Why You Can Trust CNET Nest Protect looks unlike any other smoke detector (pictures)
For $129, the Nest Protect smoke detector comes with Wi-Fi, app integration, and the ability to talk to other Nest smoke detectors. It also looks better than any other smoke detector we've seen.
Lindsey Turrentine
Lindsey Turrentine is executive vice president for content and audience. She has helped shape digital media since digital media was born.
_1.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
The Nest Protect's blue light shines during setup and testing.
_1.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
From the side, the Nest Protect is about as thin as a standard-issue smoke detector.
_1.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
With a blocky shape and broad center button, this smoke detector/carbon monoxide monitor makes a statement.
.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
The Nest Protect blends in about as well as a traditional smoke detector.
.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
Box contents. The simple packaging is welcome.
_1.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
A yellow light indicates a warning but not a full-blown emergency.
_1.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
The Nest Protect glows green when all is well and to let you know that it's done testing its surroundings.
_1.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
The red light shines when smoke or carbon monoxide are at emergency levels.
_1.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
From the front, the futuristic Nest Protect looks cooler (and a little more like Hal 9000) than this run-of-the-mill model.
The Nest's instruction manual is a thing of beauty compared with those of traditional detectors.
.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
The Nest Protect compared with a traditional CO detector.
.jpg?auto=webp&width=1200)
The Nest Protect is a little larger than a standard smoke detector, and also, in our opinion, better looking.
More Galleries
My Favorite Shots From the Galaxy S24 Ultra's Camera
My Favorite Shots From the Galaxy S24 Ultra's Camera
20 Photos
Honor's Magic V2 Foldable Is Lighter Than Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra
Honor's Magic V2 Foldable Is Lighter Than Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra
10 Photos
The Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus Looks Sweet in Aluminum
The Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus Looks Sweet in Aluminum
23 Photos
Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra Now Has a Titanium Design
Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra Now Has a Titanium Design
23 Photos
I Took 600+ Photos With the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. Look at My Favorites
I Took 600+ Photos With the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. Look at My Favorites
34 Photos
17 Hidden iOS 17 Features You Should Definitely Know About
