--- title: "Walk-Through or Hand-Held Detector? | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/walk-through-or-hand-held-metal-detector-kenya description: "Pick the one that fits your door, not the brochure. A short visual guide for Kenya: arch, wand, both." updated: 2026-10-19 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/walk-through-or-hand-held-metal-detector-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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Pick the one that fits your door, not the brochure. Who can open which door in your building today, and how would you know? Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Fast for steady streams of people - Cheap, portable, good for a second check - Arch to screen, wand to find the item Quick answer Pick the one that fits your door, not the brochure. A walk-through metal detector checks each guest in about a second. [Photo: Jakub Zerdzicki / Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/36K2PZYNfcM) Why this matters now ## Every day with uncontrolled doors is a day you cannot say who was inside. ### If you wait - Keys copied and never returned - A leaver who still holds access - No record of who entered the store room ### What you get - Cards, fingerprints or faces set by door and by hour - Remove a person in one click - A log of every entry [Rosslare AC G44 Reader](/products/rosslare-ac-g44-reader-22147 "Rosslare AC G44 Reader")[ZKTeco ZK LMB -2805](/products/zkteco-zk-lmb-2805-maglock-2637 "ZKTeco ZK LMB -2805 MAGLOCK")[Dahua DH-ARD312 access controller](/products/dahua-dh-ard312-access-controller-13950 "Dahua DH-ARD312 access controller") [Get my free quote on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244?text=Hi%20Qyvea%2C%20I%20read%20your%20guide%3A%20Walk-Through%20or%20Hand-Held%20Detector%3F.%20I%20want%20access%20control%20sorted.%20Can%20you%20help%3F)Reply usually within 30 minutes. Free site survey in Nairobi and nearby counties. Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Fast for steady streams of people - Cheap, portable, good for a second check - Arch to screen, wand to find the item - Start with one, add the other later ## The short version Door width ~ measure firstCrowd size ~ how many per hourStaff ~ who will operate itChoice ~ arch, wand or both ## Four things to know **Arch**: Fast for steady streams of people **Wand**: Cheap, portable, good for a second check **Both**: Arch to screen, wand to find the item **Budget**: Start with one, add the other later ## Before and after #### Before Hand-held wand only Every guest stopped Queue grows at the door #### After Arch plus a wand Most guests walk straight through Only alarms get a wand check ## In stock now ## Get a free survey **When to call a professional**: Tell us about your site. We survey for free, quote in writing, then supply, install, configure and train. See the [price guide](https://qyvea.co.ke/walk-through-metal-detector-price-in-kenya). Call [0113 301 244](tel:+254113301244) or [WhatsApp us](https://wa.me/254113301244?text=Hi%20Qyvea%2C%20I%20need%20help%20with%20a%20walk-through%20metal%20detector). ## Frequently asked questions Which is cheaper? A hand-held wand costs less, but an arch is faster for crowds. Many sites use both. Can a wand replace an arch? For small crowds, yes. For steady crowds an arch keeps the line moving. How long does installation take? Usually a few hours for one unit once the spot is agreed. We install, set the sensitivity, test it and train your team. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Access Control · Guide Walk-Through Metal Detector for Schools Parents want to know the gate is watching. 2 min read**READ FULL ARTICLE →**](https://qyvea.co.ke/walk-through-metal-detector-for-schools-kenya)[Access Control · Guide Walk-Through Metal Detector for Cinemas Lights down; guests relaxed. 2 min read**READ FULL ARTICLE →**](https://qyvea.co.ke/walk-through-metal-detector-for-cinemas-kenya)[Access Control · Guide 6, 18 or 33 Zones? 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