Shark Deterrents for Surfers, Swimmers and Divers

Shark Eyes use visual biomimicry inspired by natural eye spots. The aim is to create the perception that an approaching shark has been seen, potentially making it more cautious during its investigation.

Shark Eyes stickers are designed for smooth, hard surfaces such as surfboards, bodyboards, kayaks, SUPs and other suitable watercraft or equipment. They should not be applied to flexible surfaces such as rubber fins, soft plastics or inflatables.

Small (210 x 64mm) is suited to smaller equipment such as dive masks and bodyboards. Medium (300 x 91mm) is ideal for most boards and everyday watercraft, while Large (420 x 128mm) is designed for larger, high-visibility applications such as SUPs and boats.

The Shark Eyes Mask Strap Cover uses visual biomimicry, positioning the eye pattern at the back of your head to create the perception that an approaching shark has been seen.

It is designed for divers, snorkellers and swimmers who want to add a visual shark deterrent to their existing mask setup.

The Mask Strap Cover has a universal design intended to fit standard dive, snorkel and swim mask straps. Its soft neoprene construction can also help reduce hair tangling and make the mask strap more comfortable to wear.

Sharkbanz creates a magnetic deterrent field of approximately 1–2 metres (3–6 ft). The closer a shark gets to that field, the stronger the deterrent effect becomes.

Sharkbanz recommends wearing two units (for example, one on your ankle and one on your opposite wrist) to increase overall coverage and deterrent range compared to a single band. If wearing only one, the ankle is generally recommended because most shark bites occur around the legs and ankles.

Sharkbanz 2 is a wearable shark band you can put on your wrist or ankle. It’s versatile for surfing, swimming, snorkelling and other ocean activities.

Sharkbanz x POD is a surf leash shark deterrent that attaches directly to your leash cuff, designed specifically for surfers who prefer an integrated option instead of a wearable band.

Both use the same magnetic technology and do not require charging.

Sharkbanz can affect animals that use electroreceptors (like stingrays), but it does not affect marine life that doesn’t have the same sensory system.

Yes — according to Sharkbanz, the technology is backed by over 20 years of peer-reviewed scientific research and field testing. It has shown avoidance behaviour in a variety of shark species, including Great White, Bull and Tiger Sharks. However, no device can completely prevent shark encounters or shark attacks, so Sharkbanz should be used alongside good ocean safety practices.

Many families choose Sharkbanz for added peace of mind in the water. It can be a great option for confident swimmers and kids who spend lots of time at beaches, bays and rock pools (always with appropriate supervision).

Freedom8 is a personal electronic shark deterrent designed to provide an additional layer of shark risk reduction in the water. It creates an electrical field around the user that is designed to encourage approaching sharks to turn away at close range.

Freedom8 generates an electrical field in the water through its trailing antenna and electrodes. Sharks detect electrical signals using sensory receptors called the Ampullae of Lorenzini. At close range, the electrical field creates an unpleasant sensation that is designed to encourage the shark to turn away.

Freedom8 is suited to ocean users looking for an additional personal shark safety measure, particularly snorkellers, divers, spearfishers and swimmers. It can also be configured for activities such as kayaking and paddleboarding. Freedom8 is designed to support good ocean awareness and shark safety practices, not replace them.

Yes. Freedom8 can be configured for use with kayaks, paddleboards and boats. Always follow the recommended setup instructions for your particular activity to ensure the unit and 2.2 m trailing antenna are positioned correctly.

Freedom8 is based on electronic shark deterrent technology that has undergone independent research and real-world testing over many years. Research into the underlying technology has demonstrated measurable effects on shark behaviour, including encouraging avoidance at close range.

The Freedom8 product itself is an evolution of this established electronic deterrent technology and should still be considered a risk-reduction device rather than a guarantee against shark encounters.

Freedom8 is designed as a non-lethal shark deterrent. The electrical field is intended to create an uncomfortable sensation for sharks at close range rather than injure them, and the device is not designed to harm sharks or other marine life.

No. Freedom8 is intended to provide an additional layer of personal shark risk reduction. It does not replace ocean awareness, beach patrols, public warnings, local shark alerts or other established shark safety measures.