Buying a machine,, need help please

[MssDarla]

after waiting months and gone thru 2 suppliers ,, tired of waiting, I have decided to buy my own machine, My doctor has sent a prescription to Cpap.com.

What I need help with is what machine to buy, Not looking to get the machine the most expensive or the cheapest, But one with good features, data and such, Hopefully one to last many yrs,

Could anyone recommend one for me? Which is best autopap or Bi pap? Right now I have an old machine that just blows and still cant get a good nights sleep, I wake up in night sweats and heart racing sometimes, So I need to see on data what is happening,

I would like a quiet one with humidifier ,, any other suggestion I should watch out for? special hoses? Thank you so much for help.

If possible to name a machine would be better, This all is giving me a headache, I dont want to choose one I will hate later lol

[Julie]

What machine did your doctor write for on the prescription? That is what you'll get unless you decide it's not what you want and ask your doctor to write a new script being specific about what type of machine (either by function or model name and number) you want. DME's like Cpap.com have to fulfill scripts according to doctors' directions.

[MssDarla]

What machine did your doctor write for on the prescription? That is what you'll get unless you decide it's not what you want and ask your doctor to write a new script being specific about what type of machine (either by function or model name and number) you want. DME's like Cpap.com have to fulfill scripts according to doctors' directions.

She checked boxes for cpap and apap but she will work with me if I want a bipap,,, I think she tired of dealing with the ins as much as I am,

Which is better apap or Bipap? I read on them and the differences but not sure if there's a huge difference enough to ask for a new script, But I want to make a good decision before choosing. This is why I am asking for help, once I choose I will email her for the new script if required

as of now she check box for cpap or apap ( I know she would change if I wanted)
and patients pref in humidifier and all supplies

Thank you for responding

[Julie]

I haven't gone through your other notes to see why you're questioning a bipap - do you have reason to believe you need one rather than a regular apap? Higher pressure needs? They are more expensive, though that may not matter in your case.

[Sheriff Buford]

Bipaps are way more expensive and treat folks that have special health conditions. Plus, they cost a lot more than a regular cpap. Don't get a bipap unless you really need to. If you have "regular" OSA, and want a new machine, I would get a Resmed AirSense 10 Autoset. Our host has them for $883. The Resmed S9 Autoset machine is the model before the AirSense and is a great machine. Our host has some "for her" for $599. You can also see these machine that are "gently used" on secondwind.com. When you buy the Resmed S9 model, be sure you DO NOT get anything that says Elite or Escape.

Hope this helps. I don't know how broke you are.

Sheriff

[MssDarla]

Only asked about Bi pap because I dont have the knowledge, but I believe I will stick to auto pap,, I dont like cpap so that's off my list,

cpap,com has a ICON Auto CPAP Machine with Built-In Heated Humidifier and ThermoSmart Heated Hose over half off,, anyone have experience with this one,, all seems so complicated to me, I am reading but over whelmed $445,, great reviews


everything I ask is to learn knowledge from your experience is all, If I dont make sense its because I am still learning, thank you

What are the most important features to have? that would help me, ty

[Julie]

Maybe others will know more, but I am not sure if an Icon, less popular generally than either Phillips Respironics or Resmed machines, is compatible with Sleepyhead or capable of giving the same amount of data for SH that the other two do... and that's important for you to be able to monitor your own progress as often as you like and tweak things (e.g. pressures) if it seems warranted by SH results at times. The Sheriff (above) gave you good recommendations. I personally would choose Resmed over Phillips as the latter has been known to have a couple of little odd features not everyone likes... pressure pulses etc. that can annoy. And remember that an Apap has a Cpap mode if you want it in future, but Cpaps don't do auto and most prefer autos.

[MssDarla]

Maybe others will know more, but I am not sure if an Icon, less popular generally than either Phillips Respironics or Resmed machines, is compatible with Sleepyhead or capable of giving the same amount of data for SH that the other two do... and that's important for you to be able to monitor your own progress as often as you like and tweak things (e.g. pressures) if it seems warranted by SH results at times. The Sheriff (above) gave you good recommendations. I personally would choose Resmed over Phillips as the latter has been known to have a couple of little odd features not everyone likes... pressure pulses etc. that can annoy. And remember that an Apap has a Cpap mode if you want it in future, but Cpaps don't do auto and most prefer autos.

thank you very much,, thats a start,, I may just have to call cpap.com for advice on the best features to have and help me choose,, knowing the better brands will help me so much

[MssDarla]

S9 AutoSet™ CPAP Machine with H5i™ Heated Humidifier for Her by ResMed on sale for $599 seem to have all the features as the more expensive ones

anyone have complaints?

[Julie]

Most people like it a lot.

[nickdanger1]

The Resmed S9 Autosets are great machines. If you are looking to save a few hundred dollars that would be a very good choice. Their price has gone down because there is a newer version - but the S9's are still used by many of us on the forum.

[cpapnewbie2]

Hi, not sure if you're interested but I have a Resmed S9 machine for sale. It's used, but very slightly. It's practically brand new. I bought it gently used, and I never used it after being assessed and doctor determined I didn't need a machine. You are more than welcome to send me a private message if you would like more info. I also have two masks that I never used. Good luck to you, love and light

[cpapnewbie2]

Sorry, I have a resmed airsense 10 autoset for sale. *DOH* lol.

[D.H.]

I have a Phillips Respironics Dream Station Auto CPAP. It’s my fourth machine since 1999; the others were all “bricks.” Here is my review, the good and the bad.


Advantages:
• Automatic means that it will raise the pressure as needed when it senses distress. I think I fell more refreshed than before.
• Good statistics are generated, so you can see how you slept, and make adjustments as needed. In addition, stats are good for your doctor to see how you are doing.
• Machine is very quiet.
• Heated hose is very good, never had rainout despite full setting on humidity.
• Automatic altitude adjustment (good for travel).
• Leak compensation.
• Auto/on and auto/off can be activated and deactivated separately.
• Humidifier is fully integrated, but detachable. It can be replaced/repaired independently of the main unit. It can also be left behind to save space (if you can live without the humidification).
• Humidifier chamber is wide open on top, making it easy to fill. The unit is sealed when the door over the chamber is closed.
• Puts out the prescribed pressure more precisely than my old machine (yes, I verified this).


Disadvantages:
• Machine is a bit larger than the major competing machine.
• Sometimes, there is a burning smell, especially after a potty break. I’m pretty sure it’s harmless.
• Frequently, the water does not last the whole night. I generally wake up at least once overnight, so I refill it at that time. This might not work for everybody.
• Some have complained about the brightness of the display when you turn it off and back on, such as for a potty break. I don’t find this a problem. In fact, I use the light to reattach my mask to the hose.
• The “full” line on the water tank is hard to see.
• The machine is somewhat noisier when used without the humidifier attached.
• The power cord has a proprietary signal, so you cannot use a different cord, even if the voltage, wattage, amperage, and fitting are all identical. This means that if you need a replacement cord (or a spare cord), you have to get the cord specific to Dream Stations. If you want to use a battery (such as for camping and electrical outages), you have to buy an $80 proprietary device to generate this signal.

[Guest]

Could anyone recommend one for me? Which is best autopap or Bi pap? Right now I have an old machine that just blows and still cant get a good nights sleep, I wake up in night sweats and heart racing sometimes, So I need to see on data what is happening,

If you know your pressure setting that would be helpful.

I use a Respironics but the S9 is a good cpap or bipap.
Icon in not very popular here because of data which is what you need and want so stick with either Resmed or Respironics any model will do.

If you want to use a battery (such as for camping and electrical outages), you have to buy an $80 proprietary device to generate this signal.

$29.95 @ cpap com. You must have that confused with the Resmed power cord.

• Sometimes, there is a burning smell, especially after a potty break. I’m pretty sure it’s harmless

That can be what many complain about after breathing clean filtered air - me thinks its the dust in the air you smell.