Eve Motion (Matter)
Last updated: 11 October 2026
Eve Motion is a battery motion sensor that works over Thread, the low-power network Matter devices use. It sees 9 metres across a 120-degree angle, has a light sensor, and carries an IPX3 rating, so it can go outside under cover. Eve does not publish a UK price, and the Amazon UK price moves around, so check the live figure before you buy.
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What Eve Motion is
Eve Motion turns lights and plugs on when someone walks past. Its light sensor means an automation can wait until it is dark, so a hallway light comes on at night but not at noon. In addition, Eve says it works across platforms with no subscription and no Eve cloud account. The full specification is on Eve's product page.
What it does
- Range: 9 metres across 120 degrees.
- Light sensor: with a twilight setting from 0 to 15,000 lux.
- Weather: IPX3, for indoors or outdoors under cover.
- Power: two replaceable AAA batteries.
- Size: 65 x 65 x 34mm.
Which hub Eve Motion needs
Eve says you need a compatible hub, because it runs over Thread. For Apple Home that means a Thread home hub such as a HomePod mini or an Apple TV 4K that supports Thread. Check the model, because the older Wi-Fi-only version has no Thread. For Alexa, Amazon's list of Thread border routers includes the Echo Hub and Echo Dot Max, but not the standard Echo Dot.
The limits
It detects movement, so it can lose track of someone who sits still for a long time. For a living room, therefore, a presence sensor such as the Aqara FP2 does that job better. It also needs a Thread hub, which means an extra cost if you do not already have one.
Where to buy it in the UK
Amazon UK sells it, with Amazon itself as the seller. My best smart lighting guide covers how it pairs with Hue lights, and my smart home guides gather the rest.
FAQs
How much is Eve Motion in the UK?
Eve does not list a UK price, and the Amazon UK price changes often, so check the current figure before buying. Stock last checked on 15 November 2026.
Does Eve Motion need a hub?
Yes, a Thread hub such as a HomePod mini, the Wi-Fi + Ethernet Apple TV 4K, an Echo Hub or an Echo Dot Max.
Can Eve Motion go outside?
Yes, as long as it is under cover, because it is rated IPX3.
What batteries does Eve Motion use?
Two AAA batteries, which you can replace when they run down.
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