The M210 actually also has a pinpoint center feature which is not shown in the video. The LED in the center of the device turns green with millimeter precision! 😍
I wanted to post a picture but I can't herr I wish I could I just spent money on it x995 at Lowe's tried to use it on my roof to find studs and it failed me ended up using a hammer and doing some tapping 😕
I just cancelled my order for an M210. The inability to take rechargeable batteries is a deal breaker for me. If the stud finder wont operate properly with 1.2V cells then it will likely not operate properly through the full discharge curve of an alkaline battery either. This is a sign of a poor power regulator design. Also stating that more sensors means a better stud finder is simply not true. The quality and specifications of the sensors matters tremendously and there are many excellent units available that have very few sensors. I will reconsider your products once the power regulator issue is fixed. They do seem to be well reviewed.
More sensors will always give you a deeper, more accurate reading, but there can be a happy medium to what you are looking for. For compact I'd recommend the M70, with 7 sensors is small and MIGHTLY! If you want to optimize size and performance, I'd recommend a 9 sensor unit - the M90 or the M150. With the 9 sensor models you get enough width to clearly see two stud widths while still being compact. I hope that helps.
When in comes to sensors, yes more means better. If size is an concern I'd recommend the M70 or M90. With the M70 you can see the full width of a single stud plus a little white space which adds to the level of confidence. The M90 will show single and double stud width and it is more compact. A great unit. One of my personal favorites.
I would have given us a thumbs up, except you didn't actually teach how to use the live wire feature on the m150! I really need to understand how that works! Can I work around the live wires? Does it only light up where the live wire is? Or does it light up anytime a live wires near?
Lets talk more about the M150 live wire feature. The Live Wire Warming, the lightning bolds on either side, will show the presence of live wire in the area. You asked if you can work around live wire. We will always recommend shutting off power before penetrating the wall. Safely first. Yes it will only light up on live wires. If you turn the power off, the wire warning will not illuminate. It is good to know that wires are usually of two places, either stapled to the side of the stud running vertically (so it is out of the way) or if the wire is horizontal holes are bored through the sides and threaded through. Usually this is at about shin height. I hope that helps.
@arthur0enns while I'm supposed to love all my product children equally, the M10 is my least favorite. It is our only unit that requires calibration and human nature gets in the way of accuracy. I'd recommend an M70 or better.
Hi John, I'm sorry you didn't find the video helpful. The difference in the series is just the time that they were launched so no series is better or worse than another. Let me answer this a different way for you. I would personally recommend using a unit with 9 sensors or more. Why? Because you have a wider display and can more easily see not only where the stud is, but where the stud isn't and it tells you a story of what is happening behind the wall. A 9 sensor unit (M90, M150) is more compact but a great unit. If you want more visibility go with a 13 sensor unit. The 710+ is basic but mighty. N extra features other than the bubble level. The T13 works as well at the 710+ but has an updated shape and a convenient pencil caddy. The M210 also has 13 sensors but it also has more tightly spaced LEDs, bubble level, pencil caddy and Live Electrical Meter - which is the best Live Wire finder on a stud finder. (I will say the M70, 7 sensors, is perfect for light users who want something compact. Its horizontal design still shows you the center and edges of stud simultaneously and is a great little unit. Some people prefer it for its compact design.) You are always welcome to call us directly. We want to help. 208-918-2405.
@@karengarcia1256 The electrical sensor function is a nice idea. The leds are apparently the same color as the stud/object finder readout leds…they would stand out more if they were green or blue. Next the electrical finder readout is below where you hold the thing making it harder to spot in actual use; couldn’t it be a second row behind the object leds? Third, I’ve not seen any mention of where the wire is shown to be - is it under the center of the tool? Under it somewhere else? Not sure if it’s useful to have to guess…maybe so, maybe no
1. No RECHARGEABLE batteries? Hard-pass! All the useful features, but word is these EAT batteries, so why not design them to let me use my 1.2V cells? I have piles of them, an 8-cell soft-charger, and I’d spend the money. Except for that fatal, ***-the-planet flaw! Please rethink the rechargeable standard battery issue: make your products “better by design” and you’ll have another customer.
I'm not sure who told you they eat batteries. They last longer than other stud finders. We are working on being compatible with Rechargeable but they aren't ready quite yet. In the end, we are still the easiest more accurate stud finder on the market.
Why not just use rechargeable AA or AAA batteries? That's what I do. Franklin has AA and AAA models. I have electronics that I occasionally use. Like the stud finder, laser level, angle finder, etc. And I like that they use standard AA or AAA batteries and not a built in rechargeable that I have to plug the whole unit in. I always have a set of AA/AAA batteries fully charged and waiting to be used for my tools.
@@byebyefederalreserve While rechargeable batteries are in our future, our products are currently not able to take rechargeable batteries - unless they are 1.5 volt rechargeable batteries. There is no plug.
@DISSRO : Your comment is not at all helpful... if you have a genuine reason for telling us not to buy a product, tell us what you think we should buy, and why. As it stands, we may as well assume that you are from an opposition manufacturer, and only want to harm Franklin Sensors for your own personal gain. (Disclaimer: I have no association with Franklin Sensors, and I have never seen or used any of their products.)
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The M210 actually also has a pinpoint center feature which is not shown in the video. The LED in the center of the device turns green with millimeter precision! 😍
Just ordered the M210 .Can hardly wait to test it out 😁
I use the m10 and I’ve never failed to find the stud! And I just mounted my tv 👍🏽 10/10
Great video! I absolutely love the fact that your products are made in the USA. Now, I just need to decide which one to purchase. 🙂
Great info
tyfs
How do you turn off the T9? Also, you should make the non-rechargable battery issue much more prominent on your packaging.
I wanted to post a picture but I can't herr I wish I could I just spent money on it x995 at Lowe's tried to use it on my roof to find studs and it failed me ended up using a hammer and doing some tapping 😕
I just cancelled my order for an M210. The inability to take rechargeable batteries is a deal breaker for me. If the stud finder wont operate properly with 1.2V cells then it will likely not operate properly through the full discharge curve of an alkaline battery either. This is a sign of a poor power regulator design. Also stating that more sensors means a better stud finder is simply not true. The quality and specifications of the sensors matters tremendously and there are many excellent units available that have very few sensors.
I will reconsider your products once the power regulator issue is fixed. They do seem to be well reviewed.
My m10 never lights up green, only red
More doesn't always mean better? I like the Franklin for simplicity, but it has limited features, and is too big for my toolbox!
More sensors will always give you a deeper, more accurate reading, but there can be a happy medium to what you are looking for. For compact I'd recommend the M70, with 7 sensors is small and MIGHTLY! If you want to optimize size and performance, I'd recommend a 9 sensor unit - the M90 or the M150. With the 9 sensor models you get enough width to clearly see two stud widths while still being compact. I hope that helps.
When in comes to sensors, yes more means better. If size is an concern I'd recommend the M70 or M90. With the M70 you can see the full width of a single stud plus a little white space which adds to the level of confidence. The M90 will show single and double stud width and it is more compact. A great unit. One of my personal favorites.
@@karengarcia1256 or just get a bigger tool box to accommodate 🤣
I would have given us a thumbs up, except you didn't actually teach how to use the live wire feature on the m150! I really need to understand how that works! Can I work around the live wires? Does it only light up where the live wire is? Or does it light up anytime a live wires near?
Lets talk more about the M150 live wire feature. The Live Wire Warming, the lightning bolds on either side, will show the presence of live wire in the area. You asked if you can work around live wire. We will always recommend shutting off power before penetrating the wall. Safely first.
Yes it will only light up on live wires. If you turn the power off, the wire warning will not illuminate.
It is good to know that wires are usually of two places, either stapled to the side of the stud running vertically (so it is out of the way) or if the wire is horizontal holes are bored through the sides and threaded through. Usually this is at about shin height.
I hope that helps.
I bought AN M10 FRANKLIN STUD FINDER....USED IT NOW A NUMBER OF TIMES BUT ITS SENSITIVITY IS POOR AT BEST.
@arthur0enns while I'm supposed to love all my product children equally, the M10 is my least favorite. It is our only unit that requires calibration and human nature gets in the way of accuracy. I'd recommend an M70 or better.
Kinda useless. I already know 13 sensors are better than 7, which are better than 3. What’s the difference between 710, “M” series and “T” series?
Hi John, I'm sorry you didn't find the video helpful. The difference in the series is just the time that they were launched so no series is better or worse than another. Let me answer this a different way for you. I would personally recommend using a unit with 9 sensors or more. Why? Because you have a wider display and can more easily see not only where the stud is, but where the stud isn't and it tells you a story of what is happening behind the wall. A 9 sensor unit (M90, M150) is more compact but a great unit. If you want more visibility go with a 13 sensor unit. The 710+ is basic but mighty. N extra features other than the bubble level. The T13 works as well at the 710+ but has an updated shape and a convenient pencil caddy. The M210 also has 13 sensors but it also has more tightly spaced LEDs, bubble level, pencil caddy and Live Electrical Meter - which is the best Live Wire finder on a stud finder.
(I will say the M70, 7 sensors, is perfect for light users who want something compact. Its horizontal design still shows you the center and edges of stud simultaneously and is a great little unit. Some people prefer it for its compact design.)
You are always welcome to call us directly. We want to help. 208-918-2405.
@@karengarcia1256 Thanks! That definitely helped me decide.
@@karengarcia1256 The electrical sensor function is a nice idea. The leds are apparently the same color as the stud/object finder readout leds…they would stand out more if they were green or blue. Next the electrical finder readout is below where you hold the thing making it harder to spot in actual use; couldn’t it be a second row behind the object leds? Third, I’ve not seen any mention of where the wire is shown to be - is it under the center of the tool? Under it somewhere else? Not sure if it’s useful to have to guess…maybe so, maybe no
1. No RECHARGEABLE batteries? Hard-pass!
All the useful features, but word is these EAT batteries, so why not design them to let me use my 1.2V cells? I have piles of them, an 8-cell soft-charger, and I’d spend the money. Except for that fatal, ***-the-planet flaw!
Please rethink the rechargeable standard battery issue: make your products “better by design” and you’ll have another customer.
I'm not sure who told you they eat batteries. They last longer than other stud finders. We are working on being compatible with Rechargeable but they aren't ready quite yet. In the end, we are still the easiest more accurate stud finder on the market.
Why not just use rechargeable AA or AAA batteries? That's what I do. Franklin has AA and AAA models. I have electronics that I occasionally use. Like the stud finder, laser level, angle finder, etc. And I like that they use standard AA or AAA batteries and not a built in rechargeable that I have to plug the whole unit in. I always have a set of AA/AAA batteries fully charged and waiting to be used for my tools.
@@byebyefederalreserve While rechargeable batteries are in our future, our products are currently not able to take rechargeable batteries - unless they are 1.5 volt rechargeable batteries. There is no plug.
DO NOT BUY THIS DEVICE, shop for better
@DISSRO : Your comment is not at all helpful... if you have a genuine reason for telling us not to buy a product, tell us what you think we should buy, and why.
As it stands, we may as well assume that you are from an opposition manufacturer, and only want to harm Franklin Sensors for your own personal gain.
(Disclaimer: I have no association with Franklin Sensors, and I have never seen or used any of their products.)