Walabot DIY2 Unboxed, Reviewed and Compared Against Cheaper Alternatives

I've picked up the Walabot DIY2 which supports Iphone and Arduino in this version. Given all of the work we're doing hanging pictures and shelves, I thought it worth a shot. After a quick unboxing we get right into software installation and firmware upgrade.
WALABOT DIY 2 - Advanced Wall Scanner/Stud Finder - for Android & iOS Smartphones
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Zircon StudSensor A100 Wall Scanner and Center/Edge Locating Stud Finder with WireWarning Detection
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The StudBuddy Magnetic Stud Finder
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One issue is the amount of space required for calibration, a step conducted with each use. given a small area it would be unrealistic to conduct such a step. There are two modes of operation, regular and expert, regular being a cartoon representation of items behind the wall, expert, more of a heat map. Expert mode in my opinion is more useful. I could not find an effect for the slider in expert mode however. Some momentary false positives appear, but not long enough to trick the user.
Comparisons made with other beam finders were interesting. Obviously magnetic ones would only work for nails, but the zircon at a tenth of the price gave the Walabot a run for its money.
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[@rickmelcher6845]

JUST received my Walabot DIY 2. It connected to my iPhone quickly (~ 7-8 seconds) and calibration took about 10 seconds. I’m believe other reviewers that struggle in various situations don’t take time to calibrate completely. If you’re asking a tech device that requires calibration, prob not best to expect much accuracy if you’re not doing the calibration well. I highly recommend this wall stud finder. It found wooden studs and an electrical wire , that I wasn’t expecting, quickly & clearly. Just get it. Just one incorrect drilling cannot only destroy your results, but KILL YOU if you hit the wrong electrical source. Now you REALLY have to spend money!
Lastly some people complain about the Walabot “marking or scraping” paint off interior walls. I agree the 2 strips of hard “plastic” would scratch surfaces, depending how hard you press into the wall. Walabot requires only slight pressure and to make things move more smoothly & less “damaging” for some users I applied 1 strips of 3M invisible tape with a little foldover tab for easy removal/replacement. It makes a big difference in scanning as well as protecting the device & walls.

[@rickmelcher6845]

How old is your phone. I know it is older than my iPhone 12 Pro…may explain your connectivity…

[@retrotechandelectronics]

I have a 12 pro, the test phone I use is a 7

[@j-baz6454]

Great Video!

[@retrotechandelectronics]

Thanks!