Uses & Advantages of Inherently Buoyant, Hybrid or Inflatable PFD's
| Use | Advantages | |
|---|---|---|
| Inherently Buoyant (Foam PFD's) |
For swimmers and non-swimmers Available in adult and child sizes |
Rugged Low maintenance |
| Air or CO2 (Inflatable PFD's) |
For swimmers only Adult sizes only Requires regular user checks Not for use in personal watercraft or sports such as waterskiing |
Best comfort in warm weather Compact size and maintenance High performance |
| Hybrid (PFD made with a combination of buoyant material and an inflatable bladder) |
For swimmers and non-swimmers Adult and child sizes Requires regular mantenance |
Best comfort for non-swimmers Stylish High performance |