Cressi Supernova Dry Snorkel Review

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Julie Shetler
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Julie Shetler's lifelong love for the ocean and marine life has taken her on a remarkable journey of exploration and discovery. Growing up on the Gulf...
Rebecca Strauss
DIVEIN contributor Rebecca Strauss taking a selfie near a city canal
Editor at DIVEIN.com
Rebecca has been an avid traveler and scuba diver for many years. She began her editorial career by updating travel guides, which took her all over...
Cressi Supernova Dry snorkel in clear and blue over a shallow rocky bottom
Divers won’t be sacrificing quality for cost with our pick for the best budget snorkel, the Cressi Supernova Dry.
Our tester holding the clear and blue Cressi Supernova Dry snorkel above a bay at sunset
Check out the difference between the hard-textured tube on top and the flexible snorkel that curves alongside the diver’s face on the Cressi Supernova Dry snorkel

With all the gear it takes to go scuba diving, divers may want to cut their costs by choosing a cost-effective snorkel. The Cressi Supernova Dry is a great option,suited to a wide range of environments. This snorkel is particularly tall, so it will be higher than a lot of waves, even amidst rough conditions. The snorkel is so tall, however, that it may be difficult for a diver to breathe deep enough to prevent the creation of a dead air space.

Furthermore, the splash guard protects inhalations—a particularly notable addition at this price. Another great feature of this snorkel is the special valve on top that seals the airway during your dive. When you come up, you can breathe into your snorkel without clearing it.

About this review

To help you find a Snorkel that will fit your needs, we’ve tested, researched, and reviewed the best ones available today.
We test both in the water, diving in various conditions - and in our lab - so we can give you accurate answers on quality, performance, and the overall value.

Read about our test of Snorkels

Recommended in: Snorkel

Things we like:

  • This snorkel offers a lot of features at a low price point
  • Splash guard will help novice snorkelers feel comfortable in the water

Things we don't like:

  • Special valve is not safe nor suitable for freediving
  • Snorkel height may make it difficult to avoid creating a dead air space

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DIVEIN's take
Why buy from Scuba.com?

Scuba.com is a specialist dive retailer, and multiple buyers describe responsive, practical help when an order or product issue needs attention. Several also report orders arriving quickly or in time for when they were needed.

What buyers say

Several buyers describe responsive replies and practical help when an order or product issue needed attention. They describe support that answers quickly and stays helpful.

Multiple buyers also report orders arriving quickly or in time for when they were needed. Delivery timing is the positive point they describe.

Worth knowing

Some buyers report slower replies or more follow-up than expected when they needed help after ordering. Others describe delivery problems after ordering. Keep the order confirmation and tracking details until the item actually arrives.

DIVEIN editorial team
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4.7
Google · 1,555 reviews · 2 platforms checked
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DIVEIN's take
Why buy from Amazon?

Amazon has a documented Prime delivery program that covers millions of items, and that is the most concrete order-related support behind buying here.

Worth knowing

Some customers report slower replies or needing more follow-up than expected when they asked for help after ordering. If an order needs post-purchase support, that part of the experience is not always smooth.

Some customers also report delivery problems after ordering. That keeps follow-up and delivery as the areas to watch if you place the order here.

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Shipping & returns
Free shipping on eligible orders meeting the minimum threshold. Ships from Amazon fulfillment centers or third-party sellers, depending on the listing; seller-shipped items may take longer. Most items sold on Amazon.com may be returned within 30 days of delivery; exceptions apply.
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DIVEIN's take
Why buy from Cabela's?

Cabela's ships orders from the US, and there is a documented return process for most purchases if something needs to go back.

The return route includes exchange and refund options, so there is a clear way to correct an order that is not right.

Worth knowing

Some buyers report slower replies or more follow-up than expected when they needed help after ordering. Allow a little extra time if you have a question about an order.

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Shipping & returns
Standard shipping is $5 below $50 and free at $50+; oversize/hazardous charges may apply. Ships from US Eligible returns: most catalog or online purchases can be returned within 60 days with valid proof of purchase for an exchange or refund.
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DIVEIN's take
Why buy from House of Scuba?

House of Scuba publishes a defined return process for eligible items, including when credit or a refund applies and where fees or exclusions can affect the outcome. If you want the retailer's own terms in place before ordering, that is the most concrete reason to buy here.

It also states a continental U.S. free-shipping offer with exclusions, so the order terms are not left entirely to guesswork. That does not guarantee every item qualifies, but the policy itself is part of the buying case.

Worth knowing

Some customers describe friction around returns or refunds, and some also report slower replies or needing extra follow-up when they asked for help after ordering. Read the return terms closely before placing the order, especially the condition, packaging, and fee limits that can change the result.

DIVEIN editorial team
Accepted payments
VISAAMEXDiscover

Checkout on houseofscuba.com is served over a secure SSL (https) connection.

Shipping & returns
Free shipping on orders over $50; exclusions apply. Ships from US Eligible returns within 60 days in new condition with original packaging qualify for 100% credit or refund.
Visit House of Scuba

Compare prices

4 retailers compared · Checked 10 hours ago

Lowest price right now $27.95
Amazon logoAmazon
In stock
Prime: Same-Day to Two-Day on millions of items
$27.95
Buy now
Cabela’s logoCabela’s
In stock
Standard: 4–6 days; Express: 2; 1-Day: 1 day
$27.95
Buy now
House of Scuba logoHouse of Scuba
In stock
2–6 business days
$27.95
Buy now
We only list shops we would buy from ourselves This price grid only shows retailers we trust: shops we vet on returns, delivery, and what real customers say about them. All prices are checked daily. We earn a commission from some of the shops when you buy through these links, at no extra cost to you.
Scuba.com logo
Excellent · verified retailer
DIVEIN's take
Why buy from Scuba.com?

Scuba.com is a specialist dive retailer, and multiple buyers describe responsive, practical help when an order or product issue needs attention. Several also report orders arriving quickly or in time for when they were needed.

What buyers say

Several buyers describe responsive replies and practical help when an order or product issue needed attention. They describe support that answers quickly and stays helpful.

Multiple buyers also report orders arriving quickly or in time for when they were needed. Delivery timing is the positive point they describe.

Worth knowing

Some buyers report slower replies or more follow-up than expected when they needed help after ordering. Others describe delivery problems after ordering. Keep the order confirmation and tracking details until the item actually arrives.

DIVEIN editorial team
Shop reputation
4.7
Google · 1,555 reviews · 2 platforms checked
checked August 31, 2026
Accepted payments
VISAAMEXDiscoverG Pay

Checkout on scuba.com is served over a secure SSL (https) connection.

Shipping & returns
Free Super Saver shipping on logo items; no minimum; US 48 states. Some fees may apply. Ships from US Eligible returns: 30 days for a full refund; days 31–90 for exchange or store credit if unused. Original shipping charges aren't refunded.
Visit Scuba.com
Amazon logo
DIVEIN's take
Why buy from Amazon?

Amazon has a documented Prime delivery program that covers millions of items, and that is the most concrete order-related support behind buying here.

Worth knowing

Some customers report slower replies or needing more follow-up than expected when they asked for help after ordering. If an order needs post-purchase support, that part of the experience is not always smooth.

Some customers also report delivery problems after ordering. That keeps follow-up and delivery as the areas to watch if you place the order here.

DIVEIN editorial team
Accepted payments
VISAAMEXDiscover

Checkout on amazon.com is served over a secure SSL (https) connection.

Shipping & returns
Free shipping on eligible orders meeting the minimum threshold. Ships from Amazon fulfillment centers or third-party sellers, depending on the listing; seller-shipped items may take longer. Most items sold on Amazon.com may be returned within 30 days of delivery; exceptions apply.
Visit Amazon
Cabela’s logo
DIVEIN's take
Why buy from Cabela's?

Cabela's ships orders from the US, and there is a documented return process for most purchases if something needs to go back.

The return route includes exchange and refund options, so there is a clear way to correct an order that is not right.

Worth knowing

Some buyers report slower replies or more follow-up than expected when they needed help after ordering. Allow a little extra time if you have a question about an order.

DIVEIN editorial team
Accepted payments
VISADiscoverAMEXUnionPay

Checkout on cabelas.com is served over a secure SSL (https) connection.

Shipping & returns
Standard shipping is $5 below $50 and free at $50+; oversize/hazardous charges may apply. Ships from US Eligible returns: most catalog or online purchases can be returned within 60 days with valid proof of purchase for an exchange or refund.
Visit Cabela’s
House of Scuba logo
DIVEIN's take
Why buy from House of Scuba?

House of Scuba publishes a defined return process for eligible items, including when credit or a refund applies and where fees or exclusions can affect the outcome. If you want the retailer's own terms in place before ordering, that is the most concrete reason to buy here.

It also states a continental U.S. free-shipping offer with exclusions, so the order terms are not left entirely to guesswork. That does not guarantee every item qualifies, but the policy itself is part of the buying case.

Worth knowing

Some customers describe friction around returns or refunds, and some also report slower replies or needing extra follow-up when they asked for help after ordering. Read the return terms closely before placing the order, especially the condition, packaging, and fee limits that can change the result.

DIVEIN editorial team
Accepted payments
VISAAMEXDiscover

Checkout on houseofscuba.com is served over a secure SSL (https) connection.

Shipping & returns
Free shipping on orders over $50; exclusions apply. Ships from US Eligible returns within 60 days in new condition with original packaging qualify for 100% credit or refund.
Visit House of Scuba
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