Freedive computer - large digits

[frank merrritt]

Hello

I am looking for a simple, inexepensive computer / watch that has large, clear digits, especially for live dive time. Any thoughts?

Thanks

Frank

 

[Scott Valentine]

I tried a number of inexpensive watches/computers before finally giving up on the 'inexpensive' part and settling on a Garmin Descent.

 

[Mr. X]

For analogue dive watches, I found Seiko self-winding Dive watches good. I have 2 currently: one with a steel bracelet, rated to 200m is, ironically, I find too nice/expensive to dive with! The other one is simpler, half the price, rated to 100m, with a tough black woven nylon strap - I wear it every day! Mine have very good passive luminous markings which show up well against the black face; in water or in bed when the light is off! . Even with my diminished eye sight

I used to use several inexpensive Seiko 5 waterproof watches, rated to 30m. Mechanical self winders. They worked OK and remained sealed but wore out eventually.

Before that, I used several cheap plastic Casio dive watches . Surprisingly adequate for spearfishing. Their plastic straps eventually fail but cheap, woven nylon "NATO"- style straps make superior replacements . Also, they have batteries that need be replaced every year or two, then their thin rubber seal needs to be handled carefully. I ended up replacing some of the batteries myself. The cheap Casio watches eventually wear out but then you can salvage parts from them! I have 4 or 5 old ones in a drawer!

 

[Captladner]

I settled for a Sunto F4i it has a large face and has all the info for freediving. I have other for scuba. There’s another model for both and is just a little more. Think I paid around 500$

 

[hydroid]

I've been using a Mares Smart Apnea for a couple of years now. I can see the numbers with my aging eyes, and it is pretty simple to me. Hope this helps.

 

[Joan]

Hello

I am looking for a simple, inexepensive computer / watch that has large, clear digits, especially for live dive time. Any thoughts?

Thanks

Frank

Sure! If you're looking for a simple and affordable dive computer or watch with big, clear numbers—especially for tracking your dive time live—I’d personally recommend the Suunto ZOOP NOVO.

I’ve been using it for a while, and here’s why I think it could work for you:

The digits are nice and chunky—really easy to read underwater, even with a quick glance. Perfect for keeping an eye on your dive time and depth. Besides, buttons are straightforward, the menu isn’t complicated, and it does everything you need for recreational dives (air, nitrox, freedive mode). Great if you don’t want anything overly techy. Moreover, it’s one of Suunto’s more affordable models, but still totally reliable. Doesn’t break the bank!

One thing to note—it doesn’t connect to your phone wirelessly. You’ll need a USB cable to download your dive logs to a computer. But if that’s not a dealbreaker, it’s a solid little device.

You can check out the full details here:
[Suunto ZOOP NOVO Official Page](https://us.suunto.com/products/suunto-zoop-novo-black)

Happy diving!

 

[Joan]

Sure! If you're looking for a simple and affordable dive computer or watch with big, clear numbers—especially for tracking your dive time live—I’d personally recommend the Suunto ZOOP NOVO.

I’ve been using it for a while, and here’s why I think it could work for you:

The digits are nice and chunky—really easy to read underwater, even with a quick glance. Perfect for keeping an eye on your dive time and depth. Besides, buttons are straightforward, the menu isn’t complicated, and it does everything you need for recreational dives (air, nitrox, freedive mode). Great if you don’t want anything overly techy. Moreover, it’s one of Suunto’s more affordable models, but still totally reliable. Doesn’t break the bank!

One thing to note—it doesn’t connect to your phone wirelessly. You’ll need a USB cable to download your dive logs to a computer. But if that’s not a dealbreaker, it’s a solid little device.

You can check out the full details here:
[Suunto ZOOP NOVO Official Page](https://us.suunto.com/products/suunto-zoop-novo-black)

Happy diving!

rmation, I strongly recommend you to view this page: https://us.suunto.com/products/suunto-zoop-novo-black

 

[fabikp]

I've been using a Mares Smart Apnea for a couple of years now. I can see the numbers with my aging eyes, and it is pretty simple to me. Hope this helps.

Hello, Hydroid, I have read manual for Mares Smart Apnea and it stated that "pre-dive" mode must be set before every dive, and if you don´t immerse under 1.2 meter in 3 minutes it would be automaticaly set back to "time" mode. Is it correct? Thanks for answer, Pavel

Quotation from the manual:

"- If you remain in pre-dive for longer than 3 minutes without pressing any button, Smart will revert to normal watch function.- It is recommended to put Smart into predive before submerging. Not doing so can lead to a delay of up to 20s in Smart monitoring the dive."

 

[hydroid]

Mine goes into dive mode on it's own and stays that way for maybe 30 mins after diving before returning to time mode, I don't have to do anything.