2026 Scuba Diving Gear Guide

Our Annual Gear Guide covers everything a diver could want, including all the essential pieces of equipment to a variety of accessories that add convenience, fun or both to your dive adventures.

How to Choose a Dive Knife or Underwater Cutting Tool
Learn all about dive cutting tools, including types of devices, which ones are useful for different diving conditions and the best place to stow them while diving.
The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Haircare
Salt water can be brutal on your hair, but you don’t have to choose between great dives and healthy strands.

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ScubaLab Dive Computer Best Buy and Testers' Choice Spotlight: Aeris

Aeris dive computers took two of the top spots in ScubaLab's 2012 dive computer testing. Here we highlight two Aeris models that took away a Best Buy and a Testers' Choice prize.

ScubaLab Dive Computer Testers' Choice Spotlight: MARES

MARES dive computers took two of the top spots in ScubaLab's 2012 dive computer testing. Here we highlight two MARES models that took away the Testers' Choice prize in their categories.

60:Second ScubaLab - Cressi Supernova Dry Snorkel

The Supernova Dry snorkel from Cressi uses a 100 percent silicone mouthpiece and a corrugated breathing tube, and comes with a large, easy-to-clear purge valve on the bottom, and a completely dry top on the other end.

5 Things To Love About Owning Your Dive Gear

There are times when renting dive gear makes sense, but there are some excellent reasons for why you should purchase your own gear.

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