Bare HD Drysuit

At a glance

Bare HD Drysuit is a drysuit from Bare, rated 4.5 out of 5 and placed 8 of 26 in our exposure suits shortlist. Its defining number is weight: 6.5 kg (Size Medium). It scores hardest on build quality (89/100) and softest on value for money (45/100). The clearest advantage divers report: excellent thermal insulation for cold water diving.

What the drysuit actually gives you

Where it wins and where it costs you

Full review: Bare HD Drysuit

The Bare HD drysuit stands as a hybrid solution in Bare's technical diving lineup, blending the flexibility of neoprene with the reliable waterproofing demanded by serious cold water divers. Constructed from a compressed, high-density neoprene shell, the HD offers a distinctive combination of inherent thermal insulation and structural durability rarely found in trilaminate suits. This crushed neoprene material resists compression at depth better than standard neoprene, meaning divers retain more consistent buoyancy characteristics and thermal protection even as they descend, making the suit particularly suited to divers who move between varying depths during a single dive.

Built with the demands of technical and cold water recreational diving in mind, the Bare HD features robust latex neck and wrist seals designed to create a dependable watertight barrier while remaining comfortable during extended wear. The suit incorporates a heavy-duty waterproof zipper, typically positioned for self-donning convenience, along with reinforced knee pads and other high-wear areas to withstand the rigors of shore entries, boat diving, and repeated use in demanding environments. Articulated joints and a pre-bent knee design support a natural range of motion underwater, reducing diver fatigue during long or physically demanding dives, while boot options are typically integrated or designed to pair with a rock boot for added protection and traction.

Divers who choose the Bare HD are often those seeking a suit that performs reliably across multiple dive disciplines, from technical wreck and cave diving to cold water recreational excursions where thermal protection is non-negotiable. The suit's telescoping torso design accommodates a range of body types and allows for proper undergarment layering without compromising fit or mobility. Valve placement, including a low-profile exhaust valve and adjustable inflator valve, gives divers precise control over buoyancy and venting throughout the dive. Overall, the Bare HD is positioned as a durable, versatile drysuit for divers who require dependable performance, insulation, and longevity in the most challenging underwater conditions.