I Think I Found THE BEST Stud Finder In The WORLD For 2022!? | Test & Review

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On this episode we are going to Review Walabot’s Newest model the Walabot DIY 2! This is compatible for both IPhone and Android Smart Phones! I think I found the best stud Finder in the World for 2022! Let’s do a Test and Review and find out!
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[@TheWaffle2]

Thanks for the info about this tool stud finder.

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! Thank you for watching! 🙏🏽😊

[@chynataina1681]

Hi thanks for your vid! Neat tool! Question: Can one do the same with Walabot l when it comes down to holding phone apart from device vs holding phone and device together back to back? So did I ever pick a winmer? Or is it over?

[@SAMUELPEREZ-yc8uq]

Concerned, that no one has used a wall with insulation and/or plastic vapor barrier. But, I must mention that your review was the best I have seen to date.

[@Schl8erboi815]

Just a thought. When you tried using with everything, other than the first sheet of drywall, did you recalibrate it? Not saying it would work, but it needs calibrated for a reason.

[@raymondrozales919]

Excellent on all your videos. I do part time handyman work and installed many TV’s with one stud finder. Drilling in the correct place is crucial and must be correct all the time. This is very precise and would be very helpful to have. You have taught me many things I have never seen on other videos. Thanks for doing this for all us diy’rs and fixer uppers. Keep on giving your best.

[@lh98]

Ever tried it on the old style lath & plaster walls? The whole wall must show as a stud right?

[@mikieboyblue]

I've been wondering about this product for awhile as it often pops up in ads on mobile apps and KZbin. Seeing this real world test was exceptionally helpful!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could shed light on this product! Thank you 🙏🏽 !

[@AlL-fw2cy]

You're going to need to do a showdown between all your stud finders soon! You should make a test piece of 1/2 and 3/4 drywall with mud, primer and paint.

[@Raunchy133]

Have you calibrated it for each new surface, or was the test done on laminate and 1inch dry wall with the calibration from the 0.5inch? Thanks!

[@kodieivie]

I'd like to know if that would have made a difference also

[@shawnwalsh3502]

Great video! I am generally skeptical of most sponsored reviews, but you seem to be unbiased in your testing. There are two things that will keep me from buying one of these: 1. Cost: You mention the price is $149 (presumably USD). Amazon in the US now lists this at $199USD, however Amazon Canada (where I am) lists it at $350Cdn. Currently that works out to $256USD, so quite a difference. To be fair this video is 2 years old, but still. I'd consider paying that if the device performed more consistently, but even recent Amazon reviews seem mixed. 2. Performance: As you noted it doesn't like to detect PVC pipe or some wires (such as around your alarm panel). Also it seems to have issues with the orientation of wires and pipes that it does detect. I noticed in your wall mock-up tests that the image of the wires especially seem to tilt significantly as you move the device over them. I suspect this is due to the non-uniform profile of the wire; the wire has a slight twist (as is to be expected), so the device is forced to make its best guess. Bonus: Product info from Walabot says it detects movement and they show a picture similar to that from a thermal imaging camera. This is very misleading IMO, especially considering it wouldn't detect your hand behind the drywall.

[@IntervaliaStudios]

I feel like it's more concerning that it didn't pick up the electrical wires inside the house. Just a thought though, when you added the extra 1/2" drywall (to make the 1" test), did you re-calibrate the unit?

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for the feedback! Yes alway recalibrate when doing a new wall just to make sure. 👍🏽😊

[@johnmason2483]

Great session, I have tried those finders that look for nails. Those are worthless. This is great for finding the locations of things behind the wall. Thank you for the demonstration.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for sharing your experience! Thank you also for the support! 🙏🏽😊

[@IntervaliaStudios]

I found the best thing for finding drywall screws/nails is a strong earth magnet

[@perrydadrass389]

It is not bad , I wish it would pick up pvc piping but overall it is not bad very helpful thank you for all of your professional and hands on ideas extremely helpful to me!

[@PiotrTymkow]

I've been using older version of wallaby for couple of years. I love it. I was disappointed that it could not detect a dead rat in my wall but otherwise I am very satisfied with it. I like that the model 2 is wireless.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for your feedback and for sharing with us your experience! Yes one off the DIY 2 best feature is the wireless feature 👍🏽😊

[@Benmeglei1]

What's Biden doing behind your wall? Common man!

[@mikeprice4180]

Thanks for testing the stud finder. I had been considering one for a kitchen remodel that I started. I seems that working on a mobile home, you just don't know what is behind the wallboard on the older homes. They just don't seem to follow any standards it seems.

[@FixThisHouse]

It was by pleasure to be of service! 🙏🏽😊

[@patriciafinney1347]

I wonder if thank you for bthe reason it didn’t pick up the PVC was the plastic not being a heat inducting material? All in all I would love one, just being able to see the studs and the pipe is HUGE! Thank you for another great Video

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the feedback! Stay tuned I will be doing a second follow up video! 🙏🏽😊👍🏽

[@Tgail1]

I plan on making an in-between the studs storage cabinet for my broom and stick vac. Looks like this could come in handy for that👍

[@FixThisHouse]

Yes this will be a big help! Thank you for watching! 🙏🏽😊

[@marilynward7681]

Thanks for the demo I too wish it picked up the pvc pipe…..

[@sixdaslayer4426]

Definitely not worth the $150. Had trouble with the real wall. Obviously he can’t be super critical since they sponsored him.

[@Morphaditeb1]

That's pretty cool. We're remodeling a house that's been kind of hacked together and have a lot of upgrades to do. Ive been through 3 stud finders and a lot of useless "search" holes to patch. Very frustrating. Hard to find quality tools.

[@Trunkmonkee]

Great video! Thanks for taking the time to make us all smarter, safer, and more efficient

[@patrickschneider2876]

Thanks for the review, the mock up wall was a great idea. I’m impressed that the device found most of the items.

[@strikerz2912]

Will it work on 3/4 inch drywall? My opinion was when you check your original wall it didn’t pick up the electrical wires by the outlet

[@FixThisHouse]

I will do a remake of this video and post this week. Please stay tuned 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@SamLawlace]

Thanks for the review! I've been using a little stud finder that came with a tv mounting kit for about ten years now. Definitely time for an upgrade!

[@FixThisHouse]

So glad I could be of service! 🙏🏽😊

[@justdon5378]

Did you recalibrate the device between changing wall thicknesses? That's a must.

[@wendellbobo4408]

Thank you so much for the demonstration of the WALABOT. That is a tool I could definitely use in my shop and home projects. I'm new to becoming a DIYER. BUY the way you're doing great!!

[@ZEPPELINATTACK]

Great video. Definitely have been wondering about this unit. The actually advertising from the manufacture is showing much more detection than your testing. Funny huh? Thanks again. Not sure if I would spend the money on this unit. Stud finding is good but I would love to see the electrical more clearly.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for your feedback! 🙏🏽😊

[@bud1412]

Thank you for the video, I have been looking at the ads that seem to pop up all the time. Please post a up date after a bit of use in the real world and let us know. $160 is pretty steep for a stud finder unless it REALLY works.

[@FixThisHouse]

Stay tuned for part 2 update 🙏🏽😊👍🏽

[@Chrissers2010]

Are you recalibrating with each new wall type? I've not used the Walabot, but I think that would be important.

[@JohnSmith-bs9xw]

I was about to write a comment like that.

[@longhairrocks2200]

This looks worth buying. I have a home built in the 1940's and the walls are a combination of drywall and cement. Cannot use some finders because of the concrete/cement wall combo.

[@contactATashleygriffin]

Very likely this wont work either, see what happened to the 1inch thick... could be calibration.

[@MattDNy2]

I'm planning on a renovation of my bathroom and kids toy room and have been looking to upgrade my very basic stud finder, although I've always said my wife is the best stud finder ; ) , and this device has come across my attention but the price was always what steered me away from it. I'd love to get one though and give some real life feedback during my home renovations. Love your videos and keep up the good work!

[@walterhill6292]

Being in construction for 40 years I see this tool being a good asset to the trade

[@ratpig9432]

i've seen the ads - thanks for the video. Another great addition to any handyman's arsenal. BTW loved the monkey (another shout out to your daughter) & the stud finder joke never gets old- made me LOL because I'll bet every dad/husband has "calibrated" their stud finder for someone.

[@lzh3131]

I’m glad I found your video on this device. You did a good mockup and test. The pvc pipe & wiring surrounding you wall outlet not being found, causes me to be a little apprehensive about this tool. The cost vs accuracy…not convinced. Good video, keep up the good work. I’m a subscriber 😊

[@nicklucente1402]

Thank you for all the great tips you gave us and home remodeling you have a great channel

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! Means a lot! 🙏🏽😊

[@kamelniksan6518]

Thank you for your time and efforts for testing various gadgets in your videos and giving honest opinions. Also for clear explanations and instructions on how to repair anything in the house ( plumbing, Electrical, construction, etc). Will try to watch all your videos.

[@user-jj1bg2qn1l]

Its interesting, the presentation showed how it detects metals pvcs under the walls. Could it also be used to see bones under the skin?

[@rickm7438]

Thanks for the review showing good and bad in a real world test. Great mock-up!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊

[@RainyDay_J]

Thanks for putting out such an honest review! Definitely has its pros/cons but overall cool tool!

[@joeycharley9122]

Ive been searching for great tools like this. (Definitely has grabbed my attention). Thanks for sharing.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for watching! 🙏🏽😊

[@archiep1635]

Thanks for sharing. Overall it's a great tool even though it didn't pick up the PVC pipe. I would love to have it around the house.

[@samiri41]

Awesome video, love the detailed fake wall which resembles a real world behind the wall items. Keep it up bro. 👍👍

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for the feedback! 🙏🏽😊

[@enriqueescate7773]

Looks like it might come in handy for my remodel. Doesn't it have different modes though? I thought I saw that in a different video . Love your channel.

[@DonaldHTyers]

Just love your presentation ... It was excellent! Would just love to have one!

[@terrytorbeck4756]

handy little product, planning on doing some more remodeling myself and be nice to know where my copper water and drain pipes are. ps. your lvp fix videos were very helpful, had a couple of issue with my lvp flooring. really enjoy your videos.

[@jackiefernandez8080]

That was too funny about it seeing your hand and detecting a stud. Ya got my vote dude.

[@mauroaparicio1855]

great video and very good tool

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊

[@SeymourButtsS2]

Great tool, solid review. Love your videos. Very informative

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the feedback! 🙏🏽😊

[@quangsomit2490]

I wonder if there is waters running through the pcv pipe, would the unit be able to detect that?

[@FixThisHouse]

Yes please check out my newest video! It’s part 2 :

[@Hundert1]

Which model Walbot is the best and how thick of a wall can it see through? Will it work for one inch thick wood walls? What thickness and material walls will it see through? Are they available cheapest on Amazon? I actually thought it would do a better job.

[@rodericksmikle6024]

I think this stud finder is the best I’ve seen so far in technology.

[@henderni101]

I think you need to re-calibrate when changing materials. Did you do that off-camera?

[@sirsherlock3550]

Another great video. I agree, it would have been awesome if it would have picked up the PVC pipe. But because it scanned everything else, that does make it one of the better ones.

[@erniedizon3414]

Wow it’s really one of the best stud finder plus finding all the other things to avoid when cutting a hole

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for the feedback! Yes it’s the best stud Finder I have so far! 🙏🏽😊👍🏽

[@sns1804]

It would be nice to see if the Stud Finder tool works over bathroom tile, as in installing a grab bar in a shower or bath tub.

[@juanrivera535]

How you think it would work on old houses that still have Lach wood behind the plaster

[@susansimonson5280]

I like that it spells out for you what's there - wire, pipe, stud. PVC pipe seems like a small problem. Did it indicate the center of a stud?

[@enozproductions]

Great video. Nice to see the wallabot being used in the real world.

[@anonymous.369]

Maybe you need to fill the pvc pipes with water - if that makes the difference. But then drains are still not detectable. Thx for the video.

[@isaiahdray]

this is better than any other stud finders I see. Do you think this will work on plaster?

[@FixThisHouse]

I want to say yes but I haven’t tested it on plaster since plaster is a lot more dense. I will have to do a follow up and let you know 🙏🏽😊

[@isaiahdray]

@@FixThisHouse that would be awesome! no rush 💯

[@rcfyr6]

Thanks for the great review

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for watching! 🙏🏽😊

[@CapturedYou]

Ha, you're definitely a study bro! :D btw, what if you rotated the device horizontally, would it pick up the horizontal stud then? It's a pretty good device!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thanks bro! You make a great point! Why didn’t I think of that lol! I will have to check and find out! 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

Great stud finder, thanks for reviewing

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 ! Please stay tuned for part 2 this week! 👍🏽😊

[@Ka13am]

Very nice video! I think it would have detected the PVC in expert mode, can you verify that?

[@FixThisHouse]

Hi! I made an update video on this please check out this link: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5zSqoaNp69sf9U

[@andrewmacdonald8277]

This is a bit of a trick. It has a catalog images (stud, pipe, wire) and tries to match these to sensor readings. Looks cool, but I’m not sure it is any better than conventional units in the end.

[@robertbarnes2419]

Ive seen this product out for a few years now! Looks pretty cool, but was only for android, did they come out with an iPhone version? Give it 2 thumbs up!

[@BrianHughes01]

Very cool! One step closer to Superman’s x-ray vision!

[@FixThisHouse]

Haha yes! Thank you for your feedback! 🙏🏽😊

[@40utub3]

Thanks for testing the walabot! I was impressed by the performance on the mock-up wall but the real world test on your in home walls leaves a little doubt. Like you showed in one of your other videos, the camera may still be needed to "see" what lies behind the wall. Would love to try it out for myself. Also, when using thicker sheetrock, do you think recalibrating the walabot would have made a difference?

[@plur90]

It needs to be calibrated for each wall it's used on (see message on the phone screen at 2:18), so doubling the drywall or switching to vinyl plank does require a re-calibration

[@azerbedelov7238]

Hello, I would like to learn something from you, if you don't mind, does this device show the modes under the screen?

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

Great product, thanks for reviewing

[@ssully1377]

Thank you for this demo! I could definitely use this for my bathroom demo!

[@Boutys_mom]

At 8:10, I wasn't expecting that - so you had me cracking up!! "..so it's classifying me as a stud.... you make that decision yourself!" Great review. I finally got a seller to accept my offer!! It's an older home that will need a bit of cosmetic work, so I am doing as much research as possible regarding these stud, pipe, wire detectors--- and the fact that this one "could" detect pests.... well, actually....fir me.. now I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing! Great review though. Thanks, you stud, YOU! 😉

[@jasondonoho6281]

I haven’t read through all the comments, but you should probably recalibrate the device for each test when changing wall thickness or material.

[@FixThisHouse]

Yes you should always recalibrate on a wall 👍🏽😊

[@theoriginalchefboyoboy6025]

How does it fair with exterior walls full of insulation? 4" pvc waste pipes? metal 24" wide in-wall HVAC ducts? lathe & plaster?

[@law4nyc]

Nice work on first wall. Did you recalibrate when you went to 1 inch from half inch or the lvp?

[@keenapowell8715]

Fabulous! Thanks for doing these reviews! Really helps to know what to and not to buy-as well as how thoroughly they work!!! Great Job!!!!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍

[@mikez123]

Great video. Cool tool.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you!!

[@Forged_Garage]

Bro!! That’s awesome!! That will help find pipes and wires under my floors too!

[@FixThisHouse]

Yessir 👍🏽😊 thanks for the feedback!

[@youdontneedmyrealname]

You must to recalibrate the device whenever you switch the wall materials. Just like any other stud finder of old it needs to understand what a material it's looking through.

[@kaaaah2003]

Thanks for your hard work. I am wondering if this machine can show leakage of water in different pipes behind the dry wall or sign of any dampness.. Stud pickup was visually perfect.

[@JulioParts]

Good stuff man. Keep up the good work. Very informative and we can tell you really put thought into your content. This tool would serve well!!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the awesome feedback! 🙏🏽😊

[@alexsixty3]

Great video. Been looking into this wallabot. You’re channel is great , love your simple explanations and you have the best intro I’ve seen on any DIY channel.

[@markhinchcliff3621]

Was a very helpful review, Thank you.

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help Mark! 🙏🏽😊

[@ezekielesquivel6936]

I hesitated the buying original model for the fact it had to be attached to phone. This model, I am definitely interested in. Thanks for updated info.

[@John-zj4fw]

Hi, what is the most effective way to find floor trusses under your ( carpet) subfloor?

[@chucktrotter9699]

4.21.22 To bad did not find the PVC pipe. Did not test to see it would go through tile say like in a tile shower. What about on the outside of a house through the siding?

[@FixThisHouse]

Please stay tuned! I will be doing a part 2 video on this on updates 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@josemancia3689]

Do I need wifi Conection to use ? Will work with the cellular data ?

[@jessecarrillo7117]

That would be very handy thank you alot diy it's helpful 👍

[@waynenelson1134]

will this machine find pipes and conductors in a wall that is filled with dense pack cellulose?

[@kristenbrokaw9344]

Do you think this works with aluminum backed drywall?

[@kakomati1960]

Thank you, your video was so informa tive! I really liked the way you test this new stud finder, including the little stuffed animal , your hand and your house wall. Real scenarios.

[@CandC68]

The PVC pipe u tested was empty of water. How about testing with water in or flowing through PVC pipe? Like full supply lines or running water in a drain. Also for older buildings, how about plaster/lathe walls?

[@durlitchdouge3513]

Thanks for the video, it's a nice product.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! Stay tuned for part 2 👍🏽😊

[@rudybentancourt335]

Nice review my man, new to the channel, thank you. When you drawing for the winner??

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! I’ll be drawing this Monday when I release a new video and releasing the winners on that video and posting winners on the community tab!

[@wn3723]

Informative video as always. Thanks for creating home improvement videos like this, since I’m retired, the honey do list finally have to be addressed! Your stud finder picked up more than my magnetic stud finder!

[@Lowlow158]

That's even better than stud finder. My brother thank you keep bringing more ideas share them on this channel. Your videos are simple easy with a lot of details and most importantly they're not boring. Thanks again

[@shericantor1031]

Great video - liked the mock-up as well as the real world test

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the feedback! 🙏🏽😊👍🏽

[@soldierboy97]

Excellent video as usual. Thanks

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 😊🙏🏽

[@binarymirror8534]

Thanks for the demo - considering that all stud finders have their own problems - I found this one perfectly usable - would be a nice addition to my tool box. Consider this - It that was a real PVC water line - I would expect it to actually have water in it - maybe that affected your test.

[@FixThisHouse]

That is a good point on the pvc line. But I’m also concerned about drain pipes since those are hollow. But thank you for bringing it to light! 🙏🏽😊

[@lh98]

@Binary Mirror drain pipes don’t hold water just let it flow through and there’s also pvc/abs plumbing vents running in the walls that don’t hold water.

[@mukishima556]

I do a lot of drilling through the brick siding and it's always right next to the breaker panel. Seeing that it wouldn't detect through 1 inch thick drywall. I'm guessing it won't go through brick either.

[@tarab7260]

Thanks for the review. I thought it did a good job

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! Please stay tuned for part 2 update video out next week 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@guyhuard9656]

it's an interesting test but this module would be perfect if it differentiated the electrical wire from the pipes

[@FixThisHouse]

I certainly agree! Thank you for your feedback! I know Walabot will continue to improve their product and will happen in the near future 👍🏽😊