# Metal Finder - Magnetometer and Teslameter with Magnetic Field Detector

> Metal detector app using phone's magnetometer to find magnetic metals. (iPhone/iPad app by margaret kovatch.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-finder-magnetometer-and-teslameter-with-magnetic-field-detector/id976926623 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [margaret kovatch](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039651981)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2015-04-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-finder-magnetometer-and-teslameter-with-magnetic-field-detector/id976926623/reviews.md

## What is Metal Finder?

This app works like a portable metal detector. By detecting nearby electromagnetic fields using the phone's built-in magnetometer/compass, you can locate nearby metal and magnets. You can also use it to find metallic studs and wiring behind walls. Works with only magnetic metal (steel, iron etc). 

The magnetic field level(EMF) in nature is about 49μT(micro tesla) or 490mG(milli gauss); 1μT = 10mG. You will see this value by default.

## Key features

- Detects electromagnetic fields
- Locates nearby metal and magnets
- Finds studs and wiring behind walls
- Utilizes phone's magnetometer/compass
- Works with magnetic metals only

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-finder-magnetometer-and-teslameter-with-magnetic-field-detector/id976926623/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Increase range

*2016-05-24*

Sensitivity Range should be dramatically improved. Currently only heavy metal can be detected fair enough. Something like aluminum or stainless steel only by almost direct contact

### 5/5 — Amazing😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃

*2015-08-18*

It works how!!😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱 found a lot of metal I expected a fake but it works ;)

### 3/5 — Sweet!!!! :>

*2015-05-04*

I'm at my house and I found tons of iron

## Frequently asked questions about Metal Finder

### What is Metal Finder?

Metal Finder is a utility app that uses your phone's built-in magnetometer to detect electromagnetic fields and locate magnetic metals, as well as metallic studs and wiring behind walls.

### Does Metal Finder work with all types of metal?

No, Metal Finder only works with magnetic metals such as steel and iron. It cannot detect non-magnetic metals like aluminum or copper.

### How accurate is Metal Finder?

The app relies on the phone's magnetometer. The magnetic field level in nature is approximately 49μT (micro tesla) or 490mG (milli gauss), which is displayed by default. Accuracy can vary based on device hardware and environmental interference.

### What devices does Metal Finder support?

Metal Finder is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### Is Metal Finder free to use?

Yes, Metal Finder is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with its use.

### Does Metal Finder have ads?

No, Metal Finder does not contain advertisements. It is an ad-free application.

### When was Metal Finder last updated?

The latest version of Metal Finder, 1.0.3, was last updated on March 1, 2016.

### What is the age rating for Metal Finder?

Metal Finder has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.3 — 2016-03-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

New features

### 1.0.2 — 2015-10-29

Small Improvements

### 1.0.1 — 2015-08-12

Small Improvements

### 1.0 — 2015-04-08

No release notes.

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