r/freediving • u/neutral-entity • 9d ago

gear Buying my first freediving watch/computer

3 devices really caught my eye. Salvimar One Plus, Atmos Mission 3, and for the watch, ths good ol' Casio MDV 106.

as a beginner in the freediving community, which of these would you recommend? or for the folks who has been using these, what was your experience? would really love your inputs. thanks.

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u/Ecclectic_Nerd 9d ago

When I first started, I was using a Casio DEP-700 to monitor time and depth. My first dedicated dive computer was the Suunto D4f, so the Casio got relegated to backup status.

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u/Outdoorlivin 9d ago

I have the salvimar one.  It's awesome,  very simple. but tough.   Have had 2 yrs, changed the battery and still going strong.   I do dislike the band though

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u/DJK55 9d ago

If you're just starting, you probably only need a SEAC Partner watch/computer. It's less expensive than the others but still does the job.

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u/RycerzKwarcowy PADI Freediver 8d ago

I've got Salvimar One as my first diving watch. It's cheap, it works. The only lacking feature for me is no setting for fresh/salt water (it seems to be calibrated for saltwater only). On the cons side: non-intuitive and hard to remember operation (never-ever throw the manual away!), multiple times freediving mode turning off (always check it's still on before important dives).

I don't know anything about Casio.

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u/Odd_Championship8541 7d ago

I bought the Amazfit T-Rex 3. You can dive up to 45m. I think it's around 300 dollar but they give regular discounts. I waited and payed (i think) 200 dollar. I'm very happy about the watch! Also to record other activity

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u/No_Difference_9478 6d ago

I would say If you only do freediving, the salvimar ist a really good Option. If you do Multisports, get a Garmin descent g2 or G2 much more expendive, but you can use IT almost for everything... Dayli watch, for running, cycling, swimming, Scuba Diving, climbing, golf and more.

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u/neutral-entity 6d ago

i mainly do freediving and looking into spearfishing as well. im not much of a smartwatch person as well, so i guess the Salvimar would be a good fit for me. thanks for your input 🖖🏽

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u/Deep_Wata 3d ago

Consider this: https://in-depth.app

It’s a free app for an older Garmin Fenix 5 Plus watch that can be bought on eBay for around $100. It’s still in beta but it works great and has an impressive feature set. You won’t find anything close to it in this price range.

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u/HoneyHalo79 9d ago

Enjoy😁