Comparison

Metal Detector EMF vs EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Metal Detector EMF

This application uses your smartphone's magnetic sensor to detect nearby metal objects. It can help you find hidden metallic items, act as a treasure hunting tool, or even assist in ghost hunting by visualizing magnetic field trends. Requires a device with a magnetic sensor to function.

Highlights
  • Detects nearby metal
  • Measures magnetic field
  • Finds hidden metallic objects
  • Acts as a treasure hunter tool
  • Assists ghost hunters
  • Visualizes reading trends with a graph
Features
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Metal Detector EMF detects the presence of metal nearby. Metal detectors measure magnetic field value using a magnetic sensor that is built into your smartphone. Now You can easily find metallic objects that are hidden underground, behind walls etc. , or be a treasure hunter or ghost hunters, also see a reading trend through the graph. Simple app in your device called Gauss Meter are used for measuring the Earth's magnetic field but can't detect silver, gold, copper coins (non-ferrous - no magnetic field). This Magnetometer app require a magnetic sensor otherwise does not work.

About

EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)

Detect electromagnetic fields with your device's built-in sensor. This tool displays live readings, historical data, and allows unit conversion. Ideal for paranormal investigators and environmental monitoring.

Highlights
  • Live EMF reading display
  • Historical readings with timelapse graph
  • Mirotesla (uT) and Milligauss (mG) unit toggle
  • Minimum and maximum reading display
  • Integrated flashlight control
  • Sound and vibration alerts
  • X, Y, Z axis readings
Features
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A simple yet effective EMF detector! This emf reader is as ACCURATE as the sensor of your device. You can use this simple EMF meter to detect (Electromagnetic Fields). Which is given off by many electrical devices, power cables and even ghosts! Its suitable for paranormal investigators. And for detecting dangerous levels of EMF within your environment. Our EMF detector app offers more functionality and sensory data than most competitive apps. The live EMF reading is shown, as well as previous readings with the timelapse graph. You can switch between Mirotesla (uT) and Milligauss (mG) measurement units. The minimum and maximum readings or also kept on screen throughout your session on the app. The large bright LED's with different colours will show the strength level of the emf reader. Sound and vibrations can be turned on and off so you don't miss any spikes. Our EMF meter includes a light option to turn your devices flashlight on and off. Which is ideal for paranormal investigations who wish to ghost hunt in the dark. X, Y, Z readings also help show the axis on which the strongest readings are being detected. Features - Current EMF reading displayed - Previous EMF readings are shown on the graph - The minimum and maximum readings are displayed - Toggle for Mirotesla (uT) and Milligauss (mG) - Flashlight can be turned on and off - Large coloured lights show EMF reading strength - No ads - Sound and vibration can be turned on and off - Screen will not lock whilst in use - EMF Meter with well-presented UI - X,Y,Z axis displayed This EMF meter uses the built-in magnetic sensor (compass) inside your device. And displays the live reading with a line of coloured LEDs, giving you a clear view of EMF levels. You can switch between units of measurement Mirotesla (uT) and Milligauss (mG) quickly and easily with a toggle button. You can use this EMF detector to quickly measure and magnetism and electromagnetism, earths geomagnetic field, ghosts and electrical devices. Our EMF reader detector for E.M.F, magnets, metals, ghosts and paranormal entities. IMPORTANT: This EMF detector uses your devices built in magnetic sensor. If your phone or device does not have this sensor, the app will not display any measurements. If the readings are 0, it means that this app is not able to work on your device. Please avoid placing your phone near high voltage electrical devices like transformers, as you may damage it. Use our EMF reader at your own risk.

Screenshots

Metal Detector EMF4 screens
EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Metal Detector EMF at Free against EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)'s $4.99. Metal Detector EMF also leads on review sentiment (68% vs 25%) and rating (4.7 vs 1.0). EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 months). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Metal Detector EMF is free to download; EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) costs $4.99 up front. Metal Detector EMF sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Metal Detector EMF holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Metal Detector EMF has 2.4K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Metal Detector EMF's written reviews are positive against 25% of EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Metal Detector EMF ships an update every 9 months, EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Metal Detector EMF versus EMF Analytics (EMF Detector): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMetal Detector EMFEMF Analytics (EMF Detector)
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.7 (2.4K ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews68.4% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.4K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#199 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperExaMobile S.A.SPIRITSHACK LTD

Customer experience

Metal Detector EMF

All ratings2,390 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral3.3%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews475 reviews
Positive68.4%
Neutral5.3%
Negative26.3%

EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and requests

Metal Detector EMF

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Settings page not functioning
  • App crashes on some devices
  • Inaccurate readings in certain situations

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to detect non-magnetic metals
  • Improved sensitivity and detection range
  • Option to calibrate the sensor
  • Metal identification feature

EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Metal Detector EMF

One-time1
  • AdBlock - Remove ads$1.99
None

EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Metal Detector EMF free?
Metal Detector EMF is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) free?
EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Metal Detector EMF or EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)?
Metal Detector EMF is rated higher. Metal Detector EMF averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Metal Detector EMF or EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) have ads?
Neither Metal Detector EMF nor EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Metal Detector EMF or EMF Analytics (EMF Detector)?
Metal Detector EMF ships an update every 9 months, and EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) every 4 days. Most recently, Metal Detector EMF was updated on October 26, 2026 and EMF Analytics (EMF Detector) on October 27, 2026.

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