While smoke detectors are made to last a full decade, it's important to make sure yours is functioning properly so your home is always safe should a fire break out.

At CES 2025, Kidde fire and smoke detectors, which are among our favorites, now work with the Ring security app, and Ring's got a new monitoring plan to match.

We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Kidde P4010ACSCO-WF smoke & carbon monoxide detectors to find out if it's worth it.

A fire that started in the kitchen in the home of NBC4’s Monica Day, Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, serves as a reminder to make sure you have up to date smoke detectors with fresh batteries.

Smart smoke detectors don't yet have the ability to directly call 911, but monitoring services like those for home security connected to the unit can contact help if you need it.

While smoke detectors are made to last a full decade, it's important to make sure yours is functioning properly so your home is always safe should a fire break out.