Having the best snorkel mask is indispensable for enjoying your day on the water. Don’t make the mistake of buying a cheap mask from a big box store or the local pharmacy.

However, there are now so many full face snorkeling masks available it’s important to know what to look for before you buy one.

This article will guide you in buying a snorkeling mask (for Men, Women and Kids) based on performance, features and price.

I have also reviewed some “traditional” snorkel masks as well, see the reviews here.

If you are not familiar with full face snorkel masks, see our FAQ section.

Best Full Face Snorkel Masks

For more of my snorkeling gear recommendations, have a look through these popular Outside Pursuits guide links: Snorkel Fins, Cameras for Snorkeling, Snorkeling Wetsuits.

Quick Answer: The Best 5 Full Face Snorkel Masks For 2021

1. WildHorn Outfitters Seaview 180° V2
2. Tribord Easybreath Full Face Snorkeling Mask
3. Ocean Reef Aria Full Face Snorkel Mask
4. Seabeast AF90 Full Face Snorkel Mask
5. Greatever Foldable Snorkel Mask

Our reviews of the top rated full face snorkel masks with our comparison table and buying guide below will help you choose the right one.

Full Face Snorkel Mask Reviews

#1 WildHorn Outfitters Seaview 180° V2 Full Face Snorkel Mask

The WildHorn Outfitters Seaview 180° V2 is the most advanced full face snorkel mask on the market. One of the biggest issues with some masks is the lack of air flow through the narrow snorkel tube and can lead to a build up of CO2 inside the mask.

The new design of the Seaview 180° V2 locates the breathing tube to the side of the mask in a more natural position and the one-way valves in the breathing chamber helps keep plenty of fresh air in the mask for you to breathe.

This allows you to breathe easily from your nose or mouth which is the biggest advantage of a full face snorkel mask!

This almost completely eliminates fogging and your snorkeling experience MUCH more enjoyable.

I have been snorkeling for years and my jaw would always get sore biting on the snorkel. That will not be an issue ever again for me with the Seaview. Once you try a full face snorkel mask, you will never go back to a traditional mask and snorkel.

The Seaview 180° the perfect choice for anyone who knows the bitter experience of having to suffer with a gag reflex or a tired and sore jaw from having to bite on a traditional snorkel for long periods of time and is in my opinion the best full face snorkel mask.

The viewing pane is also been increased in size 20% giving you a wider field of view. One thing I noticed with other full face snorkel masks is the distortion once you look side at all. The Seaview gives more viewing area so you can see more and isn’t that why you go snorkeling?

Another change made is the camera mount has been moved to the chin area instead of on top of the mask. This makes it easier to keep the camera in the water and aim the camera at the fish or other sights!

The Seaview 180 Degree Snorkel mask is designed for both adults and kids alike.

The mask provides a snug, comfortable fit and is easy to adjust with wide straps that don’t get tangled in your hair like can happen with traditional snorkel masks.

The Seaview 180 degree snorkeling mask is probably the best snorkel mask for beginners or anyone who just wants the most comfortable snorkeling experience. It comes in 6 colors and has sizes to fit both adults and children.

Note: I just wanted to mention my new use for a full face snorkel mask, swimming laps. I have been a member of LA Fitness for some time but never used the pool because I have a bit of a phobia of getting pool water in my mouth.

I tried using my Seaview mask and it works great, now I am swimming laps 3 times week! Now, if you are out of shape and breathing hard, you may fog the mask a little and have to catch your breath after a lap or so

#2 Tribord Easybreath Full Face Snorkeling Mask

If you are looking for an innovative snorkeling mask that enables you to see and breathe underwater just like you do on dry land, the Tribord Easybreath Snorkeling Mask is just the mask for you.

Generally, the main obstacle to snorkeling is the difficulty in breathing underwater with a snorkel. The snorkel mouthpiece is often too intrusive, uncomfortable and even unhygienic. Tribord did years of research to design the Easybreath Snorkel mask to create the best possible experience.

In doing so, they came up with a brand new innovative design and made the mask fit completely over your face so that breathing underwater is as easy and natural as it is on land.

The large size gives the snorkeler an unobstructed 180 degree field of vision and doesn’t fog up because airflow is directed away from the lens and up through the snorkel.

The mask is equipped with a one way valve that plugs the top of the snorkel when you dip under the water, insuring that water doesn’t enter your mouth via the snorkel.

In addition, the top of the snorkel is highly visible, 4 times further away than a traditional snorkel! This an is an important safety factor to help avoiding any collisions with boats in high traffic areas.

The mask is not ideal for free diving, as it’s a high volume mask but that’s probably its only downside. This full face snorkel mask has been designed with the first time snorkeler in mind.

The Tribord packs an exclusive shatterproof polycarbonate window that adds to the safety as well as durability of the mask. The Easybreath Snorkel Mask comes in 7 colors and 4 different sizes to fit the smallest child to the tallest adult.

If you have kids that are going to snorkel then the Easybreath is your best option as they have more sizes available. The advanced design of the Tribord Easybreath Snorkeling Mask makes snorkeling such a better experience.

#3 Ocean Reef Aria Full Face Snorkel Mask

I tried this mask out on a few months ago in Siesta Key Fl, and have grown to like it as much as my Seaview 180 mask. The Ocean Reef Aria Full Face Snorkel Mask is one of the original full face snorkel masks but it’s also more expensive than the other masks on our list.

The Ocean Reef is better than the typical “Me To” masks that have flooded Amazon recently. There are a couple features that make it better than most of the copycats.

The first being it has four valves in the interior chamber of the mask. This has the advantage of better airflow and since the air doesn’t backup when your breathing hard it doesn’t fog as much as other masks.

The second improvement is a larger diameter breathing intake. While not normally an issue, if you start swimming hard and start taking in deep breaths, many of the cheap full face masks it can be tough to get enough air in, not so with the Ocean Reef.

They did a really good job with the purge valve. The valve has a ball that seals the snorkel once it’s in submerged.

It doesn’t stick like some of the cheaper snorkel masks tend to do, so when you want to dive down to get a closer look at something, it seals up instantly.

This way you don’t get any water in your mouth and if you have ever gotten a mouthful of salt water you know it’s not pleasant.

It has the second generation, flat viewing pane that all the masks in my review have. One of the notable advantages of the Ocean Reef is that it comes in 4 sizes making fitting the mask easier for kids and adults with larger faces.

If your style conscious or just want separate colors for all your masks so you know whose is whose, you have several options and some of the most unique colors of any of the full face snorkel masks I have seen.

#4 Seabeast AF90 Full Face Snorkel Mask

Ever since full face snorkel masks came out several years ago there have been a few improvements like the flat panel for distortion free viewing.

When I first looked at the Seabeast and saw the folding snorkel I thought, why didn’t anyone think of that before?

The snorkel folds down into the mask instead of you having to remove it for storage. Not only does it save you from losing it (I have lost several already) they also can break off if you drop the mask.

It uses a simple snap in “buckle” that locks the snorkel securely.

Have a GoPro? They give a mount that snaps over the buckle for the snorkel. You have to remove it however to fold the snorkel down.

The folding snorkel is not the only reason to buy the Seabeast (gotta love that name!). It also features a fogproof viewing pane that really doesn’t fog.

It is a quality mask, I was able to breathe normally through my nose and water did not come in through the snorkel because of one way purge valve, even when I dove under the water.

If you want to get a pair of fins, they offer a combo package with a small pair of travel fins. Perfect for traveling as they won’t take up to much room in your suitcase.

The combo package costs about the same as other snorkel masks without fins so it’s a no brainer to go with the combo.

Hard to go wrong here with the Seabeast!

#5 Greatever Foldable Snorkel Mask

The Greatever Full Face Snorkel Mask is a newcomer and as such they have taken the best features and combined them to create one of the better snorkel masks you can buy.

The folding snorkel is a nice feature, it really helps prevent breaking if the snorkel and having to remove it for storage (and losing it).

This is a really big deal because it allows more air into the mask. So if you start kicking to swim and breathing harder you can get all the air you need.

With other masks this can be a problem and you may have to take the mask off to get enough air, it also allows air to exit faster so the mask doesn’t fog.

The Greatever has the same flat view window that all the latest 2^nd generation masks have so it gives you distortion free visibility.

I noticed the silicone skirt that seals around your face is slightly wider so it gives you an excellent seal. The straps is fully adjustable giving a wide range of fit no matter what size or shape head you have.

The snorkel seals up instantly so you don’t get any water in your mouth plus it has an action camera mount available. I can’t find anything to dislike about the mask!

Traditional Snorkel Masks

Phantom Aquatics Panoramic Snorkel Mask

The Phantom Aquatics is a “traditional” snorkeling mask meaning you need a separate snorkel that you breathe through your mouth only.

Some people have “claustrophobia” issues with full face snorkel masks, if that describes you, then your best option is the Phantom Aquatics Snorkel Mask.

This snorkeling mask provides super clear vision with ease of maintenance. Phantom Aquatics Panoramic Scuba/Snorkel Mask comes as a snorkel set that contain an EZ Equalize nose pocket.

The mask has a patented single lens design that comes with a seamless side window for a panoramic field of vision, making the snorkeling experience enjoyable.

The double sealed silicone skirt makes sure that the fit is excellent with no leakage.

The vision is crystal clear with no fogging. The Phantom Aquatics Panoramic Scuba Mask comes with a new design for a snug fit, making the mask comfortable for the snorkeler. The mask carries a large exhaust and purge valve at the bottom for easy water clearing.

The lens design allows the snorkeler to see almost 180 degrees so you don’t miss a thing. The strap that comes with the mask is soft as well as wide making it comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.

However, it’s also stretchy enough to pull the mask down around the neck without any discomfort. Anyone who doesn’t want to shave, the Phantom Aquatics Panoramic Scuba mask allows a seal even with a beard.

A unique splash guard that can be found at the top of the snorkel to significantly reduce water entrance when snorkeling, while the completely dry top and bottom purge valve make it easy to dive down and keep the water out.

The silicone mouthpiece is a comfortable fit, allowing for hours of snorkeling in comfort. If you still insist on the traditional snorkel mask then the Phantom Aquatics Panoramic Scuba Mask is your best bet.

Promate Snorkeling Mask With Corrective Lenses

If your eyes have gotten bad over the years but you don’t want to give up snorkeling because of it, well here is the perfect solution: a prescription snorkel mask.

Now you can see everything crystal clear!

The Promate snorkel mask is a quality made product with tempered glass lens and a soft liquid silicone injected skirt and strap that molds to most any size face keeping water out.

The glass being tempered is significantly harder, more scratch resistant and stays crystal clear vs a polycarbonate lens.

The prescription lens are installed in the factory by trained and certified technicians and available in strengths from -1.0 to -10.0 by increments of 0.5./OP250.

One nice feature they provide is each lens can be a different strength. You just need to let them know what you need when ordering. The lens design gives you a wide field of view, about 150 degrees so you don’t miss a thing.

The one down side is it doesn’t come with a snorkel but they make one that is fully compatible with the mask.

So now those of us who don’t want to or can’t wear contacts we now have an option. It doesn’t come with a snorkel, so don’t forget to order one, I have a good recommendation below.

Promate Snorkel

If you decided to do with a “traditional” snorkel mask you may be wondering, What is the best snorkel? I think the Promate snorkel fits the bill and works with above Phantom Aquatics Panoramic Mask perfectly with its quick release clip.

This snorkel is fully submersible with a one way purge valve to keep water out plus a flexible silicone corrugated lower section so your jaw doesn’t get tired having to bite down hard to keep it in your mouth.

A new feature I have not seen on any snorkel is a whistle built in the bottom of the snorkel. If you blow into the bottom of the snorkel it functions as a whistle.

A nice safety feature!

Snorkel Mask Comparison Table

Full Face Snorkel Mask vs Traditional Snorkel Mask

The full face snorkel mask was invented several years ago by Tribord. They knew there had to be a better way for the average person to enjoy snorkeling. What they came up with is a mask that fits over your entire face instead of just your eyes and nose.

This allows you to breathe completely normal through your nose!

As you can see from the above picture, its looks competely different!

It’s now a one piece mask eliminating the separate snorkel. These new masks also completely eliminate fogging because they have a separate breathing chamber that is isolated from the view pane.

Your breathing is directed up through the snorkel and keeps the moist air from fogging the mask and allowing to snorkel in complete comfort!

FAQs – About Full Face Snorkel Masks

Q: Are full face snorkel masks appropriate for children?

A: With proper supervision, yes. They are ideally suited for children because its so easy for them to learn how to use one! They just breathe normally through their nose or mouth.

Traditional snorkels are not designed for kids and are usually too big and difficult for them to bite down on. Just be sure that the mask you are interested in offers a small or extra small size for their smaller face.

Q: Are full face snorkel masks safe?

A: There have been some reported problems with these new snorkel masks, its important to choose a quality one and be aware there are risks while snorkeling. FYI, I have never had any issues with these masks while using them.

Q: Is it worth buying a full face snorkel mask?

A: Definitely! They are so much easier to use than a traditional snorkel mask. These new designs make snorkeling much more fun because you can now relax and just focus on the beautiful scenery around you instead of worry about your breathing or mask fogging up and/or leaking.

One of their biggest advantages is you no longer need to bite down on the snorkel to keep in your mouth. There is no jaw fatigue and no gagging from having a snorkel in your mouth.

Q: Can I use a full face snorkel mask with facial hair?

A: Yes, the soft silicone skirt around the mask will still seal and prevent water from coming in. You may have to tighten it slightly more than normal to get a good seal.

Q: Can you breath under water with a full face snorkel mask?

A: No you can’t breath underwater with one. This is due to its primary design of the snorkel is to keep water out. The instant you dip under the water the snorkel valve closes keeping water out but also means you can’t breathe through it either.

If you are interested in staying under water consider scuba diving!

Q: How does the snorkel prevent water from coming in?

A: Full face snorkel masks use something that is called “dry top snorkel system”. It consists on a floating ball, that closes a valve as soon as the mask goes under water. This creates a seal and keeps out the water and prevents gagging.

Video: Trying out a Full Face Snorkel Mask.

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7 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Snorkel Mask Instead of Renting

1. Better quality – a full face snorkel mask gives you a full 180 degree visibility while not having to worry about choking and swallowing water with a cheap snorkel. Chances are very good the rental gear is going to be a traditional mask and snorkel so you won’t get all the benefits of a full face snorkel mask.
2. Convenience – You can use anytime you want instead of having to rent from a shop when they are open and have to worry about returning it.
3. Hygiene – You know who used it; you! You never have to worry if the shop cleaned and sanitized the snorkel. Do you really want to put something in your mouth that who knows how people did before you?
4. Better Fit – When you buy a mask you can get the exact size you need and if it doesn’t fit, return it to get the right size. This is why you should order well enough in advance of your vacation to allow for a return.
5. Cost Savings – If you rent your snorkel gear for more than one day, buying a quality snorkel mask will pay for itself. Every time after is then more money in your pocket.
6. More Familiar – When you buy your own mask, you can try it out first in the pool or the beach to make sure you are comfortable with it.
7. Use It Anytime – One of my favorite uses for my full face snorkel mask is doing laps in the pool! I get some weird looks but I love swimming now with a mask.

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Recommended Snorkeling Accessories:

Booties for Snorkeling

While most snorkel fins are comfortable, if they are a bit tight they will cause some rubbing and chaffing on your feet.

The best way to make sure this doesn’t happen to you and potentially ruining your day on the water is to spend a few extra dollars and get yourself a pair of snorkel booties.

Scubapro Cruiser Snorkeling Snorkel Vest

While most people do not have too much trouble staying afloat, (especially in salt water) it can be tiring if you are constantly having to tread water to stay afloat.

This can be especially true for men as we tend to have more muscle mass and find it harder to float. Having a snorkel vest will reduce your fatigue and make for a more enjoyable day on the water.

The other big reason it is worth it to purchase a snorkel flotation vest it will give you total confidence on the water. You wont have to worry that your going to drown and give you the confidence to snorkel if you have any fears.

GoPro HERO6 Black

There is no better way to record all of the beautiful sites you will see while snorkeling. While the GoPro is a little more than other underwater cameras/video recorders there is just no substitute for it. I have tried some of the cheaper ones and trust me they are NOT worth it.

Go with the best and don’t take a chance that you will miss recording everything you see with an inferior camera plus the picture/video quality is outstanding.

O’Neill Wetsuits 2mm Reactor Spring Suit

A wetsuit can really make a huge difference in how comfortable you are snorkeling. If you get cold easily then you will really appreciate the extra warmth a wet suit will give you. Unless the water temperature is above 85 degrees F (29.5C) you will quickly get a chill.

Nothing will ruin your day faster than having to get out of the water because you are cold. The wetsuit also has the added benefits of making you more buoyant so you don’t have to worry about treading water plus it gives you protection from accidentally brushing again coral and other sharp objects.

If you have never brushed against it, trust me, it stings! The O’Neill wetsuit is a relatively thin 2mm giving you enough protection and warmth without being uncomfortable of bulky.

Anti Fog Spray

Even though all the masks I have reviewed here have anti-fog technology in the lens, they can still fog up. The last thing you want is your mask fogging up while your trying to enjoy the scenery. For the small amount of money it cost to buy the spray it is worth it.

How to Choose the Best Snorkeling Mask for You

• • Types of Snorkel Mask
  • Fitting the Mask
  • Comfort
  • Lens Quality
  • Snorkel Mask Features
  • Defogging Your Snorkel Mask
  • Prepare The Mask Before First Time Use
  • Caring for your mask

Types of Snorkel Mask

Just a few years ago this question would not have been asked but there are now two types of snorkel masks. Let’s take a look at them:

Full Face – The latest evolution of snorkeling masks. This type of mask fits over your nose and mouth allowing you to breathe out of your nose or mouth. The ability to breathe from your nose and not needing a separate snorkel is the primary advantage. The disadvantage is that some people have a feeling of claustrophobia with these types of masks.

Traditional Mask – This is what you probably think of when someone says snorkel mask. They cover your nose and eyes only. You breathe through a separate snorkel in your mouth. These masks have been around for decades and work fine but some people have trouble breathing through their mouth.

Fitting Your Snorkel Mask

When you’re in search of a top rated snorkeling mask, your primary concern is making sure that the mask fits you just right.

The skirt, which is the rubber-like part of the mask that contacts with your face is intended to create a watertight seal.

An improper fit of the skirt will cause the mask to leakage and discomfort. If there’s a leak between your face and the skirt you will constantly have to take the mask off to clear the water out.

In the case with a full face mask, you will have to lift your head out of the water and let the water drain out or take it off.

An improper fitting mask will also fog up, dramatically limiting visibility.

In order to make sure that your snorkeling mask has a proper fit, it’s a good idea to measure your face before buying one. Check if your face is narrow or wide, and the distance between your eyes. All these factors should be considered before purchasing your mask.

If you have the ability to test out a mask in person, pull the straps over the top of the mask and wear the mask on your face, without putting the strap around your head.

If you gently push it against your face it should create suction that holds it against your face without needing the straps.

Check in front of a mirror where the skirt foot lies between your lips and nose. The hard frame of glass shouldn’t rest on your nose and there should be a gap between your eyes and the skirt.

Comfort

Once you’re in the water, there’s little you can do to make yourself more comfortable. The mask should be comfortable without being too tight or too loose on your face. In order to find the perfect comfort, you can do certain.

Hold the mask gently against your face with the strap looped towards the front. Then inhale through your nose to see if the mask manages to stay in place without an air leakage.

If you don’t have to continuously suck in through your nose that means the mask has created a seal for you.

Check to see if the skirt rests evenly around your face. Adjust the strap, and put the mask on and evaluate how the mask feels on your face. It needs to be comfortable, you don’t want to be in water with an ill-fitting uncomfortable mask.

Attach the snorkel to the mask and put the mouthpiece in your mouth. Doing that should not significantly change how the mask fits on your face.

Look around to see if there are any blind spots limiting your visibility. Generally a more expensive mask with have a better quality skirt and lens making them a better buy.

Lens Quality

Manufacturers often claim that they produce ‘no fog’ lenses. However, this is not possible at all times, as hardly any mask lens is completely ‘no fog’.

Masks have either a single, twin or even multiple lens configurations as well as various lens shapes. Special coatings can be applied to the lens so it is scratch resistant.

It’s important to know what the single, twin or multiple lens mean in snorkeling masks. The single lens masks present no frame across the bridge of the nose. However, it’s not possible to make them with prescription lenses.

Multiple lens masks on the other hand, feature a window pane to either side of the mask, which help make the mask give a more spacious feeling with better peripheral vision.

It’s also important to know that some of the lenses come with a special tinting that make images clearer by decreasing glare as well as filtering out certain wavelengths of light giving better underwater visibility.

Second generation full face masks have a single lens and now feature a flat lens dramatically increasing your visibility over the older “bubble” style.

Snorkel Mask Features

Purge Valve

All good snorkels have a purge valve, this is a one way valve and is what allows you to blow into the snorkel to force the water out so you can breathe through it again.

Skirt

The material from which the mask skirt is made is an important consideration. Its simple task is to provide a good seal keeping water out while snorkeling.

Purchase a mask that contains a skirt made of high grade silicone as it provide you with the best level of comfort as well as a superior level of sealing.

You can find inexpensive masks with rubber or plastics skirts but they become brittle and crack over time and with use and not recommended.

One feature of a high quality snorkeling mask is a secondary skirt, which increases the seal and reduces the possibility of leaks.

Advancements in materials have paved way for silicone skirts that are thinner and more comfortable. Additives can also mixed with the silicone in higher quality masks to increase the life of them by reducing the damage caused by UV rays.

Tip: shave your beard and/or mustache before you go in the water, its not possible to get a good seal with the facial hair.

Frame

Standard masks are either framed or frameless. The framed masks have a rigid frame that keeps the skirt, lenses, buckles as well as straps in place. If you’re fashion savvy, framaed masks are also available in a variety of colors, adding a touch of style to your snorkel mask.

Frameless masks may come across as sleeker and are typically less expensive, but it’s important to consider the benefits of the framed masks as they typically have a better fit and last longer.

All newer full face masks are all framed masks so this is not a consideration for them only “traditional” snorkel masks.

Straps and Buckles

Make sure that you buy a mask with wide straps as they provide an extra degree of comfort, stretch and flexibility. The straps should easily adjust to fit to different sizes of heads.

A buckle system that’s user friendly and simple to adjust is a critical feature of a quality mask. Better quality masks have a simple to push button release so you don’t have to fiddle with adjusting buckles.

Newer model masks have also incorporated the buckles in the strap and away from the frame so they much easier to adjust.

Dry Snorkel

This is probably the most important part of the snorkel and is what keeps the water out of the snorkel and your mouth. Its a valve that using a floating ball that closes the snorkel and seals out water when a waves splashes over the snorkel or you dive under the water.

If you don’t have a dry snorkel you will probably end up swallowing a lot of salt water! Be aware, cheap snorkels from the big box stores may not be dry snorkels.

How To Defog A Snorkel Mask

If you have been snorkeling for any amount of time you may be wondering; Why does my snorkel mask fog up?

Fogging is due to the water vapor in the air that meets with the cooler glass and forming microscopic water droplets on the lens. Simply put, the more the humidity in the air the more fogging you will have.

After having purchased your snorkel mask, it’s important to get it ready for the first use. There are certain things that need to be done before getting into the water.

In order to defog your snorkeling mask as well as to precondition it, it’s important to know what causes fog on your lenses and how to avoid it.

The use of a surfactant such as a commercial anti-fog or even your spit will normally take care of any fogging issues. Just don’t apply it too soon before going in the water, best to do it right before jumping in.

How To Prepare Your Snorkel Mask For First Use

Constant mask fogging is caused by presence of a fogging agent such as residue from the manufacture process, it’s important to pre-treat the mask before use.

Wash your mask in warm soapy water in order to remove the manufacturer’s lubricant that’s applied to keep the silicon skirts from losing its color and flexibility.

Apply a mild abrasive cleaner to the inside of the glass lenses. However, this is not recommended for plastic lenses of full face masks as it can scratch the lenses.

You can even use toothpaste as a simple solution to thoroughly clean the lens to prevent it from fogging. Just make sure it’s a paste not the gel type.

How to Care For A Snorkeling Mask

Regardless if you buy the older style mask that covers your eyes and nose only or the latest full face snorkel masks, caring for the mask is important if you want it to last.

The first thing you should be mindful of is what you clean the mask with. Using a polyester “dry” shirt can put fine scratches on the lens. Make sure you only use cotton or a cloth designed or cleaning lens.

If you wear suntan lotion, be sure to clean it off after done using the mask with soap and water. Suntan lotion will cause the soft silicone to harden and degrade over time.

Lastly, make sure you store the mask in its carry bag one your done, it will protect it from scratches.

As you have to consider many factors before purchasing a snorkel mask, it’s important to know what brands and models are worth buying. Sticking to the models reviewed here will ensure you get the right full face snorkel mask for you.

While not as important as the snorkel mask, a good set of snorkeling fins is pretty important, here is a guide to snorkel fins.

If your new to snorkeling, see our beginners guide on how to snorkel.

Enjoy your day on the water!

How We Researched

To come up with the top full face snorkel masks, we researched a variety of sources for reviews such as Leisurepro, Divermag, DiversDirect and Scuba Pro along with our own personal experience.

We also consulted online magazines for product research and reviews to get as much unbiased information as we could. To help weed out fake reviews we used Fakespot.com to make sure we only looked at genuine reviews.

With so much quality gear available, we had to narrow it down based on what we felt were the best options were for the price. The author, Richard Remick has a wide background in scuba diving and snorkeling in many countries, both shore and from boats.

The author is a PADI certified advanced diver with almost a decade of experience and is eager to share his knowledge with readers.

To help narrow down the selection we used personal experiences along with recommendations from fellow divers, bloggers and dive guides.

After extensive research, we came up with our list to help you choose the right one for you.

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