How Much Do Bounty Hunter Metal Detectors Cost? Price Guide by Model

Bounty Hunter prices track the three tiers that organise the whole lineup: the more you spend, the more discrimination, target ID and adjustability you get. The controls are the biggest driver - simple analog knobs cost less than a digital LCD with numeric target ID. Here is how the range is positioned from cheapest to most expensive, without quoting figures that change with every sale.

Even at the top of the Bounty Hunter range, the digital flagships stay well below what specialist brands charge for comparable target-ID machines - which is the brand's whole appeal. For a full feature breakdown of each tier, see our best Bounty Hunter metal detector comparison.

Two identical-looking Bounty Hunter detectors can carry very different prices, and it usually comes down to a handful of factors:

• Analog vs digital controls. A two-knob analog machine like the Gold Digger is always cheaper than a model with an LCD screen and numeric target ID.
• Discrimination and search modes. Notch discrimination and multiple programmes add cost, which is why the digital tier sits at the top.
• Coil and bundle. Kits that include headphones, a pinpointer or a larger search coil cost more than the bare detector, but often save money versus buying the extras separately.
• New vs used. Used and open-box units are cheaper, but check the coil and shaft aren't worn - our parts guide covers what to inspect.
• Retailer and season. Prices swing with holiday sales and stock, so the same model can look very different week to week.

Because of that last point, any fixed price we printed here would be wrong within days - so we point you to the live listing instead.

For most first-time buyers, the entry and mid tiers are the sweet spot. The Gold Digger and Tracker IV deliver real coin, jewellery and relic finds for a fraction of what a serious hobby machine costs, and they're forgiving to learn. Spending up to the digital tier makes sense only if you specifically want an on-screen target ID before you dig, or you hunt trashy, iron-heavy ground where notch discrimination saves your back. If you're weighing whether the brand delivers at its price, our honest take on whether Bounty Hunter detectors are any good goes deeper on value for money.

The used market is full of Bounty Hunter detectors because the brand has sold so many over the years. A clean second-hand Tracker IV or Gold Digger can be a great budget entry - just confirm the coil isn't cracked and the machine powers up and responds to a coin. Discontinued models such as the Legacy 2500 and Prospector often sell used at collector prices rather than bargain prices; our guide to discontinued Bounty Hunter models explains which older machines are worth chasing and which current model replaces them. As a rule, buying a current model new gets you a warranty and easy access to coils and parts, which is usually worth the small premium over a used unit.

The most reliable way to see what a specific Bounty Hunter costs today is to check its live listing, where the price reflects current sales, bundles and stock. We deliberately don't hard-code dollar figures on this site because they'd be out of date almost immediately and could mislead you. Pick the model you're interested in from our full comparison, then use the price-check link to see the current price and any bundle deals before you commit.