Best Hand Held Metal Detector Apps

243+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 243+ hand held metal detector apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Hand Held Metal Detector Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Hand Held Metal DetectorHand Held Metal DetectorFree3.7★ (52)NoYesOct 2026
2Metal Detector EMFMetal Detector EMFFree4.6★ (2.5K)NoYesNov 2026
3Metal Detector & Scanner PROMetal Detector & Scanner PRO$0.99—NoNoOct 2026
4Metal Detector & Stud FinderMetal Detector & Stud FinderFree4.1★ (54)YesYesNov 2026
5Metal Detector°Metal Detector°Free4.4★ (258)YesYesOct 2026
6DIY Metal Detector (Au,Ag,Fe)DIY Metal Detector (Au,Ag,Fe)Free3.8★ (27)NoYesOct 2026
7Smart Metal Detector & EMFSmart Metal Detector & EMFFree4.4★ (270)YesYesOct 2026
8Drusilla Metal Detector AIDrusilla Metal Detector AIFree—NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Hand Held Metal Detector

3.7(52 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a functional metal detector. It utilizes the device's magnetometer to identify ferromagnetic metals like steel, iron, gold, and silver. Easily scan bags or pockets for hidden metal objects with vibration mode for discretion.

Metal Detector EMF#2

Metal Detector EMF by ExaMobile S.A.

Find metals and magnetic field
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.6😊(2.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Surprisingly accurate
  • 🔍 Helpful for finding lost items
  • 💡 Innovative use of phone sensors
  • 🔍 Useful for locating property markers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 🔍 Limited detection range
  • 🔍 Only detects magnetic metals
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
Metal Detector & Scanner PRO#3

Metal Detector & Scanner PRO by Muhammad Aqib

Lets you Detect Metals around!
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
0.0(0 ratings)
$0.99
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This utility app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a functional metal detector using its magnetic sensor. It displays real-time readings and can alert you with a beep when unusual metal activity is detected. Enjoy an ad-free experience while exploring for metals.

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FAQ about Hand Held Metal Detector

What are the best hand held metal detector apps for iPhone?
Hand Held Metal Detector tops our hand held metal detector apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 3.7-star average from 52 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top hand held metal detector apps we rank are free to download, including Hand Held Metal Detector and Metal Detector EMF.
Hand Held Metal Detector has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 243+ hand held metal detector apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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