Smart Lighting Controller
The Rachio Smart Lighting Controller brings new and powerful technology to your smart yard. Control up to three zones per controller and combine controllers for all-in-one convenience. Simple schedules, scenes, dimming, and more are available in the Rachio App. Delivers 15V of consistent power from a 200-watt controller. Plugs directly into a protected outdoor outlet. Not currently available for sale in Canada. For more on technical specifications click here.
Smart Lighting Controller
Outdoor lighting automation, made easy.
The Rachio Smart Lighting Controller brings new and powerful tech to your smart yard and an easy retrofit to your existing transformer. Control up to three zones per controller and wirelessly pair multiple controllers together in the Rachio App. Delivers 12-15V of consistent power from a 200-watt controller. Plugs directly into a protected outdoor outlet.
Flexible SchedulingSet on/off times for zones, areas or scenes based on sunrise/sunset times at your location- Outdoor Install ReadyTested and rated for easy outdoor installation, no enclosure needed
- Brightness ControlWorks with Brilliance lamps included in Rachio fixtures and other dimmable lamps
Outdoor Lighting Fixtures
Rachio offers three outdoor lighting fixture types with included LED lamps that are optimized to dim with our transformer. The high-quality black die-cast brass fixtures include 18" of wire and wire connectors.
A warm, ground-level glow that guides guests and defines your landscape. We recommend installing one every 10-feet or so. Includes a 3-watt Brilliance lamp, 18" stem, 6.5" hat, 18" of connection wire lead, and 2 wire connectors.
Direct, focused light that makes trees and other features pop after dark. We recommend 2-3 lights per tree/feature. The 5-watt Brilliance lamp delivers a crisp beam with everything you need to connect and go. Inlcudes 18" of connection wire lead.
A wide, even wash of light that lets your home's architecture do the talking. Comes with a 3-watt Brilliance lamp, 18" of connection wire lead, and 2 wire connectors.
Illuminate Your Property
Simple Setup, Powerful Performance
Controller connects to low-voltage wire (not included), which connects to fixtures. Needs to be mounted within WiFi signal and reach of a protected, outdoor GFCI outlet. Always test WiFi before mounting. Controller is IP65 rated for outdoor installation.
Fully Customizable
Zones
Your most granular control, manage individual zones (ex: turn on just back yard lights while you finish a project)
Areas
Combine similar zones, even if they're on different controllers (ex: all pathway lights, front spots and house, etc.)
Scenes
Combine zones at specific brightness levels for different situations (ex: all on, night low, hosting, etc.)
Onboarding with Matter
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Technical Specifications
Environment Rating | Outdoor use, weather-resistant, IP-43 expected on outer enclosure, IP-65 expected for internal electronics |
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Zones | 3 independent lighting zones that can be combined into areas |
Compatibility | 12-15V Incandescent and LED lamps |
Wire Terminals | 2 connectors per zone (1 common & 1 positive voltage) |
Wire Gauge Compatibility | Wires as large as 10 AWG can be used |
Brightness Control | Yes, for compatible dimmable lamps |
Dimming Method | Pulse Width Modulation |
Manual Controls | On/Off buttons for each zone |
Status Indicators | LED indicators for power, zone status, WiFi connectivity |
Power Recovery | Remembers last settings after power outage |
Safety Features | Over-temperature shut-off, over-current protection |
WiFi Compatibility | Dual Band (2.4GHz and 5.0GHz), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
Weight | 3 lbs 11 oz |
Dimensions | 9.1" x 5.5" x 1.4" |
Power Source | 3 foot, 3 prong 120V power cable |
Smart Home Compatibility | Matter Certified |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Rachio Smart Lighting Controller is a 200W controller for low-voltage landscape lighting that brings the same smart technology and user experience from our irrigation products to outdoor lighting.
The controller is compatible with low-voltage systems using bulbs rated up to 15 volts of electricity. It works with both LED and incandescent lamps and can replace your existing controller in most cases.
No. The lighting controller is fully integrated with the existing Rachio App, allowing you to control both your irrigation and lighting from the same interface with no subscription fees.
Installation is straightforward for existing lighting systems. The controller plugs into a protected outdoor socket and includes a mounting plate with level for easy setup. Then simply connect your lighting wires to the terminals.
The controller supports 3 independent lighting zones, allowing you to turn them on and off separately.
The system has a total power capacity of 200 watts, shared across all zones combined. While each zone can control up to 200 watts worth of lights, the combined load of all zones must not exceed 200 watts total.
The number of lights you can connect depends on the wattage of each lamp. For best performance and long‑term reliability, we recommend operating at 70–80% of the maximum capacity (approximately 140–160 watts total), which is standard practice for low‑voltage lighting transformers.
Yes! The Rachio Smart Lighting Controller is the first outdoor lighting controller on the market to work with Matter. This means you can add it to Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and Amazon Alexa systems. How do we know? Well, we wrote the Matter spec for outdoor lighting controllers.
Matter is a new technology that works with standard smart-home technologies like Apple HomeKit and Google Home.
The Rachio Smart Lighting Controller supports 2.4 & 5 GHz, WiFi 6 (802.11ax).
Yes. The controller allows you to create custom zones and scenes with adjustable brightness levels.
Please note that not all low‑voltage LED lamps dim the same way. Dimming compatibility depends on the lamp’s internal driver design. For smooth, reliable dimming, use lamps or fixtures that are rated by their manufacturer for use with low‑voltage or controller‑based dimming systems. We recommend testing lamp compatibility before final installation.
You can create custom schedules for zones, areas, and scenes, or rely on sunrise/sunset schedules which automatically adjust throughout the year.
After a power outage, the controller will turn the lights on or off based on your schedule. You can modify this setting through Matter to always return your lights to on or off. Please note: If a controller resets two or more times in 45 seconds, the unit will remain off as a safety precaution.
Yes, the Smart Lighting Controller is rated IP-65 for outdoor use with a weather-resistant design. No additional enclosure is required.
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