First Alert CO605 Plug-in Carbon Monoxide Alarm vs First Alert SMCO210 / SMCO210V Combo

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First Alert CO605 Plug-in Carbon Monoxide AlarmFirst Alert SMCO210 / SMCO210V Combo
TypeSmoke or CO alarmSmoke or CO alarm
AlarmCOcombo
SensorelectrochemicalPhotoelectric (smoke) and electrochemica
PowerPlug-in with battery backup10-year battery (lithium metal, not replaceable)
Standards (maker)Not listedConforms to UL 217 10th Edition Standard; Conforms to STD UL2034

First Alert CO605 Plug-in Carbon Monoxide Alarm

A plug-in carbon monoxide alarm with an electrochemical sensor, battery backup for power outages and a single test and silence button.

  • Battery backup
  • Plugs into a standard outlet
  • 85 decibel alarm
  • Needs an outlet

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