First Alert/BRK 9120B / SC-9120B Hardwired vs First Alert SMCO210 / SMCO210V Combo

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

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First Alert 9120BFirst Alert SMCO210 / SMCO210V Combo
TypeSmoke or CO alarmSmoke or CO alarm
Alarmsmokecombo
SensorionizationPhotoelectric (smoke) and electrochemica
PowerHardwired 120-volt with 9V battery backup10-year battery (lithium metal, not replaceable)
InterconnectwiredNot listed
Standards (maker)Not listedConforms to UL 217 10th Edition Standard; Conforms to STD UL2034

First Alert/BRK 9120B / SC-9120B Hardwired

An older hardwired ionization smoke alarm with 9V battery backup.

  • Interconnects with up to 12 other First Alert or BRK hardwired smoke detectors and 6 other compatible devices
  • 9V battery included
  • Ionization sensing only

First Alert SMCO210 / SMCO210V Combo

A battery-powered smoke and carbon monoxide combo alarm with a sealed 10-year lithium battery.

  • Sealed 10-year battery, no battery swaps
  • UL 217 10th edition and UL 2034
  • Slim profile