Gear Reviews
Buying guides and reviews for dive, snorkel and photography gear, by Simon and Mads.
Snorkel gear
Masks, fins and sets for the surface
Best Snorkel Gear for 2026: A Marine Biologist's Guide
The best snorkeling gear for 2026: snorkel mask, fins, swimwear, kids' set and full-face mask, picked by marine biologist Simon Pierce.
Best Snorkel Mask for 2026: Marine Biologist Review
A marine biologist reveals the best masks for snorkeling in 2026, with snorkeling mask reviews of Cressi, TUSA, Aqua Lung, Hollis, SeaDive, Scubapro and more.
Best Snorkel Fins for 2026
A marine biologist reveals the best fins for snorkeling in 2026: stealth power fins, casual easy-kick fins and compact travel fins for snorkeling.
Best Freediving Fins for 2026
A marine biologist picks the best freediving fins for 2026: soft long blades for wildlife, beginner plastic fins, and fiberglass and carbon fins for depth.
Best Kids Snorkel Sets for 2026: A Marine Biologist's Guide
Marine biologist Simon Pierce and Mads pick the best kids snorkel sets for 2026, plus flotation vests, sun suits and other snorkel gear for kids.
Best Full-Face Snorkel Mask for 2026: Marine Biologist Review
Best full-face snorkel masks for 2026, reviewed by marine biologist Simon Pierce. Our top picks, and what to know about CO2 safety.
Best Prescription Snorkel Mask 2026: A Marine Biologist's Guide
We've picked the best prescription snorkel masks for 2026 by Promate, TUSA and Cressi. Bifocal, full-face, stick-ons, inserts, extensive FAQs and DIY tips.
Scuba gear
What we dive with, piece by piece
Best Dive Gear for 2026: A Marine Biologist's Guide
The best scuba gear for 2026, picked by marine biologist Simon Pierce: top dive computer, mask, fins, BCD, regulator and full-face mask picks.
Best Scuba Masks for 2026
A marine biologist reveals the best masks for diving in 2026, with reviews of the best scuba masks from Cressi, Hollis, ScubaPro and Octomask for GoPro.
Best Dive Fins for 2026
Best dive fins for 2026, picked by marine biologist and divemaster Dr Clare Prebble. Top picks for all-round diving, travel, cold water and full-foot fins.
Best Dive BCDs for 2026
Best dive BCDs for 2026, reviewed by marine biologist Simon Pierce after 1000+ dives. Top picks: Cressi Travelight, Zeagle Ranger and modular BCDs.
Best Scuba Regulator for 2026
A marine biologist reveals the best scuba diving regulator for 2026, with regulator reviews on the latest Apeks, Scubapro and Aqua Lung regs, and more.
Best Full-Face Dive Mask for 2026: A Marine Biologist's Guide
Best full-face dive masks for 2026, reviewed by marine biologist Dr Clare Prebble. Compares Ocean Reef and OTS models, comms options and prescription lenses.
Dive computers
Buying guide, reviews and comparisons
Best Dive Computers for 2026
Discover the BEST Dive Computers of 2026, handpicked by a marine biologist. In-depth reviews on Shearwater, Garmin and more, from tech picks to budget options.
Shearwater Peregrine and Peregrine TX Dive Computer Review [2026]
Shearwater Peregrine review: the Peregrine TX adds air integration and a compass to the most popular dive computer. How it compares to the original.
Shearwater Tern and Tern TX Review [2026]
Shearwater Tern review: Shearwater's compact AMOLED dive watch, and the Tern TX that adds air integration and a compass. What's good, what isn't, who it suits.
Shearwater Teric Dive Computer Review [2026]
Shearwater Teric review: watch-style dive computer with AMOLED display and air integration. By a marine biologist, with user reviews from divers who own one.
Shearwater Perdix 3 and Perdix 2 Review [2026]
Shearwater Perdix 3 review, plus our Perdix 2 review: what the new AMOLED screen changes, what stays the same, and which Perdix to buy.
Shearwater Peregrine vs Tern vs Perdix Compared
Shearwater Peregrine vs Tern vs Perdix, including the Peregrine TX, Tern TX and Perdix 3, compared by a marine biologist. Which one suits you?
Gifts
For the divers in your life
