The new SimpliSafe Smoke & Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm Listener is designed to integrate your existing smoke and CO detectors with the company’s connected system and 24/7 professional monitoring for fire and carbon monoxide hazards.
The Alarm Listener works with existing detectors to trigger the SimpliSafe System when there’s smoke or CO danger. This, says SimpliSafe, provides an added layer of protection and, when paired with professional monitoring, enables a rapid emergency. It requires a SimpliSafe Gen 3 Home Security System (base station and keypad), UL-certified residential smoke and/or CO detector, and a professional monitoring plan for emergency dispatch.
The SimpliSafe Smoke & CO Alarm Listener is equipped with a microphone that listens for the distinct sound patterns of smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors in your home. When it detects an alarm, it identifies the type of threat and signals the SimpliSafe Base Station. This allows SimpliSafe to send you a notification and enables the professional monitoring agents to initiate an emergency response.
While those who are looking for a new smoke and CO detector can consider SimpliSafe Smoke & CO detectors, this solution is designed for those who already have smoke and CO detectors in the home that they do not, or cannot, replace, like in a rental unit or hard-wired device. The Alarm Listener recognizes the distinct sound of UL-certified residential smoke and CO alarms, triggering the SimpliSafe system, activating the siren, and sending instant app notifications. With SimpliSafe’s professional monitoring, agents can swiftly dispatch emergency services, ensuring a rapid response even if homeowners are unreachable.
“At SimpliSafe, our mission is to keep every home secure and that includes from the perils of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning,” says Hooman Shahidi, Chief Product Officer, SimpliSafe. “We’re thrilled to offer this life saving device to customers who are happy with their current smoke and CO detectors or who cannot change their existing hardwired alarms. The SimpliSafe Smoke & CO Alarm Listener seamlessly integrates with existing detectors, giving customers the power to protect their families from smoke, fire, and carbon monoxide.”
The Alarm Listener is wireless and designed for simple self-installation with minimal tools and step-by-step instructions in the SimpliSafe app. For homes with interconnected, hardwired smoke and CO detectors, only one Alarm Listener is needed to monitor the entire home. For battery-powered systems, one listener is recommended per detector for monitoring. The Alarm Listener has a long-lasting battery designed to last up to three years.
The SimpliSafe Smoke & CO Alarm Listener is available for US$45, while SimpliSafe Professional Monitoring is US$33/mo. for the Core plan, US$50/mo. for Pro, and US$80/mo. for Pro Plus. Note that while SimpliSafe products are available for purchase in Canada, Professional Monitoring is only available in the U.S. and the U.K. right now.