ACESingle frequency
ACE 400
10 kHzFrequency
Not publishedWaterproofing
2.9 lbWeight
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Garrett · Multi-frequency detector
Garrett ACE Apex
The ACE Apex is the multi-frequency ACE. Garrett lists 5, 10, 15, 20 kHz, Multi-Frequency, Multi-Salt, on a 6 x 11-inch DD Viper coil from its Multi-Flex platform.
5-20 kHz4 frequencies
CoilWaterproof part
Not publishedWeight
| Technology | Simultaneous multi-frequencyGarrett calls it Multi-Flex |
|---|---|
| Frequencies | 5, 10, 15 and 20 kHz5, 10, 15, 20 kHz, Multi-Frequency, Multi-Salt |
| Waterproofing | Coil only (depth not published)Viper coil fully waterproof |
| Weight | Not published |
| Coil | Viper, 6 x 11-inch elliptical DD |
| Battery | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion (micro-USB) |
| Battery life | Up to 15 h |
| Search modes | Zero, Coins, US Coins, Jewelry, Relics, Custom, Pinpoint |
| Sensitivity | 8 levels |
| Target ID | Large target ID numbers, 5-tone audio ID |
| Display | Backlit LCD |
| Headphones | Z-Lynk wireless built in (headphones sold in packages) |
| Warranty | 3 years, limited parts and labor |
| Status | In the current rangegarrett.com shows only the international-customer purchase block on this page (Oct. 16, 2026). |
Source: Garrett, ACE Apex product page (opens in a new tab), read Oct. 16, 2026.
- Not publishedWeight: Not published on the product page.
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How it differs from its neighbors
The ACE 400 runs one frequency, 10 kHz, with five search modes plus pinpoint. Both models have Iron Audio. The 400 weighs 2.9 lb; Garrett's product page gives no weight for the Apex.
The Vortex VX5 is multi-frequency too. It runs a single 13 kHz or multi-frequency, 13 kHz, Multi-Freq. on its page. Its whole body is waterproof to 16 ft (5 m). Both list 8 levels of sensitivity.
Unlike the ACE 400, which comes with headphones included, the Apex has Z-Lynk wireless built in, with headphones sold in packages. The display spec reads Backlit LCD, with large target ID numbers and a 5-tone audio ID.
Both ACE models carry a warranty of 3 years, limited parts and labor. The 400 runs on 4 x AA (included), where the Apex charges by cable.
| Spec | DetectorACE Apex | BundleACE 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Frequencies | 5-20 kHz5, 10, 15, 20 kHz | 10 kHz |
| Waterproofing | CoilWaterproof part | Not published |
| Weight | Not published | 2.9 lb1.32 kg |
| Battery | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion (micro-USB) | 4 x AA (included) |
| Target ID | Large target ID numbers, 5-tone audio ID | 0 to 99 |
| Display | Backlit LCD | Not published |
View on Amazon ACE Apex (opens in a new tab)Affiliate link | View on Amazon ACE 400 (opens in a new tab)Affiliate link |
Facts from Garrett's page for each model, read Oct. 16, 2026.
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Other Garrett models to compare
Three facts per model on one scale; open a card for its full spec sheet.
VortexMulti-frequency
Vortex VX5
13 kHzFrequency
16 ftDetector
3 lbWeight
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ATSingle frequency
AT Max
13.6 kHzFrequency
10 ftDetector
Not publishedWeight
View on Amazon AT Max (opens in a new tab)Affiliate link
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Questions about the ACE Apex
Answered from Garrett's product page, read Oct. 16, 2026.
The coil is. Garrett calls the Viper coil fully waterproof and states no rating for the control box.
The Apex page lists 5, 10, 15, 20 kHz, Multi-Frequency, Multi-Salt.
Up to about 15 hours on the built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, depending on settings.
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