Mares X-Vision

At a glance

Mares X-Vision is a mask from Mares, rated 4.6 out of 5 and placed 4 of 21 in our masks & snorkels shortlist. Its defining number is weight: 180 g. It scores hardest on bench performance (92/100) and softest on value for money (50/100). The clearest advantage divers report: excellent wide-angle visibility underwater.

What the mask actually gives you

Where it wins and where it costs you

Full review: Mares X-Vision

The Mares X-Vision mask stands as one of the most recognized dive masks in the scuba diving world, prized for its expansive frameless lens design that delivers an exceptional field of view both horizontally and vertically. Built around a single wide lens of tempered glass, the mask eliminates the visual interference typically caused by a center bridge, giving divers a nearly panoramic underwater perspective. The frameless construction also allows the mask to fold flat, making it easy to pack for travel without sacrificing durability or optical clarity, a feature that has made it a favorite among both recreational divers and underwater photographers who need reliable peripheral vision.

Comfort and fit are central to the X-Vision's engineering, with a soft hypoallergenic silicone skirt that conforms closely to a wide range of face shapes, creating a reliable seal that minimizes leaking even during long dives or in choppy surface conditions. The double-feather edge skirt technology enhances this seal further, adapting to facial contours without requiring the strap to be pulled uncomfortably tight. The buckle system is low-profile and integrated directly into the skirt, reducing the number of moving parts that can snag hair or fail over time, while still allowing quick, one-handed adjustments even when wearing thick dive gloves in colder water environments.

Available in several variations including the X-Vision Ultra with swiveling buckles and the X-Vision LiquidSkin with a softer silicone blend for enhanced comfort, Mares has tailored this mask line to suit divers ranging from beginners to seasoned professionals. The low internal volume design reduces the effort needed to clear water from the mask, an important consideration for divers managing their air consumption and buoyancy at depth. Offered in a range of colors and lens tints, including clear and mirrored options that reduce glare in bright tropical waters, the X-Vision continues to be a dependable, high-performance choice for anyone serious about their underwater visibility and overall diving experience.