Magnetometer ∞ vs Metal Detector
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Magnetometer ∞
Visualize magnetic fields in real-time with precision charts and monitor X, Y, Z axis readings. Ideal for scientific research, education, and field work, this app offers professional-grade accuracy and an intuitive interface for easy data interpretation.
- Real-time magnetic field visualization
- X, Y, Z axis readings in microteslas
- Scientific research tool
- Educational aid
- Field work companion
- Intuitive interface
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Magnetometer Visualizer - Explore the invisible magnetic world - Visualize magnetic fields in real-time with precision charts - Monitor X, Y, Z axis readings in microteslas (µT) - Perfect for scientific research, education, and field work - Professional-grade accuracy for reliable measurements - Clean, intuitive interface for easy data interpretation Whether you're a researcher, student, or professional, unlock the power of magnetic field analysis with stunning real-time visualization. Privacy Policy: https://apps.fawkeswei.com/magnetometer/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Metal Detector
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Find hidden screws, nails and steel objects with your iPhone's built-in magnetometer. IronScope shows the live magnetic field in µT and beeps faster as you get closer. Works fully offline — no ads, no account. WHAT IT FINDS • Steel screws and nails behind drywall (a quick way to locate where a stud is fastened) • Iron and steel objects, magnets and magnetic mounts at close range • Changes in the magnetic field around electronics and accessories IronScope detects ferromagnetic metal only. It cannot see wood, plastic, aluminum or copper, and it does not locate wooden studs directly — it finds the metal fasteners in them. KEY FEATURES • Real-time magnetic field reading in µT with a color-coded gauge • Audio alert that speeds up near strong signals • Scan Confidence card: sensor, baseline, signal and next step at a glance • Works on iPhone and iPad models with a magnetometer • Calibrated magnetometer readings (the system-calibrated field, not the phone’s raw sensor bias) • Automatic baseline when you open the app, plus a figure-8 prompt if the sensor needs calibration IRONSCOPE PRO • Saved calibration to your local baseline • Signal Marks: save up to 7 readings and recheck the same spot later • Live signal history and 60 Hz high-precision sampling • CSV export of your readings HOW IT WORKS The magnetometer reads the ambient field, often 25–65 µT from the Earth alone. IronScope compares the live reading with a baseline and shows the excess as signal strength. Readings vary by phone model, orientation, cases, magnets and nearby electronics. LIMITATIONS A phone magnetometer is not a professional metal detector. Range is a few centimeters. Do not use IronScope for security screening, mining, locating buried pipes or cables, or any safety decision. PRIVACY Readings are processed on your device. No location, audio, analytics, ads or tracking. SUBSCRIPTION INFO • Yearly Pro includes a 3-day free trial. • Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Manage or cancel in App Store > Account > Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://frexx.top/ironscope/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://frexx.top/ironscope/terms.html Support: https://frexx.top/ironscope/support.html Email: zemixo.git@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Metal Detector at none against Magnetometer ∞'s shown. Metal Detector also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Magnetometer ∞ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Metal Detector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.59 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Magnetometer ∞ ships an update fortnightly, Metal Detector every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Magnetometer ∞ | Metal Detector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (59 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 59 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Fawkes Wei | 杰 向 |
In-app purchases
Magnetometer ∞
- Weekly$1.997 Days
- Lifetime$9.99
Metal Detector
- IronScope Pro Weekly$1.597 Days
- IronScope Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.901 Year
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