Looking to get First Dive Computer

[ergo46]

Hello, I am planning to buy all my own gear very soon. Money is not a major issue currently. I currently very much like the Mares Icon HD and the Liquivison Lynx because of the Color LED screens. The Mares Icon HD only has the battery life issue so I am kinda going away from it. Do you guys have any other suggestions or comments on the computers I like?

 

[H20man]

Don't know much about the ones you like but I have a new never been wet Suunto Vyper dive computer that I'm selling on this forum that I'm sure you'll like a lot.
It's got air and Nitrox so when you advance there will be no need to purchase another for a while.

 

[bbarnett51]

A few questions. What type of diving? Are you planning on using a backup spg?

 

[cbm32]

If money is not a major issue currently, live like it IS and it may NEVER be

Soooo many used dive computers available at pennies on the dollar, I doubt I will ever buy a new one.

 

[Dr. Lecter]

Shearwater Petrel, though if you want to mess with AI instead of just getting a good SPG, go right ahead and give that Liquivision a beta test.

 

[supergaijin]

My advice is to stay away from 'bling' and get a simple, workhorse computer such as those in the Suunto line: I personally dive with a Gecko (most basic). We use Zoop for rentals.

Must have's for me:
Nitrox,
Big screen,
User replaceable batteries,
Intuitive menu function.

Good to have:
Average depth,
Back light/luminescent screen,
Replaceable scratch guard,