CLY 35W motion sensor security light

Dark spots around a garage, porch or yard can make it awkward to arrive after sunset. This plug-in floodlight is designed to switch on when its motion sensor detects movement, so you do not have to operate a wall switch each time.

It combines a 35W light rated at 3000 lumens with a 5000K white output. The remote lets you change settings after installation, which is useful when the light is mounted out of easy reach.

The key detail to weigh is the weather rating: the light is listed as IP66, while the sensor is IP65. Without having tested it, those are the stated ratings to use when deciding where to mount it.

Key specifications

The light has a 120° lighting range and comes with a 1.5 m cord and plug. Its bracket can be adjusted through 180°, while the sensor head can turn left or right and tilt up or down to aim at the area you want covered. The recommended installation height is 3–5 m.

There are four modes: motion activation day or night, motion activation at night only, continuous lighting until switched off, and timed lighting for 1, 2 or 3 hours. In the two motion modes, the light duration can be set to 45 seconds, 90 seconds, 120 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes. Detection distance options are 6 m, 9 m and 12 m. The remote also adjusts the operating mode, detection sensitivity and lighting duration.

These settings make it more adaptable than a basic floodlight with a fixed sensor timer. The trade-off is that there are several settings to choose from, so it is worth deciding whether you want night-only activation or a light that responds during the day before aiming and mounting it.

Who it’s for

It may suit you if you want motion-triggered lighting for a yard, porch, garage entrance, fence or similar outdoor area, and value being able to change settings without climbing up to the fixture. For example, you could aim the bracket toward a driveway approach, then use the remote to set a short activation time for passers-by rather than leaving the light on.

It may not be the best choice if you need a wireless fixture or a long lead: the listed cord is 1.5 m, and the product is described as plug-in. It also has a defined sensor range, with 12 m as the longest listed option, so it may not suit a large area that needs coverage beyond that distance.

Everyday use

For routine arrivals, night-only motion mode is the straightforward fit: movement switches the light on, and the selected duration determines how long it stays lit. If you need steady illumination instead, continuous mode keeps it on until turned off, timed mode offers a set 1-, 2- or 3-hour period. That range of choices is practical, but it does mean this is more than a simple on-and-off lamp.

The head and bracket adjustments help direct the beam and sensor toward a particular approach rather than pointing them straight ahead by default. Keep the different weather ratings in mind when choosing the mounting position: the fixture is rated IP66, but the sensor is rated IP65.

Before you decide

Can the light stay on without detecting movement? Yes. Continuous mode keeps it lit until it is turned off, and timed mode runs for 1, 2 or 3 hours.

Can you adjust how long motion activation lasts? In the two motion modes, the listed duration choices range from 45 seconds to 10 minutes. The remote is used to adjust operating settings.

Is the sensor rated the same as the light? No. The light is listed as IP66 waterproof, while the sensor is listed as IP65. That distinction matters when considering exposure to weather.

Final verdict

This CLY floodlight is worth considering when you want a plug-in outdoor motion light with several activation modes, adjustable aiming and remote-controlled settings. Its practical advantage over a fixed-setting alternative is the choice of detection distance and light duration. Skip it if a 1.5 m cord does not suit your installation, or if you need the sensor itself to have the same IP66 rating as the light.