Rank #9 in Best Metal Detectors 2026: 10 Ranked, and the Coil Spec That Says 12cm
HawkSeek Metal Detector for Adults, 10in Double-D Coil
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The HawkSeek HS-X7 is a £129.99 metal detector that sits at number 9 in this guide. It is the entry where the listing's own numbers mostly hold together: the title and bullets advertise a 10" double-D waterproof coil, and the specification table on the same page gives the search coil size as 25 Centimetres — 9.8 inches, which is the same coil described two ways rather than two different coils. The spec table also answers "Are Batteries Required: Yes", and the bullets say 2 9V batteries come in the box, so those two statements line up as well. The shaft is quoted as 53–132 cm in the bullets, and the table records an extended length of 132 Centimetres.
The caveat is the rating base. The 4.9 out of 5 comes from 14 ratings — 90% five-star and 10% four-star — against 4,527 on the cheaper SUNPOW further up this guide, so a single purchase moves this average far more than it moves that one. One review on the page also quotes a Prime price of £89.99 while the listed price is £129.99, and the listing does not explain the gap. Everything below comes from the Amazon listing for the HawkSeek HS-X7 and from the reviews left on it; we have not tested this detector ourselves.
How those 14 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.9 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £129.99 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings (90% five-star, 10% four-star) |
| Search coil size (spec table) | 25 Centimetres |
| Coil claim in title and bullets | 10" (25.4 cm) double-D, IP68 waterproof |
| Batteries | 2 x 9V included; 'Are Batteries Required: Yes' |
| Shaft and length | 53–132 cm adjustable; Extended Length 132 Centimetres |
| Item weight | 1.15 kg |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H (as listed) | 132L x 25W x 25H centimetres |
| Model number | HS-X7 |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
“Ideal for beginners or children. Nice and straightforward to use with a clear and easy to read LCD screen. Lightweight enough for a child to be able to use easily. Sorts out and detects metals accurately. I found it didn't decipher between the different types of metal however it did alert me to all types. Works as expected. Makes for a great hobby.”
“Item title: Metal Detector for Adults Professional, Higher Accuracy Gold Detector with 10" Double-D Waterproof Coil, Larger Backlit Color LCD, 5 Modes, New Advanced DSP Chip for Gold and Silver DetectionDelivered price with Prime: £89.99Quality: The detector is responsive and the different modes are useful for adjusting searches.Would I recommend? YESSuitable as a gift? YESMy comments and opinion: Great intro to the hobby for enthusiasts, we've had fun as a family going around local footpaths and the beach looking for treasures.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Metal Detectors 2026: 10 Ranked, and the Coil Spec That Says 12cm.
Rank #1
Minelab X-Terra Elite All-Terrain Waterproof Metal Detector
£479.00
Rank #2
Minelab Vanquish 360 Waterproof Metal Detector with V10X Coil
£259.00
Rank #3
DR.ÖTEK MTXR Metal Detector for Adults, 5 Modes, 10in Coil
£85.99
Rank #4
SUNPOW Metal Detector for Adults, 5 Modes, 30cm Coil Claim
£79.98
Questions people ask
Is the coil really 10 inches?
The title and the bullets of the HawkSeek HS-X7 both state a 10" (25.4 cm) double-D coil, and the specification table gives a search coil size of 25 Centimetres. 25 cm is 9.8 inches, so the two figures describe the same coil.
How deep can the HawkSeek HS-X7 detect?
The bullets say targets up to 10" (25.4 cm) deep, with a claimed 60% faster response than the previous design.
What is included in the box?
The bullets list a foldable digging shovel, a carry bag, noise-cancelling headphones and 2 9V batteries. The specification table's answer to 'Are Batteries Required' is Yes.
How long is the shaft?
The bullets give an adjustable shaft of 53–132 cm and a quick-lock system with a 30-second setup; the specification table lists an extended length of 132 Centimetres.
How many search modes does it have?
Five: ALL-METAL, DISC, JEWELRY, MEMORY and PINPOINT.
Why does a review mention £89.99?
One review left on the listing quotes a delivered Prime price of £89.99, while the price shown on the page is £129.99. The listing itself does not account for the difference.
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