Is the VX5 good for a beginner?

Yes. It is the entry Vortex model, with four search modes and a straightforward single-tier target ID scale. The fixed recovery speed keeps setup simple while still separating close targets.

Can the VX5 go in the water?

It is submersible to 16 feet (5 meters), so wading and surf hunting are fine. The high-resolution ground balance also helps on saltwater beaches.

What is the difference between the VX5, VX7 and VX9?

The VX5 is the base model. Paid software upgrades convert it to a VX7 or VX9, adding operating frequencies, more advanced features and more power.

Does it work in highly mineralized ground?

Yes. The high-resolution ground balance is built to handle heavily mineralized soils and saltwater. Multi-frequency operation helps with target analysis in those conditions.

What comes in the box?

The detector, an 8.5 x 11 inch DD Raider searchcoil with coil cover, a USB cable, a strap, a quick-start guide and warranty information.

Does it have wireless audio?

It has built-in Z-Lynk wireless, so it pairs with Z-Lynk-compatible headphones or a wireless module. Headphones are not included.

Where is the Garrett Vortex VX5 Metal Detector cheapest?

At Detector Warehouse, for $399.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Garrett Vortex VX5 Metal Detector?

10 stores we checked sell it, including Detector Warehouse, Garrett Metal Detectors, Serious Detecting, eBay, Modern Metal Detectors.

Garrett Vortex VX5 Metal Detector

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About the Garrett Vortex VX5 Metal Detector

The Garrett Vortex VX5 is a waterproof metal detector that can be submerged to 16 feet (5 meters). It uses Multi-Dimensional Multi-Frequency (MD-MF) technology, which analyzes targets with multiple frequencies at once and measures both conductivity and ferrous (iron) content. You can choose 13 kHz single-frequency operation or MD-MF multi-frequency operation.

It has four search modes plus Pinpoint: Zero Discrimination, Standard, US Coins and Custom. Targets appear on a single 0 to 99 Target ID scale, and a 3-tone audio system helps identify them. Hi-Resolution Discrimination removes ranges of metal from the audio. Iron Audio lets you hear discriminated iron, so you can avoid digging flat iron targets such as bottle caps.

Hi-Resolution Ground Balance has 175 points of resolution for terrain from mineralized soil to saltwater beaches. The detector also has volume control, an LCD backlight, multiple channels to help reduce EMI, and built-in Z-Lynk wireless. The design is lightweight and collapsible for transport and storage. The VX5 can be converted to a VX7 or VX9 with paid software updates.

Waterproofing

Submersible to 16 feet (5 meters)

Frequency

13 kHz single-frequency or MD-MF multi-frequency

Search coil

8.5" x 11" DD Raider, with coil cover

Search modes

Zero Discrimination, Standard, US Coins, Custom, plus Pinpoint

Target ID

Single-tier 0 to 99 scale

Ground balance

Hi-Resolution, 175 points