NICREW [2-Pack] Battery Powered Security Light, PIR Motion Sensor Spotlight, Weatherproof Outdoor Wall Light for Gardon Walkways, 600 Lumen, 8W (Black)
NICREW Battery Powered Outdoor LED Security Light 2-Pack, PIR Motion Sensor Spotlight, Weatherproof Outdoor Wall Light for Gardon Walkways, 600 Lume
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| Weight: | 350 Grams |
| Dimensions: | 10 x 16 x 11 cm; 350 Grams |
| Model: | VCT-SLB-062 |
| Pack Quantity: | 2 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Dimensions: | 10 x 16 x 11 cm; 350 Grams |
| Quantity: | 2 |
Difficult to remove batteries if you haven’t got strong hands, otherwise quite good.
This product is fine. With it being battery powered it’s a bit limited in terms of the light output but hey ho
Really pleased with this,altho not wall mounted.but picks up even at dusk before it gets really dark.very sensative to,even leaves blowing about.quite bright too.
Easy to install but need 2 lights for adequate detection and light coverage
Very good illumination, however could not find D cell batteries in our local supermarkets. Strange.
We had already purchased 2 lights for my Mother’s porch, but both were disastrous. They were flimsy and didn’t work or stayed on all the time. This light is robust and works very well. It arrived quickly and was easy to install. Would definitely purchase another.
Super easy to install. Motion detection is good. My only slight criticism is the duration they are illuminated for. Long enough to light your way, but if you are doing something in the dark (for me it’s feeding outdoor pets) then you have to wobble about in front of it from time to time to keep it coming on. User fault really. For the purpose they are designed for, they’re great.
It was easy to install and looks good, it’s bright enough for me to see on my drive, and hopefully will deter anyone going near my ca
Compared to the awful solar garden lights these seem to be doing the job
Time will tell regarding battery life but they are bright enough and decent quality
Who would of ever thought battery operated external lights would be possible .
Some mixed reviews but thought I’d try it. It seems sturdy at first look and I then understood why people commented on the “loose wires” issue. Just be careful when opening the battery compartment and all will be fine. It’s easy to install and so far after two weeks, it’s working as expected.
I bought two of these battery operated lights to illuminate the path round one side of the house and another at the back door. I’ve had solar-powered lights but they never seem to get enough Sun and sooner or later they expire. I’ve had a battery-powered light down one side for some time, and it’s been wholly operative, the same batteries that I started out with. I’ve installed both new lights and they are working well and doing the job for which they were bought.
I have a few of these. Good for lighting enough to see where you are going. Motion detection works well and decent batteries will last for ages – maybe the whole of the winter months on one set with several activations each day.
Liked this so much have just purchased a second. Found this to be easy to put up and comes on when needed. It’s also quite bright. Ideal to show from door lock and to light a side passageway. Both are under cover so can’t comment on water resistance.
Bought this to replace a solar security light and it’s great. We wanted something small to go on the fence to light up a lock on our back gate. The motion detection is perfect comes on instantly and is bright enough to see the lock. It is quite a sturdy light and it was a doddle to install no wires just batteries. I would recommend it.
Bought this to replace a solar security light and it’s great. We wanted something small to go on the fence to light up a lock on our back gate. The motion detection is perfect comes on instantly and is bright enough to see the lock. It is quite a sturdy light and it was a doddle to install no wires just batteries. I would recommend it.
Bought this to replace a solar security light and it’s great. We wanted something small to go on the fence to light up a lock on our back gate. The motion detection is perfect comes on instantly and is bright enough to see the lock. It is quite a sturdy light and it was a doddle to install no wires just batteries. I would recommend it.
SAVED US A FORTUNE OUR OUTSIDE LIGHT ‘S BULB WENT AND THEN WE WERE TOLD WE WOULD HAVE TO HAVE A COMPLETE NEW LIGHT AS WE COULD NOT CHANGE THE BULB, WHICH AS I AM DISABLED WOULD HAVE INVOLVED THE PURCHASE OF A NEW LIGHT AND THE EMPLOYMENT OF AN ELECTRICIAN TO FIX IT. 4 BATTERIES AND TWO SCREWS LATER I HAD A NEW LIGHT WHICH WORKS GREAT.
SAVED US A FORTUNE OUR OUTSIDE LIGHT ‘S BULB WENT AND THEN WE WERE TOLD WE WOULD HAVE TO HAVE A COMPLETE NEW LIGHT AS WE COULD NOT CHANGE THE BULB, WHICH AS I AM DISABLED WOULD HAVE INVOLVED THE PURCHASE OF A NEW LIGHT AND THE EMPLOYMENT OF AN ELECTRICIAN TO FIX IT. 4 BATTERIES AND TWO SCREWS LATER I HAD A NEW LIGHT WHICH WORKS GREAT.
SAVED US A FORTUNE OUR OUTSIDE LIGHT ‘S BULB WENT AND THEN WE WERE TOLD WE WOULD HAVE TO HAVE A COMPLETE NEW LIGHT AS WE COULD NOT CHANGE THE BULB, WHICH AS I AM DISABLED WOULD HAVE INVOLVED THE PURCHASE OF A NEW LIGHT AND THE EMPLOYMENT OF AN ELECTRICIAN TO FIX IT. 4 BATTERIES AND TWO SCREWS LATER I HAD A NEW LIGHT WHICH WORKS GREAT.
No real complaints other than the light could be a little brighter. I use in a confined area where it works well, but would not be any good for illuminating anything other than a medium-size room.
But easy to fit, does just the job in outside areas where there is no mains electricity.
No real complaints other than the light could be a little brighter. I use in a confined area where it works well, but would not be any good for illuminating anything other than a medium-size room.
But easy to fit, does just the job in outside areas where there is no mains electricity.
Ideal for areas where it is difficult to use mains supply. Works well, but note that instructions say that, while it is showerproof, best to install beneath some shelter.
Has worked well for several weeks now and I bought a second pair.
I have 6 of these round my house. Put them anywhere that you can drill 6mm holes. No wires, look great. I’ve had these for 3 years. They have survived the worst weather Scotland can throw at us. Minus 15, 90 mph storms, lashing rain, total whiteouts. All still work, no water ingress, no frost damage. As for batteries, they are still going, but fading. After 3 years, with the batteries outside, freezing cold for 4 months, this is pretty good. If they packed in tomorrow, I will buy again.
PS I have one in my garage. This serves a double purpose. If we have a power cut, you still have light to find bits and bobs. Secondly, if a scumbag breaks into to the garage they will be totally blinded and run a mile. Big recommend.
I have 6 of these round my house. Put them anywhere that you can drill 6mm holes. No wires, look great. I’ve had these for 3 years. They have survived the worst weather Scotland can throw at us. Minus 15, 90 mph storms, lashing rain, total whiteouts. All still work, no water ingress, no frost damage. As for batteries, they are still going, but fading. After 3 years, with the batteries outside, freezing cold for 4 months, this is pretty good. If they packed in tomorrow, I will buy again.
PS I have one in my garage. This serves a double purpose. If we have a power cut, you still have light to find bits and bobs. Secondly, if a scumbag breaks into to the garage they will be totally blinded and run a mile. Big recommend.
I have 6 of these round my house. Put them anywhere that you can drill 6mm holes. No wires, look great. I’ve had these for 3 years. They have survived the worst weather Scotland can throw at us. Minus 15, 90 mph storms, lashing rain, total whiteouts. All still work, no water ingress, no frost damage. As for batteries, they are still going, but fading. After 3 years, with the batteries outside, freezing cold for 4 months, this is pretty good. If they packed in tomorrow, I will buy again.
PS I have one in my garage. This serves a double purpose. If we have a power cut, you still have light to find bits and bobs. Secondly, if a scumbag breaks into to the garage they will be totally blinded and run a mile. Big recommend.
I put this light on a fence so it is facing up the garden out of our back door walk a few yards then up six steps to go into the garden so coming back its down these steps now sometimes we need to get to the garden after dark mainly to get washing in if we get back after dark the problem is coming back down the steps which you can’t see very well when it’s dark this light has made all the difference now made it safe now with all the steps lit up its very bright and the sensor is very good
So happy with this purchase , I’m a carer therefore always come home in the dark .I just needed more light around my house to see where I’m walking . These sensor lights are perfect for this use ,also a good warning if anyone else aproaches the house .
Lights are well made with a strong light ,illuminating a large circle area and have weathered well after much rain .
If item could last a little longer than20 seconds would be even better ,but if person or car stays in the zone light will come on again .
Does the job nicely. Batteries last us about 3 or 4 months and the brightness fades as the batteries die.
I have two covering our back yard which is about 6-8 square meters and it’s primarily for the dogs to see and for us to see what they leave behind at night. I think they would go a little further than that if they have a clear line of sight. All in all good products.
These little lights are amazing, easy to install, easy to replace the batteries and very very bright. Worth every penny, especially when you use rechargeable batteries. motion detector is just the right sensitivity and easy to position where you would like it to respond to movement. I’m really happy with my purchase
These little lights are amazing, easy to install, easy to replace the batteries and very very bright. Worth every penny, especially when you use rechargeable batteries. motion detector is just the right sensitivity and easy to position where you would like it to respond to movement. I’m really happy with my purchase
These little lights are amazing, easy to install, easy to replace the batteries and very very bright. Worth every penny, especially when you use rechargeable batteries. motion detector is just the right sensitivity and easy to position where you would like it to respond to movement. I’m really happy with my purchase
These little lights are amazing, easy to install, easy to replace the batteries and very very bright. Worth every penny, especially when you use rechargeable batteries. motion detector is just the right sensitivity and easy to position where you would like it to respond to movement. I’m really happy with my purchase
These little lights are amazing, easy to install, easy to replace the batteries and very very bright. Worth every penny, especially when you use rechargeable batteries. motion detector is just the right sensitivity and easy to position where you would like it to respond to movement. I’m really happy with my purchase
Good product, decent brightness. Would advise care when fitting the baseplate to surface where you want to mount the light as I think if you over-tightened the screw then the base would probably crack (as it is plastic). My only gripe is that it is fixed to stay alight for only 20 seconds unless it detects further movement. If it had the ability to adjust how long it stays on for then I would give it 5 stars.
Easy to install and very bright. They are actually surprisingly big too and the motion detection is perfect, I’m not sure why people are having issues with them.
The only reason I’m not giving full 5 stars is because the lights don’t give as wide a field of light as I was expecting, it is quite focused. Don’t get me wrong it’s not a spotlight on a single area so isn’t exactly a problem it’s just something to bear in mind – maybe worth picking up the double pack like I did just to be safe.
All in all a great product for the price I think.
Thought for the price and battery operated they may just do the job, but having put the batteries in I was shocked at how bright the LEDs are, really good quality.
The only thing that lets it down is there is now way of changing the timer for the lights, you have to play around with the seating of the lamp which is very fiddly.
If it had a timer for the light then this would be a 5 star product all the way, even so, definate good buy
These are great for use where it’s difficult to put mains wiring. They are bright enough to light steps and paths etc. The installation is a bit fiddly as the screws are small and go in a deepish hole, which can be awkward if your stood on steps trying to hold the fitting, a screwdriver and get the screws to go in the hole, but ok for an average DIYer.
The only downside is the light doesn’t stay on very long, but it’s long enough for you to use on walkways, steps etc. so I wouldn’t want one as a security light.
I bought more both for my garden and for the steps outside work, so I would recommend these bright little lights.
I’ve moved away from the solar outdoor lamps as they all seem to fail quickly. This battery operated one works well bu the acid test will be whether it lets rain in or not – most of them seem to – even the mains ones. I’ve dropped one star because of the D type batteries – they’re so heavy it makes the lamp feel flimsy.
When I opened these up I didn’t expect to keep them. I fitted them in my garden as a temporary fixing on the fence as I was expecting them to have poor motion sensors and that they wouldn’t be waterproof. I was wrong on both counts. They went up like a dream. They are easily adjusted so they light up the area you need lit. They stay on for 20 seconds and alumina try again if you move back into range. They aren’t too bright either, so my neighbours don’t get bothered by them. A great purchase
Easy fit and set up, and as you can see, they light up a dark area. 2nd pic shows the far light has just gone off. Big difference, I’m sure you’ll agree.
They can be angled to many positions, but I have them set to cover my neighbours path also
I put some electricians tape around the seal, just to make sure they remain watertight, as some people complained of water ingress.
Hope they last !
The item arrived on time. Unfortunately I hadn’t read information and needed to buy batteries. These were easy to fit and the wall mounting was very easy. Could be fitted by rank amateur. The light comes on when expected, sensor gives good range and light is sufficiently bright to light up rear access to my property. Could stay on a little longer, maybe 30secs instead of 20, but this is a minor quibble
The item arrived on time. Unfortunately I hadn’t read information and needed to buy batteries. These were easy to fit and the wall mounting was very easy. Could be fitted by rank amateur. The light comes on when expected, sensor gives good range and light is sufficiently bright to light up rear access to my property. Could stay on a little longer, maybe 30secs instead of 20, but this is a minor quibble
The item arrived on time. Unfortunately I hadn’t read information and needed to buy batteries. These were easy to fit and the wall mounting was very easy. Could be fitted by rank amateur. The light comes on when expected, sensor gives good range and light is sufficiently bright to light up rear access to my property. Could stay on a little longer, maybe 30secs instead of 20, but this is a minor quibble
Great lights, very well made, easy to install and although requiring some hefty batteries, they still offer excellent value and a good way to install light if mains power supply is a problem. Only suggestion to the supplier would be to please make this style in white as well as black but I’ve since bought another black pair so impressed have I been with my original purchase.
Bought several of these for my cottage to be able to bring light to the premises where is no electricity and for outdoor use. Installation is a “monkey business”. Been using with alkaline batteries and despite multiple motion detection during night it last for about 1.5 month. Great solution if you’d like to “bring” light to places without struggling with cables.
Bought several of these for my cottage to be able to bring light to the premises where is no electricity and for outdoor use. Installation is a “monkey business”. Been using with alkaline batteries and despite multiple motion detection during night it last for about 1.5 month. Great solution if you’d like to “bring” light to places without struggling with cables.
We have an earlier model which is not so bright. These ones are a lot brighter. Luckily the screw holes for the old one was the same as the new one so it was easily replaced.
Ours are placed above the front door and by the car port.
The motion detection works but when I installed it the beam stretched to the second light meaning there was no dark area when walking at night but now the light only triggers when closer to it.
The battery life seems to be good and lasts several months.
What I would have liked is the ability to adjust the ‘time’ the light is on, at present it is only around 20 seconds which is just about ok to get to the door and unlock it but being able to adjust it would be better if you have for example a pram or shopping to carry in.
Spent ages looking for outside lights that didn’t need wiring in and finally plumped for these battery operated ones. So far they have done the job really well. Very easy to set up and mount. Multidirectional fittings so you can angle and point exactly where you want. The motion detection is about 5-10 metres or so but OK for where I have them and the light is pretty bright. On / off time is about 20secs and I don’t think there is a way to change that but not a huge problem as they come straight back on if you move again. Have had one of them mounted out in the open getting hammered by wind and rain and ( so far – 3/4 weeks) it has withstood all that recent storms have thrown at it. Yeah – quite happy with these lights.
I’m new to lights like this but recently I’ve been thinking about security and wanted one. There are so many on the market though. This one so far I’m really pleased with. The motion is good and I’ve tested it by walking around the edge of my driveway (stealth mode!) and it spotted me. Also the light is very bright – not blinding (which is good really) but bright enough. Positioning is the trick though as you will mess around with it a bit to get the spot right. Avoiding bright street lamps etc. It is heavy with the D cell batteries in so screw it in tightly and I found getting the battery compartment on and off a bit fiddly. Otherwise though, good so far. Lets see how waterproof it is now we go into winter.
Used this in our utility room where the light switch is opposite the door. This worked well for 3 years but either the on/switch or motion sensor has become defective. The light still works but no good for my purpose. The light switch is wobbly and not a good connection.
Now ordered a second one as the light really is bright and lights up the whole room and it take 4 large batteries that last 6 months without a recharge.
hese are umangous, quite chunky lights, but in order to take 4 d size cells I guess is normal, they are bright enough for a spotlight, but they are very focal, to illuminate a space at less than 3 meters is not great. probably to illuminate something between 5 and 10 would be ideal. the motion sensor is very very sensitive I would assume that the angle of detection is around 140 degrees. and the light works with a slightly more illuminated scene it doesn’t have to be pitch black as some users stated, so far I’m very happy with them.
Initially purchased the solar light but for some reason performance wasn’t consistent so decided to buy these lights. The lights were easy to install as I had someone do it for me. It was a few days before he could do this so I had one of the lights at the top of the stairs. Eureka! So I now have one light by the porch and the other at the top of the stairs because (irritatingly) the switch for the upstairs landing is at the top of the stairs not useful in the dark.
The lighting both outside and inside is perfect. I will track the battery life however I am very pleased with the product so far. Thanks for the reviews that stated that these lights may not be waterproof. Given the heavy rains this past week, I decided to put some Gorilla tape to seal the top of the light.
I was looking for lights that use batteries so i bought these lights to use in my garage. I have put one of these lights above my garage door for the motion detection at night. I was impressed with the performnce of the light which was fairly bright and the fact that the light switches off after 20 seconds. I have since bought another set and have installed them inside my garage. Now when i open the garage at night the whole garage lights up which is great. Very happy with these lights and would recommend them to anyone.
I can’t comment on the battery life as I’ve only had it working for 4 days. It provides a good deal of light but positioning is key. The motion sensor picks up within 2-3 meters. I thought it might be more. Overall I’m pleased with my purchase. Significantly cheaper than having a mains fitted light, especially when you get two, and because of the positioning much more reliable than solar.
I can’t comment on the battery life as I’ve only had it working for 4 days. It provides a good deal of light but positioning is key. The motion sensor picks up within 2-3 meters. I thought it might be more. Overall I’m pleased with my purchase. Significantly cheaper than having a mains fitted light, especially when you get two, and because of the positioning much more reliable than solar.
This is a quite good light, it’s motion detection is very sensitive, which I like and the lighting for the area I need it for is just right. To give an example of the area I use it for, it’s about 4 metres by 3metres in size in direct light with an amount of indirect light to the sides. Overall, I am pleased with its quality, price and functionality.
I bought these last year for my garden and found then easy to install and they give good light to access areas. I needed two more for the side of the house so had no hesitation in purchasing again. They stay on for about 30 seconds but it is enough to get from the car to the house door. The batteries have lasted a full year so a good investment.
These lights are fantastic!! This is my third purchase as I’ve been buying them for family members I love mine so much. We have one in the front porch which is very welcoming when you come home from work on a dark night & one in the garage which means that I don’t need to search in the dark for the light switch. Equally good inside & out!!
Would recommend.
Update Nov 2021 – still very happy with these lights. I’ve bought 2 more. The one nearest the door which lights up more frequently obviously used the batteries quicker but still lasted a year. I haven’t needed to replace the batteries in the other yet. No obvious weather damage. Would highly recommend 🙂
I wanted this to light up a dark corner at the rear of the garage and to enable me to access the personnel door. It was very easy to fit and does the job brilliantly. Can’t say how long the batteries last as we haven’t had it long, but as it only stays on for 20 seconds at a time (long enough for me to unlock the door and put the inside light on) I’m expecting it to be economical. So far finding it to be a very good product. Thank you!
Arrived next day but have only just fitted them. Very easy to fit but have only been up for two days but up to now working perfectly. Come on as soon as you are in range and stay on for about 20 seconds. Battery life I can’t comment on yet as have not been up long enough. Have had no rain yet so don’t know how they will function in the wet although it does say they are watertight. We will see. All in all very pleased up to now but early days.
Arrived next day but have only just fitted them. Very easy to fit but have only been up for two days but up to now working perfectly. Come on as soon as you are in range and stay on for about 20 seconds. Battery life I can’t comment on yet as have not been up long enough. Have had no rain yet so don’t know how they will function in the wet although it does say they are watertight. We will see. All in all very pleased up to now but early days.
Arrived next day but have only just fitted them. Very easy to fit but have only been up for two days but up to now working perfectly. Come on as soon as you are in range and stay on for about 20 seconds. Battery life I can’t comment on yet as have not been up long enough. Have had no rain yet so don’t know how they will function in the wet although it does say they are watertight. We will see. All in all very pleased up to now but early days.
Very pleased with these outdoor lights. Mounted two on house walk to light back garden and work great. Range is about 3 metres and motion sensitivity in the dark excellent. The steam from my boiler sets them off if the wind is in certain direction or trees blowing so have had to do some pruning, but I’d rather they were more than less sensitive. Been up a month now, batteries still fine. Time will tell how weather resistant they are and the battery life.
These lights are Brilliant, so easy to put up didn’t take my hubby many minutes at all. They are really nice and bright and the dog sets them off just as he approaches the steps leading to the back garden, before we got these lights we had to turn on the inside lights at the back of the property to give a little bit of light on the back lawn also hubby had to go outside with a torch to shine on the steps or the dog wouldn’t dare go down them. So rounding this off, we had a fast & efficient service and would recommend and use this supplier again. The description is spot on and sensors work well and come straight on as soon as the dog goes near & they are nice & bright.
These lights are Brilliant, so easy to put up didn’t take my hubby many minutes at all. They are really nice and bright and the dog sets them off just as he approaches the steps leading to the back garden, before we got these lights we had to turn on the inside lights at the back of the property to give a little bit of light on the back lawn also hubby had to go outside with a torch to shine on the steps or the dog wouldn’t dare go down them. So rounding this off, we had a fast & efficient service and would recommend and use this supplier again. The description is spot on and sensors work well and come straight on as soon as the dog goes near & they are nice & bright.
These lights are Brilliant, so easy to put up didn’t take my hubby many minutes at all. They are really nice and bright and the dog sets them off just as he approaches the steps leading to the back garden, before we got these lights we had to turn on the inside lights at the back of the property to give a little bit of light on the back lawn also hubby had to go outside with a torch to shine on the steps or the dog wouldn’t dare go down them. So rounding this off, we had a fast & efficient service and would recommend and use this supplier again. The description is spot on and sensors work well and come straight on as soon as the dog goes near & they are nice & bright.
Very good value. I wanted to light an alleyway down the side of the house, and this does the job. Installation was pretty easy, I mounted mine on a wooden gatepost at a height of about 2 metres. The light comes on as soon as someone enters the alleyway, and it’s pretty bright. An easy solution which saved me getting an electrician in. Although I probably wouldn’t use a battery light in a well used location, the batteries are quite expensive.
The light is sturdy and well made. It worked very well as described out of the box after the batteries were installed. There are no adjustment controls for sensitivity or duration on/off but for my application, illuminating a dark outdoor passage at the side of my house, the inbuilt sensitivity and timing fit the bill. The unit claims to be weatherproof but I stuck some waterproof tape over the joint between body and lens as extra protection. As yet I do not know how long the batteries will last but this unit provides an excellent solution to providing outdoor security lighting without costly mains installation. At the price this unit is a snip.
The light is sturdy and well made. It worked very well as described out of the box after the batteries were installed. There are no adjustment controls for sensitivity or duration on/off but for my application, illuminating a dark outdoor passage at the side of my house, the inbuilt sensitivity and timing fit the bill. The unit claims to be weatherproof but I stuck some waterproof tape over the joint between body and lens as extra protection. As yet I do not know how long the batteries will last but this unit provides an excellent solution to providing outdoor security lighting without costly mains installation. At the price this unit is a snip.
The light is sturdy and well made. It worked very well as described out of the box after the batteries were installed. There are no adjustment controls for sensitivity or duration on/off but for my application, illuminating a dark outdoor passage at the side of my house, the inbuilt sensitivity and timing fit the bill. The unit claims to be weatherproof but I stuck some waterproof tape over the joint between body and lens as extra protection. As yet I do not know how long the batteries will last but this unit provides an excellent solution to providing outdoor security lighting without costly mains installation. At the price this unit is a snip.
The light is sturdy and well made. It worked very well as described out of the box after the batteries were installed. There are no adjustment controls for sensitivity or duration on/off but for my application, illuminating a dark outdoor passage at the side of my house, the inbuilt sensitivity and timing fit the bill. The unit claims to be weatherproof but I stuck some waterproof tape over the joint between body and lens as extra protection. As yet I do not know how long the batteries will last but this unit provides an excellent solution to providing outdoor security lighting without costly mains installation. At the price this unit is a snip.
Come the dark nights I purchased one light. The spread of the light is excellent as is the 20 second time which is sufficient for any purpose. Very easy to install, although I suggest a longer screw than the ones supplied, and positions in any required location to give any required coverage. I have since purchased a twin pack which gives an even better purchase price.
This was a repeat purchase for friends. The lights are easy to set up, put up and do the job well, as was commented even I could do it. The only thing you need to watch for is street lighting which can trick the light into thinking it is daylight! Easily adjusted etc so not a problem. Good value.
The after service from Ni-crew is great, I had an issue with one light previously bought; Ni-crew had sent an e-mail asking if all was well. I advised them what the issue fir me was,they diagnosed the issue and replaced the item within 2 days
Had about 6 weeks but really easy to fit and set up. Very bright light only stays on a short period but that’s the point I think.. Quite sensitive to light so doesn’t always turn on if other lights nearby are on which can sometimes be annoying but again its sort of the point of having a light sensitive cut off function
Very heavy with batteries in so make sure well attached and as importantly that lens/battery units is properly closed against the rest of the unit. This requires a positive lock but easy to think its properly attached when it’s not, so take care as gravity will eventually come into play if you have not! So would highly recommend overall.
Very easy to still with supplied screws and raw plugs (installed mine directly into wood no problems).
Good range of movement on 2 axis with strong bolts to keep the light secure once you’ve found the best angle.
LEDs are bright and effective so is the motion detection and dark sensor. Tested it under variable light conditions and true to form it only activated once it was actually dark outside.
Overall good little security light where running a power cable just isn’t an option.
I wanted the light to be facing directly forward, not quite on the horizontal but tilted only at a very slight angle downwards. This is not possible, because the back of main body casing hits against the base support, as in photos.
*However now it’s dark the one I’ve so far fitted actually works very well, detecting & covering a large area with bright light, so clearly it does not need to be pointing directly forward.*
It does not operate until it is completely dark, (ie, not at dusk) but for me that’s not really a minus point.
EDIT: after a couple of months it’s become very erratic. I’ll test to see if it’s the batteries but even if it is, they’re not cheap so that will detract from its rating.
I wanted the light to be facing directly forward, not quite on the horizontal but tilted only at a very slight angle downwards. This is not possible, because the back of main body casing hits against the base support, as in photos.
*However now it’s dark the one I’ve so far fitted actually works very well, detecting & covering a large area with bright light, so clearly it does not need to be pointing directly forward.*
It does not operate until it is completely dark, (ie, not at dusk) but for me that’s not really a minus point.
EDIT: after a couple of months it’s become very erratic. I’ll test to see if it’s the batteries but even if it is, they’re not cheap so that will detract from its rating.
I wanted the light to be facing directly forward, not quite on the horizontal but tilted only at a very slight angle downwards. This is not possible, because the back of main body casing hits against the base support, as in photos.
*However now it’s dark the one I’ve so far fitted actually works very well, detecting & covering a large area with bright light, so clearly it does not need to be pointing directly forward.*
It does not operate until it is completely dark, (ie, not at dusk) but for me that’s not really a minus point.
EDIT: after a couple of months it’s become very erratic. I’ll test to see if it’s the batteries but even if it is, they’re not cheap so that will detract from its rating.
The plan was to use self tapping screws, and drive 3 small pilot holes in the UPVC door frame and mount one in the corner above the doorway. However, the fixing holes in the mounting cup are very narrow and deep. So some screws I’ve already got won’t work. I’m going to have to go to B&Q or a hardware shop somewhere and buy some ‘special’ sized screws to do the job.
The ‘head’ unit itself is actually quite heavy once the 4 ‘D’ sized batteries are installed so I hope it’s not too heavy for the mounting cup.
I’ll update this review once I’ve fitted the lights and they’ve been hung for a while.
I have two other types of these units and neither of them has an on/off switch. I saw it mentioned by an earlier review so knew to look out for it.
Very bright, much brighter than my original Mr Beams which has given good service for 2 years or so. Day /night sensors work perfectly to date. (This is the usual problem area I have experienced with budget versions of this type of unit …. many of them ( not Mr Beams ) cannot tell difference between day and night and batteries expire quickly.)
Just one other thing to note. I dislike being chased for feedback. I think 2 requests in less than a week from delivery is excessive. Why alienate customers who were probably very happy with service?
I sell some goods on the internet and I would never solicit feedback.
Batteries are NOT supplied.