# Wall Stud Finder

> Mobile stud finder app using magnetometer to detect metal fasteners in wall studs. (iPhone/iPad app by Landon Mutch.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wall-stud-finder/id1134572179 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Landon Mutch](https://appshunter.io/developer/902820684)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 1.20/5 from 26 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.1 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-07-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wall-stud-finder/id1134572179/reviews.md

## What is Wall Stud Finder?

Need to quickly detect wood studs hidden under drywall, plasterboard, or stucco in order to safely and securely hang a picture, shelf, TV or other wall fixture? Studfinder turns your mobile device into a stud detector tool! Studfinder uses your device's compass (magnetometer) sensor to precisely pinpoint metal studs, nails, screws, and other metal fasteners embedded in all wooden wall studs. A stud detector is essential for DIYs to securely hanging heavy wall fixtures and ensures the fasteners are well anchored in the solid wall studs hidden beneath the drywall.

This app operates in a similar manner to other hand-held stud detector tools: as you move the device along the wall, the LED lights light up in sequence as your device's magnetometer approaches the stud. However, modern mobile devices do not have a density sensor (which is used in real studfinder tools), so Studfinder uses your compass (magnetometer) sensor instead. The compass sensor detects subtle changes in the background magnetic fields caused by the conductive metal fasteners that are located in all wooden studs. Because of the lack of a density sensor in mobile devices, studfinder apps cannot detect wood studs themselves, but instead, detect the metal fasteners in the studs. Please keep this difference in mind when using Studfinder. 

Features:
- Automatic sensor check
- Active detection button
- Stability indicator (Green LED)
- 3 detection level indicators (Red LEDs)
- 10 sensitivity levels (for various drywall thicknesses)
- Toggle-able detection beeper
- Easy to follow, in-app DIY instructions

There is also a quick video tutorial that shows how the app works on my website: http://toadlybroodle.ca/portfolio/apps/stud-finder-app/

Thanks for downloading and using my app. I have constantly been updating and improving it since 2013, based on user feedback, in order to make it the most accurate, responsive, and easy to use stud finder app on the market. Please consider reviewing the app so future versions can be even further improved!

## Key features

- Detects metal fasteners in studs
- Automatic sensor check
- Stability indicator
- Multiple detection levels
- Adjustable sensitivity
- Toggle-able detection beeper
- In-app DIY instructions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wall-stud-finder/id1134572179/reviews.md

### 1/5 — The worst app

*2024-04-28*

Why do you allow apps like this? I couldn’t even get the video to load. Nothing lights up and no sounds. Please refund my money. Next time I’ll make sure that I read the reviews.

### 1/5 — Do not buy

*2023-11-04*

I can’t believe you can get away with taking money from people - this does not work.

### 1/5 — What a rip off!!

*2023-02-19*

I paid $3.99 for this and it doesn’t even work. I don’t see any type of LED lights. I want my money back.

### 1/5 — Rip-Off! Does NOT work at all!

*2020-08-21, version 1.0*

I want my money back! What a rip-off! That should be illegal! Don’t t you have a duty or care?! Disgraceful!

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2020-03-22, version 1.0*

According to this we don’t have any studs in our walls!

### 1/5 — What a waste

*2019-08-22, version 1.0*

Can’t get it to work and their support won’t give me back my $5.49. What a rip off.

### 1/5 — Does Not Work

*2019-05-21*

I want my money back now !!!!

### 1/5 — Nab098

*2019-04-02*

Doesn’t work won’t open refund please

### 1/5 — Waste of money

*2019-02-19, version 1.0*

Waste of money. It’s useless

### 1/5 — Does not work at all

*2018-11-17, version 1.0*

Does not work at all, shouldn’t even get one star!

## Frequently asked questions about Wall Stud Finder

### What does the Wall Stud Finder app do?

This app turns your mobile device into a stud detector. It uses your phone's compass (magnetometer) sensor to pinpoint metal fasteners like nails and screws embedded in wooden wall studs, allowing you to safely hang items on your walls.

### How does the app detect studs?

The app detects subtle changes in the magnetic field caused by metal fasteners within wall studs. As you move your device along the wall, LED indicators will light up when it gets close to these metal objects.

### Can this app detect wood studs directly?

No, this app cannot detect wood studs directly. Modern mobile devices lack the density sensor found in professional stud finder tools. Instead, it detects the metal fasteners that are present in all wooden studs.

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

Key features include an automatic sensor check, stability indicator, three detection level indicators, ten sensitivity levels for different drywall thicknesses, a toggle-able detection beeper, and in-app DIY instructions.

### Is this app compatible with all phones?

The app relies on the device's compass (magnetometer) sensor. While it aims for broad compatibility, performance may vary depending on the specific sensor quality and implementation on your mobile device.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2016-07-18

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

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## More apps by Landon Mutch

- [StudFinder Tool](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studfinder-tool/id902820681)
- [Wall Stud Detector](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wall-stud-detector/id1134817906)

All apps by Landon Mutch: https://appshunter.io/developer/902820684

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