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BRK Battery-operated Ionization Smoke detector

Ratings & Reviews for First Alert BRK Battery-operated Ionization Smoke detector

4.6
1726
Review
 4.6 out of 5
1726 Reviews


93% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The smoke detectors are generally easy to install and replace, with many customers finding the process straightforward and quick. They are praised for their reliability, with several customers using the same model for years without issues. Many reviewers highlight the importance of regular replacement, typically every 10 years, to ensure optimal safety. While a few customers experienced false alarms or sensitivity issues, the majority of reviews are positive, with customers describing the detectors as a great value, especially when purchased in multi-packs. Overall, the smoke detectors seem to be a dependable and user-friendly option for home safety.

Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.
1726 Customer Reviews

Recommended replacement after 10 years?

Would Recommend

When your old smoke alarm starts beeping it needs new batteries or replacement of the unit. The new units seem to work fine

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Reliable

Would Recommend

Easy to install, reliable, great price

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Bad smokes

Three of the five smoke detectors were defective. I worked about ten hours trying to find what was going on with something that should have taken less than an hour!

January 11, 2026
From BRK Hardwired (with Battery Back-Up) Ionization Smoke detector Verified Purchaser
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Response from FirstAlertProductExpert

Hi Woodychuck, thank you for your review of the BRK Hardwired (with Battery Back-up) Ionization Smoke Detector. We are sorry to hear about this and w...

FirstAlertProductExpertJanuary 12, 2026

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very good BRK Hardwired (with Battery Back-up).

Would Recommend

Very good product.

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Works great

Would Recommend

it was exactly what I needed for an affordable price

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Smoke detectors save lives!

Would Recommend

I have had these before and reliable, easy to install and effective.

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Perfect product

Would Recommend

We love the white color of the alarms and how easy they were to install!

December 30, 2025
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Great visit.

Found what I needed and staff was helpful.

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Recommended by Lee Co.

Would Recommend

Replaced our old smoke detectors perfectly!

December 24, 2025
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Recommended by Lee Co.

Would Recommend

Replaced our old smoke detectors perfectly!

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I like shopping at Lowe's

I found what I was looking for and I didn't have a problem with it

December 17, 2025
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Our smoke detectors didn't!

Would Recommend

I replaced all five detectors in the house. They're all interconnected and all were non-functional. I expected difficulty with the base or electrical connector. They are designed to fit any older base's screw pattern. I disconnected the power cable connector, then loosened the screws on the old bases just enough to remove the old bases, then put the new bases on the screws, tightened them snug, plugged in the new smoke detectors, and screwed them onto the base. No wiring as the connectors matche...

December 15, 2025
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Cannot cook

Would Not Recommend

It goes off every day when someone cooks.

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Response from FirstAlertProductExpert

Hi Godisney, thank you for bringing this to our attention. If a smoke alarm sounds while you're cooking, and you've confirmed there is no dan...

FirstAlertProductExpertDecember 16, 2025

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