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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for battery smoke detectors.

Smoke detectors are a great way to keep your family safe. But if you have a large home, they can be expensive and time-consuming to install. That's why some people choose battery smoke detectors. They're cheaper than their plug-in counterparts and require no wiring. Here are some of our top picks for battery-powered smoke detectors.

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  1. First Alert - Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm - Works with Ring - White - Front_Zoom
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    "Attached to my SmartThings network quickly. Works well. Battery life not the best but if you change your batteries for Daylight Savings they should be fine...Easy to setup and battery life is pretty good for just two batteries"

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    First Alert ZCOMBO is a state-of-the-art wireless combination smoke and CO alarm designed to provide early warning of a fire or CO. It features a fully insect screened Photoelectric smoke sensing chamber and an electrochemical carbon monoxide sensor, an 85dB horn, a supervised 3V (2 AA batteries) power supply, utilizes one test button to setup, test and silence. This combination alarm will operate with 3rd party, certified Z-Wave devices enabled with the First Alert protocol and the basic command class required by all Z-Wave devices. First Alert ZCOMBO also includes the Smart Start feature which allows a faster and more intuitive connection of device to hub and on-boarding via use of QR code scan located on device. By the requirements of the Device Class spec, this command class does not have to be mapped to any particular functionality for this device. The alarm supports one association group with up to 1 node and sends its alarms to that group. The alarm supports configuration parameter #1, which has a size of 1, a default value of 0, and when set to 1 causes the device to send double alarm messages. Upon the detection of smoke or CO conditions, the alarm reports smoke and or CO detected to the controller. The device shall send the applicable message when the conditions are cleared. These notifications must be wrapped in the Supervision CC. The following notifications must be supported. The alarm sends a “Heartbeat” signal to hub periodically to confirm operability. It also features tamper resistant locking pins that lock alarm to the mounting bracket and battery drawer to prevent removal of battery or alarm. Designed for wall or ceiling mounting. Includes mounting anchors and screws.
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    "Attached to my SmartThings network quickly. Works well. Battery life not the best but if you change your batteries for Daylight Savings they should be fine...Easy to setup and battery life is pretty good for just two batteries"

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    First Alert ZCOMBO is a state-of-the-art wireless combination smoke and CO alarm designed to provide early warning of a fire or CO. It features a fully insect screened Photoelectric smoke sensing chamber and an electrochemical carbon monoxide sensor, an 85dB horn, a supervised 3V (2 AA batteries) power supply, utilizes one test button to setup, test and silence. This combination alarm will operate with 3rd party, certified Z-Wave devices enabled with the First Alert protocol and the basic command class required by all Z-Wave devices. First Alert ZCOMBO also includes the Smart Start feature which allows a faster and more intuitive connection of device to hub and on-boarding via use of QR code scan located on device. By the requirements of the Device Class spec, this command class does not have to be mapped to any particular functionality for this device. The alarm supports one association group with up to 1 node and sends its alarms to that group. The alarm supports configuration parameter #1, which has a size of 1, a default value of 0, and when set to 1 causes the device to send double alarm messages. Upon the detection of smoke or CO conditions, the alarm reports smoke and or CO detected to the controller. The device shall send the applicable message when the conditions are cleared. These notifications must be wrapped in the Supervision CC. The following notifications must be supported. The alarm sends a “Heartbeat” signal to hub periodically to confirm operability. It also features tamper resistant locking pins that lock alarm to the mounting bracket and battery drawer to prevent removal of battery or alarm. Designed for wall or ceiling mounting. Includes mounting anchors and screws.
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  2. Ring - Alarm Smoke & CO Listener (1-Pack) - Front_Zoom

    Model: 4SS1S8-0EN0
    SKU: 6323411
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    "Great for not having to replace smoke detectors...Great add on to connect my non ring smoke detectors to the complete ring package...Not a smoke detector...It only listens for your smoke detector."

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    Always hear your existing smoke and CO alarms loud and clear. Simply connect the Alarm Smoke and CO Listener to your Ring Alarm Security Kit (sold separately) and place it near your existing smoke or CO alarms. You’ll get real-time mobile notifications whenever it hears sirens from existing smoke or CO alarms in your home. *This device does not detect fire, smoke or carbon monoxide and is intended to work with UL listed smoke and CO alarms that are 10 years old or less.
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    "Great for not having to replace smoke detectors...Great add on to connect my non ring smoke detectors to the complete ring package...Not a smoke detector...It only listens for your smoke detector."

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    Always hear your existing smoke and CO alarms loud and clear. Simply connect the Alarm Smoke and CO Listener to your Ring Alarm Security Kit (sold separately) and place it near your existing smoke or CO alarms. You’ll get real-time mobile notifications whenever it hears sirens from existing smoke or CO alarms in your home. *This device does not detect fire, smoke or carbon monoxide and is intended to work with UL listed smoke and CO alarms that are 10 years old or less.
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  3. First Alert - Basic Smoke Alarm - Front_Zoom

    Model: 1039796
    SKU: 6315924
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    "Best smoke detector...Reset/silence button is very convenient, doesn't have to remove the batteries to silence the unit. It is cost effective smoke detector...It was simple to put batteries in and hang where my previews smoke detector was. "

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    Safeguard what's important to you with this First Alert basic smoke alarm. It's battery-powered, so no complicated wiring is required, and it has a mute button for fast silencing of false alarms and easy battery testing. The EZ-Access battery door on this First Alert basic smoke alarm allows hassle-free maintenance.
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    "Best smoke detector...Reset/silence button is very convenient, doesn't have to remove the batteries to silence the unit. It is cost effective smoke detector...It was simple to put batteries in and hang where my previews smoke detector was. "

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    Safeguard what's important to you with this First Alert basic smoke alarm. It's battery-powered, so no complicated wiring is required, and it has a mute button for fast silencing of false alarms and easy battery testing. The EZ-Access battery door on this First Alert basic smoke alarm allows hassle-free maintenance.
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  4. Google - Nest Protect 2nd Generation (Battery) Smart Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm - White - Angle_Zoom
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    "Battery life...Tho not a bunny, the battery, just keeps going!...I like knowing that my smoke detectors are working properly (thru the app) and it has a 10 year battery life."

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    Nest Protect Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm - 2nd Generation (Battery): Nest Protect reliably detects and alerts you to the presence of smoke or carbon monoxide in your home. The alarm speaks to you in a calm, clear, human voice, telling you the location of the danger. It also provides smartphone alerts and battery status updates to help protect your home.
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    "Battery life...Tho not a bunny, the battery, just keeps going!...I like knowing that my smoke detectors are working properly (thru the app) and it has a 10 year battery life."

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    Nest Protect Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm - 2nd Generation (Battery): Nest Protect reliably detects and alerts you to the presence of smoke or carbon monoxide in your home. The alarm speaks to you in a calm, clear, human voice, telling you the location of the danger. It also provides smartphone alerts and battery status updates to help protect your home.
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  5. First Alert - Smoke Alarm with Escape Light - Front_Zoom
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    "Smoke detectors...Amazing smoke detectors with lights very economical perfect for what I needed I bought two of them...Just a great product. No more dead battery alarms in the middle of the night - has a 10 year battery. "

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    Guide your loved ones safely out of harm's way with this First Alert Escape Light smoke and fire alarm. Onboard illumination shows the path out if the worst happens, and an ionization sensor picks up the earliest signs of flames. The easy-access door on this First Alert Escape Light smoke and fire alarm makes maintenance easy.
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    "Smoke detectors...Amazing smoke detectors with lights very economical perfect for what I needed I bought two of them...Just a great product. No more dead battery alarms in the middle of the night - has a 10 year battery. "

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    Product Description

    Guide your loved ones safely out of harm's way with this First Alert Escape Light smoke and fire alarm. Onboard illumination shows the path out if the worst happens, and an ionization sensor picks up the earliest signs of flames. The easy-access door on this First Alert Escape Light smoke and fire alarm makes maintenance easy.
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  6. First Alert - Dual-Sensor Smoke and Fire Alarm - Front_Zoom
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    "Smoke & fire detector...It runs on AA batteries instead of the 9 volt batteries so many smoke detectors use. ...Good fire/smoke detector - Easy install...Needed to replace old smoke/fire detector and found this to be highly rated and easy to install and change batteries."

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    Stay safe with this First Alert smoke and fire alarm. It uses ionization and photoelectric sensors to detect different types of fires, and its smart sensor can distinguish between real fires and false alarms to keep nuisance alerts to a minimum. This First Alert smoke and fire alarm has a low battery light to show when it's time for maintenance.
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    "Smoke & fire detector...It runs on AA batteries instead of the 9 volt batteries so many smoke detectors use. ...Good fire/smoke detector - Easy install...Needed to replace old smoke/fire detector and found this to be highly rated and easy to install and change batteries."

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    Stay safe with this First Alert smoke and fire alarm. It uses ionization and photoelectric sensors to detect different types of fires, and its smart sensor can distinguish between real fires and false alarms to keep nuisance alerts to a minimum. This First Alert smoke and fire alarm has a low battery light to show when it's time for maintenance.
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  7. Google - Nest Protect 2nd Generation Smart Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Wired Alarm - White - Angle_Zoom
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    "Best Fire Detector...This is the best smoke detector on the market! I have three of them and love how they monitor battery life, sound and update you through the app....Battery life...Tho not a bunny, the battery, just keeps going!"

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    Nest Protect reliably detects and alerts you to the presence of smoke or carbon monoxide in your home. The alarm speaks to you in a calm, clear, human voice, telling you the location of the danger. It also provides smartphone alerts and battery status updates to help protect your home. This hardwired version is suitable for homes with existing hardwired smoke or CO detectors.
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    "Best Fire Detector...This is the best smoke detector on the market! I have three of them and love how they monitor battery life, sound and update you through the app....Battery life...Tho not a bunny, the battery, just keeps going!"

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    Product Description

    Nest Protect reliably detects and alerts you to the presence of smoke or carbon monoxide in your home. The alarm speaks to you in a calm, clear, human voice, telling you the location of the danger. It also provides smartphone alerts and battery status updates to help protect your home. This hardwired version is suitable for homes with existing hardwired smoke or CO detectors.
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  8. Airthings - Wave  Plus Smart Indoor Air Quality Monitor with Radon Detection - Matte White - Front_Zoom
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    "Installation of the AirThings Wave Plus is easy, just download the Airthings Wave App from the App Store or Google Play Store and pull the battery tabs off of the included Pro Cell Batteries to get going. ...Bluetooth ready, app (ios/android), Window browser compatible (Chrome Preferred), and stand-alone visual usage as well as Portable! comes with 2xAA Batteries.. Excellent Design, magnetic cover over battery compartment allows easy access. "

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    We spend 90% of our time indoors where the air is often 2 to 5 times worse than the air outside. Continuous monitoring of indoor air quality is key for minimizing negative health effects, preventing illness and increasing productivity, energy and good health. Airthings, air quality specialists and experts in radon, created the Airthings Wave Plus as the first smart air quality monitor with radon detection. Wave Plus has since won multiple awards for consumer electronics and innovation and was among the 2019 TIME Magazine inventions of the year. It is the perfect solution for homeowners to gain full visibility into six indoor air factors; radon, carbon dioxide (CO2), airborne chemicals (TVOCs), humidity, temperature and air pressure. Airthings Wave Plus includes a free app to connect to your smartphone (iOS/Android) via Bluetooth and an online dashboard with advanced analytics. Battery operated allowing you to install anywhere, with 16 months battery life. Please allow for a 7-Day settling period for the sensors to adjust to their new environment. By monitoring daily and continuously, you can avoid radon side effects, get the best indoor humidity level, low voc levels and low carbon dioxide levels. Made to the best indoor air quality standards, Airthings Wave Plus is essential in every home.
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    "Installation of the AirThings Wave Plus is easy, just download the Airthings Wave App from the App Store or Google Play Store and pull the battery tabs off of the included Pro Cell Batteries to get going. ...Bluetooth ready, app (ios/android), Window browser compatible (Chrome Preferred), and stand-alone visual usage as well as Portable! comes with 2xAA Batteries.. Excellent Design, magnetic cover over battery compartment allows easy access. "

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    Product Description

    We spend 90% of our time indoors where the air is often 2 to 5 times worse than the air outside. Continuous monitoring of indoor air quality is key for minimizing negative health effects, preventing illness and increasing productivity, energy and good health. Airthings, air quality specialists and experts in radon, created the Airthings Wave Plus as the first smart air quality monitor with radon detection. Wave Plus has since won multiple awards for consumer electronics and innovation and was among the 2019 TIME Magazine inventions of the year. It is the perfect solution for homeowners to gain full visibility into six indoor air factors; radon, carbon dioxide (CO2), airborne chemicals (TVOCs), humidity, temperature and air pressure. Airthings Wave Plus includes a free app to connect to your smartphone (iOS/Android) via Bluetooth and an online dashboard with advanced analytics. Battery operated allowing you to install anywhere, with 16 months battery life. Please allow for a 7-Day settling period for the sensors to adjust to their new environment. By monitoring daily and continuously, you can avoid radon side effects, get the best indoor humidity level, low voc levels and low carbon dioxide levels. Made to the best indoor air quality standards, Airthings Wave Plus is essential in every home.
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  9. First Alert - Ionization Smoke Sensor with Alarm - White - Angle_Zoom
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    "Smoke detector...I think this is a good smoke sensor and woth the price....Always buy First Alert and never have a problem. Batteries included and easy to set-up"

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    Get alerted sooner to fire dangers with this First Alert smoke alarm. It can run for up to 10 years without a battery change, ensuring reliable use, and its ionization sensor provides steady monitoring for your home. This First Alert smoke alarm has a mute button so you can silence it quickly after accidental activations.
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    "Smoke detector...I think this is a good smoke sensor and woth the price....Always buy First Alert and never have a problem. Batteries included and easy to set-up"

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    Get alerted sooner to fire dangers with this First Alert smoke alarm. It can run for up to 10 years without a battery change, ensuring reliable use, and its ionization sensor provides steady monitoring for your home. This First Alert smoke alarm has a mute button so you can silence it quickly after accidental activations.
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  10. Airthings - Wave Smart Radon Detector with Free App, Temp and Humidity Monitor, Battery Operated, No Lab Fees. - Matte White and Silver - Front_Zoom
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    "The Airwave's radon detector is AMAZING. First, the ease of install is the best we have seen. ...I bought the airthings Wave 2 years ago to do a radon study of the house I was buying. After 2 years the batteries died and when I replace them it wouldn't come back on. "

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    The Airthings Wave 2nd Generation is a smart radon detector providing accurate continuous and long-term results straight to your smartphone. Replacing single-use radon test kits, this digital radon monitor shows daily, weekly, monthly and yearly measurements in the free mobile app. Use the data to protect your home and loved ones from the dangers of radon gas and make sure radon levels stay low. It is battery powered, meaning no AC outlet is required and it can be placed anywhere in the home. The Airthings Wave includes an additional humidity sensor and temperature sensor, allowing you to improve indoor air quality overall. Monitor to ensure healthy indoor humidity levels and a comfortable temperature. Detailed analytics are available in the Airthings app and Web Dashboard or simply wave in front of the device to receive a color-coded visual indicator of the overall air quality; Green (Low), Yellow (Warning), Red (Danger). The radon monitor is also smart home enabled and works with Alexa, Google Assistant and IFTTT (if this then that). The Airthings Wave 2nd generation has the same sensors as the 1st generation, but it includes Smartlink functionality that allows the device to connect to the Airthings Hub.
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    "The Airwave's radon detector is AMAZING. First, the ease of install is the best we have seen. ...I bought the airthings Wave 2 years ago to do a radon study of the house I was buying. After 2 years the batteries died and when I replace them it wouldn't come back on. "

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    The Airthings Wave 2nd Generation is a smart radon detector providing accurate continuous and long-term results straight to your smartphone. Replacing single-use radon test kits, this digital radon monitor shows daily, weekly, monthly and yearly measurements in the free mobile app. Use the data to protect your home and loved ones from the dangers of radon gas and make sure radon levels stay low. It is battery powered, meaning no AC outlet is required and it can be placed anywhere in the home. The Airthings Wave includes an additional humidity sensor and temperature sensor, allowing you to improve indoor air quality overall. Monitor to ensure healthy indoor humidity levels and a comfortable temperature. Detailed analytics are available in the Airthings app and Web Dashboard or simply wave in front of the device to receive a color-coded visual indicator of the overall air quality; Green (Low), Yellow (Warning), Red (Danger). The radon monitor is also smart home enabled and works with Alexa, Google Assistant and IFTTT (if this then that). The Airthings Wave 2nd generation has the same sensors as the 1st generation, but it includes Smartlink functionality that allows the device to connect to the Airthings Hub.
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