DR.ÖTEK Metal Detector for Adults & Kids – Lightweight

Can’t fault the customer service from Dr tek, digging tool with MTXE pack broke shortly after trying it outA quick message to Customer Support and a free upgrade replacement was sent out, thank you!

Easy to put together and use been out a few times now and finding plenty of items. Build quality is strong and the head phones are very comfortable great detector for a beginner.

Machine arrived promptly and was easy to assemble.
Ordered specially to try and locate gold signet ring lost on walk with dog – ring has sentimental value and is family heirloom.
Set off with machine and within 10 minutes found lost ring in undergrowth at side of path – it would not have been found otherwise.
Now loaned machine to friend to try and locate his wife’s lost wedding ring.

Easy to use detector, I just need to learn to differentiate the sounds for each metal instead of looking at the display all the time. Pinpointer is an excellent help.

Having watched so many positive reviews from pros on YouTube of this detector, I thought that this would be the best option for my budget.
The tool is very solid and digs well and the bag and earphones are good quality.
It was easy to put together and the user instructions are very clear, I soon had the hang of it. The pinpointer is a good money saver for beginners and the light makes it very easy to pinpoint items.
I found on my first trip out quite a few varied metals and some surprisingly deep pieces, the discrimination setting was easy to use also.
I can’t wait to keep practicing.

I’ve never had a metal detector before but always wanted one. This was advertised as being ideal for beginners and it came with a bag, headphones and a trowel and seemed to do everything I would want: ie detect different types of metal, give a percentage liklihood of it being what it says it is and also detecting the types of metal you don’t want to waste your time digging up.

It arrived in a surprisingly small box, but that is because the metal detector needs assembly. Just click the shaft together, attach the coil, the display unit and the arm rest and you are good to go. Once assembled, it easily splits in to two in order to go in the back of a car or on the bus with you.

As well as the detector, you get a really nice pair of headphones which are foldable and really comfy, I where these to listen to music on my phone too they are that nice. You get a trowel that folds small and has a pick attachment and they both come in a hand shoulder back to carry them about.

The coil is fully waterproof so no worries about searching in a stream or by the sea shore looking for things. You can happily submerge it.

The control unit has several pre-defined search settings based on the type of terrain you are in and how it might affect the reading. There is an “all metal” setting, which will detect everything, but may give false alarms depending on where you are. There is a park setting, a field or ploughed field setting and a beach setting. As a beach is a damp salty environment, setting it to beach takes in to account he higher ground conductivity and adjusts accordingly to try and avoid false readings.

There is also a sensitivity setting which I tend to leave on full. If it detects metal, it will tell you what it is ie Nickel or Copper (or hopefully gold or silver) and a percentage likelihood of it being this. So if it flashes a ring-pull and gives you a 95% probability, I’d move on passed to the next item. If, however, it flashed gold with a 99% probability, I’d be digging to Australia! 🙂

It’s very easy to use. I’ve lent it to a neighbour to find some keys which she did. But my own success has been limited. I have found the usual things, screws, nails, cans and so on, but the only thing of value so far was a modern shilling – aka a 5p. But hey, small steps. I need to pick my areas better. I need to go to some ancient monuments or a busy beach after the tourists have gone home. Then I might have more luck. I also haven’t asked permission to do a freshly ploughed field yet, but I will next summer.

Despite not finding the treasure I could retire on, it’s still been fun using it and I can happily recommend it as a really good detector.

A couple of pictures of me using it are attached as well as it unboxed at home.

Review for DR.TEK Metal Detector for Adults & Kids – Waterproof Gold Detector, Pinpoint & Exclusive Scene Modes, One-Click Quick Matching, Higher Accuracy, Large LCD Screen, New Advanced DSP Chip, 6 Modes

This was purchased as a replacement for a cheaper model I got previously. I wanted something which was a little more configurable and controllable. This package With everything you need for productive treasure hunting. Included is a set of headphones a mini foldable compact multi function shovel as well, a carry bag to put the main metal detector in whilst you’re transporting it. The Main metal detector arrives disassembled which requires quick and easy assembly by popping in each section to form the main stem as well as attaching the main control unit as well as attaching the main cables. The metal detector is powered from a single square 9V battery (battery included). The main control unit accepts a 3.5mm headphone jack for using Either the included set of ear encompassing headphones or a pair of your own choosing. The included headphones or a good pair suited to this particular use, and are adjustable. I would recommend the use of headphonesWhen outdoors looking for treasure as they give a much better level of isolation and a much more sensitive level of feedback. The unit also has a built-in speaker if you prefer that to using headphones the speaker volume is adjustable to 3 levels.

Control of the various functions is simple with Four buttons to control all functionality, a short press activates the primary function, a long press of the same button allows activates the secondary option. There are three scene modes: pasture, park, sand which set the metal detector up more appropriately for searching in each of these different types of environments. For more targeted searching you can also exclude detection of certain types of metals which you’re not interested in such as common ferrous metals. The sensitivity can be adjusted providing stronger or a weaker detection according to how close to the surface items may be. Another useful feature mode is the pinpointing tool, this puts the detector into ultra sensitive mode to help exactly pinpoint where lighting might be within a very small area. Weight Why is it certificate way in just under 1 kg so shouldn’t prove particularly heavy or tiring to carry with one main handle situated around the control unit and straps onto the forearm making it very comfortable to use.

Overall a good package which includes everything you need, the detector has plenty of options to help configure to the specific task you are trying to achieve. The metal detector is good enough to take you from beginner to intermediate level and beyond.

This is a really good detector, I already had one for my partner and we decided to purchase another for my father in law. It is lightweight and really easy to understand from the display.
It was sent well packaged with simple assembly required. The added items was of course a bonus and very handy to aid your detecting experience.
so, this is my second item from Dr Otek and I certainly would not hesitate purchasing from them agai

Everything you need to get you started on the search for – who knows what. The trowel is sturdy and has a pick for the harder ground. The headphones are a nice part of the kit, light and comfortable.
Have only used the detector around the garden so far but found a few pieces of metal (nails) a couple of coins dropped months ago and a pair of garden secateurs I didn’t know I’d lost.
Can’t wait to get out and about – must perfect my gold dance 🙂

Excellent piece of kit for beginners, good feature is the sand setting as it tends to cut out more false signals. The machine is lightweight and easy to assemble. The headphones work well and the pick/shovel is a lot better than a lot on the market including ones for the army. If you’re just starting out you can’t go wrong with these dr otek detectors.

previously bought a Dr Otekor metal detector and it was great. this new detector with MTXE kit is amazing. they have thought of everything to get you started. recommend for startup or semi to professional. it really does work. you just need to research a few things about false signals and the best weather to detect. fun from the start. the kit comes with folding headphones, shovel with pick head that also folds into a pouch. it has a handy depth measure on, root cutter and saw edge. another pouch to put all yoir findings in. the detector itself has great features to help you quickly speed up your treasure hunt. you can ignore the non precious metal signals and jump staright in. plenty of support from website. worth a read as it helps you progress quickly. though fun anyway. i gave it a really good test and found some cool stuff. actually found bits of gold leaf which is cool. some old and new coins and an old military cap badge. 5 stars all round

I previously bought my Grand Daughters a Dr tek metal detector for Christmas. My Daughter in Law said I was crazy but now admits that it is probably the best present they have ever had. So, when the new MTXE Model was finally released in August I was keen to try it. I should point out in the spirit of transparency that Dr tek will hopefully reimburse me for the purchase but this in no way will cloud my review.
Amazon delivered the parcel a day after I ordered it and to be honest, I thought that there must be a mistake as it was so small and light but no, on opening, all the components were there. I had some issues with putting the device together. One was my fault for not looking at the instructions as I put the sensor on the wrong way round! But I did find locking the top part of the handle difficult to insert and engage as two lugs need to be pushed in before insertion. And with my arthritic hands this proved difficult. But after pressing one down on the table and using the provided screwdriver on the second lug, I finally got it locked in. Apart from that, everything was easy to locate and fit together. Pretty soon, I was ready for the big switch on. A loud beep told me it was live.
So, into the garden I went. Luckily, after a long dry Summer, last night the Heavens opened and the ground was easy to dig.
Pretty soon I was getting regular beeps and the PP mode helped me to pinpoint exactly where the target was. The supplied spade worked a treat (the one from the previous set could not be locked) and after a short while I unearthed – a badge! Not exactly buried treasure but at least it proved that the detector worked well.
Next time my Grandchildren are over, each can have their own machine and see what they can find.
At first sight the MTXE is a light machine and therefore, suitable for kids as welll as adults. Certainly, it will cater for different heights. There are so many settings and modes to select from, so, I would say that no matter what your experience is, this detector should work for you. With a new Reality TV programme Digging For Treasure about to hit our screens, I can see this being a boom time for detector sales and the MTXE seems to be a reasonable place to start.

Easy to set up and start to use. Adjusted easily to be used by adult and children. 9 year old was quickly and independently searching for treasure (and has found lots of interesting bits and pieces). He has been eager to use it as often as possible and as a result has made lots of holes in his Great Nan’s garden .

I have wanted to take up metal detecting for sometime but did not want to start with something cheap or to expensive.

So after reading the reviews on this product I purchased it, it arrived very well packed, very good instructions and very easy to put together, it even comes with a little screwdriver for the one small screw.

After assembling it I headed straight off into the garden to test it, no major treasures found but lots of old nails. It works exactly as described and for a beginner I think it’s an amazing metal detector, it even has a built in pin pointer so no need to purchase a separate one

Purchased this as a gift for my dad after he’d always wanted one; it’s great for beginners, easy to assemble and easy to use! It’s very simple to understand and we found a few bits on our first go, at the beach. It’s even adjustable so everyone can have a go, and comes with a tool to help dig up your finds. The depth and type of metal detection is accurate, and there’s a pinpoint mode to help get to the items too. Definitely recommend for those starting out, will be looking at purchasing more from DR.TEK for future gifts too.

I have a disability and found that the item was very easy to put together , a light weight detector and in no time i was up and running , Took it to my local beach for a test run and was finding a few can pulls , but as my first attempt i did not expect more, now the summer season is over i will get out there more living on the Norfolk coast U.K , known for its history on metal detecting and medieval finds . For the price of this model Dr Otek MT – X as a beginner if it works well i will upgrade to a more expensive Dr Otek detector.

We had a problem with folks around our home leaving nails, screws and other metal objects laying around where we drive our car to park it at the bottom of our back yard. Our car’s last MOT inspector notified us that he found nails in both our offside tyres, so we had to get them removed. Fortunately, we got to them before they went all the way through, so no great expense on this occasion. But it was a timely warning as to what could possibly cause a blow out when driving.

We decided to find some way of resolving this problem without having to stir things up with our neighbours. The best solution seemed to be to find all the metal objects before they found our tyres, so we looked for a good metal detector at a reasonable price. We settled on the Dr Otek MT-X unit offered on Amazon at a very reasonable price of 72.99.

With absolutely no prior experience or knowledge about metal detectors or metal detecting, we found this unit very easy to assemble. The only issue we had was getting the tiny screw that fixes the control box to the pole into its place using the supplied screwdriver. We used our own screwdriver which was slightly magnetic and that fixed this problem in seconds. Once the unit was fully assembled and the batteries put in place, my wife, bless her cotton socks as I am disabled, ventured out into our garden to test the detection qualities of this unit. She found it very easy to use and very good at finding the various types of metal we used for the experiment. So impressed was she that she headed off out to detect the part of the area through which we have to drive our car to park.

About 20 minutes later, she came back inside very excited and showed me a plastic bag full of metal bits and pieces she had found and removed using this MT-X detector. Attached is a photo plus enlargement of the things she located on that brief foray. It takes little imagination to foresee the costly damage such discarded metals could do to a car’s tyres.

Needless to say, we are hugely impressed with the quality and capability of this wonderful Dr Otek MT-X Detector. My wife enjoyed using it so much that she is now pressing me to head off elsewhere to do some detecting. Ohoh! Next she will be asking me to get a much bigger and more expensive unit. Ah well, she certainly deserves to get what she wants for looking after me so well for the 34 years we’ve been married.

Thanks to all at Dr Otek for this great little detector and thanks to Amazon for getting it to us so quickly. It really has been a problem solver that has probably already paid for itself in protecting our car from future tyre damage.

I ordered this as an item to take with us on an impending break planned with our family including some inquisitive grandchildren. I wanted something that was reasonably light and adjustable and simple to use at the same time would suit my personal needs once the break was over. This delivers in all my requisites. I have tried it in the back garden by hiding a selection of coins and these were found by my son and also my grandson – eventually! The features are as simple as you want them and also lends itself to a keen metal detectorist. I look forward to have some fun with this purchase and also some serious finds!

Easy to assemble with clear instructions.
Not entirely intuitive to use but once I had managed to get my son to stop and have a look at the instructions and tips all became a lot clearer – it really is important to try out different types of metal etc before venturing outside to start hunting! Also learning how to use the pinpoint mode is key as otherwise you will make lots of holes in the garden where there is nothing to find!!
Successful first trip to the beach- 2 nails and a bottle top but at least they are metal so it did the job! I am sure it is a learning curve but it seems a good device.

My 5 year old son had been asking for a metal detector so I researched a few.
I eventually decided on this item.
We went out yesterday on our first try, we are complete novices.
Initially I was getting a bit disheartened but it does take time to learn how to distinguish between false alarms and an actual find.
We were out 2 hours which flew past!
We found several items, a few bottle tops, old pop cans, a two pence piece, then when heading home we were checking a small piece of grass where I thought we would not find anything, then bingo, I found a silver bracelet! It was approximately 3 inches down. The pin point detector function is very accurate and hugely helpful.
The item is easy to assemble, easy to understand and easy to use.
Spend a bit time getting to know the equipment and don’t get disheartened by false alarms. In a short time you will figure out what to ignore and when to dig!
Hopefully my find wasn’t beginners luck and I’ll uncover may more items! Just goes to show though that you can find items in the oddest of places!
The small digger is good to, strong enough to dig hard surfaces.
I would recommend this item.

Product arrived before delivery date which was amazing as excited to get going. Packaged very well. Very easy to assemble. New to the world of detecting so didn’t want to buy anything to expensive but also didn’t want to buy anything that was rubbish. Researched lots on amazon and decided on this one and I must say it’s fantastic. Instructions were easy to follow and understand. Went out straight away near the fields where we live and found lots of old nails part of a dinky toy and an old key but great great fun. The indicator was true to the reading. Overall a very great product and would 100% recommend.

I bought this for my son.quick to assemble,fairly straight forward. Did come with a small dent in the plastic screen on unpacking but as this was a Christmas gift we decided not to return as my son was so excited to use it the thought of having to tell him we need to pack it up and replace it when he only just got it, seemed unfair. Hopefully we won’t regret this,doesn’t seem to be no more than a cosmetic dent but does cast a small shadow on the screen. My only big criticism is the instructions. For someone who knows very little about metal detecting the instructions were very poor. Without sounding rude but the person who wrote the instructions may possibly be dyslexic. Clearly was not proof read after. Very hard to make any sense of. This means we have had to try watch YouTube videos to try make sense of how it works properly. Easy enough to drop a coin and make it beep and pinpoint but understanding the sens button and figuring out the depth is not so clear. Spade is good that comes with the product, longer expanding handle could be useful.

Love this metal detector. First thing is just READ THE QUICK TIP, had a meltdown after putting the coil on and then going to put the box on to finish off the assembly. Well the screws wont fit if the dam thing is the wrong way round HAHA.
So assemble the box on first. There is one small screw so be careful with that. Its very small so if you have tiny hands or a child get them to hold the screw when putting it together. Other than no nothing bad to say. Really was Fun, found 4 coins on my first dig, and a bit of crappy metal but the detector picked out the coins from the crap but being my very first time i just had to find out WTF was in the ground! 😀

This was purchased for my partner’s 50th birthday. It was more of a choice of what he didn’t have rather than what he wanted, as he has absolutely everything. Well, his face when he unwrapped it was just pure joy a new toy!!! It was put together very quickly a few issues with the battery installation but within 20 mins he was down the garden, beeping away. I did tell him not to come back until he’d found treasure, but unfortunately it did start raining. We have a long weekend booked for early September in north Norfolk and this will be the ideal distraction for him on the beach, rather than just walking which he would find somewhat boring. So, if you are at a dead end with regards to what to buy, this is the perfect gift. It really doesn’t matter if you’re 5 or 50, there is enjoyment to be had with this gift. Oh & the bit he loved the best was the folding shovel!! Great purchase at a very reasonable price. Happy detecting everyone.

Originally I rated this a 1 star review: I had tried coins, nails, metal objects and nothing set it off and then randomly it will beep but just once. Even googled others using it to see if it was me, there’s seems to work – mines did not.

Lily @ iArchant has been tireless I’m chasing me and trying to replace and improve my experience. I received a replacement device via a 99% discount code and can confirm the new device works perfectly. Kids have used it for all sorts and really does enable you to locate hidden metal objects. Great for science based learning.

Would have been 5 star if the initial issues hadn’t occurred but also the fact the device could be better in terms of display and replacement device didn’t come with the same carry bag and bits that the first faulty one did.