SoilDrops Smart Irrigation Starter Kit — WiFi Sprinkler Controller + Wireless Soil Moisture Sensors

AI powered precision water scheduling

Everything you need to stop guessing and start growing smarter — in one box.

The SoilDrops Starter Kit pairs our 8-zone WiFi sprinkler controller with wireless soil moisture sensors, giving you a fully automated irrigation system ready to install in under 30 minutes. No rewiring, no digging, no complicated setup. Just connect to your existing sprinkler valves, place the sensors in your zones, and let the AI take over.

Each sensor continuously monitors moisture levels underground and feeds real-time data to the controller. The AI factors in soil conditions, local weather, and seasonal patterns to build a watering schedule that adapts on its own — so your yard stays healthy while your water bill goes down.

  • 1x SoilDrops 8-Zone WiFi Controller — connects to your existing 24VAC irrigation system, app-controlled via iOS or Android
  • Wireless Soil Moisture Sensors — battery-powered, no wiring required, one per zone for precise per-zone intelligence
  • Live monitoring from anywhere — view all zone moisture levels, adjust schedules, or run zones manually in the app
  • Installs in under 30 minutes — works with any standard sprinkler system, no electrician needed

  • 30-day free trial for Autopilot Irrigation - Continue for $60/year after the trial. Manual irrigation, scheduling, live soil moisture viewing, and CultivAI are free for life.

8-zone Irrigation Controller with sensors.
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Not sure? We suggest you start with 4 sensors.
You can always add more later!
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1-year limited warranty
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Free shipping, both ways. Every Controller and Controller Starter Kit ships free across the contiguous U.S. Orders placed before 2pm ET ship the same business day; most customers receive their package within 2–7 business days via USPS or UPS Ground. Tracking is emailed as soon as your label is created.

30-day money-back guarantee. Try SoilDrops risk-free for 30 days. If it's not the right fit, send it back — we'll cover the return label, and refund the full purchase price within 3 business days of receiving the unit. No restocking fees, no questions asked.

1-year limited warranty. Every SoilDrops device is covered against manufacturing defects for one full year from delivery. If something goes wrong, call 888-427-6838 or email support@soildrops.com and we'll repair or replace it on us.

Free shipping and free returns apply to the Controller and Controller Starter Kit only.

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Here’s the deal

SoilDrops uses cutting edge AI tech to automatically care for your landscaping - that means it handles all the watering, leak-detecting, soil-moisture tracking, and weather monitoring.

  • AI-Powered Precision Watering
  • Easy Installation & Compatibility
  • Wireless Soil Moisture Sensors
  • Smart Leak Detection

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  • Interactive installation guide

    SoilDrops uses cutting edge AI tech to automatically care for your landscaping - that means it handles all the watering, leak-detecting, soil-moisture tracking, and weather monitoring.

  • Real-Time Monitoring & Control

    SoilDrops uses cutting edge AI tech to automatically care for your landscaping - that means it handles all the watering, leak-detecting, soil-moisture tracking, and weather monitoring.

  • Automatic Alerts

    SoilDrops uses cutting edge AI tech to automatically care for your landscaping - that means it handles all the watering, leak-detecting, soil-moisture tracking, and weather monitoring.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in the Starter Kit?

The Soildrops Controller Starter Kit includes the Soildrops Controller plus Soildrops Soil Moisture Sensors. You can run Autopilot mode out of the box — real soil readings driving every watering decision from day one.

Is Soildrops compatible with my current irrigation system?

Yes, for the vast majority of installed systems. If your existing controller uses standard 24V AC solenoid valves (which most residential systems do), Soildrops works as a direct replacement.

How much water can I save?

Most households save 30–50% compared to a traditional timer. With sensor-driven Autopilot mode from the Starter Kit, you get the most accurate watering and the biggest savings.

How does AI scheduling work in the Starter Kit?

With the included sensors paired, you can run Autopilot mode: the AI uses real-time soil moisture, weather forecasts, plant profiles, and soil type to water only when each zone actually needs it. You can still use Smart mode (no sensor) or Manual mode for any individual zone.

How many sensors do I need?

For best results, place one sensor in each irrigation zone with different plant types or sun exposure. The Starter Kit ships with sensors for typical residential setups; add more from soildrops.com any time.

Where should I place the sensors?

In the center of each zone, at root depth (about 3–4 inches for lawn, deeper for shrubs and trees). Avoid zone edges, soggy spots, concrete or rocks, and sloped low points where water pools.

What are the Wi-Fi requirements?

The controller needs a standard 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network (not 5 GHz). Bandwidth requirements are very low — any stable signal works. Sensors talk wirelessly to the controller and don't connect to Wi-Fi themselves.

How long does installation take?

About 10–15 minutes for the controller, plus ~3 minutes per sensor. The full setup is walked through step-by-step in the Soildrops app.

How long do the sensor batteries last?

1–2 years on a single CR2032 coin cell. The app sends a low-battery notification well in advance.

Does the controller require a subscription?

No — core features (zones, schedules, manual control, AI scheduling) are free for life. Premium features are an optional add-on managed in the App Store or Google Play.

How do I reach customer service?

Our customer service team is available Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm Pacific Time.

📞 Phone: 888-427-6838
✉️ Email: support@soildrops.com

For warranty claims, returns, or product questions, either channel works.

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