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BRK Hardwired (with Battery Back-Up) Ionization Smoke detector

Ratings & Reviews for First Alert BRK Hardwired (with Battery Back-Up) Ionization Smoke detector

4.6
1735
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 4.6 out of 5
1736 Reviews


93% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The smoke detectors are generally reliable and sensitive, quickly detecting smoke and triggering the alarm as intended. Many customers find the installation process straightforward, with the detectors easily replacing existing wiring. However, some users have experienced issues with false alarms or difficulty replacing the batteries. While the majority of customers are satisfied with the product's performance and value, a few recommend considering alternative brands.

Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.
1736 Customer Reviews

Be prepared for wiring work (have new wire nuts)

Would Recommend

I was replacing a 20 year old detector and BRK customer support said this was the new model number to fit properly, advising I would only need to replace with included bracket; the old wiring plug would fit right in to the new model...they were incorrect. I had to disconnect the wires coming from the ceiling and reconnect the new wires/plug (also included). Minor setback but BRK should provide accurate information.

February 9, 2026
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Replacement.

Would Recommend

Ten year replacement, finished in fifteen minutes, quick and easy, I did however end up with five unused trim rings and pigtails.

February 5, 2026
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smoke alarm

Easy installation

January 29, 2026
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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
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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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