Quest X5 IDMAXX Metal Detector with 9" x 5" Blade9 Waterproof Coil

The Quest X5 IDMAXX Metal Detector packs fast, readable target identification into a 2.4 lb machine that folds down small enough for a daypack. Built on Quest's CVX Compact VLF platform, the X5 runs a single 12 kHz frequency, reports every target on a clear 1 to 99 ID scale, and swings the waterproof Blade9 Turbo D search coil. The whole detector is waterproof to 10 ft (3 m), the internal battery runs up to 30 hours per charge, and a built-in backlight, flashlight, and handle vibration keep it hunting after the sun goes down. For the price of a mid-range pinpointer, the X5 is a complete, serious detector.

Why the X5 Is the Smartest First Detector Money Can Buy

Most entry-level detectors make you pay twice: once at the register, and again when you outgrow the toy-grade target ID and buy the machine you should have started with. The X5 skips that step. Its IDMAXX system pairs a large two-digit target ID with a segment bar across the top of the 3" LCD, so a US quarter reads around 84 with the bar landing in the high-conductor zone, and you learn to call your targets before the shovel comes out. Discrimination works by accepting or rejecting individual ID segments, Park and Field arrive as smart factory presets, and Gold mode opens everything up for prospecting and all-metal surveys. Stable performance in mineralized dirt and beach salt comes from real ground balance and frequency shift, features that machines at this price usually leave off the spec sheet.

What's in the Box

• Quest X5 IDMAXX control box with handle: 3" LCD (60 x 45 mm) with backlight, built-in speaker, flashlight, and touch keypad
• Blade9 search coil: 9" x 5" waterproof Turbo D coil with coil cover
• Shaft set: 4-section non-rotational telescopic rods adjusting from 18" to 51" (45 to 130 cm)
• Armrest set: U-shape robust armrest with no-tool adjustment
• USB-C charging cable and USB-C to 3.5 mm headphone adapter
• Quick start guide

X5 IDMAXX Performance Features

• Three search modes: Park and Field factory presets tuned for coins and open ground, plus Gold mode with zero discrimination for prospecting and relic surveys
• Target ID from 1 to 99 with high and middle tones by conductivity, so you hear the difference between a pull tab and a silver coin before you look down
• Segment-based discrimination: accept or reject individual target ID segments to silence the exact trash a site keeps throwing at you, and your changes are saved when the power goes off
• Manual ground balance: hold the ground balance button and pump the coil to quiet mineralized dirt, hot rocks, and salt sand
• Frequency shift beats interference from power lines and nearby detectors, a feature that matters on club hunts and organized digs
• Non-motion pinpoint button locates targets precisely in the hole and doubles as a depth check
• Waterproof to 10 ft (3 m), so rain, wet grass, creek edges, and shallow surf are normal operation
• Built-in 1000 mAh Li-Po battery runs up to 30 hours and recharges in about 4 hours from any USB-C source, including a power bank or car adapter
• Display backlight, built-in flashlight, and switchable handle vibration for early mornings, late evenings, and windy beaches
• Audio your way: built-in speaker with adjustable volume, USB-C wired headphones, or any 3.5 mm headphones through the included adapter
• Flat folding design: retract the lower rod and rotate the coil flat against the shaft for the most compact storage state
• Just 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg) total weight, light enough for all-day swinging and young detectorists

X5 vs X10 at a Glance

The compact X1 IDMAXX is on the way and will round out the bottom of the range. See every X Series machine, coil, and accessory in our Quest metal detectors collection.

Why Buy from Serious Detecting

Serious Detecting is an authorized Quest dealer, so every X5 IDMAXX arrives genuine with the full manufacturer warranty intact. Our team hunts parks, farm fields, and salt beaches with machines in this class, so we can talk you through discrimination, ground balancing, and tone behavior before your first hunt. Compare the X5 against the rest of our metal detectors lineup, add a pinpointer to cut your recovery time, pick up metal detector headphones for quiet sites, or grab a spare search coil, digging tools, and metal detector parts and accessories to finish the loadout. Free shipping on most orders over $99, with 30-day returns.

Questions about the X5 IDMAXX or help choosing between the X5 and X10? The detecting experts at Serious Detecting are here before and after your purchase.