Updated November 2026
Data from the official Sonoff and SwitchBot sites.
2026 verdict
SwitchBot Motion Sensor wins the 2026 matchup against Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2, mainly on price, integrations, and range of detection.
Its clearest strengths are price, integrations, and range of detection, and it still looks stronger on its broader overall balance. Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 is still relevant if you care most about angle of detection, but SwitchBot Motion Sensor is the stronger recommendation overall. That is enough to make SwitchBot Motion Sensor the better pick for most buyers.
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| Feature | Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 | SwitchBot Motion Sensor | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $16.50 | £16.23 | SwitchBot Motion Sensor |
| Integrations | Alexa, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | SwitchBot Motion Sensor |
| Angle of Detection | 120° | 110º Horizontal / 55º Vertical | Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 |
| Range of Detection | 19.7 ft 6 m | 29.5 ft 9 m | SwitchBot Motion Sensor |
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.0 | Tie |
| Battery Life | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Connectivity | Zigbee | Bluetooth | Tie |
| Sensors | Motion, Light | Motion, Light | Tie |
| Alerts | Motion Alerts | Motion Alerts | Tie |
| Local Control | YES | YES | Tie |
$16.50
- + Angle of Detection: 120°
- - Price: $16.50 vs £16.23
- - Integrations: Alexa, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
Winner
6% OFF
£16.23
£17.18
- + Price: £16.23
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Range of Detection: 29.5 ft (9 m)
- - Angle of Detection: 110º Horizontal / 55º Vertical vs 120°
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 or SwitchBot Motion Sensor?
SwitchBot Motion Sensor has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, integrations, and range of detection.
What is the biggest difference between Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 and SwitchBot Motion Sensor?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 lists $16.50, while SwitchBot Motion Sensor lists £16.23.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 is listed at $16.50, while SwitchBot Motion Sensor is listed at £16.23. SwitchBot Motion Sensor (better spec).
Who should buy Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2?
Choose Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 if your priority is angle of detection and that matters more than price.
Who should buy SwitchBot Motion Sensor?
Choose SwitchBot Motion Sensor if your priority is price and integrations and that matters more than angle of detection.
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