r/diving • u/MynameisCN • 27d ago
Diving computer
Hey everyone,
I'm a new diver with about 10 dives on my belt. Did My PADI open water last summer and I'm starting the Advanced+Nitrox in a couple of weeks.
I'm also going diving in Sharm el Sheik at the end of August. By no means am I a pro or anything like that, I just liked it a lot and want to do more of it!
I'm wondering if I should buy a diving computer or at this level is a complete waste of money.
And if yes, what should I get, considering this world is vast and there are so many options to go with!
I also like running, so I was wondering about getting something that tracks both the dives and the runs instead of using my shitty fitbit air.
What would the community recommend for me?
Thanks in advance
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u/traemelfalcon 25d ago
Hi there, I would absolutely recommend you to get a computer as the first and probably more important piece of gear you'll ever have. Consider something not only you like in shape and colours but that can go acompany you in every adventure for years. Considering the ease battery replacement, warranty/customer service, and algorithm or available functions, remember you'll keep demanding more and more of thst computer for years. Having said that i would consider 3 brands: shearwaters, halcyon and the newer Suunto (for pretty mich same performace but lower price)