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When to Replace Scuba Diving Gear (If Your Old Kit Still Works)
Does dive gear have a life expectancy? And is new gear that much better than older gear? An expert weighs in.
2026 Scuba Diving Gear Guide

Our Annual Gear Guide covers everything a diver could want, including all the essential pieces of equipment to a variety of accessories that add convenience, fun or both to your dive adventures.

Tusa's Quest for Comfortable Dive Gear
Since its founding in 1952, Tusa has put comfort at the forefront of its dive gear innovations. Here, we take a closer look at the company's history and what makes it tick.
10 Best New Tec-Style Fins
ScubaLab and its team of dedicated testers put six new tec-style, open-heel fins to the test. Here's how they stacked up against one another—plus, four more we have our eye on.
Best New Dive Gear February 2026
Always on the search for worthy new dive gear, this month we're spotlighting three items: a new regulator, dive computer and dive knife.
Parts of a Rebreather and How They Work
Discover how a closed-circuit rebreather functions by following the path of your breath through the system.
ATMOS MISSION3 Earns ScubaLab Testers Choice
ScubaLab tested ten new dive computers in a head-to-head evaluation. The ATMOS MISSION3 earns Testers Choice for non-air-integrated dive computers.
How to Choose a Dive Knife or Underwater Cutting Tool
Learn all about dive cutting tools, including types of devices, which ones are useful for different diving conditions and the best place to stow them while diving.
How Do I Choose a Dive Light?
If you're overwhelmed by the number of dive lights on the market, you're not alone. Here's what to look for when picking the right light.