Popular Post phrunt Posted January 22 Popular Post Share Posted January 22 And just like that, the Algoforce E1500 plus looks like it's about to hit US shores. We are excited to announce the release of the E1500 Plus, our latest addition to the E1500 series, alongside the launch of Software Version 1.1.3. These updates underscore our dedication to continuous innovation and enhancing the metal detecting experience for all users. _______________________ E1500 Evolution: E1500 vs E1500 Plus The E1500 Plus maintains the outstanding detection performance of the original E1500 with thoughtful upgrades designed for improved usability: Enhanced Speaker Volume: Featuring a louder and crisper speaker, the E1500 Plus is perfect for environments requiring higher sound output. Optimised Headphone Connector Placement: While the E1500’s headphone connector is positioned at the rear of the control box, the E1500 Plus places it conveniently in the handle, with an extension cable secured along the upper shaft for easier user access. Availability: E1500: Available exclusively in Australia and New Zealand. E1500 Plus: Available in Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. I personally don't know which I'd prefer as I've never used an Axiom, all reports from trusted users say the Axiom is a bit better than the Algo in many ways, yet the Algoforce has more features outside of prospecting and supports GPX coils, probably a problem for Minelab more than anyone else. I'm just happy there is some good competition. Thanks to Garrett and Algoforce. 12 1 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289255 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Herschbach Posted January 22 Author Share Posted January 22 Well that’s wild, seems like only minutes after I posted. Did I make that happen? Good news Simon, the more the merrier. It will be interesting to see what E1500 bare detector plus shipping plus coil plus battery actually ends up costing here. Odd none of those dealers have sales pages up yet, so maybe they don’t know? 3 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289281 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wltdwiz Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 the Algoforce website shows $1,650 usd 1 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289288 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Herschbach Posted January 22 Author Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, wltdwiz said: the Algoforce website shows $1,650 usd Add $50 shipping, $250 coil, $50 battery and you are looking at about same price as a Garrett Axiom. Alex really missed the bus not getting these here 6 months ago, well before the Axiom price decrease. The never ending story in this industry is missed opportunities due to bad timing. At the end of the day I’m not brand loyal and only care about competition that benefits us, the end user, so again, great news. Now if Nokta would reveal what they have. The big missing ingredient still with both Axiom and AlgoForce E1500 is being waterproof. If Nokta comes in with comparable performance in a fully waterproof package at $2000, then the heat will really be on. Frankly, for my purposes, that’s the detector I really want, something I can nugget hunt either one day, and use with mask and snorkel at the beach the next day. Even the Fisher project is not 100% dead yet, so who knows. Fingers crossed. 5 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289291 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swegin Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 25 minutes ago, Steve Herschbach said: Alex really missed the bus not getting these here 6 months ago, well before the Axiom price decrease. Maybe Garrett knew? Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289292 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Herschbach Posted January 22 Author Share Posted January 22 28 minutes ago, Swegin said: Maybe Garrett knew? Of course they knew Algoforce was coming, and Nokta also. Clearly a move on their part to head off the competition and take advantage of the Minelab price increases. But if Alex had acted faster he could have been here before they really knew it. He gave them tons of extra time to react and I expect now his impact in the US market to be far smaller than it might have been, especially as Garrett has the home town advantage with in country service. Whatever, water under the bridge, and welcome at any point in time. 2 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289293 Share on other sites More sharing options...
phrunt Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 It's great seeing competition in PI's, we are seeing the shift VLF's have had over the past few years, high performance at lower prices, and this is just the beginning. We have Nokta to come yet and they promise to do just that and Algoforce won't be stopping at the current model, I'm sure. Minelab have been pushing up pricing as high as they could, they have some choices to make in the coming months. Garrett's move was clearly in anticipation of the Nokta and Algoforce and they priced it to sell very well in the USA, and that's where it ends. 5 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289296 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elijah Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Is this a competition? Is hunting for flies and gold dust a priority today? strange... Real hunters are looking for nuggets and large nuggets. Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289364 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Herschbach Posted January 23 Author Share Posted January 23 27 minutes ago, Elijah said: Is this a competition? Is hunting for flies and gold dust a priority today? strange... Real hunters are looking for nuggets and large nuggets. I guess you are a real hunter then and the rest of us just a joke. This thread has absolutely nothing to do with hunting small gold, and is all about affordable pulse power. You are quite mistaken if you think these detectors only find small gold. Just a FYI some people hunt areas where there is no gold larger than a gram, but find enough and they do add up. Thanks for the disrespect though, really appreciate that. 7 Link to comment https://www.detectorprospector.com/topic/3615-under-4-pound-under-2000-gbpi-challenge/page/14/#findComment-289366 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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