Nokta Simplex Metal Detector

Originally launched by Nokta Makro as the Simplex+, the detector earned a strong reputation as one of the best value machines you could buy, and the line has since grown into a small family. Today the badge covers several variants: the Simplex Lite, the mid-range Simplex Plus, and the top-tier Simplex Ultra. They share the same waterproof body, simple interface and free-update philosophy, differing mainly in features, coil options and bundled accessories.

All of them keep the same core promise: a genuinely waterproof detector that a newcomer can switch on and use in minutes, yet one that keeps up as your skills grow. That combination is why the Simplex name keeps appearing in beginner recommendations year after year.

Across the current New Generation models, the published specifications point to a consistent feature set:

• Fully waterproof to 16 ft (5 m) - safe for rain, creeks, shorelines and shallow diving.
• Carbon fiber shaft that retracts down to 25" (63 cm) for easy transport and storage.
• Lightweight and well balanced at around 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg) for long hunts without fatigue.
• Color LCD screen with LCD backlight, keypad backlight and a built-in LED flashlight for low-light and underwater use.
• Lithium battery with USB-C charging and Bluetooth audio support.
• Free online firmware updates via USB on a PC.

For the full breakdown of search modes, discrimination and depth behavior, see the Simplex settings and depth guide.

The Simplex suits first-time detectorists, coin and relic hunters on a budget, and anyone who wants a single rig for dry land and the water line. Owners often describe it as the machine they recommend to friends getting into the hobby. If you detect beaches, rivers or wet ground regularly, the waterproof body is the headline reason to choose it over cheaper land-only rigs.

It is not a specialist gold or deep-relic machine, and advanced users eventually move to multi-frequency flagships. But as a do-everything starter it is hard to beat for the money.

Pick the version that matches your budget and how serious you are:

• Simplex Lite - the most affordable entry point into the line.
• Simplex Plus - the long-running mid-range workhorse.
• Simplex Ultra - the fullest-featured model with the color screen and extra modes.

Owners who want to stretch their kit should also browse Simplex accessories, from coils and shafts to wireless headphones and battery and charging options.

In the sub-$400 class the Simplex competes with machines like the Garrett ACE series and Minelab Vanquish. Its edge is being fully waterproof at a price where many rivals are only rain-resistant, plus Nokta's habit of adding features through free updates. See the full head-to-head on the Simplex vs competitors page, and read owner feedback in the Simplex review.

Street prices for the current bundles typically land in the roughly $299-$398 range depending on the version and included accessories. For a breakdown of what each package costs, see the Simplex price page. New owners should also bookmark the Simplex manual and run the latest firmware update before their first hunt.

Source: www.amazon.com

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