# Metal Detector

> Detects metals and magnetic field value

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.exatools.metaldetector](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.exatools.metaldetector)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.exatools.metaldetector`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ExaMobile S.A.
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 1,904,504
- **Rating:** 4.45 / 5 (4,329 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.04
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-14
- **First published:** 2016-02-08
- **Publisher country:** PL
- **Size:** 13 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.exatools.metaldetector)
- **Website:** [https://examobile.com](https://examobile.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://examobile.com/privacypolicy/?dev=ExaMobile%20S.A.&app=Metal%20Detector](https://examobile.com/privacypolicy/?dev=ExaMobile%20S.A.&app=Metal%20Detector)

## Description

**Metal Detector - Magnetometer EMF** is a Chrome extension that utilizes your device's built-in magnetic sensor to measure magnetic field values. It helps detect metallic objects hidden underground or behind walls, making it perfect for treasure hunters, ghost hunters, or anyone curious about magnetic fields.

The app features a user-friendly interface displaying magnetic field readings alongside a trend graph. Unlike simple Gauss Meter apps that measure Earth's magnetic field and cannot detect non-ferrous metals like silver or gold, this tool focuses on ferrous-metal detection (magnetic metals). Note that a magnetic sensor is required for the extension to function properly. Enjoy uncovering hidden metals and exploring magnetic fields with ease!

## Rankings

- #46,403 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.exatools.metaldetector.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

The reviews largely praise Metal Detector as a real, effective detector with strong positive sentiment and high ratings. Many users report that it works and yields detectable results, with anecdotes of finding metals. However, a subset notes reliability issues, saying it doesn’t always work or performs inconsistently. Occasional skepticism and mentions of ads or other drawbacks are present, but the overall sentiment remains favorable with caveats about reliability.

### Pros

- Real metal detector functionality and detectable signals are reported by multiple users.
- Strongly positive reception across reviews (described as the best app / excellent / very good).
- App is generally perceived to work for many users and provide detectable results.
- Easy-to-use, user-friendly experience as reflected by positive comments.

### Cons

- Not reliably working or functioning inconsistently, as noted by several reviewers.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.exatools.metaldetector)