K2-style EMF Meter · 5 LED
Ghost hunting classicHandheld EMF meter with a 5-level LED scale — the classic way to make changes in magnetic fields visible.
At a glance
Ghost hunting tools compared
Every tool covers a different method. The table shows what each one measures, who it is for and which part of the free app lets you try the method first.
| Tool | What it does | Best for | Try it in the app |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMF meter | Shows changes in the electromagnetic field | Beginners, baseline readings | K2 EMF meter |
| Spirit box | Sweeps radio frequencies for words and voices | Question sessions | Spirit Box + ghost voice |
| REM-Pod | Alerts with light and sound when its field is disturbed | Groups, all-night setups | REM-Pod |
| Night vision camera | Films in the dark with infrared light | Documenting a whole night | SLS camera with night vision |
| IR thermometer | Measures surface temperature at a distance | Checking cold spots | – |
| EVP recorder | Records audio for later review | EVP sessions | EVP recorder |
| UV flashlight | Makes invisible traces visible | Trigger experiments | Flashlight trigger |
| Trigger objects | Light up when touched or moved | Fun experiments, parties | Dowsing rods |
| Walkie talkies | Keeps the team in contact | Large buildings, outdoor | – |
Getting started
How to start ghost hunting without wasting money
Most people buy too much ghost hunting equipment too early. A drawer full of gadgets does not make an investigation better; a clear method does. The smarter way is to try each method first, find out which one you enjoy, and then buy the one or two devices that match it.
Step 1: Try the methods with your phone
Your smartphone already has a microphone, a magnetometer, motion sensors and a camera. GhostScan Pro uses exactly those sensors for nine tools: a spirit box with a real noise generator, a ghost voice with word detection, an EVP recorder, a K2-style EMF meter, a REM-Pod, an SLS camera with skeleton detection and night vision, an orb scanner, a flashlight trigger and digital dowsing rods. You can run a full test night at home and see what you like.
Step 2: Get the basic trio
If you keep going, the classic beginner set is an EMF meter, a voice recorder and a headlamp. With these three you can take baseline readings, run EVP sessions and keep your hands free. They are simple, robust and do not need any setup or app pairing.
Step 3: Add tools for your favourite method
If you love question sessions, a spirit box or a REM-Pod is the next step. If you prefer documenting a location, invest in a night vision camera and a tripod. Investigating as a team in larger buildings? Then walkie talkies become essential for both coordination and safety.
How to run a simple first investigation
Start with a walk-through in daylight or with the lights on. Note where the fuse box, chargers and large appliances are, because they will affect EMF readings. Take a baseline round with your EMF meter and thermometer in every room and write the values down. Then switch off the lights, start a continuous video recording and run short sessions of ten to fifteen minutes: ask a question, wait in silence, ask the next one. Review all audio and video the next day with fresh ears and eyes, and only keep findings that you cannot explain in a normal way.
Gear guide
EMF Meters
An EMF meter is the tool most people picture when they think of ghost hunting. It measures changes in the electromagnetic field around you. The theory in the paranormal community is that a presence may disturb that field. In practice an EMF meter reacts to wiring, phone chargers, fridges and microwaves first, so the real skill is learning what a normal reading looks like in a room before you start asking questions. A K2-style meter with a five-step LED scale is the easiest to read in the dark; a digital meter with a number display is better if you want to log exact values.
Digital EMF Meter
Electric + magnetic fieldsDigital meter with a numeric display for electric and magnetic fields — for more detailed EMF readings.
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Spirit Boxes
A spirit box sweeps quickly through radio frequencies and plays back fragments of noise and sound. Investigators ask questions and listen for words that seem to answer. Because the device produces random audio, it works best with clear rules: record every session, write down what you think you heard before you play it back, and let a second person listen without being told. A model with a built-in speaker is easier for groups; one with a recording function saves you a separate recorder.
PARANORMIC Spirit Box
FM sweep · recordingHandheld spirit box with FM sweep and recording function for EVP sessions.
SB7 Spirit Box
Well-known sweep devicePopular handheld spirit box with adjustable sweep rate, used by many ghost hunting teams.
Sam and Colby XPLR Spirit Box
Well-known ghost hunting brandCompact spirit box from the well-known ghost hunting brand Sam and Colby.
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REM-Pods
A REM-Pod creates its own small electromagnetic field and lights up and beeps when something enters it. You place it on the floor or a table, step back and ask questions. It is one of the most popular tools for group sessions because everyone can see and hear the reaction at the same time. Models with a temperature sensor add a second signal that alerts you to sudden temperature changes.
REM-POD-EMT+ATDD · Original
Temperature alarmThe original REM-Pod with temperature deviation detection — alerts with light and sound when the field nearby changes.
REM-Pod with Temperature Sensor
360° detectionREM-Pod with 360° detection that, according to the manufacturer, recalibrates automatically and also reports sudden temperature changes.
Beginner REM-Pod
Very sensitiveAffordable entry into REM-Pod technology: the device creates its own electromagnetic field and alerts as soon as something enters it.
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Night Vision Cameras
Most activity reports happen at night, and your phone camera struggles in the dark. A camcorder with infrared night vision lets you film a room without turning on the lights, and a small Wi-Fi camera can watch a second room while you work in the first. Always film continuously instead of only when you think something happens; the moments you did not expect are often the interesting ones when you review the footage.
ORDRO V12 Night Vision Camcorder
1080p · infraredCamcorder with infrared night vision — documents dark rooms during an investigation.
4K Mini Camera · Night Vision
Wi-Fi · motion detectionSmall Wi-Fi camera with night vision and motion detection — for continuous monitoring during a night session.
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Infrared Thermometers
Cold spots are one of the classic signs investigators look for. A non-contact infrared thermometer measures the surface temperature of walls, floors and furniture in a second, so you can check a cold spot from where you stand. Take a baseline round through every room at the start of the night and repeat it later; differences are only meaningful if you know what normal was.
Etekcity Infrared Thermometer
Non-contact · laserNon-contact infrared thermometer to check for cold spots from a distance in seconds.
Laser Infrared Thermometer
Targeting laserInfrared thermometer with targeting laser — a reliable tool to find cold zones.
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EVP Recorders
EVP stands for electronic voice phenomena: voices or words that appear on a recording but were not heard in the room. A dedicated voice recorder gives cleaner audio than a phone and keeps running for hours. Ask a question, leave ten to fifteen seconds of silence, and listen back with headphones later.
64 GB Digital Voice Recorder
Playback · long batteryDigital voice recorder for EVP sessions — record in silence and review the audio later.
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Complete Ghost Hunting Kits
If you do not want to research every device on its own, a kit bundles several tools at once. It is a practical starting point for a group or a gift for someone who is curious about the hobby.
Ghost Hunting Kit with EVP Recorder
EMF meter + recorder + moreKit with EMF meter, EVP voice recorder and more — for anyone who wants several tools at once instead of buying them separately.
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UV Flashlights
A UV flashlight shows traces that are invisible in normal light, such as marks on trigger objects or powder you scattered to detect movement. A compact 395 nm light is fine for small rooms; a stronger 365 nm light covers larger areas with less visible purple glow.
Lepro UV Flashlight
Compact · 395 nmCompact UV black light for spotting traces and markings that are invisible in normal light.
365 nm UV Flashlight
Rechargeable · filter lensRechargeable 365 nm black light with filter lens for strong UV light on larger investigations.
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Headlamps
You need both hands for a camera and a meter, so a headlamp is more useful than a flashlight on most investigations. A model with a motion sensor switches on and off with a wave of the hand.
KLARUS HM1 Headlamp
440 lumens · motion sensorKeeps both hands free for camera and meter: switches on with a wave of the hand, rechargeable, 100 m beam distance.
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Trigger Objects
Trigger objects are items placed in a room to invite a reaction: balls that light up when touched, toys, or a plush bear with a sensor inside. They are simple, cheap and fun, and they work well together with a camera pointed at them all night.
4× Light-up Motion Balls
Trigger objectBalls that light up when touched — a popular trigger object for ghost hunting experiments.
6× Light-up Motion Balls
Trigger object setSet of six light-up balls as an affordable option for trigger object experiments.
Ghost Hunting Bear
Field sensor in a plush toyPlush bear with a built-in field sensor that lights up when something comes close — a popular trigger object because it blends into the room.
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Walkie Talkies
As soon as your team spreads over several rooms or floors, walkie talkies keep everyone connected without phones lighting up the dark. They are also a basic safety tool when you investigate outside or in large buildings.
Walkie Talkies · 2-Pack
Rechargeable · long rangeRechargeable two-way radios to stay in contact across rooms during an investigation.
Walkie Talkies · 4-Pack
For larger teamsFour rechargeable two-way radios for investigation teams spread over several rooms or floors.
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Tripods and Lighting
A stable phone tripod turns your smartphone into a static camera for the SLS camera or long EVP sessions. A ring light on a stand helps when you film intros or interviews before the lights go off.
Ring Light with Tripod Stand
Tripod + remoteRing light on a tripod with phone holder and remote — even lighting for video during night sessions.
UBeesize Phone Tripod
Flexible · wireless remoteFlexible mini tripod with wireless remote — holds your phone steady for the SLS camera or EVP recordings.
Before you go
Safety and etiquette
Only investigate places where you are allowed to be: your own home, the home of friends who invited you, or locations that offer ghost tours and overnight stays. Abandoned buildings are often unsafe and almost always private property. Never go alone, tell someone where you are, carry a charged phone and a proper light, and leave a location exactly as you found it. Respect people who live nearby and anyone who has lost someone connected to a place.
Stay skeptical. Most readings have a normal explanation, from a fridge compressor to a draft under the door. That is not a reason to stop; it is what makes the rare unexplained moment interesting.
Questions
Ghost hunting equipment FAQ
What equipment do I need to start ghost hunting?
You can start with nothing more than a smartphone. The free GhostScan Pro app turns your phone into a spirit box, EMF meter, EVP recorder, REM-Pod and SLS camera using its real sensors. Once you know which methods you enjoy, add a dedicated EMF meter, a voice recorder and a night vision camera.
What is the best ghost hunting equipment for beginners?
For beginners the most useful trio is a K2-style EMF meter, a digital voice recorder for EVP sessions and a good headlamp. These three cover the most popular methods, are easy to use and do not need any setup.
Is ghost hunting equipment expensive?
It does not have to be. The app is free, and basic tools such as an EMF meter, trigger balls or a UV flashlight are affordable. Night vision cameras and professional spirit boxes cost more, so it makes sense to buy them later once you know you will keep up the hobby.
Do ghost hunting apps really work?
Ghost hunting apps, including GhostScan Pro, are made for entertainment. GhostScan Pro uses real sensor data from your phone, so the tools react to actual changes in sound, magnetic field and movement, but it makes no scientific claims and cannot prove paranormal activity. Treat every reading with healthy skepticism.
Which links do you use for the US and the UK?
Visitors from the United Kingdom and Ireland see links to Amazon.co.uk, everyone else sees links to Amazon.com. You can switch the store at the top of the gear list at any time. Shopping from Germany, Austria or Switzerland? Use our German guide with links to Amazon.de.
Is it legal to go ghost hunting?
Ghost hunting itself is legal, but trespassing is not. Only investigate places where you have permission, such as your own home, the home of friends or locations that offer guided ghost tours and overnight stays.
Free app
GhostScan Pro: ghost hunting app for Android
GhostScan Pro puts nine ghost hunting tools on your phone and runs them on real sensor data: spirit box, ghost voice, EVP recorder, K2 EMF meter, REM-Pod, SLS camera with skeleton detection, orb hunting, flashlight and dowsing rods. The interface and the ghost voice are available in 18 languages. The app is free; ads can be removed with a one-time purchase. It is made for entertainment and makes no scientific claims.
Get GhostScan Pro free on Google Play
Watch short investigations and tutorials on our YouTube channel @GhostScanPro.