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Fisher F44 Review

The Fisher F44 builds on the F22 with manual ground balance, a larger 11-inch concentric coil for extra depth, and improved target separation. It is a reliable mid-range workhorse suited to coin shooting and relic hunting across a variety of soil types.
6.5/10 overall
★ 4.2/5  •  5200 owner reviews
£249 RRP
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Review Overview

Full Specifications

TechnologyVLF
Frequency7.69 kHz
Coil11″ Concentric
WaterproofCoil Only
Weight2.6 lbs
DisplayLCD
Ground BalanceManual
Target IDYes
Pinpoint ModeYes
Audio Tones4
Battery2× AA
Battery Life25 hrs
Max Depth10″
Warranty5 yrs
Skill LevelIntermediate
Best ForAll-Purpose, Coins, Relics
AvailabilityIn Production

Pros & Cons

👍 What We Like

  • Manual ground balance for versatility
  • Larger coil for greater depth
  • 5-year warranty
  • Excellent battery life

👎 Watch Out For

  • Concentric coil not ideal for heavily mineralised or trashy ground
  • Single VLF frequency
  • Heavier than F22

How It Performs

🏖 Beach Detecting
Manual ground balance improves beach performance over the F22, but this is still a single-frequency VLF – not the best choice for wet salt beach.
🪙 Gold Prospecting
The 7.69 kHz frequency is not optimised for gold but the manual ground balance helps in variable soils.
🌱 For Beginners
Accessible for motivated beginners. Manual ground balance adds a learning curve but is a valuable skill to develop early.
🪙 Coin Shooting
The 11-inch coil provides meaningful extra depth on coins. Very good coin shooter for the price.
🏹 Relic Hunting
Handles relic hunting well in farmland and woodland. Larger coil covers ground quickly.
Our Verdict
6.5/10

A capable, well-rounded choice that delivers solid value. Best suited to intermediate-level detectorists focused on coins, relics, all-purpose.

Last reviewed: 2026-05-24

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