Returning CPAP User - Mask Question DreamWear FF or ResMed F40

[Shutterbug57]

I tried CPAP about 12 years ago and could not find a mask that worked for me. The full face masks of that time were the triangle versions and I could not find one that was long enough for my face. I also tried the nasal pillows, but I do too much mouth breathing to make that work and it also caused my nose to clog up. I tried several masks and then just quit.

At the urging of my cardiologist (no pacemaker), I have gotten a new sleep study and will be embarking on the CPAP journey again. I was researching masks and noted that there is a new type, the hybrid type, that sit under your nose and cover your mouth. I think that style will work for me. My research has me leaning toward the ResMed F40, but their inability to sell the filter/hose connection that fits on the cushion and has a foam filter embedded in it is concerning. Replacing this part requires replacing the whole mask, or at least the frame. This is a rather expensive way to replace what should be a $10 part. The other mask I am looking at is the DreamWear full face mask. That makes has no unserviceable parts, however, lacking the filter of the F40, it is supposed to be a bit noisier than the F40. Noise was one of my wife’s significant issues with my prior CPAP usage.

The pricing of the DreamWear is better than the F40 and you can just buy all the parts for the DreamWear and have a working mask cheaper than the complete unit. I may be overly concerned by the unserviceable foam filter on the F40, but I would like to change that part out monthly, however, I am not willing to pay the price of a full kit to do so.

For those who have used both the ResMed F40 and the DreamWear full face masks, can I please have your thoughts? I appreciate your input.

[ChicagoGranny]

For those who have used both the ResMed F40

The ResMed F30i has worked very well for me for several years. I tried the F40 recently and didn't like it. Not sure exactly how to explain it, but the F40 seemed too "fragile".

The overhead hose on the F30i makes hose management easy. If the hose is pulled, it pulls the frame, not the mask. This helps prevent unintentional leak.

In case you didn't know, cpap.com has photos, specs, ratings and reviews on most masks.

I have no faith in Philips Respironics for any CPAP products.

[Shutterbug57]

I have no faith in Philips Respironics for any CPAP products.

Can you explain this position? Thanks.

[ChicagoGranny]

'splain puleez

https://www.propublica.org/article/phil ... ines-in-us

[Shutterbug57]

'splain puleez

https://www.propublica.org/article/phil ... ines-in-us

Interesting. Thanks.