Both systems require the installation of equipment and knowledge on how to operate and maintain the equipment. These technologies improve irrigation by provided an irrigation schedule based on measured soil water content or weather parameters as compared to using a more static irrigation schedule. While the smart irrigation technologies provide efficient irrigation schedules and typically conserve waterwhile maintaining plant health, there are limitations to their implementation. Smart irrigation systems have a greater initial investment cost and may require some training to setup or program as compare to a regular automatic irrigation controller.