Three of the best smoke alarms

An essential in every home, the latest designs make staying safe even easier

intelligent alarm This stylish choice can tell burning toast from a real emergency, tests itself, talks to you and sends alerts direct to your smartphone. Protect Smoke + Co alarm, £90, Nest smoke signals This links to other home tech, sends you text and email alerts if you’re out, or it can be set up to turn on the bedroom lights in the event of an alert at night. Home Control smoke detector, £50, Devolo battery life This ingenious Wi-fi battery upgrades your existing smoke alarm. Once fitted, it will send text alerts if your alarm sounds and you’re out the house, and remind you when it needs replacing, £25, Roost