Description
Garrett Vortex VX5 Metal Detector
The Garrett Vortex VX5 is the entry model in the Vortex series, but it is still loaded with serious detecting features. It offers single and multi-frequency operation, a single-tier MD-MF Target ID scale, three audio tones, fast fixed recovery speed, backlit LCD, rechargeable battery, Iron Audio, pinpoint, and a fully submersible waterproof design rated to 16 feet. It is a great choice for coins, jewelry, relics, parks, fields, streams, lakes, and general treasure hunting.
IN THE BOX
Vortex VX5 comes ready for action with the essential detector package you need to start hunting:
Garrett Vortex VX5 Features
Frequency Options
Choose a powerful 13 kHz single frequency or search with Vortex simultaneous Multi-Frequency operation to achieve excellent detection on a wide range of targets in a variety of soils.
Search Mode Versatility
Choose From 4 Modes
- Zero Discrimination
- Standard Mode — ideal for hunting relics, jewelry, and most international coins
- US Coins Mode
- Custom Mode
Submersible to 16 Feet
Search streams, lakes, wet ground, and ocean coastlines with confidence. The Vortex VX5 is fully submersible to 16 feet / 5 meters, making it ready for both land and water-edge detecting.
Search With Confidence
- Fast Target Recovery Speed
- Excellent detection depth and Target ID accuracy
- Backlit LCD for night operation
- Rechargeable battery with approximately 15 hours of search time per charge
- Lightweight and collapsible design
- 3-tone audible Target ID
MD-MF Technology Explained
Garrett’s Vortex platform is designed as an upgradeable waterproof detector series. As your skills increase, you can convert VX models with software updates. Each Vortex model upgrade adds additional operating frequencies, more advanced features, and more power.
Easy-Access Powerful Menu Options
- Hi-resolution ground balance with 175 points of resolution
- Volume control for built-in speaker and headphones
- Eight sensitivity / depth adjustments
- Iron Audio for identifying complex iron objects
- Four search modes plus pinpoint
- Frequency Shift for reducing EMI
- Backlit LCD for night hunting
Why Choose the Garrett Vortex VX5?
Entry Vortex Model
The VX5 is the starting point in the Vortex lineup while still offering waterproof performance, MD-MF technology, and strong everyday detecting features.
Single and Multi-Frequency
Choose 13 kHz single frequency or simultaneous Multi-Frequency operation depending on your detecting conditions.
Single-Tier Target ID
The single-tier MD-MF Target ID scale gives clear target information for coins, jewelry, relics, and general hunting.
Fast Fixed Recovery
Fixed fast recovery speed helps separate adjacent targets in common trashy locations.
Fully Submersible
Waterproof to 16 feet / 5 meters for streams, lakes, shorelines, and wet hunting conditions.
Backlit LCD
Illuminate the display for early morning, evening, and low-light hunts.
Rechargeable Battery
Built-in lithium-ion battery provides approximately 15 hours of search time per charge.
Lightweight and Collapsible
Collapsible design makes the VX5 easier to transport, store, and adjust for different users.
Upgradeable Platform
Vortex models are updateable and upgradeable, allowing the detector platform to grow as your skills increase.
Garrett Vortex VX5 Specifications
| Detector Model | Garrett Vortex VX5 |
|---|---|
| Target ID Scale | Single-tier MD-MF Target ID scale |
| Frequency Options | Multi-Frequency and 13 kHz |
| Search Modes | Zero Discrimination, Standard, US Coins, Custom |
| Recovery Speed | Fast fixed recovery speed |
| Waterproof Rating | Submersible to 16 feet / 5 meters |
| Z-Lynk Wireless Enabled | No |
| ID Tones | 3-tone audible Target ID |
| Iron Volume | No |
| Pinpoint Mode | Yes |
| Iron Audio | Yes |
| Multi-Dimensional Multi-Frequency | Yes |
| Ground Balance | Yes, hi-resolution ground balance with 175 points of resolution |
| Frequency Shift / EMI Reduction | Yes |
| Volume Control | Yes, for built-in speaker and headphones |
| Sensitivity / Depth Adjustments | 8 levels |
| LCD Backlight | Yes |
| Detector Length | 24.75" to 56.75" |
| Weight | 2.9 lbs without coil cover; approximately 3.05 lbs with coil cover installed |
| Standard Coil Included | 8.5" x 11" Multi-Flex DD Searchcoil |
| Battery | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery |
| Battery Life | Approximately 15 hours per charge |
| Updateable / Upgradeable | Yes |