| Feature | Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm | Heiman Smart CO Alarm | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £16.14 | $59.99 | Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm |
| Rating | 4.5 | 3.8 | Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm |
| Integrations | Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Heiman Smart CO Alarm |
| Battery Life | 10 years | 10 years | Tie |
| Connectivity | Zigbee | Thread Protocol | Tie |
| Screen | NO | NO | Tie |
| Sensors | Smoke | CO | Tie |
| Alerts | Fire Alerts, Low Battery Alerts | CO Alerts, Low Battery Alerts | Tie |
| Built-in Siren | YES | YES | Tie |
| Built-in Light | YES | YES | Tie |
| Tests Itself | NO | NO | Tie |
| Pathlight | NO | NO | Tie |
- + Price: £16.14
- + Rating: 4.5
- - Integrations: Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Price: $59.99 vs £16.14
- - Rating: 3.8 vs 4.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: the Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm or the Heiman Smart CO Alarm?
The Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm wins overall on price and owner rating. The Heiman Smart CO Alarm still wins on smart home integrations, and the two detect different hazards entirely.
What is the biggest difference between these two Heiman alarms?
Hazard type. The Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm detects smoke only, while the Heiman Smart CO Alarm detects carbon monoxide only, despite both coming from the same brand.
Do both alarms need a hub to connect to a smart home?
Yes, in different ways. The Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm needs a Zigbee hub such as Home Assistant or Samsung SmartThings, while the Heiman Smart CO Alarm needs a Thread Border Router for its Matter-based integrations.
Which one connects to more smart home platforms?
The Heiman Smart CO Alarm, through Matter over Thread, reaches Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant. The Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm connects over Zigbee to Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant.
Who should buy the Heiman HS1SA Series Smoke Alarm?
Buyers who want a compact, budget-friendly smoke alarm for a bedroom, hallway or campervan, easily mounted with screws or the included adhesive pad.
Who should buy the Heiman Smart CO Alarm?
Households monitoring a gas boiler, fireplace or attached garage for carbon monoxide who want broad Matter compatibility across Google, Alexa and Apple ecosystems.
