Listings typically report detection depths from about 4 inches up to 10 inches. Pinpointers and kids' models commonly show around 4–4.5 inches, while full‑size detectors may advertise depths up to about 10 inches.
Common modes include All Metal, Discrimination/Notch, Jewelry, Pinpoint (PP), memory/sniff functions and specialized modes for tokens or gold. Many listings show 4–5 selectable modes that include pinpoint and discrimination features.
Many listings specify IP68‑rated waterproof search coils (suitable for shallow water and wet sand). A few items, including some pinpointers, are described as fully IP68‑waterproof to specific depths. Several descriptions also note the control box or LCD is not waterproof even when the coil is.
Detectors commonly use numeric target IDs and on‑screen indicators, multi‑tone audio prompts (typically low/medium/high or three tones), and visual cues on the display to differentiate iron, coins and higher‑conductivity metals such as copper, silver and gold.
Product details list several setups: some items state “No Battery Used,” many full‑size detectors list “2 × 9‑Volt Alkaline,” others list “2 × AA Alkaline,” and a few entries require a single 9‑volt battery.
Kits commonly include accessories such as headphones or earphones, shovels or folding digging tools, carry bags or backpacks, batteries, holsters or pouches, and instruction manuals. Some bundles also list extras like a compass, elastic cord/holster or pinpointer‑specific items.
