SimpliSafeSimpliSafe Motion Sensor

Overview

What the SimpliSafe Motion Sensor is

The SimpliSafe Motion Sensor is a compact, wireless device engineered to detect movement within a designated zone of your home and alert you the moment unexpected activity occurs. Designed as part of the broader SimpliSafe home security ecosystem, this sensor uses passive infrared technology to distinguish between everyday household movement, such as pets wandering through a room, and the kind of motion that signals a potential intrusion. Its compact white housing blends unobtrusively into most home interiors, whether mounted on a wall, tucked into a corner, or placed on a shelf, and it requires no complicated wiring thanks to its battery-powered, wireless design that connects seamlessly to the SimpliSafe base station.

What sets this motion sensor apart in the home security and surveillance space is its reliability paired with simplicity. Once installed, it continuously monitors its assigned area and communicates instantly with the SimpliSafe base station and your connected smartphone app the moment it senses movement that fits intrusion patterns. The sensor boasts an extended detection range and a wide field of view, making it effective for covering hallways, entryways, living rooms, or any space where an intruder might pass through. Pet-friendly calibration options help prevent false alarms from smaller animals, a thoughtful feature for households that want robust protection without constant false triggers disrupting their peace of mind.

Built for easy DIY installation, the SimpliSafe Motion Sensor requires no professional setup, no drilling in most cases, and no monthly obligation to function as a standalone alert mechanism, though it integrates fully with SimpliSafe's professional monitoring plans for around-the-clock surveillance response. Its long battery life minimizes maintenance demands, and its discreet profile ensures it doesn't disrupt the aesthetic of any room while still delivering dependable protection. For homeowners and renters looking to reinforce their security setup with a trustworthy layer of motion-based detection, this sensor offers a practical, efficient, and scalable solution that fits naturally into both small apartments and larger multi-sensor home security configurations.

Spec sheet

Technical specifications

Feature set

Key features

• Passive infrared (PIR) motion detection
• Pet-immune up to 50 lbs
• Wireless, battery-powered design
• 3-second alert transmission to base station
• Compact wall or corner mountable housing
• Works with SimpliSafe mobile app and Secret Alerts

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