Scubapro Hydros X Balanced Inflator Men's with Color Kit Installed (Do

Description

Designed for scuba diving, the Hydros X Balanced Inflator BCD with color kit installed offers a front-adjustable fit featuring injection-molded Monprene thermoplastic shoulders and a back pad that contour to your torso for a tailored feel. Built with EndurTex nylon construction, this BCD combines a durable, lightweight bladder with UV and chemical resistance to perform reliably underwater.

The system provides balanced lift and practical integration for underwater gear handling. Rotating quick-release shoulder buckles improve strap routing and fit customization, while an integrated Front Weight System with simple, one-handed operation supports stable buoyancy control. Two rear trim pockets help maintain a neutral swimming position, and two large zippered cargo pockets offer accessible storage for diving gear. The Monprene backpack and Multi-Mount Accessory Matrix with multiple D-rings provide versatile compatibility for knife, light, SMB, hoses, crotch strap, and more.

(Does not include Backpack)

Features

Front Adjustable BCD with Monprene shoulders and back pad for a tailored, comfortable fit.
Lift capacity: 29.2 lb (13.2 kg) with an integrated front weight system and rear trim pockets for balance.
EndurTex nylon construction with a high-tenacity 420 fabric bladder for durability and lightweight performance.
Rotating quick-release shoulder buckles for optimized strap routing and fit customization.
Integrated Front Weight System with simple, one-handed operation via quick-release front buckles.
Two rear trim pockets to help maintain a neutral swimming position.
Two large zippered cargo pockets for gear storage and easy access even when loaded.
Multi-Mount Accessory Matrix with multiple D-rings and mounting points for knife, light, SMB, hoses, crotch strap, and more.
Monprene thermoplastic shoulders and back pad provide UV, chemical, and abrasion resistance and minimize water absorption.
Backpack type: Monprene Dual Compound; Pocket Type: Modular/Add-On; Weight: 9.71 lb (4.405 kg); D-Rings: 10.
Activity: Recreational.

Specifications

BCD Type	Front Adjustable
Lift Capacity	29.2 lbs
Lift Capacity	13.2 kg
Lift Capacity	130
Number of Pockets	2
Number of D-Rings	10
Weight	9.71 lb \| 4.405 kg
Pocket Type	Modular/Add-On
Backpack Type	Monprene Dual Compound
Activity	Recreational

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WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the ScubaPro Hydros X and the Hydros Pro?

The Hydros X is ScubaPro's front-adjustable take on the Hydros concept, while the Hydros Pro is the back-inflate model. The X uses injection-molded Monprene on the shoulders and back pad with a PU-coated 420-denier nylon jacket; the Pro's entire fabric-free harness is molded Monprene gel. Both share the same interchangeable Hydros color kits. If you prefer the familiar feel and surface stability of a front-adjustable BCD, choose the X; if you want the body-hugging modular gel harness in a streamlined back-inflate design, choose the Hydros Pro or its successor, the Hydros Pro 2.

What size ScubaPro Hydros X should I get?

Per ScubaPro's official size chart — Men's: S (5'2"–5'7", 120–155 lbs), M (5'7"–6'0", 143–187 lbs), L (5'10"–6'2", 176–242 lbs), XL/2XL (6'1"–6'6", 220–285 lbs). Women's: XS/S (4'11"–5'7", 95–145 lbs), M (5'3"–5'11", 120–170 lbs), L (5'7"–6'1", 150–210 lbs). If you land between sizes or are unsure, contact us before ordering — we fit these every week and can help you get it right the first time.

How much does the Hydros X weigh, and how much lift does it have?

With the balanced power inflator, the Hydros X weighs 9.2 lbs (4.2 kg) in Men's S, 9.7 lbs (4.4 kg) in M, and 10.3 lbs (4.7 kg) in L and XL/2XL; women's sizes run 9.2–9.7 lbs. Lift capacity ranges from 29.2 lbs in the smallest sizes up to 44.9 lbs in Men's L–2XL, per ScubaPro's official spec chart.

Does the Hydros X come with a travel backpack?

No. Unlike the Hydros Pro, which includes a carry-on travel backpack, the Hydros X does not — ScubaPro sells its BCD Carry Bag separately, which is why our listing notes the backpack is not included. One point of confusion worth clearing up: ScubaPro's product description mentions a 'full-sized backpack,' and that refers to the BCD's rigid molded back plate (the structure that holds your tank), not a travel bag.

What weight system does the Hydros X use?

The Hydros X has an integrated front weight system with flat-buckled quick-release pockets, plus two rear trim pouches for balancing your rig. ScubaPro's Weight Pocket Kit for the Hydros family holds up to 11 lbs (5 kg) of ballast per pocket. These use ScubaPro's classic quick-release buckle system — not the Monorail pockets introduced on the Hydros Pro 2.

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Pay the extra

It may cost a little more but compared to the Scubapro Hydros Cargo Thigh Pocket, but it’s a night and day difference. I have heard a complaint about the S-TEK.

The S-Tek is made from heavy-duty 1000D Cordura, to meet the stresses of the environment and hard use. How does this compare to Scubapro Hydros Cargo Thigh Pocket, people complaining the material ripping apart at the seams/stitching after 20 dives.

Mounting uses a stainless steel bolt snap to the waist harness D-ring and an adjustable strap for the thigh, the Hydros uses a plastic hook and strap.

The S-TEK is the largest of the three, measuring approximately 10” x 5” x 3” which is big enough to fit my iPhone 15 in the SeaLife SportDiver Ultra Underwater Housing.

I’m not sure where Scubapro all went wrong with the Hydros and Ninja pocket, but for the price of shipping, I would only purchase the S-TEK.

Affordable Fins

Purchased these from Amazon, before I learned about DiveCatalog.com, so while I paid more, they were still an affordable option while waiting on the warranty repair of my Scubapro Supernova fins. I wear a size 12 shoe (NIKE & New Balance) and the chart recommends XL which matched the Supernova XL fins, but to me, the pocket felt a bit tight, so I returned them for the 2XL. While you “can” wear them without a bootie, I wear Scubapro Go 3mm socks (3XL) and the still fit fine. The are positive buoyancy, although I don’t think as positive as the Supernova, but I feel better knowing they will float instead of falling to the ocean floor while doffing them prior to getting back on the boat.

Love the Supernova Dive Fins

My new Scubapro Supernova Fins had a small cut on the top of the boot. I asked the dive shop owner what he recommended to fix the boot. He informed me that they were made of monprene and suggested he reach out to the Scubapro Rep prior to trying to fix them with superglue.

I called Scubapro when I got back to the US and they recommended taking it to a dive shop for a warranty repair. Problem is Las Cruces is the nearest dive shop and that's an 11 hour trip. I took it to a dive shop when I flew back to Virginia, but they had to ship it to California, so the process took longer than my stay.

Being modular, I opted to buy a second set of the boot pockets so I don't have to worry about down time in the future should problems arise. Plus I can use Scubapro S-Tek Pro Blade if I want to go with a neutral or negative buoyancy fin.

Objects in your review mirror are smaller than they appear!

Scubapro Hydros Accessory Bungees are smaller than they look, but the Medium size works well for securing my action camera floatie handgrip in place. To set them up, you loop the bungee back through itself to attach to the d-ring fixation point. The center piece then slides down to clamp the accessory.

While they perform great with the grippy, foamy action camera handle, they may be less secure on heavier gear with a slick surface—like my dive light. For that setup, I’d recommend adding a second attachment point on the BCD (for example, using the metal d-rings with a snap hook on a longer lanyard) to help ensure the light doesn’t end up on the ocean floor.

A necessity for UW photography

ScubaPro Hydros Pro 2 Monorail (Hydros Pro2, Multi-Mount) is a must-have accessory for underwater photographers who want extra attachment points beyond the standard D-rings. I’ve mounted one rail on the left for my SMB, and the right side gives me a clean, stable spot for an action camera on the floatie handgrip.

The Hydros Pro 2 is an outstanding BCD—especially for anyone who has to travel for dive opportunities—but it’s noticeably light on storage and mounting options if you commonly dive with lots of add-ons. This monorail system helps bridge that gap and makes it much easier to carry and position the gear you actually want to use underwater.

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Scubapro Hydros X Balanced Inflator Men's with Color Kit Installed (Does not include Backpack)