EverBloom Programmable 2-Zone Smart Sprinkler Timer - Outdoor Automatic Irrigation Water Timer with Rain Delay & Waterproof Brass Swivel for Lawn, Garden, Pool

A practical two-zone timer that gets the basics right

I put the EverBloom 2‑Zone Timer on an outdoor spigot at the side of my house to manage a small rotary sprinkler in front and a drip line feeding containers in back. After several weeks of daily use and a few opportunistic rainstorms, it’s proven to be a straightforward, reliable way to automate watering without dragging me into a whole smart‑home ecosystem.

Setup and build

Installation took only a few minutes. The 360° brass swivel makes it easy to thread onto a faucet without fighting the wall or knuckle clearance, and the box includes Teflon tape and extra connectors—small touches that prevent a last‑minute run to the hardware store. With the tape applied and the included O‑ring seated correctly, I had no leaks at the faucet or on the hose side.

The housing is a dense plastic that feels tougher than the typical bargain timer, and the brass inlet plus stainless steel filter add confidence. The spec sheet rates it to 116 PSI and IPX5 water resistance. Practically speaking, that means it shrugged off direct sprinkler overspray and heavy rain. I wouldn’t submerge it or leave it pressurized through a hard freeze, but for seasonal outdoor use it feels suitably rugged. The filter is internal; I didn’t have to service it during testing, and it kept small debris from jamming the valves.

Programming and interface

The interface is refreshingly simple. A large LCD uses big, high‑contrast characters that are easy to read outdoors. I could set up each zone with its own start time, run duration (as short as one second and as long as 24 hours), and frequency. You can run on a daily interval (every X hours/days up to 32 days) or set a weekly schedule from Sunday through Saturday. That flexibility let me dial in short, frequent cycles for the lawn and deeper, less frequent soaks for the pots.

A few details stood out in day‑to‑day use:

• Two truly independent outlets: Each zone runs on its own program. If Zone A needs three short cycles a day and Zone B needs a single long soak every fourth day, you can set that without compromise.
• Manual watering that doesn’t nuke your schedule: A dedicated manual mode lets you run either zone for 1–120 minutes on demand. It turns off automatically and preserves the programmed schedule.
• Rain delay: A single button suspends watering for 1 to 15 days, then automatically resumes your program. I used it to skip irrigation ahead of forecasted storms without reprogramming anything.
• Practical status indicators: Low‑battery and child‑lock icons are obvious on the display, and the lock prevents curious hands from changing settings.

Programming is linear and quick—no nested menus or cryptic codes. I timed a complete two‑zone setup at under 10 minutes the first time, and subsequent tweaks took seconds.

Performance

Once configured, the timer simply did what it said it would. Start times triggered on the minute, and the run durations were consistent across repeated cycles. The valves make a soft, reassuring click when they open and close, and there was no noticeable water hammer in my setup.

Flow rate through both outlets was ample for typical hose‑end sprinklers and drip systems. I ran a multi‑head rotary sprinkler on one port and a pressure‑regulated drip manifold on the other without starving either. Switching between automatic cycles and manual watering didn’t cause hiccups; the timer returned to the programmed schedule on the next slot as expected.

The built‑in filter seems to help with reliability. My outdoor spigot tends to shed bits of scale, and lesser timers I’ve used have stuck open or failed to seal after a few weeks. I didn’t experience stuck valves or slow drips at shutoff here.

Weather and seasonal considerations

IPX5 is appropriate for rain and splash, and the sealing around the battery compartment inspired confidence. I ran it through a pair of downpours and moderate wind‑driven spray with no moisture inside the battery bay afterward. Overnight lows dipped into the high 30s °F during testing without issue. That said, like any hose‑end timer, I’d remove it and drain the unit before deep freezes to avoid damage.

The rain delay implementation is simple but effective. Press once, choose the number of days (1–15), and the timer skips watering until the countdown hits zero. There’s no weather integration or sensor input, so you still need to make the call based on local forecasts, but resuming is automatic.

Power and maintenance

The timer runs on two AA batteries (not included). The low‑battery indicator is useful; it gives you plenty of notice rather than failing mid‑cycle. I used fresh alkaline cells and didn’t see the indicator move during the test period. If you garden through cold winters, high‑quality alkaline batteries tend to perform better than budget cells; either way, keep spares on hand at the start of the season.

Maintenance is straightforward:

• Periodically inspect hose washers and the included O‑ring for wear.
• If you notice reduced flow, briefly detach the timer and flush the inlet to clear the filter.
• Before the first hard freeze, disconnect, drain, and store the unit indoors.

Where it fits—and where it doesn’t

This timer shines when you want dependable, flexible control across two zones without tying into Wi‑Fi, hubs, or phone apps. Its scheduling range is unusually broad—being able to run for one second up to 24 hours and repeat as often as hourly or as rarely as every 32 days is useful for everything from seed establishment to infrequent deep watering of shrubs. The independent outlets accommodate mismatched needs: lawn plus drip; beds plus a soaker hose; or even something like a periodic top‑off on a small pool alongside irrigation.

There are also some clear boundaries:

• No smart‑home integration: If you want remote control, weather‑driven automation, or voice commands, you won’t find them here.
• No flow or leak monitoring: There’s no water‑use data, flow sensing, or automatic leak shutoff.
• Two zones only: If you’re trying to orchestrate a complex multi‑zone landscape, you’ll still end up with a more advanced controller.

Nice touches and small quibbles

What I liked:

• Solid plumbing hardware: The brass swivel and included Teflon tape made a good seal easy to achieve.
• High‑contrast display: Large characters are readable at a glance outdoors.
• Granular scheduling: The wide range for duration and frequency is more flexible than many competitors.
• Manual mode that behaves: On‑demand watering without reprogramming is invaluable.

What could be better:

• Screen backlight: A backlight would make nighttime checks easier. As is, I used a flashlight after dark.
• Documentation around the filter: Guidance on accessing/cleaning the stainless filter would be helpful for long‑term maintenance.
• Weather automation: A simple external rain sensor input or optional weather tie‑in would extend its usefulness without overcomplicating the device.

None of these are deal‑breakers, but they’re worth noting depending on your priorities.

The bottom line

The EverBloom 2‑Zone Timer focuses on the fundamentals: reliable valves, flexible schedules, straightforward controls, and hardware that stands up to outdoor use. It doesn’t try to be a smart sprinkler controller, and that’s part of its appeal. In my yard, it delivered consistent watering without leaks or programming headaches, and the two independent outlets let me tailor irrigation to very different needs on either side of the house.

Recommendation: I recommend this timer to homeowners who want a dependable, easy‑to‑use, two‑zone solution for hose‑end sprinklers and drip systems. It’s a strong fit if you value on‑device controls, granular scheduling, and durable plumbing hardware. If you need app control, weather‑aware automation, or more than two zones, you’ll want to look higher up the chain, but for most small to mid‑size setups, this strikes a practical balance between capability and simplicity.