Updated November 2026
Data from the official First Alert and Zooz sites.
2026 verdict
Between Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator and First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve, Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, rating, and integrations.
Its clearest strengths are price, rating, and integrations, and it still looks stronger on its broader overall balance. Choose First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve only if warranty and connectivity matter more to you than the broader advantage from Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator. That is why the final call still favors Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator.
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| Feature | First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve | Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $284.60 | $199.95 | Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year | First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Z-Wave | First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve |
| Integrations | None | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator |
| Valve & Installation | Valve Exercise | Valve Exercise | Tie |
| Leak Protection | Wired Leak Sensor, Freeze Alerts | Offline Auto Shutoff, Wired Leak Sensor, Freeze Alerts | Tie |
$284.60
- + Warranty: 5 years
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
- - Price: $284.60 vs $199.95
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
Winner
$199.95
- + Price: $199.95
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 5 years
- - Connectivity: Z-Wave vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve or Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator?
Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve and Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator?
Price is one of the clearest differences: First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve lists $284.60, while Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator lists $199.95.
Which one looks better on price?
First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve is listed at $284.60, while Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator is listed at $199.95. Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator (better spec).
Who should buy First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve?
Choose First Alert L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve if your priority is warranty and connectivity and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator?
Choose Zooz ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.
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