Very thorough and professional, thanks a lot for making the time to do it! You've actually saved me from buying the AxisGo and pointed me in the right direction of the Divevolk, really appreciated!
Great Review. Thank you. I completely agree on the DIVEVOLK SeaTouch 4 Max being the best and most complete smartphone housing available at the moment. And I've tested quite a few housings myself, but by far not as many as you have. 😉 Well done mate 👍🏻
Matthias.. Thanks much. Appreciate it, especially coming from you. Seen your channel. I do think this is the way of the future for the average diver. The cameras will only continue to get better, as long as they stay vigilant with the AI bugs. Who knows what the future brings.
Brilliant review - I’ve been looking for something to replace my original Weefine housing as it doesn’t fit my iPhone 14. I’ve been toying with the idea of the Divevolk and I think this is the confirmation I needed. Really great, simple, easy to follow review that nailed all the key components for me. Thanks very much. You’ve got a new subscriber in me. 👍🏼
Love your detailed honest reviews! Well done! Eliminated my dilemma on what casing to buy for my iphone as gopro failed to capture the color and beauty of what i see underwater. Thank you.
I was a pain to make. Took me almost a year to do all the housings, but fun. Thanks. Check out my latest video on the iPhone 14 Pro. That too has some challenges, compared to the iPhone 13.
I’ve been a Diveroid user for a few years. It has worked well in many dives and locations. I agree that the app is limiting and it would be nice to have filters. It is nice for snapshot-level photography and videos. I have, but have barely used, the sidelight mounts. It is nice to have it as a backup computer.
Thank you for your very informative videos! I discovered your channel when I was searching for reviews of the new Oceanic+ iPhone housing. Oceanic worked with Apple and made the Apple Watch Ultra a dive computer a year ago. Now, they're doing the same thing with this housing and iPhone app. Is there any chance you might do a review of the Oceanic+ iPhone housing and app?
to be safe, with durability, ease of use considerations.. . It depends on price. If you want cheap.. Puluz. If more expensive, then AXISGO, although, the Divevolk is still slightly cheaper than the Axis...
Hello and thanks for the great review. I was between seafrog and divevolk and i want to go for the Divevolk. Just one question. Is there a lifespan for the gel on the back? Is something we need to do exept protecting it with the black frame? Thanks in advance!
Would you help me? I’m not a diver, I’m only looking for a case that will give me the best quality pictures above water, that won’t change what they would look like without a case on. Cause I still want to take care of my phone in the beach. And thanks for this video. Great and thorough explanation
If you are using for snorkeling, I would still bet the Divevolk, Since they have touch screen. if you are only doing topside but want some added protection, try visiting Beastgrip site. beastgrip.com/collections/iphone-14-pro
Great review I can’t believe you bought all those 😅.Divevolk interesting what you said about it doesn’t work or work well with dive gloves.I dive in Scotland so need dive gloves. I have the SeaLife double tray with the sea dragon lights I could easily buy the SeaLife phone housing but seen other divers with it and it looks like a pain to set up and there alarms setting off for no reason. I would buy the Divevolk but it would not fit the SeaLife tray and now not sure as you mentioned about the dive gloves.what to do 😮💨
I actually have gotten the DiveVolk to work with gloves, but you have to be very patient. We seem to do similar diving. I dive in the northeast US, Long Island Sound, New York, cold dark wreck diving. My challenge with Divevolk and gloves, is that my gloves are rough, for conditions up here. Divevolk says to be careful with membrane to not efface it. Well, I always worry that my glove will do exactly that. I am looking for smoother seamless gloves, to reduce any scraping, but it's still a concern. Safe diving, one of these days I'll get to Scapa Flow.
Great video, congrats! Nowadays most iPhones or action cameras are at least IP68 so I always wonder if that alone would not be a protection against leak in a case under 30m for example. Not sure if the pressure would cause damage but... Wouldn't an iPhone survive with a little water inside? Not saying that you should test it but I was curious :)
I would never take my iPhone or any phone into salt water. IP68 only means it is good to a depth of roughly 8 feet or so for 30 minutes. Once you've past 14 feet or so as a diver, forget it. Regardless of depth rating. with a phone costing over $1,000 i am not willing to trust it.
@@watertrek360 I agree. I was just saying that due to the fact that it is IP68, a leak in the case would not destroy the phone. I had the first model of the insta360 one x that I lost flooded because of a defect on the waterpoof case. I am now more confident using my Insta X3 because it is waterproof and an eventual leak in the case would not be a big issue.
For an amateur like myself what would you recommend? I’m planning my first scuba dive and I have an old iPhone 8 and currently use an iPhone 11. Supposedly I won’t be going deeper than 60 feet.
As a new diver I strongly suggest you do not go deeper than 60 feet until you get some more experience. I would also spend your first couple dives concentrating on what you are doing and whats around you before adding taking photos. However if you do the Divevolk will allow you to use older phones.
i have the hot dive.i never have an issue with fog but i cant see any filter in my lens as yours!! but to be honest if you are serius diver and you like underwater filming or pics you go to another solutions!! tha dive cases is for those they going holidays and on their holidays they having snorkel trips and maybe scuba dive!!for a holiday scuba diver tg5 tg6 if not soemthing bigger like mirrorles cameras!!
I would agree, I have used in the past SONY HD, and a Canon. Phones are getting a lot of attention as an alternative for many people. Hopefully this can help those who are thinking about it. Thanks
There are several reasons, depending upon manufacturer. 1). Pre-use water test to ensure water resistance and valid o-ring seal. 2). Moisture control / Anti-Fogging. Phones get hot. Underwater in an enclosed area, that leads to internal fogging. Some housings, like for the GoPro, you have moisture desiccants to soak up the extra moisture. 3). Alarm system. If a seal or leakage occurs, some housings will alert with an alarm.
Hello, Question about the Divevolk, have you been using it while having a screen protector on your phone? I have read that the touch screen won't work with a screen protector. It seems like a hassle having my screen protector removed every time I go for a dive. What is your personal recommendation/experience?
I have used it with screen protectors. Some are better than others. But there is a slight degradation. Make sure assistive touch is on, and press a little more firmly.
@@watertrek360 Thanks for the quick reply. I want to clarify - you have the iPhone 13 Pro Max and while having a screen protector on were you still able to use the housing just had to press more firmly? I have an apple screen protector from one of their stores. While having the screen protector on did you already use your custom solution of putting a broken cut-in-half screen protector in the housing - to press it up more against the membrane? Or did you see results even without your custom solution - by having a screen protector on and just enabling assistive touch and pressing more firmly? Cheers
@@MarkoOrlov I have an iPhone 13 PRO, and now an iPhone 14 Pro. I initially did have touch issues, both with and without screen protector. Taking off screen protectors is a pain. Hence why I added the "shim". Try it with screen protector first. If you have no success, you can always take it off
From what IO see the Seatouch 3 will accommodate the iPhone 11. it however only goes to 30 feet. The Seatouch 3 Pro also can handle iPhone 11 and reportedly can go over 200 ft. it also has lens / filter attachments. I have not used either.
The functionality of the most of these housings is for all Smart phones. I used specifically an iPhone 13 and 14 Pro. The analysis around depth, durability, versatility, ease of use and cost. Remain virtually the same, regardless of most smart phones. If and when I switch from iPhone I might redo the analysis. Thanks for the feed back.
Very thorough and professional, thanks a lot for making the time to do it! You've actually saved me from buying the AxisGo and pointed me in the right direction of the Divevolk, really appreciated!
Glad to know it helped.
Great Review. Thank you. I completely agree on the DIVEVOLK SeaTouch 4 Max being the best and most complete smartphone housing available at the moment. And I've tested quite a few housings myself, but by far not as many as you have. 😉 Well done mate 👍🏻
Matthias.. Thanks much. Appreciate it, especially coming from you. Seen your channel. I do think this is the way of the future for the average diver. The cameras will only continue to get better, as long as they stay vigilant with the AI bugs. Who knows what the future brings.
Brilliant review - I’ve been looking for something to replace my original Weefine housing as it doesn’t fit my iPhone 14. I’ve been toying with the idea of the Divevolk and I think this is the confirmation I needed. Really great, simple, easy to follow review that nailed all the key components for me. Thanks very much. You’ve got a new subscriber in me. 👍🏼
Appreciate the feedback. Thanks..
Best review hands down. Thank you. Divevolk Seatouch 4 is the one. God bless.
Appreciate the feedback, Thanks. Safe Diving.
You saved the best for last! New magenta filter is available!
That's good news. I dive up here in the Northeast U.S. in green water. It was one of the reasons, I didn't get the SeaLife.
@@watertrek360 Yellow filter is in stock now also!
@@sealifecameras Appreciate the follow up.
Love your detailed honest reviews! Well done! Eliminated my dilemma on what casing to buy for my iphone as gopro failed to capture the color and beauty of what i see underwater. Thank you.
I was a pain to make. Took me almost a year to do all the housings, but fun. Thanks. Check out my latest video on the iPhone 14 Pro. That too has some challenges, compared to the iPhone 13.
Hahaha..Good that something is keeping you busy and giving you pain while your having fun on your retirement. Will definitely check your other vid! 😊
I’ve been a Diveroid user for a few years. It has worked well in many dives and locations. I agree that the app is limiting and it would be nice to have filters. It is nice for snapshot-level photography and videos. I have, but have barely used, the sidelight mounts. It is nice to have it as a backup computer.
Nice job. Just found your channel and subscribed. Keep at it!
Found this vid helpful & enjoyable. Thank you, sir!
glad you got something out of it.
Thanks for information
I got the Divefolk for my iphone12 Verry exited to try it out
Great, let me know how it works out.
really impressive, great review for all kinds of housing. same here, Divevolk still the best choice
Very good 👍 🎉Thanks
Thank you for your very informative videos! I discovered your channel when I was searching for reviews of the new Oceanic+ iPhone housing. Oceanic worked with Apple and made the Apple Watch Ultra a dive computer a year ago. Now, they're doing the same thing with this housing and iPhone app. Is there any chance you might do a review of the Oceanic+ iPhone housing and app?
Funny you say that. I am thinking about that. I heard oceanic released one
@@watertrek360 I think you sold me on Divevolk, but I would be interested in your thoughts on the Oceanic+.
Woww this is what i need
Thanks for the report. What would you recommend for just snorkeling, some short 10-15 ft dives?
to be safe, with durability, ease of use considerations.. . It depends on price. If you want cheap.. Puluz. If more expensive, then AXISGO, although, the Divevolk is still slightly cheaper than the Axis...
Hello and thanks for the great review. I was between seafrog and divevolk and i want to go for the Divevolk. Just one question. Is there a lifespan for the gel on the back? Is something we need to do exept protecting it with the black frame? Thanks in advance!
@@alexis6382 yes they claim 100,000 touches. Give or take.
Would you help me? I’m not a diver, I’m only looking for a case that will give me the best quality pictures above water, that won’t change what they would look like without a case on. Cause I still want to take care of my phone in the beach. And thanks for this video.
Great and thorough explanation
If you are using for snorkeling, I would still bet the Divevolk, Since they have touch screen. if you are only doing topside but want some added protection, try visiting Beastgrip site. beastgrip.com/collections/iphone-14-pro
I punctured my divevolk membrane during my recent dive. Awaiting the shop's advise if can have it fixed😅
Sorry to hear that. Two things... How did it happen? Please let me know what Divevolk says about their ability to repair.
Great review I can’t believe you bought all those 😅.Divevolk interesting what you said about it doesn’t work or work well with dive gloves.I dive in Scotland so need dive gloves. I have the SeaLife double tray with the sea dragon lights I could easily buy the SeaLife phone housing but seen other divers with it and it looks like a pain to set up and there alarms setting off for no reason. I would buy the Divevolk but it would not fit the SeaLife tray and now not sure as you mentioned about the dive gloves.what to do 😮💨
I actually have gotten the DiveVolk to work with gloves, but you have to be very patient. We seem to do similar diving. I dive in the northeast US, Long Island Sound, New York, cold dark wreck diving. My challenge with Divevolk and gloves, is that my gloves are rough, for conditions up here. Divevolk says to be careful with membrane to not efface it. Well, I always worry that my glove will do exactly that. I am looking for smoother seamless gloves, to reduce any scraping, but it's still a concern. Safe diving, one of these days I'll get to Scapa Flow.
I just bought a shellbox. Should've go to puluz, if I just watch this video ealier.
Great video, congrats! Nowadays most iPhones or action cameras are at least IP68 so I always wonder if that alone would not be a protection against leak in a case under 30m for example. Not sure if the pressure would cause damage but... Wouldn't an iPhone survive with a little water inside? Not saying that you should test it but I was curious :)
I would never take my iPhone or any phone into salt water. IP68 only means it is good to a depth of roughly 8 feet or so for 30 minutes. Once you've past 14 feet or so as a diver, forget it. Regardless of depth rating. with a phone costing over $1,000 i am not willing to trust it.
@@watertrek360 I agree. I was just saying that due to the fact that it is IP68, a leak in the case would not destroy the phone. I had the first model of the insta360 one x that I lost flooded because of a defect on the waterpoof case. I am now more confident using my Insta X3 because it is waterproof and an eventual leak in the case would not be a big issue.
For an amateur like myself what would you recommend? I’m planning my first scuba dive and I have an old iPhone 8 and currently use an iPhone 11. Supposedly I won’t be going deeper than 60 feet.
As a new diver I strongly suggest you do not go deeper than 60 feet until you get some more experience. I would also spend your first couple dives concentrating on what you are doing and whats around you before adding taking photos. However if you do the Divevolk will allow you to use older phones.
Unfortunately Watershot has stopped making housings up to iPhone 7 Plus
i have the hot dive.i never have an issue with fog but i cant see any filter in my lens as yours!! but to be honest if you are serius diver and you like underwater filming or pics you go to another solutions!! tha dive cases is for those they going holidays and on their holidays they having snorkel trips and maybe scuba dive!!for a holiday scuba diver tg5 tg6 if not soemthing bigger like mirrorles cameras!!
I would agree, I have used in the past SONY HD, and a Canon. Phones are getting a lot of attention as an alternative for many people. Hopefully this can help those who are thinking about it. Thanks
Can someone explain the vacuum pump? Why is it needed?
There are several reasons, depending upon manufacturer. 1). Pre-use water test to ensure water resistance and valid o-ring seal. 2). Moisture control / Anti-Fogging. Phones get hot. Underwater in an enclosed area, that leads to internal fogging. Some housings, like for the GoPro, you have moisture desiccants to soak up the extra moisture. 3). Alarm system. If a seal or leakage occurs, some housings will alert with an alarm.
Did you end up testing the latest Kraken case?
I have not at this point. My next case to test once I get, it will be the oceanic
@@Tec-360-Videoland cheers for the reply. Great videos.
Hello,
Question about the Divevolk, have you been using it while having a screen protector on your phone? I have read that the touch screen won't work with a screen protector. It seems like a hassle having my screen protector removed every time I go for a dive. What is your personal recommendation/experience?
I have used it with screen protectors. Some are better than others. But there is a slight degradation. Make sure assistive touch is on, and press a little more firmly.
@@watertrek360 Thanks for the quick reply. I want to clarify - you have the iPhone 13 Pro Max and while having a screen protector on were you still able to use the housing just had to press more firmly? I have an apple screen protector from one of their stores. While having the screen protector on did you already use your custom solution of putting a broken cut-in-half screen protector in the housing - to press it up more against the membrane? Or did you see results even without your custom solution - by having a screen protector on and just enabling assistive touch and pressing more firmly? Cheers
@@MarkoOrlov I have an iPhone 13 PRO, and now an iPhone 14 Pro. I initially did have touch issues, both with and without screen protector. Taking off screen protectors is a pain. Hence why I added the "shim". Try it with screen protector first. If you have no success, you can always take it off
@@Tec-360-Videoland Thanks!
It doesn’t look like the Divevolk seatouch 4 accommodates iPhone 11. How does the seatouch 3 stack up?
From what IO see the Seatouch 3 will accommodate the iPhone 11. it however only goes to 30 feet. The Seatouch 3 Pro also can handle iPhone 11 and reportedly can go over 200 ft. it also has lens / filter attachments. I have not used either.
seatouch 4 do accommodate iphone 11, it is just the standard insert don't , you need to get a customized insert for iphone 11
@@thegreatneess Thanks for the update
The title says "20 Underwater Housings for Smart Phone". Yet you only look a the iPhone.
The functionality of the most of these housings is for all Smart phones. I used specifically an iPhone 13 and 14 Pro. The analysis around depth, durability, versatility, ease of use and cost. Remain virtually the same, regardless of most smart phones. If and when I switch from iPhone I might redo the analysis. Thanks for the feed back.