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How to Choose the Right Dive Computer
How to Choose the Best Dive Computer? There are so many options for Dive Computers right now, it can be very difficult to figure out which one would work the best for your diving needs! Do you want something that can be used for recreational and technical diving? what about freediving? or an integrated compass? These are all questions you need to ask yourself before investing in a dive computer
Why Do I Need a Dive Computer?
A dive computer takes depth and time information and applies it to a decompression model to track the dissolved nitrogen in your body during a dive. Your computer continuously tells you how much dive time you safely have remaining. Dive Computer allows you to maximize your time enjoying the marine life and record and share your underwater adventures.
Dive Computer Features:
Easy-to-read display that provides the following information:
- No stop limits
- Depth
- Time
- No stop time remaining
- Ascent rate
- Emergency decompression
- Previous dive information
- Low battery warning
- Enriched air compatible.
Optional Features:
- Air integrated to display how much air is in your tank (transmitter).
- Replaceable or rechargeable batteries
- Multiple gas computers for technical diving or a CCR (Closed-Circuit Rebreather) mode.
- Interface with your laptop/regular computer so you can download your dive data.
- Electronic compass or built-in thermometer.
- Self-adjusting decompression models
- Dot matrix screens with menus that allow you to play games to pass the time at safety or decompression stops
- Automatic or manual adjustment for altitude diving
- Mask display that allows you to glance at critical dive information.
How To Choose Your Dive Computer
- Ask yourself – What type of diving do I do now and plan to do in the future? and What dive computer works with my current equipment, or what complete equipment package includes the type of computer I want?Â
- Look at dive computers with features that match your dive style and equipment setup. Evaluate:
- Can you clearly read the data with your mask on
- Does the data display make sense to you – do you prefer numbers, or do you like graphics or charts?
- Do you understand how to get the dive information you need?
- Don’t hesitate investing in a good dive computer. Get what you want now and go scuba diving – that’s the point.
ENTRY LEVEL COMPUTERS
Do you want a simple, easy to use computer with basic features including Air/Nitrox modes and a built in logbook
Shearwater Peregrine Dive Computer
Embark on your adventure into diving with Shearwater. The Shearwater Peregrine Dive Computer is a simple and easily accessible, full colour, multi-gas dive computer. The Peregrine is your ideal companion for many adventures to come. Each Peregrine Computer includes a standard length black strap and black shock cord.
FREEDIVING COMPUTERS
Shearwater Teric Dive Computer
Suunto Eon Core Dive Computer
Outstanding readability with great versatility. The compact Suunto EON Core Dive Computer is a great dive companion whether you are just beginning diving or an active diver exploring new depths. The key details of your dive are easy to read from the clear color display with large, prominent digits. This fully featured and versatile dive computer is your reliable partner no matter if you’re exploring shipwrecks or admiring the colorful marine life.
ADVANCED COMPUTERS
Do you want advanced features like air integration, compass, multiple gas mixtures and robustness?
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ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES
Do you want simply the best for all diving? Color display,rechargeable battery and user-updatable software?