Overview – Shearwater Tern Dive Computer
The Shearwater Tern is a compact, watch-style dive computer designed for real-world diving conditions in Melbourne and Victoria. Its bright 1.3" AMOLED screen remains easy to read in Port Phillip Bay’s green water, back-beach surge, and on local boat dives. With simple menus, clear displays, and reliable construction, it is ideal for divers who want accurate information without unnecessary complexity.
The Tern supports Air, Nitrox, up to three Nitrox gases, Gauge mode, and Freedive mode, making it an excellent option for recreational and advanced recreational diving around Melbourne, interstate, and overseas.
Key Features for Melbourne and Victoria Diving
- Bright AMOLED display remains readable in low-visibility bay and back-beach environments.
- Watch-style profile fits comfortably under a 7 mm wetsuit or drysuit cuff and is suitable for everyday use.
- Multi-gas capability with up to three Nitrox mixes for longer bottom times on local wreck and reef dives.
- 120 m depth rating covers all recreational and most advanced training requirements.
- Simple, intuitive menus reduce task loading and make core data easy to confirm at a glance.
- Shearwater Cloud app allows clear dive log review, exporting, and sharing.
Technical Highlights
- High-resolution 1.3" AMOLED colour display with customisable layouts.
- Dive modes: Air, Nitrox, 3-Gas Nitrox, Gauge, Freedive.
- User-rechargeable battery with wireless charging cradle.
- Bluetooth connectivity for Shearwater Cloud on desktop and mobile.
- Clear, easy-to-navigate user interface with large fonts suitable for low visibility and cold-water diving.
- Durable housing suitable for both open-ocean and pool training environments.
Who Is the Shearwater Tern For?
- New divers who want an easy-to-use first dive computer that will support progression into deeper and Nitrox diving.
- Melbourne shore and boat divers who need strong visibility and a bright screen in cooler, lower-visibility conditions.
- Travelling divers who prefer a compact watch-style computer that is comfortable to wear between dives.
- Advanced recreational divers who want 3-gas Nitrox support without moving into full technical Trimix diving.
For divers planning full technical use, including Trimix and staged decompression, we generally recommend the Shearwater Perdix 2 or Teric. Visit us at Simple Dive, 21 Indra Road, Blackburn South, VIC 3130 for personalised advice.
Why Buy from Simple Dive in Melbourne?
- Local Melbourne dive shop offering in-person support before and after your purchase.
- Guidance from an experienced SDI Instructor Trainer / TDI Trimix Instructor team.
- Assistance with initial setup: gas settings, alarms, gradient factors, and Shearwater Cloud installation.
- Expert advice on pairing your dive computer with regulators, BCDs, and exposure protection suitable for Melbourne conditions.
- Opportunities to use your Tern immediately on local shore dives, boat dives, and course sessions through the Simple Dive club.
Not sure if the Tern is the right choice? Compare it to our other dive computers, or speak to us during your Advanced Open Water Diver course or Deep Diver course in Melbourne.
FAQ – Shearwater Tern
Is the Shearwater Tern suitable for beginner divers?
Yes. The Shearwater Tern is an excellent first dive computer. The display is clear, the menus are simple, and the alarms are easy to interpret. Many of our Melbourne Open Water and Advanced divers begin with the Tern and continue using it as they progress.
Can I use the Shearwater Tern for technical diving?
The Tern is built for recreational and advanced recreational diving. It does not support Trimix or advanced staged decompression. For full technical use, we recommend considering the Shearwater Perdix 2 Ti or Teric.
Do you offer setup or training for the Shearwater Tern?
Yes. When purchased from Simple Dive, our team can help you configure gas mixes, alarms, gradient factors, and show you how to review dives in Shearwater Cloud.
Can I use the Shearwater Tern on Simple Dive courses and club dives?
Absolutely. The Tern works well for Melbourne shore and boat diving and for a wide range of SDI and TDI recreational courses, including Advanced, Deep, and Nitrox.