Shearwater has just changed the game again.
Launching 1 December, the brand-new Shearwater Swift GPS brings reliable surface GPS/GNSS location tracking to all current Shearwater air-integrated computers — without needing to buy a new device. This means that divers using a Peregrine TX, Tern TX, Teric, Perdix 2, Perdix AI, Petrel 3 or even the NERD 2 can now log accurate dive entry and exit coordinates, map their dive sites and see their global diving history with unprecedented precision.
For the first time, Shearwater divers can combine real-time gas pressure, GTR and transmitter accuracy with exact location logging, opening the door to safer, smarter and far more accurate dive documentation.
And with the launch of the new Dive Shearwater app, all GPS data captured by the Swift GPS is beautifully displayed in an interactive map built directly into each dive log.
This is the future of dive logging — and it works seamlessly with the computer you already own.
Why the Shearwater Swift GPS Matters
Until now, GPS-enabled dive computers were limited to specific high-end models. Shearwater has taken a completely different approach — instead of tying GPS to a new flagship computer, they built a transmitter that brings this feature to the entire air-integrated ecosystem.
With Swift GPS you can now:
- Capture accurate entry and exit GPS coordinates
- Automatically map your dive location inside the Dive Shearwater app
- Log dive-site names when available
- Build a world map of your entire diving history
- Add a new layer of precision to your gas-integrated dive logs
This means better logging for recreational divers, better site records for technical divers, and better documentation for professionals, instructors and explorers.
How the Swift GPS works
The Swift GPS sits on your first stage like any other AI transmitter. Before and after each dive, when the transmitter is on the surface, it activates its GNSS receiver, accessing:
- GPS L1C/A
- Galileo E1B/C
- BeiDou B1l
This multi-constellation support gives the Swift GPS impressive accuracy, with:
- 2 m location resolution
- 4 m real-world accuracy (conditions dependent)
- Location reporting every ~5 seconds
Once you submerge, the transmitter behaves like a traditional Swift:
sending tank pressure, GTR and gas data to your computer in real time using Shearwater’s advanced collision-avoidance protocol.
When the dive ends, the Swift GPS reacquires satellites on the surface and captures your exit position. These coordinates, along with your entire dive log, sync to the Dive Shearwater app.
Full Compatibility Across the Shearwater Line
One Swift GPS works with every current air-integrated Shearwater model:
- Peregrine TX
- Tern TX
- Teric
- Perdix 2
- Perdix AI
- Petrel 3
- NERD 2
Only a simple firmware update is required — no hardware changes.
And if you’re running multiple transmitters?
You only need one Swift GPS in your setup. All other tanks can use normal Swift transmitters.
Core Features of the Swift GPS
Surface GPS/GNSS Logging
Captures precise dive site coordinates before and after the dive.
Advanced Collision Avoidance
Shearwater’s signature protocol allows multiple transmitters to operate at once without interference.
True Plug-and-Play Installation
Screws into any standard 7/16" HP port — no tools needed.
User-Replaceable CR2 Battery
Up to 100 dive hours or two years of standby time.
Durable, Dive-Ready Engineering
- Depth-rated to 200 m
- Pressure-rated to 300 bar
- Rugged 316 stainless-steel components
- LED status indicator
Dive Shearwater App: The Essential Companion
The Swift GPS reaches its full potential when paired with the completely redesigned Dive Shearwater app. Rebuilt from the ground up, the app provides a modern, fast and intuitive digital logbook built for the next generation of Shearwater features.
Inside the new app, Swift GPS data unlocks:
- A full map view of every dive
- Site name identification (where available)
- Accurate entry and exit markers
- A world map of your diving history
- Clean, detailed dive profiles
- Editable logs with notes, tags, photos, gear and buddies
Add in firmware updates, device management and seamless wireless syncing, and the Dive Shearwater app becomes the natural home for all your dive data.
Why Divers Will Love This Upgrade
For recreational divers:
Find and revisit your favourite sites, track your travel dives, and finally have dive logs that show exactly where you were.
For instructors and guides:
Record student entry points, create precise site documentation and build reliable maps for future dives.
For technical divers:
Combine exact surface positions with multi-tank pressure data for more accurate planning and record-keeping.
For travellers and explorers:
Create a global library of your dives — from the first descent to the most remote expedition.
FAQs:
Does the
Swift GPS work with my Shearwater dive computer?
Yes — it works with all air-integrated Shearwater models listed above after a firmware update.
How is the
Swift GPS different from the Swift?
The
Swift GPS provides the same air integration into your dive computer as the original
Swift, with the added benefit of capturing your dive coordinates upon entry and exit. The GPS function does drain the battery quicker so there is also a difference in battery life between the two models.
Do I need the new
Dive Shearwater app?
Yes. The app is where your GPS locations, maps and global dive history are displayed.
Can the
Swift GPS track me underwater?
No. GPS/GNSS signals do not penetrate water. Tracking happens only on the surface.
What does the
Swift GPS record?
Surface GPS coordinates, entry/exit points, and location names when available.
Is the
Swift GPS still a normal AI transmitter?
Yes. It sends real-time tank pressure, GTR and gas data during the dive.
Can I use multiple transmitters?
Absolutely — you only need one Swift GPS. Other tanks can use standard Swift transmitters.
What battery does it use?
A user-replaceable CR2 3V lithium battery, lasting up to 100 dive hours.
Is installation easy?
Yes — simply screw it into any HP port with no tools required.
Where are the maps shown?
In the Dive Shearwater app inside each individual dive log and on your global dive-history map.
Does the app cost anything?
No — it’s completely free for all Shearwater users.
Final Thoughts
The launch of the Shearwater Swift GPS and the new Dive Shearwater app marks a major leap forward in digital dive logging. For the first time, divers can combine precise surface GPS tracking with Shearwater’s trusted air-integration technology, creating a richer, more accurate and more valuable dive record than ever before. Whether you’re exploring local sites or travelling the world, the Swift GPS brings meaningful detail to every entry and exit point, while the new app provides a modern, intuitive home for your entire dive history. Together, they elevate the Shearwater ecosystem into a smarter, more connected future — and ensure that every dive you make is logged exactly the way it deserves to be.
Ready to Upgrade Your Dive Logging?
Unlock precise surface tracking, seamless mapping and the most advanced dive-logging experience Shearwater has ever created. Explore the Shearwater Swift GPS and download the Dive Shearwater app to take your dive records to the next level. Your best-documented dives start here.
