Garrett Vortex VX5 Metal Detector – Lightweight, Waterproof, and Upgradeable

The Garrett Vortex VX5 is a versatile, entry-level Vortex detector packed with advanced features. Fully waterproof to 16 ft (5 m), lightweight at just 3 lbs, and collapsible from 24.75" to 56.75", the VX5 is ideal for lakes, streams, beaches, and relic hunting.

Featuring MD-MF technology, the VX5 is fully upgradeable to VX7 or VX9 via software updates, giving you access to additional frequencies, advanced target ID, and more power as your detecting skills grow.

With fast target recovery speed, excellent depth, and 3-tone audible Target ID, you can confidently find coins, jewelry, and relics. The backlit LCD and rechargeable battery (15 hours runtime) make it perfect for all-day and night detecting.

⭐ Key Features

• Lightweight & Collapsible: 3 lbs (1.38 kg), collapses to 24.75" and extends to 56.75"

• Fully Waterproof: Submersible up to 16 ft (5 m)

• MD-MF Technology: Upgradeable to VX7 or VX9 models

• Target ID: Single-tier 0-99 scale, 3-tone audible ID

• Four Search Modes: Zero Discrimination, Standard, USA Coins, Custom

• Fast Target Recovery: Ideal for adjacent target detection

• Rechargeable Battery: Lithium-ion, ~15 hours runtime

• Hi-Resolution Ground Balance: 175 points from ferrous to saltwater

• Iron Audio™ & Pinpoint: Accurate identification of complex targets

• Backlit LCD: Easy operation at night

• Frequency Shift & EMI Reduction: Minimize electrical interference

🔧 Technical Specifications

• Frequencies: 13 kHz, Multi-Frequency

• Tones: 3

• Sensitivity Settings: 8

• Recovery Speed: Fixed

• Ground Balance: Auto

• Search Modes: Zero, Standard, USA Coins, Custom

• Weight: 3 lbs (1.38 kg)

• Length: 24.75"–56.75" adjustable

• Waterproof: 16 ft (5 m)

• Warranty: 3 Years Limited Parts/Labor

• Updateable/Upgradeable: Yes (to VX7 or VX9)

Garrett Vortex Series Comparison – VX5, VX7, VX9