What is Reddit's opinion of Orbit 56233D 3-Outlet Digital Watering Timer, 3 valves, Black and Gray?

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I used this dual hose timer in the past before I got my in ground irrigation. Worked very well. It had 3 spigots, One for manual watering, and the other two and interdependent hose timers, so effectively two stations. Both of which can be controlled individually.

I am in the same boat. I bought the dual timer on Amazon. On mobile so see the link below.

Basically it has three valves. Hook it up to your spigot; run one valve and hose to the backyard and the other to the front. Both valves can be programmed to run at different times, I set my backyard to run at 5am and the front to run at 6am. Never have to touch it. The third valve is manual so you can water plants or what not. For $50 bucks it's worth not having to get up and water the lawn. You can. Probably score some deals on hoses either on clearance or find a neighbor having a garage sale.

Orbit 56233D 3-Outlet Digital Watering Timer (1 Manual/2 Digital) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PVK4GK/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_S2B0xb964FFAE

Thanks for the info. So the first one (Toro) I would need 3 of them - 1 for each station, correct?

I don't think I want to set up a system with in ground valves and latching solenoids.

What are you thoughts on something simple like this: Orbit 56233D

or this: Orbit 58911.... What's the benefit to going to this?

Any luck using this brand? I've never heard of it Melnor

Do I need to put an anti-siphon and pressure reducer before the timer or should I put it after (for a total of 3)?

There are multiple battery operated timer/valve assemblies on the market that will attach to a hose bib. Not sure which is the best unit but you can always check out the Amazon reviews and make your own decisions. here are a few to get you started.

3 zone http://www.amazon.com/Orbit-56233D-3-Outlet-Digital-Watering/dp/B004PVK4GK/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1456425997&sr=8-14&keywords=rainbird+timer

4 zone http://www.amazon.com/MELNOR-4-Zone-Digital-Water-Timer/dp/B0094KM4VK/ref=pd_sim_86_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=51R2NuXMX5L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=144NZKWJ87C6G9CACVAR

Not a recommendation, just a "well, there it is." What did you search under? I used "watering timers".

>preferably under 50 dollars

Probably going to be more.

http://www.amazon.com/Orbit-56233D-3-Outlet-Digital-Watering/dp/B004PVK4GK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1433593023&sr=8-3&keywords=watering+timers

>Watering frequency from every 6 hrs up to every 7th day

http://www.amazon.com/MELNOR-4-Zone-Digital-Water-Timer/dp/B0094KM4VK/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1433593023&sr=8-4&keywords=watering+timers