Franklin Sensors ProSensor M150/X990 Stud Finder with Live Wire Detection and 9-Sensors, Wood & Metal Stud Detector/Wall Scanner

I’ve tried a few stud finders before and this one is much better and far more accurate. It detects the full width of the stud rather than just the edges, which makes it much easier to see exactly where to drill. Very simple to use with no complicated calibration, just place it on the wall and move it across. The display lights up clearly when a stud is detected. Overall a very reliable tool and a big upgrade over cheaper stud sensors.

Using this is a whole new ball game in detecting studs; it's just so much easier than the traditional single-sensor stud detection machines. Electricity wire detection is not quite so accurate; it'll detect the current but trying to pinpoint its exact location is extremely hard. However, you know to avoid the area! The only real downside with unit is not related to its operation but its price. At £38 is very expensive compared to other stud detectors, however as mentioned, it does have a rather unique operation so maybe that' explains the high price.

Used this to avoid power cables when putting shelves up in she’d. Power cables are running through the walls. Works well.

Not a great device. Identifies location of most live wires reasonably well but I wouldnt rely on it. Within its limitations ease of use and value for money are ok

Absolutely the best bit of kit I’ve bought in the last 12 months. The ability to find the center of a stud is a game changer for me. I love how it lights up green when the center is found, goes that extra bit of confidence. The electrical sensor works great too, but hard to know where exactly the electrical wire is, the sensor just lights up a yellow led shaped like lightning. I am presuming it’s the center of the device it is alerting for. Either way, it’s the best sensor I’ve owned. A++

Used alongside common sense and a boroscope to confirm findings, a brilliant piece of kit. You would never drill or cut blindly into a wall. (But some still will).

Good at stud detection, not so great at cable and electricity detection. It is easy to use and is light, though I am not sure it would survive many drops.

I just bought this and tried it for quite a while using new batteries. Didn't find any studs in walls, floors or ceilings. Sent it straight back. (It did seem to find some electrical cables but this isn't what I bought it for)