which computer shall i buy??

[Dive Right In Scuba.]

If you are waiting for your computer to die...
I bought my first computer in 1999, and I used it until my needs grew beyond its ability. I sold it to a friend, and that friend is still using it.

 

[ronscuba]

If you are waiting for your computer to die...
I bought my first computer in 1999, and I used it until my needs grew beyond its ability. I sold it to a friend, and that friend is still using it.

Me too, bought mine 15 yrs ago. Still works the same as it did when new. I did not outgrow it, but bought a new computer just because I wanted to spoil myself.

 

[Chugwhump]

I have killed 5 computers since 1987.
It happens when you use them a bunch.
I think it is the pressure sensors just wearing out.
It may also be from salt deposits and other crud getting stuck even after long soaks in warm fresh water.
I am hoping that when I move into the Shearwater it will be my last.

Chug
Likes living close to warm salty water.

 

[bamafan]

I have a buddy who just bought a Predator for $350. The Petrel's are selling for around $450 or so used. If money is a concern go used. I have a Predator I bought when they first came out. It works as good as my Petrel and I like display on the Predator slightly better. You can go spend twice what a used Petrel / Predator is for a new computer but in my opinion you aren't gaining anything worthwhile. Shearwater still services their older models so that isn't an issue.

 

[sheeper]

best computer i've used is the Shearwater Petrel (mine is a v1). The Petrel 2 and/or Perdix are just as awesome. can't go wrong. I'm not 600+ dives into my Petrel and love it