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Is the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener worth it?

The Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener is worth considering with a 7.8/10 consensus score. Experts highlight makes any existing detector smart for $35 and works with any ul-certified detector brand. Best for: Existing Ring Alarm owners, Homes with functioning traditional detectors, Professional monitoring integration.

Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener — Good Value per expert consensus
Good Value
Price Range
$35
$35 listT3/T4 alarm pattern listener
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Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener

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Nicholas Miles · Editor-in-Chief & Methodology Owner

Smoke & CO

Expert consensus

How we score
07.8/1010

Expert Consensus

Updated:

Key Features

  • T3/T4 alarm pattern listener
  • Ring app integration
  • Alexa compatible
  • Professional monitoring option
  • 3-year battery

Best For

Existing Ring Alarm ownersHomes with functioning traditional detectorsProfessional monitoring integration

Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener vs. the alternatives

How the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener stacks up against other Security options on price, expert consensus, and ecosystem support.

Comparison of Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener and alternative Security products by price, expert consensus score, ecosystem support, and verdict
ProductPriceConsensusWorks WithVerdict
Ring Alarm Smoke & CO ListenerThis page$357.8/10Amazon AlexaGood Value
Google Nest Protect$1198.9/10Google HomeMust Buy
First Alert Onelink$1208.3/10Amazon AlexaRecommended
Kidde Smart Detect$69.977.6/10Good Value

The Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener ($35 list) earns a 7.8/10 expert consensus, versus the Eufy Security S330 Video Doorbell at $109.99 list (8.7/10 consensus). It works with Amazon Alexa.

What Experts Agree On

What Experts Love

  • Makes any existing detector smart for $35
  • Works with any UL-certified detector brand
  • Ring ecosystem integration with cameras and doorbells
  • Professional monitoring available with Ring Protect Pro
  • 3-year battery life

Common Criticisms

  • Requires Ring Alarm Base Station ($200 separately)
  • Cannot distinguish between alarm tests and real emergencies

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener worth it?

The Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener earns a 7.8/10 consensus score and is rated "Good Value". At $35, it is best for Existing Ring Alarm owners. It ranks among the top picks in its category.

How much does the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener cost?

The Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener is priced at $35. With a 7.8/10 score and a "Good Value" rating, that price represents fair value relative to the ~7.5/10 average for Security products. Prices shift often, so check the live figure before buying.

Who is the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener best for?

The Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener is best for Existing Ring Alarm owners, Homes with functioning traditional detectors, Professional monitoring integration. Experts rate it "Good Value" with a 7.8/10 consensus.

How does the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener compare to other Security options?

Among the Security products we have aggregated, the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener ranks above average with a 7.8/10 score. See our full category comparison for head-to-head details.

What smart home systems does the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener work with?

The Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener works with Amazon Alexa.

What are the best alternatives to the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener?

If the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener ($35, 7.8/10) is not the right fit, the closest alternatives in Security are Google Nest Protect (Battery), Kidde Smart Smoke + CO Detector. Compare them on price, ecosystem support, and expert consensus to find your match.

What are the pros and cons of the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener?

The main strengths of the Ring Alarm Smoke & CO Listener are makes any existing detector smart for $35 and works with any ul-certified detector brand. The most-cited downside is requires ring alarm base station ($200 separately). Overall, experts rate it "Good Value" with a 7.8/10 consensus score.

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Sources & Methodology

Consensus score based on available data. See how we build consensus scores.

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