Surface Air Consumption vs Kraken NextGen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Surface Air Consumption
This utility calculates surface air consumption (SAC) rates and air needs at depth using only user-provided dive profile data. It does not compute nitrogen absorption or decompression limits. Always prioritize safety and consult official decompression tables.
- Calculates SAC Rate
- Estimates air requirements at depth
- User input based calculations
- Dive profile analysis
- Focuses solely on air consumption
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This software calculates Surface Air Consumption (SAC Rate) and air requirements at depth based on user input data ONLY. This software DOES NOT calculate nitrogen absorption and/or decompression limits. Please see US Navy decompression tables for that information. This software only calculates how much air is required based on user entered data and dive profile. Know your limits and dive within them. Always error on the side of safety. Leridian Dynamics, Inc. assumes no liability for the use and/or misuse of this software.
Kraken NextGen
Enhance your underwater photography and track dives with AI-powered image improvements and detailed dive logging. This app works with smart housings to provide real-time data and safety timers for a superior diving experience.
- AI Image Enhancement
- AI Color Correction
- AI Image Denoise
- Comprehensive Dive Logs
- Real-Time Dive Tracking
- Cool-Down Timers
- Decompression Calculations
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Kraken NextGen is your all-in-one app for underwater photography and dive tracking, designed to pair seamlessly with Kraken Sports Smart Housing. Rebuilt from the ground up, Kraken NextGen takes your underwater experience to the next level with cutting-edge features, including: • AI Image Enhancement: Let our AI improve photo quality with intelligent adjustments. • AI Color Correction: Achieve accurate, vibrant colors in underwater shots. • AI Image Denoise: Reduce noise and maintain clarity for stunning visuals. • Comprehensive Dive Logs: Log and review all dive data, including depth and temperature. • Real-Time Dive Tracking: Keep track of critical stats during your dive. • Cool-Down Timers: Utilize fly and dive cool-down timers for safety. • Decompression Calculations: Stay informed with on-screen decompression data for each dive. • Unlock the full potential of your Kraken Smart Housing and redefine your underwater adventure with KrakenNextGen. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://krakensports.ca/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Surface Air Consumption at 5.0 against Kraken NextGen's 2.8. Surface Air Consumption also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). On price, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Kraken NextGen sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Surface Air Consumption asks for nothing beyond the download.
Surface Air Consumption holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Surface Air Consumption's written reviews are positive against 67% of Kraken NextGen's.
Surface Air Consumption ships an update weekly, Kraken NextGen every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Surface Air Consumption | Kraken NextGen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 2.8 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.6 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 322 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Leridian Dynamics, Inc. | DATS Sports |
Customer experience
Surface Air Consumption
Kraken NextGen
In-app purchases
Surface Air Consumption
No in-app purchases
Kraken NextGen
- Kraken Pro Weekly7 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Kraken Pro Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Kraken Pro Half-Yearly7 Days trial$49.996 Months
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- Kraken Pro Yearly7 Days trial$79.991 Year
