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You’ve seen it on social media, it’s piqued your interest, but perhaps you’re still not sure if you should buy a full face snorkel mask. Whether that’s because you’ve already got a traditional snorkel mask you know and love or because you’re not entirely sure if a full face mask is the right fit for you, we’re here to help you make a decision.
Of course, as purveyors of the finest full face snorkel masks in town, we’re going to be a little favourable of them. We’ve been snorkelling our whole lives and full face snorkel masks have changed the game for us, but that said, we’ll do our best to remain objective in this article. We want you to make the decision that’s right for you, so that you can enjoy the underwater activity that brings peace, calm, and contentment to us all.
First things first, what’s the difference?
Maybe you’ve seen the pictures but you’re still not sure what’s the difference between a full face snorkel mask and a traditional snorkel mask. There could be some things about a traditional snorkel mask that you don’t really like, and you want to know whether a full face snorkel mask fixes these issues. On the other hand, there could be things you love about traditional snorkel masks that you don’t want to miss out on with a full face mask.
Whatever it is, here’s the difference between the two:
| Features | Traditional Snorkel Masks | Full Face Snorkel Mask |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | Separate snorkel tube and goggles | One piece of equipment that combines the tube and the goggles |
| Breathing | The snorkel tube is placed inside the mouth and sticks out above the water. Breathing is through the mouth. Many people find discomfort with this as the jaw can get sore, and breathing is not as natural | The snorkel mask covers and seals the entire face, with a tube that extends above the water. Breathing can be done through both the nose and the mouth for a more natural experience |
| Vision | Traditional goggles are slightly curved, making vision a little distorted. They also sit around the eyes, so peripheral vision is not as strong | Ninja Shark Full face masks come with a flat lens for less distorted vision. The masks are bigger, offering 180 degree panoramic vision for more views |
| Water entry | Traditional snorkel tubes can be susceptible to water entry, as there is no function or feature to prevent leakage. This is one of the biggest discomforts people experience while snorkelling and can be panic-inducing | Full face snorkel masks are designed with a dry top, anti-leak seal that prevents water from entering the snorkel. A drainage system also exists in case water does somehow get in, allowing it to quickly flow back out |