10 Best Watches with Dive Modes for January 2021

Last Updated On December 20, 2020

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Garmin Descent Mk1, Watch-Sized Dive Computer with Surface GPS, Includes Fitness Features, Gray Sapphire with Black Band

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Garmin Descent Mk1

Watch-Sized Dive Computer with Surface GPS, Includes Fitness Features, Gray Sapphire with Black Band

by Garmin

What We like

Premium full-featured dive computer with surface GPS in a sleek watch-style design; with bright 1. 2 color display and TOPO mapping

9.7

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Features Elevate wrist heart rate technology with multisport activity profiles, performance metrics and smart notifications (when paired with a compatible smartphone
Dive log lets you store and review data from up to 200 dives and share online via Garmin Connect and its included mobile app
Built-in sensors include 3-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter as well as GPS and GLONASS capability that lets you mark your dive entry and exit points for surface navigation (GPS tracking and satellite communication does not work underwater)
Choose modes for single and multiple gas dives (including nitrox and trimix), gauge, apnea and closed circuit rebreather (CCR); plan your dives directly on the device
Included Components: Descent Mk1 With Black Band; Extra-Long Adjustment Strap; Charging/Data Cable; Documentation

Choose modes for single and multiple gas dives (including nitrox and trimix), gauge, apnea and closed circuit rebreather (ccr); plan your dives directly on the device Features elevate wrist heart rate technology with multisport activity profiles, performance metrics and smart notifications (when paired with a compatible smartphone Dive log lets you store and review data from up to 200 dives and share online via Garmin connect and its included mobile app Included components: descent mk1 with black band; extra-long adjustment strap; charging/data cable; documentation Built-in sensors include 3-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter as well as gps and glonass capability that lets you mark your dive entry and exit points for surface navigation (gps tracking and satellite communication does not work underwater)

Casio Men's G-Shock Quartz Watch with Resin Strap, Black, 20 (Model: DW5600E-1V)

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Casio Men's G-Shock Quartz Watch with Resin Strap

Black, 20 (Model: DW5600E-1V)

by Casio

What We like

With its high-tech functions, shock resistance, and comfortable resin strap, this Casio watch is a reliable go-to timepiece.

9.6

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Protective mineral dial window
Functions include multi-function alarm, 1/100-second stopwatch, countdown timer, hourly time signal, auto calendar, and 12- and 24-hour formats
Quartz digital movement with accuracy of +/- 15 seconds per month
Water-resistant to 200 m (660 feet)

Quartz digital movement with accuracy of +/- 15 seconds per month Water-resistant to 200 m (660 feet) Protective mineral dial window Functions include multi-function alarm, 1/100-second stopwatch, countdown timer, hourly time signal, auto calendar, and 12- and 24-hour formats

Garmin Descent Mk2, Watch-Style Dive Computer, Multisport Training/Smart Features, Stainless Steel with Black Band, 010-02132-00

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Garmin Descent Mk2

Watch-Style Dive Computer, Multisport Training/Smart Features, Stainless Steel with Black Band, 010-02132-00

by Garmin

What We like

Advanced, watch-style dive computer with 1.4 color sunlight-readable display (36% larger than previous model) in an elegant yet rugged design

9.3

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Six dive modes as well as multi-GNSS support and ABC sensors including an underwater compass know every part of your dive from entry to exit (GPS tracking does not work underwater)
Features enhanced wrist-based heart rate estimates and Pulse Ox (this is not a medical device) sensing of blood oxygen saturation to support advanced sleep monitoring and altitude acclimation at high elevations
Battery life: up to 80 hours in dive mode, up to 16 days in smartwatch mode and up to 15 hours in GPS mode with music
Dive log lets you store and review data from up to 200 dives right on your wrist and share and review dives in the Garmin Dive app downloaded to your paired compatible smartphone

Six dive modes as well as multi-gnss support and abc sensors including an underwater compass know every part of your dive from entry to exit (gps tracking does not work underwater) Dive log lets you store and review data from up to 200 dives right on your wrist and share and review dives in the Garmin dive app downloaded to your paired compatible smartphone Features enhanced wrist-based heart rate estimates and pulse ox (this is not a medical device) sensing of blood oxygen saturation to support advanced sleep monitoring and altitude acclimation at high elevations Battery life: up to 80 hours in dive mode, up to 16 days in smartwatch mode and up to 15 hours in gps mode with music

TEKMAGIC Digital Sport Dive Watch 100m Water Resistant Wristwatch with Electro Luminescent Light and Hourly Chime Function

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TEKMAGIC Digital Sport Dive Watch 100m Water Resistant Wristwatch with Electro Luminescent Light and Hourly Chime Function

by HONG KONG MAGIC TECH. DEVE. CO., LTD

What We like

Quartz MovementImported quartz movement with low power consumption makes it more durable.

9.2

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Dual Time DisplayThis dive watch has digital and analog dual time display, satisfy your different demands. The electro Luminescent backlight helps you see the time display brightly and clearly in the dark.
10ATM Water Resistant With 100m water resistant, the sport watch is great for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving and other activities that involve water.
Versatile Watch This underwater sport watch has stopwatch, countdown timer, alarm and it supports 2 time zones time display mode. It's the best daily and outdoor sports companion.

10atm water resistant with 100m water resistant, the sport watch is great for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving and other activities that involve water. Dual time displaythis dive watch has digital and analog dual time display, satisfy your different demands. the electro luminescent backlight helps you see the time display brightly and clearly in the dark. Versatile watch this underwater sport watch has stopwatch, countdown timer, alarm and it supports 2 time zones time display mode. it's the best daily and outdoor sports companion.

Oceanic GEO 2.0 Scuba Dive Computer Wrist Watch W/O USB (White/Teal)

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Oceanic GEO 2.0 Scuba Dive Computer Wrist Watch W/O USB (White/Teal)

by Oceanic

What We like

User-Friendly Interface with "Step Back" allows forward and backward navigation through menus and settings - Switch between up to 2 Nitrox mixes to 100% O2 with no restriction (Gas 1 may be up to 100%, and may be less or greater than Gas 2)

8.9

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Single button access to "Last Dive" display (max depth & bottom time) - Data Retention - maintains calculations indefinitely when the battery is changed - Audible Alarm with flashing LED light - History Mode includes total number of dives, max depth, total dive hours, and lowest temp
4 Operating Modes: WATCH (Alternate Time, Chrono, Daily Alarm, Countdown Timer), NORM (Air and Nitrox), GAUGE (with run timer) and FREE (tracks calculations to allow switching between NORM and Free)
Powered by Oceanic's Exclusive Dual Algorithm - Your choice between Pelagic DSAT (Spencer/Powell data basis) or Pelagic Z+ (Buhlmann ZHL-16C data basis)
Stop times 3 minutes - displays minutes & seconds - Deep Stop with Countdown Timer Maybe turned on or off. 2 minute countdown at half your max depth, for dives greater than 80 ft / 25m

Single button access to "last dive" display (max depth & bottom time) - data retention - maintains calculations indefinitely when the battery is changed - audible alarm with flashing led light - history mode includes total number of dives, max depth, total dive hours, and lowest temp Stop times 3 minutes - displays minutes & seconds - deep stop with countdown timer maybe turned on or off. 2 minute countdown at half your max depth, for dives greater than 80 ft / 25m Powered by Oceanic's exclusive dual algorithm - your choice between pelagic dsat (spencer/powell data basis) or pelagic z+ (buhlmann zhl-16c data basis) 4 operating modes: watch (alternate time, chrono, daily alarm, countdown timer), norm (air and nitrox), gauge (with run timer) and free (tracks calculations to allow switching between norm and free)

Garmin Instinct, Rugged Outdoor Watch with GPS, Features GLONASS and Galileo, Heart Rate Monitoring and 3-Axis Compass, Graphite

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Garmin Instinct

Rugged Outdoor Watch with GPS, Features GLONASS and Galileo, Heart Rate Monitoring and 3-Axis Compass, Graphite

by Garmin

What We like

Battery life: Up to 14 days in smartwatch mode, up to 16 hours in GPS mode, up to 40 hours in Ultratrac battery saver mode

8.6

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Product Features

Stay connected with smart notifications (with a compatible smartphone) and automatic data uploads to the Garmin connect online fitness community
Constructed to U.S. Military standard 810G for thermal, shock and water resistance (rated to 100 meters)
Use the trackback feature to navigate the same route back to your starting point; Use the Garmin explore website and app to plan your trips in advance
Rugged GPS watch built to withstand the toughest environments
Built in 3 axis compass and barometric altimeter, plus multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, Glonass and Galileo) support helps track in more challenging environments than GPS alone

Constructed to u.s. military standard 810g for thermal, shock and water resistance (rated to 100 meters) Stay connected with smart notifications (with a compatible smartphone) and automatic data uploads to the Garmin connect online fitness community Monitor your estimated heart rate, activity and stress; train with preloaded activity profiles. strap material: silicone Built in 3 axis compass and barometric altimeter, plus multiple global navigation satellite systems (gps, glonass and galileo) support helps track in more challenging environments than gps alone Rugged gps watch built to withstand the toughest environments Use the trackback feature to navigate the same route back to your starting point; use the Garmin explore website and app to plan your trips in advance

Digital Multifunction Sports Wrist Watch - Waterproof Smart Fit Classic Men Women Water Sport Swimming Fitness Gear Tracker w/ Chronograph, Countdown, Dual Time, Diving Mode - Pyle PSNKW30GN (Green)

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Pyle Digital Multifunction Sports Wrist Watch

Waterproof Smart Fit Classic Men Women Water Sport Swimming Fitness Gear Tracker w/ Chronograph, Countdown, Dual Time, Diving Mode, Pyle PSNKW30GN (Green)

by Sound Around

What We like

Waterproof design: the smart sport fitness wrist tracker provides water resistance up to 10 atmospheres or 330 feet. Works in fresh and saltwater w/ selectable sea or lake dive sites. Features automatic dive alarm when emerging faster than 6meter/min

8.6

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5 modes: The Pyle sports multifunction digital watch act as your own data center All within arm's reach. Provides you w/ function modes such as current time, Dual time, chronograph, countdown and diving. Designed for diving, snorkeling, swimming
El Backlight: the button activated Electroluminescent backlight display allows you to conveniently use the watch in low-light conditions or at night. Dive, swim and enjoy the great outdoors any time of the day. Perfect for fitness or water sports use
Underwater dive mode: automatically activates once over 1.5 meters deep. It displays water Temp, depth, dive time, current time w/ submerging and emerging depth indicators. Quickly recalls underwater dive information and stores up to 100 dive Records
Dual time mode: the fit watch can be used for traveling to overseas with its dual time mode and allows you to quickly and easily switch between time zones/modes. Also equipped w/ a thermometer to measure the temperature of the water (F or C)

5 modes: the pyle sports multifunction digital watch act as your own data center all within arm's reach. provides you w/ function modes such as current time, dual time, chronograph, countdown and diving. designed for diving, snorkeling, swimming Underwater dive mode: automatically activates once over 1.5 meters deep. it displays water temp, depth, dive time, current time w/ submerging and emerging depth indicators. quickly recalls underwater dive information and stores up to 100 dive records El backlight: the button activated electroluminescent backlight display allows you to conveniently use the watch in low-light conditions or at night. dive, swim and enjoy the great outdoors any time of the day. perfect for fitness or water sports use Dual time mode: the fit watch can be used for traveling to overseas with its dual time mode and allows you to quickly and easily switch between time zones/modes. also equipped w/ a thermometer to measure the temperature of the water (f or c)

TEKMAGIC 10 ATM Digital Submersible Diving Watch 100m Water Resistant Swimming Sport Wristwatch Luminous LCD Screen with Stopwatch Alarm Function

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TEKMAGIC 10 ATM Digital Submersible Diving Watch 100m Water Resistant Swimming Sport Wristwatch Luminous LCD Screen with Stopwatch Alarm Function

by HONG KONG MAGIC TECH. DEVE. CO., LTD

What We like

Multiple Functions This stylish digital watch is built for waterproof but it also has other features, such as: alarm, chronograph, countdown timer, dual time setting, hourly chime make it perfect for all kinds of sports activities and daily use.

8.4

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10ATM Water Resistant The reliable sealing system of the digital watch offers effective protection against water, dust and external influences. With 10 ATM water resistant, the watch can be worn when swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving and other sports activities which your watch might get wet.
Precise Time DisplayThis water resistant watch with digital movement provides precise and accurate time display. Large dial is easy to read time and has an led backlights for low light situations.
More than 2 Years Operating Battery Life Time This watch could work for more than 2 years with the CR2025 battery built in. Say goodbye to daily charging.

More than 2 years operating battery life time this watch could work for more than 2 years with the cr2025 battery built in. say goodbye to daily charging. 10atm water resistant the reliable sealing system of the digital watch offers effective protection against water, dust and external influences. with 10 atm water resistant, the watch can be worn when swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving and other sports activities which your watch might get wet. Precise time displaythis water resistant watch with digital movement provides precise and accurate time display. large dial is easy to read time and has an led backlights for low light situations.

Shearwater Research Teric Wrist Dive Computer

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Shearwater Research Teric Wrist Dive Computer

by Shearwater

What We like

Different watch faces to go with multiple styles and occasions. Programmable timers, alarms and stopwatch

8.4

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Rugged Construction. Sapphire crystal window, and 316 stainless bezel & buttons
Full Colour, High Resolution. AMOLED. 1.39" display with deep blacks, and vivid colour display
Cloud Control. Download and display dive logs quickly with Bluetooth Smart technology.
Optional Air Integration. The Teric can connect with up to 2 transmitters

Full colour, high resolution. amoled. 1.39" display with deep blacks, and vivid colour display Rugged construction. sapphire crystal window, and 316 stainless bezel & buttons Optional air integration. the teric can connect with up to 2 transmitters Cloud control. download and display dive logs quickly with bluetooth smart technology.

Garmin Fenix 5X Sapphire - Slate Gray with Black Band

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Garmin Fenix 5X Sapphire

Slate Gray with Black Band

by Garmin

What We like

Fit for adventure with rugged design that features stainless steel bezel, buttons and rear case: Physical size 5.1 x 5.1 x 1.8 centimeter; Weight silicone band: 98 grams ; Metal band: 196 grams

8.4

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Preloaded run profiles: Running, treadmill running, trail running. Put key stats at your fingertips with the performance widget that shows your training status, training load and more
Ultimate multisport GPS watch with full color Topo U.S. mapping, routable cycling maps and other outdoor navigation features
Connected features include smart notifications, automatic uploads to Garmin connect online fitness community and personalization through free watch faces and apps from our connect IQ store
Built in navigation sensors include GPS and Glonass capability to track in more challenging environments than GPS alone as well as 3 axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter

Connected features include smart notifications, automatic uploads to Garmin connect online fitness community and personalization through free watch faces and apps from our connect iq store Preloaded run profiles: running, treadmill running, trail running. put key stats at your fingertips with the performance widget that shows your training status, training load and more Ultimate multisport gps watch with full color topo u.s. mapping, routable cycling maps and other outdoor navigation features Built in navigation sensors include gps and glonass capability to track in more challenging environments than gps alone as well as 3 axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter