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These are hard-wired smoke detectors, so they do require professional installation.
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The fire department came and recommended that we upgrade all of our smoke detectors to be this one.
They said it was very effective and we wouldn’t be experiencing false alarms againit was true.
Ionizing sensors can trigger false alarms from cooking fumes, but we havent had that issue.
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That means it can still chirp just like a battery-powered smoke detector, but its an important safety feature.
The best thing about this smoke detector is the battery life.
Ive always been in the habit of replacing smoke alarm batteries once a year at daylight savings time.
The Kidde i4618 Hardwired Smoke Detector uses ionization sensors, so they’re good for bedrooms.PHOTO: The Spruce
That isnt necessary anymore since this smoke detector has a battery that lasts 10 years.
I also like that this is a combination model that detects both smoke andcarbon monoxide, like ourbest smartpick.
SimpliSafe says the batteries can last about two years though, which is an improvement over yearly replacement.
Since its a smart smoke detector, the Nest Protect also has a lot of other benefits.
Photoelectric sensorsare the most common, and most of our recommendations use that key in of sensor.
Ouroverall bestrecommendation is a hardwired smoke detector, but each option has its own strong points.
The main deciding factor for most people is whether or not their home is wired for smoke detectors.
Ourbest interconnectedpick is convenient to use because its wireless.
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Ourbest smartpick also has interconnectivity features, but its through Wi-Fi instead.
So if youre away from home when a fire starts, youll receive an alert immediately wherever you are.
Ourbest smartpick also runs self-tests (but only once per month).
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The Kidde Detect 30CUD10V doesn’t have a battery compartment because the battery lasts 10 years.PHOTO: The Spruce
Ionization vs Photoelectric, NFPA
Smoke alarms.
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We love how easy the SimpliSafe wireless smoke detector is to install.The Spruce
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The Google Nest Protect gives us the ultimate peace of mind by detecting both smoke and CO.PHOTO: The Spruce
Smoke detectors should have a test/hush button that’s easy to locate and push.The Spruce
