Consumer Reports tested several duel sensor smoke detectors and gives you a warning and a best buy. ... THE SMOKY TYPE OF FIRE WHERE THERE IS AN OPEN FLAME AND THOSE ARE DETECTED WELL.

Consumer Reports says you're safest with an alarm that quickly detects both types of fire, such as the dual-sensor models it recommends: the Kidde PI2010 and the First Alert 3120B. They cost ...

Consumer Reports says you're safest with a dual-sensor alarm that quickly detects both types of fire, such as the top-rated Kidde PI2010 and the First Alert 3120B. They both cost around $30.