Shearwater Research Peregrine Dive Computer
Recreational dive computer designed to learn fast and enjoy for years: 2.2-inch color screen with excellent legibility, Bühlmann ZHL-16C algorithm with gradient factors, built-in decompression planner and vibration alerts. Includes Air, Nitrox and 3 Gas Nitrox plus Gauge modes, with Bluetooth connectivity to upload dives to the Shearwater Cloud app and wireless charging. It does not feature air integration or a compass and it is not aimed at Trimix, CCR or Freedive. Robust build with metal buttons and silicone strap; compact enough to wear over the suit. Experience signals: high “Happy Lamas”, low “Grumpy Lamas” and low “Chance of letdown”, setting realistic expectations for recreational use.
- Display and legibility. Clear colors, large digits and a vibration that avoids harsh alarms; in low visibility, it helps. Tip: lower the brightness one notch on night dives to gain contrast.
- Ease of use. Coherent two-button menu, friendly learning curve and Shearwater Cloud app via Bluetooth to log dives without fuss. What more do you need to focus on the dive?
- Diving functions. Bühlmann ZHL-16C algorithm with gradient factors and a planner that helps organize gas changes and stops without complications.
- Battery life and wireless charging. Several dives on a single charge and no exposed connectors: set it down, it charges, done. Lama-tip: pack the base for trips and forget odd cables.
- No air integration or compass. For those who want real-time pressure or wrist-mounted heading, it can fall short; simple fix: choose the Peregrine TX or pair with an SPG and an analog compass.
- Dedicated computer format. It’s not a daily-wear watch, and on very slim wrists you notice it; wearing it over the suit or with bungee reduces bulk without losing comfort.
- User-non-replaceable battery. When the time comes, the swap goes through service; plan ahead to avoid being without a unit in season.
- Clearly recreational profile. No Trimix, CCR or Freedive; if you plan to move into technical, better step up from the start or use it as a secondary Gauge in your transition.
- Outstanding legibility with vibration alerts that don’t annoy.
- Clear interface and short learning curve to keep focus on the dive.
- Reliable decompression planner with gradient factors.
- Wireless charging and app to log and review dives.
- No air integration or compass.
- No advanced technical profiles.
- Larger body than a multisport watch.
Ideal for divers who have moved to Nitrox, feel comfortable with long recreational dives and want a clear, robust tool that’s easy to teach. Also fits instructors seeking a simple standard with a great “at-a-glance” screen and travelers who appreciate induction charging without delicate connectors. Lama-tip: enable vibration and customize alerts so your attention stays on the environment, not on the screen. If you expect to add air integration or a compass soon, go straight to the sibling with those features. If cave exploration or advanced gases are your thing, better step up a tier. Want a solid recreational progression without menu overload? This is your ground.
The Peregrine is a clear companion for recreational dives: readable at a glance, it vibrates when it should and lets you plan without fuss. If you want air integration or a compass, the natural move is to opt for the variant that includes them; Lama-tip: decide before expanding your kit and you’ll avoid duplicate purchases. Do you really want to keep comparing models, or would you rather already have something reliable in the dry bag? Deciding today saves time and keeps the focus on what matters. Check price and availability by clicking the “View Product” button.
