36 Watt Rectangular Outdoor SMART Security Light with Camera - Starfish Enabled - Tunable White - White Finish

Prioritize reliable motion alerts, clear two‑way audio, wide field of view, HDR for backlit scenes, and fast app notifications. Look for person/vehicle detection and robust night vision.

Many models deliver 1800–3000+ lumens per side. Dimming helps avoid glare and neighbor light trespass; choose fixtures with adjustable brightness and schedules.

Use zones, sensitivity controls, and person/vehicle detection. Dual‑tech (PIR + radar) helps ignore tree movement and headlights compared to PIR alone.

Mount around 8–10 ft high, angled slightly downward to capture faces and deter glare. Avoid aiming directly at streets or neighbors’ windows.

Some brands offer microSD/NVR options; others require cloud plans for history. Compare retention, monthly cost, and encryption features.

Most hardwire to 120 V on an existing light box with ground. Turn power off at the breaker, use the supplied gasket, and follow the wiring diagram.

Provide solid 2.4 GHz coverage (many also support 5 GHz). Add a Wi‑Fi access point outdoors if signal is weak; use WPA2/3 security.

Post visible notices where required, use privacy zones to mask neighboring property, and secure accounts with strong passwords and 2FA.

Check compatibility with Alexa/Google/HomeKit or platform‑agnostic standards. Verify automations like lights‑on with motion or siren triggers.

Clean lenses and PIR windows, check gaskets, update firmware, and re‑aim after storms. Replace bulbs/modules only with listed parts.