A round white smoke and carbon monoxide alarm mounted on a wall, with a small green indicator light and center test button.

Kidde Talking Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm with Voice Alerts - Battery Powered

by Kidde

$144.95, see price history

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Setup with instructions It works as a complete, stand-alone alarm, but it is a safety device, so where you mount it and testing it afterward matter. A family member can handle this with the printed instructions in about half an hour, which fits guided setup. No clinical help is needed.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

This alarm watches for both smoke and carbon monoxide in one unit, and it speaks out which danger it has found instead of only sounding beeps. That spoken message can help someone who can't see a display or who needs a clear, simple cue about what is wrong. It runs on two replaceable AA batteries, so it keeps working in a power outage, and it checks its own parts on a regular basis. It also has sensing meant to cut down on false alarms from cooking. A mounting bracket is included for bedrooms, hallways, and living areas. Because it is a safety device, you'll want to place it carefully and test it after install.

Getting it

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Where to get it

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$144.95

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Details

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Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$144.95
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Put in the two AA batteries and press the test button to hear the voice alert before you mount it.
  • With a guide
    1. Pick a spot on the wall or ceiling following the instructions, and keep it clear of cooking areas and vents.
    2. Attach the mounting bracket, then fit the alarm onto it and test it again. Plan about 20-30 minutes.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from MaxiAids — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 2, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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