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Metal Detector - Stud Finder

Metal Detector - Stud Finder

Magnetic Field Meter Pro

416 ratings
18 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 21, 2022
  • July 29, 2025

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This app uses your phone's magnetic sensor to detect nearby metal objects like keys, coins, or wires within walls. It also includes a suite of useful virtual tools such as a tape measure, ruler, protractor, and level.

✓Metal detection
✓Virtual tape measure
✓Protractor
✓Ruler
✓Level tool
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Metal Detector. Based on 416 reviews and a 4.6/5 average, it highlights the 8 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Utilities app.

Positive things

  • 👍Useful for finding lost items
  • 👍Accurate metal detection
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 💡Includes helpful bonus tools (protractor, level, tape measure, ruler)
  • 👍Works well for mapping rebar in foundations
  • 👍Can detect metal through concrete (5 inches)
  • 👍Better copper detection than other apps
  • 👍Performed better than a handheld detector at times

Negative things

  • 🐛Difficulty cancelling subscription
  • 🐛Does not work for finding studs
  • 🐛Stops working after initial use
  • 🐛Inconsistent performance (same noise all over wall)
  • 🐛Does not detect metal (e.g., keys) even when phone is on top
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What's New in Metal Detector

1.0.4

July 29, 2025

Bug fixes and other improvements.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Metal Detector Premium Pack

Gives Full Access to All Features

$0.997 Days
7 Days trial
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User reviews

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Very Impressive

I think it uses the wireless charging thing in the phone, but I’m very impressed. It won’t work as well as an actual metal detector, obviously, but if you turn up the sensitivity if you aren’t around a lot of metal and turn it down if you are, you’ll be fine. FYI once it finds something, you have to kind of move very slowly to find the precise location, as it has some kind of slight delay. Also, when you pull away from the location that the app says the metal is, turn the scanner off then back on before you use again. I found it goes kind of unpredictably haywire once it goes off for a couple of seconds, which can be mitigated by turning the scanner off and on. It’s a 5 star for an app, but compared to a real metal scanner it’s closer to a 3 star. It gets the job done and genuinely impressed me. Hope this helps anyone. It helped me determine whether the stud in my room was wood or metal.
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Response from developer

Thank you for such a detailed review! We’re really glad the app impressed you and helped you get the job done. We also appreciate you sharing your experience with the sensitivity and scanning delay — feedback like this helps us improve the app. Thanks for the 5 stars!

It worked

This app help me track my medal it was very useful
RosieRosie

Response from developer

Thank you for your review. We’re glad the app was useful and helped you track your medal. If you have any suggestions or ideas, feel free to share them.

found it hard to cancel

this seemed like a fine app, but it didn’t help with finding studs, which was what I needed. the problem is that i couldn’t find an option to cancel my “subscription” in the app - sent them an email, hope that works!
Professor HorribleProfessor Horrible

Response from developer

Hello! Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry that the app did not help you with finding studs. If the issue of canceling your subscription is still relevant, please additionally contact our support team through the "Settings" — "Support" section in the app, and we will definitely help you resolve this issue. Thank you for your patience, and we hope to improve your experience!

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Response from developer

Thank you for your positive review and for rating our app so highly!

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Thank you for your positive review and for rating our app so highly!

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App stops working after first day

Bug

App makes the same noise all over the wall

Bug

App fails to detect metal objects like keys or belt buckles

Bug
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Requested Features

1 request

Option to cancel subscription within the app

Feature

FAQ

What does this app do?

This app functions as a metal detector by measuring the magnetic field around your smartphone. It can help you locate lost metal objects such as keys or coins, and even detect wires within walls. Additionally, it provides a set of virtual measuring tools.

What kind of metal can this app detect?

The app detects magnetic metal objects, including those made of iron, nickel, steel, and their alloys. It's important to note that it will not detect non-magnetic metals like silver, gold, or copper coins as they do not possess a magnetic field.

What are the virtual tools included in the app?

The app comes equipped with several basic virtual tools to assist with various tasks. These include a virtual tape measure for length measurements, a ruler for precise markings, a protractor for angle measurements, and a level tool to ensure surfaces are even.

How much does the app cost?

The app operates on a subscription model. Users can choose from various subscription options, including 1-week, 1-month, and 12-month plans, with prices starting from $0.99 for the weekly option. Pricing may vary based on your country.

What devices is this app compatible with?

This app utilizes the magnetic sensor built into your smartphone. While the description doesn't specify exact operating system versions, it is designed to work on smartphones equipped with a functional magnetic sensor.