Philips Hue Indoor Motion Sensor
Score: 78/100
Eve Motion
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Eve Motion (Matter) 3-Pack offers advanced motion and light sensing with Matter-over-Thread support for cross-platform compatibility. Its main limitation is the requirement for a Thread Border Router and the IPX3 rating's restriction on heavy rain exposure. It is best suited for users in Matter and Thread ecosystems who want privacy-focused, cross-platform sensors.
The Philips Hue Indoor Motion Sensor offers reliable motion detection with a 100-degree field of view and 5-meter range, ideal for automating Hue lights. Its main limitation is the dependency on the Hue Bridge, preventing standalone use. It is best suited for users already invested in the Philips Hue smart home ecosystem.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16.4 feet | 29.5 feetbest | |
100 degrees | 120 degreesbest | |
24 monthsbest | 12 months | |
— | 54,000 secondsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Sensors & Detection(2) | ||
Detection Range (feet) | 16.4 feet | 29.5 feet |
Field of View (degrees) | 100 degrees | 120 degrees |
Connectivity & Smart Home(2) | ||
Connectivity Protocol | Zigbee | Thread |
Matter Support | false | true |
Installation & Environment(2) | ||
IP Rating | IP42 | IPX3 |
Mounting Type | Magnetic | Freestanding |
Controls & Features(1) | ||
Time Delay Settings (seconds) | seconds | 54000 seconds |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Battery Life (months) | 24 months | 12 months |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the seamless integration with the Hue ecosystem, compact design, and reliable performance, highlighting the 5-meter detection range and daylight sensitivity.
Everyday users commonly praise the sensor for its reliable motion triggering, long battery life, and the ability to customize settings via the Hue app.
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Professional reviewers describe the Eve Motion as smart, speedy, and ultra-reliable, praising its 120-degree field of view, 30-foot range, and lux sensing capabilities.
Aggregated user ratings show high satisfaction, with common praise focusing on the effective detection range for large areas and the ease of setting up automations for lights and appliances.
