Don’t be fooled by the model design, as far as looks and design go the machine still looks very similar to the Garrett Ace 150, with the addition of a few extra buttons, they have opted to keep the simplicity. In areas where the trash was light, it was enjoyable to run the detector in All-Metal mode to hear the different audio tones and watch the Target ID. Part of the American brand's Ace series, it's user-friendly and packed with functions, making it ideal for budget-conscious detectorists and hobbyists.

I knew I was getting closer than others were when coins turned up close to swing poles, while the rest of the playground had been cleaned out. The Ace 250 has some very exciting features, so sit back and read along as we look over this bright new star of Garrett Electronics. The LED displays the following features, battery level, depth of the target, the mode selected, and sensitivity. The square pull tabs often tend to give a strong double beep, whereas nickels have a softer single beep sound.Just turn it on by pressing the PWR (Power) button, and this intuitive detector does the work of setting the controls for you. We provide only high-quality reviews to meet the needs of the metal detecting community for objective and fair information about machines, accessories, and brands.

I counted once how many friends had started with my ACE 250 and then bought their own device… In just a few years, this ACE 250 gave the world 24 newbies! Again, depending upon hunting conditions, including trash level, beach hunters should love this mode for finding rings, bracelets, and other jewelry. So when you dig a coin that indicated 4" but ended up being maybe 2-1/2 or 3", that is still correct. It would just be a bit of fun really for both myself and my daughter, we have permission from our local farmer to use his field.Furthermore, while the others will be spending their time trying to master complex expensive devices, you’ll be already collecting your first nickels, dimes and pennies found. Ace 250 is the one most often bought by newbies who are not yet aware of the performance nuances of metal detectors. It’s a beginner’s model but it has plenty enough features to keep you interested for years, even experienced detectorists would find this a productive machine because it finds metal just as it’s supposed to. The S-shape handle creates a better grip for your hands, which makes it more comfortable to hold onto this metal detector.