Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor, 1 Pack, Automatic Dusk to Dawn, Sensor Turns Lights On When Motion is Detected, Requires Bridge, Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit, Weatherproof

A bit on the pricy side, but worth it if you want reliability. I have a few other motion sensors configured in HomeKit, including native HK and Matter, but this one seems more reliable and faster than anything else. The delay between the actual event and notification through HomeKit is much shorter with this. I’ve had it for about a year and it’s still going strong, no battery changes yet. It did generate a lot of false positives in windy days when it was mounted in front of a tree and plants, but moving it solved that.

I'm just writing this to give people a heads up that yes these are to automate your outdoor hue lights and it dose an amazing job but you also want this unit if you want to automate your garage lights without getting stuck in n the dark waving your arms around like an idiot. I have a ton of Aqara sensors and I thought I'd go with that an I'd be fine but I learned the hard way that Aqara sensors are not as sensitive to wide and long spaces or Internally controlled the way these Philips motion sensors are. The Aqara style gets triggered fantastic at short to medium distance but it sets an internal mystery timer that you don't have access to which shuts off when ever it decides to shut off regardless of movement or not. It has what's called an interval timer that you see in the app and assume "Oh that's how long this thing will stay on when it senses motion!" But you'd be wrong. That trimmer is actually the time AFTER the (mystery) internal countdown decides to shut off before it will report back to your controller that the lights need to be turned on again. It makes it absolutely impossible to keep the lights on in a garage for anything more than a few minutes max even if your standing right in front of the thing! Thankfully not this one though and that's the reason it costs so much. These Philips units will literally pick up your neighbors in their driveway across the street, that's how sensitive it can be if you don't angle it right. But the biggest factor thst makes it so much better is the internal mystery timer that the others have is actually the "how long this thing is going to stay on for after the sensor is tripped" timer. AND the other (2) huge factors, you can control the internal "how long this thing stays on" timer, and it resets every single time it notices motion unlike the Aqaras. What that means is what you think it means, you make any kind of movement and this thing keeps resetting it's internal timer to what ever set it to and that number could be many hours of you want. So set it to like 5 minutes on medium sensitivity to start off and adjust from there. In a garage I'm finding it words perfectly at about a little higher than head level but I also incorporate automation conditions using door contact sensors so the lights also have to make sure every door is closed before it even thinks about taking orders from the motion sensor. The Aqara are actually best at just being quickly trigger when your walking by, not maintaining "some one is still present" for long durations. Want to know how to "correctly" automate the garage? Use an Aqara motion sensor just to trigger detection (not to control on & off) right in front of the door going to the garage. Place a contact sensor on the garage door itself with an automation to turn the garage on when no contact is detected as well as when the Philips is triggered. Then make another (off) automation with the conditions that the door must be closed (contact yes) the Aqara & Hue motion must be in the "ready" position That way it's not "when the door opens turn lights on and when the door closes turn them off" because that will never work for a garage. That would work for a pantry that you open and close that you don't care about remaining on by if you think you're going to master keep the garage (or bathroom lights too) you need to have multiple sensors set up right or it's going to drive you nuts after awhile from not working like you want it too. Also if you really want to get it perfect, add another one of these in the driveway to trigger every time you step outside the garage and add that just to the "lights off" automation under conditions that it must not be triggered too. Automation isn't cheap, I think I have about $170 in sensors and $50 for a switche just for the convenience of motion activated lights in the garage but when you finally get it right, it feels worth it. Good luck!

These motion/light sensors are really nice. I have them hooked into the Hue hub and I use them to control the outside lights in the front and rear of the house. When getting new siding, I noticed one was damaged, but it still works. I decided to put a new one in its place and put the damaged one on the backyard shed. The batteries last for years and are easy to replace when the Hue app says they're drained. If you are starting to smartize (?) your home, I highly recommend the Hue line of products. They are a little pricey, but you get what you pay for.

I'm very happy with this sensor. I have multiple Hue sensors and I'm very happy with the functionality and configurability. In general, I am very happy with my Hue devices.

I have been using an indoor motion sensor under an eave to provide motion lighting at my front door. It worked well down to 20'F, but any time humidity levels were high it went a little crazy, randomly triggering almost continually. I was glad to find this outdoor device compatible with my Hubitat Hub, but was a bit taken aback by the price, but, I needed it, as late Fall was here and the other sensor was starting to have problems. When I opened the box, it definitely seemed that this Philips Hue unit was built for the weather, as it is chunky and robust. I wanted to take the back off to see how the batteries were replaced (I do not rate the pictorial instruction very high in this regard), and it was stuck on. I eventually got it off without causing considerable damage. The batteries test full. Configuring it with my Hubitat C-7 Hub was a piece of cake, and the device configuration panel was well populated with fields to adjust the operation of the sensor. Installation on the wall in the same place as the prior unit was also easy with the provided flat wall mount & hardware, and the included corner mount was a nice touch. Philips does try to give you your money's worth! It is Fall, and leaves are moving, and this thing was triggering like crazy! Eventually, the Motion Sensitivity was reduced all the way to Low, with still many triggers. The routine to trigger the Front Light was eventually changed to activate only if the sensor was active for longer than 10 seconds, while the sensors Motion Retrigger interval was changed to 10 seconds. That provided a better night time solution, but it seems to trigger when there are no leaves moving, so bugs must be moving (or traffic on the street trigger it +100' away). On Low Sensitivity, the light awakens when our car is half-way down the drive, so this sensor does seems to reach out very far. Hopefully, it provides durable operation through our NEOhio winter weather. Hopefully sleet & snow don't trigger it!!!

The Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor is an excellent accessory for anyone invested in the Hue lighting ecosystem. If you want automated, hands-off outdoor lighting control that integrates seamlessly with Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit, this motion sensor is a solid pick. Below are the highlights of my experience. Design & Build Quality Rugged Construction: Built to withstand various weather conditions, the sensor’s body feels sturdy with a tough plastic casing. It’s IP54-rated, which means it can handle rain, dust, and heat without issue. Compact & Discreet: It’s relatively small and easy to mount on a wall or corner, blending in without being an eyesore. Ease of Installation Straightforward Setup: All you need is the sensor, two AA batteries (included), and a Philips Hue Bridge (required to connect it to your Hue network). Flexible Mounting Options: The box includes mounting hardware and a bracket, making it easy to position the sensor at the ideal angle—whether on a fence, near a patio, or above a garage door. Simple Pairing: Using the Hue app, I added the sensor in a few minutes. The app walks you through each step, from inserting batteries to confirming the sensor is recognized. Functionality & Performance Responsive Motion Detection: The sensor reliably picks up movement—both from people and pets—within its specified range (approximately 12m/39ft). Sensitivity can be adjusted in the Hue app if you want fewer false positives (like squirrels or waving branches). Dusk-to-Dawn Light Sensor: One of my favorite features is the built-in daylight sensor. It detects ambient light levels, so you can set your Hue lights to come on only when it’s dark enough. This helps conserve energy and prolong the life of your bulbs. Automation & Integration: Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit: You can create routines or voice commands that leverage the motion sensor’s triggers. For example, “turn on the patio lights when motion is detected after dusk.” Customizable Timers & Scenes: Set how long the lights stay on once motion is detected, and even switch to specific Hue Scenes for different moods or times of night. App Control & Customization Hue App: Everything from motion sensitivity to light level thresholds can be adjusted in a user-friendly interface. You can also specify which Hue lights (or rooms/zones) respond to the sensor’s signal. Multiple Sensors: If you have a larger property or multiple entry points, you can add more sensors to cover all angles and create more complex automations. Pros & Cons Pros Weatherproof & Durable – Designed for year-round outdoor use. Adjustable Motion Sensitivity & Light Levels – Minimizes false triggers. Seamless Integration with Hue Ecosystem – Requires a Hue Bridge, but once connected, it’s highly versatile. Energy-Saving Dusk-to-Dawn Feature – Only triggers lights in low-light conditions. Easy Installation – Minimal fuss with included batteries and clear instructions. Cons Requires Hue Bridge – It won’t work as a standalone motion sensor; you need the bridge to integrate into the Hue ecosystem. Range Limitations – While the range is solid, very large yards or unusual property layouts may need additional sensors or careful placement. Price – Compared to generic outdoor motion sensors, the Hue version can be pricier, though the smart features and integration often justify the cost for existing Hue users. Final Thoughts If you’re already invested in the Philips Hue ecosystem and want reliable, hands-free control for your outdoor lights, the Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor is a top-notch choice. It’s weatherproof, easy to install, and integrates seamlessly with your existing smart home setup—allowing you to create tailored lighting automations that enhance security and convenience. While it does require a Hue Bridge, the added versatility and robust performance make it well worth the investment. Highly recommended for Philips Hue users looking to upgrade their outdoor lighting automation.

Phillips Hue is the most reliable IoT or smart home product I’ve ever owned. Expensive but it works, and it keeps working for years without any drama.

I've been a Hue user for about six years now over two houses. I have 47 lights (bulbs, tabletop lamps, and installed fixtures), 16 switches, and 6 indoor motion sensors. While I'm not an extreme user, I'm not what you'd call an inexperienced or casual user. The outdoor motion sensor is absolute garbage. (1) It lacks the positioning flexibility that the indoor sensor provides. I knew that, but didn't realize just how bad that would be. (2) We could not remove the back to access the batteries. (3) It can only seem to detect cars driving by, not humans coming up the walk. Adjusting the sensitivity increases or decreases the number of cars detected but does nothing to change the number of humans detected. I foolishly discarded the packaging, so I can't return it. I'll buy another indoor sensor for the driveway and roll the dice mounting it under the eaves. I had indoor motion sensors outdoors in covered areas at my last house and my brother has had them even more exposed for 10+ years (though he said that the white plastic has yellowed). I might give this one another shot in the back yard, where there are no cars.

Funciona muy bien (tiene un buen rango de detección).

Philips Hue products are a bit overpriced but you do get top quality devices. I use these for my front and back doors and also for my standup freezer's internal temperature. This is the only sensor that would be reliable enough to provide me with a freezer internal temperature 100% of the time. I was quite surprised that many dedicated temperature sensors I tried bounce on and offline but because this is an outdoor rated device a continuous -19degC is no problem. And as a bonus when someone opens the freezer door it triggers the motion sensor. Add a door sensor and your freezer is 100% protected.

Once i got the coverage area working well...the sensor has been working perfectly. I had to cover the sensor with some tape so it wouldn't react to people walking down the street...but once i got it optimized, it has been great.

Se instló y conectó muy fácil al sistema Hue. Detecta muy bien a los intrusos.

pila se vacio en el interior, aparato inoperable. no se puede utilizar