Garrett ACE 300 vs Fisher F22
| Garrett ACE 300 | Fisher F22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.7 | 8.0 |
| Rank | #1 | #5 |
| Best for | First real detector | Trashy parks |
| Price | $$ | $$ |
| Water rating | Waterproof coil | Weatherproof |
| Model number | ACE 300 | F22-11DD |
Garrett ACE 300our pick
- Target ID you can actually trust
- Iron audio separates trash by ear
- Huge accessory and coil ecosystem
- Control box is not waterproof
- Stock coil is the weak point
Fisher F22
- Very light for long sessions
- Good separation in trash
- Weatherproof body
- Feels plasticky next to rivals
- Smaller accessory ecosystem
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