Take control of your irrigation with Rain Bird’s latest range of smart controllers. Whether you’re managing a small garden, a home system, or a large commercial site, these controllers deliver precision, reliability, and simplicity.

ESP-BAT-BT – The Bluetooth Battery-Operated Controller

The ESP-BAT-BT provides reliable irrigation control without a mains connection. Its long-life batteries, lasting up to five years, make it ideal for installations where cabling is difficult or power is unavailable.

Key features:

• Connects via Bluetooth using the Rain Bird mobile app.
• Four independent programmes and up to eight start times per day.
• Run times from seconds to nine hours, with seasonal adjustment up to 200%.
• Waterproof housing suitable for valve boxes and remote installations.

Best for: Small gardens or retrofit systems where there’s no access to mains power.

Highlight: Simple to install, easy to control from your phone, and virtually maintenance-free.

Example: We recently used a battery setup to control a temporary irrigated area during growing a planted area.

Read more: Rain Bird ESP-BAT-BT  or view in our store

RC2 Smart Controller – The Wi-Fi Connected Choice

The Rain Bird RC2 brings true smart control to home and light-commercial irrigation. Once connected to Wi-Fi, you can manage watering schedules through the Rain Bird mobile app from anywhere.

Key features:

• Built-in Wi-Fi for complete remote control.
• Quick Pair setup and offline access through built-in access point mode.
• Supports up to eight zones with individual scheduling.
• Weather-based adjustments automatically reduce water waste.

Best for: Homeowners who want to manage irrigation remotely and cut down on water use.

Highlight: Automatically adapts watering schedules to local weather, saving time and resources.

Read more: Rain Bird RC2 Smart Controller or view in our store

ESP-2WIRE – Professional Grade for Larger Sites

The ESP-2WIRE controller is built for larger and more complex systems. Using a two-wire communication path, it reduces cabling while maintaining control over up to fifty zones.

Key features:

• Supports up to fifty zones through a single two-wire path.
• Decoder auto-addressing for faster installation.
• Large back-lit display and diagnostic LEDs for easy servicing.
• Optional LNK2 Wi-Fi module for weather-based remote control.

Best for: Contractors, estates, and golf courses that require robust, scalable irrigation control.

Highlight: A future-ready design that saves on cabling costs and simplifies system expansion.

Read more: Rain Bird ESP-2WIRE  or view in our store

Choosing the Right Controller

Your Requirement - No main power supply.

Recommended Controller - ESP-BAT-BT Long battery life and simple Bluetooth control.

Your Requirement - Wi-Fi smart control for home gardens.

Recommended Controller -RC2 Smart Controller Remote access and weather-based adjustments.

Your Requirement - Large sites or professional installations

Recommended Controller - ESP-2WIRE Handles multiple zones efficiently with reduced wiring.

Why Choose Rain Bird

Rain Bird is known for its durable, innovative irrigation systems and its focus on The Intelligent Use of Water®. Every controller is designed to save water, simplify operation, and deliver long-term reliability.

• Intuitive control via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
• Smart scheduling for water efficiency.
• Weather-resistant and built to last.
• Options suitable for gardens, sports grounds, and large estates.

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Explore the full range of Rain Bird controllers to find the right solution for your landscape. Improve efficiency, save water, and enjoy complete control of your irrigation system.