The QPAU E27 7W 14-LED Light Bulb is our best motion sensor lightbulb and equipped with passive infrared sensor or PIR motion sensor, this awesome light bulb contains 14 LEDs that are very bright and also detect any motion around the light bulb. The detection range of this light bulb is 3 meters to 5 meters and it is a great light bulb that turns itself off when the light bulb does not detect anything that is moving. The motion sensor lightbulb can be used in the office, in the hallways, in the bedroom, on corridors, stairs, bathrooms and various commercial establishments and because it is an LED, it is very effective in saving energy in the long run.
Our step-up pick is the iThird E26 5W LED Motion-Sensor Light-Bulb and this PIR or passive infrared sensing light bulb detects motion whenever and wherever due to its versatile build and the detection range of this motion sensor is from 3 meters to 5 meters at an angle of 120 degrees. The light sources of this motion sensor light bulb is a total of 10 pieces of ultra bright LEDs at 55 lm each with the model number SMD 2835 and you can definitely benefit from this motion sensor light bulb as it helps you save energy as it turns itself off when there is no motion detected. The light has a very warm white color so it is very pleasing to the environment.
The budget pick is the iRainy E27 LED Infrared Motion Light and the motion sensor lightbulb is very strong, reliable and secure and has a very good color saturation with a warm white color. This light bulb consumes only 5 watts of power so it is unbelievable in its power and its power consumption and this light bulb consumes twenty percent less energy than regular light bulbs out there. The luminous flux of this motion sensor light bulb at +/- 10 percent is 5 watts 450 lm and the lamp style is an E27. The total light angle coverage of this light bulb with motion sensor is 120 degrees and the CRI of this motion sensor light bulb is at 70 to 80.
A Little Background
A motion sensor lightbulb is an important light that can be used for convenience. It is very important when it comes to safety as well as to save up on energy. These kinds of light bulbs are usually in LED form or light emitting diode as the LED type of light bulb is very energy saving in its entire design and in the whole build of this light bulb.
How We Picked
The light bulb that has motion sensor capabilities must have the following:
It should be energy efficient as a motion sensor light bulb such that it should use LED or light emitting diode in its technology. The wattage should be minimal.
It should be very easy to install in its fitting socket, which is usually in an E27 or E26 type of socket.
It should have a bright light that is enough to last for a long time, around 2 to 10 years of life span, more than regular incandescent or fluorescent lamps.
Our Pick
QPAU E27 7W 14-LED Light Bulb
Equipped with passive infrared sensor or PIR motion sensor, the QPAU E27 7W 14-LED Light Bulb is our best motion sensor lightbulb which contains 14 LEDs that are very bright and also detect any motion around the light bulb. It has a very warm white color so it will definitely add life to any room. Because it is an LED, it is very effective in saving energy in the long run. The LED light bulb only consumes 7 watts of power so it is super energy efficient and the PIR motion detection works by automatically turning the light bulb on and off depending on its environment.
It is a great light bulb that turns itself off when the light bulb does not detect anything that is moving and the motion sensor lightbulb can be used in the office, in the hallways, in the bedroom, on corridors, stairs, bathrooms and various commercial establishments. It also significantly consumes only 20 percent of the traditional incandescent light bulb so you get a lot of energy savings in the long run and it is also super sturdy with a very long lifespan which can last up to ten times longer than a traditional fluorescent lamp. This light bulb is very high quality in its build and it can be installed easily onto any E27 socket.
The total light angle of this motion sensing light bulb is 120 degrees and the detection range of this light bulb is 3 meters to 5 meters. The CRI of this motion sensing light bulb is 70 to 80 and the input voltage of this light bulb is 85 to 265 volts AC. This motion sensing lightbulb has a luminous flux of 7W 650 lm +/- 10 percent. Polycarbonate and aluminum make up the total material build of this awesome LED light bulb. The estimated total life span of this motion sensing lightbulb is over 50,000 hours on the average use. Like most motion sensing light bulbs, it should be kept away from high temperature places such as air conditioners, stoves, fridges and the like.
Its light direction style is down light and the light bulb has been given a matte finish and it is highly applicable for use indoors but you can also use it outside. It is also a great motion sensing light bulb at night and it turns itself off after one minute of no motion at all. It can also be used on the entry way and it can also be used on lamps with opaque glass designs. You can also use this motion sensing light bulb for the backyard or the front yard to detect when someone is entering the house.
Flaws but Not Dealbrakers
Despite the flaws, the QPAU E27 7W 14-LED Light Bulb’s cons are not deal breakers at all so they are not very threatening. Some of these include the fact that the lumen rating is not really as bright as more expensive brands but if you only need a good light bulb that has motion sensing capabilities then it is not really a big deal at all.
Step-up Pick
iThird E26 5W LED Motion-Sensor Light-Bulb
This PIR or passive infrared sensing light bulb, the iThird E26 5W LED Motion-Sensor Light-Bulb, is our step-up pick which detects motion whenever and wherever due to its versatile build. It is the perfect motion sensor light bulb for those who want a guiding light for their garage, their attic, the hallway, the porch or anywhere whether you want it on the indoor scale or the outdoor setting and the light has a very warm white color so it is very pleasing to the environment.
The color has a temperature of 2700 K up to 3200 K in its warm white setting and the light sources of this motion sensor light bulb is a total of 10 pieces of ultra bright LEDs at 55 lm each with the model number SMD 2835. You can definitely benefit from this motion sensor light bulb as it helps you save energy as it turns itself off when there is no motion detected due to its PIR infrared motion detection technology and also turns itself on depending on whether there is motion around.
The input voltage of this motion sensor light bulb is from 85 volts to 265 volts and the detection range of this motion sensor is from 3 meters to 5 meters at an angle of 120 degrees. It uses any standard E26 base for its fitting and the power interface is very safe to install and uninstall so it is very convenient. It can also be used along the corridors, the backyard, the balcony, the bathrooms, the laundry room, the attic and many other areas in the house. The bulb us made with aluminum that helps the light bulb stay strong and to keep it away from excessive heat and you can also reduce on your electric bill due to its 20 percent fewer consumption compared to standard light bulbs out there.
This light bulb is at 5 watts of power consumption and its brightness is equivalent to that of a 40-watt incandescent light bulb and is backed by a warranty of 1 year.
Budget Pick
iRainy E27 LED Infrared Motion Light
Our budget pick, the iRainy E27 LED Infrared Motion Light, consumes twenty percent less energy than regular light bulbs out there. It consumes only 5 watts of power so it is unbelievable in its power and its power consumption. With an average life span of up to 10 years or longer, it is a great replacement for traditional fluorescent lamps. The LED light bulb can easily detect motion using passive infrared detection or PIR which can be used for people who often forget to turn off the lights or have the need for security in their place.
It has a very low working voltage without sacrificing the light quality and the motion sensor lightbulb is very strong, reliable and secure and has very good color saturation with a warm white color. The light bulb has a working range of 5 meters to 8 meters. It also does not give you any RF interference for remote control devices and such and it also does not come with flashes that can hurt your eyes.
The low power consumption and the low heat make this awesome motion sensor light bulb very convenient. The light bulb is made with polycarbonate plus aluminum in its overall material build and the luminous flux of this motion sensor light bulb at +/- 10 percent is 5 watts 450 lm. The CRI of this motion sensor light bulb is at 70 to 80 and the total light angle coverage of this light bulb with motion sensor is 120 degrees. After one minute with no action at all, it will easily turn its light off.
It will also not work during the day and it will only work during dark situations or at night. The lamp style is an E27 and the warm white color of this motion sensor light bulb is very bright and just right for your needs. The expected life span of this motion sensor light bulb is over 50,000 hours.
Convenient Motion Sensor Lightbulb for Hallway Use
SkyGenious Motion Sensor LED Light Bulb
The SkyGenious Motion Sensor LED Light Bulb fits any E26 style of socket and it is motion detecting and it has luminous flux of 5w 450 lm. It is rated for use on 110 volts and it runs automatically when you wire it as a motion sensor light bulb with great motion detection capabilities. The motion sensor light bulb consumes significantly low power consumption at only 5 watts and it is a perfect motion sensor lightbulb for the pantry, for the basement, for the closet, for the stairs, for the hallway and other indoor rooms and instances.
It can also become a great night light for kids and people who are having trouble sleeping and the LED light bulb with an automatic motion sensor can also be used outdoors at the garage, at the porch or anywhere outdoors such as the backyard or front yard. It has a warm white color in its entire build so it is very bright despite the low wattage and it automatically turns off and on without the need for a switch so it is great for people who often forget to turn off the lights when they leave a room.
Its LED power wattage of 5 watts equates to an incandescent light bulb at 50 watts so you get a ton of saved energy in the process and it has a brightness of 450 lm so it is quite bright. The lampshade part is made of ABS material that is highly durable and shock proof in its quality and the LED driver is made from high quality aluminum in its body to give a good and steady heat radiation and to ensure that the motion sensor light bulb will last for a very long time than expected.
The motion sensor lightbulb also comes in handy for those people who often stumble in the darkness just to search for the switch to turn on the lights and the lighting time per activation on this motion sensor light bulb is 40 seconds. It has a total sensing angle of up to 150 degrees so it is very wide in its range as well as in its sensing range of 5 meters to 10 meters on the average and the input voltage is 85 volts to 265 volts AC. The warm white color of this infrared powered motion sensor lightbulb is from 2800 K to 3200 K and it is expected to last for up to 50,000 hours or more due to its great life span as a motion sensor light bulb.
It is made from a sturdy combination of polycarbonate and aluminum for the best results in light bulb life span and there are a total of 10 pieces of LED chips with the model number SMD 5730 for powering up this motion sensor light bulb. Unlike most motion sensor light bulbs out there, it can also work during the day and during the night due to having no light sensor, just a motion sensor.
Ideal Motion Sensor Lightbulb for Bedroom Use
Signstek E27/E26/B22 5W PIR LED Lightbulb
The Signstek E27/E26/B22 5W PIR LED Lightbulb uses PIR technology or passive infrared for its motion sensing capabilities and it uses LED technology in its light bulb so it is super efficient in saving energy in the long run. It has a light that shows a warm white color so it is clean, simple and efficient in lighting up anything and any place and this infrared powered motion sensor lightbulb can be ordered with a tube or without a tube at your convenience depending on where you intend to use the LED light bulb.
It is a great motion sensor light bulb for use in the balcony, at your veranda, in the bathroom, in your household corridors, the bedrooms and in specific establishments and places such as parking lots, shops, offices and the like and it has an automatic motion detecting mechanism so it is able to sense the presence of practically anyone and anything that walks or passes by.
It is equipped with an internal switch that is photosensitive which technically means that this motion sensor light bulb will only work in the darkness or when it is night time for energy saving on the go and the color temperature of this very bright LED light bulb for motion detection is from 2700 K up to 3200 K. After the motion stops or when there is no one in the room, it turns itself off after 30 to 60 seconds of idle time and this LED powered light bulb detects and senses motion without the additional cost on your monthly electric bill due to the consumption of only 5 watts despite its powerful and bright light.
This light bulb is rated for use on 220 to 240 volts systems and the light bulb is made with ABS material plus polycarbonate for added durability and light weight. The luminous flux of this motion sensor lightbulb is 400 lm and the sensor range of this motion sensor light bulb is from 5 meters to 6 meters with a sensor angle of 90 degree. The light bulb fits into any E27 socket type and it can also be used on exhibitions, galleries, lobbies, halls and the likes. It has a working temperature of – 10 degrees C up to 35 degrees C.
Ideal Motion Sensor Lightbulb with a Floodlight Design
Sengled Smartsense LED Security Motion-Detector Floodlight
The Sengled Smartsense LED Security Motion-Detector Floodlight has a flood light design so it is highly recommended for safety and security purposes and it has an LED light structure so it is very energy efficient in its design. The life expectancy of this motion sensor lightbulb is about 25,000 hours or more which makes it very economical in its entire build and it has a power consumption at standby of only 0.2 watts which is significantly low and energy saving. It is also very low in maintenance due to its durability and reliability and after 90 seconds of inactivity or lack of motion detection, it automatically turns itself off to save more energy due to its intelligent algorithm.
The fact that this unique flood light motion sensor light bulb is also weatherproof technically means that it can be used on the outside and even in wet and humid weather so it is truly a security flood light to consider for your budget. This light bulb is meant to be affixed onto any light socket that is E26 in its design and it also does not need wires or other fixtures to install so it is very convenient. It has a detection range of up to 25 feet so you can definitely prevent false alarms such as cats and the like.
It is capable of being comparable to a standard halogen flood light with 90 watts of power consumption while at only 11.5 watts of power consumption due to its intuitive LED light and it has a detection angle of 100 degrees so it is extra wide in its PIR or passive infrared sensor capability. This motion sensor light bulb is backed by a limited warranty of 1 year.
Convenient Motion Sensor Lightbulb with 360-Degree Adjustability
SUPERNIGHT E27 5W PIR LED Lightbulb
The SUPERNIGHT E27 5W PIR LED Lightbulb can also work as a night light due to its convenient design and the fact that this unique light bulb can spin and rotate and be adjusted to up to 360 degrees makes it a truly unique motion sensor lightbulb to consider for your budget. The light bulb is powered by and contains a total of 29 LED lights which altogether provide you a very warm white light that is very convenient in times of need.
The light bulb can easily detect motion within the room or place using its PIR or passive infrared technology for detecting motion and it is also equipped with an internal switch which is photosensitive so it does not work during the day but works during night time or in dark situations for you to save up on energy costs. It is a standard plug and play design that is very convenient and can be plugged into any standard E27 light bulb socket and the light bulb is surprisingly powerful at only 5 watts of consumption so it is eco friendly, energy saving and environmentally friendly and efficient. It can be used on residential areas and commercial areas.
It is also ideal for use with basements, driveways, garages, warehouses, front doors, porches, laundry rooms, corridors or hallways, dressing rooms, bedrooms, security areas and much more. After 30 to 60 seconds of idle time without sensing anything around it, the light bulb will automatically turn itself off to save up on energy costs in a very smart way and it has a color temperature of 3000 K for its warm white color. The light bulb is made from polycarbonate and ABS material in its cover for superior protection with a light weight for easy installation and the night lamp part of this motion sensor lightbulb consumes only 1 watt and its total power consumes 5 watts.
It uses SMD 5730 and 3528 for its LED types, with a total of 4 pieces of 3528 SMD and 25 pieces of 2835 SMD LEDs and it has a working beam angle of 180 degrees so it is extra wide in comparison to other motion sensor light bulbs out there. The light flux or luminous flux of this motion sensor light bulb is at 350 lm and the voltage of this light bulb is from 85 volts to 265 volts AC.
Ideal Motion Sensor Lightbulb for Basement Use
Ashia Light PIR Infrared LED Bulb
The Ashia Light PIR Infrared LED Bulb consumes only 8 watts of power so it is a great energy saver in the long run and it is great for use indoors due to its convenient design. This is also a great motion sensor light bulb for the entrance way and it is also applicable in the garage, in the basement, in the closet, on the front door, by the stairs and the like. It has an automatic motion detection method for conveniently and automatically switching. The light bulb fits both E27 and E26 types of sockets so it is very convenient in its fitting and the soft white color of this light bulb makes it a subtle yet powerful light bulb to consider. The delay time is good and shuts down automatically after 40 to 60 seconds without activity in its range and it is also rotatable and adjustable for up to 150 degrees in its design.
Its detection range is from 4 meters to 5 meters and it has a color temperature of 2700 K to 3000 K in its warm light bulb. It is equivalent to standard light bulbs with a power consumption of 60 watts so you can save more with just 8 watts of power consumption and it uses the technology of a PIR or passive infrared sensor plus a light sensor so it only works during the night time or in the dark for superior convenience in power saving.
Reliable Motion Sensor Lightbulb for Lobby Use
KINGSO E27 12w LED Infrared Bulb
If you have a lobby or a business establishment or a great and functional home setting then the KINGSO E27 12w LED Infrared Bulb is an infrared powered LED light bulb to consider. It has a great motion detection feature for only 12 watts of power consumption and it fits into any standard E27 light bulb socket. It is also great for use in the hallway, for security purposes, as a night lamp and much more and it is rated for use on 85 volts to 265 volts. It uses a total of 24 5630 SMD LED light bulbs in this awesome motion sensor light bulb and the light bulb has a warm white color and it uses PIR or passive infrared technology. It is significantly lower in power consumption of up to 20 percent fewer than regular incandescent light bulbs.
Best Night Lamp Motion Sensor Lightbulb
Sentexin Infrared Sensor Light LED Bulb
The Sentexin Infrared Sensor Light LED Bulb fits onto any standard E27 base socket. You can save up to 20 percent more power consumption and it has a range of 5 meters to 8 meters in its motion sensor capabilities. It can be used in the bedroom, in the corridors, at the stairs and even in the kitchen provided that you protect it carefully and it has an average life span of more than 50,000 hours.
Its LED light bulb gives off a warm white color and it is made from polycarbonate and aluminum material. It has a CRI of 70 to 80 and its wattage is only 9 watts of power consumption. It has a light angle of up to 180 degrees and its luminous flux is at 800 lm +/- 10 percent.
The Competition
Other motion sensor lightbulbs out there are not very effective when it comes to sensing motion from the surroundings due to their limiter amount of range, flexibility and sensitivity. It is important for a light bulb with motion sensor to easily detect motion without running on false alarms.
Other Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a motion sensor and what does it do?
A: According to Wikipedia , a motion detector or motion sensor detects anything that moves, such as people and animals. It is a vital part of keeping an area or compound secure and it will trigger something such as a sounded alarm or an automatic light control.
Q: Why should you buy a motion sensor lightbulb?
A: According to Do It Yourself , these light bulbs are very efficient and they do not need to have a switch which people usually forget to turn off. They are also very beneficial for security purposes.
Wrapping It Up
In the long run, QPAU E27 7W 14-LED Light Bulb is our best motion sensor lightbulb which can be really used effectively for people who often forget to use the switch when they want to turn on and off the light of your room or area.
Jen Miller is a former electrical engineer and product specialist with more than 20 years of product design and testing experience. She has designed more than 200 products for Fortune 500 companies, in fields ranging from home appliances to sports gear and outdoor equipment. She founded Jen Reviews to share her knowledge and critical eye for what makes consumers tick, and adopts a strict no-BS approach to help the reader filter through the maze of products and marketing hype out there. She writes regularly and has been featured on Forbes, Fast Company, The Muse, The Huffington Post, Tiny Buddha and MindBodyGreen.