Garrett Vortex VX9

Garrett Vortex VX9 is the top professional model in the Vortex series, built for serious detectorists who work in complex, challenging environments and high-trash sites. It combines advanced target identification, flexible frequency options, fast recovery performance, and saltwater beach capability—while remaining fully waterproof up to 16 feet (5 meters).

As the “professional’s choice,” the VX9 delivers more target information and more control than the lower Vortex models, helping you make better dig decisions—especially in mineralized ground, wet salt sand, and areas filled with iron trash.

Why Choose the Garrett Vortex VX9?

The VX9 is designed to provide real field value, not just specs:

• Suitable for advanced users and ambitious beginners who want a long-term, high-level detector

• Stable operation in complex environments and trashy sites

• Better dig decisions with multi-level target ID and iron-focused scales

• Adjustable recovery speed to separate targets more clearly

• Built for real use on land and in water (fully submersible)

It’s also part of the world’s first fully upgradeable waterproof detector series—meaning the Vortex platform supports software upgrades to unlock more frequencies and advanced features.

Supported Targets

The Garrett Vortex VX9 is a metal detector built to detect a wide range of metal targets, including:

• Coins (including low-conductive coins)

• Jewelry

• Relics and historical metal objects

• Non-ferrous targets

• Ferrous targets (with control over iron audio/volume)

It is particularly useful for sites with heavy iron trash, where identifying unwanted iron helps reduce unnecessary digging.

Real Search Depth (Transparency)

The VX9 provides excellent detection depth and strong Target ID accuracy, supported by advanced multi-frequency operation and sensitivity controls.

However, real-world depth depends on:

• Target size and shape

• Soil type and mineralization

• Selected mode, frequency, and sensitivity settings

• User skill and sweep technique

⚠️ Depth is not fixed and is not guaranteed under all conditions.

Accuracy & Target Discrimination

• More detailed target information through the 3-tier target ID display

• Two ferrous scales help identify unwanted iron trash

• Stable re-scan behavior improves dig decisions

• Iron Volume control reduces distractions while keeping valuable target audio clear

• Better separation of adjacent targets with adjustable recovery speed

Ease of Use

Despite being a professional model, the VX9 is designed to remain practical in the field:

• Backlit LCD for night detecting

• Simple access to powerful menu options

• Rechargeable built-in lithium-ion battery

• Approximately 15 hours of operation per charge (as provided)

• Clear audio ID with 5-tone target audio

Field Performance

The VX9 is built for challenging sites:

• Fully submersible to 16 feet (5 meters)

• Suitable for streams, lakes, and ocean coastline use

• Smooth operation and deep target ID accuracy in wet salt sand and surf (Multi-Salt)

• Effective in trashy areas and competition hunts (FAST Mode + recovery speed control)

Package Contents

Based on the provided information:

• Garrett Vortex VX9 metal detector

• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery

• Charging solution (rechargeable operation is provided; exact charger items depend on package)

• User resources/documentation

Wireless headphones are not included (sold separately).

Who Is This Device For?

✔ Suitable if you:

• Want a professional, feature-rich detector for complex environments

• Detect in high-trash areas and need better target separation

• Hunt wet salt beaches and surf and need Multi-Salt capability

• Want more control over target interpretation and iron behavior

❌ Not suitable if you:

• Want a toy or casual entertainment detector

• Are unwilling to learn modes, ground balance, and advanced settings