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I love the features on the Peregrine TX...For recreational divers like myself, this covers all the spots I need. The large, colored screen is easy to see. Ease of use and some degrees of customization are also great. Plus, Peregrine now comes with AI and Digital Compass too. What a great dive computer!!
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As a backpacker and diver, I’m all about the versatility both above and below the water. The fact that it will grow with me and my diving just pushes this way over the top.
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The Garmin MK3i would be my favourite for sure and probably my next big purchase. I love that it's so versatile and can be used for so many different activities, and reduce the number of devices I need.
This is without question the best video I have seen on dive computers. Being new to diving this is exactly what I needed, all the information clear and concise without attitude. So many I have seen are judgmental against the new diver who doesn't want to spend on a high end technical computer. Thank you for your great videos! The Cressi Leonardo is probably the one I will start with
As previously mentioned, great video guys well done. My favourite for diving warm water (holiday) dives is the Shearwater Teric. Bright clear display with plenty of dive information especially when linked to the tank pod. Its small enough to wear as standard watch also on a liveaboard for example and not having (email, text) notifications is a plus, im on holiday relaxing. Ive seen, own, used and discussed the others on the list but keep coming back to the Teric every time. Keep up the great videos guys.👌
Love the garmin mk3i, it is very versatile and seems amazing to have as an every day watch but then when you go into dive mode so can the watch you wear everyday. Loved the review video and I actually learned a lot more than I thought I would.
The Garmin MK3i is a bit pricey, but when it comes to life supporting gear I say splurge a little bit and get a little more than you need. I’ve always dove Mares computers, but after getting the MK3i earlier this year I will never use anything else. Save your money, and get the best computer you can afford. You won’t regret it!
@@sunhead-x not comparable. It can be used for rec diving. But it limits are 40m and nitrox up to 40%. No support for air integration. Not sure if it records entry and exit point either. But if you just want to do a dive now and then while travel, then the Fenix should be ok.
To be honest, I wasn't a sportswatch person before but now wearing it everyday for the last year, I am really impressed with it, both above and below the water. Do you own one as well?
Garmin MK3i 51mm is my favourite because it can do it all as a multisport smartwatch and is still a kick ass technical diving computer with air integration and crazy battery life. The dive readiness is a useful crossover of the smartwatch and dive computer features. I've been toying between the Garmin MK3i and Shearwater Perdix 2 AI for my next computer.
@@DIVEindotcom and I'd love see what happens with the Garmin Fenix 8 when it's dived deeper than 40m especially when the case is rated to more than double that, 10ATM or 90m.
Love the Shearwater Perdix 2! 🥰 I am on the brink of moving forward from recreational to technical diving and you can’t ignore the Perdix on this journey. 😎
I have snorkeled a lot but new to diving in Florida this summer. This is something I want to keep doing. I'm retired now, so I now have time. I like the Sunnto Novo because of price and ease of going thru the settings. I loved the video, it's a great help for someone new. Thanks Rick D. Bronson Fl.
Garmin MK3i is my favourite. You can basically do everything with it inside and outside the water, and it also has very long lasting battery and lots of customizable features.
I am very excited about the Peregrine TX. I came to this video because I purchased a full dive set of my own. I want to complete it with a nice dive watch. The Peregrine TX seems ideal for this purpose. It has a nice screen, is easy to use and has options to transition into basic tactical diving. Which I am already very excited about, and thinking about doing in the future. I want to thank you for creating this kind of great content. You guys are really helping the diving community move forward!
Been on the lookout for my first dive computer and this review helped! Peregrine TX checks almost all of my boxes as I can get basic customisation, large coloured screen and now AI and DC!
Share with a friend. Moving to a modern computer is amazing. Having AI and a bright screen is now affordable and available in many form factors. This video shows use the usability, visibly, and even battery life for each model. Well done!
I have the Garmin MK2i right now and I absolutely love it. It works so well as both a dive computer and everyday watch, and would definitely recommend it!
Good overall review with very detailed differentiators helping with ‘Who is this computer for.’ I really liked that. Thanks for showing a wide variety of price points as well as highlighting readability. I have some older pucks and a Peregrine TX. The readability and ease of use on the Shearwaters is amazing and consistent across their entire line and I would buy another like a Perdix or Teric if I wanted to do more Tec diving. The actual battery life was a unique group test and some great data with a few big surprises. You also nailed why so many are hesitant on the Apple Watch - the lockout potential kept me away…. The subscription deters many unnecessarily, as you noted because if one dives a few times a year … and all in a one or two week period it’s a good deal economically. Also appreciated seeing the new Suunto as compared to Teric and MK3s…. Screen looks amazing, but your coverage of usability was very insightful. So many great choices. Did you notice any differences algorithmically/diversified time and deco response in their implementations? Thanks for such a thorough set of reviews.
Shearwater is my favorite brand: excellent design, quality build, flawless operation. Shearwater customer support ix unparalleled IMO. Perdix 2 is my choice and Peregrine TX is my wife's. Keep up the good work!
I’m new to diving, certified in June so I don’t own a computer yet but your video helped a great deal. I like the sunnuto and the peregrine. I can’t see buying the first computer due to its limitations. While it’s cheap it’s easily out grown and becomes a waste of money. Thanks for all your work
In the bottom tier I understand taking the established values, but as a new diver I went with the astonishing aqualung i330r, which is holding its ground quite firmly offering also nitrox capabilities and free dive mode, while also having a colour screen and rechargeable battery. But if I may dream, I would of course go for the Garmin Mk3i. The air integration I find is a big difference with the descent as well. I want to better my air consumption and therefore an air integrated watch would be very helpful to analyse at what moments my air consumption goes up. For that specific reason the Suunto Ocean has an important edge. It has air integration, cost considerably less, and is a sport watch all around. As I am a hiker and horseback rider, this is the one I am particularly saving for! I subscribed to the newsletter as I certainly do appreciate the well tested reviews
My favorite computer is the Shearwater Perdix 2 because it has trimix capability and it has a bigger screen (getting older). It has all the functions that you could possibly want from dive computer (AI, compass, vibration alarm). I have an old Oceanik Geo2 watch, the functionality of which I have slowly outgrown. I'm doing extended range deco dives with two nitrox mixes, but planning to start trimix courses soon.
I love my MKi3 mostly because I use a ton of the other activity features above water and the app is great for tracking *everything* you do as well as sleep and health data. It even estimates your DCS risk based on sleep / exercise recovery etc. Thanks for this.
I have the Garmin Descent G1(non-solar) - As someone moving towards either technical or divemaster it was a great choice (especially secondhand in great condition and very affordable). It's a big step up from my old Suunto Zoop (non-Novo! That old!). The Descent G1 is awesome, like noted, above and below water. A close competitor to a traditional "smartwatch". My problem and the reason I drrool over the Garmin MK3i 51mm? Presbyopia (I need reading glasses) - I just can't read the small screen fonts 1/2 the time. Having a bigger, better, brighter display will make a *huge* difference. Ohhh, Air Integration too... like, duh! So journey progression will be towards Air Integration, and for a dedicated "smart watch" that does all of the tech diving plus everything else + air.... Clear winner for me. Great video! Gracias!
Hey, have you had trouble with the Garmin Descent G1 reading it in low light conditions? or with the small buttons as he mentions in the video? Doesn't it have like a light button as most wrist watches?
I personally have the peragrin TX and I love it. I always wanted the perdix 2 when I started diving, but was a bit above my budget at the time. When they came out wit h the TX.. I jumped on that since it had Ai and compass.. The screen is really bright as stated in the video. I highly recommend this computer for new divers. It's about $1100 with the pod and is amazing
Garmin MK3i is my favorite out of the lot! Got the chance to try it not to long ago, wish I had my own as it'd be so versatile between daily life (fitness + sports) and of course whenever I decide to dive (free or scuba). 🤞 Keep making these amazing videos, big fan!
@@DIVEindotcom I did! A dive buddy lent me his for one, it just felt good on my wrist (not super bulky) + I like the layout of data on the display. UI Navigation was pretty easy as well.
Garmin MK3i is my favorite, I’ve been a Garmin user for over 7 years and I just love how dedicated they are to make better products that last for years
@@hornelogan323 I wouldn't recommend the MK3i to anyone who doesn't do at least 30-50 dives a year mainly because of the price point. If money isn't a constraint then go for it or else there are cheaper options like the G1 series which is about 1/4 the cost. Hope I answered your question
@@DIVEindotcom I have the non-AI Peregrine; love the unit. Less than a year after buying it...the TX comes out! Just my luck. I'll probably buy the TX and trans, and put the original in my wetsuit pocket for backup. The MK3i is fantastic I bet. The new fenix 8 will be a big hit for those divers who don't need/want AI.
Great video.I love my Teric as I get all the full features of a top of the line dive computer in a small watch sized computer. I also like the bright display and the built in compass.
Great video. My favorite is the Garmin Descent Mk3i 43mm because I dive all year round, both on vacation and in cold lakes and would use it very often. It would also replace my Garmin Fenix 5 as an everyday watch to track my other activities like swimming, biking or running. And the Dive Computer/ watch can also record all the other activities that I do from time to time on vacation, such as skiing, sailing, windsurfing. Since some of my dives are deeper than 40m and i do technical diving too, the Garmin Fenix 8 is unfortunately not sufficient, as it has better smartwatch features, but is unfortunately only sufficient for 40m
The Fenix 8 is obviously playing against the Apple Watch Ultra. In terms of diving they are kind of the same level with the 40m rating, no AI, no gas change. While Apple in my opinion is the better smartwatch, Garmin is more focussed on sports. So, the Fenix 8 has battery life on their side and especially no subscription model which makes it cheaper in the long run. And, as far as I know, they won’t lock you, if you drop below 40.
@@SuperSteini89 We'll have to test the Fenix as well. It's a shallow limit, like teh Apple Ultra, but that might be the microphones having issues with the depth. Not sure. Thanks for sharing!
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I love my MK3i with T2 transceiver. The only problem is that my wife is now really jealous. Looks like we'll be saving up to get one for her, too. In addition to diving, I do a lot of mountain biking and trail running. So I needed a computer that doubles as a sports watch. I chose the Garmin brand because I previously owned one of their watches and was very satisfied with the performance and durability. The thing survived multiple MTB crashes over six years without so much as a scratch. I passed it on to a friend and it's still going strong. I specifically chose the MK3i because of the large screen size, the color maps, the air integration, and the complete array of dive capabilities. I am not currently a tech diver, but I may choose to become certified as one in the future. I want to have that functionality available in case I need it.
I have Teric, and i love it so much because it has a great screen. The size is not too bulky, but the function and features are very easy and intuitive.
Thanks for a great video! I think the best dive computer on this video is the Garmin Mk3i but at a high cost. It has everything anyone could need, from diving to above water activities, transmitter, good screen, and will last a very long time. My second choice would be the Suunto Ocean due to the transmitter, sports app, and also brightness screen. I’m a new diver and would definitely love to win my first dive computer!
As a diver just getting back into it after 30 years, I’m new to the computer age of diving so this video was a HUGE help in learning what would be best for me as an occasional sport diver with 60 year old eyes. The Perigrin would be my pick because it’s in my price range relative to my type of diving, and the large bright screen is a huge plus over monochrome screens. Especially diving in Midwest lakes with less than pristine visibility the screen and features would fit me nicely.
New to diving and looking to buy my first dive computer. Can’t decide if to splash out and get a smart watch combo or just get an entry level dive computer whilst I’m just starting out
Hello Thank you so much for your comparison video. My favorite is the Shearwater Peregrine. I’m 64. I was certified in n 1987 by Naui. I dove a little bit back then then left it alone for many years. I recently took a refresher course in preparation for our trip to Curacao. Went there in July and I had 4 dives off of the Sandals boat. Needless to say I’m now hooked and cannot wait to dive again. Looking at a trip through our local dive shop to go to Cozumel. So…I’m in the market for gear. I’m going Saturday to pick up my bcd. I’d love an opportunity to have some of the gear you guys are testing. Please give this ole PawPaw a consideration for some of your gear. Again thank you so much for your thorough gear presentation. Guy Menard.
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As a recreational diver, I own the Cressi Donnatelo and for the price point I think it's a good choiche when geting into the dive world without breaking the bank and investing in other quality gear instead. It does everything I need at this moment. The one push button though... yeah, you need to get used to it. I do however see the benefit of having an always on screen (OLED) as on the Cressi you have to always long-push the button for to light it up for those few seconds. An integrated compass and possibility of air integreation seem like a good reason for a future upgrade. But the price entry for those devices at 600€... Ouch For your next roundup, would be great if you could include the Cressi Raffaelo, Mares Sirius/Quad computers as well. Thank you for all the great equipement tests, keep it up.
Shearwater Perdix 2 would be the choice for my next dive computer. I currently have the atmos mission 2 and really love it. Surface activities and a solid recreational dive computer. I am progressing towards technical diving and the added features or the perdix are what I need.
Apple Watch ultra, I love that I can use my everyday watch as dive computer and don’t need to spend money or think about taking stand alone dive computer with me. Beside that, it’s really a best looking, user friendly and perfectly readable DC
Just the video I was looking for! So many options to choose from. Just finished my Advanced Open Water and I'm definitely going to do the rescue diving as well. So time for a computer for myself. Initially I was looking at the Suunto D5 (not in this video), but now I am curious about your opinion. Out of the options I think the Shearwater Tern TX or Garmin Descent G1 speaks to me the most: like to wear it as a daily watch as well and the integrated compass is a nice feature. Any thoughts? Cheers
Hi Paola, We haven't tested the Ratio computers, but we've gotten a few comments on them, so we'll try and get them in the next test we do. As I remember they have the tank pod that will change color depending on the remaining air?
Great Video. I like the size of the Tern and Tern TX but the screen of the Peregrine. I really enjoy seeing comparison videos. Hope to dive enough to justify a Teric or MK3i eventually.
The Garmin MK3i is a gadget and I don't know any really serious divers using it. The Perdix is the only one here worth considering. There is no way I'd be doing trimix or rebreather diving on the garmin - it is a toy. The screen isn't big enough, the buttons not large enough for hands in gloves etc. I just love all the "wannabees" who can't wait to spend their money, hahaha.
I would like the Suunto Ocean as it has gps and you can see the dive profile in 3D after the dive. I really hope they will add the compass feature while diving.
Thanks for the video, comes right as I want to do my instructor course in a month My favorit out of them all has to be the garmin descent mk3(i) as it has a beautiful bright screen, tracks sleep and hr, can receive messages and the torch for emergencies. I also love doing other sports as Football and Tennis and would love to use that thing for pretty much everything! Since its launch I've been waiting for the mk2i to drop in price but it is still at around 1000€ which is way more than I can afford even tho it probably is absolut reasonable
Nice! Where are you doing your instructor course? Perhaps, look at a second-hand Mk2i - they might drop in price ass some divers are looking to replace the mk3i
@@DIVEindotcom I am doing it on Madeira, the island I was born Always on the lookout for them, already activated notifications whenever someone uploads the MK2i to ebay!
Great video, congratulations for the professionalism and objectivity, I am attracted by the Garmin G1, even if the screen is small it still seems easy enough to read also for how the data is presented..
I have a Peregrine. It is a great dive computer, large display and great price and it is easy to download the logs and see them in the app. I like being able to see the data I want on the same screen without having to change screens. It is very easy to configure too. The Compass and AI is a really nice addition on the Peregrine TX. That would be my next one to get as a recreational diver.
Thank you so much for your hard work! Great video. I'm looking at the garmin mk3i 51mm cause I think we need the best equipment for going under water. the price though.... oh boy and then there's the pod as well... buying the mk3i is tricky cause I won't feel happy with my purchase for so much money and then see the mk4i
yes thats a negative thing on every expensive product, buy one, and you now the next generation will be there and be better. I would love to have the ecg feature like fenix 8. And propably an mk4 will have it :(
I think a lot of divers feel like this. I have an old love relationship with Suunto as they were all over when I started diving, so it's really great they are "back in the game". We're releasing a full review of the Suunto really soon, so remember to subscribe to the channel for an update when we release it: youtube.com/@diveindotcom?sub_confirmation=1
@@DIVEindotcom I do own the Suunto d5 and I am enjoying every dive and outing with it, with its amazing big screen and beautiful look, despite the terrible battery...
I have been using Peregrine TX for a year now. I like it very much. I bought it primarily because of the screen, it is large and bright. In my opinion, Shearwater has the most convenient controls. Only 2 buttons, but they are 100% enough. You can set up everything you want to see. I was also satisfied with the price of Peregrine TX. I recommend it to everyone!
The garmin would definitely be my favourite to own, but I don't have one yet simply because of the price. I have used and trust oceanic gear for many years, and would love to own one, and will begin to research it after watching the review.
Great video. The Garmin mk3i 51mm is the perfect dive computer for me. As a professional diver, I need a computer that can do everything, clear to read but also with a long battery life ! Nothing is more annoying than charging you computer every day especially when going on a liveaboard. Because I use it all the time, i prefer a watch computer that's why Garmin is what I need and if you ask gently it can do your early morning coffee 😂😂
As a diver looking at my first dive computer and one that I will use hope fully for years, as well as it tracking other things like swimming, I am torn between the Apple Watch and the Suunto ocean. However if I had money I would have chosen the MK3.
I have a Garmin G1 and love it. I’d love to get a shearwater teric or perdix 2 in the future and use the G1 as a backup. Love the AI capabilities on those two and the data integrations with subsurface.
I would love to see a segment on top 5 dive computers that are easy to read and use for people that need glasses. After this video I think I will end up with the Peregrine TX. Great video Btw!
I’m very interested in the Garmin Mk3i as a dive computer because of the different activity tracking. The ability to use the compass both above and below the water line. The ability save locations, link with the Garmin inReach to send and receive messages.
I think the Apple Watch is great for people who already wear an Apple Watch and only dive on vacation like myself. But also wanting to dive more and get into more technical diving the shearwater computers are awesome!
Has to be Garmin Mk3i (51mm) as it simply does everything so well The battery life is amazing. The dive logging is so detailed, the usual, depth, bottom time etc. but so smuch more: GPS coordinates of where you entered and where you exited the dive, water temp, gas consumption rate, and more and more. Track your gym workouts, sleep patterns, runs, ... what doesn't it do 😄 ... and I'm a regular Diveinn shopper 😉
I have never bought a dive watch computer - so I do not have an opinion to share. I am a cyclist and use a Garmin, so I like the idea of being familiar with the technology. I am scheduled to Dive Oct 19th and need to buy something this week. Please share opinions for New diver ... 😀
Apple Watch Ultra - I've dived it 7.5-8 hrs a day repetitive, in addition to wearing it in between, and charged it daily. No issues.I understand that is a bunch less than the others, but still reasonable. And it doesn't do everything, but I didn't buy it to be a dive computer; pleasantly surprised by how much I like it as one.
I love the simplicity of the Sunto novo. We just got these after diving with the gekko for 15 years. My only wish is it to have as big of a font as the gekko. Smaller fonts don't work with older divers.
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I love the features on the Peregrine TX...For recreational divers like myself, this covers all the spots I need. The large, colored screen is easy to see. Ease of use and some degrees of customization are also great. Plus, Peregrine now comes with AI and Digital Compass too. What a great dive computer!!
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Personally I think the AI+compass puts the peregrine tx in the “perfect recreational computer” category.
As a backpacker and diver, I’m all about the versatility both above and below the water. The fact that it will grow with me and my diving just pushes this way over the top.
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Which one did you find fit that spot as a diver and backpacker?
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The Garmin MK3i would be my favourite for sure and probably my next big purchase. I love that it's so versatile and can be used for so many different activities, and reduce the number of devices I need.
Thanks for sharing. It's a big purchase, but also a great gain for your diving and everyday use.
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This is without question the best video I have seen on dive computers. Being new to diving this is exactly what I needed, all the information clear and concise without attitude. So many I have seen are judgmental against the new diver who doesn't want to spend on a high end technical computer. Thank you for your great videos! The Cressi Leonardo is probably the one I will start with
As previously mentioned, great video guys well done. My favourite for diving warm water (holiday) dives is the Shearwater Teric. Bright clear display with plenty of dive information especially when linked to the tank pod. Its small enough to wear as standard watch also on a liveaboard for example and not having (email, text) notifications is a plus, im on holiday relaxing. Ive seen, own, used and discussed the others on the list but keep coming back to the Teric every time.
Keep up the great videos guys.👌
Thanks again.
That's a great dive computer as well and from a company that really backs up their products with top-quality customer service.
Love the garmin mk3i, it is very versatile and seems amazing to have as an every day watch but then when you go into dive mode so can the watch you wear everyday. Loved the review video and I actually learned a lot more than I thought I would.
Mk3i is my favorite. I'd wear it every day
The Garmin MK3i is a bit pricey, but when it comes to life supporting gear I say splurge a little bit and get a little more than you need. I’ve always dove Mares computers, but after getting the MK3i earlier this year I will never use anything else. Save your money, and get the best computer you can afford. You won’t regret it!
i dont now if its better than teric for example if you just use it for diving. but if you do sports over the water, it´s the perfect watch
Do you happen to use the setting that allows the text to be larger?
Can always defend the price since it will be an everyday watch too. Love my mk2i and will upgrade.
I would be interested in how the new Fenix 8 performs against the MK3i 😮
@@sunhead-x not comparable. It can be used for rec diving. But it limits are 40m and nitrox up to 40%. No support for air integration. Not sure if it records entry and exit point either.
But if you just want to do a dive now and then while travel, then the Fenix should be ok.
The Garmin is so much more than a dive computer - which makes you wear it as your everyday watch - making it your perfect dive companion!
To be honest, I wasn't a sportswatch person before but now wearing it everyday for the last year, I am really impressed with it, both above and below the water. Do you own one as well?
Thanks for the review! It provided me with a lot of useful info for my next purchase!
Garmin MK3i 51mm is my favourite because it can do it all as a multisport smartwatch and is still a kick ass technical diving computer with air integration and crazy battery life. The dive readiness is a useful crossover of the smartwatch and dive computer features.
I've been toying between the Garmin MK3i and Shearwater Perdix 2 AI for my next computer.
i bought the mk3i with the integration unit. so great
Both are great, it's a hard choice.
It's a large screen vs. multisport features. All else both can do.
What are you currently using?
@@DIVEindotcom I've been diving a Suunto Zoop Novo which has been fine until now however I'm looking to for a computer that can do deco gasses too.
And now we have the Fenix 8 with dive support 😮
@@DIVEindotcom and I'd love see what happens with the Garmin Fenix 8 when it's dived deeper than 40m especially when the case is rated to more than double that, 10ATM or 90m.
Love the Shearwater Perdix 2! 🥰 I am on the brink of moving forward from recreational to technical diving and you can’t ignore the Perdix on this journey. 😎
Agreed. Anyone looking into technical diving should look at the Perdix 2.
Which dive computer are you currently using?
Loved this review. Started looking for a dive computer and the info in this review was really helpful. Thanks DIVEIN!
I have snorkeled a lot but new to diving in Florida this summer. This is something I want to keep doing. I'm retired now, so I now have time. I like the Sunnto Novo because of price and ease of going thru the settings. I loved the video, it's a great help for someone new. Thanks Rick D. Bronson Fl.
Thanks for the comment. I'm glad you found it useful.
Sounds like a nice retirement :) Where in Florida have you dive so far?
Great video. Garmin Mk3i would be the best choice for me.
I have a Cressi Donatello, it covers everything I need in my summer recrational dives. Can't ask for more!
That's the thing about the Cressi Donatello/Leonardo - it does what you need as a diver.
As a new diver all this new technology is a bit overwhelming, thanks you for your amazing videos…
I dive the Teric for more than 5 years now. It´s a great computer! It meets all my expectations!
Garmin MK3i is my favourite. You can basically do everything with it inside and outside the water, and it also has very long lasting battery and lots of customizable features.
I am very excited about the Peregrine TX. I came to this video because I purchased a full dive set of my own. I want to complete it with a nice dive watch. The Peregrine TX seems ideal for this purpose. It has a nice screen, is easy to use and has options to transition into basic tactical diving. Which I am already very excited about, and thinking about doing in the future. I want to thank you for creating this kind of great content. You guys are really helping the diving community move forward!
@diveindotcom Thank you guys, your amazing!
Been on the lookout for my first dive computer and this review helped! Peregrine TX checks almost all of my boxes as I can get basic customisation, large coloured screen and now AI and DC!
Share with a friend. Moving to a modern computer is amazing. Having AI and a bright screen is now affordable and available in many form factors. This video shows use the usability, visibly, and even battery life for each model. Well done!
I got a Leonardo in 2012, still have it, changed the battery 4-5 times, and the oring of the battery, doing like 10-15 dives a yaer, great buy.
I have the Garmin MK2i right now and I absolutely love it. It works so well as both a dive computer and everyday watch, and would definitely recommend it!
By far the Perdix 2 or Peregrine TX are my favorits
Shearwater is “my brand” to trust under water 💪🏻🙏🏻
Same!
That is awesome. Have you tried any of the other brands
@@hughesgardner6684 I work for a dive shop that carries many of the major brands. We try all the gear to be knowledgable in it.
Good enough for you?
@@hughesgardner6684- yes .. had suunto and cressi earlier …
Good overall review with very detailed differentiators helping with ‘Who is this computer for.’ I really liked that. Thanks for showing a wide variety of price points as well as highlighting readability. I have some older pucks and a Peregrine TX. The readability and ease of use on the Shearwaters is amazing and consistent across their entire line and I would buy another like a Perdix or Teric if I wanted to do more Tec diving. The actual battery life was a unique group test and some great data with a few big surprises. You also nailed why so many are hesitant on the Apple Watch - the lockout potential kept me away…. The subscription deters many unnecessarily, as you noted because if one dives a few times a year … and all in a one or two week period it’s a good deal economically. Also appreciated seeing the new Suunto as compared to Teric and MK3s…. Screen looks amazing, but your coverage of usability was very insightful. So many great choices. Did you notice any differences algorithmically/diversified time and deco response in their implementations? Thanks for such a thorough set of reviews.
Shearwater is my favorite brand: excellent design, quality build, flawless operation. Shearwater customer support ix unparalleled IMO.
Perdix 2 is my choice and Peregrine TX is my wife's.
Keep up the good work!
Very useful, thanks! Started diving last week and now I'm obsessed 😅 I'm considering getting the Apple Watch Ultra!
I’m new to diving, certified in June so I don’t own a computer yet but your video helped a great deal. I like the sunnuto and the peregrine. I can’t see buying the first computer due to its limitations. While it’s cheap it’s easily out grown and becomes a waste of money. Thanks for all your work
Welcome aboard! Where did you get certified?
Shearwater Peregrine Dive Computer is mine favourite. Love the design, the big information screen and the ease of use for me as a recreational diver.
In the bottom tier I understand taking the established values, but as a new diver I went with the astonishing aqualung i330r, which is holding its ground quite firmly offering also nitrox capabilities and free dive mode, while also having a colour screen and rechargeable battery.
But if I may dream, I would of course go for the Garmin Mk3i. The air integration I find is a big difference with the descent as well. I want to better my air consumption and therefore an air integrated watch would be very helpful to analyse at what moments my air consumption goes up. For that specific reason the Suunto Ocean has an important edge. It has air integration, cost considerably less, and is a sport watch all around. As I am a hiker and horseback rider, this is the one I am particularly saving for!
I subscribed to the newsletter as I certainly do appreciate the well tested reviews
My favorite computer is the Shearwater Perdix 2 because it has trimix capability and it has a bigger screen (getting older). It has all the functions that you could possibly want from dive computer (AI, compass, vibration alarm).
I have an old Oceanik Geo2 watch, the functionality of which I have slowly outgrown. I'm doing extended range deco dives with two nitrox mixes, but planning to start trimix courses soon.
I love my MKi3 mostly because I use a ton of the other activity features above water and the app is great for tracking *everything* you do as well as sleep and health data. It even estimates your DCS risk based on sleep / exercise recovery etc. Thanks for this.
I have the Garmin Descent G1(non-solar) - As someone moving towards either technical or divemaster it was a great choice (especially secondhand in great condition and very affordable). It's a big step up from my old Suunto Zoop (non-Novo! That old!).
The Descent G1 is awesome, like noted, above and below water. A close competitor to a traditional "smartwatch".
My problem and the reason I drrool over the Garmin MK3i 51mm? Presbyopia (I need reading glasses) - I just can't read the small screen fonts 1/2 the time. Having a bigger, better, brighter display will make a *huge* difference.
Ohhh, Air Integration too... like, duh! So journey progression will be towards Air Integration, and for a dedicated "smart watch" that does all of the tech diving plus everything else + air.... Clear winner for me.
Great video! Gracias!
Hey, have you had trouble with the Garmin Descent G1 reading it in low light conditions? or with the small buttons as he mentions in the video?
Doesn't it have like a light button as most wrist watches?
I personally have the peragrin TX and I love it. I always wanted the perdix 2 when I started diving, but was a bit above my budget at the time. When they came out wit h the TX.. I jumped on that since it had Ai and compass.. The screen is really bright as stated in the video. I highly recommend this computer for new divers. It's about $1100 with the pod and is amazing
Garmin MK3i is my favorite out of the lot! Got the chance to try it not to long ago, wish I had my own as it'd be so versatile between daily life (fitness + sports) and of course whenever I decide to dive (free or scuba). 🤞 Keep making these amazing videos, big fan!
Thanks, I'm glad you like the videos. Did you have it on a dive? What were your thoughts on that?
@@DIVEindotcom I did! A dive buddy lent me his for one, it just felt good on my wrist (not super bulky) + I like the layout of data on the display. UI Navigation was pretty easy as well.
@@suhantm Nice, that's a good dive buddy you have :)
Thanks for sharing.
@@DIVEindotcom I've been lucky! Same air consumption too haha 🤣
My favourite is the perdix 2. great computer for tecnical diving
Garmin MK3i is my favorite, I’ve been a Garmin user for over 7 years and I just love how dedicated they are to make better products that last for years
Would you recommend the Garmin MK3i to a beginner
@@hornelogan323 I wouldn't recommend the MK3i to anyone who doesn't do at least 30-50 dives a year mainly because of the price point. If money isn't a constraint then go for it or else there are cheaper options like the G1 series which is about 1/4 the cost. Hope I answered your question
Excellent job on the video!
Thank you! Which one is your favorite dive computer?
@@DIVEindotcom I have the non-AI Peregrine; love the unit. Less than a year after buying it...the TX comes out! Just my luck. I'll probably buy the TX and trans, and put the original in my wetsuit pocket for backup. The MK3i is fantastic I bet. The new fenix 8 will be a big hit for those divers who don't need/want AI.
Great video.I love my Teric as I get all the full features of a top of the line dive computer in a small watch sized computer. I also like the bright display and the built in compass.
Great video. My favorite is the Garmin Descent Mk3i 43mm because I dive all year round, both on vacation and in cold lakes and would use it very often.
It would also replace my Garmin Fenix 5 as an everyday watch to track my other activities like swimming, biking or running. And the Dive Computer/ watch can also record all the other activities that I do from time to time on vacation, such as skiing, sailing, windsurfing.
Since some of my dives are deeper than 40m and i do technical diving too, the Garmin Fenix 8 is unfortunately not sufficient, as it has better smartwatch features, but is unfortunately only sufficient for 40m
Thanks for sharing. And no dive features are a big minus on any device :)
What's the size compared to the mk3i 43 mm - do you know?
@@DIVEindotcom the size of the Fenix 8 compared ro mk3i, or my fenix 5? My fenix 5 is 47mm and Fenix 8 is available in 43, 47 and 51mm.
The Fenix 8 is obviously playing against the Apple Watch Ultra. In terms of diving they are kind of the same level with the 40m rating, no AI, no gas change. While Apple in my opinion is the better smartwatch, Garmin is more focussed on sports. So, the Fenix 8 has battery life on their side and especially no subscription model which makes it cheaper in the long run. And, as far as I know, they won’t lock you, if you drop below 40.
@@tokylein Yes, they are moving in on the smartwatch market, as Apple is moving in on the sports watch marked. It's an interesting move for Garmin.
@@SuperSteini89 We'll have to test the Fenix as well. It's a shallow limit, like teh Apple Ultra, but that might be the microphones having issues with the depth. Not sure.
Thanks for sharing!
Love my Perdix! Working on talking my wife / buddy to get the Peregrine to replace her flooded oceanic.
"Love my Perdix" - It's an easy thing to love.
If it's flooded it should be an easy sell?
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I love my MK3i with T2 transceiver. The only problem is that my wife is now really jealous. Looks like we'll be saving up to get one for her, too.
In addition to diving, I do a lot of mountain biking and trail running. So I needed a computer that doubles as a sports watch. I chose the Garmin brand because I previously owned one of their watches and was very satisfied with the performance and durability. The thing survived multiple MTB crashes over six years without so much as a scratch. I passed it on to a friend and it's still going strong.
I specifically chose the MK3i because of the large screen size, the color maps, the air integration, and the complete array of dive capabilities. I am not currently a tech diver, but I may choose to become certified as one in the future.
I want to have that functionality available in case I need it.
Thanks for the video, is the compass same responsive in both tern and peregrine?
Any advantage of amoled vs led display?
I have Teric, and i love it so much because it has a great screen. The size is not too bulky, but the function and features are very easy and intuitive.
Thanks for a great video! I think the best dive computer on this video is the Garmin Mk3i but at a high cost. It has everything anyone could need, from diving to above water activities, transmitter, good screen, and will last a very long time. My second choice would be the Suunto Ocean due to the transmitter, sports app, and also brightness screen. I’m a new diver and would definitely love to win my first dive computer!
Congrats. Great review. Waiting for part 2 including Scubapro G3.
As a diver just getting back into it after 30 years, I’m new to the computer age of diving so this video was a HUGE help in learning what would be best for me as an occasional sport diver with 60 year old eyes. The Perigrin would be my pick because it’s in my price range relative to my type of diving, and the large bright screen is a huge plus over monochrome screens. Especially diving in Midwest lakes with less than pristine visibility the screen and features would fit me nicely.
Great choice
Where would you place the Seac Screen?
Or the ScubaPro G2 and the ScubaPro Luna 2.0?
New to diving and looking to buy my first dive computer. Can’t decide if to splash out and get a smart watch combo or just get an entry level dive computer whilst I’m just starting out
Thank you for this review ! Shearwater Peregrine TX ! :)
Hello
Thank you so much for your comparison video. My favorite is the Shearwater Peregrine. I’m 64. I was certified in n 1987 by Naui. I dove a little bit back then then left it alone for many years. I recently took a refresher course in preparation for our trip to Curacao. Went there in July and I had 4 dives off of the Sandals boat. Needless to say I’m now hooked and cannot wait to dive again. Looking at a trip through our local dive shop to go to Cozumel. So…I’m in the market for gear. I’m going Saturday to pick up my bcd. I’d love an opportunity to have some of the gear you guys are testing. Please give this ole PawPaw a consideration for some of your gear. Again thank you so much for your thorough gear presentation.
Guy Menard.
Hi Guy,
Welcome back to the world of diving.
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very nice video well done ..i have a teric as a professional diving 3 times a day and the battery goes strong at least for a week
Amazing work! Thank you!
Thank you! Did you find a dive computer you could use?
As a recreational diver, I own the Cressi Donnatelo and for the price point I think it's a good choiche when geting into the dive world without breaking the bank and investing in other quality gear instead. It does everything I need at this moment. The one push button though... yeah, you need to get used to it.
I do however see the benefit of having an always on screen (OLED) as on the Cressi you have to always long-push the button for to light it up for those few seconds.
An integrated compass and possibility of air integreation seem like a good reason for a future upgrade. But the price entry for those devices at 600€... Ouch
For your next roundup, would be great if you could include the Cressi Raffaelo, Mares Sirius/Quad computers as well.
Thank you for all the great equipement tests, keep it up.
Biggest question, is it worth upgrading from an MK2i to the Mk3i if you are not going to use the wave messaging and are diving a T1 transmitter?
My dream is the MK3i. I currently use an Atmos mission2. Thoughts?
Shearwater Perdix 2 would be the choice for my next dive computer. I currently have the atmos mission 2 and really love it. Surface activities and a solid recreational dive computer. I am progressing towards technical diving and the added features or the perdix are what I need.
Apple Watch ultra, I love that I can use my everyday watch as dive computer and don’t need to spend money or think about taking stand alone dive computer with me.
Beside that, it’s really a best looking, user friendly and perfectly readable DC
Just the video I was looking for! So many options to choose from. Just finished my Advanced Open Water and I'm definitely going to do the rescue diving as well. So time for a computer for myself. Initially I was looking at the Suunto D5 (not in this video), but now I am curious about your opinion. Out of the options I think the Shearwater Tern TX or Garmin Descent G1 speaks to me the most: like to wear it as a daily watch as well and the integrated compass is a nice feature. Any thoughts? Cheers
Hello 😊 thank you for this accurate review. What do you think about iX3m2 Ratiocomputers?
Hi Paola,
We haven't tested the Ratio computers, but we've gotten a few comments on them, so we'll try and get them in the next test we do.
As I remember they have the tank pod that will change color depending on the remaining air?
Suunto in relation to price and quality seems better to me, but what do you think of Mares Smart?
Great Video. I like the size of the Tern and Tern TX but the screen of the Peregrine. I really enjoy seeing comparison videos. Hope to dive enough to justify a Teric or MK3i eventually.
Garmin MK3i presents my dive dreams - it s reliable, funktional and user friendly. Thank you for the video and I am go dreaming now.
Garmin- its a dream computer for sure.
The Garmin MK3i is a gadget and I don't know any really serious divers using it. The Perdix is the only one here worth considering. There is no way I'd be doing trimix or rebreather diving on the garmin - it is a toy. The screen isn't big enough, the buttons not large enough for hands in gloves etc. I just love all the "wannabees" who can't wait to spend their money, hahaha.
I would like the Suunto Ocean as it has gps and you can see the dive profile in 3D after the dive. I really hope they will add the compass feature while diving.
It's added now in the update. Works great.
Thanks for the video, comes right as I want to do my instructor course in a month
My favorit out of them all has to be the garmin descent mk3(i) as it has a beautiful bright screen, tracks sleep and hr, can receive messages and the torch for emergencies. I also love doing other sports as Football and Tennis and would love to use that thing for pretty much everything!
Since its launch I've been waiting for the mk2i to drop in price but it is still at around 1000€ which is way more than I can afford even tho it probably is absolut reasonable
Nice! Where are you doing your instructor course?
Perhaps, look at a second-hand Mk2i - they might drop in price ass some divers are looking to replace the mk3i
@@DIVEindotcom I am doing it on Madeira, the island I was born
Always on the lookout for them, already activated notifications whenever someone uploads the MK2i to ebay!
This computer is very nice but the "beautiful bright screen" is not so beautiful and bright actually...
Great video, congratulations for the professionalism and objectivity, I am attracted by the Garmin G1, even if the screen is small it still seems easy enough to read also for how the data is presented..
I have a Peregrine. It is a great dive computer, large display and great price and it is easy to download the logs and see them in the app. I like being able to see the data I want on the same screen without having to change screens. It is very easy to configure too. The Compass and AI is a really nice addition on the Peregrine TX. That would be my next one to get as a recreational diver.
Great review. Garmin mk3i - its just amazing
I like the shearwater peregrine because of the big screen and you able to grow into tech diving
Thank you so much for your hard work! Great video.
I'm looking at the garmin mk3i 51mm cause I think we need the best equipment for going under water.
the price though.... oh boy
and then there's the pod as well...
buying the mk3i is tricky cause I won't feel happy with my purchase for so much money and then see the mk4i
yes thats a negative thing on every expensive product, buy one, and you now the next generation will be there and be better. I would love to have the ecg feature like fenix 8. And propably an mk4 will have it :(
its great. buy it
Awesome video, thanks for the info. I’ve got the mk 3i absolutely love this thing. I think if it’s not air integrated is not a dive computer.
I still believe Garmin mk3i is unmatched but for some reason i do love to own the Suunto Ocean... Great reviews btw, thank you so much!
I think a lot of divers feel like this. I have an old love relationship with Suunto as they were all over when I started diving, so it's really great they are "back in the game".
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@@DIVEindotcom I do own the Suunto d5 and I am enjoying every dive and outing with it, with its amazing big screen and beautiful look, despite the terrible battery...
Love the options in the Shearwater Tern TX, but love the size and brightness of the Shearwater Peregrine TX.
I have been using Peregrine TX for a year now. I like it very much. I bought it primarily because of the screen, it is large and bright. In my opinion, Shearwater has the most convenient controls. Only 2 buttons, but they are 100% enough. You can set up everything you want to see. I was also satisfied with the price of Peregrine TX. I recommend it to everyone!
You definitely can not go wrong with a Shearwater dive computer. Is this Peregrine TX your first dive computer?
@@DIVEindotcom No, not the first. Previously I used a monochrome Suunto zoop
Great content 👌
What about Fenix8?
The garmin would definitely be my favourite to own, but I don't have one yet simply because of the price.
I have used and trust oceanic gear for many years, and would love to own one, and will begin to research it after watching the review.
My favorite dive computer is the Garmin G1 because it is also a great out of water fitness watch. For rec diving it is easy to use and a decent price.
Great video. The Garmin mk3i 51mm is the perfect dive computer for me. As a professional diver, I need a computer that can do everything, clear to read but also with a long battery life ! Nothing is more annoying than charging you computer every day especially when going on a liveaboard. Because I use it all the time, i prefer a watch computer that's why Garmin is what I need and if you ask gently it can do your early morning coffee 😂😂
As a diver looking at my first dive computer and one that I will use hope fully for years, as well as it tracking other things like swimming, I am torn between the Apple Watch and the Suunto ocean. However if I had money I would have chosen the MK3.
I think the Garmin MK3 would be my choice. Great reviews
Yes! Super keen on the Suunto ocean…
I have a Garmin G1 and love it. I’d love to get a shearwater teric or perdix 2 in the future and use the G1 as a backup. Love the AI capabilities on those two and the data integrations with subsurface.
Garmin MK3I - its in my wish list for now. Yep it’s expensive a bit, but have all in one for everything- is priceless 🥰
I would love to see a segment on top 5 dive computers that are easy to read and use for people that need glasses. After this video I think I will end up with the Peregrine TX. Great video Btw!
Thanks. It’s a great choice
I’m very interested in the Garmin Mk3i as a dive computer because of the different activity tracking. The ability to use the compass both above and below the water line. The ability save locations, link with the Garmin inReach to send and receive messages.
Good choice! It’s a really good one!
Thanks for a great and informative video. Went with the Suunto Ocean as the Garmin MK3i is out of my reach.
Garmin mk3i 51 is my favorite as it can be used also as daily watch! Messaging underwater is also very interesting option.
I think the Apple Watch is great for people who already wear an Apple Watch and only dive on vacation like myself. But also wanting to dive more and get into more technical diving the shearwater computers are awesome!
Has to be Garmin Mk3i (51mm) as it simply does everything so well
The battery life is amazing. The dive logging is so detailed, the usual, depth, bottom time etc. but so smuch more:
GPS coordinates of where you entered and where you exited the dive, water temp, gas consumption rate, and more and more.
Track your gym workouts, sleep patterns, runs, ... what doesn't it do 😄
... and I'm a regular Diveinn shopper 😉
I have never bought a dive watch computer - so I do not have an opinion to share. I am a cyclist and use a Garmin, so I like the idea of being familiar with the technology. I am scheduled to Dive Oct 19th and need to buy something this week. Please share opinions for New diver ... 😀
Apple Watch Ultra - I've dived it 7.5-8 hrs a day repetitive, in addition to wearing it in between, and charged it daily. No issues.I understand that is a bunch less than the others, but still reasonable. And it doesn't do everything, but I didn't buy it to be a dive computer; pleasantly surprised by how much I like it as one.
I love the simplicity of the Sunto novo. We just got these after diving with the gekko for 15 years. My only wish is it to have as big of a font as the gekko. Smaller fonts don't work with older divers.
Been looking looking at shearwater for a first dive computer but garmin also looks good
Great explanations, very clear, thank you very much!
Glad you enjoyed it!
This is great! My Suunto is over ten years old so maybe it’s time to upgrade. The sheer water and Garmin are two I’m gonna have to look into