When it comes to searching for the best metal detector for gold, we are confident our collection of gold metal detectors will tick all of your boxes. Our selection includes general-purpose detectors with a dedicated gold mode and specialist machines that have been developed specifically for gold prospecting.
If you’re looking for the best gold metal detector in the business, then you’ve come to the right place.
Metal detecting for gold
Not all metal detectors for gold (and silver) are made equally, with a whole range of different features on offer and a real mix in terms of price.
The best metal detectors for gold are sensitive enough to know the difference between gold and ferrous metals, and can also find hidden gold in difficult soils. You’ll also find that they come with their own set of specialist features – such as a gold probability register, ground balancing to filter out the minerals in your search area, discrimination that identifies rogue targets and a higher-spec frequency adjustment.
This is why you should consider buying a gold-specific metal detector if finding gold nuggets and flakes is your intention. To do this, we recommend the following professional metal detectors for gold. Can you feel yourself getting closer to that buried treasure yet?
Minelab GPX 5000
This metal detector offers impressive performance considering the price. Multi Period Sensing (MPS), Dual Voltage Technology (DVT), and Smart Electronic Timing Alignment (SETA) combine to set a new benchmark in gold detecting technology. Best of all, with six different modes it’s suitable for rookies and pros alike.
Key features include:
- MPS, DVT, and SETA
- Three new timings – Coin / Relic, Salt / Gold, and Fine Gold
- Six presets – General, Deep Search, Hi-Mineral, Patch, Hi-Trash, and Pinpoint
- Increased Rx Gain adjustment
- Motion control
- Automatic and manual tuning
- Four languages – English, Spanish, Russian, and Arabic
Minelab GPZ 7000
As seen on Aussie Gold Hunters, this is Minelab’s flagship detector. Detect treasures up to 40% deeper than any GPX model, boost your chances of success with enhanced noise immunity, and get straight out into the field with a simple menu system.
Key features include:
- Extreme gold depth thanks to new ZVT technology
- Maximum gold sensitivity that can detect the smallest nuggets
- Precision ground balance to detect in mineralised terrain
- Enhanced noise immunity with 256 noise cancel channels
- Wireless audio freedom via Bluetooth
- GPS locating and PC mapping
- Waterproof coil to 1m (3ft)
Minelab Gold Monster 1000
The Gold Monster represents amazing value for money. While its price point is more than comfortable for beginners, the Gold Monster is also highly regarded by experts for its functionality – so it’s the best of both worlds.
Key features include:
- Fully automatic operation
- Extra sensitive 45 kHz VLF performance
- Highly adaptable
- Two search coils included
- Easy quick start
Minelab SDC2300 Li Ion
The SDC 2300 metal detector guarantees high performance. It has been designed as a highly portable gold metal detector, which is effective both on land and underwater. Detecting the smallest of targets with ease, it comes with easy-to-use controls and is assembly-free.
Key features include:
- Compact and easy to transport
- Waterproof capability
- Rugged and assembly free
- Easy patch hunting
- Multi Period Fast technology
- Powerful performance
- Sensitive to small gold scattered in heavily mineralised ground
Explore our full range of gold metal detectors.
Minelab Manticore
The Manticore is Minelab’s new flagship coin and treasure detector. This high-performance machine is the next generation of metal detectors, both in terms of its construction and through its power and intelligence. We think it’s the best coin and treasure machine on the market.
Key features include:
- Exceptional product design
- Lightweight and compact
- Waterproof capability
- New comfortable “scorpion” arm rest
- 2D ID mapping
- Target separation
- Easy to use
Minelab Equinox 900
The Equinox Series is perfect for serious coin and treasure enthusiasts that want to upgrade to a high-performance metal detector with gold mode. It combines fast recovery speed with depth in any ground type and features low-latency wireless audio.
Key features include:
- Simultaneous multi-frequency
- Eight custom search profiles
- Waterproof design
- Fast and accurate target ID
- Sleek and lightweight
- Advanced audio settings
- High-speed wireless audio
Shopping with Crawfords – best metal detector for gold
There’s an overwhelming amount of choice when searching for a gold metal detector. With so many different features and prices to consider, it’s important you shop with a reputable brand to ensure you’re buying quality machines. There are many benefits associated with choosing Crawfords to do this, but here are just a few.
- Price match guarantee. At Crawfords, we ensure you get the best deals available on the market with our price match policy. Just sit back, relax, and enjoy your shopping experience without overpaying.
- Expert knowledge. When looking for the best metal detector for gold, you’ll be pleased to hear that our team is full of passionate detectorists that possess a wealth of experience. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do.
- Free delivery. Enjoy our FREE delivery offer on any UK order priced at £99 or above. Our standard delivery on everything over £99 is delivered the next day via DPD.
- Proud heritage. Since 1995 we have been the leading independent metal detecting dealer, which means the gold metal detector you select will not have been based on any manufacturer dealerships we have. Honesty, expertise and product knowledge are all part of the Crawfords shopping experience package.
Gold prospecting metal detectors
Hopefully, you’re now a step closer to selecting a gold metal detector and feel fully equipped to make an informed choice about the machine that’s right for you.
Our wide range of products doesn’t just consist of metal detectors, we also offer state-of-the-art accessories and helpful books to ensure you’re fully prepared in your search for hidden treasure and ancient relics.
As a group of metal detector enthusiasts, we absolutely love everything about this hobby. This means we only stock products that are the best in the business that we would happily own ourselves. Browse our website today and move one step closer to finding a life-changing amount of gold (hopefully).