Orbit 62061Z 1-Outlet Digital Hose Timer Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Automated watering
- Raised beds
- Rows
The affordable upgrade over a mechanical dial: it actually runs your drip line on a schedule while you are on vacation. Just check the batteries every spring.
Pros
- True set-and-forget scheduling by day interval and duration
- Rain delay skips a cycle or two after a storm to save water
- Single-dial menu is simple to program - no app or hub needed
Cons
- Runs on AA batteries that can die unnoticed and skip watering
- One start time and limited multi-cycle logic for a single day
- LCD and buttons can act up in extreme summer heat
Specifications
| Type | Digital programmable hose timer |
|---|---|
| Programs | 1 start time, 1-240 min, every 6 hours to 7 days |
| Zones | 1 outlet |
| Battery | 2 x AA (not included) |
| Extras | Rain delay (1-3 days), manual water |
| Best for | Set-and-forget watering while away |