@@calabashdiggeradventures I figured as much, You briefly mentioned it at the end but wasn't sure. It's the clear loser out of those 4. Kind of a shame. There were a lot of people looking forward to the Vortex, kind of a flop.
Both the deus2 and the manticore I've experienced very little to no vdi and dug it to find a very deep mercury dime. But that vortex is a more non vdi's out of normal. I received my vortex fully charged and I'm not disappointed so far.
Garrett makes good pinpointers.Thanks for doing these test. Gives good information for everyone to make a decision on which machine to buy. A lot of Garrett fans will still buy the Vortex. Thanks again for imformation and demonstration.
Take all the time you need Cal thanks for your time and hard work.I envey you at the depth you get there if i get a coin at 6" with my Manticore iam doing great.Good hunting Cal and thanks agin.
Afternoon Calabash, I own the Legend and Triple Score. I wish Nokta would home in more on the VDI’s being more stable. Can you put that in motion. The Vortex is dead on arrival😜😂🤪. Thanks for all your hard work and time putting these detectors head to head. Your much appreciated sir👍💪
I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for Garrett to come out with updates to improve this thing. Their Apex, which has been out for over 4 years and has many known shortcomings, has only had 1 update that has barely improved it's performance.
I hope Garrett is watching these videos and taking notes on how to improve. Because if they only take notes on how to get even for these videos to be made public then they're doing themselves zero justice. But I have a feeling they're only getting upset that these videos are being released and not actually going to take care of any of the issues that these detectors have. Easily a $299 machine I don't see it being any more valuable than that. Without headphones any extra coils nothing just a plain Jane detector that has less performance than lower priced competitors. Shame on Garrett for doing this and releasing subpar machines
depends on the hunting you do! Manticore works a bit better on the beach but i was pulling rings this summer at 16 inches in the salt water! both are deep and great machines but the manticore wins imho!
I like the Deus II better on the beach for a couple reasons...BUT I love using the Manticore on the beach too and feel I am not lacking with either unit on the beach.
@calabashdiggeradventures that really grinds my gears buddy. I won one on their launch video back in June and still not received my prize. I'm really not happy with Garrett right now.
It's not bad honestly. If you were to put all the machine in three tone or 5 tones like the options on the vortex things wouldn't have sounded so nice on the other machines as they do in two tone or pitch, whichever most of them were using. Not sure why the numbers don't show up on the vortex when the tones are so stong........on some targets. It only really failed a couple of targets if you take sound out of the equation. Which......at it's price point is probably a couple too many if I'm being honest.
20 yr sovereign gt user, got a manticore last yr, disappointed at first, almost sent it back. Glad I didn’t. Has some crazy abilities once you learn its language
Minelab is finally back, to before they jumped off with the CTX Sinktanic and the EquiShortBus 800. CTX with weight gain and maybe +1" depth(for $1400USD more) over E-Trac. Then ShortBus800 DEI committee design which could not talk very well... or listen. Manticore is performing as a Minelab, not multifaceted imitation design. Nice testing for the ears.
the manticore has a non-standard plate while the others do...the cost is more than double..and the first updates were terrible...to make a real comparison, try a deus2 against the manticore and see who fares better😉
@@finders-keepers1518to be fair a lot of old detectors sell for way to much, except I saw some good deals on black Friday, I could have got a Nokta backpack (which I need) a Nokta finds pouch, and a Nokta kruzer for $300 Canadain, it was marked down from way higher I forget what exactly But I don't really need a kruzer so i may just wait till next year and buy the backpack by itself for $110
Is there a reason the vortex doesn't display the target ID's quickly or at all? Is that by design?
Thats needs to be looked at by Garrett IMO..
@@calabashdiggeradventures I figured as much, You briefly mentioned it at the end but wasn't sure. It's the clear loser out of those 4. Kind of a shame. There were a lot of people looking forward to the Vortex, kind of a flop.
Hopefully they are watching and will make some adjustments...Headed to the Beach this week too...
@@calabashdiggeradventures I will look out for that vid. Interested how it handles the salt water.
Both the deus2 and the manticore I've experienced very little to no vdi and dug it to find a very deep mercury dime. But that vortex is a more non vdi's out of normal. I received my vortex fully charged and I'm not disappointed so far.
Best buy hands down Triple Score!!!!! Thanks for the test Calabash!!!
You bet!
Garrett makes good pinpointers.Thanks for doing these test. Gives good information for everyone to make a decision on which machine to buy. A lot of Garrett fans will still buy the Vortex. Thanks again for imformation and demonstration.
If you could put a Garrett pinpointer on a shaft, you probably wouldn’t be too far behind their detectors in technology……
Triple Score is hands down the best Value $$$$ !!
Well done Calabash , good effort 👍 the Manticore is leagues above ,as you would expect...
Cal your camera work on your vids is badass mr. appreciate all the effort great job.
Much appreciated
Take all the time you need Cal thanks for your time and hard work.I envey you at the depth you get there if i get a coin at 6" with my Manticore iam doing great.Good hunting Cal and thanks agin.
Thanks!
Its good to see an American company putting forth the effort. I would like to see them step it up though. Maybe some updates will help?
I would like to see a couple things addressed in an update.
Wish you'd put the D2 through this also
Grande Calabash, grazie per i video test fatti sempre in modo imparziale su tutte le macchine 👏👏
Love that 2D screen for added info
Afternoon Calabash, I own the Legend and Triple Score. I wish Nokta would home in more on the VDI’s being more stable. Can you put that in motion. The Vortex is dead on arrival😜😂🤪. Thanks for all your hard work and time putting these detectors head to head. Your much appreciated sir👍💪
Thanks again for another great comparison video!
My pleasure!
I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for Garrett to come out with updates to improve this thing. Their Apex, which has been out for over 4 years and has many known shortcomings, has only had 1 update that has barely improved it's performance.
Great work and the results say it all? Garrett needs to go back to drawing board!
Garrett sleep last 8 years
No vortex for me, Triple score nailed it all
Great video. Garrett needs to up their game
I know that was a lot of work even so I know you really dig it. Lol. Thanks
no blue smurfs under my christmas tree this year! lol😉
I hope Garrett is watching these videos and taking notes on how to improve. Because if they only take notes on how to get even for these videos to be made public then they're doing themselves zero justice. But I have a feeling they're only getting upset that these videos are being released and not actually going to take care of any of the issues that these detectors have. Easily a $299 machine I don't see it being any more valuable than that. Without headphones any extra coils nothing just a plain Jane detector that has less performance than lower priced competitors. Shame on Garrett for doing this and releasing subpar machines
garrett needs to scrape there whole VDI and tone setup for starters those blocks and tones are over 30 years old!
Are the 2 best detectors on the market the Manticore and the Deus 2? Cal, do you still prefer the Deus 2?
I think the best value for the money is triple score. I think the best of the 4 is manticore.
Manticore is the stand out IMO as it should be as it is the most expensive.
Legend V'S Elite Be real cool......
Manticore is the best of the best.
I keep going back and forth on getting a manti... Is it any better then my D2 ?
depends on the hunting you do! Manticore works a bit better on the beach but i was pulling rings this summer at 16 inches in the salt water! both are deep and great machines but the manticore wins imho!
I like the Deus II better on the beach for a couple reasons...BUT I love using the Manticore on the beach too and feel I am not lacking with either unit on the beach.
It's a shame for Vortex, there were high hopes, but the result is below average...
sure seems that way
Great video, very interesting.
Vortex has No target ID on some of those fringe depth targets..
I know....
Why isn’t the Deus 2 in this comparison? Ws6 master is close to the vortex in price.
I had 4 detectors ..Deus II smokes the targets too..
I already watched ify signals and the cheaper Nokta beat it by a mile
Is it possible you've received a faulty unit ? That was shocking .
iffy Signals acts about the same.
@calabashdiggeradventures Enough said , thanks for the upload . Enjoyed as always.
Hey Calabash, how did you get your Vortex buddy? Did you buy it or get it direct from Garrett as a test machine?
I bought it..
@calabashdiggeradventures that really grinds my gears buddy. I won one on their launch video back in June and still not received my prize. I'm really not happy with Garrett right now.
Калабаш сила💪💪💪, Мудэлай магила
Thanks CD that manticore is something eh ,9 coil love mine,thanks again
You bet
The Vortex almost feels like a downgrade from the AT Max.
It beats Max on unmasking big time..
It's not bad honestly. If you were to put all the machine in three tone or 5 tones like the options on the vortex things wouldn't have sounded so nice on the other machines as they do in two tone or pitch, whichever most of them were using. Not sure why the numbers don't show up on the vortex when the tones are so stong........on some targets. It only really failed a couple of targets if you take sound out of the equation. Which......at it's price point is probably a couple too many if I'm being honest.
20 yr sovereign gt user, got a manticore last yr, disappointed at first, almost sent it back. Glad I didn’t. Has some crazy abilities once you learn its language
Yep I agree...
What about deus2?
Will pass them too..
Minelab is finally back, to before they jumped off with the CTX Sinktanic and the EquiShortBus 800.
CTX with weight gain and maybe +1" depth(for $1400USD more) over E-Trac.
Then ShortBus800 DEI committee design which could not talk very well... or listen.
Manticore is performing as a Minelab, not multifaceted imitation design.
Nice testing for the ears.
the manticore has a non-standard plate while the others do...the cost is more than double..and the first updates were terrible...to make a real comparison, try a deus2 against the manticore and see who fares better😉
Been there done that...look at my videos....
Vortex is ok .. but not at that price
Value for money?.. Triple Score every time. If you have the money, the the Manticore. I'm not impressed with the Vortex at all.
I’ll take practically any metal detector over any Garrett machine, why would anyone buy a Garrett now a days
What really blows my mind is what the AT max is selling for new.
Same
@@finders-keepers1518to be fair a lot of old detectors sell for way to much, except I saw some good deals on black Friday, I could have got a Nokta backpack (which I need) a Nokta finds pouch, and a Nokta kruzer for $300 Canadain, it was marked down from way higher I forget what exactly
But I don't really need a kruzer so i may just wait till next year and buy the backpack by itself for $110
Garrett detectors are quality products made in America, not China.
@@The_Essential_Light quality huh?