The 10 Best Outdoor Security Lights For A Theft-Proof Home
There are numerous different types of outdoor lights but which ones are the best for security purposes? Most would agree that lights with motion sensors are best-suited for the job and there’s a surprisingly number of different kinds to choose from. We’ll have a closer look at some of the best products in this category as well as some others and let you decide what the best outdoor security lights are in your particular case based on the unique features that each one offers.
1.LITOM Original Solar Lights Outdoor
This is a set of two outdoor lights from world-leading solar light brand Liton. The fact that this is a solar-powered light is pretty cool but that’s not all. This is the first light with side range design in the world. Its illumination range reaches 200 square feet which is quite amazing when you think about it. During the day, the day the high-power LED light absorbs sunlight, converts it into electricity and stores it. At night the motion sensor detects movement and triggers the LED which lights up for 20 seconds. If motion is detected once again during these 20 seconds, the lighting time is prolonged.
These lights are ideal for the front door, the backyard and other outdoor areas.
View Deal2.SANSI LED Outdoor Motion-Activated Security Lights
This is another example of a good outdoor light that uses a motion detector sensor. It’s actually not a single light but two. It has a dual-head design where each light is adjustable and super bright, producing up to 100 lumens/ watt brightness using 6 LED bulbs in total. It turns on automatically at night when motion is detected and turns off automatically after a pre-determined time if no further motion is detected. The sensor has a range of 180 degrees and maximum 50 ft. To reach its full capacity the light needs to be install on a wall at a height of 8 ft.
The LED bulbs are energy-efficient and the entire light is weatherproof which makes it ideal for all types of outdoor spaces.
View Deal3.Hyperikon LED White Security Light with Motion Sensor
You can also rely on this outdoor security light to deliver great brightness without breaking the bank. This is another dual-head outdoor light and built-in motion and dusk-to-down sensors that make energy-efficient and very convenient. It has a waterproof design which allow it to be installed anywhere and it’s also easy to install by mounting to a wall in any preferred location. It turns on automatically when it senses ambient light levels or motion in a range of 30 to 40 ft.
It produces super bright light and has a simple and versatile design.
View Deal4.Motion-Activated Four-Sided Coach Light
If you want an outdoor light that you can install on a wall on your porch or next to the front door, you probably don’t it to be very powerful and blinding. Something more subtle and with a less industrial design would be best-suited in this case. This is a really great option if you’re into rustic design. This is a lantern designed to be wall-mounted. It has glass on only 3 sides and a 150 degree built-in motion sensor with a detection range of up to 30 feet.
You can adjust the sensitivity and even install this in exposed areas thanks to its weather-resistant finish.
View Deal5.LEONLITE 2 Head LED Outdoor Security Floodlight Motion Sensor
Motion-activated outdoor lights are useful because they provide a sense of security, they’re convenient and they discourage and scare away potential thieves. It has a built-in dust-to-dawn sensor which can detect the level of natural light and make adjustments as necessary. There are two other modes in addition to the one we just mentioned: the on time mode which lets you control the light manually and the auto mode which enables the light to detect the ambient luminous intensity and motion and to act based on the situation.
It helps if they're bright enough to be intimidating and this modern really delivers in that sense
View Deal6.Mr. Beams MB3000 High Performance Wireless Battery Powered Motion Sensing LED
Unlike other outdoors, this one a battery-powered spotlight. The wireless design makes it more versatile and gives a nice sense of freedom as it allows you to install this light anywhere without restrictions. That means you don’t need any cords and you don’t have to worry about anything other than finding a suitable spot for your new outdoor light. It has a dual-head design which allows it to illuminate large, dark areas and produces 500 lumens of bright light. You can adjust the angle of the light produces by each of the two heads as they can pivot 180 degrees up and down and 135 degrees side to side. This light is also very durable and weatherproof.
It turns on when detecting motion from 30 ft away and shuts off after 20 seconds.
View Deal7.Sengled LED Bulb with Motion Sensor
If you want something small that doesn’t stand out too much yet is still efficient and convenient, check out this LED bulb. What’s really cool about it is that it transforms any ordinary fixture into a motion-activated light without requiring any extra hardware. It’s really great for outdoor use although it’s also very practical indoors if you ever want to put it in your entryway, garage or hallway. It’s super convenient and also has a cool design.
The built-in motion sensor allows it to detect movement and turn on automatically for 90 seconds. After that it shuts off. It's designed to last 25,000 hours.
View Deal8.Motion-Activated Dual Head LED Security Spotlight
What’s nice about these dual-head outdoor lights is that they cover two areas at once by direction the light into two directions. You can adjust each head and change the angle so the light covers exactly what’s needed. The sensor detects motion up to 40 feet away within a 180 degree area. There are 4 LEDs which produce over 160 lumens in total. They’re solar powered and use 3 rechargeable NiMH Batteries. When fully charged they ensure up to 90 one-minute activations.
This is a good outdoor security light for areas such as the entryway, patio, deck, the garage or carport as well the backyard.
View Deal9.MB360 Wireless LED Spotlight with Motion Sensor and Photocell
Sometimes all you need is one outdoor light and the two-head design, although not impractical, would’s really suit your requirements. This small but extremely bright LED light is exactly what you should look for. Although small, it can efficiently light up a 350 square ft area. It’s battery-operated so you don’t need to worry about anything and you can just install it exactly where you want it to be. The 140 lumen LED light is very bright but also energy-efficient. There’s a built-in motion-sensor that allows it to turn on and off automatically.
MB360 Wireless LED Spotlight with Motion Sensor and Photocell
View Deal10.Ring Floodlight Camera and Siren Alarm
This is a Ring outdoor light and you can tell it’s special just by the name. What makes it stand out is its smart design and the fact that it also has a camera. You can connect the camera to Alexa and be notified when it detects motion, so you’re always aware of what’s happening outdoor or when visitors come by. You can also use a compatible Echo device to talk to your guests if you want to really felt like in a sci-fi movie. You can control everything from your smartphone, table or your PC. It records 1080HD video with infrared night vision and has Live View. The camera is definitely cool but not the only useful feature.
There are also built-in ultra bright floodlights and also a siren. This really is the ultimate outdoor security light.
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Whether you’re looking for a way to illuminate your porch, backyard or garage in order to create a nice ambiance at night or you want to make your home theft-proof, there’s something for everyone. Simple outdoor lights with motion sensors can definitely help you achieve your goal but there are also more complete and sophisticated gadgets that can offer a bunch of extra features in case you more.