And the reviews are in: "The ultimate in cutting-edge technology, the Cobalt offers all the goodies you could possibly want in an incredibly intuitive system." - Scuba Lab
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Customer Reviews for Atomic Cobalt Air / Nitrox Integrated Computer with Digital Compass:
Rating: Awesome Computer...Compass inaccurate...Poor retention strap
Reviewer: Brian Ferguson, - View all my reviews
i now have 30+ air and nitrox dives on my cobalt. the computer is easy to use, easy to read above water and below. the compass is not anywhere close to correct (80+ degrees off) and the calibration routine does nothing to correct this. even if you accept the incorrect heading, i find the compass very slow to and will never use it as a primary. the included retention strap is not a good design. it slides up and down the hp hose too easily and fails to keep the console from dragging. the console provides no easy locations for a suitable retractor clip connection. i removed the included strap and use a dive rite hose clip retainer with a swivel-eye bolt snap. hopefully the compass issue will be resolved by returning the unit for service, but i wont give up my standard magnetic wrist compass and will let the cobal be the backup.
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48 out of 82 people found this review helpful.
Rating: Outstanding Value
Reviewer: David F., - View all my reviews
I recently purchased this computer after some lengthy research and a personal recommendation from the staff at my local dive center. It was very easy to install and program with my personal information and profile. Ive only taken 6 dives with it so far but Im very impressed with the display, ease of handling, features, and accuracy. It is very intuitive when it comes to pre-dive programming, in-dive reference, and post-dive review. I would highly recommend this computer to divers of all levels and proficiency. It is well worth the price!!
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125 out of 238 people found this review helpful.
Rating: Pat
Reviewer: patrick M.,
Not being the computer literate individual, was really in the market for the easiest to utilize dive computer on the market. Well this is it, could not be more satisfied with the ease of use. Scroll, enter information, get wet !! Not to mention for those of us with " Older " eyes, can not miss the screen on this one. On a recent dive with limited viz, actually had several buddies following the screen of my computer !!
Down side, first Cobalt I purchased had malfunctioning battery indicator. However this unit was quickly replaced my Scuba.com. Second, the supplied retention strap is inadequate to keep unit close, tends to slide down hose. Atomic should reconfigure to allow for more attachment points directly on the body of the unit. Overall fantastic system.
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115 out of 219 people found this review helpful.
Rating: Atomic Cobalt Air Awesome!
Reviewer: Jay P.,
i did two dives at 70 feet last week while using this computer for the very first time. wow! this dive computer rocks! very easy to understand and very user friendly. display is crisp. digital compass is very easy and works well.
upon receiving this computer i did a flash upload which basically locked up the dive computer. i had to return it twice. after getting in contact with the designer, i learned there is a way to reset the computer by disconnecting the battery to reset it. problem solved. i like that i am able to upload firmware s. the competitor calls a firmware an obsolete dive computer. the atomic cobalt dive computer is good enough to put the competition out of business.
i love it!
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112 out of 219 people found this review helpful.
Rating: Awesome computer!!
Reviewer: Pascal R.,
If you have the funds, this will take care of you!! Also is really easy to see when you dont know where your buddy might be. Just look for the nice and bright display (assuming noone else has it). A+++
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110 out of 219 people found this review helpful.
Rating: Peak of Dive Computer Evolution
Reviewer: Ian F., - View all my reviews
This computer is hands down the most awesome piece of dive equipment Ive ever seen. The menus are ridiculously easy to navigate and it comes with cables to recharge the computer with an AC plug or USB. The program to download and save your dives is free for download but I dont really use it. It also comes with a set of protective film stickers for the screen. My only complaint is that the gap at the top of the computer is not wide enough to clip a retractor directly to it but a short zip-tie or key ring fixes that right quick.
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137 out of 280 people found this review helpful.
Rating: Super Easy Super Nice
Reviewer: Kyle Moncrief,
I love this computer. Easy to use and very informative on the dive, but not a data overload. The compass takes a little more work to get use to but I still like it.
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9 out of 18 people found this review helpful.
Rating: COBALT
Reviewer: Matt M., - View all my reviews
The Cobalt is simple to use, big colorful screen and good feel for the buttons. Expensive but great product.
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16 out of 31 people found this review helpful.
Rating: good product
Reviewer: Jason Leaseburg, - View all my reviews
easy to use. excellent visability in all light situations. good battery life.
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75 out of 148 people found this review helpful.
Rating: No other dvice comes close
Reviewer: JOHN MUDGETT MD, - View all my reviews
First use was in Bonaire this Fall.
Ive used many other types, but this has everything I could hope for. Never go back...
John Mudgett, M.D.
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Questions and Answers for Atomic Cobalt Air / Nitrox Integrated Computer with Digital Compass:
amy:
Hi, I want to download my dives from my Cobalt... where do I begin? My instruction booklet says to go to the website, when I go to the website it is very lengthy and confusing to read. I love my Cobalt, I just hate the "trying to find answers" part on their website.
Thanks, Amy
Darrick (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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Hello Amy, are you a Mac or PC person. for either you will need to go to http://www.atomicaquatics.com/cobalt_software.html to download the correct software for your computer. After that all you have to do is connect your cobalt to your computer and it will download automaticly. If you have any other questions please feel free to give us a call at 1.800.347.2822.
Al:
I am seriously considering the cobalt as my uwatec 2g may is not working and may not be covered by warranty My concern is the algorithm used in the atomic My wife uses a uwatec for her primary and backup computer and I have a uwatec as my backup . How similar is the cobalt alorgorithim. The uwatec allows 6 settings from L0 to L5 whereas the cobalt has only 3 standard moderate and conservative. we use the most liberal L0 and have had no issues with over 900 dives. I purchased a Sunto years back but it was way too conservative Thanks for your advice
Bill (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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The Uwatec will be more conservative. You might be able to set the conservancy setting on each to match closer, but I do not know how close it would be. They are two different models.
Steve:
Couldnt tell from the description, does the Cobalt have audible alarms?
Thanks,
Steve
Darrick (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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Hello Steve, yes you can set audible alarms for both the depth and air pressure. If you have any other questions or would like to place an order please feel free to give us a call at 1.800.347.2822.
Chuck:
I am a 68 yr old diver and my biggest concern is seeing my computer. I have handled both the Cobalt and the Pro Plan in the store, but which one would be easiest to see while using underwater?
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Clarke (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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Hello Chuck, Thank you for your inquiry! Both are excellent computers! But for which one would be the easiest to view under water? I’m going with the Atomic Cobalt with the Digital Compass. http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-16/009307/Atomic-Cobalt-Air---Nitrox-Integrated-Dive-Computer-with-Digital-Compass.html If you would like to place an order or have questions about our products, please contact one of our certified Dive Instructors at SCUBA.com by calling 800-247-2822 <> 949-221-9300 or e-mail us at: info@scuba.com
Raul:
Hello, I am deciding between two diving computers:
-Atomic Cobalt Air / Nitrox Integrated Dive Computer with Digital Compass
-Pro Plus 2.1
Ive heard great things about both. I know the Cobalt is twice as expensive, but does it offer that much more in features/ease of use/accuracy/reliability?
Also, I heard the digital compass on the Cobalt may not be that great (or as reliable as a regular compass). Can you please provide some guidance on the digital compass as well?
Appreciate any help you can provide in helping me come to a decision!
Best,
Raul
Bob (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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Both are very good choices and nobody would be doing themselves any harm by choosing either. The digital compass on the Cobalt is one of the first truly accurate and convenient of digital compasses to hit the market. It is very user friendly and intuitive.
Frank:
I am a new Open Water diver and looking to buy my first dive computer. I am not sure I will dive with Nitrox, the option to expand to nitrox later is nice, but is this overkill for a recreational diver at this level?
Darrick (Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com)
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Hello Frank, no this computer is not over kill for a new diver. The dive computer on the market now will do both air/nitrox. This is what I tell all of my students when they get ready to buy there gear. You want to buy your gear once not twice.
Awesome Computer...Compass inaccurate...Poor retention strap 
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