First dive computer

[Straegen]

If you want a deal on a console go with a used Oceanic Pro Plus II at Leisure Pro:

Oceanic Pro Plus 2, Air/Nitrox, Air Integrated Computer, with Compass & Quick Disconnect

Shop through Bing and you get 10% cash back. About the best deal going IMO.

For a wrist computer, I like the Mares Puck for simplicity and can often be found around $200. Oceanic Veo has a long history and the 3 is a good solid choice. Zeagle N2ition 3 is also a feature filled computer. The original N2ition wasn't anything special and a rehash of another brand but this version is a definite improvement.

I love the look of the Aladins but they don't have user replaceable batteries so I avoided them, but they are a good computer otherwise.

As for wrist mount versus console. If you will only dive your regulator, a console is a great choice but if you travel or sometimes rent a regulator get a wrist computer. Wrist computers are far more flexible in that regard.

 

[Tortuga68]

With 0-24 dives, why are people telling him to buy an SPG or console - does he have his own regs? And why does he need a 'less conservative' computer? I still use a Suunto Vyper for rec dives, it's fine, same algorythym as the Gekko

I'm guessing when he said gauge he meant depth gauge

OP feel free to chime in here

 

[smartdog126]

Does gekko tell u the depth?

 

[smartdog126]

I don't have anything yet but I've rented and I know which I'd like to buy I am just not sure which computer i love the balance bcd and reg I'm looking at the Titan lx

 

[Straegen]

Gekko will tell you depth, temp, bottom time, etc. The only thing it doesn't tell you is how much air is in your tank. You will need an SPG for that if you go with a Gekko. That is similar to mine (and many others) setup. I like a larger glass SPG:

Highland Millworks Brass and Glass SPG Module

 

[tomboyy]

Vyper 2 and glass and brass spg will provide you with all your diving needs, including a digital compass.

 

[Bappelt]

I don't have anything yet but I've rented and I know which I'd like to buy I am just not sure which computer i love the balance bcd and reg I'm looking at the Titan lx

This is the combo SPG and Gekko for $300. It would go well with the BCD and reg you're looking at.

Suunto "Gekko" Air/Nitrox 2 Gauge Computer Console

 

[smartdog126]

Ya it's nice I would have to go an take a look at it see how I like the interface

 

[eponym]

Consider Suunto's recently introduced Zoop, which is essentially an upgrade of the Gekko. It adds downloading of dives to your computer. And a sporty yellow frame.

 

[smartdog126]

Idc about the computer I have a mac not pc an don't think u can do that on macs