viceroy
Contributor
Well I've just splashed out and bought myself a dive computer.
When i first qualified my instructor mentioned to us that the best computers to use because they followed the PADI dive tables closest were the Aladdin and Suunto computers.
I took a look at a few models of both types and didnt like the Aladdin range for their massive size. I wanted something compact that did everything I could ever want it to do.
I finally decided it was going to be either a Suunto Vyper or a Suunto Stinger, as both these computers support Air, Nitrox, and have a Free/Guage mode for more technical diving. I eventually decided on the Stinger because it is compact, easy to use (took me 15 minutes to learn all the functions and settings), and I got it at an excellent price ($128 below retail of $641) and also because it came with some bragging rights.
I've made a few dives now and am totally happy with it. It's easy to read underwater, its instructions are easy to follow.
I'm glad I got what I did
When i first qualified my instructor mentioned to us that the best computers to use because they followed the PADI dive tables closest were the Aladdin and Suunto computers.
I took a look at a few models of both types and didnt like the Aladdin range for their massive size. I wanted something compact that did everything I could ever want it to do.
I finally decided it was going to be either a Suunto Vyper or a Suunto Stinger, as both these computers support Air, Nitrox, and have a Free/Guage mode for more technical diving. I eventually decided on the Stinger because it is compact, easy to use (took me 15 minutes to learn all the functions and settings), and I got it at an excellent price ($128 below retail of $641) and also because it came with some bragging rights.
I've made a few dives now and am totally happy with it. It's easy to read underwater, its instructions are easy to follow.
I'm glad I got what I did