Mask recommendation

[soduh]

Hey guys, my dive partner is looking to upgrade her mask from an entry level boxy 2 pane model to a more low profile and preferably 1 pane. She doesn't have a ton of money to invest, but it doesn't have to be completely budget either. Anything that you have tried and liked that fits this criteria?

 

[Marie13]

Price doesn’t matter. Fit does. You might check out the masks from DGX or Mako, both have lower cost options.

 

[davehicks]

I really like the Atomic Frameless mask. Great fit for me, and excellent quality. I have two with prescription lenses added to them. My wife, who has high cheek bones and a more angular face got a new Atomic model called the Sub Frame. It seems to have been designed with smaller sized faces in mind. Works great for her.

 

[broncobowsher]

Fit first, how it fits your budget is second.
Doesn't matter how much it costs, if it doesn't fit right, you got the wrong one.

Having had both, I prefer the black skirts. Clear gets you no visibility, but a ton of useless glare.

The mention of Atomic, I have had good luck with them. The skirt being super pliable and more conforming than many others.

 

[scrane]

I like my Atomic Frameless and it is reputed to fit a variety of faces. Dive Gear Express has the similar DGX Gears Ultra View Frameless which a lot of people like and is less than 1/2 the price. But nothing beats trying masks at your local shop and doing them the courtesy of buying from them.
Yes, black skirt.

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[wetb4igetinthewater]

This is one case where going to your LDS makes sense to try different masks, as fit is critical. I hope this blog post helps: The mask test doesn’t work

 

[Boarderguy]

This is one case where going to your LDS makes sense to try different masks, as fit is critical. I hope this blog post helps: The mask test doesn’t work

Excellent, but you don't need to trim or lube your stache'. 99% of the time your upper lip is the lower seal for your mask and any reduced seal area isn't affected. Leaks occur more often from cheek hair than the caterpillar.

 

[Paul M]

Like everyone says, fit 1st, cost 2nd. Thats not to say you can't find a good fit within her budget.

What I would like to add is have a snorkel or reg in your mouth when fitting/checking a mask for a good seal. It changes your facial shape.

 

[BoltSnap]

What everyone else above said and emphasize black skirt not clear one in addition to no side windows.

 

[soduh]

Great! This is helpful. We were definitely going to check our local shop. They just have a pretty limited selection as they're moving more into archery in order to keep the doors open. Thanks y'all.