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Hunter controllers compared

Start with your zone count, then decide whether you want Wi-Fi and weather-based watering. Here is how Hunter's residential and light-commercial controllers line up.

Model Max zones Wi-Fi / smart Programs Expandable Best for
X-Core8No (add Solar Sync sensor)3FixedSimple, reliable residential timer
X214Wi-Fi with the WAND module3FixedResidential with an upgrade path to app control
Pro-C32No (Solar Sync ready)3Yes, plug-in modulesLarge homes and light commercial
Pro-HC (Hydrawise)24Built-in Wi-Fi + Hydrawise app6FixedSmart, weather-based watering out of the box

Want app control and weather-based watering with no add-ons? The Pro-HC has Wi-Fi built in. Prefer a simple dial-and-go timer? The X-Core covers most homes. Need more than a dozen zones? Step up to the expandable Pro-C.

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How to Choose a Sprinkler Controller

Start with station count. You need one station for each watering zone, plus a little room to expand, so count your zones before you buy. Modular controllers let you add station modules later as the system grows.

Then pick the cabinet and the smarts: indoor models mount in a garage or utility room, while outdoor models have a weather-resistant, lockable enclosure. A Wi-Fi “smart” controller adjusts run times from local weather and programs from your phone. That helps where watering restrictions apply. New here? Our Hunter controller buying guide compares the X-Core, Pro-HC, and HCC families, and you can round out the install with controller accessories like sensors and modules.

Sprinkler Controller FAQ

How many stations (zones) do I need?

One station for each watering zone. Count your zones and choose a controller with a few extra stations so you can expand later. Modular models let you add station modules as the system grows.

Indoor or outdoor controller?

Indoor models mount in a garage or utility room. Outdoor models have a weather-resistant, lockable cabinet rated for mounting outside. Match the controller to where you’ll install it.

What is a smart (Wi-Fi) controller?

A Wi-Fi sprinkler controller adjusts run times automatically from local weather data and lets you program it from your phone. It can help meet local watering restrictions and trim water use compared with a fixed schedule.

Can I replace my controller without rewiring?

Usually yes. Label each zone wire first, then move each one to the matching station terminal on the new controller and keep the common wire on the COM terminal. The valves and field wiring stay as they are.

Do I need a rain sensor?

Many areas require a rain or soil-moisture sensor that pauses watering after rain; a smart controller can use live weather data instead. Add one from controller accessories.