Comparison

Z dive log vs Mares App

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Z dive log

Easily manage your SCUBAPRO Z1 dive computer logs and settings. Download dive data via Bluetooth, add details like location and photos, and configure your dive computer's preferences.

Highlights
  • Download dive logs via Bluetooth
  • Enter and edit dive log details
  • Add photos to dive logs
  • View dive statistics at a glance
  • Configure Z1 dive computer settings
  • Save and share depth graph images
Read full description

With "Z dive log" and "SCUBAPRO Diving Computer Z1" you can enjoy diving log management and Z1 settings easily. You can download Z1's diving log data via Bluetooth and you can enter the diving point, weather etc on the smartphone. ● Download dive logs Tap the upper right "Download" button of Z dive log then set your Z1 to Bluetooth Mode "ON", Z dive log automatically start downloading dive logs. If the "Download button is not displayed, tap the "Dive Log" button at the bottom of the display. Downloaded logs are displayed in the Dive Log List and you can check log list by swiping. On the Dive Log List screen, you can check the total dive times, total dive time, maximum water depth and maximum dive time etc at a glance, and you can tap each log to see the details. - List of Z1 log items that can be downloaded by Z dive log Date Start time End time Depth Graph* Max. Depth Avg. Depth Max. Depth Temp O2 Indicator N2 Indicator Warnings * Depth graph is created automatically. ● Checking, entering, and correcting dive log details You can enter the log details when you tap each log from Dive Log List. You can fill in the same way as the paper log book, such as Location, Spot, photos, tanks, exposure protection, sea condition, buddy/instructor and comments. If you attach a photo, the photo will be displayed on the Dive Log List screen and you can enjoy a colorful logbook. You can put 3 photos, main photo, instructor photo and buddy photo in one log. - List of items that can be input / modified in Z dive log Location Location Spot Entry Dive Log Date Start time End time Depth Graph Max. Depth Avg. Depth Min Temp O2 Indicator N2 Indicator Warnings Photo Tank Tank Material Gas Tank Capacity Start Pressure End Pressure Exposure Protection Suit Glove Boot Hood Inner Weight Sea Condition Weather Temperature Surface Temperature Bottom Temperature Visibility Wave Height Current Surge Wind Direction Wind Speed Buddy/Instructor Instructor Instructor No. Instructor Photo Buddy Buddy Photo Comments ● Saving the Depth Graph Image Tap the image of the depth graph on the log detail screen to save the depth graph image. You can upload the saved image to SNS or check on the PC. ●Tap the "Z1 Setting Change" tab at the bottom of the screen. On the Z1 Setting Change screen, you can set Basic Configuration, Dive Setting, Alarm Setting, Timer Setting, Configuring Time and Date Settings and World Time. You can change the Z1 settings from Z dive log. Tap the "Reading" button at the top right of the screen and tap the CONNECT button. Set your Z1 to Bluetooth Mode and press PLAN button once to change Bluetooth state "ON". Starts connection and reads the Z1 settings. After reading, you can change Z1 settings from Z dive log. Change the item you want to change and tap the "Writing" button and set your Z1 to Bluetooth Mode "ON", the Z1 settings are changed. -Z dive log Setting · Support menu list App Settings App color scheme Restore deleted Dive Log Items of Log display Tank Exposure Protection Sea Condition Buddy/Instructor Photo Unit Depth Temperature Pressure Volume Weight Log Data Export About Z dive log Web manual Introducing app to friends Write a review on the app store ● Export Log data CSV Choose the Export menu from the Settings / Support menu. A confirmation message will be displayed. Save the CSV data to the destination you want to save. You can check the saved CSV data on the PC.

About

Mares App

Transform your Apple Watch Ultra into a dive computer, recording dives directly on your wrist. Log scuba, freediving, and technical dives, manage dive sites, and track underwater wildlife sightings. Share your adventures with dive buddies and keep your equipment details organized.

Highlights
  • Apple Watch Ultra dive computer integration
  • Digital dive logbook
  • Dive site database and management
  • Underwater wildlife tracking
  • Dive buddy sharing
  • Dive equipment management
  • Firmware updates
Features
Read full description

APPLE WATCH ULTRA DIVE COMPUTER Transform your Ultra into a dive computer. Record dives directly on your wrist and sync automatically to the Mares App. (In-app purchase required.) DIGITAL LOGBOOK: Log your Scuba, Freediving, Extended Range and Rebreather (SCR/CCR) dives in seconds via Bluetooth. Easily share your dives via QR code. Add new dives with your device’s GPS and download your dives from selected dive computers (1*). DIVE SITES: With the help of the Mares dive site database, you can immediately assign a dive site to your logged dives. You can also add your own private dive sites and share them with your dive buddies using a QR code. You can download your dive data directly from selected Mares dive computers . WILDLIFE: A variety of local wildlife is already stored in the app for individual dive sites. This means you can immediately assign the highlights of your underwater encounters to your logged dives. Your sightings are displayed on your personal world map. DIVE BUDDIES: Easily add your dive buddies via QR code or manually in the app. Share your best dives and most exciting animal encounters with friends using the Mares app. STATISTICS: All your dives and data can be seen at a glance, including your longest or deepest dive, your average dive time and more! DIGITAL EQUIPMENT: Store important dive equipment details, including serial numbers, photos and invoices. Enter maintenance dates and keep track of when your equipment needs to be serviced. NEWS AND VIDEOS: Stay up-to-date with all the latest news and videos from the world of water sports and diving. FIRMWARE: When you connect your dive computer to the app, you will be able to confirm if you have the latest firmware. As soon as it is outdated, you will receive a message regarding the newest firmware to download. TABLES: Here you will find useful information such as decompression tables and emergency scenarios. 1* Currently available for MARES Sirius, Sirius L, Sirius Hunter, Horizon, Genius, Quad CI, Quad 2, Quad Air, Quad, Puck 4, Puck Pro EZ, Puck lite, Puck Pro, Puck Pro Plus, Puck Air 2, Smart, Smart Apnea, Smart Air Terms of Use (EULA) Mares App for Apple Watch Ultra: https://my.divessi.com/published/viewhls/awu_terms_v1/2

Screenshots

Z dive log4 screens
Mares App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Z dive log at 5.0 against Mares App's 4.5. Z dive log also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and review sentiment (58% vs 48%). Mares App's advantage is ratings volume (189 vs 1) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mares App sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Z dive log asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Z dive log holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mares App has 189 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Z dive log's written reviews are positive against 48% of Mares App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Z dive log ships an update every 4 months, Mares App every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Z dive log versus Mares App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZ dive logMares App
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.5 (189 ratings)
Positive reviews58.3% of reviews — better48.1% of reviews
Number of ratings1189 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB203 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSCUBAPRO ASIA LTD.Head Watersports S.p.A.

Customer experience

Z dive log

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive58.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative25.0%

Mares App

All ratings189 ratings
Positive89.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews108 reviews
Positive48.1%
Neutral12.0%
Negative39.8%

In-app purchases

None

Z dive log

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Mares App

Subscriptions8
  • Snorkel Only$2.991 Month
  • Full Featured Month (Housing Only)3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Full Featured Month (Ultra Only)3 Days trial$6.991 Month
Show 5 more
  • MARES Fully Featured Monthly3 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Full Featured Yearly (Housing Only)3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Full Featured Yearly (Ultra Only)3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • MARES Fully Featured Yearly3 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • MARES Fully Featured Yearly Family3 Days trial$119.991 Year

Questions

Is Z dive log free?
Z dive log is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mares App free?
Mares App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Z dive log or Mares App?
Z dive log is rated higher. Z dive log averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Mares App averages 4.5 from 189 ratings.
Do Z dive log or Mares App have ads?
Neither Z dive log nor Mares App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Z dive log or Mares App?
Z dive log ships an update every 4 months, and Mares App every 4 weeks. Most recently, Z dive log was updated on October 6, 2026 and Mares App on October 18, 2026.

Other comparisons