Cressi Product Reviews and Ratings - Regulators - Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator from Leisure Pro

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Brand: Cressi

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The XS2/AC2 Regulator is an exceptionally dependable non-balanced Flow-by-Pistondesigned 1st stage Regulator that is a great choice as a new divers rig, or for use as a stage bottle regulator system. The Second-Stage housing is made of durable non-corrosive hi-tech polymers, and has a dependable downstream demand valve mechanism. The flow of air is channeled to the mouthpiece by injection, creating a venturi effect enhancing the performance. The 2nd stage comes with a flow deviator that acts on the Venturi effect, with dive/pre-dive function.

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Avg. Customer Rating:

4.4 stars

(based on 24 reviews)

92% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Adjustable(14), Comfortable(21), Effortless breathing(14), Nitrox compatible(6)

Cons:

Causes jaw fatigue(3)

Best Uses:

Cold water(8), Recreation(5), Warm water(19)

Describe Yourself:

Advanced(3), Advanced diver(4), Novice diver(4), Recreational diver(9)

Diving Type:

Night diving(6), Open water diving(11), Wreck diving(3)

Decent overall

By Will

from Hawaii on 4/17/2011

Pros:

Adjustable, Durable, Simple

Cons:

Breathes wet, Causes Jaw Fatigue, Free Flow Issues

Best Uses:

Shallow dives, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced

Diving Type:

Night Diving, Open Water Diving, Wreck Diving

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Used this regulator on my first 15 dives both in class and after. Not a bad regulator and definitely one of the better low cost regulators. I did have issues on almost every dive with it freeflowing if not kept in a perfect orientation but once you're breathing from it its fine. I also noticed it breathes a bit wet, not a big issue but not something you should expect in nicer regs. Lastly at 80ft and below it tends to become a bit more difficult to breathe from.

A solid inexpensive regulator

By PA Joe Diver

from Pennsylvania on 9/18/2010

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Nitrox Compatible

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced

Diving Type:

Night Diving, Open Water Diving, Wreck Diving

Was this a gift?:

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

I purchase this regulator for use with a pony bottle. I have used it 6 times now with no problems. It breathes easily and the price is hard to beat. For those looking for an inexpensive regulator, I would recommend this one.

Good for what it cost

By ReeferBen

from Philly, PA on 7/3/2010

Pros:

Effortless Breathing

Cons:

Causes Jaw Fatigue, Poor Design

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Diving Type:

Open Water Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

The 2nd stage is decent, it is a bit large, but not heavy and breathes good. It is a good value reg for sure. The 1st stage is not the best, for one it only has 1 hp port, second of all it isn't angled very well and doesn't sit very nicely on the tank leaving the hose's a bit awkward. For what it cost overall though it functions just fine for a starter reg set.

Great regulator!

By CA Shorediver

from Los Angeles, Ca on 3/21/2010

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Diving Type:

Night Diving, Open Water Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

I have the XS2 hooked up to the AC2 on a 5' hose. Even at lower pressures (500 - 1000 psi), it supplies air w/o any problems. A well designed reg IMO. Would definitely buy this reg again.

Breathe Away

By Davey Jones

from Boston, MA on 1/15/2010

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Extreme Depths, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced

Diving Type:

Open Water Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Great Regulator for use in both cold and warm water. Provides effortless breathing during both shallower and deeper dives. Can't go wrong for the price of this reg!

Great Regulator

By Sam

from Puget Sound, WA on 10/16/2009

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Extreme Depths, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Diving Type:

Cave Diving, Night Diving, Open Water Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Can't say anything bad about this regulator; everything seems to be designed and function perfectly. The ability to make adjustments is great especially when diving at depth. Also, the second stage is very easy to purge.

Great Value

By Scotty SCUBA

from San Diego on 10/13/2009

Pros:

Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Diving Type:

Night Diving, Open Water Diving, Rescue Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

For the money it works just as well as more
expensive regulators. My son has used the
same reg for 2 years and it has worked
flawlessly. Just bought one for my wife.
For the money you can't beat it!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

I'm neutral on this one now

By Retiredman2006

from Honolulu, Hawaii on 10/9/2009

Pros:

Adjustable, Breathes easy 100ft, Comfortable, Nitrox Compatible, Pre-Dive swtich

Cons:

Poor perf after 900psi

Best Uses:

Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Diving Type:

Drift Diving, Night Diving, Open Water Diving, Shore Diving thru Surf, Wreck Diving

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Have 40 dives on it, mostly boat diving where I usually come in with 1000-1200psi left. But last week's trip 5 shore dives I noticed the reg during it's last 1000-500psi made me suck real hard to get the air out of it. My other shore dive exits were fine if I had 1000psi+ left so I never noticed this before.

Great reg awesome price

By Angler69

from Riverview, Fl on 9/17/2009

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing, Nitrox Compatible

Best Uses:

Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Novice Diver

Diving Type:

Open Water Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Used this reg in my certification classes, then took it to the Keys for a week of diving.

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Great basic reg

By scottbx

from connecticut on 9/3/2009

Pros:

Comfortable

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Novice Diver

Diving Type:

Open Water Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Great regulator for the money. not as easy to breath as some more expensive regs but for the weekend diver on a budget it doesn't get any better.

exellent back up regulator or primary

By diver1382

from annapolis, md on 8/5/2009

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Cons:

None

Best Uses:

Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Professional Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

this is a great regulator for shallow work

My first

By squirt

from Claremore, OK on 6/10/2009

Pros:

Effortless Breathing, Nitrox Compatible

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Novice Diver

Diving Type:

Open Water Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Had to change the mouthpece to a gell. I have previously broken jaw and couldn't hold stable in my mouth with small, hard mouthpeice. Other than that it was great..

The most bang for the dollar

By OB

from brown town texas on 2/4/2009

Pros:

Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Best Uses:

Cold Water

Describe Yourself:

Novice Diver

Diving Type:

Drift Diving

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

works as good as the most expensive ones

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Good reg, good price

By Mountain Mermaid

from Asheville, NC on 5/16/2008

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Best Uses:

Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Just recently purchased based on the reviews and was not disappointed. No free flow, no difficulty breathing at depth. Worked like a charm.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great product great price

By Mac

from Denver, CO on 5/15/2008

Pros:

Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Best Uses:

Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

It works just right.
Great product for the price.

Service & Delivery comments:

Right on time.
Everything was perfect

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

great product

By Medicman

from Utah on 4/9/2008

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Cons:

Causes Jaw Fatigue

Best Uses:

Have not used it in cold, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

it's a great product and can't beat the price. I started with it and I dont at all (as of yet) see any reason to change to another system.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Good Choice

By Noodles

from Kitchener, Canada on 4/9/2008

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Best Uses:

Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Beginner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

I bought this reg for my 11 year old daughter. She used it for her pool and open water dives and it worked just great. She was very comfortable with it and its profile worked well for her small mouth (although I did change the mouthpiece to a smaller one).

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

"great regulator"

By Marcelo Paraquedas

from São Paulo - Brazil on 2/19/2008

Pros:

Comfortable

Best Uses:

Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

very good for beginners, easy and cheap maintenance

A great reg. for the price!

By Wabbitseason

from Indinapaolis on 1/23/2008

Pros:

Comfortable, Effortless Breathing

Cons:

It's a little large

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Purchased it as a first reg. for my wife and she loves it. Has had the option to switch several times but decided to stay with the Cressi.

Nice Reg. for mthe price!

By Hippi

from Omaha, NE on 11/8/2007

Pros:

Comfortable

Best Uses:

Recreation

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

This is an inexpensive Reg. that has been trouble free, and breaths easy>

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Cressi-Sub on a budget

By Heffey

from Toronto, Canada on 11/8/2007

Pros:

Comfortable

Best Uses:

Recreation

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

I bought this regulator to use on my pony bottle.
I have only used it twice but I am very pleased with it so far.

Service & Delivery comments:

As always LeisurePro has delivered exactly what I ordered in a timely manner and at a very good price.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Excellent product

By Mac

from Evergreen, CO on 9/25/2007

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable

Best Uses:

Recreation, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Good clean design. Adjustable air-flow sensitivity. Lots of ports.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Great Choice for a new diver

By Ron

from San Jacinto, CA on 6/7/2007

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Nitrox Compatible

Best Uses:

Recreation, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Advanced Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

My son and I both have an XS-2 regulator set. I have about 80+ dives on mine and it has never failed me yet. It breathes easy and is lightweight and comfortable. It may not have as many bells & whistles as some other regulators but it you want your own regulator and can't afford to spend a ton of money, this is a good regulator for you. I highly recommend it.

It is easy to maintain and can be serviced at most reputable dive shops. I have used it in tropical climates (Bahamas, Jamaica, Hawaii) and cold water dives in So. California (55 degrees) without any issues.

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Breathe easy

By B from Wilmington, NC on 5/28/2007

Pros:

Adjustable, Comfortable, Nice swivel, Nitrox Compatible

Best Uses:

Cold Water, Recreation, Warm Water

Describe Yourself:

Recreational Diver

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Cressi Cressi XS2/AC2 Piston Regulator:

Works great down to 110 feet. Haven't been any deeper.

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