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6 star rating following nearly 6,000 reviews at Amazon. While there are other smart smoke detectors available, none that we spotted have received the positive feedback that we saw for the Nest Protect. For example, the First Alert OneLink Est. $110 looks to directly compete with the Nest, but both expert and user reviews are underwhelming. Among other issues, both CNET and Wirecutter note shortcomings in the connected features, including slow response times pushing notifications to the iOS only app and for the app to silence a nuisance alarm. Reviewers hold hope that software improvements will eventually make the OneLink a contender, but for now, as Wirecutter notes, "many of the Onelink's features are just pale imitations of the Protect's offerings. "We also saw a little expert buzz around the Halo Smart Smoke and CO Alarm Est. $130, a hardwired smart smoke and CO detector. Most actually review the Halo +, a model that adds weather alerts, and $20, to the regular Halo, but that model is not currently available. Still, core functionality should be the same, and that's well liked by the experts that have seen the unit. It's the top rated smart smoke detector at Reviewed, the second highest rated model at Top Ten Reviews, and earns a 4 star rating from CNET.

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01.14.2007 | 34 Comments

We’re looking for an economical, DIY security system with a loud alarm/siren to alert us when were sleeping And to alert us if there is an intruder when we’re not home. We’d love your input/ recommendations!Would also love your thoughts/advice on self monitoring vs using a security company to monitor. Many thanks!KelliHi Kelli, You’re very welcome and thanks for reading!There are a bunch of different companies that have sirens I recommend SimpliSafe. However, if you self monitor with SimpliSafe, you won’t be able to control your system remotely, livestream footage, or receive notifications. 24/7 professional monitoring would be better for a family where all adults work full time and wouldn’t have time to contact emergency services if an alarm goes off. However, if you have someone that stays at home, self monitoring should be fine.

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01.14.2007 | 16 Comments

This technology also reduces false alarms by sensing real danger. Not all fires are alike. Some fires, like kitchen fires create fast flames and are detected best by the ionization technology. Other fires like cigarettes can smolder in a couch for several hours before erupting into flames. In these cases, residents can die from smoke inhalation before flames ever break out. The photoelectric sensor does the best job in detecting smoldering fires. The First Alert SA320CN Double Battery Powered smoke detector has a loud alarm so it can be heard throughout the house and responded to quickly. Rest at ease, and have the peace of mind that your home is protected with the First Alert SA320CN Double Battery Powered smoke detector. It comes with a 10 year warranty. The First Alert operates with AA batteries and should be checked twice a year for battery life. Both Ionized and Photo Electric smoke sensorsDetects smoke from both smoldering and flaming firesLoud alarm to rapid responseSensors that detect non fires to reduce false alarms10 Year limited warranty– Anthony Dawson View on Amazon See also onAmazon.