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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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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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