# Metal Detector (PRO) — Detect ferromagnetic objects

> Entertainment app simulating metal detection using iPhone's magnetometer. (iPhone/iPad app by FML Creations.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-detector-pro/id381166202 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [FML Creations](https://appshunter.io/developer/370574907)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 203 App Store ratings · 300 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-07-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-detector-pro/id381166202/reviews.md

## What is Metal Detector (PRO)?

Note: This app is intended for entertainment purposes only and does not provide true Metal Detector functionality. This apps uses the magnetometer to measure the magnetic field when the iPhone is placed near feromagnetic metal objects.

Use your iPhone as a metal detector!

Detect metal objects with your iPhone. It is fun and super easy to use. Explore your surroundings. Surprise your friends. Feel yourself like a detective.

This apps uses the magnetometer to measure the magnetic field when the iPhone is placed near feromagnetic metal objects like speakers, phones, keys, computers, stereos, coins, etc.

Fun mode:
Alternatively to detect metal objects you can turn a fun mode on when you use it on your friends. You can then easily trigger the alarm sound by covering the proximity sensor of your iPhone with your finger while checking your friends. Have fun!

Key features:
- Provides visual and audio feedback
- Adjustable sensitivity level of alarm
- Turn audio feedback off / on
- Nice user interface
- Very easy to use
- Fun mode

Tip:
You may calibrate the detector by moving the iPhone in the form of an 8.

## Key features

- Simulated metal detection
- Visual and audio feedback
- Adjustable sensitivity
- Fun mode with proximity sensor trigger
- Easy-to-use interface
- Calibration tip

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Metal Detector (PRO)?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Detects metal
- 👍 Works as described
- 🔍 Helps find lost items
- 😊 Surprisingly effective

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent/unreliable detection
- 🔍 Requires very close proximity to metal
- 🤔 Detects non-metal objects
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Constant beeping with no metal nearby
- Incompatible with older devices
- Crashes or freezes on some phones

**Most requested features**

- Improved sensitivity and accuracy
- Adjustable detection range
- More audio/visual feedback options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 300)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-detector-pro/id381166202/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not good

*2023-10-10, version 3.0*

I was using the metal detector And it was working perfectly fine I tried it on metal hammer and then I was playing with it for a bit just around my siblings and then I had in just air and it started beeping and I close the app out about 10 times and it was still beeping at nothing so that’s not a good. Sign

### 4/5 — Nice

*2023-07-30, version 3.0*

It detected metal for real! It’s amazing

### 1/5 — Médiocrement nul. Des efforts

*2023-07-16, version 3.0*

Dans la synthaxe poursuivez vos efforts
8/20

### 1/5 — Full signal all the time

*2023-05-26, version 3.0*

It just gives full signal all the time even when not close to any metal.  No phone case or anything metal nearby but it still sounds the alarm.

### 2/5 — App support link broken

*2022-03-10, version 3.0*

I just downloaded this app and it constantly beeps. I get similar results from other detector apps. I think it might be related to my model (13 peo max) or residue from the magnet case i normally keep the phone in. I doubt it's the app. That said the app support link goes to an info page for another app.

### 5/5 — Thank you so much

*2021-10-05, version 3.0*

I looked for a rare coin that was missing but ever since i got this app i found it!!!!! Thank you so much if it wasent for this app i would never found the coin

### 5/5 — It’s works

*2021-07-28, version 3.0*

My stepdad races and he could not find this metal for his car and I download is this and it worked he found it🤣

### 5/5 — WOW

*2021-06-26, version 3.0*

Hätte nicht gedacht dass das geht !!! Besser als andere Apps die mehr Sterne haben

### 5/5 — So awesome

*2021-04-09*

It is so much fun I love it 
😎😀

### 4/5 — It’s ok

*2021-02-26, version 3.0*

In some things it’s works perfect but rather thing that don’t have that much metal don’t work as well but it still is helpful

## Frequently asked questions about Metal Detector (PRO)

### What does the Metal Detector (PRO) app do?

This app uses your iPhone's magnetometer to simulate the detection of ferromagnetic metal objects. It provides visual and audio feedback to indicate proximity to such items, offering an entertaining experience for users.

### How does the app detect metal?

The app utilizes the iPhone's magnetometer to measure the magnetic field. When the device is placed near ferromagnetic objects like speakers, phones, or keys, the magnetometer detects changes in the magnetic field, which the app interprets as a metal detection.

### Is this a real metal detector?

No, this app is intended for entertainment purposes only and does not provide true metal detector functionality. It simulates metal detection using the phone's sensors for fun and amusement.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include visual and audio feedback, adjustable sensitivity levels for the alarm, the ability to turn audio feedback on or off, a nice user interface, and a fun mode that can be triggered using the proximity sensor.

### Can I use this app to find real treasures?

This app is designed for entertainment and fun, not for serious treasure hunting. While it simulates metal detection, it does not have the capability to find actual buried or hidden metal objects in the real world.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2020-06-30

- Update and bug fixes for iOS 13+

### 2.1 — 2017-12-29

- Support for iPhone X

### 2.0 — 2017-10-23

- iOS 10+ only
- Completely rewritten.

### 1.5 — 2017-08-20

- iOS 7+ only
- Bugfixes

### 1.4 — 2013-08-12

- App updated for iOS 6.0 and later (dropped support for earlier versions)

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