Smoke alarms
We tested 12 models to see which respond fastest to smoke.
We tested 12 models to see which respond fastest to smoke.
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Good
OK
$18
Photoelectric
97dBA
Sealed lithium
Standard
10 years
10 years
10 years
10min
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Have you used this product? Share your opinion with Consumer members
Not found what you want?
We've tested 11 other smoke alarms.
Not worth buying
Pros
The claimed 10 year life was attractive
Cons
Fitted for 2 years. False alarms are starting. It will have a one-way trip to the bin.
Recommend it?
No, this product has too many drawbacks.
David H.
Used 6 months or more