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The StudBuddy Plus® Magnetic Stud Finder 1 or 2 Pack
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Dec 11, 2020
Nenat
2 out of 5 stars review

Nice concept, poor performance.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] At first glance, The Stud Buddy Plus looks like a handy tool to have in your tool box. I like that it features a ruler, a level and requires no batteries. Its also a nice size, fits comfortably in your hand, making it easy to move over the walls. Another plus is the powerful magnet. However, as far as finding studs, I tried it on several walls throughout my home and it came up short. It found the metal corners easily but as far as the studs, I wasn't sure if I was hitting a nail/ screw. I found it easier to use my hand to knock on the walls to find the stud. Also, the levels on the one I received were not calibrated. The idea behind the Stud Buddy Plus sounds good but in the end it did not fully deliver results

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Dec 12, 2020
Poindextermomx3
5 out of 5 stars review

Cool gadget

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a handy tool for anyone to have. I use it to hang pictures especially if they are big one because I need to find a stud. I used it to hang my 65 in tv on the wall. It works great. It has a level and also a small ruler on the side which comes in handy. Three tools all in one! Now i don’t have to get my husband to hang stuff for me! The packaging gives clear i instructions on how to work it and how to find the studs!

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Dec 10, 2020
Leslie
3 out of 5 stars review

StudBuddy Stud Finder

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Good stud finder. You can probably find something a bit better. The magnet could be a little bit stronger. It does come with a built in level both horizontal and vertical. Also a small ruler on the stud finder. It did work on my finished walls and I did try it on particle wood I have unpainted in my laundry room. Overall it does what it claims.

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Dec 11, 2020
rssx92
5 out of 5 stars review

Great multifunctional tool

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Since we are all stuck in our houses, I started making small changes to make my home feel more cozy and livable. For this reason, I stated decorating and hanging a few things on my wall. I’m not the best hanging things on the wall or making sure things are straight, so I decided to use this stud finder. Overall, this stud finder works very good! The grip is great and I really like that it hangs on the wall because it is magnetic, which is a fantastic visual help. I also like that this doesn’t need any batteries or changing. This would come handy for someone who needs to hang shelves, cabinets, paintings, TV’s, lamps, etc. It is important to note that this is to be used on a drywall, so if you have plaster walls it might not work as well. If you are multifunctional, I noticed that this doesn’t only work as a great stud finder, but also making sure that other projects or decor in the house are straight. For example, I recently tried to build my own DIY table, and this worked great and showing which pieces were straight and which needed extra work. Overall, this is a great multifunctional tool.

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Dec 14, 2020
SeramaMama13
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy to use!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Pros: magnetic, easy to use, works well, level, measurements, hands free, made in USA Cons: none The StudBuddy Plus is really nice! This stud finder is very easy to use and it works really well. The instructions for this stud finder are very simple and easy to understand. This stud finder works based on the magnetic field created by the nails/screws in the studs. So, there aren’t any batteries to deal with. You simply glide the stud finder against the wall within a 24-inch radius and feel for a magnetic field. Once you find a stud the StudBuddy will stick to the wall where the stud is, and that it. The StudBudy has small felt pads on the bottom, so it easily slides against the wall without scratching it. It works really well on drywall walls. Some places the stud finder sticks easier than others. The stud finder also has a handy level on it to make hanging things easier. It also has measurements on both sides. I really like how effortless it is to use. All in all, this stud finder is really great. This stud finder is very easy to use, it works well, and it has a built-in level. I would absolutely recommend it!

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Dec 13, 2020
LauraliG
5 out of 5 stars review

Certainly has come in handy

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This has come in handy because I recently moved to a new house and this makes hanging photos up on the wall much easier because with this tool I’m able to find where the studs are without putting extra holes in the wall. This has been a life saver for my walls.

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Dec 17, 2020
SouthernBelle
2 out of 5 stars review

Stud Buddy

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Works on magnets.. Since stud is made of mostly wood makes this difficult to use. The bubble level is very handy. Seems to be a hit or miss. It is nice not to have to rely on batteries or battery life. But this is just not what I expected it might be.

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Dec 14, 2020
Jackie
4 out of 5 stars review

Pretty good

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] At first, this stud finder seemed a little "cheap" and outdated but once we read the packaging and tested it out, it's not bad. It's not the electronic kind that beeps or has a screen but it does stick to the wall when it finds a nail in a stud - so it does it's job! And since you dont have to worry about replacing batteries, it should last forever.

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Dec 14, 2020
Mo5
5 out of 5 stars review

fantastic option

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I only used this item once, but it did the job. The magnet finds the nails or screws that were used to fasten the drywall to the studs. There are two levels on it as well to help finding the rest of the stud or even to hang a few pictures even with each other. Works well.

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Dec 10, 2020
sissyann1973
5 out of 5 stars review

Must have to find 2x4 behind drywall

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is so much better to have to fund the 2x4 in your wall. I hate to take my hand to bang on the wall to try and find the 2x4 and make unnecessary holes in my walls. A plus is that it is a level too.

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