Stud Detector - Find studs & nails

Stud Detector is designed to help you locate metal framing studs, screws, and nails within walls easily. This user-friendly application is perfect for hanging photographs, artwork, or anything else that needs secure support. It is compatible with both tablets and smartphones! Make sure to check out the brief help section (accessible through the question mark icon) for comprehensive guidance on utilizing Stud Detector to its full potential.

Please be aware that Stud Detector depends on a device equipped with a functional magnetic sensor to work correctly. The app will notify you if your device lacks a magnetic sensor or if there is an issue with your magnetic sensor producing inaccurate readings.

Features:

• Adjustable sensitivity

• Three distinct levels of feedback

• Visual feedback indication

• Displays the strength of the magnetic field

• Customizable screen orientation

• Optional vibration alerts

• Optional sound notifications

• Optional wake lock feature

• Optional mode for left-handed users

Stud Detector: The Pocket-Sized Precision Tool Every DIY Enthusiast Needs

Stud Detector is a revelation for anyone who’s ever fumbled with unreliable hardware store tools or winced at the thunk of a drill hitting empty drywall. As someone who’s botched one too many gallery wall attempts, I was skeptical about trusting my phone’s magnetic sensor for such a critical task—until this app transformed my weekend projects into precision missions. The moment I opened it, the clean interface and intuitive calibration (a quick swipe to adjust sensitivity) put my doubts to rest. Gliding my phone along the wall, I watched the magnetic field strength graph spike as it pinpointed a stud, confirmed by a satisfying vibration and chirp that felt like a mini victory fanfare. What stunned me was its consistency: across different walls in my home, it reliably detected not just studs but even buried screws from old fixtures, saving me from patchwork disasters.

The app’s genius lies in its adaptability. The left-handed mode eliminated awkward phone juggling, while the wake lock feature kept the screen alive during marathon shelf-hanging sessions. I especially appreciated the three feedback levels—subtle for quiet mornings, or a loud beep when my focus drifted. Testing it against a traditional stud finder, the app held its own, matching accuracy while offering real-time visual tracking no physical tool could replicate. Yes, it requires a magnetic sensor (my backup tablet couldn’t play along), but the upfront compatibility check spared me frustration. For renters, DIY novices, or seasoned renovators, Stud Detector isn’t just a convenience—it’s a game-changer, blending scientific rigor with user-centric design. By the time I’d hung six frames flawlessly, I realized: this isn’t just an app. It’s the trusty sidekick every wall deserves.