We recommend the Rachio Smart Hose Timer because its streamlined app interface makes it simple to use, and it also supports popular third-party control by Alexa, Siri, and Google.

The Rachio 3 and Rachio Smart Hose Timer make it easy to automate your watering chores. But which is best for your home? Here's a closer look at both.

This simple hose timer offers seamless integration with the same capable watering control app that manages Rachio’s in-ground sprinkler controller.

Manage your home lighting with schedules thanks to smart light timers. Learn about the best timers available and how they work.

Orbit's Faucet Timer has its share of flaws. The app lacks customization options and smart assistance for watering vegetables.

For those of you who don't know, I wrote an interval timer app for iOS. A feature request is to allow it to run in the background. Apparently people fidget with their Music or Podcast app enough ...

Samsung has added a hand-washing app to its Galaxy smartwatches that can send you reminders to wash your hands and also has a hand-washing timer. The timer counts down for 25 seconds.

There’s a huge range on the market, ranging from simple timers to app-controlled masterpieces. The HydroSure Smart Bluetooth Garden Watering Timer is as simple and cheap as smart systems get.

Amazon is launching a smart soap dispenser with a 20-second timer to make sure your hand washing is up to CDC standards. The 12-ounce soap dispenser supports Alexa and costs $55.