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The Original StudBuddy® Magnetic Stud Finder Tool - Made in the USA - Easy to Use Stud Finder Magnet - No Batteries Required - Powerful Magnet Stud Finder - Wall Stud Finder for Drywall and Wood

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Size: 1pack


Features

  • 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!

Manufacturer: ‎The StudBuddy


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: ‎Light, Lock-On, Magnetic, Portable


Included Components: ‎Case


Batteries Included?: ‎No


Batteries Required?: ‎No


Date First Available: July 23, 2013


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Better than Electric!
Size: 1pack
This works so much better than the electric versions! It just “sticks” to the drywall nails with a strong magnet. There’s no guessing. It made finding the studs so much easier.
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2025 by Amazon Customer

  • Simple, Reliable, and Made in the USA – Perfect for Everyday Use!
Size: 1pack
The 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. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2025 by Bruce L

  • Easy to Use
Size: 1pack
I bought a fancy stud finder that cost like 10 times more and was impossible to use. I wish I had purchased this one first. It's easy to use, effective at finding studs, and super inexpensive.
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2025 by Joey

  • Exactly as described. Worked well. Good value.
Size: 1pack
Exactly as described. Worked well. Good value.
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2025 by john l pellet

  • Simple and accurate!
Size: 1pack
I own a fancy version of a studfinder that has failed me all too many times. Got sick and tired of patching holes in my drywall where there were no studs. This works perfectly, is a fraction of the cost of the fancy battery operated ones, and I love how it stays on the wall once a nail/screw in a stud is found! Bonus: easy to find in my tool bag, since the magnet sticks to almost everything! 🤣 Proves to me once again that keeping things simple can be a beautiful thing. Happy customer. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2025 by Tony Suschil

  • Great DIY Find
Size: 1pack
Okay, I’m a diy guy. I have about 5 stud finders in my toolbox and some were pricey. Always had problems. Watched a YouTube recently and saw these. I suppose they have been around forever? They just glom on to the drywall nails in studs. So easy. I love them. So positively easy and cheap. HIGHLY recommended for new diy’ers. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2025 by Mike in AZ

  • Works amazingly well
Size: 1pack
So impressed with this product. I figured it wasn't expensive and worth a try because we have terrible luck with stud finders but this was amazing at finding studs. Wish I had found this products years ago!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2025 by sadfront

  • Easy to use, just not as helpful.
Size: 1pack
It only works if that stud has a nail in it that it can stick to (detect). If you can not find another nail along that studs path you are out of luck. You are back to guessing the full path or direction of the stud. It also does not distinguish well if it's a stud, a junction box, or a pipe. I tested this vs WALABOT DIY 2 on a recently contracted pantry that was put up by contractors we hired and they accidentally placed two beams slightly crooked and off about 1-2'sh inches at the top vs the bottom. Now that the dry wall is up I wanted to put up shelves and needed to locate those very studs knowing two of the stud beams would not form a straight line. Studbuddy found 1-2 nails of two different studs but I could not locate the whole stud or the direction of the stud, especially, where it was off by an inch or two from top to bottom. Pretty useless tool in my opinion if you can find some studs but not all with any consistency. I pulled out my new WALABOT DIY 2 since I bought both together to hedge my bets) and wow, night and day. Found every single beam the first time, found the centers (visually), and never had to recheck. Gluing and nailing 4 Flowwall panels with 4 Flowwall wire shelves done in 30 minutes. Sorry Studbuddy, WALABOT DIY 2 has you beat, hands down. Being the cheaper product in this case is not to the DIY's advantage. "Search" Amazon for WALABOT DIY 2 and save yourself the hassle. You will never need another stud finder again. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2023 by Himms

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