I can't swim and was thinking about getting this so that I can snorkel while on vacation. Does it float well?
245333
Yes, it will keep you on the surface. Be sure to get the right size and it ought to be a snug fit, so pull the straps tight.
309545
I know exactly what you are talking about! You can definitely float on it w/o getting wet. I LOVE mine!!!
1577421
I just got out of the pool and the most dangerous aspect of this floaty is that I usually fall asleep in it. I tested to see if you can turn it over and lie on it and you can but I would be afraid it might break this way. When I want to lie on my stomach I lie on the floaty sideways. It is still very comfy this way. Hope this helps.
1953270
This mask doesn't leak when used for snorkeling but it isn't designed for lap swimming. I don't know how it would hold up to that since you'd be moving through the water much faster than a snorkeler. I'd think the drag of the water on the mask would be an issue.
816183
No it does not float. I would suggest to use the included strap aroun your neck so that you don't drop it, it will not float.
304908
No, it does not float. I lost my first of these by dropping it out of a canoe. Went straight to the bottom.
319658
My kids haven't attempted to put it in water so I don't know if it will float. It does have 2 buttons for sound effects, so that would certainly be ruined by putting it in water. My almost 6 year old has had this for almost 2 years and still uses it, as does my 3 year old son. It is a good toy for the price. Hope this helps.
1348736
Yes, I swam with this in our pool and at the beach and snorkeling in the ocean. Just make sure the 3 zip locks are tightly sealed.
87316
I've got mine wet a couple of times, Don't know if you can swim in it. It take quite a bit of abuse.
1535444
Yes! Not sure how long it will float tho. Bought it for my dad for when he goes paddle boarding. He has dropped in the lake twice, and immediately jumped in to get it. Both times it popped to the surface. He has been using it for a year and loves it!
603839
yes it works well with snorkeling. Make sure all the dials/settings are set into place before you go down because its hard to adjust the buttons on the camera once its in the housing.
249792
it floats if dropped unless it is not propely closed in wich case it sinks by the water inside the battery compartment. As an hydrodynamic device it works a lot better underwater so in a swin area will work fine if the lake is quiet with not noticeable stream. Believe me, at half sinking works poorly but when you pun under water level it is really nice.
689190
It is good for swimming horizontally. It is very comfortable, will stay in place (not ride up) when strapped tight. Sometimes after the strap gets wet, it will need to be tightened.
1557178
Ours didn't float at all. It was a family event in FL in August. Maybe you would have better luck.
567091
It depends on if your child can swim. This is a swim vest, not a life vest. I put my non-swimmer in it and he went completely under water. It's not a flotation device. If your child can swim already, it might be good for snorkeling - it is thin and light weight.
1451392
I used it for snorling in the Bahamas, I think it would be good because it doesn't float. It does fill up with water though and it's kind of hard to get it out .
452306
I think so--seems relatively water-resistant, though I doubt it will float...not suitable for kayaking business trips. :)