Manufacturer | The StudBuddy |
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Part Number | 107 |
Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 5.75 x 1 x 1.25 inches |
Item model number | 001 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 1pack |
Color | Orange |
Material | plastic with encapsulated magnets |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Handle/Lever Placement | Veritical |
Number of Handles | 1 |
Measurement System | english/standard |
Special Features | Portable, Magnetic, Lock-On, Light |
Included Components | Case |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |

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- EASY TO USE: The StudBuddy is the world's simplest magnetic stud finder tool. The StudBuddy works with all drywall construction by using powerful magnets to locate the screws in the studs.
- MADE IN THE USA: The StudBuddy magnet stud finder tool is proudly made right here in the USA from high quality, durable materials.
- NOT INTENDED FOR USE ON LATH & PLASTER WALLS: The StudBuddy is best used as a wall stud finder for drywall and wood.
- HOW IT WORKS: Drywall is hung to wood or metal studs using screws or nails. The StudBuddy utilizes super-strong neodymium magnets to detect those screw/nail heads as you run the studfinder across your wall. When a screw or nail head is detected, The StudBuddy stud finder level "sticks" to the wall, pointing you to the exact location of these studs.
- NO BATTERIES NEEDED: With the StudBuddy stud finder magnet there are no batteries or moving parts to worry about. The StudBuddy is always ready to work with no need for calibration as with other stud finders & scanners!
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After 40 years in construction, our founder was frustrated with unreliable stud-finding methods. While experimenting with neodymium magnets, he discovered they easily locate drywall fasteners, revealing stud positions. This insight led him to create and patent The StudBuddy - a simple magnetic device that finds studs and stays on the wall as a visual marker.
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How is The StudBuddy different from electronic stud finders?
Unlike electronic stud finders that can give false readings due to wiring or pipes, The StudBuddy uses strong magnets to detect actual drywall screws/nails, guaranteeing stud location.
Do I need batteries?
Never. The StudBuddy uses powerful magnets, so it works without batteries or electronics - no maintenance required.
Will The StudBuddy work through thick paint or textured walls?
Yes! The StudBuddy's powerful neodymium magnets can detect fasteners through multiple layers of paint, wallpaper, and even heavily textured surfaces.
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ASIN | B00E4690X4 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #676 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #3 in Stud Finders & Scanners |
Date First Available | July 23, 2013 |
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Finds wood and metal studs in drywall/plasterboard stud walls. Hangs on the wall when a stud is located. Use for hanging shelves, cabinets, paintings, mirrors, hooks, flat screen televisions and other heavy objects. Not suitable for lathe & plaster.
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Customers find this magnetic stud finder effective and easy to use, with a super strong magnet that quickly locates nails or screws. The tool is accurate, never giving false readings, and customers appreciate that it's cheaper than battery-powered alternatives. They consider it a good tool to have in the toolbox, particularly for simple home projects.
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Customers find that the stud finder works well and is easy to use, with one customer specifically noting its effectiveness on drywall.
"...Very useful and very economical - it is all you need." Read more
"...Also, the slim, vertical design is ergonomic and perfect for its use. I can’t wait to mount my TVs now!" Read more
"...I would highly recommend this product. Works great and easy to use. I also believe it was a little cheaper than my local stores." Read more
"This works great if it’s a newer house with drywall that was hung with screws...." Read more
Customers find the stud finder effective at locating them quickly, with one customer noting it works by locating nails or screws, and another mentioning it saves time.
"...I was able to almost instantly confirm the stud locations with this, it couldn’t have been easier. The good news, I hit them." Read more
"...Its simple it finds the drywall screws that are screwed into wooden studs. That simple. No hitting pipe, conduit or anything else. Just wood studs" Read more
"Works well at finding studs. Good magnetic strength" Read more
"...If you are looking for an easy stud finder with no bells or whistles get this and you will not regret it. 5 stars great tool to have." Read more
Customers find the stud finder simple to use and convenient to carry around.
"...replace electronic stud finders for heavy-duty projects, it’s perfect for quick tasks and avoids the frustration of false readings...." Read more
"...This Stud finder was accurate 100% of the time. Its simple it finds the drywall screws that are screwed into wooden studs. That simple...." Read more
"...I would highly recommend this product. Works great and easy to use. I also believe it was a little cheaper than my local stores." Read more
"I love how simple and inexpensive this is. It’s perfect!..." Read more
Customers find the stud finder to be a great value, noting it's cheaper than battery-powered alternatives and better than other models.
"Economical and easy to use magnetic nail head finder behind dry wall. Very useful and very economical - it is all you need." Read more
"...For anyone needing an affordable, no-nonsense tool for everyday household use, the StudBuddy delivers." Read more
"I love how simple and inexpensive this is. It’s perfect!..." Read more
"Small, handy and overall, good for light work around the house." Read more
Customers praise the magnetic strength of the tool, noting that it works like a champ and sticks to walls as advertised.
"Economical and easy to use magnetic nail head finder behind dry wall. Very useful and very economical - it is all you need." Read more
"...Just glide it along the wall, and the strong magnet quickly identifies screws or nails in studs...." Read more
"Based on the price, not satisfied. The magnets are not strong enough. Really like the design/shape, but should use better magnet(s)." Read more
"Works well at finding studs. Good magnetic strength" Read more
Customers find the stud finder highly accurate, particularly for drywall and studs, and appreciate that it never gives false readings.
"...heavy-duty projects, it’s perfect for quick tasks and avoids the frustration of false readings...." Read more
"...This Stud finder was accurate 100% of the time. Its simple it finds the drywall screws that are screwed into wooden studs. That simple...." Read more
"...that tend to be hit or miss at best....this one uses simple science to always be accurate...." Read more
"...magnetic marvel turned what used to be a guessing game into a quick, precise, and oddly satisfying task...." Read more
Customers find this stud finder to be a handy tool that works well for simple home projects.
"How cool and life changing this is!" Read more
"Small, handy and overall, good for light work around the house." Read more
"This is a good tool to have in your toolbox. It is small and is quite handy to find nails in drywall...." Read more
"Great for basic projects without putting a few extra holes in the wall then having to patch, find the right paint to do touch up… save yourself the..." Read more
Customers appreciate how the stud finder magnetically adheres to nails and screws, staying firmly in place on the wall.
"...for hanging shelves and artwork, and it’s consistently pinpointed studs behind drywall and wood paneling...." Read more
"...But it works perfectly!! And is actually kinda fun - chasing studs through my house :)" Read more
"It doesn’t stick too well to the stud, magnet isn’t too strong and it takes forever to find the stud unlike the old one I lost which finds studs..." Read more
"...StudBuddy is the lightest and smallest out of the three and attaches to the wall the most...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025Size: 1packVerified PurchaseEconomical and easy to use magnetic nail head finder behind dry wall. Very useful and very economical - it is all you need.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2025Size: 1packVerified PurchaseThe StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder is a straightforward, reliable tool that gets the job done without any fuss. Its simplicity is its strongest feature—no batteries or complicated settings required. Just glide it along the wall, and the strong magnet quickly identifies screws or nails in studs. I’ve used it for hanging shelves and artwork, and it’s consistently pinpointed studs behind drywall and wood paneling.
I appreciate that it’s made in the USA and feels durable in hand. While it won’t replace electronic stud finders for heavy-duty projects, it’s perfect for quick tasks and avoids the frustration of false readings. For anyone needing an affordable, no-nonsense tool for everyday household use, the StudBuddy delivers.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2025Size: 1packVerified PurchaseI wish I knew about this sooner! I lost my last stud finder and even when I had it, the thing was so wide and required some weird sized battery that I don’t typically have around. Then I’d only use it once and either lose it in moving boxes or the battery would be dead.
My favorite thing about the StudBuddy is that it doesn’t need a battery! Also, the slim, vertical design is ergonomic and perfect for its use. I can’t wait to mount my TVs now!
I wish I knew about this sooner! I lost my last stud finder and even when I had it, the thing was so wide and required some weird sized battery that I don’t typically have around. Then I’d only use it once and either lose it in moving boxes or the battery would be dead.
My favorite thing about the StudBuddy is that it doesn’t need a battery! Also, the slim, vertical design is ergonomic and perfect for its use. I can’t wait to mount my TVs now!
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- Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2024Size: 1packVerified PurchaseI just received this today but immediately used it to check a recent shelf project that I struggled with because a previously purchased stud finder was practically useless. I was able to almost instantly confirm the stud locations with this, it couldn’t have been easier. The good news, I hit them.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025Size: 1packVerified PurchaseI had my doubts but having the 2 types of electronic ones, that to be honest were half right most of the time. This Stud finder was accurate 100% of the time.
Its simple it finds the drywall screws that are screwed into wooden studs. That simple. No hitting pipe, conduit or anything else. Just wood studs
- Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2025Size: 1packVerified PurchaseI bought this when I purchased a TV hanger. I needed something to find the studs in my apartment. It definitely works great, it is also very sturdy. I even dropped it a couple of times and there were no signs of that and it did not break or crack at all. I would highly recommend this product. Works great and easy to use. I also believe it was a little cheaper than my local stores.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2025Size: 1packVerified PurchaseWorks well at finding studs. Good magnetic strength
- Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025Size: 1packVerified PurchaseThis works great if it’s a newer house with drywall that was hung with screws. I tried it on a closet in my house that was hung with nails, built in the 70’s, and this couldn’t find anything. Overall I still like it but it will only work in about 50% of the house.
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- Andrew HodgsonReviewed in Australia on September 8, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Great simple product that works.
Size: 1packVerified PurchaseGenuinely simple product that works. Used it to find studs behind drywall to hang flat screen TV. No battery required. No hit and miss. Just a simple magnet that finds every nail in the wall.
- Joao LourencoReviewed in Australia on March 23, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and works like a charm
Size: 2 packVerified PurchaseAfter trying multiple digital devices from the local hardware store (which either did not work or broke quickly), decided to try the old school way. These are just so much better! Would recommend to anyone trying to find studs in their drywall!
- AngReviewed in Canada on February 26, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful little gadget to find studs
Size: 1packVerified PurchaseWow, this stud finder works better than any other stud finder i have ever used. It stocks to the nails right away and tells me where the stud is better than any electronic crap. I'll never go back now.
- MichaelReviewed in the United Kingdom on March 25, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Simple but works
Size: 1packVerified PurchaseNo batteries, no screen—just a strong magnet that finds screws or nails in studs. It’s basic but effective if you know what you’re doing. Worked well on plasterboard walls. Cheap, no fuss, and does the job.
- mr c s mackenzieReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 7, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic tools!!
Size: 2 packVerified PurchaseThese items do exactly what you would expect in finding stud work in the walls. Probably one of the most useful tools you could own.