--- product_id: 144989717 title: "The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder" brand: "the studbuddy" price: "£17.38" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "The Stud Buddy" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/144989717-the-studbuddy-magnetic-stud-finder store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # No batteries required Extra strong neodymium magnets Proudly made in the USA The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder **Brand:** the studbuddy **Price:** £17.38 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧲 Find your studs, not your batteries — the magnetic magic of StudBuddy! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder by the studbuddy - **How much does it cost?** £17.38 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/144989717-the-studbuddy-magnetic-stud-finder) ## Best For - the studbuddy enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted the studbuddy brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted & Proven:** Join over 2 million users who rely on the original StudBuddy for flawless results. - • **Hands-Free Marking:** Clings to studs after detection so you can mark with ease and accuracy. - • **Magnetic Precision:** Pinpoint wood & metal studs effortlessly with powerful neodymium magnets. - • **Zero Battery Hassle:** Always ready—no batteries needed means no downtime or extra costs. - • **Compact & Lightweight:** Sleek design at just 45g fits perfectly in your toolkit or pocket. ## Overview The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder is a battery-free, ultra-lightweight tool featuring powerful neodymium magnets that detect wood and metal studs behind drywall by locating nails and screws. Made in the USA and trusted by over 2 million users, it easily clings to studs for hands-free marking, making it an essential, hassle-free addition to any professional or DIY toolkit. ## Description Product Description Step 1: Place First, place The StudBuddy against the wall in a vertical position. Step 2: Scan Next, slowly scan the wall back and forth in 24" sections while gradually moving The StudBuddy up or down the wall. Step 3: Detect Lastly, you’ll know when you’ve detected a stud when The StudBuddy sticks to the wall. Start Hanging! Now that you've quickly detected your stud, start hanging away! Review: A must have for DIY - This is a great product and a must have for anyone with stud walls. I had a more expensive electronic stud finder but this is a simplier and frankly I think an easier and more reliable solution to finding studd walls. This works with the use of magnets to find the nails that are holding the plaster board onto the studds behind. Its a handy size so just drops into your toolbox or even your pocket when using. Review: Simple and very effective - Brilliantly simple and effective. No batteries, easy to store and transport, very little risk of breaking. Within a few minutes of getting it out of the packet, I’d found my stud, marked it up with a laser level, and successfully bolted in some anchors. This is going to be a well used tool! ## Features - The original Studbuddy, the world's simplest stud finder. - Finds wood and metal studs behind drywall by locating nails and screws in the studs. - No batteries required. Hangs on the wall once studs have been located. - Extra strong neodymium magnets. - Made in the USA. Over 2 million sold! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00E4690X4 | | Best Sellers Rank | 1,103 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 7 in Scanners & Testers 10 in Picture Hangers | | Brand | The StudBuddy | | Colour | Orange | | Country Of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 15,345 Reviews | | Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds | | Manufacturer | The StudBuddy | | Manufacturer Part Number | 107 | | Material | plastic with encapsulated magnets | | Material Type | plastic with encapsulated magnets | | Model Number | 001 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Number of items | 1 | | Number of pieces | 1 | | UPC | 605594100107 | | Unit Count | 1 single unit | ## Product Details - **Brand:** The StudBuddy - **Color:** Orange - **Material:** plastic with encapsulated magnets - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Number of Pieces:** 1 ## Images ![The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51k1WbO6QVL.jpg) ![The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5189HjjQE0L.jpg) ![The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KoyQL0DnL.jpg) ![The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71lTUfPV14L.jpg) ![The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61sGdRbnnLL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this attracted to the stud itself, or a nail in the stud? How is this different from using a small magnet to find the nails (my current method)?** A: The Studbuddy attaches to the fasteners in the wall. The differences I can see is that since this stud finder's base is plastic you run no risk of scratching the paint, also, the Studbuddy is about 6 inches long and you may find a screw or nail more easily than with a smaller magnet. **Q: Does the Stud Buddy have stronger magnets than the Stanley 47-400 stud finder?** A: Hello and thank you for your question. The StudBuddy® uses a much stronger magnet (N52 neodymium) than the Stanley 47-400, which allows The StudBuddy® to hang on the wall "handsfree" to provide continual visual reference for the user. The StudBuddy Team **Q: What is the gauss magnetic force for this? is it over of less than 3000 Guass?** A: Hello, I hope this answers your question. Surface Field: 6157 Gauss (each magnet) Pull Force: 16.63 lbs (each magnet) The StudBuddy Team **Q: What us the best way to store this? I feel like when i put it in my toolbox it will stick to everything metal** A: Yes, it will stick to something metal. I just put it in a side pocket in the tool bag. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must have for DIY *by R***K on 12 April 2026* This is a great product and a must have for anyone with stud walls. I had a more expensive electronic stud finder but this is a simplier and frankly I think an easier and more reliable solution to finding studd walls. This works with the use of magnets to find the nails that are holding the plaster board onto the studds behind. Its a handy size so just drops into your toolbox or even your pocket when using. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple and very effective *by M***E on 12 May 2026* Brilliantly simple and effective. No batteries, easy to store and transport, very little risk of breaking. Within a few minutes of getting it out of the packet, I’d found my stud, marked it up with a laser level, and successfully bolted in some anchors. This is going to be a well used tool! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Functional and simple, but need a soft-touch back to them *by A***R on 10 January 2026* I was initially looking for an electronic stud locator however, kept running into reviews saying they could be temperamental and incorrect; and when drilling into a wall, you preferably measure twice and cut once. On further research, I found most builders tend to just use a strong magnet for locating studs as they've found that the most effective. Therefore, I settled on this little unit. Essentially, each StudBuddy a plastic housing around two strong magnets. They do locate studs, and grip strongly to the wall when they find it. The one gripe I have with them, and why I knocked off one star, is that they don't have a soft-touch back to them and so, when you're hunting for a stud, you need to scrape a bare bit of plastic across your painted wall, which makes me wince every time. This could probably be remedied with cutting a thin piece of velvet to size and attaching it to the magnetic side, and I don't imagine it would impede their function too much. Word of warning, they come in a blister-pack, so have a large pair of heavy-duty scissors nearby. ## Frequently Bought Together - The StudBuddy® Magnetic Stud Finder Tool - Made in the USA - Easy to Use Stud Finder Magnet - No Batteries Required - Powerful Magnet Stud Finder - Wall Stud Finder for Drywall and Wood - Studfinder - Torpedo Level Magnetic, Firecore 9 Inch Shockproof Small Leveler Tool with 3 Bubble Spirit Level 45 90 180 Degree, Construction Levelers for Hanging Pictures Install Shelf Home Renovation - Stud Finder Wall Scanner - 5 in 1 Stud Finder Tool w/Microprocessor Chip and HD LCD Display, Stud Detector Beam Finders for the Center and Edge of Wood AC Wire Metal Studs Joist Pipe (Misty Gray) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/144989717-the-studbuddy-magnetic-stud-finder](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/144989717-the-studbuddy-magnetic-stud-finder) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-24*