Shelly BLU Motion ZB

What is THE Shelly BLU Motion ZB?

A compact, battery-powered motion and light sensor that detects human movement via PIR and measures ambient light with configurable thresholds to enable smart automations.

  • Dual Connectivity: Zigbee 3.0 (via hubs) and Bluetooth (via BTHome)
  • PIR motion detection with adjustable sensitivity for reliable movement detection
  • Beacon mode with continuous status updates every 30 seconds
  • Battery included with up to 5 years of life (CR2477)
  • Built-in LUX sensor with configurable brightness levels (dark, twilight, bright)
  • Configurable LED indication for optional visual feedback
  • BTHome support for integration with Shelly and compatible platforms
  • Wire-free installation with double-sided adhesive for easy wall or ceiling placement
  • AES encryption (CCM mode) for secure communication
  • Compatible with Shelly Plus, Pro, and Gen3/Gen4 devices, Zigbee 3.0 hubs, and platforms like Home Assistant, and Shelly Smart Control app

*Requires a compatible Bluetooth or Zigbee gateway for automations and app control.

Features

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Adjustable Motion Sensitivity

Fine-tune motion detection to match different spaces and reduce unwanted triggers from everyday movement.

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BT Home Integration

Connect the sensor to compatible platforms using BTHome for flexible, cross-platform smart home setups.

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Motion-Based Alerts

Receive notifications when movement is detected in selected areas, helping you stay informed in real time.

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Scene Activation

Combine the sensor with your Shelly devices to create custom scenes (gateway required).

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Scripting

Create custom automations using JavaScript to tailor system behavior to your needs (gateway required).

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Secure Communication

Keep your data protected with AES encryption (CCM mode) for reliable and private communication between devices.

Use Cases

Hallway Motion Lighting

Hallway Motion Lighting

Dark hallways and transitional spaces become easier to move through when lighting adjusts automatically to movement around the home. Place Shelly BLU Motion ZB in a hallway and combine it with Shelly smart switches or bulbs in the Shelly Smart Control app to create scenes that softly illuminate the way as someone passes through. Whether heading to the kitchen late at night or moving between rooms without disturbing others, the space stays comfortable and easy to navigate.
Entryway Awareness

Entryway Awareness

When movement is detected near entry areas in low-light conditions, your home can respond instantly. Place Shelly BLU Motion ZB near a front or back entrance and combine it with Shelly smart switches or bulbs in the Shelly Smart Control app to create scenes that react automatically. Whether arriving home late or checking activity around the house after dark, lighting and notifications help make entry spaces easier to monitor and navigate.

Garage Reminder

Garage Reminder

Movement around garages and backyard areas can easily go unnoticed after dark. Install Shelly BLU Motion ZB and combine it with Shelly smart switches, bulbs, and push notification in the Shelly Smart Control app to create automations that react when motion continues for an extended time in low-light conditions. This helps bring attention to spaces that may require a quick check before the house is closed up for the night.

Guided Night Lighting

Guided Night Lighting

Moving around your bedroom at night no longer means switching on harsh lights or searching for switches. Place the sensor on a nearby wall or bedside table to trigger soft lighting as soon as you get out of bed. Combined with Shelly smart switches or bulbs and set up in the Shelly Smart Control app, it creates a more comfortable nighttime atmosphere while keeping lighting gentle and unobtrusive.

HOW-TO GUIDES

Pairing a Shelly BLU device to a Bluetooth enabled Shelly device

How to create a low battery push notification warning for a Shelly BLU device

Caution

Installation of certain Shelly devices must be done by a qualified electrician or authorised installer.

User Interface

Inputs

  • One push button
  • Press 4 times quickly to put Shelly BLU Motion ZB into pairing mode. The LED starts flashing in blue for one minute
  • Press 5 times quickly to activate Zigbee pairing. The LED starts flashing purple for one minute.
  • Press and hold for 30 sec to factory reset. The LED will flash in red for two seconds and the device will restart.

Outputs

  • The device will broadcast every motion detection, indicating it by a red flash. This LED flash can be turned of from the Shelly app.

Specifications

Physical

Size (HxWxD):

Sensor only: 28x37x37 mm / 1.10x1.46x1.46 inch

Weight:

Sensor only: 28 g / 1.02 oz

Shell material:

Plastic

Shell color:

White

Environmental

Ambient working temperature:

-20 °C to 40 °C / -5 °F to 105 °F

Humidity:

30 % to 70 % RH

Electrical

Power supply:

1x 3 V CR2477 battery (included)

Battery life:

5 years

Sensors, meters

PIR

Yes

Light sensor

Yes

Bluetooth

Protocol:

5 (LE)

RF band:

2400 - 2483.5 MHz

Max. RF power:

< 8 dBm

Range:

Up to 10 m / 33 ft indoors and 30 m / 100 ft outdoors
(Depends on local conditions)

ZigBee

Protocol:

802.15.4

RF bands:

2405 to 2480 MHz

Max. RF power:

<8 dBm

Range:

Up to 100 m / 328 ft indoors and 300 meters / 984 ft outdoors (Depends on local conditions)

Microcontroller unit

CPU:

EFR32MG27

Flash:

768 kB

Firmware capabilities

Encryption:

AES encryption (CCM mode)

Beacon mode:

Yes

Firmware capabilities

Supported Devices

  • Shelly Plus / Gen3 / Gen4 series

  • Shelly Pro series

Download the Shelly Cloud app for Android and iOS