Best Scuba Diving Mask with GoPro Mount
Scuba diving in the summer is fun but having pictures or video memories of your dive is even better. If you are just getting started in scuba diving and have no professional underwater photography or videography training, a GoPro is your next best choice to help you capture beautiful scenery. In this article, we’ll look into the best scuba diving mask with a GoPro mount perfect for beginners and seasoned divers.
The best scuba diving mask with a GoPro mount is OCTOMASK frameless dive mask. I personally own this mask and love it due to its compatibility with all GoPro cameras. In addition, I love the mask brand itself for the high-quality material used in all their OCTO masks.
Don’t worry if you don’t love the mask design or it’s too big for your face, I’ll list a couple more masks with a Gopro mount fit for many different faces including narrow and small faces.
Many scuba divers also love snorkeling or often travel with non-divers. As an added bonus I’ll list some of the best snorkeling masks with a GoPro mount for snorkeling. Everyone can enjoy being in the water and capturing beautiful memories on their GoPro camera.
Many recreational divers love enjoying their dives without having to carry a lot of stuff in their hands or keep on worrying about losing their Gopro while diving.
Let’s face it, you already have a diving flashlight, checking the dive computer or tables, and maybe carrying a notepad. Masks with a mount, hand straps, or GoPro head straps are among the best ways to avoid losing your camera and already captured memories.
Without wasting any more time, let’s get straight into the best of the best for the best divers.
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OCTOMASK – Frameless Dive Mask w/Mount for All GoPro Hero Cameras
My top pick on the list is the Octomask frameless dive mask.
As mentioned before, the GoPro mount fits with all GoPro cameras. You don’t have to worry about having an old GoPro model or the latest one, they all fit perfectly on this mount.
Looking at the mask itself, its silicone skirt seals perfectly onto the face ensuring you are comfortable with the camera mounted.
The mask comes with an aluminum thumbscrew to secure the camera and a travel bag. While traveling to new diving destinations you don’t have to worry about losing the screw or the mask itself.
If you are worried about misplacing the screw you can simply screw it on the mask but keep in mind it won’t be as tightly secured as it will be once the GoPro is attached.
Key Features
- Compatible with all GoPro cameras
- Travel-friendly mask
- High-quality silicon used on the mask skirt
- Tampered glass perfect for scuba diving
- Perfect for scuba diving, snorkeling, and free diving
- Available in many colors
Cons
- Mask is not fit for prescription lenses
- Some people complain of slight pressing on the face with the camera mounted.
XS Foto Panorama Diving Mask
As the name suggests, this mask has a panoramic view for a wide-angle view.
Available in both black and clear frames.
Has a low volume perfect for clearing and minimizing mask fogging or bubbles within the mask.
With the angled camera mount you are sure to capture the best photos and videos of marine life.
High-quality tempered glass is used in manufacturing the single lens.
A unique feature of this mask is that there is no nut on the mount. Don’t worry about losing the nut or tightly securing the nut when mounting your camera.
Key Features
- Compatible with all GoPro camera models
- Panoramic vision with a 3-window lens
- Angled forward camera mount for better camera view and capture
- Antifogging optical tempered glass
- In-built threading stainless steel camera mount
- Easy to mount and secure the GoPro camera.
Cons
- Mask is not compatible with prescription lenses
Hammerhead Spearguns MV3 Action Diving Mask
This mask is a great fit for divers with small and/or narrow faces.
It’s also a great fit for older kids with small faces as well.
The low-volume design makes clearing easier and prevents fogging.
All masks have apex optical grade lenses. This help in improving vision while scuba diving making images appear clear as they actually are in the water.
Mask has tempered glass lenses meaning it won’t shatter and break into your eyes in case of an accident or collision.
In-built GoPro mount
Key Features
- Compatible with all GoPro cameras
- Low volume mask
- Perfect fit for prescription lenses
- Best choice for small and narrow faces
- Have a soft matte silicone skirt for utmost comfort and a perfect seal on your face.
- Available in four different lens colors ultra-clear, mirror tint, amber, and ARC tint.
Cons
- Not compatible with many divers due to its small or narrow design.
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OCTOMASK – Frame Dive Mask w/Mount
Another OCTO mask, perfect for small and narrow faces.
Unlike the first OCTO mask listed here, this design has two view windows making it compatible with prescription lenses.
If you use prescription glasses, you can have the lenses fitted onto this mask and enjoy diving while capturing beautiful moments on your mounted GoPro.
It’s also compatible with all GoPro models from the old to the newest GoPro in the market.
A low-volume mask for easy clearing.
Comes with a travel bag as well as an aluminum thumbscrew that’s very easy to assemble and lock in your camera.
Key features
- 2 view window
- It’s a perfect mask for prescription lenses
- Perfect for small and narrow faces
- Compatible with all GoPro models
- High-quality material is used in manufacturing the mask including a silicon skirt.
- Has an elevated frame
Cons
- The mask isn’t comfortable for divers with sharp or high cheekbones
- Mask may be too tight or loose for some divers
OCTOMASK – Dive Mask w/Mount
Yes, another winner from the OCTOMASK brand.
This one has 2 view windows as well but the frame isn’t elevated like the last OCTO mask mentioned.
The view windows are quite large for a wider view.
The mask is fit for many divers with wider faces.
All GoPro cameras are also compatible with the mount on this mask making it another popular OCTO mask among divers.
By now you know the trend, it comes with a travel bag and a thumbscrew that’s easy to use.
High-quality silicon on the skirt and mask straps as well as high-quality tempered glass lenses.
Key features
- Compatible with all GoPro camera models.
- Perfect choice for prescription lenses
- Soft silicone skirt for a perfect seal onto your face
- Perfect fit for average and large faces
- Has a high volume
Cons
- The mask is not suitable for divers with small or narrow faces
- Some divers may experience slight pressing on the face when the GoPro is mounted
Above are some of the best scuba diving masks with a GoPro mount on the market. Always remember to look for a high-quality silicon skirt, straps, and tempered glass lens in your scuba diving mask. This not only gives you comfort but you are sure the mask will withstand high pressure as you dive deeper.
If you already have a mask that serves you well, no need to buy a new mask with a GoPro mount. You can simply buy a mask mount and add it to your mask.
Below are the two top options to consider when looking for a GoPro mask mount.
Scubapro Go Pro Mask Mount for Dual Lenses Masks
If you have a split lens mask or double window mask, then this is the best choice for you.
Scubapro is a reputable manufacturer of everything scuba diving gear. You are sure to get high-quality scuba-diving products.
This mask mount is simple to use, simply secure it onto your dual lens mask at the frame region using a ziplock, then mount your GoPro camera and enjoy the dive.
It’s important to note that, for the mask mount to fit perfectly, there has to be a ridge between the two lenses. If the two lenses are close together then it may not fit. One example of a mask that works well with this mount is the IST ProEar Dive Mask.
It’s lightweight so you are not worried about adding extra weight onto your face on top of the camera.
Its simple yet sturdy design fits well on the dual-lens masks without pushing onto your face and causing unnecessary pressure or bruising.
Cons
- Isn’t compatible with frameless or single-lens masks.
This short video demonstrates how to fit the GoPro mount on your mask.
Riffe Mantis Mask Mount MA-GP01
If your mask isn’t compatible with the first mask mount, don’t worry I’ve got you covered.
The Riffe Mantis mask mount is compatible with very many diving masks including single-lens masks.
The elongated mount fits perfectly on the mask allowing you to mount your GoPro camera.
All you need is a mask with a sturdy frame to attach it as you need a strong base to hold the camera up.
Cons
- Unfortunately, this isn’t compatible with the frameless masks.
- Since in frameless masks, the lenses are fixed directly on the silicone extending to make the skirt, it’s difficult to attach the mount and hold up a camera.
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As promised earlier, below is a list of the best snorkeling masks with a GoPro mount.
If you are a snorkeler and not a trained or active scuba diver these are the top picks for you.
In this article, I discussed the difference between snorkel and scuba diving masks. Click on the link to learn more here on my blog.
As a quick summary of the article, scuba diving masks can be used for snorkeling but NEVER use snorkeling masks for scuba diving.
The main reason is that the materials used in making the masks are different and both are built for different pressure or environments.
Best snorkeling masks with a GoPro mount
QYO 2022 Snorkeling Gear for Adults
This snorkeling mask comes in a set of 3. In the set, you’ll find the snorkeling mask with an inbuilt GoPro mount, a snorkel, and a pair of earplugs.
This is a good deal honestly considering you get to own all this for less than 30 dollars.
The mask is made using high-quality silicon for the skirt and the straps. Soft silicone seals are better compared to other materials used in most snorkeling masks such as rubber.
Although leaking in the mask isn’t an issue in snorkeling, I wouldn’t mind having a mask with a perfect seal. This way you can enjoy snorkeling without having to surface many times to drain water from the mask.
The earplugs are ideal especially if you have the feeling of water getting into your ears. Many divers and snorkelers don’t really mind it but this is a great accessory, especially for beginners in both sports.
Key features
- Compatible with GoPro cameras
- Tempered glass lens
- High-grade silicone skirt for a perfect seal
- Comes with a snorkel and earplugs
- Compatible with prescription lenses
TAWAK Anti Leak Panoramic Snorkel Mask Set
Single-lens snorkeling mask with an inbuilt GoPro mount.
Comes in a set of 3 including earplugs and a snorkel.
High-quality silicon is used on the skirt and straps. This is perfect, especially for those with sensitive skin.
Travel-friendly snorkel mask due to its ridiculously lightweight.
Comes with a storage pack for say traveling and managing your gear.
The lens is made from high-grade temped glass. In case of an impact on your mask, it won’t shatter into millions of pieces.
ORSEN Dry Snorkel Set for Adults with Camera Mount
One feature that stands out in this mask is the camera mount. All other masks featured in this article come with a GoPro mount, not a camera mount making them unique.
The camera mount is compatible with GoPro cameras and other small waterproof cameras.
In case you don’t like the camera mount, you can remove it and only use the GoPro mount alone.
High-quality silicone skirt for a perfect seal and a tempered glass lens.
A travel-friendly mask, it’s easy to fold and pack in your travel bag.
If you have older kids who love snorkeling, this is the best mask to help them capture their memories while enjoying the snorkeling views.
Available in a variety of colors to choose from.
