Product/Category | Example(s) | Avg. Price Range (USD) | Typical Affiliate Payout/Commission Range | Notes/Potential Programs |
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Entry-Level Metal Detectors | Bounty Hunter, Fisher | $100 – $300 | 3% – 8% (Amazon or retailer) | Often purchased by beginners; good volume. |
Mid-Range Metal Detectors | Garrett ACE Series, Minelab VANQUISH Series | $300 – $700 | 3% – 8% | Popular segment among hobbyists looking to upgrade. |
High-End Metal Detectors | XP DEUS II, Minelab CTX 3030 | $700 – $1,500+ | 3% – 8% | Premium audience; higher commission per sale despite similar % payout. |
Pinpointers | Garrett Pro-Pointer Series | $50 – $150 | 4% – 10% | Often sold as add-ons/upgrades. |
Digging Tools | Shovels, Scoops, Trowels (Lesche, Fiskars, etc.) | $15 – $50 | 5% – 10% | Lower price, but frequent repeat or bundle purchases. |
Headphones | Wired/Wireless Metal Detector Headphones | $30 – $100 | 3% – 10% | Ideal upsell with detectors; brand-specific headphones can be pricier. |
Protective Gear | Knee Pads, Gloves | $10 – $50 | 5% – 10% | Broad range of outdoor gear affiliates (Amazon, specialty stores). |
Books / E-Guides | “How to Start Metal Detecting” Guides | $10 – $30 | 5% – 15% (some digital products pay higher) | Low price point but can be high margin if it’s your own product. |
Online Courses / Programs | Treasure-hunting / Gold Prospecting Courses | $50 – $200+ | 20% – 50% (typical for digital info products) | Higher commission rates often seen with digital products via networks like ClickBank. |
Outdoor Gear | Backpacks, Clothing, Boots | $30 – $150+ | 4% – 10% | Can be bundled as “must-have accessories” for detectorists. |
Detector Retailers’ Affiliate Programs | Kellyco, Amazon Associates, Manufacturer-specific programs | Varies (similar to above) | 3% – 10% | Specialized retailers may offer higher commissions than Amazon. |