# Metal Detector & Magnetometer

> Unleash the world of hidden metals with our Metal Detector app

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.metaldetector.magnetometer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** AthenaHotC
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 2,112,615
- **Rating:** 3.88 / 5 (4,378 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-12
- **First published:** 2023-12-28
- **Publisher country:** VN
- **Size:** 42 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.metaldetector.magnetometer)
- **Website:** [https://lvtapp.blogspot.com](https://lvtapp.blogspot.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/policy-trangers/home](https://sites.google.com/view/policy-trangers/home)

## Description

Experience the excitement of discovering hidden metals with the Metal Detector & Magnetometer Chrome extension. Utilizing your device's magnetic sensor, the app provides real-time detection of metal objects through vibrations and audio alerts, making it easy to locate wires, iron pipes, or even participate in ghost hunting. Customize your alert sounds and enjoy support in multiple languages including English, Spanish, Hindi, and Indonesian.

Stay aware that detection accuracy depends on your device's built-in magnetic sensor and may be affected by nearby electronic devices. Download now to explore your environment and uncover hidden treasures effortlessly!

## Rankings

- #43,615 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.metaldetector.magnetometer.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users largely report that the app is plagued by ads that make it unusable. The metal-detection feature exists and works to some extent for small items, but the experience is inconsistent and the short detection range, plus intrusive permissions, undermine usefulness. A few reviews are positive (calling it easy or 'very good'), but the overall sentiment is dominated by ad-focused design and reliability issues.

### Pros

- Easy to use.
- Provides basic metal-detection functionality.
- Can detect small metal items and has reported real-world finds (e.g., coins, keys).
- Some users express positive sentiment (e.g., 'very good', 'good').

### Cons

- Excessive, intrusive ads that dominate the experience.
- Ads block critical UI elements (language selection) and cause the app to be unusable on some devices.
- Privacy/permissions concerns: the app requests access and is described as invasive.
- Detection range is limited and results can be inconsistent, reducing usefulness.
- Bugs or poor performance on certain devices (e.g., some Pixel models) with ads interfering with functionality.

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