Scanning the beach for washed-up treasures is something a lot of us do, so why not take your search one step further with a beach metal detector? At Crawfords, our collection of the best beach metal detectors from the UK and around the world comes packed with tailored features and guarantees of high performance.
Beach metal detectors explained
Beach metal detecting can be a great introduction to the wonderful world of metal detecting. It’s accessible to all, since many public beaches in the UK don't require you to gain permission to detect there – opening up acres of space where you will be free to roam uninterrupted.
Beach detecting can, however, have its own technical challenges. Because of the conductive nature of the salt minerals in seawater, some metal detectors can have difficulty operating in wet sand, with the salts causing interference (known as mineralisation). This can be helped by reducing the sensitivity setting, but this comes at the expense of losing detection depth. There are, however, metal detecting technologies that have been developed to overcome this problem, including:
- Pulse Induction (PI) – Uses a single coil as transmitter and receiver. It offers excellent sensitivity to small targets without interference from mineralisation. However PI does not offer discrimination between ferrous and non-ferrous targets.
- Simultaneous Multi Frequency – Available as part of Minelab's Multi-IQ technology, this device sends and receives signals at a range of different frequencies all at the same time. It allows the detector to see the ground properly and to better analyse what is really down there. This enables it to recognise what is just ground interference and what is a good target. Multi frequency also offers excellent target discrimination.
Most of the metal detectors here will fit into the general purpose category, so are not exclusively for beach detecting and may be used elsewhere. However, we have picked out our selection of the very best metal detectors for the beach, in order to give you the best chance of finding buried treasure, relics and artefacts.
Crawford brands
When selecting the best metal detector for the beach, you’ll want a collection of metal detectors from the best brands in the business that combine both high-quality performance and affordable prices. Fortunately, we have you covered, as we stock machines from the world’s leading brands.
Minelab
Minelab produces some of the best beach metal detectors on the market. Its all-new Multi-IQ simultaneous multi-frequency technology allows you to properly analyse what is below the sand, recognising what is ground interference and what is a good target.
This device boasts an impressive global reputation and advanced technology features, including:
- Suitable for wet or dry sand and underwater detecting
- Adjustable detecting modes for coins, jewellery and metals
- Noise cancellation
- Custom search profiles
- Weatherproof lightweight designs
- Easy-to-use LCD displays.
C Scope
C Scope’s range includes the extremely powerful Pulse Induction types of metal detectors that are ideal for beach environments. An excellent array of features and benefits means you’ll be buying some of the best beach metal detectors in the UK.
Garrett
Garrett metal detectors are great for both experienced and beginner detectorists. When it comes to beach suitability, the products on this list feature frequency modes for standard detecting and a mode specifically for beach detecting on wet sand.
Nokta Makro
Nokta Makro models on this page will all include beach mode and waterproof credentials that ensure your machine is a natural for the beach. Despite being fairly new on the scene, this brand still produces some of the best metal detectors for the beach.
Viking
Viking’s metal detectors come with impressive water-resistant capabilities and a host of other features that are ideal for beach use, including sensitivity controls, a waterproof search head and a beach mode to cope with wet sand.
XP
XP metal detectors come equipped with Fast Multi-Frequency technology and waterproofing, which makes them a stand-out candidate for treasure hunts at your local beach. Plus, a beach mode.
Shopping with Crawfords – beach metal detectors
With countless metal detectors available on the market, finding the right one, from a reputable company, which will suit your needs, can be tricky. At Crawfords we only stock the best machines and accessories in the business, ensuring you get an amazing deal on the best metal detectors for the beach.
- Low, affordable prices – With our price match guarantee, you don’t have to worry about getting ripped off. Our range of metal detectors offers excellent value for money.
- Knowledgeable staff – Our team of passionate detectorists are always on hand to help you with any queries. We let our wealth of experience do the talking.
- FREE delivery – Enjoy free delivery on any UK order priced at £99 or above and get it delivered the next day by DPD. Get the best metal detector in the UK delivered to your door.
- Proud heritage – Crawfords has been the leading independent metal detecting dealer since 1995, which means you’re in safe and trusted hands. Take the stress out of your shopping experience and browse our full metal detector range today.
Beach metal detectors – round up
Hopefully you’re now one step closer to finding that dream metal detector to accompany you on your next coastal adventure. Our range of the best beach metal detectors will have something for everyone, regardless of your experience, ability or specific feature requirements.
Also, make sure you’re fully equipped for your next treasure-hunting experience at the beach by browsing our metal detector accessories and gift ideas.
At Crawfords, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we will only ever recommend brands we trust that produce the best metal detectors for the beach, both in the UK and around the world. With one of the metal detectors on this page, you’ll be digging up gold before you know it (hopefully).