Diverite drysuit compared to DUI

[Robinhood]

Not to start a huge debate on these drysuits, but does anyone have any comments on the Diverite drysuit? I'm looking to purchase a drysuit soon. I'm interested in the DUI TLS350 and CLX450. Obviously, these are pretty expensive front entry drysuits and the diverite is a back entry, but I've never heard any reviews of the diverite.

A couple of things I notice is that the diverite already has pockets, but the warranty is 3 yrs as apposed to DUI's 7 year warranty. The diverite suit is alot cheaper too. I'm also moving to socal which makes the service and repair of a DUI more attractive because I can hand carry the suit to the factory.

So, what do you like and why or why not? Thank you in advance for comments.

 

[ericfine50]

You are comparing two totally different styles of suit. The DUI can be self donning, more options, higher cost. the DR - its backzip, the two pockets are standard and is a great suit for the money. The only option you can get on the suit are dry gloves. If you are looking for a suit you can buy off the rack and go dive and cost is a factor, I would then suggest a DR 905

Eric

 

[Robinhood]

You are comparing two totally different styles of suit. The DUI can be self donning, more options, higher cost. the DR - its backzip, the two pockets are standard and is a great suit for the money. The only option you can get on the suit are dry gloves. If you are looking for a suit you can buy off the rack and go dive and cost is a factor, I would then suggest a DR 905

Eric

Yes, I realize that they are very different types of suits. The cost isn't necessarily a great factor, but I want a suit that I will use for years to come. I have just never heard any comments whatsoever on the DR. Also, I wanted to see what others thought regarding the warranty issues etc between the suits.

 

[rickyd]

The DiveRite's I believe are branded, and make over seas. The DUI's are all U.S.A., if that is a consideration.

NOTE: I'm biased - I have a CF200