Buying a dive mask online has always involved a bit of a gamble. Every diver's face is different, and even the best mask on paper can leak, fog, or pinch if the seal doesn't match your face shape. That's the exact problem Cressi MaskFit AR was built to solve. It's a free, 30-second online face scan that maps your facial geometry and recommends the Cressi masks most likely to give you a comfortable, watertight fit, so you're not left ordering three masks and returning two.
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Why Cressi MaskFit AR changes the way you shop for masks
For years, the safest way to buy a dive mask was to try it on in person, press it gently to your face without the strap, and check for a proper seal. That's still a great method if you're standing in Mike's Dive Store in Chiswick. But if you're diving abroad, ordering gear ahead of a trip, or simply don't live near a shop, trying on masks in person isn't always realistic. MaskFit AR was designed for exactly that gap, bringing the fit-check experience to your phone, wherever you are.
The technology works by scanning the fit points that actually matter for a mask seal: the width and depth of your face, the shape of your nose bridge, and the contours around your eyes and cheeks. It then cross-references those measurements against Cressi's mask range and ranks the models most likely to seal properly on your face. No photos are taken, stored, or transmitted at any point — the scan works entirely from on-device measurement, which keeps the process quick, private, and reassuring for anyone slightly wary of handing a face photo to a website.
A good mask fit is not a luxury. It's the seal.
No photos taken, stored or transmitted — the scan is built around on-device measurement.
Built for real mask fit decisions — it measures the geometry that affects seal, comfort and choice.
Ideal for online customers — reduces uncertainty when you can't try masks on in-store.
Quick, simple and free — no specialist hardware, no app download, no account needed.
🔐 Privacy first
Patented technology that recommends the right Cressi mask without ever needing a photo of your face.
How the free face scan works
Getting matched takes less time than filling out a returns form. Here's what happens:
- Open MaskFit AR on your phone and follow the on-screen guide.
- The scan analyses the facial measurements that affect mask seal, comfort, and stability.
- You receive a ranked list of Cressi masks, best fit first.
- Order with confidence, knowing the mask you've chosen was matched to your actual face shape.
The whole thing takes about 30 seconds, needs no app download, and doesn't require an account. If you're browsing from a desktop, you'll be prompted to scan a QR code with your phone instead, since the scan itself needs a front-facing camera.
01 · SCAN
Point and scan
Hold your phone up and follow the on-screen guide. Takes under 30 seconds.
02 · ANALYSE
Measure the fit points
MaskFit AR reads the measurements that affect seal, comfort and stability.
03 · MATCH
Get ranked matches
Your best Cressi mask options are ranked by fit, so you can choose with confidence.
04 · DIVE
Order with confidence
Less trial and error, fewer leaks, a better chance of getting it right first time.
Why mask fit is about the seal, not the style
It's easy to choose a mask based on looks, lens shape, or brand reputation, and there's nothing wrong with wanting a mask that looks good. But a great mask that doesn't seal is just an expensive way to get a wet face underwater. Fit problems usually show up as a slow trickle along the top of the nose, pressure on the bridge, or a seal that breaks the moment you smile or talk into a snorkel. None of that is about build quality — it's about whether the skirt shape matches your face.
This is where Cressi MaskFit AR earns its keep. Instead of guessing which mask "usually fits most faces," it looks at your specific measurements and narrows the Cressi lineup down to the models most likely to work for you personally. That's a meaningful shift for anyone who has bought a mask online before, only to find the seal doesn't hold once they're in the water.
What makes MaskFit AR worth trying
A few things make this scan stand out from a typical online sizing guide:
- Privacy by design — the scan doesn't take, store, or transmit facial photos, so there's no image of your face sitting on a server anywhere.
- Built specifically for mask fit — it's not a generic face-shape quiz, it's measuring the geometry that determines seal and comfort.
- Genuinely useful for remote customers — if you can't get into the Chiswick store to try masks on, this is the next best thing.
- Free and fast — no specialist hardware, no download, no account, done in under a minute.
The scan has already been used more than a million times globally, across 87 countries and 8 languages, with a reported fit accuracy of 99%. That's not a small trial run, it's a technology that's been tested at scale, on real faces, in real diving markets.
Who should use Cressi MaskFit AR
This scan is useful for almost anyone buying a mask, but it's especially worth doing if you fall into one of these groups:
- You're ordering a mask online and can't try it on in person first.
- You've had leaking or fogging issues with masks in the past and suspect it's a fit problem, not a product fault.
- You're stocking up ahead of a trip and want to get it right the first time, without the hassle of exchanges.
If any of that sounds familiar, running the scan before you order takes a few seconds and removes most of the guesswork.
FAQs
Does Cressi MaskFit AR take or store photos of my face?
No. The scan is built around on-device measurement, and no photos are taken, stored, or transmitted at any stage.
Do I need to download an app to use it?
No. MaskFit AR runs directly in your phone's browser, there's no app to install and no account to create.
Can I use MaskFit AR on a desktop computer?
The scan itself needs a front-facing camera, so on desktop you'll scan a QR code to open it on your phone instead.
How accurate is the fit recommendation?
Cressi MaskFit AR reports a 99% fit accuracy rate across more than a million scans completed worldwide.
Does this replace trying a mask on in-store?
If you can get to Mike's Dive Store in Chiswick, trying a mask on in person is still the gold standard. MaskFit AR is designed for everyone else — divers ordering online, buying remotely, or shopping from outside the UK.
Key takeaways
Cressi MaskFit AR is a free, 30-second face scan that recommends the best-fitting Cressi masks for your face shape.
No photos are taken, stored, or transmitted — the scan works entirely from on-device measurement.
It's ideal for anyone who can't try masks on in-store, including customers ordering ahead of a trip or from outside the UK.
The technology has completed over a million scans globally, with a 99% reported fit accuracy.
Ready to find your fit? Run your free Cressi MaskFit AR scan before you order, and you'll know exactly which mask is worth adding to your basket. Still unsure, or comparing a couple of models? Our team can talk you through the results on a free video consultation, or you can pop into the Chiswick store to try the shortlist on in person. And, you can also always email us at support@mikesdivestore.com and we'll help you get it right the first time.
