# The Detectory — for Detectorists & Clubs > for Detectorists & Clubs (iPhone/iPad app by Orange Pixel Limited.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-detectory/id6755717176 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Orange Pixel Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855817761) - Category: Productivity, Utilities - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 72 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2026-05-20 - Data updated: 2026-08-21 - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-detectory/id6755717176/reviews.md ## What is The Detectory? The Detectory is the all-in-one app built for the metal detecting community. Whether you run a club, lead a group of friends, or just love a good day out with the detector, it brings everything you need into one place. Run your club • Create or join a detecting club in minutes • Manage members with role-based permissions • Set custom rules, dig points, and priority RSVPs • Keep private club discussions away from public eyes Plan events • Organise digs and meet-ups with full event details • Drop precise locations using GPS, what3words, or worldwide address search • Draw field boundaries on satellite maps so members know exactly where to swing • Send automatic event reminders to attendees • Track RSVPs and attendance Log every find • Record finds with photos, location, depth, material, and notes • GPS-accurate find locations with what3words for later reference • Estimate dates and link finds to specific events • Find locations are private — only you and your club admins ever see coordinates Identify finds with AI (Pro) • Snap a photo — both sides for coins — and get an AI identification in seconds • Suggests object name, period, date range, material, condition, rarity, and historical context • Pre-fills your Log Find form so you can save in a tap • Not happy with the result? Add what you can see ("I can read COMF on the reverse") and ask the AI to try again • Always verify with your FLO or trusted reference for important finds — AI suggestions aren't always right, especially for anything that may qualify as Treasure Explore the ground • High-quality satellite imagery worldwide • LIDAR terrain overlay (UK) reveals earthworks, ridge-and-furrow, and lost paths invisible from above — a secret weapon for spotting promising sites • Adjustable layer opacity to blend satellite and LIDAR • Open in your favourite maps app for navigation Stay connected • Real-time push notifications for events, comments, and posts • Share posts with photos, video, and rich detail • Comment, react, and discuss with your club Privacy first Find locations are never visible to other members or the public. Private finds stay private to you alone. Club finds are visible only to fellow members and admins. Your data stays yours. The Detectory Pro • Unlimited clubs (run or join more than one) • Unlimited members per club • Up to 5 images per post or find • AI find identification — identify coins, artefacts, jewellery and more from a photo (daily limits apply) • Plus more Pro features rolling out regularly Free users get one club, ten members, and one image per post — plenty to get started. Built by a detectorist, for detectorists. Got a feature you'd love? Use the in-app feedback or visit thedetectory.com. Happy detecting! ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Pro Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month | | Pro Subscription Yearly | $69.99 | per year | ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.4.1 — 2026-08-13 New in v1.4.1 - Map detail and event updates. You club settings now show several updates including the ability to allow members to see who is attending your digs so they can coordinate between themselves. ### 1.3.6 — 2026-07-30 After some thoughtful user feedback we've added @ links to clubs and channels as well as improving YouTube links and thumbnails for posts. We updated the Events tab with all upcoming events, not just the ones you are attending. Thanks for your help everyone. It means the world that you are enjoying the app. ### 1.3.0 — 2026-07-03 New "event today" shortcuts on your home feed, Events tab, and club pages for one-tap access to event details and maps, a choice of Apple Maps, Google Maps, or Waze when opening directions, and a new compass on the map. ### 1.2.2 — 2026-06-12 You asked and we listened! • Light mode is now available. Just select your preference from the side menu. • We also added the ability to bookmark your club as your home screen so when you go into the app you will be straight where you want to be. Just tap the bookmark icon on the top of your club page. • Some bug fixes and layout issues have also been solved. ### 1.1.4 — 2026-06-09 New to v1.1.4 • Share your club & events — new share button to send a link via WhatsApp, Messages, social media or email. • Tap-to-open links — shared links now open straight to the right club or event in the app, and send new people to download it. • Invite friends — quickly share the app from the menu. • Club admins control sharing — a new "Allow sharing" toggle in club settings. • Tidier bottom navigation and various bug fixes & stability improvements. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. 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