Ok, don't get me wrong I love the Explorer line but, with that said I do not think there is any detector out there that will offer as much information about a target when it comes to visually as the CTX.
This is based on all the reading I have done and not from personal experience because no I do not own one as off yet.
All one has to do is spend a few days reading the plethora of information on the CTX Forum to understand this machine has a lot to offer.
I also see by looking back at your prior posts you are more then aware of what the Explorer is capable of due to ownership of one.
Granted the price is higher on the CTX but, the technology is the best that is on the market IMHO for certain said hunting.
I am not a beach hunter nor can I attest to beach hunting capabilities yet reference too only target identification on screen.
Granted some people are more then happy with the results the Explorer gives them for the hunting they do (and do quite well) and therefore cannot justify the cost at this time.
Its just one of those things where you have to weigh your priorities and make a sound decision based on your situation.
This is just my honest opinion and take with it what you will.