DIVEVOLK Seatouch 4 Max Plus Underwater Touchscreen housing compatiable for iPhone 12/12 Pro/12 Pro Max/13/13 Pro/13 Pro Max/14/14 Pro/14 Pro Max/15/15 Pro/16Pro/16Pro Max

This housing has completely changed the way I capture underwater moments. It’s incredibly easy to use, and the touchscreen functionality means I can use my phone just like normal—no special app required. I’ve taken it down to 130 feet with zero issues, and it’s held up perfectly. Super solid construction and reliable performance. I actually use this setup more than anything else now because it’s just so convenient—photos go straight to my phone and are ready to share. I highly recommend getting the filters too—they make a big difference in color correction. All around, a fantastic purchase for anyone who loves diving and wants hassle-free underwater photography.

I was growing increasingly frustrated with the low-quality underwater footage from my GoPro, so I started looking for a better solution. Since my smartphone has a superior camera, I decided to invest in an underwater case—and the Divevolk SeaTouch Max 4 has proven to be the best choice. This case is incredibly sturdy, well-made, and completely safe for my phone. Unlike other underwater housings, the full touchscreen functionality makes it easy to use my phone just like I would on land. Plus, with the customized adapter provided by Divevolk, it fits my device perfectly. I’ve already tested it, and the results are amazing—crystal-clear image quality and seamless operation. I’m excited to make it a regular part of my free diving practice and finally capture the underwater footage I’ve always wanted. If you're serious about underwater photography or videography, this is the best smartphone diving case out there!

I wrote a review a while back on the sturdiness of the dive housing and the amazing customer service from the folks at Divevolk. But for a very brief recap- Well built/robust dive housing and Customer Service has been next level. My phone came without the iPhone 14 pro max adapter and with a quick email it was in the mail the next day, Can't say enough about these folks. I chose this housing after I came to the realization that the camera and video capabilities of my iPhone far surpassed those of my GoPro that I purchased a couple of years ago. I figured, if I'm going to update one piece of equipment (my phone) frequently, why not get a case to protect that instead of having to update multiple pieces of equipment (a GoPro/ GoPro case/ filter/ housings/ etc). I recently returned from Costa Rica where I had the opportunity to do quite a bit of diving. I can tell you, there are a few dive housings out there that will hold a cell phone/ iPhone, but this is one of the only ones I know of that allow you to access the touch screen and all the features of your phone (both on the surface and underwater). The touchscreen can be a little finicky, but it's better to have to take an extra attempt to hit the right app vs not having access at all. Many people on the boat were impressed with this option as those who used other housings could only navigate through camera and video options (via bluetooth connection). I was able to send out photographs and video on our surface intervals without having to remove the phone from the housing. I even placed a quick call while I was out without having to remove the phone from the housing. I had to speak a little louder given it was inside the housing, but none of the other divers using cell phone cases had that option. Taking photographs was easy. Make sure you follow the directions provided to give you the opportunity to take the best photographs and video. I was able to take up-close photographs and ones further away without any issues. Video was even better! I was concerned that given this case was so robust that I may lose out on some of the things I heard underwater. This only came to mind after being serenaded with whale songs. The DiveVolk housing did not disappoint. I was able to capture those songs in the same clarity as I heard them and have been able to share them with others. If you are looking for an option of taking video and photos underwater, then look no further. I would strongly recommend DiveVolk.

I am a huge fan of the DiveVolk product and the company behind it. The housing unit for your phone is reliable, convenient and easy to use, and provides an absolute sense in security of keeping your cell phone safe. As a Dive Professional, and diving everyday, this was the smartest choice for me. There is nothing like ending a dive and being able to airdrop your students all of their photos in under a minute. Additionally the setup of the housing unit is nice and quick and simple, where as an instructor I know I wouldn’t have time on the boat to use the other various phone housing brands. The touch screen underwater is phenomenal, nothing like being able to type “they are nudi branch eggs” when divers have no idea what you are pointing at and you can’t come up with a signal. Another part I really like about using the DiveVolk is the accessibility to continue to add attachments for the more serious underwater photographers. The night videography quality with the cell phone too really really makes a difference. I’m really glad I chose this product a bit over a year ago, after diving nearly daily, it was definitely the best investment in comparison to a new GoPro or an actual camera underwater. I’m still happy with this decision.

Premium Quality and Flawless Underwater Performance Right out of the box, the DIVEVOLK SeaTouch 4 MAX impresses with its exceptional build quality. The materials feel premium and durable, with a solid, well-machined frame and a crystal-clear touchscreen membrane that fits snugly and securely. Everything from the locking mechanism to the internal padding speaks to professional-grade engineering. Once underwater, the performance is just as impressive. Full touchscreen functionality is a game changer—you can use your phone exactly as you would above water. No lag, no delays, just smooth and intuitive control. It’s compatible with a wide range of iPhones, and the flexibility with accessories like wide-angle lenses and filters makes it perfect for capturing stunning underwater photos and videos. If you’re serious about underwater photography or just want to keep your phone safe and usable while diving or snorkeling, this housing delivers reliability, quality, and peace of mind.

Over all I had fun using this case. I bought 2 Seatouch 4 Max units for a two week Turks & Caicos snorkeling trip. I have 2 Samsung Galaxy Note 9s. Apparently the Note 9 wasn't in their list of phones for case adapters..maybe that will change in the future? The service reps were pretty responsive when I emailed them for the needed 3D printed adapters for both units. But it did take about a week or more to get the adapters (comes from China so that's understandable). Btw, the seatouch 4 cases come by default with an iPhone adapter which for me seemed like a waste of material and expense. I think they should allow for the choice of phone adapter during the purchase process with a full comprehensive phone list. The case has a soft touch screen made of a vinyl feeling material that contains a proprietary conductive gel. With a dry finger it's takes practice to swipe properly. Near the screen edges swiping is tricky. Finger pressing is as expected with some resistance and occasional misses. Once under water the salt water provides a slick surface for a better swipe experience. Be careful about using finger nails to be accurate since you can easily leave marks in the soft vinyl surface. After a week I noticed permanent marks a round the spot on the screen where my shutter button is. Anyway pressing buttons is a little resistant but manageable. Also be careful while inserting the phone adapter into your phone. It will likely create light scuffing marks where it contacts the inside of the vinyl. If the scuffing occurs around the selfie camera lens area you might get fuzzy selfie photos. Also, as long as you are careful to keep the moisture out of your case before you snorkel or dive, fog or condensation can be avoided. Otherwise it may cause issues with focus and clarity of your photos and videos. I only had minor issues with this and it's preventable. With the Note 9 I had no issues finding a way to unlock and put it to sleep to save power between longer swim locations. As you can guess, once you are in the water, you won't want to open up the case for obvious reasons so make sure you can do what you want to do before going under. Overall, these cases held up well. The silicone seal at the end of the case held up well and it came with a spare seal. The closing/sealing screws on the door are strong so be careful as you could over tighten and find it a bit difficult to loosen them. I never used the little foam inserts provided but I suspect it would have helped a little with the minor movements of the phone...which never really bothered me. The wrist straps were great. Very sturdy and perfect length. At times there were issues with visibility of the buttons or focus points on the screen while in darker locations in the water and while aiming on dark scenery. Eventually I found it more useful to use the press'n'hold camera button to shoot video. I also finally found good reasons for dialing up to the highest resolution. Again, I was pretty happy with the functionality. It was a bit bulky and heavy but it has good quality of material with a combination of hard plastic, metal and glass. Never had any issues the the feel of the grip although it might be non-ideal for a lefty depending on your phone. The touch screen material is vulnerable so take good care to protect in and out of the water. Look into the protective accessories. Given how it performed I would definitely recommend this product over the cheaper plastic options when it comes to diving. It's arguably overkill for snorkeling but the application is the same with the exception of the water pressures and available light. If you're like me where the phone runs above 700 bucks or more it's a no brainer in price for protecting your investment. It also doesn't hurt that it's a pretty cool looking case...almost like Batman tech.

Case worked as advertised. No leaks!! There were others in my group that did not fair as well with a different case. Picture quality was better than expected through the glass part of the case. The selfie camera was not as good. Of course you are shooting through the soft plastic membrane for the selfies, so a decrease in picture quality is to be expected. I followed the directions and setup my phone with the assistive touch. That allowed me to get to my Home Screen. You can not and should not swipe on the soft membrane. The assistive touch allowed me to get to the Home Screen and use the full function of the phone. I was able to use the three different camera magnifications and switch between video and photo of the iPhone 13. The case is sturdy and seems well built. My case took a small beating while in cage viewing sharks. I tried to protect the case, however, water was rough and we bounced around a bit. The case held up to the small beating. I feared loosing my phone and case so I took that in consideration when looking at this case. The strap that came with the case is made from paracord and securely fastened to my wrist. The strap was also comfortable to wear. My iPhone 13 fit in the adaptor nicely. The way how this case appears to be designed, I may be able to use the case on other phones by ordering a new adaptor. This case could potentially be used in the future as I upgrade my phone. This case was more expensive than other cases. However, I believe it to be worth it for its build quality and capability to use all the functions of the phone. It is still much less expensive than a dedicated case for a DSLR. Bottom line, I would definitely recommend this case.

This is the third smartphone housing we've tried after the SeaLife SportDiver and Hot Dive H2. Overall, we enjoyed the DiveVolk Seatouch 4. There are a few things we loved about it, but a few items could use some tweaking to make it a clear winner. LOVE • Four Lens Choices – The native iPhone app has .5, 1, 2 and 3 lens choices with 2 apparently an optical zoom using the Wide lens. We love being able to get to that easily. Most third party apps on other smartphone housings only show three options (wide, ultra wide and tele) and require some menu navigation to get to zoom functionality. • Macro Wet Lens – We were absolutely thrilled with the 67mm macro lens. It’s a much wider lens than some other housing manufacturer options, so the distortion is greatly reduced. That in combination with the “2” lens choice above yields great macro shots. • Dive Case – The protective case is very sturdy, but the standout feature is the fully zippered netted compartment in the top half. Both the SeaLife SportDiver and the Hot Dive H2 cases only have a half netted divider which allows their contents to easily spill out when opening/closing. LIKE • Expansion Clamp - Unfortunately, we were on the tail of Divevolk switching from a 2-piece expansion clamp to a single piece expansion clamp and received the former. It is functional; however it has the same limitations as most other smartphone housing lens/filter systems. It only allows for a single choice. You can either go with a wet filter or a wet lens, not both. Given the versatility of most smartphone’s built in lenses, divers can take wide shots of wrecks and switch to close-up shots of shrimp on anemone on a single dive. Because dives typically run the gamut from spanning reef shots and small critters, most photographers/videographers would like to add a red filter for the former and a macro lens/diopter for the latter. We wish smartphone housing manufacturers would follow Backscatter’s FlipFilter model (for GoPros) or come up with some other EASY way for divers to switch between multiple lenses/filters underwater. • Lens/Filter Options – We like that Divevolk offers a red filter and a macro lens, but each only appears on the website as a package with the expansion clamp. Since we didn’t want two expansion clamps, we ended up purchasing a red filter from somewhere else. It would be great to offer that (as well as a yellow lens for fluorodiving) as a small add on to a purchase. DISLIKE • Membrane Size – This is likely only an issue with the largest of phones like the iPhone Pro Max line, but we found it very difficult to swipe from the camera screen to get to the home screen. The critical area that needs to be grabbed by a finger is soooo close to the edge of the membrane. While we were successful a few times (less than 25%), we feel very uncomfortable about the pressure needed so close to the edge where the membrane attaches to the housing frame. Making this a little larger/wider would certainly help for those of us at the upper end of the size spectrum. GENERAL OBSERVATIONS • Manual Focus – Unfortunately, the native iOS camera app doesn’t easily let you change focus manually. Sure, with the Divevolk, you can press where you want to focus, but that isn’t the best solution when it already can’t focus on a small critter nestled between a lobed star coral or a free swimming translucent salp/jellyfish. Other apps that allow you to manually change to focus would be needed for these edge cases. Nothing against Divevolk here. Just something we noticed.