Speedo UV Neoprene Swim Vest Reviews

By Nicole from MT on 9/14/2012

Size: Feels true to size

My daughter used to throw fits with any other vest!!! We took this on vacation with us to an amusement park and she didn'' even notice having it on. It didn''t ride up her chin and she didn''t feel like she was enclosed in something with it on! A must have!!!

By Laura from Centreville, VA on 9/12/2012

Size: Feels true to size

My daughter is still learning to swim, and I don''t feel comfortable with her swimming in deep water.  We went swimming at a quarry - all deep water swimming - and I felt much more secure with her wearing it.  It is not a "life vest" it is a swim vest., so the child needs to know a little about swimming, or have an adult present that is teaching the child how to swim.  This was MUCH more comfortable for her to swim in than a life vest I had purchased last year, so she was willing to wear it the whole time.

By David from New York on 7/24/2012

Size: Feels true to size

This is the first swimvest/life jacket that we have been able to get our two kids (2 & 4 yr old) to wear.  They are fantastic.

By Relieved grandma from Mason Lake, WA on 7/9/2012

Size: Feels true to size

finally a jacket that does not ride up to his chin and he will eagerly wear it on the boats for a long time.

By Brandi from Conway Arkansas on 6/25/2012

Size: Feels true to size

This is comfortable and works perfect to keep my daughter from drowning while letting her learn to swim   Does not ride up  and is very soft for her.  It is easy for my 4 year old to take it off and put it on

By FL_Dad from FL on 6/24/2012

Size: Feels too small

Needs a little more engineering. Zipper & toggle  is small for this type of gear. With a fidgety child it's tough to get it done up. My son finds it very unstable in the water. Head weight equal to legs at his stage so added floatation at stomach makes it hard to keep his head/face out of the water. Would be better with a little removed from ribs, and a wider softer crotch strap. When he floats on his stomach the back of the collar pushes his face in the water. It actually works better when I put it on backwards.

By Pool-lover from Lombard, IL on 6/24/2012

Size: Feels true to size

I bought one for my 4 year old (large size).  She is 33 lbs, so pretty petite for her age, but the large was the best size.  I also ordered the smaller size for my 19 month old to grow into.  She has already used it and felt comfortable in it.  She didn't try to get out of it or show that she was uncomfortable, so I know she will be using hers for a long time.  I think we will get years of use with these.  The large says it holds 45-60lbs, so I know my 4 year old will fit into for a long time.

By Mom/Babe from Hamden,ct on 6/15/2012

Size: Feels true to size

I am a mom of 4. We have a pool. This swim vest is the BEST. Ones in store don't work. I order one every year.

By milissia h. from Riverdale, GA on 5/28/2012

Size: Feels true to size

Took my kids to Six Flags White Waters and it was very useful. Not too big nor small. It was just right.

By Karen from Long Island on 11/7/2011

This is rated for beginning swimmer but it doesn't allow the child to go on stomach to swim...he is upright.  It is a great device for a non swimmer but for one learning I would not recomend.
I was a life guard for 6 years and certified WSI..water safety instructor..i taught life guards to be life guards... I do know what I am talking about...if anyone is interested in a vest used for less then 5 min..i have one for sale.