Best Weather-resistant Motion Sensor Lights to Secure Your House at Nighttime

Besides adjustable heads, this model also features an adjustable sensor that can be tilted in different directions. Taking into account 180° angle and 32.8-foot distance range of this motion light, you'll hardly need any other illumination equipment in your yard, even if it is not small. 

The Home Zone 64321 can be controlled manually with a special dial on a sensor. You can set the light to work either continuously or in a motion lighting mode, keeping it on only for a certain period of time after a movement has been registered (5 sec-7 min). What else we liked about the Home Zone 64321 is that it can be scheduled to light up at the time when you get back from work, etc. The light controls are pretty simple and intuitive. 

It's worth saying a few words about the bulbs installed in these lights. According to the manufacturer, the bulbs they use serve for 22 years on average. Agree, that's a lot. You will need neither to bother to replace them nor think of using an alternative light source. 

All you need to control the work of the Sunforce LED lights is three switches located on the main unit. The first one, placed behind the sensor, is aimed at switching the device on/off or choosing an automatic mode. Two other control buttons are neatly arranged on the rear of the sensor. There you can change the distance within a 30-foot range by choosing L, M, or H option. As for the time settings, the Sunforce LED can be programmed to stay on during a certain period of time adjustable within the range of 30-120 seconds. On top of that, you can change sensor's position to control a preferable direction. 

A solar panel of the lights runs on three rechargeable batteries included in the box. One day in the sun gives the light about 900 lumens of brightness, enough to keep it on during the night. The batteries, however, can be charged manually. Convenient if you live in the region where it often rains.

For a hassle-free assembly of the main unit, it is recommended to install a mounting bar first and only then position the sensor.

The maximum brightness of 80 lumens of the device, obviously, will not be enough to illuminate your entire yard, but it will surely suffice to light up a small area, like a porch, patio or near the entrance door. Thanks to the dim mode, this motion sensor light always emits a small amount of light to dispel the darkness, even when it's still and no motion is detected. Once the device registers a movement, it automatically lights up bright and after the movement stops, it switches back to the dim mode 10 seconds later. 

Taking a closer look at the light, you'll see that it doesn't have any buttons. So, is there any way to control it? Well, yes, there is, although you will not need to. The light is activated with a small key (included in the box), once you enable it, it will stay on until you decide to switch it off. 

Don’t let the small size make you doubt the effectiveness of this solar panel. At the 0.44-Watt power, it accumulates a sufficient amount of energy to run for 12 hours. According to the manufacturer, the bulbs here will last for about 50,000 hours of operation, while the panel itself is backed with a 5-year warranty. A quality product you won't regret!

The Heath/Zenith SL-5316-WH-C comes with intuitive and straightforward controls. At the bottom of the sensor, you'll find a dial and a couple switches for adjusting the distance range and lightning modes manually.  The range can be varied within a 100-foot area. Speaking of the modes, you can set the sensor light to work either in a test mode, keeping the light on throughout the day and night, or in an auto mode intended for the nighttime use. In the latter mode, it's possible to adjust the operation time of the light, choosing the length of 1, 5 or 20 minutes. You could control it manually too; to do so, however, you'd need to get an additional switch. 

No matter how good your motion sensor is, chances are it can give false signals sometimes. To prevent this, it's important that it is located further away from the objects that may interfere with the sensitivity of the light. So, it's recommended to install motion sensor lights away from air conditioners, heating vents and other home appliances reflecting the light. 

Look into this scheme to connect the sensor and lights properly. If you're not sure you can manage the installation yourself, it's better to address an electrician for assistance.

The Fulcrum 20031-101 works off 4 C batteries (included). Although some might be skeptical about the effectiveness of batteries, according to customers, the light can easily last for a year or so before the batteries replacement is needed. Not as quick as you'd think. 

Ease of use is one more feature we’d like to point out. Once you install the device and trigger it, it will work automatically. The operation radius of the light is average and makes effective 25 feet within 100° viewing angle. After the device detects a movement, the light stays on for another 30 seconds and then, automatically switches off, unless the object remains in the active area. Due to the photocell technology, the Fulcrum 20031-101 activates only when dark. A great product. 

Thanks to the adjustable head, you can change an active operation area of the motion light yourself, when it is needed.