Difference between smoke detector and smoke alarms

7/12/2022 (Permalink)

Smoke detectors are sensing devices. That means that they sense the smoke. They then send a signal to the fire alarm system set in place which sets off the fire alarm and or sprinkler system if one is in place. Smoke alarms not only sense the smoke they also sound the alarm from inside the device. They are the all in one smoke alarm/detection device.

At the end of the day they both will alarm you if I fire is started, you just have to chose which is best for you.

Smoke detector

• Have stand alone fire alarm system
• Wanting to put in a stand alone fire alarm system

Smoke alarm

• No stand alone fire system
• Wanting the ability to install where you seem fit