SHEARWATER TERIC vs PERDIX is it worth the upgrade?

We all agree that the Shearwater TERIC is an awesome technical diving computer, but for those of us who already own a Shearwater PERDIX computer, is it worth spending the extra money for the upgrade? SAGA PADI Course Directors and Technical Divers Nick Derutter and Stephen J. Aynsley go over the key differences.

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[Mike-nhbe]

I have a Perdix and made the decision to avoid the Teric due to the inability to swap out the battery particularly in remote locations. These small battery rechargeable watch size computers seem great when new but only have about a 3 year life or about a 500 charge cycle. It's a good design and being a shearwater I'm sure it's well made but it's the battery that concerns me. I like being able to swap out a standard AA battery, anytime anywhere. Thanks for your review.

[wayneleinen]

I'm a tech diver and have been diving the original Shearwater Predator (hardwired CC version) for about 7 years now. I just bought the Teric recently and LOVE it. The ability to completely customize every mode of diving is awesome. I've had no charging issues... Not sure what's wrong on your end, but when I set mine in the charger, the screen orientation changes to landscape immediately, and the light on the charger flashes. There's no doubt that it's charging. Nice, non-standard review.

[esklemm]

Probably the most thought-out and thorough review of the Teric that I have seen yet. I love the fact that you guys show that you took it out, tested it, and came back with the results instead of some of the others I've seen who do an "unboxing" but haven't actually used it yet. I also love that you have tried both the Teric and Perdix next to each other since those are the two I'm comparing to purchase.
I don't have either...or a computer of my own at all for that matter but am really considering both of these and just can't make the decision to go smaller or larger.
Unfortunately, it might just come down to that $250 price difference since I can buy the Perdix and a transmitter for the price of the Teric alone.
Thanks guys! You got a 👍 from me and after I check out some more vids you might have a new sub as well. 😄

[camilasvintage]

Thank you so much. Im researching to buy my very own first diving computer as I just got certified and that helps a lot 🙏🏻

[bigblockcommando]

Just went thru the decision process and ended up with the Teric. I think you nailed it with there is no reason to upgrade a Perdix to the Teric but for the $170 difference between the AI Perdix and the Teric I like the extra features and while the battery cycle might have limited cycle life you also decrease the chance of flooding by not having to open it to replace the battery. I like the less bulky feel without a big reduction in information size. I would say go with what's more comfortable and fits your preferences. I can't see regretting either purchase.

[bjoernbuck]

Guys, I'm looking for a diving computer to serve me from beginning to end. The perdix looks promising, but;

1) Does it show two tanks at once if both carry a transmitter, or do I have to cycle through?

2) can I monitor my tank and that of a mate at the same time? I would really like that.

Thank you all!

[AndrewR]

I have a Perdix AI, and I don't think I would get a Teric, purely for the battery. I see the breakdown of my cell phone and smart watch batteries. When I got my galaxy watch, it would hold a charge for 7 days. 4 month's off using it, and the charge is 4-5 days now. I would be sceptical with a battery like that in my dive computer. With the Perdix as you know, it is a minute or two to get a new battery changed.

[katkat]

thank you for this video! i'll get the perdix 2 sinxe i get to travel a lot. i have the budget for teric but in some places where i dive, electricity is sometimes an issue so AA's are preferable. if i get extra budget in the future, i won't mind buying a teric as a back up DC

[Jetfire]

I went from the aqualung i300c to a teric and I love it. The menu is easy to scroll threw and you can customize it to ur liking

[katkat]

ok update ---

last month, i bought a perdix. now i bought a teric as a back up. i am so in love with my perdix. it's a powerful dc for every kind of dive but can be overkill if jjst for recreational dives. teric will do the job.

[SummersideDiver]

Love my Perdix AI - and while it’s ‘larger’, I prefer that. Bought the Perdix to replace a Cressi Leonardo - largely because the Leonardo was hard to read in dim light diving. I’ve never had any issue with my Perdix.

[DiversSupplyYT]

Good Job on the video guys, I just picked up the Teric. My Atomic Cobalt recently crapped out...

[Teampegleg]

The word you were looking for was probably either Qi or inductive charging. Qi is probably the best word because the Teric follows the Qi standard. Which means it can charge on many, but not all, wireless phone chargers on the market.

I didn't own a Perdix before I bought my Teric, but the Perdix AI was one of the other computers I was considering. The Qi wireless charging was one of the reasons I went with the Teric, as my phone uses the Qi charging so they can share a charger and since it is sealed at the factory that means I can't accidentally flood the computer due to changing the battery. The other reasons was that the Teric screen is more readable in direct sun light, and that vibrating alarms means you know that it is your computer beeping and not some random one on the dive site.

[seanwestgate]

Love my Teric. A lot of the previous dive watch computers would take a huge hit on Battery life when switching from watch to dive mode. With the Teric it’s seamless. Love that. And so many other features. Win win!

[Johndadiver]

I bought the Teric. I have some misgivings regarding wearing it as a watch exposing it to possible damage. (not a daily wearer) I do love the bright clear set up.
I also wanted to know the artist you guys use in background music?

[marlingunworks]

Just found this video. Considering the two computers discussed. I like the ease of using AA batteries and the ability to keep a couple spares in my dive kit. Relatively easy to find all over the world. Plus the teric having battery drain issues while off pushed me towards the perdix.

[royr.]

As a New Jersey Tec/Wreck diver it is a mandatory for me to dive two computers. I use the Teric as my secondary computer, but I'm finding it a bit more user friendly than the Perdix. I do love them both, great products worth every

[B_A_Images]

Looking to buy my first dive computer. Right now the Teric is $100 more than the Perdix. Is the Teric worth it?

[markshoub]

I’m not a tec diver. I own a Shearwater Peregrine, but am thinking about upgrading. The Peregrine TX adds air integration and the compass features. Is the Teric too high end for a non-tec diver? It seems that the Teric is more than I need for recreational diving. Thoughts?

[TheAshantidutch]

Hi gents, I have recently purchased a Teric, is there a way to fix a particular screen as your favourite?