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In our experience, the best outdoor motion sensor lights are reliable and require very little maintenance.
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Since bright white light is better for security, we also included options with customizable color temperature.
It’s bright, adjustable, and has a wide detection angle of 180 degrees.
This is a hard-wired light, not battery-operated, so installation requires connecting to an electricaljunction boxon your wall.
We liked how easy it was to aim the individual lights and sensor for ideal coverage outside our garage.PHOTO: The Spruce / Mike Navarro
This weather-resistant gear feels durable and has survived strong rain without issues.
It took us just a minute or two to install each light using the included screws and anchors.
We like how easy it is to install these lights.
We installed the Leonlite Motion Sensor Security Light quickly thanks to a preexisting junction box.PHOTO: The Spruce
A full charge is touted as lasting for 300 motion events (30 seconds each).
The 40 LEDs that make up each light produce decently bright output at a 120-degree angle.
It also has a very effective light sensor, which keeps the light from triggering during the daylight hours.
We confirmed the light sensor works well, as does the motion detector.
Installation took us about 10 minutes, which included drilling holes for the mounting screws.
Plus, the angle of the light can’t be adjusted without removing and reinstalling it.
The wiring and setup instructions are straightforward, and there are no batteries to recharge.
We also like that you could use the Ring app to view the feed or talk to visitors.
Just verify to buy theplug-in adapterif that’s how you want to install it.
Our home already had a Ring doorbell, so adding the floodlight to the ecosystem was quick and painless.
A motion sensor light with a detection angle of 180 degrees can sense movement anywhere in front of it.
Higher detection ranges are useful when mounting to a pole.
Some sensors have lower detection angles, in which case it’s crucial that you consider placement more carefully.
To mount a light at a new location, consult with a professional electrician.
For ambiance, you want warm, soft tones.
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When in floodlight mode, the Euri Lighting Flickering Flame Lantern provides bright, cool, functional lighting.The Spruce
