Adjustable Open Heel fins are generally larger and stiffer than Full Foot fins in order to provide the necessary propulsion to offset the additional drag created when wearing scuba equipment.  For these reasons, Adjustable Open Heel fins are usually preferred by scuba divers.

Full Foot fins have a molded foot pocket that surrounds the entire foot and are not adjustable.  Therefore, they must be purchased according to the foot size of the user.  Full Foot fins are generally worn barefoot or with a light lycra or neoprene sock, which typically do not provide much, if any, thermal protection.   Full Foot fins are generally smaller and less stiff than Adjustable Open Heel fins.  These fins are primarily used by snorkelers.

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