Looking for comfort, stability and control? Try one of these scuba diving BCs on for size.

Seac Sherpa

Giant-stride into the water with this BC, and you’ll get what the folks at Seac mean when they say they improved stability and weight distribution with the Sherpa’s innovative 3-D back-inflate design. The bladder surrounds the cylinder, keeping everything secure, whether you are at the surface or at depth. It’s also equipped with Seac’s Q&S weight system, AHS Frame-to-Back harness system, and fully adjustable straps. US $689; seacusa.com

Cressi Start Pro 2.0

This BC received across-the-board superlatives when we dived the first-generation. The brand-new, budget-friendly Start Pro 2.0 boasts an ultralight rigid back plate, external ballast-carrying pockets with quick-release safety buckles, two large cargo pockets, three pressure-relief valves, and four plastic D-rings. US $329.95; cressiusa.com

Zeagle Stainless-Steel Back-Plate Combo

Build the ultimate scuba diving rig with this expandable platform. With its capability to mount single or double cylinders, along with crotch straps, scooter rings, sling bottles and more, Zeagle’s stainless back plate with a simple, single-webbing harness gives tech-minded divers endless options for customization. US$449.95; zeagle.com

Scubapro Hydros Pro

The Hydros Pro has an ingenious design that allows you to convert quickly from a travel BC with an injection-molded Monprene Gel harness to an integrated-weight BC. The extremely compact size when packed makes it perfect for any destination and any dive. $839 w/ BPI; $959 w/ Air2; scubapro.com