Best Dive Computers of 2026

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Last Updated:  
November 26, 2025
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Divemaster Austin

People always ask us, “what is the one piece of dive gear I should buy first?”

Our answer is always the same: a dive computer!

Every diver should have their own dive computer and know how to use it.

You should really never rely on someone else to keep track of your dive limits and safety.

You can always get away with renting the fins, BCD, and almost everything else from your dive center, but you always want the monitoring of your depth and no-deco times, etc, to be your responsibility.

So what’s the best dive computer for you?

There are a lot of dive computers out there, and this guide is designed to make it easy to find your best possible match, based on your budget, skill level, and the type of diving you plan to do.

If you can’t find something perfect for you here, we don’t know where else you will!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Austin Tuwiner

I'm a PADI Divemaster based in South Florida. With nearly 10 years of diving experience, I have accumulated the knowledge to help readers become better divers, buy their next piece of gear, and plan their dream dive vacation! Please reach out to me if you have any questions.