XP Metal Detectors

Name

XP Metal Detectors

Legal name

SARL XPLORER

Website

https://xpmetaldetectors.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Metal Detection Equipment

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Inspection, Checkweighing & Detection Systems (Vision, Metal, X-ray) (IMALAOAH)

Keywords

• Metal detectors
• Wireless detectors
• Gold prospecting
• Treasure hunting
• Detector accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Castanet-tolosan

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Metal Detector Hardware Sales: XP Metal Detectors generates revenue primarily through the sale of metal detectors, pinpointers, and accessories. Products include wireless detectors (DEUS II, DEUS, ORX, ICON/ICONX, WS6 MASTER, XTREM HUNTER) and wired detectors (G-Maxx II, Gold Maxx Power, ADX150).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

XP Metal Detectors designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance wireless and wired metal detectors (DEUS II, DEUS, ORX, ICON/ICONX, WS6 MASTER, XTREM HUNTER, Gold Maxx Power, G-Maxx II, ADX150) along with pinpointers (MI-6, MI-4), wireless headphones, search coils, the patented S-Telescopic stem, waterproof kits, carrying cases, and the GO TERRAIN companion mobile app. The products are sold exclusively through a global network of authorized resellers and distributors in more than 50 countries, with continuous free software updates extending product capabilities.

Product overview

XP Metal Detectors is a French manufacturer (SARL XPLORER, founded 1998) of high-performance metal detectors headquartered in Castanet-Tolosan, France. The product portfolio comprises wireless detectors (DEUS II, DEUS, ORX, ICON/ICONX, WS6 MASTER, XTREM HUNTER) and wired detectors (Gold Maxx Power, G-Maxx II, ADX150), complemented by pinpointers (MI-6, MI-4), wireless headphones (WS5, WSAUDIO), specialized accessories (waterproof kits, coils, stems), and the GO TERRAIN mobile application for tracking and sharing detection activities. The company differentiates through wireless FMF (Fast Multi-Frequency) technology in its flagship DEUS II, with recent V4.0 software introducing Stereo Multi-Processing and Audio Morphing capabilities. All products are backed by a 5-year warranty with 5 additional years of repairability, and select products carry LONGTIME certification for durability and repairability. Products are distributed through authorized resellers in over 50 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DEUS: Wireless metal detector product line, including original DEUS and DEUS II models
• DEUS II
• ORX
• ICON / ICONX
• XTREM HUNTER
• G-Maxx II
• Gold Maxx Power
• ADX150
• GO TERRAIN

Products and services

• DEUS II High-performance fully wireless multi-frequency all-terrain metal detector built on proprietary FMF (Fast Multi-Frequency) technology, with wireless digital radio link between coil, remote, and headphones. Targeted at hobbyist detectorists seeking a versatile flagship detector for varied terrain.
• DEUS Original wireless metal detector and the predecessor to DEUS II, delivering high-performance detection with wireless connectivity between coil, remote control, and headphones for hobbyist users.
• ORX Wireless detector providing high sensitivity and specialized programs for native gold prospecting and coin detection, targeted at experienced hobbyists and prospectors.
• ICON / ICONX Detector range positioned as powerful, simple, and ready for adventure, with ICONX offering enhanced features compared to the standard ICON model for hobbyist detectorists.
• WS6 MASTER DEUS II wireless headphone that can function as a standalone detector control unit, providing full access to Stereo Multi-Processing menus when paired with stereo headsets. Intended for DEUS II owners.
• XTREM HUNTER Specialized wireless detector engineered for extreme detection scenarios and challenging terrain conditions, aimed at hobbyists tackling demanding sites.
• Gold Maxx Power Wired high-frequency metal detector operating at 18 kHz, optimized for finding small objects including native gold, small gold coins, poor-alloy coins, and fine jewelry, targeted at prospectors.
• G-Maxx II Versatile wired metal detector designed for coin detection and deep large target searching, paired with the 27cm High Energy coil and featuring new multi-tonal analysis with adjustable ferrous threshold, suited to hobbyist users.
• ADX150 Entry-level wired metal detector providing beginner-friendly performance without complex settings, operating at 4.6 kHz with a patented S-Telescopic ergonomic stem, targeted at new hobbyist users.
• Pinpointer MI-6 First wireless-connected pinpointer compatible with XP ICON/ICONX, DEUS II, DEUS, and ORX detectors, with 50 sensitivity levels, wireless audio transmission, waterproofing to 6 meters, and lost pinpointer recovery mode. Used by hobbyists to precisely locate targets once detected.
• Pinpointer MI-4 Entry-level pinpointer with core MI-6 features minus wireless radio connection, waterproofed to 6 meters and operating at 12 kHz, used by hobbyists to locate targets precisely.
• WS5 Headphones Full wireless over-ear headphones with built-in control interface, rainproof, supporting 35 frequencies from 3.7 to 27.7 kHz with 15-27 hour battery life, capable of independently controlling the detector when remote is absent.
• WSAUDIO Headphones Wireless rainproof foldable neckband headset with a detachable earpiece module, compatible with DEUS V6 update and optimized for ORX detector use during hobbyist detecting sessions.
• GO TERRAIN Application Dedicated mobile app for metal detection that records and shares detection journeys and discoveries, connects to XP DEUS II, DEUS, and ORX detectors, and offers STANDARD (free maps, solo activities) and PREMIUM (group mode, cloud storage) tiers.
• XP Backpack 280 32L specialized backpack for metal detectors with multiple dedicated pockets and a MOLLE attachment system, made from 600D-1000D polyester with included rain cover and a 2-year warranty.
• Pelicase XP Case Heavy-duty all-terrain protective case with polyurethane casters, shock resistance, and waterproof/dust protection via O-ring sealing, foam interior, and padlock capability for transporting detectors in extreme conditions.
• XP Waterproof Kit Underwater detection kit enabling diving and detecting up to 5 meters depth, including a 2.5m aerial antenna, inline volume control headphone adapter, fixings, and a waterproof armband for the remote control.
• S-Telescopic Stem Patented ergonomic S-shaped telescopic stem combining the advantages of S-stem and straight telescopic designs, enabling quick deployment/folding and instant coil changes with millimetre-adjustable length.
• XP HE (High Energy) Coils High-energy wired search coils for G-Maxx II, ADVENTIS 2, and ADX150 detectors, available in 22.5cm, 27cm, 30x36cm, and 38x45cm sizes.
• XP GM (Gold Maxx) Coils Gold Maxx Edition High Energy wired search coils optimized for the Gold Maxx Power detector, available in 22.5cm, 27cm, and 30x36cm sizes.
• Car Charger Vehicle charging accessory for all XP wireless detector components, with robust polymer clips and upgraded charging pins for field recharging.
• DEUS II V4.0 Software Free firmware update for the DEUS II detector adding Stereo Multi-Processing, Multi-Reactivity, Audio Morphing, and dynamic stereo spatialization capabilities to existing units.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free software updates extend product capabilities without hardware replacement
• +1 more outcomes

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Quest Metal Detectors: Quest is a newer entrant offering affordable multi-frequency detectors (X10, Q30) and accessories aimed at hobbyist entry-level buyers. Partial overlap with XP's ICON range and a similar accessory-driven monetization model, though smaller scale and limited premium wireless offering.
• OKM Detectors: OKM (Germany) makes 3D ground scanners, deep detectors, and gold-detecting devices sold to treasure hunters and prosumer users. Comparable detection technology stack and certain customer overlap, though focused more on deep-target/3D imaging than XP's all-terrain FMF wireless lineup.
• Detech: Detech (Bulgaria) is a smaller manufacturer of metal detection coils and detectors focused on European markets. Partial overlap with XP on search coils (XPOO4, XP30 product family) and entry/mid-level detectors targeting the same hobbyist segment.

Direct peers

• Fisher Research Labs / First Texas Products: Fisher Labs (part of First Texas Products) is a legacy US detector maker (F22, F44, Gold Bug Pro) targeting the same hobbyist coin, relic, and gold-prospecting use cases. It competes head-to-head with XP's mid-tier wired detectors and offers comparable distribution through specialty retailers.
• Minelab: Minelab (Australia/Codan) is the global leader in hobbyist metal detection and the most prominent pioneer of multi-frequency technology (Equinox, Vanquish series). It directly competes with XP's DEUS II flagship on multi-frequency performance, and overlap in target customer (coin, relic, gold prospector) makes it XP's primary direct peer.
• White's Electronics: White's Electronics is a long-standing US metal detector manufacturer (MXT, M6, TDI series) serving hobbyist and prospecting customers. Comparable on customer profile, channel distribution, and product tiering to XP's mid- and entry-level wired detectors.
• Garrett Metal Detectors: Garrett is a long-established US metal detector manufacturer (ACE, AT series) serving hobbyist and security markets with a broad product portfolio. Its premium AT Max/AT Pro wireless offerings overlap with XP's DEUS/DEUS II on feature set, customer profile, and channel-based distribution.
• Teknetics: Teknetics (sister brand to Fisher under First Texas Products) sells entry- to mid-level hobbyist detectors (T2, G2, Patriot) targeting the same coin/relic/prospecting use cases as XP's ADX150, G-Maxx II and Gold Maxx Power. Overlap in dealer-based distribution and hobbyist buyer persona.
• Nokta / Makro Detectors: Nokta/Makro (Turkey) is a fast-growing direct competitor with multi-frequency detectors (Legend, Score) and underwater models that target the same hobbyist gold prospecting and coin/relic segments. Aggressive pricing and feature parity make it one of the closest competitive comparables to XP.

Regional players

• C.Scope: C.Scope is a UK metal detector manufacturer with a primary focus on the UK and Ireland market (CS4Pi, CS770XD). Comparable product type and hobbyist targeting, but regional focus makes it a partial overlap rather than direct competitor in XP's continental European and global footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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