9 best metal detectors

Today we will introduce you to the most popular in Russia in 2015 and metal detectors. In this article you will learn about the best metal detectors, which are designed specifically for searching for coins, ancient relics, pieces of iron, non-ferrous metals, etc. in the ground.

Rating of the most popular metal detectors in Russia

The models of metal detectors are located in the table as the average price increases, starting with the cheapest ones. All models at the time of this writing are widely available (metal detectors, which are difficult or impossible to find in stores now, were not considered).

Model	Price	Description	Characteristic	Rating
JJ-Connect Adventure V500	4500 r.	Depth - from 12 cm. Coil 205 mm. 1 search mode. Mechanical setting. Arrow indicator	The best inexpensive metal detector	8 out of 10
Garrett Ace 150	13020 r.	3 search modes. 1 working frequency. Digital LCD display. Oval coil. Weight 1.2 kg	Metal detector for search engines of any age	8 out of 10
Bounty Hunter Discovery 2200 RU	13990 r.	1 working frequency. Detection depth: coins up to 30 cm, larger items up to 91 cm. Digital LCD display. Round concentric coil. Weight 1.09 kg	The best metal detector to search for coins	10 out of 10
FISHER F-2	15660 r.	1 working frequency. Detection depth: coins up to 21 cm, larger items up to 90 cm. Round 8-inch coil. Weight 1.2 kg	The most ergonomic among budget metal detectors	10 out of 10
Garrett Ace 250	22940 r.	5 search modes. Detection depth up to 120 cm. Weight 1.2 kg	The most reliable metal detector for beginners	9 out of 10
Garrett Ace 350	22990 r.	5 search modes. The depth of detection of coins up to 35 cm. The maximum depth greater than 1 m. Weight 1.2 kg	The best metal detector for advanced users	10 out of 10
Minelab X-Terra 305	24000 r.	2 search modes. LCD display. Weight 1.3 kg	The best semi professional metal detector	10 out of 10
Minelab X-Terra 705	39990 r.	4 search modes. 3 working frequencies. LCD display. Weight 1.3 kg	The best professional metal detector	10 out of 10
Minelab Eureka Gold	49990 r.	2 search modes. 3 working frequencies. Weight 2.2 kg	The best metal detector for gold	10 out of 10

And now more about the best and most popular metal detectors:

1. The best inexpensive metal detector
JJ-Connect Adventure V500

average price 4500 r.

Rating 8 out of 10.

One of the best among the cheapest metal detectors in our market and the first in popularity among low-end models. Its capacity is sufficient to detect coins, jewelry (silver, gold) at a shallow depth. The detector is suitable for beginners, for those who just want to try and are not ready to spend money on a serious device.

From reviews:

“The number of times he dropped a metal detector, and they had to work in the water, it does not break. In winter, withstand up to -8 ° C, if it falls below, it just starts to glitch and get off. All finds: iron in my practice - at a depth of 50 cm, non-ferrous metals smaller. Comfortable twisters. Very easy to use. ”

Pros:

• affordable price;
• ease of management (dial gauge, auto-tuning);
• convenient multi-tone sound indication;
• flexible system settings, adjusting to the type of soil;
• suitable for a wide range of weather conditions;
• waterproof coil;
• built-in speaker;
• you can connect headphones;
• Insensitive to falling.

Minuses:

• when the air temperature decreases, they start to falter;
• weak point - coil;
• shallow depth of search;
• for serious searches not suitable.

2. Metal detector for search engines of any age
Garrett ACE-150

average price 13020 r.

Rating 8 out of 10.

Another metal detector, suitable for a beginner. But its range and usability are better. It has 3 search modes. Identifies any metals, coins, jewelry. It can be configured for a specific type of goal.Able to work in littered areas. Suitable for adults and for teenagers.

From reviews:

“I want to note that it’s quite expensive to go somewhere specifically to search. And this metal detector can be quickly disassembled and taken with you to rest. And there in a free minute to walk in unfamiliar places. "

“For me, so is the best metal detector. Can do almost everything the same as the more solid models. Metals distinguishes, reacts to them with 3 different sounds. The screen is also simple and intuitive. ”

Pros:

• affordable price;
• ease of management and use;
• compactness;
• low weight;
• S-shaped 3-section boom with comfortable armrest;
• multi-tone sound identification system;
• built-in speaker, you can connect headphones;
• the oval coil in the tight case;
• depth indication;
• 5 segments of discrimination;
• battery indication

Minuses:

• control unit, the screen is sensitive to moisture;
• shallow depth of search;
• no volume control;
• no ground balance;
• does not determine the exact location;
• low selectivity.

3. The best metal detector to search for coins
Bounty Hunter Discovery 2200 RU

average price 13990 r.

Rating 10 out of 10.

One of the best metal detectors if searching for coins is a hobby for you.

From reviews:

“For the first metal detector, the model is just super! Lightweight, customizable. "

“I bought about six months ago and already collected a small collection of relics. Sold them at a local online auction and almost paid for the device. ”

“The metal detector is worth its money. It works without false alarms both in dew and in the rain. Good discriminator. "

Pros:

• sensitivity adjustment;
• 4-tone sound indication;
• 2 search modes;
• discrimination of 9 segments with customization;
• soil balance;
• function to ignore unwanted items.

Minuses: not detected.

4. The most ergonomic among budget metal detectors
FISHER F-2

average price 15660 r.

Rating 10 out of 10.

If you are an amateur search engine and appreciate not only the result, but also the search process itself, the Fisher F-2 metal detector will suit you. Its design is designed to make the search not only exciting, but also convenient. The ergonomic handle fits comfortably in your hand and protects you from fatigue. Thanks to the coating in cold weather does not allow the hand to freeze. Customized for any height.

From reviews:

“When I went out with this device for the first time (I had traveled with a detector from another company before), his manner of making sounds for everything he wanted, surprised and disappointed me. But after some time adapted. Although I’ll still say, Discrik is unusual, you have to get used to it. ”

“The rods hold up well, without a backlash, nothing dangles anywhere, no squeaks. The coil is very mobile, allows you to fumble in the bushes, in puddles and in shallow water, the cover is not needed, it is very durable: it withstands sliding blows on stones, branches, roots. There are no false positives when hit. In general, the best metal detector for an amateur. "

Pros:

• easy to manage;
• reliable;
• light;
• ergonomic;
• indication of the type of goal;
• 7 programs of discrimination;
• sealed coil.

Minuses:

• no ground balance (balancing only automatic);
• shallow depth of detection;
• demanding of batteries.

5. The most reliable detector for beginners.
Garrett Ace 250

average price 22940 r.

Rating 9 out of 10.

One of the leaders in reliability. Works almost flawlessly. For the first seasons in the search - a good solution.

From reviews:

“There was nothing difficult to master. Turned on. Set up - and go. The discriminator is average, but enough for a beginner. ”

“It is best suited for those who take a metal detector with them on a picnic or the beach in addition to their basic outdoor activities. And do not drag the kids away from the search with this device)) "

Pros:

• reliability;
• ease of use;
• light;
• determination of the depth in the pin-point mode;
• quick response to the goal (you can quickly go through large sections).

Minuses:

• sensitive to cold;
• the coil is quickly scratched on the stones;
• sometimes an unnecessary background appears;
• shallow depth of search;
• no sound adjustment.

6. The best metal detector for advanced users
Garrett Ace 350

average price 22990 r.

Rating 10 out of 10.

The semi-professional model with enhanced coil has improved (compared to other metal detectors in this price category) characteristics and allows you to search for objects at a greater depth.

From reviews:

“I walk with him from the spring both across the field and along the beach. False positives are few. In depth - very acceptable. "

"Very satisfied. To the coil no complaints. On the Oka lowered by 0.5 m - works. "

Pros:

• convenient;
• light;
• reliable;
• powerful coil;
• allows immersion in water;
• improved detection of small items;
• effectively eliminates garbage;
• long battery life.

Minuses:

• The weak point is the spring in the battery compartment.

7. The best semi professional metal detector
Minelab X-Terra 305

average price 24000 r.

Rating 10 out of 10.

Another semi-professional metal detector from Minelab is distinguished by reliable operation and minimal sensitivity to bad weather conditions, temperature extremes, and electromagnetic interference. Many users call the X-Terra 305 the best in its price range.

From reviews:

"For 3 years of work I have never been disappointed."

“The best metal detector, reliable, unpretentious. Takes as small objects ("scales"), and various caches and treasures - at a decent depth. Metals defines unmistakably. There have never been any failures. The weight is perfectly balanced. ”

Pros:

• two identification systems (sound, graphics);
• manual soil balance;
• detuning;
• PinPoint mode;
• backlight;
• long battery life.

Minuses: not detected.

8. The best professional metal detector
Minelab X-Terra 705

average price 39990 r.

Rating 8 out of 10.

Metal detector-legend. Big opportunities plus clear control, low weight and economy.

From reviews:

“I took the 705th, started working“ in the field ”and unwittingly wondered how much time was lost with the devices for beginners! I tried to walk with him to the already proven places - and then a coin or two will fall. In one place it never seemed to go. ”

Pros:

• the convenience of use;
• good depth;
• high level of discrimination;
• clear menu;
• backlight;
• battery saving.

Minuses:

• high price;
• no waterproof coil included.

9. The best metal detector for gold
Minelab Eureka Gold

average price 49990 r.

Rating 8 out of 10.

Professional, very sensitive metal detector. Suitable for detecting gold, even the smallest particles, in any environment. Hence, its advantages and disadvantages.

From reviews:

“The device is very good, but .... it is very difficult to master it yourself. And I advise you to use it only away from garbage, cars and electrical interferences, in the city and suburbs it is useless. ”

“The device is specific. Suitable for a person with a very sensitive ear and steel nerves. It is highly desirable to understand the physics of the search process, otherwise the hands of a shovel will fall off. I advise you to immediately buy a voice recorder and record all sounds for comparison with the standard. The control unit immediately slide under the elbow, you will be less tired. "

Pros:

• high sensitivity;
• soil balance;
• metal recognition by sound.

Minuses:

• high price;
• decent weight (more than 2 kg);
• very high susceptibility.

Let's sum up

Three large groups of devices can be distinguished among earth metal detectors: for beginners, semi-professional and high-level, for professionals. In our article we reviewed the best models from all three groups. However, professional devices are listed here only to help readers navigate. After all, experienced search engines have probably already chosen the most suitable model for themselves. But for beginners, we hope our ranking of the best metal detectors will be useful. Successful to you searches! And remember: it is not a detector that is looking for, but a person.