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Since America has begun to launch its Space Force and the military has admitted that it has been studying the “Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon,” which may turn out to be visitors from space, it can be easy to forget that one of the most alien territories is right in our backyard: the ocean. The right gear is required for a scuba dive just as it is for exploring the vacuum of space. The success or failure of this equipment is critical for scuba divers, and that is why we put together our list of the top ten best ScubaPro products that you can buy today.
The ScubaPro Product FAQ
1. Who Is ScubaPro?
ScubaPro is a top manufacturer of underwater gear and equipment. Their reputation is unparalleled in their field. Many divers specifically seek out ScubaPro items due to their high quality and cutting-edge tech.
2. How Long Has ScubaPro Been Operating?
Gustav Dalla Valle founded ScubaPro in the United States in 1963. Since then the company has produced many items that have only evolved with the times and current technology. Their storied history adds much credibility to the quality of their products.
3. Where Can I Buy ScubaPro Gear?
You can find ScubaPro gear at most dive shops since it is so highly regarded. However, we have saved you the effort of browsing your local store by providing links to each item that made our top ten. Simply click the links after each entry and you’ll be taken right to the Amazon page for that item.
How We Reviewed
Each item that made this article beat out a long list of competitors equipment. We wanted to provide you examples of most all the items you will need to go on a dive (besides a regulator, since we know many of our readers are interested in snorkeling and free diving). The items that made our list were evaluated according to their durability, comfort, price point, their pros, their cons and what sort of warranty they came with.
Overall Price Range
The overall price for these pieces of equipment varies over quite a range. This is because items like dive rattle are much cheaper than entire computer systems. You can expect to pay upwards of $1600 for a dive computer equipped with a head’s up display, but you can receive a dive bag for around $40. Items like wet suits fall in the middle of this range, tending to cost around $400.
What We Reviewed
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ScubaPro Galileo HUD w/Transmitter
- ScubaPro for Go Pro Mask Mount
- ScubaPro Regulator Tech Dive Bag
- ScubaPro 2.5mm/0.5mm Unisex Hooded Vest
- ScubaPro Shaker
- ScubaPro Men’s Everflex Steamer 3/2mm Wetsuit
- ScubaPro Jet Sport Open Heel Scuba Diving Fins
- ScubaPro Mako Titanium Dive Knife for Scuba Diving, Snorkeling or Water Sports
- ScubaPro Profile 2.5mm Shorty
- ScubaPro Spectra Low Volume 2 Window Dive Mask
ScubaPro Galileo HUD w/Transmitter
Features
Receiving real time and accurate information from your dive computer is absolutely essential for certain underwater adventures. The ScubaPro Galileo HUD Hands-Free Computer with Transmitter provides just this. This device attaches to your mask to provide real-time data displayed at a virtual distance of 1 meter in front of you.
The knob control makes it easy to scroll to the appropriate information that you require. It is somewhat similar to navigating an old iPod with a wheel control. We found the full color OLED display to be both attractive and easy to read.
We also loved how easily the screen hinged up and away from our vision. This was helpful for quickly putting away the screen after a dive and when we were in an environment where seeing the whole picture was more advantageous than the data we received. That said, the display is not too distracting when it is engaged. It strikes the right balance between being easy to read and allowing you to keep in visual contact with your surroundings.
Pros
- Easy to read display
- Provides essential dive data without being distracting
- Intuitive knob control design
Cons
- Fairly expensive equipment
- Needs to be signed for upon delivery due to high value
Price $$$
Where to Buy
Warranty
This product comes with a two-year warranty.
ScubaPro for Go Pro Mask Mount
Features
We love it when the Pros team up. In this case, ScubaPro has partnered with GoPro to provide an ideal mask mount for the hardy little camera. For less than the price of a steak, you can own a mount that allows you to share your most epic diving experiences with your friends and followers. You do need a dual lenses mask for this item to attach, but ScubaPro provides many of these products.
We were impressed with just how securely the GoPro mounted to the mask. It would be a tragedy to lose such an important piece of gear to an underwater ravine.
Price $
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Scubapro Regulator Tech Dive Bag
Features
Scuba gear is almost always high tech, and therefore it can sometimes be fragile. Pieces like regulators need to be protected in transport so that you are not left without their services on a dive. That is why ScubaPro has manufactured their Regulator Tech Dive Bag. This dive bag provides additional padding to ensure that your gear makes it safely back and forth between storage and use.
We found the 150D polyester interior lining to be highly durable. The double slider zippers eliminated the type of frustration you can encounter when trying to zip up an overpacked suitcase. Both the handle and the shoulder strap are padded on the ScubaPro Regulator Tech Dive Bag, making it comfortable to carry.
This product comes in two versions, the more modern Reg Plus model and the handsome Vintage model. The Vintage version will run you a little more, but many people prefer its aesthetics.
Price $
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ScubaPro 2.5mm/0.5mm Unisex Hooded Vest
Features
When it comes to exploring the blue depths, you do not want to be caught in the cold. That is why the ScubaPro 2.5mm/0.5mm Unisex Hooded Vest is such an essential piece of dive equipment. Made for any gender to use, this dive vest comes in many sizes. It is easy to don and remove, and it dries quickly.
We found this product essential for proving extra warmth over the torso. The additional covering over the head is a real lifesaver as well since much of the heat that people lose is through their heads. If you have ScubaPro steamers, or are planning on purchasing them, it is good to know that this product is specifically designed to be layered with them.
Price $$
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Scubapro Shaker
Features
Communication is key to most human activities. Signing can help to alert other divers to interesting (or dangerous) fish, but signing is ineffective if you cannot get your partner’s attention. That is where the ScubaPro Shaker comes in.
The ScubaPro Shaker is a tiny but essential device. Give it a shake and it will produce a loud rattling that will be sure to turn heads even underwater. We found its operating highly intuitive. It clips easily to your BC, and it adds nearly no extra weight or encumbrance.
If you are concerned that it will produce unintended sound, worry not. The ScubaPro shaker includes a magnetic end-stopper that keeps the device from rattling when you are not intentionally shaking it.
Price $
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Scubapro Men’s Everflex Steamer 3/2mm Wetsuit
Features
A wetsuit is an absolutely essential piece of gear for diving. This model is made entirely from Everflex neoprene with is highly durable and comfortable. It will keep you warm even in cold waters. The wetsuit is strategically designed with different levels of thickness to give you mobility where you need it and extra warmth where flexibility does not matter as much.
It is impressive how few seams that ScubaPro managed to get away with in this wetsuit. It is one of the most comfortable wetsuits on the market. This suit was created with solvent-free water-based glue, meaning it is both diver and environmentally friendly. ScubaPro was the first in the industry to implement this sort of eco-friendly material.
Pros
- Keeps you warm without sacrificing flexibility
- Eco-friendly construction
- Comfortable against bare skin
- Can be combined with the ScubaPro hooded vest for extra warmth
Cons
- Some sizes may cost more than others
- Only comes in black
Price $$
Where to Buy
Scubapro Jet Sport Open Heel Scuba Diving Fins
Features
Exploring underwater environments is much more fun if you can spend less effort kicking and more mental energy appreciating your surroundings. That is why ScubaPro Jet Sport Open Heel Scuba Diving Fins are so essential. These powerful, high performance blade fins maximize the propulsion you get out of your kicks. We found that these fins made a swimmer both powerful and agile.
ScubaPro has included drag reducing vents which minimize the resistance you feel with less advanced diving fins.
Pros
- Adds power and agility to a swimmer
- Foot pockets are ergonomically designed
- Vents reduce drag for a smoother swim
Cons
- Price varies based on color preference
Price $
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Scubapro Mako Titanium Dive Knife for Scuba Diving, Snorkeling or Water Sports
Features
ScubaPro covers just about every piece of equipment you could need for a wide variety of diving sports. The ScubaPro Mako Titanium Dive Knife for Scuba Diving, Snorkeling or Water Sports provides the perfect tool for cutting through rope or fileting fish. Heck, this knife even comes with a bottle opener so you can pop open a cold one to go along with your freshly fileted fish.
This knife is lightweight, durable, rust-resistant, and strong enough for nearly all underwater cutting tasks. After all, it is made from titanium.
Pros
- Titanium blade is lightweight and strong
- Provides both a serrated and straight edge
- Comes with a bottle opener for post-dive celebrations
Cons
- One-handed release may allow it to release too easily
Price $$
Where to Buy
Scubapro Profile 2.5mm Shorty
Features
Not all dives take place in frigid waters. Sometimes the right dive suit for the job is a “shorty,” a suit that covers the diver down to their knees and up to their elbows. ScubaPro Profile 2.5mm Shorty is durable, and constructed of comfortable, fast-drying N2S neoprene. It zips in the back and has a collar line that is the epitome of dive suit comfort. Thankfully its seam is of the flatseam type to prevent chafing.
Pros
- Flatseam prevents chafing even after much wear
- Neoprene is comfortable and quick-drying
- Ideal collar line and cut
Cons
- Colder dives require thicker suits
- Only comes in black and white
Price $$
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Scubapro Spectra Low Volume 2 Window Dive Mask
Features
The dive mask is one of the most overlooked items when it comes to gearing up for a dive. Sure, everyone knows they need one, but many are under the illusion that any piece of see-thru material will provide the same visual quality to their dive. However, it turns out that using a high quality mask can transform your otherwise blurry experience into a cinematic one.
The ScubaPro Spectra Low Volume 2 Window Dive Mask provides excellent clarity, which is essential for your fun and safety underwater. We found that this mask can be easily adjusted to provide the perfect fit. The lenses are mirrored to provide a glare-free scope of your environment.
Pros
- Provides crystal clear views of your surroundings
- High durability for a reasonable price point
- Easy to adjust
- Comes in many color options
Cons
- Should not be cleaned with abrasive products
Price $$
Where to Buy
The Verdict
No one piece of ScubaPro equipment will provide all that you need to dive. Each piece works in concert to adjust you to the alien environment which occupies the majority of our planet. If we had to pick what we consider to be the most essential, highest quality ScubaPro item, we have to award the ScubaPro Spectra Low Volume 2 Window Dive Mask first place. This piece of gear so drastically enhances your experience that we are surprised anyone puts up with blurry masks at all.
