First Alert Reviews

2.1

19% would recommend to a friend

(37 total reviews)

Tom Russo

6% approve of CEO

13% positive business outlook

First Alert has an employee rating of 2.1 out of 5 stars, based on 37 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The First Alert employee rating is 44% below average for employers within the Media and communication industry (3.7 stars).

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37 reviews
2.0
Jun 19, 2025

Honest Review In Hingsight

Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Well-known brand with solid name recognition in the industry Some teams are supportive and collaborative Opportunities to gain experience if you're early in your career

Cons

Incredible level of nepotism—key roles are often filled based on personal connections rather than merit Advancement is difficult if you're not part of the inner circle Leadership can feel disconnected from day-to-day challenges Communication is often unclear, and decision-making lacks transparency Hard work is not always recognized unless it aligns with favored individuals

4.0
Mar 24, 2025

Engineer

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great opportunities to work and expand

Cons

salaries and working hours complicated

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