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EMF Scanner - Metal Detector APK for Android

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Turns a phone's magnetic sensor into an EMF, ghost, and metal scanner.

Download EMF Scanner - Metal Detector APK 1.1.6 49MB

What is EMF Scanner?

EMF Scanner - Metal Detector is an EMF detector and metal finder utility that turns your phone's magnetometer into a pocket scanner for magnetic fields. It reads electromagnetic activity around electronics, wiring, and metal objects, then displays the results as numbers and a moving graph instead of a vague needle swing.

The app pulls raw data from the phone's internal magnetic sensor and converts it into three units: microtesla, gauss, and milligauss, so readings line up with whatever scale you already use. A real-time graph plots fluctuations as they happen, which makes it easier to tell a brief spike from a sustained field near, say, a running appliance or a fuse box. Switching into metal detector mode repurposes the same sensor to flag nearby metallic objects like keys or coins buried in a couch cushion. There's also a ghost detector mode that watches for sudden, unexplained EMF jumps, the kind paranormal investigators log during a session. An alarm can be set to fire once readings cross a chosen threshold, and vibration plus sound feedback confirm a detection without you having to stare at the screen the whole time.

Key Features:

  • Readings display in microtesla, gauss, or milligauss depending on preference
  • A real-time graph tracks EMF fluctuations as they happen
  • Metal detector mode locates small metallic objects using the magnetic sensor
  • Ghost detector mode flags sudden EMF spikes tied to paranormal investigation use
  • A customizable alarm notifies you when fields exceed a set threshold
  • Vibration and sound feedback confirm detections without constant screen-watching

How EMF Scanner is used day to day

Electricians and DIY tinkerers reach for this kind of tool to spot-check whether a wall or appliance is throwing off more field than expected, without pulling out a dedicated meter. Ghost hunters use the same readings for a different reason, treating unexplained spikes as evidence worth recording during an investigation. Someone who just dropped a ring under the couch cushions can flip to metal detector mode and sweep the area instead of digging around blind. None of this replaces a calibrated instrument, but for casual checks it covers the basics: field strength, sudden change, and rough metal proximity, all from a phone you're already carrying.

Apps like EMF Scanner

Smart Tools takes a broader approach, bundling EMF and metal detection alongside distance and sound level meters into one measurement suite, so it suits someone who wants a toolbox rather than a single-purpose scanner. Physics Toolbox Sensor Suite leans the other way, exposing raw sensor data with logging and export options for anyone doing actual analysis rather than a quick scan. EMF Scanner - Metal Detector sits between the two: narrower than Smart Tools, simpler than Physics Toolbox, built around the EMF and metal detection use case specifically.

Anyone curious about EMF levels around their home, hunting for a dropped metal object, or logging spikes for a ghost hunting session fits the intended use of EMF Scanner - Metal Detector. The readings only reflect what the phone's built-in magnetometer can pick up, so accuracy is capped by whatever hardware sensor the device ships with, and results will vary from one phone to the next.

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EMF Scanner APK Download

What's New in Version 1.1.6

No official changelog provided for EMF Scanner - Metal Detector version 1.1.6. This update likely includes general stability improvements and bug fixes.

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System Requirements

OS Version
Android 7.0 (Nougat) or higher
Architecture
Varies by file (Which one do I need?)
Disk Space
~60 MB free space required
RAM
1 GB
Internet
Not required
Google Services
Required   GMS dependent

APK File Details

Package ID com.emf.metal.detector.emfreader
Available on Google Play
Developer Amazic Fun Hub
License Free
Monetization Contains Ads  
Content Rating Everyone
Interface Language
English +16

English, Portuguese, Italian, Korean, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, Arabic, German, Chinese, Japanese, Turkish, Spanish, Hindi, French, + 2 localizations

Required Permissions (15)
  • Requires Google Play Services to launch:
    Note: This is an original file. Unlike modded versions with no verification, it validates via your store account. Details
  • Internet
  • Access Network State
  • Vibrate
  • Wake Lock
  • Post Notifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is EMF Scanner safe to download?

EMF Scanner has passed a basic integrity check. A full antivirus scan is pending. You can check the current scan status in the Security section above.

How to install XAPK file?

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What Android version does EMF Scanner require?

EMF Scanner requires Android 7.0 (API 24) or higher. Optimized for Android 16 (API 36).

Is EMF Scanner free?

Yes, it is free to use, but it is ad-supported.

Does EMF Scanner require a license check?

Yes, this app performs a license check. You may need to have the Google Play Store installed and be logged in to verify the license.

How to update EMF Scanner to the latest version?

Download the latest APK from this page and install it over your existing version — no need to uninstall first. Your data and settings will be preserved. We update the file as soon as a new version is released.

Does EMF Scanner require Root access?

No root is required for basic use. EMF Scanner works on standard Android for CPU info, RAM, battery, sensors, and network stats. Root unlocks a small set of advanced system parameters that Android restricts by default.

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