San Diego Divers

"Wow! I called to see if they happened to have a part that was discontinued due to part shortage. They had it but i was quoted a price almost twice as much as what it used to go for. I called them out on it and was told "but it's discontinued now, you cant find it anywhere". So apparently then it’s ok to sell them for a rip off price…. He also totally made the price up (on the phone) saying “I can probably sell them to you for….$”. Wow. I’ve been to this place once physically, didn’t find what i looked for but after this quick phone experience i cannot recommend and would never go back. Pure rip off attempt. The fact that he said “i can probably sell them for” is 100% an indication that he just made it up on the spot. Regarding the comment by the owner: I was told those were “the past few” purchased at trident. Well, trident, like any other reputable company don’t ramp up prices just because it’s the last few available products. Unless they are buying through a private person or eBay, to then rip off customers. So shady….."

"LOVE THIS SHOP! Been using House of Scuba for 4 years not knowing these guys opened this shop 2 years ago. Oh the time I wasted at HOS, when instead SDD shop has been here! For comparison, at HOS, even air fills were done next day, and half the stuff I ordered was screwed up. SDD on the other hand, OMG! Same day VIS on my tanks! While you wait Nitrox! Their front desk staff are Tech Divers with tons of experience with New Divers and Seasoned alike! Seriously, I'm a beach diver with 500+, cheap and easy so I can dive before or after work without pissing off my Mrs is all I'm looking for. San Diego Divers have renewed my passion for exploring the sea (and maybe saved my marriage) ! Thank You! Plus, Sorrento Valley is super convenient to drive to! Just 10 minutes to Del Mar, or 20 to LA Jolla Shores. GREAT DUDES! YOU WON'T REGRET CONVERTING! LOVE THIS SHOP!"

"Everyone here is super nice and friendly. Bought my Halcyon BC at this place. Lonnie not only helped me put it together but also gave me a quick history lesson on cave diving & GUE :). After that I went in for a couple other things I needed and was happy every time. It is THE dive shop that has everything you need."

"No question Lonnie and Malcom are knowledgeable. I did the usual basic/advanced/nitrox training here years ago. Never had issues with getting gear serviced or fills. Tried to take the plunge with them into some more specialty courses, but I really couldn't get a date with them. Emails went unanswered and calls always resulted in some reason or another to wait for a call back that never happened. Ultimately, a bit disappointed to go somewhere else after months of trying, but I still think this is overall a good shop for basic things."

"Malcolm is a surly, argumentative owner who has no business interacting with the public; he even seems to annoy his partner. I took two regulators in for service. Both worked o.k. but one definitely leaked and forced air into my mouth. When I returned to pick them up; Both regulators and octopuses mouth pieces were in a plastic bag. They had serviced one fist stage but not the one that wasn't working well. Despite Malcolm saying they tested everything first. Malcolm forgot to change out a bad gauage hose; didn't reassemble my equipment; and, changed out a BC hose that couldn't reach my BC snap-on attachment. On my first visit, Malcolm was complaining about a customer he had been talking on the phone with. This owner always seems angry; can't remember what he tells you; and, in my opinion, should be kept in a back room and kept from interacting with customers. Will not be returning - EVER! The other owner is very nice and accommodating."