Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
Hello all,
I am looking to purchase a new CPAP machine. I have a new Dream Station 2 (recall replacement) and I really dislike this unit. Using it for about a month and I do not like it, compared to the DS1 it seems like a downgrade. I have two units I am considering, the ResMed Airsense 11 and the Fisher & Paykle Sleep Style. I had the F&P Icon Auto for almost 5 years and was pleased with that system and my sleep was much better than with the DS units. I cannot take my Sleep Doctor's advice, he told me the DS2 was just like the original DS and that is far from the truth. I notice many of the members here have good things to say about the Airsense, so I am looking for the form's thoughts and advice on the two units.
Thanks for all your help,
Ed
RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
I like the ResMed AutoSets, feel free to choose which one.
RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
ResMed units seem better built than Respironics, in my opinion.
I have no experience with the F&P units.
Sleepster
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RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
From what I have read on this site, the 11s are not significantly different from the 10s. Have you ever noticed (with regard to other products) that "new and improved" is sometime not?
07-24-2022, 12:09 PM
(This post was last modified: 07-24-2022, 12:13 PM by Deborah K..)
RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
I replaced my Dream Station with a Resmed Airsense 10 Autoset For Her and could not be happier with it. The algorithm is simply better for me and it feels much more natural to use. If I were you I'd choose a Resmed 10. I understand that it has a stronger motor, and you might be able to get it a little cheaper.
Machine: ResMed AirCurve 10 Vauto
Mask: Bleep DreamPort Sleep Solution
RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
I have the ResMed aircurve 10am d it is super quiet and I have 0 complaints. No experience with any other machine.
RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
I see that
Supplier #2 (see list link in black banner at the top of the page) has new-in-box Airsense 10 AutoSet machines for $849. That's a really good price.
RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
Ed:
My ancient (~2007) machine finally gave up the ghost. I knew it was coming and hesitated on procuring a new machine.
Am looking around now. As far as a new unit, I've called a few DMEs and between "supply chain issues" and the mega-recall, there's a 9 month backorder list.
In the meantime, I've been looking at Craigslist and FB Marketplace.
Where are you looking that also has inventory?
Best-
Dave
RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
I just got a new Resmed A10 C2C Autoset from
Supplier #30 for $909. It was in stock. The A11 is back ordered 6 months, price was $1350
RE: Researching a new CPAP machine - looking for user's input.
Hi Dave, thanks for your response. I have been looking and most places have no inventory. If I come across a supplier with inventory, I will let you know. I am also waiting to hear from my sleep doctor about his sources.