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| Feature | Heiman Smart CO Alarm | X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $45.59 | £35.99 | X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm |
| Rating | 3.6 | 4.6 | X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm |
| Battery Life | 10 years | 1 year | Heiman Smart CO Alarm |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Home Assistant | Heiman Smart CO Alarm |
| Screen | NO | YES | X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm |
| Local Control | YES | Partially | Heiman Smart CO Alarm |
| Connectivity | Thread Protocol | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Sensors | CO | CO | Tie |
| Alerts | CO 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 |
- + Battery Life: 10 years
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Local Control: YES
- - Price: $45.59 vs £35.99
- - Rating: 3.6 vs 4.6
- + Price: £35.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Screen: YES
- - Battery Life: 1 year vs 10 years
- - Integrations: Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: the Heiman Smart CO Alarm or the X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm?
The X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm wins overall on price, owner rating and its LCD screen. The Heiman Smart CO Alarm still wins on smart home integrations.
What is the biggest difference between these two CO alarms?
Display versus platform reach. The X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm has an LCD screen showing the live CO level, while the Heiman Smart CO Alarm has no screen but connects to far more smart home platforms through Matter over Thread.
Does the X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm work with Apple HomeKit or Alexa?
No, it has no smart home platform integrations and connects only to its own app over WiFi. The Heiman Smart CO Alarm reaches Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant.
Do both detect the same hazard?
Yes, both are dedicated carbon monoxide alarms with no smoke sensor, so neither replaces a smoke detector on its own.
Who should buy the X-Sense Wi-Fi Carbon Monoxide Alarm?
Buyers who want a standalone CO monitor with a readable live display and don't need it tied into a broader smart home ecosystem.
Who should buy the Heiman Smart CO Alarm?
Households already building a Matter or Thread-based smart home who want carbon monoxide alerts routed into Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit or Samsung SmartThings.
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