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best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by jean6519 » Sun May 24, 2015 6:04 pm

looking for info about auto cpap machines...what is the best one to get...currently have Resmed S9 autoset.
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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by avi123 » Sun May 24, 2015 6:10 pm

How about Resmed newer model AirSense 10 Machine and what's wrong with your S9 AuoSet?

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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by Pod911 » Sun May 24, 2015 6:11 pm

My advice get the resmed auto cpap bester and you can register it and it uploads to the net thru cell towers plus the cleaning is a breathe of fresh air

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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by Krelvin » Sun May 24, 2015 7:01 pm

Pod911 wrote:My advice get the resmed auto cpap bester
What does that mean?
and you can register it and it uploads to the net thru cell towers
A negative feature by many which also provides next to no useful information.
plus the cleaning is a breathe of fresh air
Which means what?
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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by LSAT » Sun May 24, 2015 8:05 pm

I think the S9 is a terrific machine...Why are you looking to upgrade?

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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by Goofproof » Sun May 24, 2015 10:22 pm

Time to replace filter. Jim

Maybe they will come out with a Gold Plated Ipap.
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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by G550 » Mon May 25, 2015 7:46 am

LSAT wrote:I think the S9 is a terrific machine...Why are you looking to upgrade?
I would agree with you completely. And I did for five years. Then my S9 became "flaky" and needed to be replaced. They replaced it with the Airsense 10 Autoset. And I think the new machine is simply awesome. Easier to operate, easier to clean, works better, better (much) humidifier, better user interface, better documentation.

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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by TangledHose » Mon May 25, 2015 10:03 am

I own and use both the S9 AutoSet and the Airsense AutoSet. I would not say the Airsense is a better machine, I would say they are the same machine wrapped in a different package. There is no difference in the fundamental function of the two machines other than a few minor feature differences, some better, some worse.

The S9 has a better screen for viewing at night, the Airsense screen is far too faint and not user adjustable

The S9 auto Climate control is superior in the fact that you can independently control the hose temp while in Auto mode, this cannot be done with the AirSense (must be in manual to control hose temp)

The Airsense built in cellular modem is a pain in the butt if you don't want to use that function because of the "Nag" screen

The S9 draws far less power than the Airsense so in that respect the S9 is better for camping or other times when using on battery power is necessary

On the advantage side for the Airsense is the overall footprint being smaller in terms of space on bedside table

The hose connection on the Airsense is better when using the ClimateLineAir hose due to the 90 degree swivel feature of the hose

The filter door on the Airsense is better, easier to access and change filter, and the SD card access is a little better being on the side as opposed to the back of the machine for the S9

I'd say the S9s humidifier has an advantage in that it is a separate unit that can be detached when traveling so you have a smaller blower unit for travel, however that advantage goes away somewhat if you purchase the side cover for the Airsense that allows for use of blower without humidifier tub installed

The humidifier tubs hold an identical amount of water (380 ml) on both machines

Bottom line, as stated above, they are basically the same machine in a different housing with some very minor feature differences, but fundamentally they work the same in terms of therapy operation.

And of course don't rule out the top of the line Resperonics machines which are at least the equal of the ResMed line up.......I personally don't have any recent Resperonics experience as my old one was a brick, but certainly many users on this forum love their newer Resperonics machines, and they are certainly just as feature rich as the new ResMeds.

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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by hyperlexis » Mon May 25, 2015 10:33 am

The answer is the Airsense 10. Newest mainstream model with slightly improved features, smaller, and wireless data eliminating mailing in sim chips. Plus extremely quiet and has an integrated humidifier.

Respironics is long due for an update on the 60 series so that may (hopefully) be coming soon. Fisher Paykel has slashed the price on its CPAPS so that may mean a new model is coming out soon. DeVilbiss is even more overdue for an update.

But if you really want to switch now, just go with the 10.

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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by Krelvin » Mon May 25, 2015 10:34 am

TangledHose wrote:I own and use both the S9 AutoSet and the Airsense AutoSet. I would not say the Airsense is a better machine, I would say they are the same machine wrapped in a different package. There is no difference in the fundamental function of the two machines other than a few minor feature differences, some better, some worse.
Nice post. Been looking for something like that.

Some of the reasons listed is why I wouldn't get the newer model. I see no point in the wireless info abuse since I don't have to provide compliance and the wireless report info is useless anyway.
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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by ChicagoGranny » Mon May 25, 2015 11:04 am

That is a good post TangledHose.

I will stick with my S9 because of,
TangledHose wrote: The S9 has a better screen for viewing at night, the Airsense screen is far too faint and not user adjustable

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The Airsence built in cellular modem is a pain in the butt if you don't want to use that function because of the "Nag" screen

The S9 draws far less power than the Airsense ...

I'd say the S9s humidifier has an advantage in that it is a separate unit that can be detached when traveling so you have a smaller blower unit for travel, however that advantage goes away somewhat if you purchase the side cover for the Airsense that allows for use of blower without humidifier tub installed

I would hate to have to purchase a part to be able to use the blower without the humidifier.

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Re: best auto cpap currently on the market

Post by palerider » Mon May 25, 2015 12:14 pm

Krelvin wrote:
TangledHose wrote:I own and use both the S9 AutoSet and the Airsense AutoSet. I would not say the Airsense is a better machine, I would say they are the same machine wrapped in a different package. There is no difference in the fundamental function of the two machines other than a few minor feature differences, some better, some worse.
Nice post. Been looking for something like that..
+1 that should be bookmarked somewhere

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