buhlmann computers or RGBM computers?

[supervisor]

Hi,

i am in the process of buying a new computer and I am curious wether the computers with buhlmann algorithms (uwatec smart pro) will last a few years or will they be replaced by the newer computers with RGBM (suunto, mares)?

anyone?

i heard that the smart pro version 2 are available right now, but are less suitable for repitive dives. The vyper seems to be more suitable, but too conservative.

HELP NEEDED!

 

[Genesis]

Define "too conservative" please...

If it bends you, that's not very good either, eh?

In all seriousness, the Suuntos are a decent choice, but even recreational computers (at least today) have RGBM as an "enhancement" that is "folded" over their base algorythm - they are not pure bubble model devices.

 

[MechDiver]

For recreational use, I don't think RGBM has much value. I would look at features and what you deem to be important in a computer for YOUR use. Rodales used to publish a list of computers showing liberal/conservative on a scale that was very helpful...don't know if they still do that or not.

Any good mainstream computer will serve you well, as most people just use them as a bottom timer anyway.

MD