Dakota Alert MTPR-4000

Last updated: November 9, 2026

Dakota Alert MTPR-4000

A one-mile motion kit with a pocket receiver, for people who spend the day outside or in a workshop rather than by a wall chime.

  • PIR motionSensor
  • 1 mile (claimed)Wireless range
  • 1Sensors in box
  • Portable receiverAlerts
Check price at Amazon$79.99

Price checked November 7, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Portable receiver goes with you to the shop, barn or yard
  • Vibrate alert and a screen that shows which of 16 zones tripped
  • Claimed one-mile range
Cons
  • Receiver needs charging about once a week
  • No relay output or phone alerts
  • Warranty is not published for this kit

How it scores

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Specifications

Model numberMTPR-4000
Detection
Sensor typePIR motion
Detection distance100 ft
System
Wireless range1 mile (claimed)
Sensors in box1
Receivers in box1
Sensors per receiverUp to 16
Price per sensor$79.99
Alerts
Phone alerts (Wi-Fi)No
Receiver powerPortable, rechargeable
Relay or 12 V outputNo
Per-sensor alertsYes
Power and build
Sensor power9 V battery
Sensor battery lifeA year or more on one 9 V battery
Operating temperature-30 to 120°F

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