Best metal detectors to find 2022

As soon as people learned how to get metal, they quickly realized its role in the development of society. Over time, there was a need to find metal objects. First of all, for safety and medical purposes. At the end of the 2022th century, physicists began to search for a principle that would help calculate steel products. The answer lay in the theory of propagation of electromagnetic waves. The first metal detectors were bulky devices, but today they are quite compact and accessible to many devices. It is mainly used by enthusiasts who do not lose hope of finding a treasure or are simply passionate about collecting antiquities in the fields. We talk about the best metal detectors for searching, available for sale in XNUMX.

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1. Garrett ACE 250 RUS

A popular metal detector for searching from the USA. Among treasure hunters, this model is considered one of the best for amateurs and beginners. Praise her for the balance of the bar. The total weight is just over 1,2 kilos. The length can be adjusted to suit your height. For transportation, the device can be easily disassembled into three parts. On a charge of four “AA” batteries, it will work continuously for 40 hours. The coil of the device beats to a decent depth. Let’s say, a coin will be calculated by 20 cm, and if something is larger, it will show it a meter down. In the detector, you can set the required type of metal to ignore various debris, such as nails or cans. To do this, you do not have to delve into the settings, just select the desired mode. Although customization, that is, manual adjustment, is still available. There is a Pin-Point mode: when metal detectors are shown in the cinema for searching, we hear an increasing squeak as we approach and determine the exact location of the object – this is it.

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2. Nokta&Makro Simplex Plus

A decent Turkish-made metal detector is an example of what a good detector should look like in 2021. It is waterproof, with the correction that the depth will not exceed three meters – it is quite enough for ordinary people. In addition to the headphone jack, it is possible to connect a wireless headset. There is no need to change the batteries, as there is a built-in rechargeable battery. Intuitive menu – enough to study the legend of the icons according to the instructions to understand everything. There is a display backlight and a flashlight. The search modes are named after the locations, for example, beach, park, field. The detector can vibrate when approaching an object. This feature was added for underwater searches, but can also be used on land. The device folds up to 63 cm. It is important that the manufacturer allows you to update the software for free. From time to time, new firmware versions are released that fix minor bugs. True, demanding search engines have complaints about the stability of versions.

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3. Minelab Go-Find 66

A popular budget metal detector for searching in 2021. The device is very compact and weighs just over one kilogram. It does not disassemble, but thanks to the design of the rod, it can be assembled and shortened for transportation. There is an automatic ground tracking mode, which is inherent in most modern detectors. It is necessary to reduce interference and noise. There is a screen with the designation of a possible object, as well as two LEDs. Red means iron – with a high degree of probability you will dig up trash. But if the green signal lights up, then you should stop and work with a shovel. The manufacturer, in accordance with the trends of the century, made a proprietary application. It not only allows you to control the device, although the usefulness of this is doubtful, because everything is right in front of you on the display, but also serves as a kind of social network for enthusiastic treasure hunters.

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What other metal detectors are worth paying attention to?

4. Teknetics Eurotek

In the line of this manufacturer of metal detectors, this is the youngest model. However, in terms of its qualities, it is worthy of a mention in the ranking of the best devices in 2021. A simple and efficient device. It comes with an eight-inch coil tuned to 7,81 kHz. The display shows the approximate depth of the object, as well as an assumption of what kind of thing could be underground. There are digital and sound indication. The last one is two-tone. The battery indicator is shown on the display. There are only three buttons on the control box. A 9V battery is required for operation. It will last approximately 40 hours of continuous operation. The reviews praise its quick response and weight – only one kilogram. The manufacturer puts a training DVD in the box, although the film is in English. The instruction has been translated into . There are complaints about the lack of sound control and the strange 6,3 mm headphone jack – without an adapter it does not work with ordinary ones.

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5. Bounty Hunter Tracker IV

You should not have high hopes regarding this device, and the pros in general can snort, they say, this is a child’s toy. Let’s not be so categorical and recommend this metal detector to everyone who is just getting acquainted with the world of search. Still, the detector is inexpensive, it allows you to try yourself in the fields without significant investments, and if you like it, become more skilled and take a cooler device. This one is powered by two 9V batteries, which are also called “Krona”. The charge is enough for approximately 35 hours of searching. The sound signal is two-tone, there is a headphone output. There is an arrow indicator on the screen, as in more professional models. Three modes are available: discrimination by tone or full, as well as the search for all metals. The coil is all-weather with a slight degree of moisture protection. The soil scans any, can be used on the beach. As for the depth of the search, there is no need to talk about records here. The penny coins of the USSR are found at 15 centimeters.

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6. Minelab X-Terra 705

This metal detector for searching on the market is not the first year. But in 2021, an updated version of the device can be found on sale. Unfortunately, it is not indicated by any prefixes, so just ask when buying the release date of the device. A completely Russified box should become a sign. A more comfortable armrest from older models is installed on the bar. There is a definition of the size of the target. The display lights up. A new processor is installed inside the control unit, which can more sensitively discriminate between types of metals, hits deeper and notices less natural ground disturbances. In the settings, you can set the type of soil up to the choice of dry or wet sand. There is an automatic tracking system that helps to level out noise. The metal detector can be rebuilt from electronic interference. This is useful if you are working near power lines or with partners whose devices can bring down yours. True, in the reviews we met complaints from those who happened to work in tandem with two identical detectors – gadgets went crazy with squeaking at close contact.

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7. Fisher F22

This is a model for advanced users, although by no means premium. If you like this company, then in its line there are devices and simpler. It has a waterproof case, so you can work on the beach. During the search, different numbers may pop up on the display. This is the so-called target: a metal detector determines a possible object based on the metal and dimensions. True, you will have to memorize all kinds of combinations of numbers and their decoding according to the instructions, but after a couple of sorties everything is remembered by itself. According to the pitch of the sound, one can distinguish between ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Only four audio tones, instead of two, like most competitors for the same price. There is a familiar Pin-Point and selection by material. But the usual ground balancing is not here, so beginners will have to deal with noise. Nine inch concentric coil. It can be replaced with a more solid one without harming the balance. The search metal detector is disassembled into three parts for transportation. Coins are calculated at a depth of 20-30 centimeters.

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8. XP Metal Detectors ORX

A serious metal detector for searching, which is able to satisfy most of the requests of modern treasure hunters in 2021. Manufacturer from France. The device is very light – only 760 grams. The bar is completely made of molded plastic without the addition of weighting aluminum profiles. Telescopic, that is, it can be folded. In the settings, you can set one of six types of search: relics (two types), coins, gold (two types), user settings. The local pinpointer localizes the object quite clearly. Nearly one hundred levels of sensitivity, metal discrimination are available to device operators. The set includes branded headphones. They connect wirelessly. You can set the desired frequency for the coil, because, as you know, some are better at detecting precious metals, while others are more convenient to search for coins. The device is sealed and can withstand immersion in water for more than one meter. The software can be updated. Built-in lithium batteries that are charged via USB.

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9. Deteknix Quest X10

There are two models in the Quest series. The younger one is called X5. However, in the ranking of the best metal detectors for searching, we will mention exactly the “top ten”. It has more features and settings. The bar is three-section, you can adjust the length. A flashlight is installed behind the control unit. The volume of the device can be adjusted. The display and buttons are protected from dirt and moisture. The manufacturer managed to make a simple interface and intuitive controls. Discrimination parameters (10 segments), sensitivity, depth of objects under the coil are broadcast on the screen. You can turn on the backlight. A total of ten search programs are available, including coins, jewelry or all metals. In user mode, you can set your own preferences. To recognize metal by sound, there are six tones. The standard coil is capable of detecting small objects at a depth of up to 30 cm, although it works better at a depth of 25 cm. A battery is built into the body. Charge it via a standard micro USB cable, you can connect it to the socket in the car and power bank.

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10. AKA Berkut-5

Domestic device of an advanced level. Can work on land and shallow water. The frequency can be set and the range is solid from 2 to 20 kHz. True, for this you will have to change the coil. Built-in is designed according to the standard for 7 kHz. Although there are models on sale that are tuned to different frequencies and you can switch them in the process. The kit comes with detailed instructions with illustrations. Allows you to balance on the ground, and then choose one of the four regular search programs. The device has a hodograph technology: an icon lights up on the screen, by which you can determine what the sensor has reacted to. You can switch to analog mode, in which the digital device begins to work with the old technology. A metal detector with polyphony, which means that you can set your own tone and sound volume for each indicator. There is a standard headphone jack. Four AA batteries are required for power.

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How to choose a metal detector

We talked about the best metal detectors available for purchase in 2022. The nuances of choosing devices will share expert of the online hypermarket “VseInstrumenty.ru” Maxim Sokolov.

Metal detectors work according to the general principle: they send a magnetic signal that is reflected from metal objects and returned to the device. For notification, a sound or vibration signal is provided. Devices have different designs and a different set of functions.

By type of coil

• Mono – gives magnetic radiation in the form of a cone. Suitable for detecting small objects such as coins, chains, household items.
• DD – works with a straight beam. Thanks to this, it is possible to find large objects even in soil with a high mineral content. But small piece items are not detected as accurately as Mono.

By appointment

• Soil – work with the top layer of soil at a depth of up to 50-100 cm. One model can have a different value for the detection of different objects. For example, a coin can be found at a depth of up to 40 cm, and a helmet – up to 70 cm.
• deep – serve to scan metals at a depth of up to 200-300 cm. These are professional devices that are used in historical excavations. However, many users take them to search for ferrous metals that are not of historical value.
• Point Also called pinpointers. Able to detect metal with maximum accuracy where a conventional metal detector gives a wide search area. Often used in addition to a deep gauge.

Modes

Modern metal detectors may have several of them. The user himself chooses what he will look for: non-ferrous, ferrous, precious metals, coins, etc. The discrimination mode will help to exclude from the field of view of the device those metals that are not of interest to the user, and the coil will not react to them.

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Most models are battery operated. Most often of the “Krona” type or several “finger” type AA. There are devices with built-in batteries that charge like a phone via USB.

Popular manufacturers and prices

The expert says that the brands Garrett (USA), Minelab (Austria), SPHINX (Our Country), Fragma industries (Our Country) are in demand. An entry-level metal detector can be purchased at a price of up to 8000-10 rubles. For professional use, the price of models can exceed 000 rubles.