Replacing indoor lighting motion sensor with a remote control

Beeblebr0x

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82165804#Comment_82165804

I'm sure my Winter Fuel Allowance will cover the cost of a battery ;--)

grumpy_codger

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82165848#Comment_82165848

It's a delusion. The allowance has nothing to do with the battery and can cover many other more useful things.

Not to mention that the battery needs replacing once in a while and the failure is impossible to predict.

You were given a link to £30 self powered kit that doesn't need batteries at all - and I see cheaper alternatives, e.g. for £20 at the same Amason.

Beeblebr0x

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82165870#Comment_82165870

Yes, and it's a solution that I haven't ruled out, so thank you again for your suggestion.

grumpy_codger

Thinkbee Kinetic Wireless Light Switch Kit with Receiver, No Battery, 200 m | 1 self-powered switch + 1 receiver for 1 light; no battery; no new switch wiring; 10A MAX, AC 110-230V; no Wi-Fi/app : Amazon.co.uk

Beeblebr0x

^ Thank you for the link; no batteries will be a win. I'll have to remove the PIR and locate the receiver behind a GU10-size cover plate as I don't have a wall-mounted switch in the utility room.