Garrett ACE 400 review

Position 6 of 10 · by Mara Quinn · reviewed

Garrett ACE 400 metal detector

Holds up

  • Best coil in the ACE range
  • Frequency shift beats interference

Loses points

  • Overkill for a first season
  • Priced above the sensible entry point

Data sheet

Model number
1141260

Who Garrett ACE 400 is for

The top of the ACE line: adds iron audio, a frequency adjustment and a better stock coil. More machine than a first-time user needs, but the one you would not outgrow.

What the maker claims

From the manufacturer's own listing, unedited. We have not independently verified these figures - this is a desk comparison, and the methodology says so.

DIGITAL TARGET ID: 0-99 numeric scale helps identify metal conductivity for precise target identification.

IRON AUDIO FEATURE: Hear iron trash before digging to avoid unwanted targets like bottle caps and washers.

ELECTRONIC PINPOINTING: Non-motion All-Metal Mode helps accurately locate detected targets for easier recovery.

ADJUSTABLE FREQUENCY: Minimize interference from electrical sources or other detectors in crowded areas.

SEARCHCOIL COVER INCLUDED: Protective cover shields the searchcoil from scratches, rocks, and debris to extend coil life and maintain reliable detection performance.

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Questions

Is the Garrett ACE 400 a good first metal detector?

The top of the ACE line: adds iron audio, a frequency adjustment and a better stock coil. More machine than a first-time user needs, but the one you would not outgrow.