Stud Finder゜ vs Metal Detector Map Tracker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stud Finder゜
This application utilizes your iPhone's magnetometer to detect metal objects, helping you locate hidden studs behind walls. It's designed to quickly find wood studs concealed by drywall, plasterboard, or stucco. Performance may vary based on wall construction and phone accessories.
- Detects studs using magnetometer
- Locates metal objects
- Works through drywall, plasterboard, stucco
- Quick stud detection
- Removable case recommended for best performance
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STUD FINDER / DETECTOR This app will help you to detect studs. It uses the magnetometer to measure the magnetic field when your iPhone is placed near any metal objects. You can quickly detect wood studs hidden under walls, drywall, plasterboard or stucco. DISCLAIMER: The performance of the app is limited by the construction of the wall, presence of a phone cover and/or the material of the nails in the studs. INSTRUCTIONS: If your device has an external case then please remove it before using this app.
Metal Detector Map Tracker
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MetalDetectorMap is the ultimate metal detecting app, designed for treasure hunters who want to track their search paths, mark discoveries, and avoid covering the same ground twice. Whether you're a beginner or a professional in metal detecting, this app helps you stay organized and maximize your finds.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Metal Detector Map Tracker at none against Stud Finder゜'s 1. Metal Detector Map Tracker also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Stud Finder゜'s advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 8 months). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Stud Finder゜ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Metal Detector Map Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.
Stud Finder゜ ships an update every 4 months, Metal Detector Map Tracker every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stud Finder゜ | Metal Detector Map Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (4.9K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 35.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4.9K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 8 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hanja Devi | bruno Parente |
Bugs and requests
Stud Finder゜
Reported bugs
3 issues- Constant false positive stud detection
- App crashes or freezes
- Sensitivity settings not working as expected
Requested features
4 requests- Improved stud detection accuracy
- Better calibration options
- More intuitive user interface
- Compatibility with older devices
Metal Detector Map Tracker
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Stud Finder゜
- Remove Ads$9.99
Metal Detector Map Tracker
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Stud Finder゜ free?
Is Metal Detector Map Tracker free?
Do Stud Finder゜ or Metal Detector Map Tracker have ads?
Which is updated more often, Stud Finder゜ or Metal Detector Map Tracker?
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