Test divers found a lot to like about the OCI — from its data display and presentation to its backlight — and several considered it perhaps the most stylish of the wristwatches. Read why the Oceanic OCI is our Testers’ Choice in it's category.
The Icon’s new dive display is even better than before, with streamlined data presentation and improved use of the Icon’s colors. There’s still one-touch access to a dive-profile graphic, but now it intrudes less on other dive data. Read why the Mares Icon HD is our Testers’ Choice in this category.
Today you can find a computer just as compact and complex — and, fortunately, just as simple — as you’d like. ScubaLab tried out 12 new and redesigned wristwatch, wrist-mount and console models — first with our test divers at Blue Grotto cavern in Williston, Florida, then at the University of Southern California Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber. Read on for our reviews of each model and a summary of test procedures.
Hoist the Rangi Roller, and you’ll notice it’s a little hefty — the heaviest roller carry-on we tested. It’s also packed full of features we like. The rigid sides and back combine with a padded front flap to offer excellent protection for your camera or laptop. Read more on why the Rangi Roller is our Testers’ Choice.
Overall, this bag delivers the kind of ruggedness and clarity of design we’re looking for in a go-anywhere dive bag. It’s our Testers’ Choice in the full-size roller bag category.
A well-designed, well-made jumbo bag with a budget-friendly price tag, the Cressi Cargo is ScubaLab's Best Buy.
A new rip-stop fabric makes SCUBAPRO’s Evertec LT Drysuit lighter and more comfortable, without sacrificing the durability demanded by active cold water-divers.
The ScubaLab team of test divers evaluated each computer in seven ergonomic performance areas and four dive simulations in a hyperbaric chamber. Learn how the 12 dive computers were compared in these areas and features.
Everything about the MK21/S560’s performance would lead you to expect bigger numbers after the dollar sign. Test divers liked its smooth, almost-effortless performance. The light-weight second stage is easy on the mouth, and the purge is smooth and sure. For delivering unmatched performance at a midrange price, the MK21/S560 is our Best Buy.