Helping divers make informed choices about training, skills, safety, and gear.

Scuba Gear Advice: Guides, Tiers, and Smart Decisions

Use this hub to make confident gear choices. Compare buying vs renting, plan purchases that match your diving, follow tiered recommendations, and use detailed buying guides when you are ready to upgrade.

Philosophy and Ownership

Understand the tradeoffs behind gear ownership and standardization, and when advanced options make sense for recreational divers.

Gear Tiers and Recommendations

A stepwise approach to outfitting. Move from basic essentials to a complete setup as your diving grows.

Gear Decisions

Quick answers to common questions and tradeoffs, so you can choose confidently.


Written by Tyler Allison • Last updated September 1, 2025