2024 the best smoke detector review
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Featuring a low-profile, contemporary design, the First Alert PR710 Slim Photoelectric Smoke Alarm with 10-Year Battery provides the same protection as a standard smoke alarm while taking up only a fraction of the space. This slim, battery-operated smoke alarm requires no hardwiring for installation, making it an ideal solution for those who want to enhance fire safety without hiring an electrician. It features a built-in 10-year lithium-ion battery that provides continuous power for up to a decade. Equipped with an ultra-reliable photoelectric sensor, the smoke alarm detects smoke from slow-burning, smoldering fires while keeping false alarms to a minimum. A patented smoke entry system further enhances the detector's reliability by providing a direct path to the smoke sensor. The simple twist-lock mounting system installs easily onto a wall or ceiling, while the tamper-resistant locks help prevent removal of the battery to keep the alarm secure. Half as thick as a standard alarm, the smoke detector has a sleek, slim design that blends in seamlessly with most decor. A loud 85-decibel alarm sounds when smoke is detected, and a convenient test/silence button lets you easily check alarm function and mute false alarms.
Complies with all current 10-year legislation in U.S. states/cities where required
Slim shape is half as thick as a standard smoke alarm; easy twist-lock mounting system and tamper-resistant design
Equipped with photoelectric smoke sensor optimized to detect larger smoke particles produced by smoldering fires; helps minimize the number of false alarms
Patented smoke entry system allows for a direct path to the sensor
Features loud 85-decibel alarm and single test/silence button
First Alert has been the most trusted brand in home safety since launching the first residential smoke alarm in 1958 (Based on a First Alert Brand Trust Survey in February 2018)
First Alert warranty extends ten years from the date of purchase with proof of the original sales receipt and the product should be free from defect in material and workmanship
Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: One is faulty
Review: Just purchased these and one appears to be faulty. It kept going off however it was a false alarm. Fire dept had to come to remove it for us. Can we exchange it?
Reviewer: N Marsack
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Fit the old one.
Review: I hope this one lasts longer than 3 years. It was nice to replace it and have the backing mount still fit. Easy installation
Reviewer: Brian
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
Title: 3 of my 3 units were defective.
Review: I'm disappointed in this model of smoke detector. My brother is a firefighter and insisted I get a smoke detector for every floor of my home, and said that if I bought one with a sealed battery I would be able to set it and forget it for about 10 years. I begrudgingly spent money that had been gifted to me on these for safety rather than something fun, and I at least felt secure. Until the upstairs unit started firing off at nighttime. This must have happened 5 or 6 times, jolting me from sleep in a panic, before I disabled the unit. My brother said I should use canned air to spray through it in case something was setting it off but that didn't help. Now, less than a year after the purchase of these 3 units, I've got my basement one giving a low battery chirp every 30 seconds or so. This was supposed to last for *years*. So far the only one that hasn't shown some sign of being defective is on the ground floor, so I didn't bottom out all my star ratings but 2 out of 3 is a pretty horrible rate of defects.Update 10 June 2020: I was just woken at 6:15am to the upstairs alarm misfiring just like the first faulty one did. It looks like I'll have to replace this one too. The good news is these units are loud as hell. The bad news is whatever they don't like about my home seems to be a common issue and not a simple bug with only one of the three I originally bought. It's really disconcerting to wake up and rush through your house looking for the source of a fire you expect to end life as you know it only to realize it's just another defective smoke detector. Dropping my review to one star. 3 out of 3 units malfunctioning is a real drag, especially given that the product description brags of how its unique design cuts down on false alarms. I've filled the house with smoke cooking and the device never made a peep, but we get all 85 decibels at random while trying to sleep.
Reviewer: Keith Rawson
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I like it
Review: battery is good for 10 years.
Reviewer: ProfX
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Donât last long. But warranty covers it.
Review: I purchased 2 a year ago and 1 unfortunately didnât last long just NOW and started the beeping thing and there is no smoke or anything on. Alil sad and disappointed. BUT I did call the company and it has a 10year warranty and just received a brand new one!
Reviewer: Matthew Russillo
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I love the design of this thing.
Review: I bought these to replace these cheap and old ionization alarms the house had when we moved in. Iâm not sure why but I just love the slim design of this thing. Laugh at me all you want, but some smoke alarms are eye sores, this one isnât. It was also pretty easy to mount and test. Furthermore, since these are photoelectric alarms, I hopefully shouldnât die because someone left a lit cigarette on their bed. If you need non hard wired smoke alarms in your house, definitely go with these since they arenât overpriced, have a nice look to them, and have the better smoke detection technology. My only criticism is that I tested the battery that it came with and it didnât have as much charge as it probably should have. So the alarm will likely start chirping way sooner than you would expect. In fact, I bought one of these over the summer to replace a broken one in my parentâs room, and they said it started chirping maybe four months later, so definitely have some 9 volt batteries on hand.P.S. Definitely buy the alarm that takes the 9 volt battery (PR700) over the lithium 10-year battery (PR710) since everybody says it never lasts 10 years. Better off changing the battery than being forced to toss the alarm 5 years early.
Reviewer: Ryan Richmond
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Slim profile
Review: Great product from speedy seller
Reviewer: dave4lolad
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A known quality product
Review: When an old smoke alarm died we added this First Alert Slim Photoelectric Smoke Alarm with 10-Year Sealed Battery, PR710, White to our other newer models...all known quality alarms.
Reviewer: Grammabub
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Well made and sturdy. Like the instructions on outer cover for use. Tested and works. Would recommend. Best one for a senior; donât have to be changing batteries all the time.
Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: It was easy to install and activate. Shipping was fast as well.
Reviewer: karo
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I need bill for my account , the bill is 493.46$, but I found that you charge me is 566.28 $.you charge me is 566.28$, why did not give me the bill is 566.28$.It cause my account does not balance.I need you give me the bill is really what you charge.
Reviewer: Catherine Hirou
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: The support ring is of different size than my old detector with 9v battery. Had to make a new hole for attaching. Very simple.
Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Bought this in January 2024. I was looking up something up on the BRK website and then realized that I could register my device. It was then that I realized that the manufacturer date was May 2017. While the warranty is good for 10 years, which was why I purchased it, it will likely expire in only 3 years after purchase. Not sure if they will accept the 10 years from purchase date. You need to sell off your inventory sooner than you are!
Customers say
Customers like the ease of installation and design of the product. They mention it offers the perfect combination of ease of use, reliability, and safety. However, some customers have reported issues with reliability, battery life, and alarm frequency. They also differ on functionality and value for money.
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