# XP Deus II HF2 Metal Detector

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/xp-deus-ii-hf2-metal-detector
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/metal-detectors
- Placement: #2 of 14 in Metal Detectors, A tier
- Brand: XP
- LP on this board: 752
- Last researched: 2026-09-04T03:33:31.049Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
- Dataset: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22062813 - every board at once, one dated snapshot per release, same licence, prices and photographs left out
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## Verdict

The community consistently highlights its advanced features and versatility, making it the top choice for serious users seeking performance and customization options.

## For

- Advanced multi-frequency capability
- Highly versatile for different detecting scenarios
- Clear audio signatures for bottle caps
- High-frequency capability
- Durable housing in newer models

## Evidence

Consolidated from 20 cited sources across 14 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Destination Gold Detectors LLC | Destination Gold | B | https://destinationgolddetectors.com/blogs/news/xp-deus-ii-coil-comparison-chart?srsltid=AfmBOoqvfRXynzENT0TUCR1UDbW2U_RdW19D44J8HNjPaix4h3ElankV | fetched and confirmed |
| Friendly Metal Detecting Forum | Big Boys Hobbies | B | https://metaldetectingforum.com/index.php?threads/new-xp-icon-icon-x-metal-detectors-what-we-know-so-far.315753/ | fetched and confirmed |
| DetectorProspector.com | NCtoad | B | https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/31303-is-the-hf-coil-worth-it/ | fetched and confirmed |
| The History Digger | The History Digger | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCFswWenuUM | fetched and confirmed |
| Southern Relic Adventures | Southern Relic Adventures | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eH5grQPPdPc | fetched and confirmed |
| Seek and Detect | Seek and Detect | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1v8JFH2Hm-A | fetched and confirmed |
| The Scottish Detectorist | The Scottish Detectorist | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LoJwKbCdqM | fetched and confirmed |
| Southern Relic Adventures | Southern Relic Adventures | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0AgcuAAuf4 | fetched and confirmed |
| The skill school | The skill school | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWpetMQrRxE | fetched and confirmed |
| xpmetaldetectors | xpmetaldetectors | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zZUjU6hyn0 | fetched and confirmed |
| Paystreak Superfreak | Paystreak Superfreak | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dY6l36kBTk | fetched and confirmed |
| xpmetaldetectors | xpmetaldetectors | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUkaMQ2uV1M | fetched and confirmed |
| Calabash Digger Adventures | Calabash Digger Adventures | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X24AW0zRtsU | fetched and confirmed |
| The History Digger | The History Digger | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vm-Uzbq3wmE | fetched and confirmed |
| Southern Relic Adventures | Southern Relic Adventures | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KDU2jWKKE4 | fetched and confirmed |
| The Dig Show \| Metal Detecting & Relic Hunting | The Dig Show \| Metal Detecting & Relic Hunting | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K154syQXOs | fetched and confirmed |
| Southern Relic Adventures | Southern Relic Adventures | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJ_XMrn6ydw | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | - | B | https://www.facebook.com/XPMetalDetectors/posts/-another-incredible-demonstration-of-what-the-xp-deus-ii-hf2-coil-can-achieve-ev/1202969645379993/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Big Boys Hobbies Metal Detectors | Bart Davis | B | https://bigboyshobbies.net/blogs/default-blog/best-metal-detectors-of-2026-so-far?srsltid=AfmBOooN-zjZyuQ5ALof_-YEhGS3JVMUTMrSlW3q8tRWqYHTV61fMVyE | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | - | B | https://www.facebook.com/fb-answers/xp-deus-ii-detector-review/?locale=mk_MK | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Minelab Vanquish 440 Metal Detector | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/minelab-vanquish-440-metal-detector |
| 3 | Garrett AT MAX Metal Detector | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/garrett-at-max-metal-detector |
| 4 | Minelab Equinox 900 Metal Detector | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/minelab-equinox-900-metal-detector |
| 5 | Nokta FindX Pro Metal Detector | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/nokta-findx-pro-metal-detector |
| 6 | Minelab Manticore Metal Detector | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/minelab-manticore-metal-detector |
| 7 | Minelab Equinox 700 Metal Detector | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/minelab-equinox-700-metal-detector |
| 11 | Garrett ACE 250 Metal Detector | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/garrett-ace-250-metal-detector |
| 12 | Bounty Hunter Metal Detector | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/bounty-hunter-metal-detector |
| 13 | Gold Monster 1000 Metal Detector | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/gold-monster-1000-metal-detector |
| 14 | Bounty Hunter Gold Digger Metal Detector | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/bounty-hunter-gold-digger-metal-detector |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/metal-detectors.

## What this tier means

- A: Excellent. Strongly recommended, beaten only by the very best.

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