Positive airway pressure (PAP), commonly referred to as CPAP (which more accurately refers to the subset of “continuous” PAP devices), is the gold standard treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. PAP therapy applies air under positive pressure through the nose, mouth, or both, to prevent the collapse of the upper airway during sleep.
Many types of interfaces can connect the PAP therapy device to the nose/mouth, including full face masks, nasal pillows, and nasal masks. Selecting a well-fitting PAP therapy interface is informed by a patient’s anatomy, sleep preferences, nasal breathing ability, and other factors.
This guide compares CPAP masks on parameters including warranty, available sizes, intentional leak, pressure range, and headgear.
The CPAP masks compared are:
Airway Management myTAP PAP Nasal Pillow Mask
Bleep Eclipse
Circadiance SleepWeaver 3D
Fisher & Paykel F&P Solo
Hans Rudolph 7600 V2 Full Face
Hans Rudolph 6860 Quest Full Face
React Health Rio II Nasal Pillow Mask
ResMed AirFit N30
| Company: | Airway Management | Bleep | Circadiance | Fisher & Paykel Healthcare | Hans Rudolph Inc (HRI) | Hans Rudolph Inc (HRI) | React Health | ResMed | |||
| Interface: | myTAP PAP Nasal Pillow Mask | Eclipse | SleepWeaver 3D | F&P Solo | 7600 V2 Full Face CPAP Mask | 6860 Quest Full Face CPAP Mask | Rio II Nasal Pillow Mask | AirFit N30 | |||
| Website: | tapintosleep.com | bleepsleep.com | circadiance.com/sleepweaver3d | fphcare.com/solo | rudolphkc.com | rudolphkc.com | reacthealth.com/sleep/sleep-masks | resmed.com | |||
| Warranty (Months): | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6 (includes size guarantee) | 6 (includes size guarantee) | 3 | 3 | |||
| Available Sizes: | S, M, L | One size fits most | Regular, L | Nasal: S, M, L, Wide. Pillows: S, M, L | P, XS, S, M, L | P, XS, S, M, L | S, M, L | S, M, S-wide | |||
| Intentional Leak @ 10 cm H2 0 (l/min): | 30 | 30 | 32 | 29 | N/A | N/A | 32 | 33 | |||
| Remote Mask Fitting Software Compatibility: | none | SleepGlad, sovaSage TherapistAssist | SleepGlad, sovaSage TherapistAssist | F&P myMask App, AR Medical MaskFit AR, SleepGlad, sovaSage TherapistAssist | none | none | AR Medical MaskFit AR, SleepGlad, sovaSage TherapistAssist | ResMed MaskSelector | |||
| Pressure Range (cm H2O): | 4-18 | 4-20 | 4-20 | 4-20 | 3-40 | 3-40 | 4-20 | 4-20 | |||
| Headgear: | The mouthpiece is billable as headgear. | Eclipse uses gentle adhesive in place of headgear. Nothing enters the nares. Surgical-grade adhesive creates a seal on the nose. | Soft fabric adjustable headgear in two sizes. | AutoFit headgear is interchangeable with the F&P Solo Nasal and F&P Solo Pillows cushions. | Simple strap foam headgear with side adjustments and top of the head tri-glide adjustment. | Simple strap foam headgear with side adjustments and top of the head tri-glide adjustment. | Split back strap, labeled with mask type for ease of ID and resupply. | QuickFit elastic headgear designed to make mask easy to fit. | |||
| Interface: | Strapless nasal pillow mask with an upper tray that anchors the mask in place. This added stability means less movement, no leaks, no straps, and no bulky headgear. The mouthpiece is custom fit by the user to the upper teeth and can be refit as many times as needed. | The Eclipse system has 2 parts: reusable Eclipse Connector Kit (A7034) and disposable Halos (A7033). Covered by Medicare & insurance and made in USA. Halos connect using MagSeal technology for easy and rapid connection/disconnection; Magnets used in the Eclipse have passed FDA testing requirements and are within ICNIRP guidelines for general public use. The magnetic strength is 65 mT. Ensure the mask is at least 0.8 inches (2 cm) away from any active medical implant or medical device. | SleepWeaver cloth CPAP masks are flexible, lightweight, and skin-friendly. They fit comfortably on many face types. | Patients stretch the mask over their head and onto their face, then adjust into place with one touch. AutoLock technology then automatically holds the mask in place, dynamically responding to sleep movement and CPAP-therapy pressure. | One piece of molded silicone. No painful forehead support. No hard plastic frame. Goes below the chin to the top of the nose. | One piece of molded thermoplastic elastomers (TPE). No painful forehead support. No hard plastic frame. Goes below the chin to the top of the nose. | Dual wall pillows, unique swivel for active sleepers. | A small, quiet and easy-to-use nasal mask designed to make therapy easier from the start. | |||
| Additional Features: | Low pressure drop, quiet mask. | Super quiet, small, light mask that reduces/eliminates claustrophobia. No leaks means improved PAP machine effectiveness, improved arousal index, and no dry/puffy eye. Nothing in the nose, eliminates vanity lines, no hair matting/balding, reduces nosocornial infection, reduces skin and bridge breakdown, reduces neck/facial pain. For use with facial hair, made for active sleep in all positions. | Soft, light, quiet, skin-friendly, compatible with common PAP machines, durable, easy to clean, and works in any sleeping position. | User-friendly packaging and the myMask App provide setup confidence and additional support if needed. | Detachable swivel port, airtight seal, new headgear. | Detachable swivel port, airtight seal. | Lightweight, flexible, and quiet. | Features a curved nasal cradle cushion that rests discreetly under the nose. QuickFit elastic headgear slips on and off like a pair of swim goggles. |
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