Still, core functionality should be the same, and that's well liked by the experts that have seen the unit. It's the top rated smart smoke detector at Reviewed, the second highest rated model at Top Ten Reviews, and earns a 4 star rating from CNET. User reviews are both limited and uninspiring, though, so we think the Nest is a better bet for most, for now. One plus compared to other smart smoke detectors is that it contains both ionization and photoelectric sensors for detecting all types of fires. One minus is that while this smoke detector can be interconnected with other units to form a network, that network is hardwired. That means that installation can be a challenge unless it is part of a major remodeling job, or in new construction. Fires are always alarming, even terrifying. They kill people and ruin families with their destruction. It is critical that we enhance fire safety awareness and use firefighting equipment intelligently to minimize losses and damages. Smoke detectors are automated sentries, able to detect smoke in real time. If the density of smoke exceeds a predetermined threshold, a smart smoke detector will send information to the backend management platform and activate related devices such as alarm bells.