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Metal and wood stud Finder

Ratings & Reviews for The StudBuddy Metal and wood stud Finder

4.3
292
Review
 4.3 out of 5
292 Reviews


83% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this magnetic stud finder for its simplicity and reliability. Most appreciate the no-battery design, straightforward operation, and accurate magnetic detection of nails and screws in studs. Many reviewers note it outperforms expensive electronic models, requiring no calibration or blinking lights. Customers value its portability and durability, with several mentioning it fits easily in toolboxes or pockets. A few report the magnet struggles with plaster lathe or older walls, and some note difficulty with certain wall types. Overall, reviewers strongly recommend it for routine drywall tasks like hanging pictures or mounting televisions.

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292 Customer Reviews

It helped

Would Recommend

I needed additional info before drilling into a wall. This showed me where to drill (and not to drill).

June 17, 2026
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Bought this second one for my dad

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I like the simple design and use

June 16, 2026
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Very useful.

Would Recommend

Simple but outstanding!

June 14, 2026
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Finds studs by metal in them (nails, screws, etc.

Would Recommend

Non-powered, works magnetically.

June 10, 2026
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Leave it on the wall to help design your project.

Would Recommend

Excellent stud finder that remains attached to the wall for easy planning.

June 9, 2026
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Easy Stuf Finder

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Pretty cool little stud finder. Works great and it’s not to bulky. Actually magnetized to the wall so you can follow the stud easier

June 5, 2026
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Does the Job

Would Recommend

Good, inexpensive alternative to electronic stud finders. Works as advertised on metal studs and will stay on the wall if desired. On wood stud walls, you’ll feel resistance from the fasteners, but there is not enough metal to hold the stud finder to the wall. Does the job though.

June 5, 2026
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Move to the next one

Would Not Recommend

Barely works and scratches your wall.

May 27, 2026
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Pair it with a straight-edge level

Would Recommend

This simple magnetic stud finder is very accurate and easy to use. Once it locates the nail or screw head, you can quickly identify the stud location behind the wall.

May 27, 2026
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Simple

Would Recommend

Havent used this product yet, but i love the simplicity

May 18, 2026
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Bye Bye Wall Scanner

This Stud Buddy is an amazing alternative to the traditional wall scanner. Just simply find the drywall screws and BAM! You've found a stud. No batteries, no false reading, just simple.

May 13, 2026
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