The Mares Icon MRS Plus BCD is a jacket-style BCD from Mares – the most popular format for recreational divers in Malaysia. It wraps around you comfortably, distributes lift evenly, and gives you stable, neutral buoyancy on every dive from Redang’s shallow reef flats to the shallows.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Brand | Mares |
| Product | Icon MRS Plus BCD |
| Type | Jacket BCD |
| Material | Cordura / Nylon |
| Lift Capacity | ~20 kg |
| Pockets | Multiple D-rings & cargo pockets |
| Weight Pocket | Integrated release |
| Best For | Recreational / Technical diving |
Key Features
- Jacket-style design: Wraps around you for a stable, comfortable fit – the most natural feel underwater.
- Integrated weight pockets: Quick-release weight system for safety and convenience.
- Multiple D-rings: Attach all your gear securely without clutter.
- Durable Cordura construction: Built to handle years of salt-water diving.
Suited for Malaysian Dive Sites
The Mares Icon MRS Plus BCD is built to perform across Malaysia’s best underwater destinations. Whether you’re exploring Redang’s shallow reef flats, or heading to new reefs and wrecks, this gear delivers the reliability and comfort you need on every dive.
Care & Maintenance
- Rinse thoroughly after every dive – salt and sand clog the inflation bladder.
- Inflate the bladder and let it dry fully before storing – prevents mildew.
- Lubricate the dump valve with silicone spray every few dives.
- Have it serviced professionally once a year.
Final Verdict
The jacket BCD is the workhorse of recreational diving, and the Mares Icon MRS Plus BCD is a solid, reliable example. Comfortable buoyancy, good organisation, and a fit that works for most divers.





Siti Nuraini –
Been using this BCD for more than a year now and it’s still in great condition. The durable material holds up well, and the D-rings are super handy for my torch and camera. No complaints so far!
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience, Siti Nuraini. We’re delighted the BCD has met your expectations for durability and functionality—should you ever need any support or advice, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Chen Wei –
The weight release system on the Mares Icon MRS Plus BCD is really smooth and easy to operate, even with gloves on. The fit is comfortable for longer dives, but I wish the pockets were a bit deeper for larger accessories.
Imran Hanafiah –
Thank you for your feedback, Chen Wei. We’re glad you found the weight release system and overall comfort satisfactory, and we will pass on your comments regarding the pocket size to our product team for consideration.
Rohit Kumar –
Is this BCD compatible with my older Mares regulator and what is the best way to maintain the bladder material after saltwater dives?
Imran Hanafiah –
Hi Rohit, the Mares Icon MRS Plus BCD is compatible with all standard regulators, including older Mares models. To maintain the bladder, we recommend thoroughly rinsing the BCD inside and out with fresh water after saltwater dives, and storing it partially inflated in a cool, away-from-sunlight area.