Minelab Pro Find 35 Review: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly 

Thanks for the honest review.I love my pro 35. No issues accessing the battery compartment at all. I have not had to replace the battery for well over 6 months now and I detect at least twice a week. I do however remove the battery when not in use. Good tip is to ground balance the pinpointer each time you turn it on, makes it even more effective and precise.

I was specifically scouring RU-vid this morning to find a video to remind me how to open the battery compartment on my minelab pro 35. I need to open it because due to an injury, I can't MD for a while and I need to remove the battery that's already been in there for 2 years. Thanks for letting me know that it's NOT me! I will now head to the garage for my channel locks. 😡 I also just bought n new "lanyard" (a real one). Otherwise, I'm pretty happy with my pinpointer. Thanks for the review.

Great video , I just got a 35 after 3 carrots and a XP. My only complaint is the lanyard ( so far)as I keep mine in a holster set up with my Lesche. I will keep an eye on your channel though as I do plan on finding the perfect pin pointer. You would think Minelab would have put a lot more thought into their pin pointer as they have such great detectors🤷🏻‍♂️anyway, keep they videos coming and thank you

I just ordered one of these after having to have my Garrett carrot repaired or replaced two times in the last year. I'm hoping I don't regret my decision. Thanks for the great review now I know what to expect

Thanks! Certainly helped me reconsider. I was going to replace the pro-15 coming with my EQ 800 but I'll just hold off for now.

LOL...your voice is made for radio! Very distinct,

Thanks for the honest review. It helps a lot!!!!

Great review

Great review! Wish you would've done a few more. Suggestions: Nokta Makro pinpointer and F pulse from fisher.

I just got this pinpointer this weekend with my 540. It seems ok so far.

Would have liked a review on its technology not to cause interference with metal detectors, the main reason I've purchased it hoping it will work nicely with the nox. Thanks thou, good honest review.

Great review Big Dog! Even though I’m happy with my Nokta Makro pinpointers I watched this since your reviews are top notch.

Great info. Thank you.

I like this one, thanks for the info mate.

I just bought one of these and read a few people talk about the battery compartment issue. Mine opened up with ease lol. GREAT review though.

The fpulse and tekpoint both use AAs. I love them! Only down side is they're pulse based so they can make a little static on your machine despite being able to change the channels. I never found one that worked for my machine, I just live with the noise.

One thing I really wish Is that the volume could be adjusted, I like using the vibration with the tone but it's so loud and I've got it taped to dampen it. Good video

Terrific review, thank you.

Great review (honest and explanation why) this clip needs to be joined (vs) to the Garrett Pro AT. Here is Australia they retail for about the same $. You should also mention how to detect the Chinese copies.

Well i have a min lab 35 i love it no problems at all the holster fits on my web belt without a problem while it is top heavy it fits in the holster quit tight and does not fall out as for the Battery i use a rechargable 9volt just saying

other mine .with my Equinox 800 and some gadgets like the new triple carbon stam and the combination Pinpointer and digger holster .realy exited .just one problem.i never saw a detecting machine in my life .wish me luck

Good job

Hello😊. I just a few minutes ago watched your video... Awesomely done...I give you...an *A plus*😊. (Another A+ for the GTBATUgly references/music etc.😊 Thanks also for making me lol...(really😌). I have been 99% convinced that I need to purchase the Minelab 800 with the 6" & the 15" coils and protectors. (Why... because when I do (eventually decide to do something) I overdo...well.... everything.🙄😏 After LOTS of researching and reading and watching videos because I will be detecting in many different location so the 800 seems to (so far) be my most intelligent choice. Many of the package 'deals' include the Pro-find 20 but for me it's all or nothing. Actually I have been researching me purchasing a metal detector (and wand, shovel, etc.,etc., etc.😳 for longer than most metal detector hunters have been in the 'field(s)' metal detecting 🙄😏...as it (to me) is a BIG decision because spending 1500 or more dollars on anything is....well..a big decision (again..."for me"😌). Since watching (& listening to) your very UNbiased video I am (AGAIN🙄lol) UN(🙄🤣lol)...UNdecided about the Pro-find 35. Since I believe you have much..MUCH greater knowledge pertaining to all of this than I believe I'll EVER have would you please let me know what YOU would purchase. If you think the 800 is NOT my best choice please let me know that too...and why would also be very helpful. (For the pinpointer & the detector. Thank you very much Apologies for rambling. Very sincerely, Michael Stein

Stateside, DANCO makes a waterproof plumbers grease that comes in a small tube (Lowes). My battery cap was initially very "snug". Used a rubber jar lid remover, no problem. Applied a small amount of the grease to the cap threads....snug but loosens nicely now. What lanyard do you recommend? Thanks for taking the time for your review.

Loved how you used the spaghetti westerns to describe the positives and negatives of the pinpointer. I have the pro-35 but I think I’m going to buy a rechargeable pinpointer next time. I paid $20 for two 9 volt batteries today. Ridiculous

Very good👏👏🥂

As of 1 March 2024 it's $95.00 on Amazon. Yes, the, lanyard is ridiculous, replaced it. Overall, much better than the carrot I started with.

Hi Big Dog, Thanks for an honest review. I have the 35 as it was bundled with my new Nox 800. My odd question is how were you able to attach that REAL lanyard to the cap??? I tried attaching a key-ring to it or a lanyard, but no luck. And how's it holding-up for you? Thanks Again.

Love the t shirt mate 😎🔥

Your video seems detailed and is what made me decide to go with this pin pointer. I’ve had mine for three weeks and it’s already failing. I’ve tried 6 different batteries today and none will even turn on the machine (yea they were installed properly). The original battery that came with it will turn it in but it shuts off as soon as it detects metal. The cap is very hard to get off and I have strong hands. There is very little use hours wise on this finder and it has never been submerged under water except for a faucet to rinse it off. The light is utterly useless and it’s ergonomics are not very good. The only thing it will do is raise and lower the volume. It also loses track of its target on a regular basis which makes detecting very hard. This is a very expensive product and has failed in about every way possible. I’m definitely going with something different. I’m finding out that Mine Lab products are not very good. My Equinox 800 and headphones will not pair no matter what I do (yes all products are fully charged). Didn’t even get a owner’s manual for the detector. This product and Mine Lab in general get a D- in my book. Glad to see yours works though.

I received the Minelab 35 pinpointed but when I go out I will take my $50 DR OTEK I feel more comfortable with its ability for a quick find. Check it out

I Thought 🤔 I Was The Only One, Was About To Eat Some Spinach. F Minus On Opening The Battery Cap, Seriously It Took Me 3 Days And Some Bruised And Redness On My Hand Trying To Open The Battery Cap. Great 👍 Video. Thanks For Sharing.

I need a pin pointer since the bounty hunter one that came with my metal detector was horrible. So I’m thinking of buying a Garret Carrot (pro pinpointed) or a Xp deus 4. Are these good choices. Pls respond

Keep Vaseline away from 9v battery terminals as its one of the few greases that is conductive

Love your Review... You got 8 subscribers !!!!

Any plans on doing a review of the Garrett Pro Pointer AT?

The light needs to be able to turn on/off. The holster is great to cable tie to the Metal Detector.

Got to disagree on the battery department, I find it easy to unwind, and just do hand tight to seal it. i had to pack the battery compartment with small bits of card, that helped the battery connect. That was on both my minelab pin pointers. The 35 is so much more sensitive, but it loves the battery's, excellent pin pointer..

Not geting that one….good video..thanks

The Main Feature that Sold me, it is a Minelab product and Does not cause interference on my Equinox. Unlike the Garrett Carrot and the Fisher F-Pulse that I Have to decrease the detector sensitivity, move the detector away or turn the detector off to keep my ears from getting blown out by Non-Minelab Pin-pointers while using a Minelab detector. Happy Hunting...

Hi. New to your channel, hey great review! Does this pointer detect 360 or just at the point? I have the Garrett AT in which I love, but I wish it would just use the tip for the detection, maybe Garrett can add a button to switch to 360 or at the point. I am considering the White's TRX but right now having trouble finding them, everyone is out of stock.

Whites trx was the best. I have the nokta pinpointer also. Rechargeable and a good unit. Just want to make sure it's charged before you go.

BRILLIANT REVIEW, DON'T THINK I'LL BE 'BUYING THE 35, UNTIL THOSE IMPROVEMENTS ARE DONE, HOW COULD THEY HAVE OVERLOOKED SO MANY DESIGN FALT'S !!!!!!!!!!!!! UK

I have no issues with the battery compartment on mine. Appreciate your review though

What I'd like to know, is long term... will it suffer from the eventual falsing issues that the garret and some others do ?? Any ideas or data yet ?

Wish I saw this before I bought it, still a good pointer but I would have bought a Garrett

Thanks for sharing your review and I was going to buy this pinpointer until I saw this 🤔, shame really as it could be an amazing pinpointer

Good review ... I'll stick with my Mi6 and Carrot

Thanks for the review. I will give the Pro Find 35 a miss. I am looking at the XP MI-4. Have you done a review on this pinpointer? New to the channel & from Australia.

Try the Nokta pointer, I like mine, does use a 9v batt but 2 controls, nice quality video, nice job, oh and if your having trbl opening the pointer, just ask your wife to try 😂

I wish I would have watched this before I bought mine. The main reason I bought this one instead of a Garrett was because of the discrimination or the tone for iron. I guess it doesn't really matter, I've got my at Gold should be here Wednesday. I was just hoping the pinpointer would help eliminate some iron as I'm using a cheap $89 bounty Hunter pioneer until my Garrett arrives the bounty Hunter does not discriminate very well at all

Get a rechargeable 9v battery set up

The battery compartment thing must be a problem in aMErica, as an Australian l have absolutely no problemo opening it. Have you thought of not tightening it so much, just saying.

minelab pro find 35 between quest xpointer..which one is good ??

Silicone grease, if it works on SCUBA Regulators and it does, it works on Pinpointers. I use it on my Garret Carrot... Im getting a 35 so I can do a review. Look for my Kitchen Sink Test.... Mind Blowing.

I bought the Pro-Find 35 with my NOX 600. On level 5 sensitivity it would start alerting like crazy just tilting the unit. It got worse and then started powering itself off. I sent it in to repair and they found the battery housing was cracked allowing water intrusion. So I got a brand new one from them today under warranty. It is even worse!!! From level 3-5 it will start chiming just tilting the darn thing. I'm emailing them and sending a video to see what the heck is going on. I have seen other similar complaints of the erratic behavior and the cracked housing. I'm looking for another brand.

I put a rechargable in mine , did not fit.

Mi6 all the way 🔥

The description is same in Australia.

I use a 9v rechargeable battery, problem solved

I get the battery deal definitely lame. But as for opening and closing not a problem???

I brought this pinpointer and was disappointed I later brought a much better Garrett Propointer AT

The battery 🙈,, but it's a really good unit lol?

I didn't get a wrist strap or lanyard!

Go crazy on salt water

Minelab was kind enough to replace my Pro 35 due to a cracked case even though it was a bit out of warranty. I don’t have any issue opening the battery compartment. It opens easy for me, even at 70 years old. Perhaps you need some hand strengthens exercises, Hahaha. I have so many expensive items that take AA and AAA batteries it’s down right depressing. Alkaline batteries are antiquated and darn right dangerous for expensive electronics. They leak and destroy anything that you forget to take batteries out of. Never have I had a leak in a 9V battery. A plus for 9V batteries. As a firefighter, there is a reason that some smoke detectors still use 9Vs. The majority of my AA and AAA electronics I’ve replaced the alkaline batteries with NiMh however not all electronics will operate at a slightly lower voltage. I find that the unit is balanced just right for me. It fits in my finds holster just fine. I may take your recommendation of upgrading to an actual lanyard though. Thanks for that tip. Now we’ve just boosted your overall rating to A- in my book. Cheers and thanks for the video.

I simply buy a rechargeable 9v

I seriously hate this pin pointer. I only use it when my garretts are broke.

Not really a discriminator like most are saying.

its cause he doesn't understand Australia

$220 Australian. There are much better pinpointers . I have one and I hate it .

Mine is an absolute pile of junk. Falses on everything or absolutely no signal. I've used it a dozen times with many different batteries. Nope still a piece of trash.