Best Magnetic Field Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our magnetic field list covers 247+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Magnetic Field Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1EMF & Magnetic DetectorEMF & Magnetic DetectorFree4.6★ (439)YesYesSep 2026
2Magnetic Field Metal DetectorMagnetic Field Metal DetectorFree4.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
3Physics Toolbox Sensor SuitePhysics Toolbox Sensor SuiteFree4.7★ (1.8K)NoYesSep 2026
4Metal Detector EMFMetal Detector EMFFree4.7★ (2.4K)NoYesSep 2026
5Tesla - Metal detector and Magnetic field recorderTesla - Metal detector and Magnetic field recorderFree4.4★ (117)YesYesAug 2026
6EMF Field Detector RF ScannerEMF Field Detector RF Scanner$4.994.5★ (5.5K)YesYesSep 2026
7Whiteboard - SimpleWhiteboard - SimpleFree3.3★ (12)YesNoSep 2026
8Magnetic Field ScannerMagnetic Field ScannerFree4.3★ (12)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Magnetic Field

EMF & Magnetic Detector#1

EMF & Magnetic Detector by Jose Bello

Detect wires & metal fast
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.6😊(439 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app uses your device's magnetometer to detect magnetic and electromagnetic fields. It helps locate metal objects, hidden wires, pipes, and even wood studs behind walls. Get real-time readings and alerts to explore your surroundings.

What We Love

  • ⭐ Accurate magnetic detection
  • 👍 Easy to use and intuitive
  • 🔍 Helpful for finding hidden metal objects
  • 🔧 Useful for troubleshooting mechanical issues (e.g., magnetized watches)

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Ads can be intrusive in free version
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data collection
  • 🔋 Potential impact on device battery life
Magnetic Field Metal Detector#2

Magnetic Field Metal Detector by 三三 杨

Find Metal & Detect EMF
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This utility app uses your device's magnetometer to measure magnetic fields, detect EMF, and visualize magnetic data in real-time. It can help identify magnetic metal objects by sensing disturbances in the surrounding magnetic field and offers customizable alerts.

Physics Toolbox Sensor Suite#3

Physics Toolbox Sensor Suite by Chrystian Vieyra

Sensor Data Visualization Tool
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.7(1.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app turns your smartphone into a scientific instrument suite, enabling measurement, recording, analysis, and export of real-time sensor data. It offers tools for kinematics, acoustics, light, magnetism, and more, suitable for students, educators, researchers, and hobbyists.

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FAQ about Magnetic Field

What are the best magnetic field apps for iPhone?
EMF & Magnetic Detector tops our magnetic field apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 439 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 16 of the top magnetic field apps we rank are free to download, including EMF & Magnetic Detector and Magnetic Field Metal Detector.
EMF & Magnetic Detector shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ magnetic field apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app uses your device's built-in magnetometer to detect and measure magnetic and electromagnetic fields. It can help you locate ferromagnetic metal objects like wires, pipes, coins, and keys, as well as discover hidden wood studs behind walls or plasterboard.
The app leverages your device's magnetic sensor to quantify the intensity of the magnetic field. When placed near ferromagnetic materials, these fields cause a disturbance, leading to an increase in the readings displayed by the app. An active detection beep alerts you when a certain limit is reached.

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