Are you trying to find pipe locators among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling pipe locators on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 28 hours of research and did 27 pipe locators tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best pipe locators you can buy today
- IP67 Waterproof Probe: This pipe detector can be used to detect wall studs, metal pipes, PVC pipes and even water pipes. Widely used in interior decoration, home installation and other industries, allowing various construction safely proceed
- Wireless probe: It accurately locates hidden blockage, clogging inside the pipe and reminds you with a buzzing sound.
- Adjustable Sensitivity: The receiver can increase the sensing ability to the transmitter by adjusting its sensitivity. Transmitter Detection Length: 20M
- Long Battery Life: Built-in 2000mah 3.7V lithium battery, running time of 12 hours, it is convenient to be charged by computers, power banks.
- Package Include: Pipe Blockage Emitter x1; Pipe Blockage Receiver x1; USB Charging Cable x2; Headphone x1; Probe Accessories x8; Manual User x1; Storage Bag x1
- PIPES IT CAN DETECT: Iron, Steel, Ceramic, Transit, Asbestos Cement & Plastic Pipe (PVC) with or without magnetic tracers
- CABLES IT CAN DETECT: Electrical, Telephone, Fiber Optic, Conduit pipe
- DETECT ALL THESE UNDERGROUND OR UNDERWATER
- Features: No dials No batteries No intricate mechanisms to fail Only one moving assembly Collapses into your hip pocket
- Made In The USA MUST READ BOTH SIDES OF THE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE
- Highly Accurate Positioning: VEVOR pipe locators come with a 100ft/30m long signal line and adopts electromagnetic induction principle. Its signal has strong penetration and precise positioning ability, allowing it to pass through the detection distance of non-metal pipes within 0-40 cm, and the metal pipes 0-15 cm. Make the invisible pipelines blockages visible !
- Strong IP67 Waterproof Ability: The pipe blockage detector works in tough conditions and can detect blockages in both wet and dry pipelines. Comes with 8 spare waterproof probes that are easy to replace on your own, solving the problem of clogged pipes faced by construction engineers and home users.
- Free Sensitivity Adjustment: Adjust the sensitivity according to the actual measurement condition. Increase sensitivity to determine a larger range when the blockage point is not found, and then decrease sensitivity to pinpoint the exact blockage area.
- Operate Longer and More Conveniently: Two charging options - USB and direct lithium battery charging. A full charge powers the transmitter for approximately 10 hours and the receiver for 5 hours. Features constant voltage output for safe and efficient operation. Green low battery indicator prompts timely recharging.
- Wide Applicability: Comes with a user manual, charging cable, earphone cable, 8 waterproof probes, and adhesive. VEVOR pipeline blocking clogging finder, an intelligent blockage measurement tool, is easy to locate blockage points while paying attention to every detail. Quality sewer wall scanner sensor is widely applicable for locating blockages in metal pipes, PVC pipes, water pipes, plastic pipes, and even wall nails.
- Product Compatibility: The extendable length is influenced by the number of bends and the size of the pipe diameter. To prevent cable bending and tangling, it is recommended to use it in pipes with a smooth inner wall and larger diameter. In general, it can pass through one bend in pipes with a diameter greater than 15 inches, and 2-3 bends in pipes with a diameter above 23 inches. Receiver signal length (depth): Non-metallic pipes 0-40 cm; metallic pipes 0-15 cm.
- High Efficiency: Using the 512Hz transmitter, the position of the probe can be easily determined. Save time and money and take advantage of this great feature.
- LED Screen: This pipeline detection locator is equipped with an LED display screen. You can see the monitoring data more clearly, convenient and practical.
- Wide Application: This product can be used in water supply pipelines, cable pipelines, pipeline vacuum systems, industry pipelines, underground pipeline construction, underground cave exploration, underwater research and other exploration work.
- High Quality Material: This 512Hz pipe receiver is made of high quality ABS material, suitable for underwater survey work, waterproof and durable, can be used for a long time.
- Built in Induction Coil: The receiver has a built in induction coil to receive the magnetic signal from the pipe, and the coil generates an induced current to calculate the orientation and position of the transmitter.
- Solve Problem: There are always many pipe blockage problems in life. But we do not have the most effective way to locate and solve. The pipe blockage tester developed by us can penetrate 40cm thick water pipes and walls to locate blockages. Improve work efficiency.
- Work Principle: Pipeline blockage locator adopts the principle of electromagnetic induction.Strong signal penetration and precise positioning.Use Pipe blockage emitter and receiver to locate blockages in metal pipes, PVC pipes, water pipes and wall nails.
- Work Method: Pipe blockage emitter to produce electromagnetic waves. Locate the blockage by the waterproof probe. Pipe blockage receiver receives electromagnetic waves. According to the strength of the signal. Generate buzzing sounds of different sizes to locate the blockage.
- Products Include: Pipe Blockage Emitter x1 Pipe Blockage Receiver x1 Double Head Charging Cable x1 Headphone x1 Probe Accessories x8 Operating Instructions x1 Storage Bag x1 Lithium battery x2. Already equipped with all related products. Please rest assured.
- Hassle-Free Customer Service: The product can only be used to find clogs in pipes. Can’t be used to scan walls and find lines underground. If you have any questions about the use and product quality, please contact me. We will provide you with a satisfactory solution. Completely worry-free, add to the shopping cart immediately.
- Solve Problem: There are always many pipe blockage problems in life. But we do not have the most effective way to locate and solve. The pipe blockage tester developed by us can penetrate 40cm thick water pipes and walls to locate blockages. Improve work efficiency.
- Work Principle: Pipeline blockage locator adopts the principle of electromagnetic induction.Strong signal penetration and precise positioning.Use Pipe blockage emitter and receiver to locate blockages in metal pipes, PVC pipes, water pipes and wall nails.
- Work Method: Pipe blockage emitter to produce electromagnetic waves. Locate the blockage by the waterproof probe. Pipe blockage receiver receives electromagnetic waves. According to the strength of the signal. Generate buzzing sounds of different sizes to locate the blockage.
- Products Include: Pipe Blockage Emitter x1 Pipe Blockage Receiver x1 Double Head Charging Cable x1 Headphone x1 Probe Accessories x8 Operating Instructions x1 Storage Bag x1 Lithium battery x2. Already equipped with all related products. Please rest assured.
- Hassle-Free Customer Service: The product can only be used to find clogs in pipes. Can’t be used to scan walls and find lines underground. If you have any questions about the use and product quality, please contact me. We will provide you with a satisfactory solution. Completely worry-free, add to the shopping cart immediately.
- Highly Accurate Positioning: VEVOR pipe locators come with a 100ft/30m long signal line and adopts electromagnetic induction principle. Its signal has strong penetration and precise positioning ability, allowing it to pass through the detection distance of non-metal pipes within 0-40 cm, and the metal pipes 0-15 cm. Make the invisible pipelines blockages visible !
- Strong IP67 Waterproof Ability: The pipe blockage detector works in tough conditions and can detect blockages in both wet and dry pipelines. Comes with 8 spare waterproof probes that are easy to replace on your own, solving the problem of clogged pipes faced by construction engineers and home users.
- Free Sensitivity Adjustment: Adjust the sensitivity according to the actual measurement condition. Increase sensitivity to determine a larger range when the blockage point is not found, and then decrease sensitivity to pinpoint the exact blockage area.
- Operate Longer and More Conveniently: Two charging options - USB and direct lithium battery charging. A full charge powers the transmitter for approximately 10 hours and the receiver for 5 hours. Features constant voltage output for safe and efficient operation. Green low battery indicator prompts timely recharging.
- Wide Applicability: Comes with a user manual, charging cable, earphone cable, 8 waterproof probes, and adhesive. VEVOR pipeline blocking clogging finder, an intelligent blockage measurement tool, is easy to locate blockage points while paying attention to every detail. Quality sewer wall scanner sensor is widely applicable for locating blockages in metal pipes, PVC pipes, water pipes, plastic pipes, and even wall nails.
- Product Compatibility: The extendable length is influenced by the number of bends and the size of the pipe diameter. To prevent cable bending and tangling, it is recommended to use it in pipes with a smooth inner wall and larger diameter. In general, it can pass through one bend in pipes with a diameter greater than 15 inches, and 2-3 bends in pipes with a diameter above 23 inches. Receiver signal length (depth): Non-metallic pipes 0-40 cm; metallic pipes 0-15 cm.
- SONDE AND LINE LOCATOR: Compact design with the power to easily solve most challenging underground locates for those seeking SeeSnake cameras, remote transmitters or flushable sonde transmitters, target pipes, cables, or energized lines; Use with SeeSnake inspection reels or other sondes for best results
- MULTI-DIRECTIONAL TECHNOLOGY: Antenna constantly sees the entire signal from any direction and by simply maximizing the signal strength, you'll find the target without the worry of false peaks or nulls
- SUPERIOR SPEED AND ACCURACY: Features 4 Sonde and 5 Line trace mode frequencies; digital readout offers real-time signal strength with no false peaks; micro-mapping to surround the target along with on-screen markers and automatic depth calculations for fast, easy, and more accurate locates
- RELIABLE GUIDANCE: Locate position is verified through the micro-mapping and presents on-screen markers of distinctive poles in front of and behind your target with depth calculation that automatically displays when over the target, guiding you efficiently
- ALL-IN-ONE PACKAGE: Locator comes with a carrying case for convenient jobsite transportation and protection as well as surface marker chips, an instructional video, an operator's manual, and 4 C-Cell batteries
- 【Strong signal Penetration Accurate Positioning】: Pipe detector can pass through the detection distance of non-metal pipes is 0-15inch, and the metal pipes is 0-6inch, accurate positioning of the blockage to within 0.39 inch Greatly reduce the removal area. Note: Metal shielding wall material, the signal strength is relatively weak!!
- 【Application】: There are double prompts of buzzer and flash when testing. Our Pipeline blockage locator can be used for metal pipes, PVC pipes, steel pipes, solving the problem of clogged pipes faced by construction engineers and home users.
- 【IP67 Waterproof Probe and Good Stability】: The pipe blockage detector is equipped with a waterproof probe, in the harsh environment with water can also be measured accurately Long service life.
- 【Probe Line Soft and Easy to Bend】: Signal line of the sewer lines and detector is made of polymer materials, smooth surface easy to bend, not easy to break (curvature is too small, please adjust the direction of the probe line)
- 【Rechargeable Lithium Battery】: This pipeline blockage tester has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery of 2000mah 3.7V, which is charged with a charging head of 5V1A (not included). It can run for about 10 hours. With low voltage display function.
- 【What You Will Get】: 1PC x Pipe Blockage Emitter; 1PC x Pipe Blockage Receiver; 1PC x Double Head Charging Cable; 4PCS x Replaceable Probes. Simple and easy to replace the probe, please check the details of the operation steps.
- ⛪【Convenient to Use】：This pipe locator underground locators boasts a highly sensitive probe designed for PVC pipes, water pipes, and wall nails. Users have the ability to adjust the pipe locator's sensitivity, enabling precise identification of the precise clog location. The maximum margin of error is a mere 0.5 inches!
- 🌟【Purchase Reminder】: Our pipe locators are capable of detecting pipes up to 20 inches deep. Keep in mind that the presence of metallic materials could potentially disrupt the signal of the pipe locator. Please purchase according to your specific needs and use case scenario. For any inquiries, please feel free to contact us, and we will provide prompt assistance.
- ⛪【Excellent Quality】：Featuring a waterproof probe crafted from robust ABS material, this pipe detector undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it remains impervious to scratches, corrosion, high temperatures, and high pressures. Rest assured, it possesses the necessary durability to handle a wide array of scenarios with ease.
- ⛪【Attentive Service】: We are here to offer you a holistic service, encompassing everything from the procurement process to product utilization. Whether it be logistics, accessory acquisition, or addressing any usage-related concerns, we take pleasure in assisting you and resolving any issues that may arise.
- ⛪【Package Includes】: Pipe detector transmitter and receiver, power cord and charging head, probe accessories, instruction manual.
- Dynamic Display and Clear Screen Markers- Includes the signal strength indicator, which makes it fast and easy to read
- Advanced Technology Picks the Entire 512Hz Signal immediately- Dynamic beep help find the target sonde transmitter quick and accurate; ideal when Locating using Forbest Inspection Cameras and other sondes that support 512Hz. Please note - This item NEEDS A 512 HZ TRANSMITTER to work, it won't work by itself.
- Adjustable Sensitivity and Near/Far Shift Mode Maximize the Searching Depth up to 15'- With noise (interference) control for more accurate locating.
- Affordable and Reliable with Elegant Design- Lightweight body and an adjustable length make it super easy to carry
- Comes with a 1 year limited warranty with 2 reliable full-service centers with fast diagnosis and repair in the US
- 【Measurement Depth】 This underground pipe locator can detect PVC pipes, plastic pipes, steel pipes, wall nails, cement pipes and metal pipes, which can help solve many pipe blockage problems in life. Non-metallic pipe detection distance is 0-15.7inch, metal pipe detection distance is 0-6inch.
- 【Adjust Sensitivity】The first time you use pvc pipe locator, please adjust the sensitivity of the receiver to the maximum, detect the approximate location, and then adjust the sensitivity down to accurately locate the location of the blockage.
- 【Work Method】Our pipe blockage detector use the principle of electromagnetic induction to locate the blockage with a waterproof probe, and the pipeline blockage receiver receives electromagnetic waves, which can accurately locate the hidden blockage in the pipeline according to the strength of the signal, and remind it with different buzzing sounds.
- 【IP67 Waterproof Probe】Water line locator is equipped with waterproof probes, which can accurately measure in the harsh environment with water. The attached lithium battery has a long service life. The signal line is made of polymer material, with smooth surface, easy to bend and difficult to break. The maximum detection depth is 50 cm /19.69 inches.
- 【Packing List】: 1x Pipe Blockage Emitter, 1x Pipe Blockage Receiver, 1x Double Head Charging Cable, 1x Headphone, 8x Probe Accessories, 1x Operating Instructions, 1x Storage Bag, 2x Lithium battery.
- 100 hours of operation with alkaline batteries (6-AA)
- Find Ferrous objects from 6 inches to 15 feet below ground dependent on object size.
- Abilitiy to sense non-terminated power lines.Analog bar graph
- Digital Display of Sensitivity, Volume, Signal, and polarity
- Includes Soft Carrying Case
- Waterproof locator tube and water-resistant housing
- Easy access battery compartment
- On/Off, volume and sensitivity controls
- Strong, lightweight aluminum tube with durable hard rubber tie
- Includes soft case (19-210)
- ACCURATE: Trace the path and determine the depth of buried conductors (wires or metallic pipes) over distances to 4,000 feet (1.2 km) and depths of 7 feet (2.2 m).
- VERSATILE: Options for direct connection, inductive clamp, and inductive antenna allow active or dead systems location. Transmitter output and receiver sensitivity are fully adjustable for maximum accuracy.
- EFFICIENT: With inductive signal detection, this cable and wire locator can be used on active or dead systems, making it quick and easy to trace the path and determine the depth of buried wires and metallic pipes.
- COMPLETE KIT: Comes with a transmitter assembly, receiver assembly, inductive coupler (clamp), built-in inductive antenna, two 8-foot (2.4 m) test leads with heavy-duty alligator clips, and a durable polyethylene case, making it a complete package for all your location needs.
- RECEIVER & TRANSMITTER: The lightweight receiver provides audible and visual indications of signal strength for accurate identification. Adjustable sensitivity and transmitter power.
- USA QUALITY CONTROL: Professional-grade underground utility location kit, backed by TEMPO quality. Assembled and tested in Vista, CA facility.
- 【High quality】:Our factory will undergo strict quality inspection before shipment, has been committed to providing consumers with the best quality products and services! In addition, the built-in 2600mAh 3.7V lithium battery, 300HZ, battery life of up to 12 hours, to ensure that in harsh environments to play a durable and accurate detection performance.
- 【High Sensitivity, Accurate Detection】 Our pipe locators utilize an advanced technology that combines acoustic and electromagnetic sensing to pinpoint the exact location of a clog and provide precise auditory feedback through a built-in beeper to help you quickly identify and solve problems in your pipes.The 30M pipe blockage detector has a transmitter detection length of 30 meters.
- 【Efficient Waterproofing】 Our pipe locator is equipped with 8 IP67 waterproof probes, which can be applied to all kinds of metal pipes such as PVC pipe, plastic pipe, cement pipe, steel pipe, copper pipe, iron pipe and so on.The pipe blockage detector can help you accurately and efficiently detect blockages from 0-15.7inch in non-metallic pipes and metal pipes:0-6inch, saving you time and energy in troubleshooting your piping system.
- 【After-Sales Service】We are committed to providing our customers with high quality pipe locator tool and excellent after-sales service. you can rest assured that we provide you with a 30 day quality assurance service. Customer's interest is our service purpose.
- 【Complete kit】 Our water line locator underground includes pipe clogging transmitter x1, pipe clogging receiver x1, dual-ended charging cable x1, earphones x1, probe accessories x8, instruction manual x1, storage pouch x1, lithium batteries x2.The wall water pipe detector includes all the equipment you need and a probe replacement kit!
- PIPES IT CAN DETECT: Iron, Steel, Ceramic, Transit, Asbestos Cement & Plastic Pipe (PVC) with or without magnetic tracers
- CABLES IT CAN DETECT: Electrical, Telephone, Fiber Optic, Conduit
- DETECT ALL THESE UNDERGROUND OR UNDERWATER
- Features: No dials No batteries No intricate mechanisms to fail Only one moving assembly Collapses into a neat package to fit in your hip pocket or on your belt with Included Canvas Case
- Made In The USA PATENTED PRODUCT
- 📏【Time and Money Saver】Helpful-Locating & tracking buried and hidden wires.No more calls,no more cost, find and fix it by yourself.
- 📏【Before Buying】Please check what kind of wire you want to locate. Only for single-strand wire, or double-strand wire in parallel, not for multistrand wire!
- 📏【How to Use】Easily Locate Pet Fence Wires, Metal Wires, Metal Pipes, Electrical Wires, ect
- 📏【Where You Can Locate】Locate-Determining Which Receptacles are on specific circuits,track-Pinpointing Drill Sites before drilling.
- 📏【Range of Parameters】Wire tracer range-Up to 2-3 feet deep and 1000 feet in length.
- 📏【Earphone & Tips】Get a free Earphone with package. Tips: Do not use on live circuits to avoid damaging the Tester!This device is mainly to locate non-energized Cable, or low-voltage situation less than 24V.
- Easy to Use
- Left / Right Arrows Guide You To Buried Utility
- Single Frequency Locator
- 1W Transmitter
- 1 Year Warranty
- Wide Application: This pipe detector can be used to detect wall studs, metal pipes, PVC pipes and even water pipes. Widely used in interior decoration, home installation and other industries, allowing various construction safely proceed.
- Sensitive and Waterproof: This pipe blockage detector has a waterproof probe, which can still accurately detect blockage in an environment with water and respond quickly, according to the actual measurement situation, you can properly adjust the sensitivity to make the detection more accurate.
- High Efficiency: This pipe blockage detector using the principle of electromagnetic induction and a sensitive sensor head can precisely locate the blockage, which greatly improves efficiency, reduces disassembly area and reduces costs.
- Strong Signal Penetration: The signal of this pipe blockage detector can pass under the concrete wall/floor of 15.7inch thickness, which can precisely locate the pipe blockage and reduce the removal area, the signal wire is very soft, wear-resistant, not easy to break, smooth, and easy to cross the curves.
- Humanized and Thoughtful Design: This pipe blockage detector has many humanized and thoughtful designs, such as the probe self-test function, automatic shutdown function, low battery reminder function, etc., which are very thoughtful.
How to choose a good pipe locators
Does the idea of finding a fantastic pipe locators make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in pipe locators. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top pipe locators products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top pipe locators on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top pipe locators brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top pipe locators based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the pipe locators were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good pipe locators, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your pipe locators.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting pipe locators for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our pipe locators. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what pipe locators should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on pipe locators.
