Nokta Makro Simplex+ Waterproof Metal Detector

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It can confidently be used as a “switch on & go” machine with minimal fuss ground balancing functionality. The benefits of ground balancing is essential for the serious enthusiast. To complement the 11 inch DD coil included into the kit, you can also buy a bunch of other coils compatible. This is a novelty for cheaper detectors, as well. Please note all delivery costs stated below include VAT for the UK, all other destinations exclude VAT** United Kingdom - Mainland

Although it’s difficult to assess across different machines, larger coils typically provide a greater ability to see targets which lie deeper in the ground. For example, the Vanquish metal detector comes with 3 different coil options, V8 (8”), V10 (10”) and the V12 (12”) if you fitted the V12, you could find targets at a greater depth, whereas the V8 would see at ashallower depth, but most likely in greater detail, as the same amount of energy flows through the coil regardless of which size you have fitted. Some detectorists love large coils to help them find the deepest of targets and some prefer smaller, for better target separation and to be more precise at the shallower depths. SIMPLEX+ is a turn-on & go detector with auto ground balancing! It boasts preset search modes, including a beach mode, in a very easy-to-use, single menu design. Ground balance. You either press the pinpoint button to set it automatically, or do it manually using the arrow buttons The control box is simple yet convenient and user-friendly. There are six buttons to turn the device on and off, and tune the settings. The discrimination scale is provided in the upper part, below you can see the Search Modes icons. Next there are VDI target identification numbers, the sensitivity scale is on the right, the depth scale is on the left. Below, there is a battery life indicator. Settings ReviewIf you said yes to one of the above, SIMPLEX+ is the sole choice that covers it all. We are proud to offer our first entry-level detector, the SIMPLEX+, which makes quality metal detecting available and affordable for all users. As mentioned, Nokta are always pushing for improvements in their products. The Nokta Makro Simplex + is no different. There have been several software improvements since its launch. With the beaches and rivers being one of the key terrains for these machines waterproofmay be of more importance than we normally stress. At Crawfords Metal Detectors we sell a variety of detectors ranging from machines which only have a waterproof coil such as the Go Findand the high performance Vanquish range, to detectors specifically created for underwater detecting, such as the Excalibur II. Detectors like the Excalibur II are pressurised, and ideal for diving, and extreme underwater conditions (depth of 66 metres – 200ft). However, in the UK we find that due to our disappointing climate (let’s be honest, we do love the rain) and fairly cloudy waters that not many detectorists stray more than a few metres into the surf. In our opinion, the Simplex is yesterday’s waterproof detector, but the X-TERRA PRO is the waterproof detector of today, and for the foreseeable future. Vibration feature, which is a very useful regimen for any user, for example, in public places, or underwater. While vibration is not something supernaturally advanced, it is usually absent in budget-friendly machines.

Shaft retracts down to 63 cm (25"). Great for easy transport, storage as well as diving! Lightweight (1.3kg / 2.9Ibs) Vibration mode setting. You can turn vibration on and off for certain targets, or it can also be useful when you search in a quiet place. Or underwater as well.

Nokta Simplex+ Overview

The pre-set search modes are easily chosen from a single menu interface, to search beach, field, park 1 and Park 2 or All Metal. However, the detectors do look quite different. The Simplex is a little more dated in terms of styling and design than the X-TERRA PRO, which is to be expected with approximately 4 years between their release. The X-TERRA PRO almost looks like a hybrid of other Minelab detectors, borrowing elements of the shaft and coil design from the Vanquish range and the control box style from the Equinox detectors. It looks really modern, but one thing that may be either a clincher or a deal breaker for some is the colour. The X-TERRA PRO almost a military, camouflaged green colour which we like, but some might not.

The Nokta Makro Simplex + in my opinion is one of the best single frequency metal detectors in its class. I have a useful article on metal detector settings and what they do here. The Nokta Makro Simplex also benefits from in-built rechargeable batteries that are charged via a USB cable. Many standard features are present like notch discrimination and “frequency shifting” which allows you detect close to another user and not suffer from electromagnetic interference. The Simplex is once again commendable in its degree of target Id’s, offering 0-99 options for target identification. However, once again the X-TERRA PRO has more to offer here. The new generation of Minelab Equinox models(Equinox 700 and Equinox 900) were released in 2023 and provided a new extended target Id range from -19-99 and this technology seems to have been integrated into the X-TERRA PRO. This is amazing as it provides a level of detail on the target for the user that you wouldn’t see anywhere in this price range. The X-TERRA PRO has 30 discrimination segments, each one of which can be used to omit 4 of the target Id numbers, whereas the Simplex has fewer.The shaft of the detector is compact and collapsible – you can not only suit it for people of different height, but also collapse it for transportation. The device is very lightweight, only 2.8 lbs, enabling even teenagers or women to treasure hunt effectively. It still however is a single frequency machine. Currently, multi frequency technology is the talk of the town. One of the most valuable Simplex features is automatic and manual ground balance. If I remember correctly, only Quest detectors have a ground balance feature in the entry-level segment of metal detectors, but it doesn’t work so good.