Choosing the right detector can be overwhelming. There are numerous brands and even more choices within each brand. We have tested different detectors and have settled on a top pick.
Our top pick is the Garrett AT-Pro! This detector has numerous key features that helped solidify its place as our number one pick. Pro mode, High Res Iron Discrimination, digital target ID, All Terrain features, Ground Balance, coin depth indicator, and 7 different search modes are some of the things that make this detector great!
This detector is light weight and very easy to use. The digital screen provides insights into what the target might be before you even start digging. This screen also provides insights into the depth of an object so you will know how far you should be digging before you break out the pinpointer.
There are 6 different discrimination patterns one can use if you so desire to help eliminate unwanted signals. We typically don’t use this feature we usually dig every target we find, but this is a nice feature to have.
This model is also waterproof which is a big plus when you are hunting near or in any waterway. This is also nice when you are hunting with children like I am as it helps prevent any accidental damage due to lack of attention to surroundings.
The AT-Pro uses a 15 kHz frequency in its operation. This allows for increased sensitivity on smaller targets. This can be a much needed feature if one is hunting gold nuggets as they tend to be rather tiny.
There are more and less expensive models available on the market today but for us the AT-Pro is in the sweet spot of affordability and functionality.