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Best Magnetic Field Detector Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

The best magnetic field detector apps on iPhone average 4.6★ across 248+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated August 2026.

Compare top Magnetic Field Detector Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1EMF & Magnetic DetectorEMF & Magnetic DetectorFree4.6★ (417)YesYesAug 2026
2EMF Radiation Detector ReaderEMF Radiation Detector ReaderFree4.5★ (4.7K)YesYesAug 2026
3Metal Detector EMFMetal Detector EMFFree4.7★ (2.4K)NoYesAug 2026
4Magnetic Field Metal DetectorMagnetic Field Metal DetectorFree4.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
5Magnetic Field ScannerMagnetic Field ScannerFree4.3★ (12)NoYesAug 2026
6Metal Detector and Spy CameraMetal Detector and Spy CameraFree4.2★ (11K)NoYesAug 2026
7Magnet Meter - Field DetectorMagnet Meter - Field DetectorFree—YesYesJun 2026
8Tesla - Metal detector and Magnetic field recorderTesla - Metal detector and Magnetic field recorderFree4.4★ (117)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Magnetic Field Detector

EMF & Magnetic Detector#1

EMF & Magnetic Detector by Jose Bello

Detect wires & metal fast
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.6😊(417 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
EMF Radiation Detector Reader#2

EMF Radiation Detector Reader by Rounding Squares BV

Detect Magnetic Field Meter
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(4.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Detect electromagnetic fields (EMF) around you using your phone's sensors. Identify high-radiation zones in your home and workplace to better organize your environment and potentially improve well-being. Measure EMF emitted by various electronic devices and appliances.

What We Love

  • 👍 Works well around microwave
  • 👍 Consistent results
  • 👍 Useful tool for detecting EMF
  • 👍 Legit EMF detection

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Ads cover reading numbers
  • 🔍 Unclear how to interpret readings
  • ⚠️ Questionable accuracy, only detects magnets
Metal Detector EMF#3

Metal Detector EMF by ExaMobile S.A.

Find metals and magnetic field
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.7😊(2.4K 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 🔍 Limited detection range
  • 🔍 Only detects magnetic metals

More Magnetic Field Detector apps to explore

4
Magnetic Field Metal Detector
Magnetic Field Metal Detector
Magnetic Field Metal Detector
Find Metal & Detect EMF
Free

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.

Magnetic field strength measurementEMF detectionReal-time XYZ magnetic sensor data
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
5
Magnetic Field Scanner
Magnetic Field Scanner
Magnetic Field Scanner
Detect Hidden Devices Nearby
Free

This utility app uses your phone's magnetometer to detect unusual magnetic field spikes, which may indicate the presence of hidden electronic devices. It provides real-time alerts, visual graphs, and customizable sensitivity to help you scan your surroundings for potential privacy threats.

Real-time magnetic field scanningHidden device alerts with adjustable sensitivityLive visual graph of magnetic signals
🔧 Utilities
(12)
free with in-app purchases
6
Metal Detector and Spy Camera
Metal Detector and Spy Camera
Metal Detector and Spy Camera
Cam Device and Stud Finder
Free

This app acts as a versatile detection toolkit, helping you find hidden metal objects, magnetic fields, and potential spy cameras. It also includes tools to check your WiFi network for unknown devices and scan your email for data breaches, enhancing your safety and aiding home improvement projects.

Metal detectorMagnetic field detectorWiFi device scanner
🔧 Utilities
(11K)
subscription
7
Magnet Meter - Field Detector
Magnet Meter - Field Detector
Magnet Meter - Field Detector
Magnetometer & Metal Finder
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
8
Tesla - Metal detector and Magnetic field recorder
Tesla - Metal detector and Magnetic field recorder
Tesla - Metal detector and Magnetic field recorder
by Exelerus
Free

Transform your device into a metal detector and magnetic field scanner. Measure, record, and analyze electromagnetic fields and metallic objects in real-time or over extended periods. Includes simulated mode for devices without a magnetometer.

Detect metallic objects and EMFReal-time magnetometer measurementsAutomated long-time recording
🔧 Utilities
(117)
free with in-app purchases
9
EMF Field Detector RF Scanner
EMF Field Detector RF Scanner
EMF Field Detector RF Scanner
Find Wave & Hidden Emitters
$4.99

Detect electromagnetic fields (EMF) using your device's sensors. Get alerted to high magnetic fields and potential radiation sources in your home. Useful for identifying hidden emitters and understanding your environment.

Detects electromagnetic fields (EMF)Warns of high magnetic fields with beepsMeasures magnetic force on three axes
🔧 Utilities
(5.5K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Physics Toolbox Sensor Suite
Physics Toolbox Sensor Suite
Physics Toolbox Sensor Suite
Sensor Data Visualization Tool
Free

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.

Real-time sensor data measurementData recording and analysisData export functionality
🔧 Utilities
(1.8K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Magnetic Field Detector
Magnetic Field Detector
Magnetic Field Detector
Detect ambient & near fields!
$0.99

This utility app detects and displays nearby magnetic fields using your device's compass. It can also function as a basic metal detector by measuring magnetic field strength.

Detects magnetic fieldsDisplays magnetic field strengthBasic metal detector functionality
🔧 Utilities
(0)
paid
12
Metal Detector - Gauss Meter
Metal Detector - Gauss Meter
Metal Detector - Gauss Meter
Magnetic field recorder
Free

This utility app transforms your iPhone into a metal detector using its built-in magnetometer. It measures magnetic fields to help you locate ferromagnetic objects like keys, coins, and electronics.

Measure magnetic fieldDetect coins and metalLocate metal objects
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
13
Emf Detector Radiation Reader
Emf Detector Radiation Reader
Emf Detector Radiation Reader
Detect hidden magnetic field
$4.99

Detect and track magnetic fields and potential EMF sources around you. Receive warnings for high readings and access guidelines for safe exposure levels. Monitor your environment and protect your health.

Track magnetic fields and high readingsDetects ferromagnetic metalsElectrosmog (EMP) detector
🔧 Utilities
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Physics Toolbox Magnetometer
Physics Toolbox Magnetometer
Physics Toolbox Magnetometer
Real-Time Field Strength Meter
Free

This app transforms your iPhone into a precise scientific instrument for measuring, visualizing, and recording magnetic fields. Explore magnetic field vectors, magnitudes, and compass headings with real-time charts and digital readouts. Ideal for educational experiments, lab work, or curious exploration.

Real-time magnetic field vector and magnitude displayChart, digital, and compass viewing modesData recording and CSV export
📚 Education
(7)
free
15
EMF Detector - Ghost Hunting
EMF Detector - Ghost Hunting
EMF Detector - Ghost Hunting
Detect Paranormal Activity
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Magnetic Sensor
Magnetic Sensor
Magnetic Sensor
Compass • Detector • Logger
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
Metal Detector – Magnet Finder
Metal Detector – Magnet Finder
Metal Detector – Magnet Finder
Find Metals with Your Phone
Free

This tool uses your phone's magnetic sensor to detect metal objects and measure magnetic field strength. It provides real-time readings, visual and audio alerts for increased fields, and a history graph to track changes.

Real-time magnetic field measurementAccurate metal detectionDial interface with instant response
🔧 Utilities
(15)
free with in-app purchases
18
RF Signal Detector, Anti Spy
RF Signal Detector, Anti Spy
RF Signal Detector, Anti Spy
Hidden Camera & Tracker Finder
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
Metal Detector Map Tracker
Metal Detector Map Tracker
Metal Detector Map Tracker
Metal Detector map tracker
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
20
Metal Detector. Magnetometer
Metal Detector. Magnetometer
Metal Detector. Magnetometer
by Alejandro Cordon Urena
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Magnetic Field Detector

What are the best magnetic field detector apps for iPhone?
EMF & Magnetic Detector tops our magnetic field detector apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 417 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top magnetic field detector apps we rank are free to download, including EMF & Magnetic Detector and EMF Radiation Detector Reader.
EMF & Magnetic Detector shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ magnetic field detector 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.