10 best motion sensors

The motion sensor is not only used for personal convenience. Yes, turning on the light is its main function, but most models are also capable of signaling, that is, notifying the owner that movement has been detected in the room, although it should not be there.

Before us is a whole set that can maximize the security of your home. The motion sensor is just one of the five modules. Also included are fire protection systems and leak detection sensors. Everything is controlled and configured through a special application installed on any smartphone. This kit is able to protect your home from most troubles, and turning on the light with an infrared sensor will be a nice addition to the rest of the options. By the way, the light is turned on both using a sensor and remotely from the same application.

Steinel produces a huge number of different smart home control systems. One of the main directions of the brand is motion sensors and they are manufactured in a wide variety of form factors. For example, this device is made in a laconic square design with a directional semicircular lens. It looks stylish and interesting, but as for the filling, it is the same in most devices.

The device has the best viewing angle equal to 360 degrees.Can be adjusted with a lens. There is also a high range indicator - 20 meters, which is a lot for such devices. As the main positive criterion, the manufacturer highlights the steel case. It is difficult to say whether there is a need for it, since other devices of this brand perfectly withstand UV exposure, although they are made of plastic. Also, potential buyers will probably be scared off by the price tag, but here it should be understood that this is real German quality, and such a device will last a very long time. The build quality here is the best, and this is confirmed by numerous positive reviews on the net.

A rather strange device that got into our rating due to the huge number of positive reviews. The device is praised for its reliability and build quality, as well as the durability of the sensors and batteries themselves. And the first oddity that is sure to catch your eye is the price. The device is quite expensive, and a similar price tag is often found on the market. But in a much larger package. Here, for 13 thousand rubles, we get three simple sensors with tuning and control systems. The simplest infrared scanning system and can be found for much less.

Devices can be controlled both from the remote control and through a special application. Also not an innovative solution and does not justify such a price tag. The rest of the specs are also pretty average. The degree of protection does not allow you to install devices on the street. They are intended for domestic use only. There are quite a few degrees of customization made from the remote control or through the application.Very convenient, but also implemented in cheaper devices for a long time.

Motion sensors are used not only indoors, but also outdoors, and here the main factor is the viewing angle, as well as resistance to natural influences. Let's start with security. This device has a degree of protection IP54, which is by far the best indicator of security. The device is not afraid of temperature changes, and even the most heavy rain. It handles well in direct sunlight and does not fade over time.

Now for the viewing angle. Here it is the best indicator - 360 degrees. Yes, that's right, the device is able to cover the entire space within a radius of 20 meters around itself and has special protection against creeping, that is, it recognizes a figure moving very slowly, and it is known that this is the most common method of deceiving such systems. At the same time, the device itself is as compact as possible and, when installed in a secluded place, is able to remain invisible. Separately, it is necessary to say about several degrees of settings that are made mechanically, that is, without smartphones. There is a remote control included, but you can set the necessary parameters directly from the device case. For example, the degree of illumination and actuation is adjusted by rotating the lens.

The Chinese company Xiaomi is one of the market leaders in the production of smart home systems. They produce modular systems that allow you to gradually equip your home with a variety of sensors. Before us is a compact motion sensor, but with some features.If conventional sensors work solely to turn the lights on and off in the room, then in this case you can control any electrical appliances in your home.

For example, you connect an air conditioner to the sensor, and now, when the device does not detect your presence in the room for a certain time, it will turn it off before you arrive. In fact, you can connect any electrical device to this device and control it from your smartphone through a special application. Install several such sensors in the house and connect them to the application, having the opportunity to control different modules through one program. Very handy device, moreover, at the most attractive price.

Before us is a simple, but very convenient infrared device that reacts to movements in its field of vision. By the way, the field of view is one of the advantages of this device. It has a coverage angle of 180 degrees, that is, it is simply impossible to approach it unnoticed. The sensor has several degrees of adjustment. At the same time, it does not have control through a smartphone and a special application. All settings are made manually directly on the device.

For example, you can adjust the degree of dimming at which the sensor should respond by simply turning the cover. This is a lens with various degrees of darkening, that is, the device will think that it is now a darker time than it really is. It is also possible to adjust the viewing angle. The minimum value is 90 degrees, and the maximum is 180. The device is installed indoors or outdoors, as it has a high degree of protection against moisture and temperature extremes.The only drawback that immediately catches your eye is the price. This is one of the most expensive sensors on the market, but judging by the reviews, it's worth the money.

Motion sensors and smart home systems typically require complex installation. It is necessary to place the module itself, conduct the necessary wires to it and configure it. If you do not have such a need, and you just want to make your life easier by making the light turn on automatically when you enter the room, then this device will be the best choice. It does not require special installation. Looks and works like a normal switch. Just replace your switch with this device and mount the sensor in the right place.

The sensor is mounted on a regular double-sided tape, which is very convenient. Of course, there are certain limitations. For example, the device only works on five meters, but this is quite enough in most cases. It also does not have a system for connecting to a smartphone. That is, this is not a smart home module, as is often the case, but a separate device that turns on the light in the room. Another drawback is the lack of precise settings for switching on and operation. But as they say in the reviews, the sensor already has optimal settings and completely ignores pets, and the light turns off five minutes after there is no movement in the room.

The German company Steinel produces modular smart home systems. Modular in the sense that you do not need to buy the entire package at once.Devices can be bought separately and gradually attached to a single control center. Before us is one of the modules - a motion sensor designed for the street. This is an infrared device with a circular view. It does not require installation in a specific direction and covers 30 meters of area around it.

The device has a high degree of protection against moisture and temperature changes. He is not afraid of frost and summer heat. It clearly reacts to movements under any conditions and has a flexible system of settings. Right on your smartphone, you can set the sensor so that it reacts only to the appearance of a person, while ignoring pets. In addition, it is also a kind of alarm that can send you a notification to your smartphone that movement has been detected in the field of view, although it should not be there. In this case, the system can be forced not to turn on the light at such moments, so as not to frighten off the intruder.

The most compact device, placed on the wall with the ability to change not only the side of observation, but also the angle of inclination. A very convenient form factor, since the device does not need to look for a specific mounting location. Install it in any part of the wall and simply direct the infrared beam where necessary. This device can also be installed outdoors, as it has a high degree of protection against moisture and temperature changes. The temperature range ranges from plus 45 to minus 25 degrees.

This is a smart home system module, connected and controlled from a smartphone. You download the application and get the opportunity to control the power-on sensor remotely or adjust its sensitivity.But the main advantage that the manufacturer focuses on is the long battery life. As tests have shown, the next replacement will be required at least in two years. And this is a great result. It is also necessary to mention the large number of positive feedback from real buyers. The device is praised for its reliability and convenience, as well as the application, which is easy to understand even for a person who has never before encountered such systems.

Multifunctional motion sensor from the popular Chinese brand Xiaomi. This is one of the modules for enabling the smart home system supplied by the company. The device is small in size and has several functions built in at once. In addition to the infrared beam, which turns on the light in the room when motion is detected, there is a connector installed on the door. It fires as soon as this door is opened.

The device can be controlled remotely. This is one of the main advantages of the brand. All products of this brand work through one smartphone application. You simply register in it, and connect devices as they are installed. In this case, you get the opportunity to turn on the light remotely, directly from your smartphone, or receive information that the sensor has worked. That is, it is also a security system. And all this pleasure costs less than a thousand rubles. The system works with any modern smartphones, regardless of the operating system. The minimum requirement for smartphones running Android is version 7.0 or higher.