Handheld models are the most affordable option, starting around $15,000, and are perfect for quick, on-site analysis. You'll find entry-level desktop gold testing machines like the VR-X3, ideal for basic purity checks, while our advanced XRF spectrometers such as the VR-S7 and VR-T7 provide superior accuracy and features for professional. · Handheld XRF Analyzers: Typically range from $15,000 to $50,000, depending on detector type, element range, and connectivity features. · Benchtop XRF Analyzers: Entry-level models start around $30,000, with mid-range systems priced between $50,000 and $100,000. A handheld XRF that is calibrated for light elements in alloys requires a faster, more sensitive detector than an XRF calibrated for basic. Prices for these XRF analyzers can vary widely, ranging anywhere from as low as $15,000 all the way up to $500,000 or more. Understanding this price range is crucial as you consider your investment and search for the analyzer that meets your technical requirements and budget. What is an XRF. An XRF spectrometer is one of the most significant capital investments a jewelry shop, pawn operation, gold refinery, or laboratory will make. Get it right and the instrument pays for itself in months — through fraud prevention, faster transactions, and competitive credibility.