The new Coinmaster machines are a great buy for the beginner, kids, or as a backup machine. I tried the Coinmaster when I first received it. It does not get the same depth as the MXT or V3i, but for a LOW priced machine, it is very capable. It is a silent search machine with depth on air test of 8 inches for a quarter. It is a turn on and go machine and VERY lightweight. You hardly know you're holding a detector.