Sectrum Eagle vs XLT

[The Hunter]

Could anyone tell me the difference in the Eagle Spectrum and the XLT. They look similar, is there much difference in the programming?

TH

[SC_hunter]

I had the same question so I called Whites..Seems there is very little difference in the two machines. There is a couple of more settings on the XLT. The Tech also said that the custom programs for the XLT would work on the eagle...just ignore the xtra settings. I gotta say the eagle does have depth.

[Bill(de)]

I have an Eagle Spectrum and a newer XLT and they basically perform the same as long as the comparable program settings are used and not talking about factory program settings but actual settings through operator adjustments.No noticable difference in my opinion. HH Bill

[The Hunter]

Thanks guys, I was thinking they were very similar, but I was concerned if the xlt programs were too. Question answered.


TH

[robert roy]

I would like to know what the difference is between the XLT and the MXT. Seems to me the MXT does it all. What will the XLT or even the DFX do that the MXT won't?
Regards
Robert Roy

[ICE ADDICT]

I would like to know what the difference is between the XLT and the MXT. Seems to me the MXT does it all. What will the XLT or even the DFX do that the MXT won't?
Regards
Robert Roy


I was wondering the same thing myself....

[W1KI]

I've had both. Here is my observations:

The Eagle Spectrum is somewhat heavier.

The Eagle Spectrum uses battery power faster. It takes 4 "C" cells.

The XLT takes 8 Double A cells. I use rechargables so battery power is quite a bit cheaper.

I enjoyed the Eagle Spectrum but overall, my vote would be for the XLX -- not on performance but based on the weight and battert factors.

[LaRoper]

I would have to say the Eagle Spectrum. A friend has a XLT and my 14 year old Eagle continually out performs the XLT. Same set up. Checking each others targets. I didn't figure there would be much difference. The Eagle just does better.
But then again, it may be just that XLT that has a problem. I seems to be working fine.

[Bill(de)]

I don't have an MXT but have an M6 and really don't try to compete the XLT vs M6 but there are differences in operational performance.

The XLT is best suited for hunting mineralized ground and will cover large areas of real estate rather quickly due to the rather brisk sweep speed necessary to operate most efficiently whereas the MXT, M6 requires slow to moderate sweeps for best performance. The XLT can be taylored to your specific site requirements if one takes the time to learn the various facets.

I'm sure the prospecting mode on the MXT is very much superior to the XLT but the XLT has an extensive history of great Relic and Coin finds.

The XLT basically will cover lots of ground rather efficiently and allow the MXT,M6 to proceed with better target separation in higher density target areas. The XLT does have mixed- mode and works very well. It's a matter of preference and how many weapons you want in your arsenal and feel the MXT,M6 along with the XLT is a great combo. Just my thoughts. HH Bill

[Bon Bon]

I'm looking at a MXT or a Xlt. Any help or ideas. I'm a big time newbie ...had a garrett freedom three plus a LONG time ago and want to get back in. Want it for mostly coin and relic hunting. Any comments would be great. Thanks !!!!

[lambretta]

Ok so people are saying the XLT and the Spectrum Eagle run pretty similar?? Does the 1991+ Eagle really get the same depth as the current XLT?? The reason I ask is I have an option of a $500 XLT E series, or a $375 Eagle. I don't want to cheap out on $125 and "wish" I bought the newer machine if I have a slow day.

I used to have an XLT, liked it but sold it due to lack of time and now I want to get back into it.

[GibH]

I would spend the extra $125 just for the weight. I had an Eagle Spectrum. Even though I loved it, after swinging that thing for 30 minutes I had to start switching hands.

[lambretta]

Well... I did it. I went with another XLT. Missed the one I sold off.

I got a better than anticipated price though. $480 and it included headphones!

[U.K. Brian]

I sold my Spectrum to get the XLT for the weight saving and the extra programme slots (I had built up a range of coils, Eliminator, Bigfoot, 8" etc by this time). I thought that it would be easier to have programmes in memory to suit the different coils which was right but there's no way the XLT is a good performance wise. The Spectrum is a little deeper and a little smoother in operation.

The XLT (brand new) went back a few times and they managed to up the performance but it never was as good as the Spectrum. The problem is if you buy an older secondhand detector your not going to know if it remains up to spec.

[Timberwolf]

If you will use one of Daryl Townley's programs for the Eagle II... I believe it will out perform any of the newer model White's machines, not counting the newest one....I don't know it's capabilities.

TW

[dahut]

If you will use one of Daryl Townley's programs for the Eagle II... I believe it will out perform any of the newer model White's machines, not counting the newest one....I don't know it's capabilities.

TW

I had an Eagle II SL '91 back in the winter/spring and found it very capable.
It also felt like a lump had been permanently affixed to my arm when detecting. The arm strap was a must to settle the detector at anything approaching an agreeable balance - and I dislike arms straps altogether.

The detector is a good performer, mind you. Not stellar in my opinion, but solid.
But it's bulk had me glad to see it go. I got a modern, featherlight, high performance detector in it's place and am glad of it. No comparison, really.

Many people still love the Eagle series, and to each his/her own. I am not condemning it.
But for me, it was time to move on.

[MARCVS]

I used to hunt with Eagle Spectrum II and my friend used to have XLT ... my opinion is that there is no major difference between those 2 machines.Both are exelent
Of course XLT is not that heavy and battery last little longer