Inexpensive Dive Computers??? Any Help?

[ScoobyPat]

DarkHorse, I faced the same decision a few weeks ago and looked at all the pros and cons of the inexpensive computers. I ended up buying the Suunto Favor S, because it is the only one on your list that provides me with audible alarms, has a backlit, flourescent display and most importantly has a good reputation and displays all the info that I need.

It was a close call between the Veo 100 and Favor S. If you not planning on doing Nitrox anytime soon, I'd recommend it.

 

[ronrosa]

Suunto has a new computer called the Gekko. Basically it's a Vyper minus the backlight and pc download capability.

Sportextreme.com a European online store has them for $230 U.S. dollars, $18 shipping. Suunto is a European company so not many U.S. stores have the Gekko yet.

LeisurePro has the Gekko for $314 which is ridiculous since they sell the Vyper for $300. Just a matter of time before LeisurePro lowers their price. Right now they are taking advantage of being one of the few U.S. stores selling the Gekko.

 

[cableman]

You might want to think about the mares m1 rgbm. It is there newest model. It has the latest algorythims( spelling is my life), air , nitrox, bottom timer, backlighted, and it is downloadable. You can get them for about $325. It is wrist mount, or they are coming out with the console this month I think. Anyway that is my two cents. Hope it helps. Good Luck!!!!!!!!

 

[Texas Diver]

Hi Darkhorse:

I understand the confusion you are having about which computer to buy. I am confused too. And I need to buy two of them. But after reading about 50 posts on this Board and researching dive computers on the Internet I am going to buy the Suunto Vyper. It looks like the best buy for the buck.