Name: Philips Hue Motion Sensor
Brand: Philips Hue
SKU: B09KNQ5KTB
Price: 48.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (970 reviews)

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The Philips Hue Indoor Motion Sensor is a battery-powered, wireless device designed exclusively for the Philips Hue smart lighting ecosystem. It detects motion to automatically trigger compatible lights via a Hue Bridge and features an integrated photocell for ambient light adjustment and dusk-to-dawn automation.

✓ Best for: Existing Philips Hue Bridge owners looking to expand automation in mid-sized homes. Ideal use cases include hallways and stairwells for safety lighting in the dark, living rooms and bedrooms for hands-free entry lighting, indoor security monitoring when paired with cameras, and energy savings via photocell automation to avoid daytime triggers.✗ Not ideal for: Users who do not own a Philips Hue Bridge or are not part of the Hue ecosystem. It is also not suitable for battery-averse users or for outdoor applications due to its IP42 rating which limits exposure to weather elements.

Pros

✓Enables easy wireless installation anywhere in the home without wiring
✓Provides reliable automation with photocell for energy-saving dusk-to-dawn adjustments
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Specifications

Connectivity

ProtocolZigbee

Hub RequiredYes (Hue Bridge)

Matter SupportYes

Design

Height55 mm mm

Width55 mm mm

Depth30 mm mm

Features

Installation TypeWireless, Magnetic Mount, Screw Mount

Max Sensor Group Size12

Automation FeaturesDusk-to-dawn, Time-of-day adjustment, Motion-triggered

General

BrandPhilips Hue

ManufacturerSignify North America Corporation

Model570977

ColorWhite

MaterialPlastic

Power

Battery Type2x AAA

Battery Life2 years

Sensors

Sensor TypeMotion, Photocell

IP RatingIP42

Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C

Software

App CompatibilityiOS 11+, Android 7.0+

Voice Assistant SupportAlexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Microsoft Cortana

Firmware Update MethodVia Hue Bridge

Environment

Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C

IP RatingIP42 (Splash-resistant)

Compatibility

Voice AssistantsAlexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Microsoft Cortana

Installation

Mounting OptionsAdhesive or screws

Dimensions & Weight

Height0.78 inches

Width2.16 inches

Depth2.16 inches

Weight0.172 pounds

Research Sources

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