Features & Capabilities

STUD FINDER / DETECTOR is a magnetometer-powered tool that helps you locate wood studs behind walls. By measuring the magnetic field near metal objects, it can reveal studs hidden under drywall, plaster, or stucco.

Usage notes: For best results, remove any external case before use. Accuracy depends on wall construction and nails, so use this as a guide rather than a replacement for professional tools.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Hanja Devi
Rating:
4.50
(4,807)
11 new ratings
Version:
1.8 Last updated: 2024-09-07
Version code:
868812105
Creation date:
2020-07-23
Compatible devices:
Size:
27.65MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-12
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Developed by:
Hanja Devi
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/stud-finder/id1524134326
Website:
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User Reviews

Users praise Stud Finder゜ for delivering free, usable stud detection and in many cases it helps locate studs behind drywall, sometimes validated by drilling. It’s frequently rated as better than other free options and some users even consider upgrading to support the developer. However, reliability is inconsistent: multiple reviews report it does nothing, screams, or misreads; results can vary by wall type. A notable limitation is that it may only detect ferrous material, not true studs, and the app can be ad-heavy or difficult for beginners. Overall, a worthwhile free option with notable caveats.
Pros
  • Free basic functionality that actually works and can be used without payment
  • Can locate studs behind drywall with results sometimes validated by drilling
  • Often considered better than other free stud finder apps
  • Graph-based detection and sensitivity options help tailor results
  • Potential to upgrade to a paid version to support the developer
Cons
  • Reliability is inconsistent; some users report it does nothing, screams, or misreads
  • Limited to detecting ferrous material, not true studs
  • Ad-heavy and/or pushes to install or use other apps
  • Not beginner-friendly and requires careful tuning and wall-type considerations
  • Performance can vary by wall composition and installation context
Recent reviews
I literally just put my TV up just now using this app no BS I was moving around my wall and it was staying at like 50% then I moved to a certain spot. It jumped to 70%. I put a screw in the wall. And it was the stud.
by Ju*****, 2026-04-06

Detects when there is no stud
by Ma*****, 2026-03-17

When i tell you i had no idea what i was doing and i was so nervous making holes in my drywall just for there to be no studs but when i drilled there was actually studs this app is a 10/10
by cr*****, 2026-02-24
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