USI Electric Hardwired Ionization Smoke and Fire Alarm with Battery Backup (5304)

Smoke detector

Reviewed: 03/27/2021 by Paul D

This was a replacement that lasted about 9 years. So far so good! The reason I purchased this brand was bc my house is already hardwired for this particular alarm.

Replacement Smoke and Fire Alarm

Reviewed: 03/23/2021 by Jeff C

I built and took occupancy of my home in the summer of 2004. I am fortunate to never have a need for the system, experts recommend replacing all smoke/fire detectors every ten years. I neglected the advice and got sixteen years. I was overdue. The 5304 model is the replacement for the originals. They matched well. I replaced the original plastic mounting brackets and electrical connections. I found them to be easier to install than anticipated. I purchased and received a bulk price of 12 units which increased the discounts. The spring sale made the price more affordable. My family is worth any price. I am embarrassed I didnt do this sooner. Happy to have new equipment and a lower risk should a fire or harmful smoke develop.

Smoke & Fire Alarm 5304

Reviewed: 03/22/2021 by Ronald B

I have 9 installed in our house. One developed a life of its own and went off for no reason. Ordered another because its compatible with what I have so existing wire harness does the job. Easy install and will soon replace all of them with this unit.

USI 5304

Reviewed: 03/22/2021 by Kevin K

The smoke alarm is reliable and looks nice in my home. Ordering was quick and easy.

Perfect replacement for preexisting model

Reviewed: 02/11/2021 by Andrew Zorbis

I had an installed 5204 in the house I bought recently that I couldn't stop from chirping despite a new battery. I reviewed and then confirmed with your in house customer service that the available replacement 5304 would fit in the house without any rewiring or refitting base .Perfect replacement once I figured out that the base plate was different. It was included and I just replaced the old one with the new base by using same two screws.

Easy install

Reviewed: 01/22/2021 by John Williams

I replaced 6 old alarms that were compatible with these so the total job only took 20 minutes. Good price, fast delivery, quality product.

Great product and fit!

Reviewed: 12/30/2020 by Yarrow Stanley

I was very happy with the fact that these fit my previous quick connect cords and so made for a very easy install. It does come with the wires and a battery pre installed in case you need that as well. I will continue with this company when I need replacements for sure.

fire alarme

Reviewed: 11/30/2020 by khalid boukhdada

👍👍👍👍👍

Reviewed: 11/23/2020 by BArnett Jones

Fast shipping, great product!

Easy update

Reviewed: 10/23/2020 by Don Lord

My old smoke detectors were 10 years old. I called USI and they knew several options to update. My order was shipped same day. The new units fit right in place of the old ones using the existing wiring and plug.

Reviewed: 10/21/2020 by Bobby Perry

Would rate higher if it was an option. Our original ones were 12 years old, read you should replace at least every 10 years, ours were 12 years. Easy change of base and plug right in. All is good

Perfect Replacement

Reviewed: 10/21/2020 by Michael Dale

Ordered nine 9 home fire alarms to replace my old ones. They fit and work perfectly.

Reviewed: 10/20/2020 by Joseph Gallucci

An easy Retro for my 10 year old detector

Smoke dectors

Reviewed: 10/20/2020 by Thomas Delco

The quality and ease of installation was better than was advertised. I will certainly place your company in my computer for future assistance. Job well done guys.

Plug and Play

Reviewed: 08/13/2020 by Greg Griffith

I contacted USI to replace the smoke detectors in my house that were due for replacement. I was very happy that everything attatched to the to the original connector and mount.

Updated design works well

Reviewed: 07/07/2020 by Sasidhar Eranki

Replaced twelve older model USI-1204 units with this newer design. Changeout of the bracket was a snap. 10 min Older mounting was fully covered, eliminating need for paint touch-up. Battery replacement is easier. Batteries seem to last longer. Happy with purchase.

Perfect Replacement

Reviewed: 07/06/2020 by Bryan Snyder

This was the recommended replacement for our old alarms and it was perfect. No issue and no wiring, just a new plate to attach to box in ceiling.

Perfect match

Reviewed: 06/15/2020 by Eddie Dalton

I ordered a whole house replacement shipment. With the exception of the baseplate and connection to the main body, they fit perfectly electrically...which was what I really cared about...great job!

Perfect Replacement

Reviewed: 06/03/2020 by Chrysay Davis

I bought these to replace my existing smoke alarms that had expired. I contacted the Universal with my old Universal model number and they were able to find one that would work perfectly with the existing wiring. No electrician!! All I had to do was replace the mounting plate.

Reviewed: 05/26/2020 by Kevin Davis

Products were in good shape works amazing and delivered on time.

Quick delivery

Reviewed: 05/25/2020 by Locksley Young

Ordered smoke dectectors and got them very quickly. The installation went smoothly. I am very satisfied with whole experience buying from Universal Security Store.

Reviewed: 04/10/2020 by Greg Mize

Love the product and thanks for giving the new replacement number... and quick delivery.

Two Bad Alarms

Reviewed: 02/10/2020 by Joseph Henn

Two of six alarms defective. Engineers were helpful, but your quality control procedures may need to be looked at. Return process was easy.

Customer Service Response:

We apologize for the inconvenience. We're glad we were able to resolve this for you swiftly. Your safety is paramount to us.

Reviewed: 02/10/2020 by James Rushing

On time and replaces an out of date unit.

easy upgrade

Reviewed: 01/20/2020 by Stephen Whelan

having had USI Electric Hardwired Smoke and Fire Alarm with Battery units over the last 10 years looked again to USI for a replacement and was very satisfied with the swap out of the old with the new. Easy to do and good for another 10 years.

Model 5304 Smoke Detector

Reviewed: 01/14/2020 by Tom Samaras

Good product. I had to replace and older USI model that this one replaced. My older model lasted 9 years! The wire clip from my original model worked on the 5304 but the new mounting bracket had to be switched out but easy to install overall.

Very easy replacements

Reviewed: 01/13/2020 by Bryan Snyder

Reverse engineered to install very easily. Nice product without any issues of installing new with old product replacement in same circuitry, just good old plug and play!

Easy Replacement

Reviewed: 12/27/2019 by Breck Plauche

I purchased 5 new 5304 units and found that I only had to replace the mounting plate. The original electrical connection for the units I bought in 2013 fit the new units so no re-wiring was required.

Easy to install

Reviewed: 12/14/2019 by Nicholas Blough

The smoke detectors went in easy and worked great.

Works great

Reviewed: 12/13/2019 by Ishai Strauss

Plugged them into some older ports for previous generation detectors and they are all working as expected.

Happy Camper

Reviewed: 11/20/2019 by Darlene Atsalakis

I received the smoke and fire alarms as ordered and it was fast. Very happy customer.

Smoke/fire alarms

Reviewed: 10/05/2019 by Richard Bissell

All were received and installed. No complaints.

Smoke Detector REPLACEMENT

Reviewed: 08/27/2019 by Dr. Jeff Tokryman

After reading the product info on the website, I purchased the 5304 alarm to replace the previous model that is no longer available. It would have been much easier to use the same base plate so all I would have had to do was plug in the power source. On the good side..at least I did not have to replace the power source plug. Once installed everything is fine.

Smoke detectors

Reviewed: 05/31/2019 by robert stevens

Order from USI to replace existing aged detectors. Easy of making order and product description clarity a plus. Product received on time and excellent match. Great place to do business.

Excellent Product, easy replacement

Reviewed: 05/30/2019 by Manoj Subedi

I had usi alarms at my home. They expires but were still working. Wanna replace , order the new versions of them. Very quick response, speedy delivery, super easy replacement . Peace of mind for next 10 years.

Inexpensive and Easy to install

Reviewed: 05/23/2019 by Ann Donoghue

I tried to purchase smoke alarms locally to replace the outdated ones that came with the house. After two tries, I finally gave up and looked up the company that was on an old ones. I explained that I wanted a smoke alarm that I did not have to rewire and provided the number on the expired alarm. The company had what needed, but I would have to change the base plate one time. They changed to a universal base plate but the plug was the same as my former smoke alarm. I was apprehensive as my ceilings are 10 feet tall and I would be on a 7 foot ladder. Easy! It only took me a few minutes to change each one. Thank you Universal Security Instruments. I feel safe again.

Reviewed: 05/20/2019 by Tim Williams

Product was easy to order and install myself.

Reviewed: 04/18/2019 by Andres Fernandez

Great Customer Service.

Reviewed: 04/17/2019 by Mark Crain

Removed old detector and plugged new one in. Exactly what I was looking for! Great company to work with!

home owner

Reviewed: 04/11/2019 by Ron Bergmann

great to work with

5303

Reviewed: 03/23/2019 by James Drake

Good direct replacement for older failed units

Reviewed: 03/18/2019 by Anthony Costello

Great product Shipped promptly!

Reviewed: 03/15/2019 by John Sauerwald

Great

Reviewed: 02/25/2019 by JOSELITO ARGARIN

All good so far, going on 2 months since the installation. It was an simple swap from the previous model. Thanks for making that an easy.

mr horace

Reviewed: 02/19/2019 by Hoorace Giroir

It was easy

fast service

Reviewed: 12/18/2018 by Daniel Lazar

ordered on line, had it in days, good price.

Replacement fire alarm

Reviewed: 10/23/2018 by Robert de Vente

Replacement fire alarm, I needed to replace all the fire alarms in my house as they were over eight years old. This company help me choose the exact replacement for the older model. Very helpful and very fast shipping! Thank you so much for protecting me and my family!

Good Advise and Easy Install

Reviewed: 10/02/2018 by David Brook

The advisor gave good me good info and proper alarm to replace expired alarms and make the installation easy. New ones work great.

Reviewed: 09/24/2018 by Doug Heston

Great product

Easy update!

Reviewed: 09/14/2018 by Greg Griffith

I replaced all the detectors in my home to make it up to code. Very simple swap out for the mount and connector and back in business. The unit arrives with a battery, plug and play.

Reviewed: 07/23/2018 by william gunst

very good

Universal Smoke Alarm review

Reviewed: 05/29/2018 by Doug Darroch

I had to replace 5 in a Condo I'm representing for sale. The advice from Customer Service and installation instructions made it easy. Thanks!

Great Service

Reviewed: 05/21/2018 by Charles Guillory

Excellent service. I was able to get a compatible smoke detector with the help of Customer Service on a call back. Great service.

Great Detector!

Reviewed: 05/19/2018 by Zach Hoskins

We have these detectors all throughout our home and we feel safe with them.

Smoke Alarm

Reviewed: 04/04/2018 by Ronald Silich

The smoke alarms are very good. However, when installing them they sounded and had a little trouble understanding how to stop it. After installing three of them, the beeping stopped and now works perfectly.

10 year replacement and going strong.

Reviewed: 02/18/2018 by Brian Tucker

We've never had any issues with these smoke/fire alarms, and twice a year battery changing, makes for a reliable product.

Great Product for Great Price!

Reviewed: 02/16/2018 by Nina House

I always knew that I should replace the batteries in my Smoke and Fire alarms but I then found out that the units themselves have an expiration date. USI offers a great product for a great price! I was able to order online from USI a bundle of 4 Smoke detectors. Shopping was easy and shipping was fast!

Wired smoke alarm

Reviewed: 01/30/2018 by Robert Condon

I ordered the recommended replacement for the smoke alarm I had in my house and the replacement worked great.

Reviewed: 01/28/2018 by Jessica Pulk

Received in a timely manner

Great smoke alarm

Reviewed: 01/15/2018 by Robert Condon

Had one in my house for 22 years before it quit working. Replaced it with a new model and it plugged right in. Had a little trouble with getting the alarm to align/twist into the bracket on the ceiling.

Reviewed: 12/04/2017 by John Gage

I was able to install the alarm without any problem. It was a replacement for one that was 10 years old and still functioning.

Reviewed: 11/17/2017 by Frederick Elsass

They have been installed and working good

Smoke Alarm

Reviewed: 11/14/2017 by Michael Carey

Great buy! Fits in my system perfectly!!

Reviewed: 11/07/2017 by Martin Worn

Shipped on time, easy installation. Buy again any time.

excellent service

Reviewed: 10/31/2017 by Ronald Stevens

speedy

positive

Reviewed: 10/16/2017 by james langlois

good service

Need one more!

Reviewed: 10/03/2017 by Charlie Mayne

These were ordered as a replacement for the ones I installed 10 years ago. Very good products for the money and the safety they provide. Easy to install.

Home fire alarm

Reviewed: 09/20/2017 by Gregory Brown

Exact replacement for 10 year old expired System. It was easy to order, and customer help desk confirmed my questions on model. Received in good condition and install instructions were clear.

Reviewed: 08/28/2017 by Amelie Gresham

This was the second order for me. I called and the lady put in my phone number found my original order from earlier this year and placed my order for 3 more units! So easy and efficient!

Excellent Product

Reviewed: 08/08/2017 by James Meldrum

My order was shipped promptly and was easy to install and seems to be working well. I appreciate the fact that the smoke detector came with a battery so I did not have to go buy one or provide one.

Easy install

Reviewed: 07/10/2017 by Donald Lipinski

I am pleased. I needed to replace 12 old units. The replacements only required me to replace the face plate and plug in the new device with existing wiring.

Very awesome.

Reviewed: 07/08/2017 by John Houck

Hello,I bought these to replace the 5204. Great shipping and packaging. Easy and quick install. Great product and will be doing business with USI in the future. Sincerely, John

happy with the process

Reviewed: 07/07/2017 by Paul Stephenson

I have many Universal smoke detectors that are hardwired throughout our home. I recently replaced 2 and the order process and price was very reasonable.

Smoke detector

Reviewed: 06/22/2017 by Eugene Schaffner

Exzcellent product

Sms Dec

Reviewed: 06/05/2017 by Charlie Adcock

Easy to install and I like the test & silent button

Smokes reorder

Reviewed: 05/11/2017 by Willie Washington

My smoke alerts started acting crazy until I read the back of one and stated to replace by 2016. So, here in 2017, I reordered, received and installed them and they work great.

Excellent service

Reviewed: 05/09/2017 by James Johnson

Thanks for prompt shipping.

Alarms

Reviewed: 04/27/2017 by Cyd Allgood

Just installed. Very easy to replace old version.

Reviewed: 04/22/2017 by VICK D

I ordered 5 of these smoke alarms to replace the 10-year-old models in my home one started malfunctioning and I decided to replace all of them. I am not experienced enough to install new electrical wiring. Online research showed this is the replacement model for the old fire alarms. This model allowed me to use the same mounting bracket and quick connector wire for the electrical hookup. The quick connector was a little difficult to remove but after the first installation, I'm a pro! Ordering was easy, the product is reasonably priced,and it arrived quickly. I plan to order my next replacements in 10 years when these need replacement. AWESOME.

Minor Rewiring Reqd

Reviewed: 04/17/2017 by Vic Hackenschmidt

I replaced 7 hard-wired units in an hour and a half. The old plugs weren't an exact fit on the new units, so I had to wire in the new pigs. Old units were 11 years old. New 5304s work perfectly.

Perfect fit

Reviewed: 03/31/2017 by William Murphy

On time delivery, easy install and fit perfectly on the old ceiling mounting Without modification.

Reviewed: 03/29/2017 by ralph cohen

excellent and easily to install

Great product and customer service

Reviewed: 03/14/2017 by Danette Whiting

Purchased this smoke detector to replace an older model. I called and the lady who answered was very knowledgeable and helpful. Great product and even better customer service!! Would definitely recommend purchasing from this company!!

Reviewed: 03/13/2017 by Jane Tindall

The battery drawer is so convenient. Will be ordering a second alarm.

Reviewed: 03/07/2017 by Frank Ramsey

works great fixed my problem.

Reviewed: 02/23/2017 by Herbert Hudson

My home was equipped with the UAI Electric Hardwired Ionazation Smoke alarms Model 5204. the Model 5304 installed without having to replace the AC plug assembly and the base was the same also. These smoke alarms are normally good for 8 - 10 years

Reviewed: 02/14/2017 by Jason Slucher

Fantastic business. Fast...everything.

Reviewed: 02/04/2017 by Noel B.  Jariel

Order arrived quickly. Easy to install.

Reviewed: 01/27/2017 by Jason Slucher

Easy process and fast shipment. Just ordered 2 more.

Reviewed: 01/26/2017 by Miguel Ossorio

Replaced 5204 purchased in Feb 2012. Works fine

Economical product

Reviewed: 01/20/2017 by Gerald Murray

Good product for the cost. Very easy to install.

Reviewed: 01/07/2017 by David Chunn

Easy match, plug-in and done

Smoke Alarm Purchase

Reviewed: 11/28/2016 by Ed Sudduth

The two units were easy to install and have worked without issue.

Smoke Detector

Reviewed: 10/26/2016 by Omolara Oladipo

Items are in good condition and delivery was on time.

Perfect replacement

Reviewed: 10/22/2016 by David Thissell

Hoped this would be an easy install and it was. On time delivery and a fair price. Will shop here again when needed.

Reviewed: 09/13/2016 by David Chunn

The website information guided me to the newest model. Perfect match and functioning with other units.

Reviewed: 08/09/2016 by Kenneth Robar

The 5304 items replaced one of your older models installed several years ago. The replacement installation was easily performed.

Excellent product

Reviewed: 07/16/2016 by Jennifer Tanguis

Replaced 10-year-old prior model number. Perfect fit. No re-wiring necessary. Great product.

Reviewed: 07/14/2016 by Children Community Services bransky

Great product!

Reviewed: 07/13/2016 by Kenneth Isidore

very good product

Excellent fire alarm. Easy to install.

Reviewed: 07/08/2016 by Fred Goldenson

Excellent fire alarm. Easy to install. Delivery was prompt and, as I had some questions about the fire alarm I was pleased with stateside phone assistance.

Reviewed: 05/23/2016 by JDH

Very pleased with the items. Customer service very helpful with questions.

Problem Solved

Reviewed: 05/15/2016 by joseph salerno

USI helped me find smoke detectors for my home which were needed to replace discontinued units that were aging out. Price was right and shipping was free.

Works just fine

Reviewed: 05/08/2016 by Balus Glover

Works just fine. Got rid of the annoying chirping

USI SMOKE AND FIRE ALARM

Reviewed: 04/11/2016 by E. H LEE

This Item was replacement for USI5204. I like the design and it perfectly fitted to old one. The shipment was delivered right on time.

Replacement Units

Reviewed: 03/25/2016 by James Heck

These detectors were a replacement for 4 older units. They came with all the hardware to make installation very easy. Product was exactly what I ordered. Delivery was very quick.

Ease of Installation

Reviewed: 02/03/2016 by James Meldrum

It was really nice to find the exact product online when it was hard to find in other local stores. Installation was quick and easy and this unit matches the other smoke detectors in our home.

Replacement smoke and fire alarm

Reviewed: 01/21/2016 by Joseph McEachron

Purchased to replace broken older model 5204. Plugged right into existing wiring and used old mount, less than five minute job.

Reviewed: 01/20/2016 by Donald  King

Always very helpful w/o a problem.

Works

Reviewed: 01/10/2016 by Zeb Zbranek

Had to replace two of the older versions in my home. New ones are working properly. Hope I never need them. Wish battery would chirp every 15 seconds to replace. Would make finding easier.

Smoke and Fire Alarm with Battery Backup 5304

Reviewed: 12/30/2015 by Chandrashekhar Chavan

The product works as advertised. Very easy to install if existing product was similar type.

USI 5304 Smoke and Fire Detector

Reviewed: 12/28/2015 by Joseph Groh

The product serves as a drop-in replacement for USI model 5204 which we had in our house. It fits the same mounting bracket and wiring harness, it is literally a 5 minute job to replace. Works perfect!

Reviewed: 12/18/2015 by James Sheets

good service and delivery

Universal faster than locomotive

Reviewed: 11/30/2015 by Rickey Holder

Order the smoke alarms and receive the faster than paying a higher price for delivery. Now that's saving.

Replacement Smoke Alarm

Reviewed: 08/29/2015 by Matt Huber

I had an older model Universal smoke alarm. When doing the research their site said the replacement model was the 5304. I ordered a replacement and a spare, since I have about 7 in the house. Hook up is identical to the unit being replaced. Took 30 seconds including testing. All was fine.

Replacement Smoke Alarm

Reviewed: 08/28/2015 by Matt Huber

I had an older model Universal smoke alarm. When doing the research their site said the replacement model was the 5304. I ordered a replacement and a spare, since I have about 7 in the house. Hook up is identical to the unit being replaced. Took 30 seconds including testing. All was fine.

Perfect Replacement

Reviewed: 08/10/2015 by Calvin Peel

This model had been installed when my house was built in 2006. It was refreshing to be able to order the exact plug and operate model. Thanks!

Reviewed: 08/04/2015 by Edna Malveaux

Easy to install, even to older connection from same brand name. Working great!

Replacing 5204 Smoke/Fire Alarms

Reviewed: 03/07/2015 by Bruce Spesard

I replaced the 10-year old 5204 alarms in my house with the recommended 5304 alarms. Replacement was easy using the existing bracket & wiring -- twist the old unit off & unplug followed by plug the new unit in & position-&-twist onto the bracket. The 5304 was on back-order but arrived much to my delight BEFORE the promised date. I just asked the company via their website how to dispose of the old units as they contain a small amount of radioactive material and await their response.

Great product

Reviewed: 01/06/2015 by Robert Pettinato

Works great and the battery backup is perfect, good for peace of mind...