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May 20, 2026 - 04:20 PM
The VX7 sits between the VX5 and VX9 in Garrett's Vortex lineup. The VX7 adds Multi Salt mode for saltwater beaches, variable recovery speed (Standard and Fast), two-tier MD-MF target ID, and a second single frequency (5 kHz) that the VX5 lacks. The VX9 steps up further with seven total frequencies (5, 9, 13, 18, 25 kHz plus two Multi modes), three-tier target ID, three-stage recovery speed, and a dedicated THIN COINS mode for hammered silvers and low-conductivity gold. All three models are 16-foot waterproof and weigh 3 lbs with the coil installed. Detectorists who hunt primarily saltwater beaches and mineralized relic sites find the VX7 hits the capability-to-cost sweet spot.
