DiverDownD3
Contributor
Hi @Nodeist
As @uncfnp wrote, I would suggest learning a little about decompression algorithms prior to making your computer purchase. Most 1st dive computers will have very similar features, the decompression algorithm will be one difference you may want to take into account. This is a topic generally ignored in OW training
I'm currently reading Deep Into Deco by Asser Salama and I'm learning a lot. Not really the type of book that you sit down and read like a fiction novel, but I'm enjoying learning the history of how we got to where we are today.
As far as computers are concerned. I started out with a one button Mares puck. It was fine for awhile, but the whole one button scrolling got pretty dang annoying after awhile. Especially when you are going through the Logbook section.
Another thing that shouldn't be overlooked is the ability for the computer to be bungee mounted (if you are going with a wrist computer). Either look for one that already has it built in or one you can buy an adapter from DSS. Bungee mounts have a couple advantages. Easier to take on/off. 2 bungee cords give you some redundancy. And personally, I like the computer to be more on my forearm than my wrist, hard to do that with a traditional watch strap. Just a thought.