Detecting Logv1.0.4

Released May 21, 2026Major

Android

The latest major update introduces critical offline functionality and field-logging tools for the metal detecting community. As no performance windows are currently available, the impact remains neutral. Future analysis will focus on whether these offline features improve retention compared to the historical baseline.

What changed

New featureOffline-capable hunt logging system
New featureGPS pin dropping for find locations
New featureTracking for detector settings, soil, weather, and keeper rates
New featurePhoto attachment capability for hunts
UXActivity and trends dashboard

Reception

50/ 100 impact scoreNeutral

What worked

New feature
The introduction of offline-capable hunt logging and GPS pin dropping addresses core utility requirements for metal detecting hobbyists operating in remote areas.

What didn't

UX
no evidence
Insufficient user feedback exists to determine if the activity and trends dashboard provides actionable insights for the user base.

Marlvel takeaways

Monitor the adoption rate of the new photo attachment feature to determine if it increases session duration during field hunts.
Evaluate the accuracy of the new soil and weather tracking fields to ensure data entry does not create friction for users in the field.

Original release notes

Welcome to Detecting Log - the hunt log built for metal detectorists.

  • Log a hunt in under a minute, even offline
  • Drop GPS pins on exact find spots so you can return to productive ground
  • Track detector settings, soil, weather and keeper rates for every hunt
  • Add photos to your hunts
  • Review your activity and trends on the dashboard

This is our first release on Google Play. Happy hunting!