Orbit B-hyve Smart Hose Faucet Timer with Wi-Fi Hub (21004) Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Single faucet smart watering
- Drip irrigation
- No plumbing
- Renters
A budget single-faucet smart timer for owners or renters who want automated drip/garden watering without touching the plumbing. Bluetooth is free at the timer; the bundled hub adds Wi-Fi and rain skips.
Pros
- Cheap, no-plumbing way to automate one spigot for drip lines, raised beds or containers
- WeatherSense skips watering in rain/freeze once paired to the Wi-Fi hub
- Bluetooth control at the timer plus a one-touch manual water button when you just need a quick soak
Cons
- Remote/Wi-Fi control needs the hub, which must sit indoors within range of the timer
- Battery powered, so you must swap AAs roughly once a year
- Single outlet only - watering separate zones means buying multiple timers
Specifications
| Type | Smart hose/faucet watering timer |
|---|---|
| Zones | 1 outlet |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth built-in; Wi-Fi via included B-hyve hub |
| Scheduling | WeatherSense rain/freeze delay; up to 4 start times |
| Power | 2x AA batteries (about 1 year); Best for: single-faucet drip or garden watering |