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Homder Stud finder Wall Scanner 4 in 1 Electric Wall Detector Finders Magnetic Stud finder with Laser Level Digital LCD Display for Wood AC Wire Metal Studs Detection

Last Updated: September 21, 2020 (Refresh Now)
9.3
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Total Reviews
384
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LCD
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Review Analysis - 380 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Device Stand
 113
stud finder, studs, stud, center, hang
+97%
-3%
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" ...  I have used many different stud finders but this one not only locates the studs in your wall but also identifies the center of the stud for you.  ...  "
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" ...  needed to mount tv in new camper and needed to find locations of mounting plate for TV mount.  ...  "
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" ...  I knew where the stud was before cutting the wall.  ...  "
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" ...  Very good stud finder.  ...  "
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" ...  The stud finder does a great job of finding the studs.  ...  "
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" ...  YES, I can actually find the center of a stud now.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this to find the studs to hang my tv.  ...  "
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" ...  This stud finder came in earlier in the same day.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 112
easy, simple, instructions, easy to read, understand
+99%
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" ...  I figured to give this one a try and it is very easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  It came with a battery so it was easy to set up and start to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Bought one for my dad, it is simple and easy to use!  ...  "
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" ...  It’s very easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  This work just as listed and I could not believe how easy it is to use.  ...  "
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" ...  The screen is easy to read and the modes are easy to scroll through and use.  ...  "
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" ...  I've used others that were not great, but this one works and is so easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use .  ...  "
Accuracy
 52
easy to use, stud finder, stud, seems, accurate and easy
+100%
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" ...  We compared this one to the other and it’s 100% accurate.  ...  "
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" ...  I’ve used this stud finder a few times and it appears to be very accurate.  ...  "
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" ...  This one is accurate so far and I don’t need two devices to find both.  ...  "
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" ...  ** Is it accurate?  ...  "
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" ...  I'm a novice when it comes to home improvement, but this is easy ro use and accurate .  ...  "
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" ...  We noticed instantly that the Homder was much more accurate and easy to read.  ...  "
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" ...  Instructions are very clear and it is accurate!  ...  "
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" ...  I am very pleased with its accuracy and how easy it was to use.  ...  "
Battery Life
 46
comes, came, included, 9v, 9 volt battery
+96%
-4%
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" ...  Came with a battery -- which is helpful -- I do not normally have 9 volt battery backups so that was extremely helpful for using this straight out of the box.  ...  "
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" ...  It uses 9v battery and I was really delighted to find it included in the package.  ...  "
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" ...  It came with a battery so it was easy to set up and start to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Came with a battery, added bonus!  ...  "
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" ...  Put the battery in.  ...  "
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" ...  Just install the battery, power it on and you're ready!  ...  "
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" ...  It comes with battery and some extras  ...  "
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" ...  It comes with a nine volt battery so it is ready to use as soon as you open the box.  ...  "
Display Clarity
 44
easy to read, stud, center, stud finder, read
+100%
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" ...  I like how it has an easy read screen that lights up as well as a loud beeping noise.  ...  "
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" ...  This little gadget is so easy to use, the digital display shows the center of the stud and it was tremendously useful for me when I decided to open up and expand a wall opening, I was able to locate plumbing and wiring inside the wall in the matter of seconds.  ...  "
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" ...  Well I felt like getting a new stud finder with a display and went with this one.  ...  "
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" ...  One of the great features is the large display.  ...  "
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" ...  I like how the screen us backlit to make it easier to read.  ...  "
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" ...  I like the display, very easy to read over other ones I've used in the past.  ...  "
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" ...  SO I mention practice because when you first start using it, there are a lot of icons on the screen and lots of features. ... I'm used to a simple stud finder with few on screen prompts.  ...  "
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" ...  finished my installation of the projector and the screen with the help of this gadget smoothly .  ...  "
Capacity
 43
house, moved, hang, remodeling, new house
+95%
-5%
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" ...  Our family recently have moved to a new house and it is a lot of thing to do inside and outside.  ...  "
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" ...  Finds the studs in my walls.  ...  "
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" ...  It is also very accurate even on thick walls.  ...  "
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" ...  My walls, wife and I are all happy with this investment.  ...  "
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" ...   Have plaster walls and none of the old stud finders did any good on these walls.  ...  "
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" ...  I am the least home-improvement type and home-improvement "handywoman" in the world.  ...  "
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" ...  Got for my father for Father's Day any he loved it started using it right away on different projects around the house.  ...  "
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" ...  I found the "deep" mode was best for my walls.  ...  "
Cables
 37
electrical, finding, studs, metal, wood
+100%
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" ...  This unit definitely will increase your confidence level to not damage electrical wiring or hurt yourself.  ...  "
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" ...  I needed to find electrical wire and did.  ...  "
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" ...  I want to use it to avoid cutting through anything important like wires.  ...  "
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" ...  This one has been accurate and has the added feature of being able to locate wood, metal, and electrical wires!  ...  "
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" ...  I was skeptical on the accuracy of finding wires .  ...  "
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" ...  You can use it for metal studs, finding wires and other uses as well.  ...  "
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" ...  I even located my electrical wiring just messing around with it.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to find the studs easily and avoid a couple wires that were hidden.  ...  "
Build Quality
 31
wood, studs, stud, hang, wall
+100%
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" ...  I like that it is multifunctional and finds electrical wires and metal besides studs.  ...  "
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" ...  Stud center indicator, metal detection, wire detection, etc.  ...  "
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" ...  It allows me to detect wood, metal or wires behind the wall.  ...  "
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" ...  I had a stud finder that I got from Sears which broke recently, so looking for a different one and got this.  ...  "
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" ...  I did use it a lot in my Garage after I sheet rock & insulated the walls a few week ago, to hang tools up.  ...  "
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" ...  well make material and do its job well done.  ...  "
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" ...  It can sense posts, electric or metal.  ...  "
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" ...  This one has slight indents on the sides so that you can grip it securely.  ...  "
Price
 28
worth, money, worth the money, stud finder, overall
+89%
-11%
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" ...  Great for the price!  ...  "
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" ...  Overall, great unit for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  I recommend it as a great value!  ...  "
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" ...  It's also less expensive than comparable devices I shopped for.  ...  "
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" ...  So for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  worth the money.  ...  "
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" ...  Great for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  The price was right and I am satisfied with my purchase.  ...  "
Setup
 27
stud, read the instructions, easy to use, easy, easy to follow
+96%
-4%
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" ...  The instructions were easy to follow.  ...  "
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" ...  The installation went off without a hitch and I'm happy I picked this up.  ...  "
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" ...  Instructions are simple to follow.  ...  "
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" ...  The hubby found this tool to work so efficiently as it was easy to read so he was able to quickly, safely and cleanly drill holes.  ...  "
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" ...  The stud finder works great and it’s supee easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  learning how to find a stud was made easier with this tool.  ...  "
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" ...  The instructions were clear and easy to follow.  ...  "
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" ...  Instructions are very clear and it is accurate!  ...  "
Features
 20
mode, stud, modes, lots of features, cool
+95%
-5%
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" ...  I can't wait to have an excuse to test more of it's features! ... I didn't have anything to test the deep mode on, but I'm excited to try it out if I find something like that to test it on soon!  ...  "
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" ...  It has four different modes.  ...  "
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" ...  The three modes work flawlessly.  ...  "
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" ...  We love all of the different features.  ...  "
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" ...  It includes all features that are needed for a DIYer.  ...  "
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" ...  I have not need for the other features so far but it is nice to know I have options if I need to find some electrical wire or metal tubing in the walls and as a bonus, it will show you those if you come across them in the wall as you are looking for the stud.  ...  "
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" ...  Very cool stud finder that is loaded with features.  ...  "
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" ...  We didn't need to use the "Deep" mode, as all our drywall is 1/2", but this worked great on that.  ...  "
Fit
 19
hang, stud, holes, studs, stud finders
+95%
-5%
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" ...  This has been a great help in avoiding putting screws in poor locations. ... This stud finder is a good fit for my hand unlike smaller stud finders that are hard to hang onto.  ...  "
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" ...  Just hold the side and slide it on the wall and it accurately identifies when i reach the stud and the marking of center is also very helpful .  ...  "
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" ...  easy to use, fits nicely and not too heavy.  ...  "
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" ...  It also comes with some nails and hanging tools in case you need some extra.  ...  "
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" ...  I can easily find a stud so I know where to hang my heavier items and the metal finding option is great for know what areas to stay away from.  ...  "
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" ...  A super tool that all house holds should have on hand .  ...  "
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" ...  The size of the unit is a bit large, but it fits in my hand very well and isn't hard to hold onto for a long period of time.  ...  "
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" ...  This should hold up pretty well if it gets dropped too.  ...  "
Size
 17
bulky, tool, little, lightweight, size
+94%
-6%
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" ...  This is coming in so handy!!  ...  "
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" ...  Lightweight and inexpensive.  ...  "
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" ...  The size of the unit is a bit large, but it fits in my hand very well and isn't hard to hold onto for a long period of time.  ...  "
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" ...  Not to bulky.  ...  "
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" ...  i got this one so I can carry it on my work truck with me.  ...  "
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" ...  Works exactly as it should, so handy!  ...  "
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" ...  It is also compact and easy to store.  ...  "
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" ...  It is very lightweight & portable.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 16
times, review, worked, time, stopped
+69%
-31%
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" ...  This one has worked perfectly - no issues whatsoever.  ...  "
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" ...  We bought this to replace another stud finder that stopped working.  ...  "
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" ...  My old one failed on me and this one is a great replacement.  ...  "
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" ...  It did work well as I have used it a few times.  ...  "
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" ...  The results seemed consistent.  ...  "
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" ...  Just got this a couple days ago.  ...  "
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" ...  Its been very reliable till now.  ...  "
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" ...  I use it a couple times for the past week.  ...  "
Network
 14
studs, stud, plaster walls, old, home
+93%
-7%
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" ...  It has bumpers on it to protect your walls as you slide it over the sheet rock.  ...  "
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" ...  Our house seems to have the studs in weird places and this worked great.  ...  "
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" ...  Device has a "deeper" setting for thicker walls which again, worked perfectly!  ...  "
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" ...  It has an audible as well as a visual signal to let you know when you are on a stud.  ...  "
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" ...  I’m constantly redecorating my home and trying to hang anything and everything on my walls.  ...  "
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" ...  This is an old house built in the 1940s.  ...  "
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" ...  It is also very accurate even on thick walls.  ...  "
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" ...   Have plaster walls and none of the old stud finders did any good on these walls.  ...  "
Scan Quality
 11
wall, scan, stud, deep scan, scanning
+91%
-9%
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" ...  It has a deep scan mode to look for deeper items located in wall also.  ...  "
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" ...  I really like this wall scanner, I need to put something on the wall or fixing anything, this scanner helps me a lot.  ...  "
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" ...  This stud finder wall scanner did the job perfectly.  ...  "
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" ...  Going from the tone scanner to this scanner has been great.  ...  "
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" ...  scan long and prosper!  ...  "
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" ...  I was surprised when scanning my house , where stuff was but it made it very easy for me to decide where I wanted to hang my things around my house.  ...  "
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" ...  This scanner is amazing no more tapping or trying to knock on the wall.  ...  "
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" ...  It works great and there is a surface scan and also a deep scan mode. ... You can also scan for pipes.  ...  "
Marketplace
 11
picture, hung, described, first, exactly
+100%
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" ...  Thank you for a quality product!  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to easily find where to hang a picture.  ...  "
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" ...  I rent so there's not a whole lot I can do but put up a bunch of pictures.  ...  "
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" ...  I did get this at a discount for a review  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Used it and it works as described.  ...  "
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" ...  I hung a picture perfect the first time.  ...  "
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" ...  First of all, this product arrived exactly as pictured/described.  ...  "
Storage
 9
stud, put, pictures, hang, needed
+100%
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" ...  Put up a few shelves using this and i hit a stud everytime!  ...  "
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" ...  It's really convenient for ensuring I'm mounting shelves, photos, and other items safely and properly.  ...  "
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" ...  I have a lot of shelves and pictures to hang on.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to locate the stud and use the appropriate tools to hang my shelves and pictures.  ...  "
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" ...  I'm hanging shelves in my craft room and this works great!  ...  "
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" ...  Had to put on some shelves and this stud finder was of great help.  ...  "
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" ...  This was so great for helping us install shelving this weekend.  ...  "
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" ...  Of course this is needed for hanging pictures and shelves in home.  ...  "
Comfort
 9
easy, little, fits, wall, operate
+100%
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" ...  I love how thoughtful the manufacturer is when they applied a little felt material onto its bottom.  ...  "
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" ...  -- Lightweight, easy to move on wall, no pressure on wrists  ...  "
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" ...  This one has slight indents on the sides so that you can grip it securely.  ...  "
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" ...  The grip is much more ergonomic than others I've used.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy of operate, comfortable in hand.  ...  "
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" ...  It is large but fits in your hand nicely and easy to operate.  ...  "
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" ...  I like the lightweight feel, it illuminates well, and preformed as described and expected.  ...  "
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" ...  The size of the unit is a bit large, but it fits in my hand very well and isn't hard to hold onto for a long period of time.  ...  "
Controls
 8
hold, wall, side, press, calibrate
+75%
-25%
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" ...  It does require a 9V battery which is included but its super lightweight and the button is easy to push and hold for stud finding, i've hung many items on the wall by using this and its been accurate every time, great tool to use!  ...  "
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" ...  This worked so well, it's really easy to use, just hold it up to the wall, hold down the power button, and wait for the beep to calibrate.  ...  "
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" ...  - Press and hold the scan button to calibrate  ...  "
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" ...  The screen is easy to read and the modes are easy to scroll through and use.  ...  "
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" ...  One-button use, easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Once you have the device on the wall make sure you are not touching the wall and press/hold the button on the right.  ...  "
Overall performance
 8
use, much, fast, easy, really
+100%
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" ...  It got the job done and was easy for him to use .  ...  "
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" ...  Does the job.  ...  "
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" ...  IT made the job so much easier to do.  ...  "
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" ...  I wish it had a laser and a level like my last one, but it does the job.  ...  "
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" ...  Not the most advanced unit I've used, but does the job well and indicates fast.  ...  "
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" ...  Much less time to do the job!  ...  "
Product As Described
 8
picture, hung, described, first, exactly
+100%
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" ...  I hung a picture perfect the first time.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to easily find where to hang a picture.  ...  "
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" ...  Used it and it works as described.  ...  "
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" ...  I rent so there's not a whole lot I can do but put up a bunch of pictures.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  I probably hung over 50 pictures and this was a huge help  ...  "
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" ...  First of all, this product arrived exactly as pictured/described.  ...  "
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" ...  I have hung a handful of pictures since. ... Uploaded a picture for your size reference.  ...  "
Returns
 6
one, failed
+33%
-67%
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" ...  Sent this back the same day it arrived.  ...  "
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" ...  It didn’t work at all so I sent it back!  ...  "
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" ...  Returning and not a happy customer.  ...  "
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" ...  will be returning.  ...  "
Picture Quality
 5
nice, pictures, hung, first
+100%
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" ...  I hung a picture perfect the first time.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to easily find where to hang a picture.  ...  "
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" ...  I rent so there's not a whole lot I can do but put up a bunch of pictures.  ...  "
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" ...  Mine came with nice brass picture hanger .  ...  "
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" ...  Getting the picture hangers was a nice touch!  ...  "
Delivery
 5
time, packaged, came
+80%
-20%
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" ...  It came sealed and packaged well, and on time.  ...  "
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" ...  Great quality and also came packaged well!  ...  "
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" ...  And fast shipping too!  ...  "
Design
 5
nice, easy to use
+100%
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" ...  At first glance, it is a very nice looking device.  ...  "
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" ...  Very nice design  ...  "
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" ...  It has a sleek modern look and it very easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  It is cheap, works well, looks cool.  ...  "
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" ...  Fairly Priced, quality design and functional.  ...  "
Camera
 4
hang, hung
+100%
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" ...  I've been able to hang some heavy pictures that I was waiting to hang as well.  ...  "
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" ...  Check out my photos and video.  ...  "
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" ...  So far, we have used it to hang up some pictures and it worked great.  ...  "
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" ...  I have hung a handful of pictures since.  ...  "
Wash Programs
 3
modes, like, also, mode, beep
+100%
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" ...  I like there it has the different modes also.  ...  "
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" ...  It has four different modes.  ...  "
Inlet Outlet Pipe
 3
pipe, water, pipes, hole, finder
+100%
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" ...  My husband used this while looking for a pipe in the wall Becore he cut a hole our.  ...  "
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" ...  We had a pipe bust inside our wall from trying to change the leaking outside faucet in the backyard. ... This stud finder found where the copper pipe was in the wall and where the stud was, so we would know right where to cut the hole in the wall to fix the issue!  ...  "
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" ...  The pipe finder is an added bonus in case I ever have a leak behind a wall a need to find it.  ...  "
Hair
 3
+33%
-67%
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" ...  I practice the "measure twice, cut once" aspect, but I routinely had different readings with multiple passes.  ...  "
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" ...  If I wanted to saw into sheetrock to either side of the stud, I know exactly where to cut.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 3
+100%
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" ...  Great little device.  ...  "
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" ...  This device saved us a lot of time!  ...  "
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" ...  This device solved the problem.  ...  "
Cleaning
 3
+100%
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" ...  The unit was very easy to use but I noticed that the fabric on the bottom was picking up all kinds of dust particles.  ...  "
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" ...  It's very helpful to Not scratch the walls/surfaces.  ...  "

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Specifications

Body
Size:  4 meters
Display
Type:  LCD 
4 meters
SIZE
LCD
TYPE