Mares X-Vision Scuba Diving Mask

Mares X-Vision Mask: A Two-Window Dive Mask Built Around Field of View

The Mares X-Vision is a two-window silicone dive mask designed for recreational divers who want a wide, unobstructed view without carrying a bulky or heavy piece of kit.

If you dive regularly and want a mask that fits well, clears easily, and does not get in the way, the X-Vision is worth a serious look.

What Makes the Viewing Experience Different

Most masks compromise your peripheral vision by positioning the lenses too far from your eyes or at a flat angle. Mares addressed this directly with the X-Vision by centering the eyes within the frame and angling the two front windows outward.

The result is a field of view roughly 20% wider than the previous version of this mask. That is a meaningful difference when you are scanning a reef wall or tracking a subject while underwater photography.

Both lenses are tempered safety glass, which resists scratching better than standard glass and shatters into blunt fragments rather than sharp shards if it ever breaks. That matters for a piece of gear pressed against your face.

Fit and Comfort on Your Face

The skirt, the soft seal that sits against your skin, is made from ultra-clear silicone rubber with a double feathered edge. A feathered edge means the silicone tapers to a thin, flexible lip at the contact point rather than ending in a blunt rim.

This gives the mask a softer, more adaptable seal across a wider range of face shapes. It also reduces the pressure marks you sometimes get after a long dive with a stiffer skirt.

Small ribs molded around the nose pocket add a bit of cushioning where the mask sits on the bridge of your nose, reducing the fatigue that builds up on longer dives.

Low Volume: Why It Matters

Low internal volume means there is less air space between your eyes and the lenses. Two practical benefits follow from this.

First, clearing the mask takes less effort. When water gets in, you need to exhale less air through your nose to push it out. Second, a low-volume mask sits closer to your face, which makes it easier to equalize the air space as you descend, especially if you have a narrow face or find standard masks uncomfortable at depth.

Equalization and Glove Compatibility

The nose pocket, the soft pouch you pinch to block your nostrils when equalizing your ears, is positioned so you can reach it with one hand even while wearing thick dive gloves. This is a small detail that becomes genuinely useful in cold water or when one hand is occupied with a camera or torch.

Travel and Storage

At 6.7 oz (189 g), the X-Vision is light enough that it adds almost nothing to your luggage weight. The ergonomic buckles sit directly on the silicone skirt rather than on a separate frame, which lets the mask fold flat. It fits easily into a BCD pocket and packs down small in a bag.

The mask ships with a protective mask box, so you have a hard case for travel from day one.

The Wide Strap

The strap is a wide, X-shaped split design in silicone. The X-shape distributes pressure across a broader area of the back of your head, which reduces the hotspot that a narrow single strap can create. The buckles are quick-adjusting, so getting the fit right at the surface does not require removing the mask.

Corrective Lenses

If you wear prescription glasses on land, the X-Vision is compatible with corrective lenses. Aftermarket prescription lenses can be fitted to the mask so you get clear vision underwater without contact lenses. This is worth checking with your dive shop if it applies to you.

Who This Mask Is Not For

The X-Vision is a two-window mask with a fixed lens configuration. If you are a freediver who needs an extremely low-volume single-lens mask to minimize equalization effort on deep breath-hold dives, a dedicated freediving mask will serve you better.

It is also worth noting that while the mask is available in multiple colors, fit is the one thing you cannot confirm from a product page. Silicone skirts seal differently on different face shapes. If possible, try it against your face before committing, or buy from a retailer with a straightforward return policy.

For the recreational diver who wants a well-engineered mask with a genuinely wide field of view, a comfortable seal, and a travel-friendly build, the Mares X-Vision delivers on all of those without unnecessary complexity.