Snorkeling is a great way to get you out of the house and commute with the fascinating underwater world. And it doesn’t require a lot of equipment. The most important first piece to look for is a suitable mask to give you the clearest and most comfortable portal into that world.
Below are brief reviews of a selection of some of the best masks to use for snorkeling that have a range of features, and all of them are reasonably priced. After the reviews is a comparison chart and some information and a video on how to select the best one for you.
Suitable for scuba diving, snorkeling, and freediving
Lens: a single pane of tempered glass
Colors: 8 vivid colors available with matching frame and skirt
Other features: low-volume frameless design, soft, comfortable, good sealing double-feathered edge silicone skirt, one-hand quick-release buckles attached to the skirt, split strap, convenient nose pocket for ease in equalization
Suitable for scuba diving, snorkeling, and freediving, fits a range of face shapes
Lens: a single pane of tempered glass
Colors: 12 color options with clear and black skirts available
Other features: large thin frame with low-volume wide-angle design, soft, comfortable, good sealing, rounded silicone skirt, 180-degree rotational buckle system, 3-D mask strap for a comfortable fit around your head
Price: $$
Pros: lightweight, fits a range of face shapes, 3-year warranty
Cons: frame can press on the nose bridge for some divers
What are the most important considerations in selecting a mask for snorkeling or scuba diving? You should be concerned with fit and comfort, a watertight seal, quality and durability of the materials, the number of lenses, corrective lenses, buckles and straps, color, fogging, pricing, and mask care. For guidelines regarding these matters and other information to help you in your selection of a mask please check out the buying guide in this post:
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