Best Z Wave Motion Detectors in 2026

OUTDOOR SENSOR: Introducing the first Z-Wave motion detector created for outdoor use. Monitor activity remotely through your Z-Wave hub (required, sold separately) and automate outdoor lighting based on motion. Keep away from direct rainfall and sunlight.

EASY TO INSTALL: Add it to your system quickly through auto-inclusion and mount it in minutes with just a couple of screws. Power it with batteries (included) or micro USB (cable + adapter sold separately). Program motion time-out and light level trigger by turning the knobs right on the sensor. New version (2.0) comes with advanced settings for motion sensitivity and lux reports if supported by your hub. Motion detection up to 20 feet.

COMPATIBILITY: The sensor works great on HomeSeer, Hubitat, Fibaro, and Vera. Custom device handler needed for SmartThings (go to Zooz support portal or contact seller for instructions). Does NOT work with Wink, Ring, ADT, or other Z-Wave alarm panels. Alexa is NOT a Z-Wave hub (the sensor won't work directly with Echo).

COMPATIBILITY: Natively compatible with SmartThings, it works with most brands of Z-Wave home security hubs like Vera Plus, Vera Edge, Vera Lite, HomeSeer, D-link staples connect and Piper NV.

HOME SECURITY and AUTOMATION: Detect motion of intruders for security, as well as trigger alerts to your home hub.

PET IMMUNE: 55 pound pet immunity - eliminate false alarms from pets

4 SMART SENSORS IN 1: This compact device detects and reports motion, temperature, humidity, and light level to your smart home app. Compatible Z-Wave hub required, sold separately.

NEW 700 SERIES VERSION: The included CR123A battery makes the sensor lasts much longer than any previous version. Updated motion detection allows you to get even quicker activity reports. New Z-Wave chip for better performance.

CUSTOMIZE IT: Choose from 7 levels of motion sensitivity, adjust the motion clear delay time, and pick from 3 different LED indicator modes (your hub needs to support advanced parameter input).

ZIGBEE STANDARD COMPATIBLE MOTION SENSOR: Works with compatible Zigbee hubs or Echo devices with Zigbee hub built-in, such as Echo (4th Gen), Echo Plus (1st Gen and 2nd Gen), Echo Show 10 (2nd Gen and 3rd Gen), Echo Studio, Eero 6, Eero Pro 6, Home Assistant, SmartThings 2015/2018, Aeotec, Hubitat, Third reality Hub and Third Reality Smart Speaker. Zigbee Hub Required.

CREATE ROUTINES: Using the Alexa app, create your own routines that are triggered when motion is detected. Customize Alexa messages like “Welcome Home” or “Motion Detected in Living Room” when motion is detected.

SMART LIGHT CONTROL: If you have a smart light or smart plug connected to the Alexa service, you can create a routine in the Alexa app that will enable it to automatically turn on when motion is detected (and off when no motion is detected for a period of time that you specify).

EXTRA FEATURES: Adjustable motion sensitivity and retrigger time. Built-in Z-Wave range test tool for easier network troubleshooting. Vibration reports on SmartThings and other selected gateways.

2 POWER SOURCES: Runs on a single battery for up to a year (depending on traffic and settings) OR on micro USB cable (NOT INCLUDED). Acts as signal extender when connected to USB.

FLEXIBLE DESIGN: Extremely small and light, the sensor sits in a perfectly shaped magnetic mounting base for precise and firm positioning.

Premium components provide accurate and instant motion detection in both automation mode and security mode.

Overcomes potential interference of pets as large as 55 lbs., saving nuisance false alarms.

Easy installs with included flush mount and corner mount wall brackets and begins to learn as soon as batteries power it up.

World’s smallest z-wave Multi-sensor detects motion, temperature, light and vibrations due to built-in accelerometer. Only 1 ¾” in diameter.

Get alerted immediately on your smart phone, tablet, our email when there is motion detected. Trigger certain lights, activate specific scenes or even sirens if there is a threat

Intelligent Object recognition- Can distinguish between a small pets or person. Adjustable sensitivity and indicator LED to persons liking.

4 SMART SENSORS: Get motion alerts and monitor temperature, humidity, and light to take your smart home to the next level. Use this device as the trigger to lighting automations, security alerts, or climate control. It's as versatile and as quick to report as can be. Compatible Z-Wave hub required (sold separately).

FLEXIBLE MOUNT: Use the included mounting bracket to adjust the sensor's field of view and ensure precise monitoring. Power the sensor with batteries (included) or a micro USB cable (sold separately). Always use a single power source only. Works as a Z-Wave repeater when included on USB power.

Z-WAVE COMPATIBILITY: Most basic Z-Wave systems aren't advanced enough to display multisensors correctly. The ZSE11 Q Sensor is supported by: SmartThings (with a custom handler, instructions included with the product), Hubitat, Home Assistant, Indigo, Vera, and HomeSeer. Please do NOT buy this device if your hub isn't listed here, it will not be recognized by your system.

360 DEGREE DETECTION. Ideal for ceiling height of 8 feet to 13 feet (Designed specifically for Home and Office use)

ADJUSTABLE SENSITIVITY with LED status indication. Craft your own smart home with different levels of detecting sensitivity.

ZWAVE Plus Technology. Real-time battery power level monitoring, Anti-tamper alarm, Low consumption.

SAFE AND RELIABLE: The microwave sensor is safe, reliable, high detection probability, low false alarm, high resistance to fog, wind, dust, snow and extreme temperature

STABLE: The microwave sensor is based on Doppler principle and RADAR technology, the rod antenna and high performance microchip are used, and the working state is stable

DETECT HUMAN MOTION: Microwave radar is used as a control signal source to detect human motion. When someone enters the detection area, the indicator lights up immediately

Motion, Light & Temperature: A compact 3-in-1 multi-sensor that detects motion and light.

Adjustable Sensitivity: Features a wide range of motion sensitivity that can be tailored to any household.

Wireless Notifications: Receive instant alerts via smart phone or laptop if motion is detected inside your home unexpectedly.

Z-WAVE PLUS MULTISENSOR: Reports Motion, Temperature, Light Levels With Wireless Z-Wave Commands

ANNUNCIATOR: RGB LED May Be Programmed To Glow 7 Different Colors When Things Happen In Your HomeSeer Controlled Smart Home

LINE POWERED: Just Plug It Into Any 120-Volt US Style Receptacle | No Batteries To Replace