Best Waterproof Metal Detectors of 2020

When it comes to metal detectors, there are many detectors that are not waterproof, but many new detectors have hit the market in the last couple of years that are. Some are made to withstand water up to 10 feet deep, while some can even go further down in the water than that. The detectors that can go deeper than 10 feet are meant more for scuba diving, while the others were made for detecting in rivers and lakes. All of these detectors listed below are protected from rain so don’t let the weather stop you.

Some detectors are made to detect in freshwater while others are meant to work in saltwater, but we’ll get more into that on another blog at another time. This blog is about waterproof metal detectors. To get more information on detectors for wet sand, black sand, freshwater & saltwater, read our description details on our website. To help you narrow down the detector that matches your hobby and budget, I will include the normal retail price along with short descriptions with links so you can learn more about each one.

 

 

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF UNDERWATER METAL DETECTORS?

Aside from being waterproof, underwater metal detectors work differently to find metal through water, wet sand, and different textured ground. There are two types of metal detectors that work underwater: pulse induction (PI) metal detectors, and exceptionally low frequency (VLF) metal detectors. Pulse induction metal detectors work underwater by sending electronic pulses that are not affected by water and wet minerals. They send rapid electronic pulses that are sensitive to precious metals, so they can detect through the wet or mineralized ground. PI metal detectors are the best choice for use on beaches or for deeper treasure hunting.

Very low-frequency metal detectors work through water and wet surfaces, but the circuits are more affected by mineralized ground. You can adjust sensitivity settings as you search to ensure VLF metal detectors work through mineralized surfaces. They are extremely sensitive to coins and jewelry but will not detect every small piece of lesser metal.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us with questions. Our staff of professionals come with many years of experience and are eager to help outfit everyone with a detector. While you are shopping around, don’t forget about digging tools, accessories, and extra search coils. You can visit our Youtube Channel for videos on metal detectors, coils, and accessories.

 

Top 10 Waterproof Metal Detectors of 2020

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Fisher CZ-21 Quick Silver

Retail $1,099.00

You can go anywhere with the CZ-21 even 250 feet underwater. This machine is a go-anywhere, do anything, all-weather, target-ID machine that is leak proof to 250 feet. And its patented electronics make it deep seeking while it ignores the destabilizing effects of saltwater. It is the perfect target ID machine for the versatile treasure hunter who wants to hunt anywhere underwater, on the beach, in the surf, on dry land, and in all kinds of weather. Features: Use in Saltwater or Fresh Water, Submersible up to 2 meters.

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Minelab CTX 3030

Retail $2,499.00

The Minelab CTX 3030 is Treasure in America owner Timothy’s favorite metal detector! This all-terrain, the waterproof metal detector is a professional grade and high-performance detector for treasure hunting. It has the most accurate target identification on the market today, so treasure hunters can discover more historical treasures and hidden metals.

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Nokta | Makro Anfibio Multi

Retail $764.15

Whether you are at a park, ancient field, or beach, searching for coins, relics, or jewelry, the Anfibio Series will deliver superior depth, speed, and performance. No need to get frustrated navigating through multiple screens – The Anfibio’s single menu design offers very simple operation and saves valuable detecting time.

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Fisher 1280X-8 All-Purpose Detector

Retail $549.00

The 1280X is housed in the most rugged enclosure and has a collapsible pole assembly. A short pole assembly is desired when diving, but the full extension is preferred when standing or wading.  The 1280X is submersible to 250 feet. The control housing can be easily removed for hip mounting or it can be chest-mounted with an optional chest harness. The 1280X is known for being the best freshwater detector but can be used in saltwater.

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Minelab Excalibur II

Retail $1,499.00

Minelab’s unique Broad Band Spectrum (BBS) technology, combined with superior ground rejecting technology, makes the Excalibur II the ideal underwater machine. The design of the Minelab Excalibur II allows you to use it as effectively in or out of the water – this amphibious machine can move seamlessly from land, beach and wet sand conditions to underwater depths of up to 200ft (66m)

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Minelab Equinox 800

Retail $899.00

With innovative NEW simultaneous multi-frequency technology, the EQUINOX Series redefines all-purpose detecting for the serious enthusiast. Equally adaptable for all target types and ground conditions, just set your detecting location and go!

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Nokta Multi Kruzer

Retail $636.65

Get ready for a whole new metal detecting experience with the NEW Kruzer Series! The Multi Kruzer will bring hunted out sites back to life by offering the best performance and depth combined with its robust and waterproof design. The Multi Kruzer will bring hunted out sites back to life by offering the best performance and depth combined with its robust and waterproof design.

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Minelab Vanquish 540

Retail $369.00

The all-new Minelab Vanquish 540 will keep up with the best of them, including all the Vanquish series from Minelab. Now you can metal detect like a pro without having to break the bank. Metal detecting and treasure hunting is a great way to get outdoors and find treasures, but you need the right equipment to be successful. Metal detect like a pro. Now entry-level is the next level.

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Garrett AT Pro

Retail $552.45

This all-terrain detector offers new and exclusive Garrett technology that makes it ideal for hunting coins, relics, caches, jewelry, and even gold nuggets. Select from either Standard or Professional search modes with enhanced audio features. Highly Recommended – Coin Hunting, Jewelry Hunting, Relic Hunting, Cache Hunting, Prospecting.

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Garrett ATX

Retail $2546.56

The ATX performs head-to-head with the most expensive prospecting detectors in the world. The ATX has maximum detection on all targets all the time. No need to switch modes or switch coils to improve detection on small gold while degrading detection of larger nuggets. It has advanced pulse induction technology, a durable mil-spec design, a new DD coil design, and unrivaled PI sensitivity on tiny gold. The Garrett ATX is the ultimate gold detector for all terrains and extreme conditions.

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Nokta PulseDive 2-in-1

Retail $160.65

The best addition to your detecting gear! Why pay for a scuba detector and pointer separately when you can get them both with the PulseDive? Whether you are a professional diver, a vacationer, or simply a detectorist who loves to search both on land and underwater, the PulseDive 2-in-1 Set will be the best addition to your gear this year!

 

 

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Garrett Ace Apex Multi Flex

Garrett has successfully created the newest metal detector on the market, the Garrett Ace Apex |Multi Flex. Most of my blogs come from information that I’ve collected from the manufacturers and personal sales experience, but this time, I wanted to write about my opinions and thoughts of this detector.

To start off… Wow! I really like the style, color, and the light-weight of this detector. The first thing I noticed was the display screen. It reminds me of the XP Metal Detectors brand; thin and high-resolution graphics. I am big on style and functionalities when it comes to metal detectors and the Apex caught my attention right away. The next thing I noticed was the ‘Multi-Frequency Technology.’ I’ve been using many multi-frequency metal detectors lately and I feel when it comes to metal detecting for relics, coins, & caches, I really prefer multiple frequencies for sure.

Garrett Ace Apex |Multi Flex runs frequencies from 5, 10, 15, 20 kHz and it also has the multi salt mode as well. Again, I would say that I am impressed! Price is also an important factor. I have been known to use high-end metal detectors that are not cheap, but I am extremely interested in learning and using metal detectors that perform well at a great cost. The Apex starts at $424 without headphones and $492 with wireless headphones. That is another win for Garrett. Treasures in America has noticed that over half of our customers are looking for what we call “mid-grade” detectors for around $500 or under and many of the same questions are being asked…

Will it perform well?

Will it detect targets deeper than 6 inches?

Will it find relics and coins?

Can I use it to hunt for a variety of different types of targets?

I will tell you, the answer to those questions are yes, yes, yes, & yes! I really do feel that this metal detector will appeal to many detectorists. Not only will it NOT break the bank, but it will also perform very well and I believe that this detector might even come to be desired as much as the Minelab Equinox series, Nokta Anfibio Series, and the Fisher Research Labs F75, Fisher Goldbug Series, and many more. It is that cool!

A few more things you may want to consider are that this metal detector only weighs 2.5 pounds. That is extremely light, and I think most people will be able to swing this detector much longer than a heavier one. Some people may be able to hunt all day long and not wear out their arm, but there is a big difference (more than you might think) from a 2.5-pound detector to a 6-pound detector. For me, this detector is so light, I forget that it is even there. That is extremely nice when you have a full-day trip planned or even a full weekend of metal detecting and treasure hunting.

Because there are so many great aspects of this detector and I could write about it all day long, I decided to only highlight a few of the functions in this article, but trust me, there are many more. I figure I will give you the information and let you decide if the Garrett Apex is the right detector for you. The following will hopefully help you understand more about the Apex and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our customer service and sales department. The Treasures in America team is happy to talk about detecting and treasure, and we would love to help outfit everyone with the detector that fits your budget with the functions and options you are looking for.

I would like to invite you to watch this video from Garrett about the Ace Apex Multi-Flex. I feel that they did a great job explaining and showing consumers an inside look of this new detector.

Elevate Your Detecting to The Next Level

The Garrett Ace Apex | Multi-Flex is said to be released in July of 2020 and Treasures in America is taking pre-orders for this metal detector. We feel that the Apex may have so much interest that we are suggesting everyone to pre-order to help the waiting time and having your name on a long list the release of the Minelab Equinox series.

Garrett Ace Apex | Multi Flex Functions and Options

 

EXCELLENT DETECTION DEPTH. EXCELLENT DETECTION DEPTH. HIGHLY Versatile.

Garrett designed a great new look to the Garret family but still included that easy-to-use screen functions. The Garrett Ace Apex | Multi-Flex metal detector uses 4 different frequencies so you can enjoy your metal detecting hobby even further. Time has shown the multi-frequency detectors have done very well out in the field. Some detectorist believes that multi-detector is the only way to go. Pre-Order yours today right here at Treasures in America.

Comes With The New 6” X 11” DD Viper Search Coil w

 

INTUITIVE AND EFFICIENT CONTROLS

Direct drive buttons for most frequently used controls. Easy-access menu adjustments for other controls.de variety of targets.

SIX DETECTION MODES + PINPOINT

Zero, Coins, US Coins (with coin icons), Jewelry, Relics, and Custom

LARGE TARGET ID NUMBERS RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to approximately 15 hours of use, depending on the setting. Mini-USB charging cable included.

IRON AUDIO

Garrett’s unique feature helps to correctly identify complex iron objects, such as bottle caps. The Apex target audio provides the simplicity of binary audio (found on existing ACE detectors) with the additional benefits of subtle proportional audio for faint targets.

HI-RESOLUTION DISCRIMINATION

Twenty pixels of Notch Discrimination, including 8 pixels of Iron.

BACKLIT LCD VOLUME CONTROL

For both the built-in speaker and headphones.

EIGHT SENSITIVITY/DEPTH ADJUSTMENTS

1/8” JACK for optional wired headphones.

BUILT-IN Z-LYNK WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY

Up to 6 times faster than Bluetooth. Hunt without the cords!

 

The Garrett Ace Apex | Multi Flex metal detector is the newest metal detector available today. If you need help finding the right multiple-purpose detector for your needs, contact Treasures in America. We are passionate about treasure hunting and are happy to offer resources, guides, and more product information.

 

It’s not just a metal detector, it’s a LIFESTYLE. Good Luck. Be Safe. Find Your Adventure.

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