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Cressi BCD

Shop our Cressi BCDs. They are trusted for travel and everyday diving. This category spans lightweight travel BCDs that pack small and dry fast, versatile back-inflate options for stable trim, and rugged jacket-style designs ideal for training or frequent charter use. Look for features like weight integration, secure harness adjustments, useful storage, and lift capacities that match your exposure suit and conditions.

Combine your Cressi BCD with matching Cressi regulators, octos, and gauges for a cohesive setup that’s easy to service and comfortable in the water. Shop Cressi to get dependable fit, balanced buoyancy, and proven value dive after dive.

NOTE: Prices here are ONLINE ONLY. In-Store pricing may differ. 

How to Choose the Best Cressi BCD

Build a buoyancy setup that matches where and how you dive. Start by choosing your preferred style – jacket for familiar surface comfort or back-inflate for streamlined trim. Then balance lift capacity with your exposure suit, weights, and typical conditions. Look for weight integration, secure harness adjustments, practical storage (pockets/D-rings), and packability if you travel. Shortlist a few options below and compare them side by side before pairing with a regulator, octo, and gauges for a cohesive kit. Here are some top sellers from Cressi:

BCD Buyer’s Guide

  • Style & trim: Jacket BCDs emphasize surface comfort and familiar feel. Back-inflate designs keep the air cell off the chest for a sleeker underwater profile.
  • Lift capacity: Choose lift that matches your exposure suit and ballast. Warmer, lightweight travel kits need less lift while cold-water or camera loads may need more.
  • Weight integration: Integrated pockets simplify ditchable weight and reduce belt clutter. Check for easy load/unload and secure locking mechanisms.
  • Fit & adjustability: Prioritize a stable harness, smart strap routing, and sizes that remain comfortable when inflated at the surface.
  • Travel vs durability: Lightweight builds pack small and dry quickly. Rugged jacket styles shine for frequent local diving and training days.

Top Selling Cressi BCD Comparison

Product Key details Best for Notes
Cressi Aquawing Max BCD Single-wing, streamlined design with a focus on trim. Enthusiast divers seeking a sleek profile Pair with matching accessories as needed
Cressi Aquawing Plus BCD (blue) Wing-style option with travel-friendly considerations. Travel and minimalist rigs Check current size/stock on PDP
Cressi Patrol BCD Back-inflate layout noted for reduced drag and stability. All-around diving with streamlined feel Listed under Back-Inflate on site
Cressi Travelight (black/blue) BCD Lightweight, packs small; popular for trips. Warm-water travel and resort diving Also offered in black/pink variant
Cressi Aquaride (black/blue) BCD Versatile jacket style with practical storage. Everyday charter/training use Balanced comfort and control
Cressi Start Pro 2.0 (black/red) BCD Durable build aimed at frequent use. Entry/jacket users and training Budget-friendly upgrade path
Cressi Start (black/blue) BCD Simple, dependable jacket style. New divers and rentals Three exhaust valves listed
Cressi Elettra BCD Feature-rich jacket option with multiple sizes. Comfort-first recreational setups

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a jacket BCD or a back inflate BCD?

Pick jacket style if you prioritize familiar surface support and pocket storage (ex: Aquaride, Emperor). Choose a back-inflate/wing for sleeker trim and camera-friendly streamlining (ex: Patrol, Aquawing Max).

How much lift capacity do I need from a Cressi BCD?

Match lift to your exposure suit and ballast: warm-water kits with thin wetsuits need less lift than cold-water or camera-rig setups. If you’re traveling light, BCDs like Travelight keep bulk down. For heavier loads, look at more robust jackets or wing options like  Aquaride, Aquawing Plus.

Integrated weights vs a weight belt — what’s the advantage?

Integrated weight pockets clean up your rig and keep ditchable weight close to your centerline. Many Cressi BCDs support this approach across both jacket and wing styles, including Start Pro 2.0 and Patrol.

What’s a good Cressi BCD for travel?

Look for low weight, compact packing, and quick-dry materials. Travelight is built for exactly that. For a wing-style travel setup, compare Aquawing Plus.

Best all-around BCD for courses and local charters?

A versatile jacket with storage and stable surface float is hard to beat for everyday diving and training. Start with Aquaride or consider Start/Start Pro 2.0 for straightforward, durable setups.

How should I size and adjust my BCD?

Choose a size that stays secure but comfortable when inflated at the surface. Dial in shoulder, chest, and cummerbund adjustments, then confirm cylinder stability in the water. Models like Elettra and Emperor offer multiple sizes and stable harness layouts.