Autopaps and noise

Nenetx2004 · Post by **Nenetx2004** » Tue May 10, 2005 7:48 am

After the disastrous try-out of a bipap, I'm getting an autopap. One of the things that was the most difficult was the fact the bipap was so loud at the highest pressure.

What are some of the quietest autopaps?

Jeanne

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue May 10, 2005 12:39 pm

You pose your question like there are a lot auto-pap's on the market to choose from when in fact there are only 3, maybe 4 choices. All the autos currently on the market have operating noise. They are designed to be quiet, but they will still make noise at higher levels. Best to choose an auto on it's features rather than it's perceived noise level.

Nenetx2004 · Post by **Nenetx2004** » Tue May 10, 2005 12:50 pm

I am fully aware of the number of autopaps that are out there. My concern is my sleep partner. There are machines out there that are quieter than others and still get the job done. I was asking for someone's experience with a couple of different machines.

All machines have an operating noise. Not just the autopaps.

TXKajun · Post by **TXKajun** » Tue May 10, 2005 1:39 pm

nenetx....I have a PB 420E and it's helped both me and Sweetie sleep better. It used to be that I snored so darn loudly that she would have to go into the living room and sleep on the recliner. After getting my APAP, she moved back into the bedroom and is sleeping as soundly as I am. So, my vote is for the 420E. It's quiet enough that she sleeps soundly next to me. And, it's DEFINITELY quiter than my snoring was!!! LOL

This therapy WORKS!!!

chrisp · Post by **chrisp** » Tue May 10, 2005 2:48 pm

Most machines are about equal in noise. The mask exhaust is the culprit with many masks. The more pressure the more noise from machine and mask also .

Cheers,

Chris

Janelle · Post by **Janelle** » Tue May 10, 2005 4:48 pm

You will also find the noise of the machine at higher pressure will be quieter if you put it on the floor instead of your nightstand just because it is not as close to you.

Severeena · Post by **Severeena** » Tue May 10, 2005 5:40 pm

My intended loves my S7. Before I got my CPAP, I was listening to his.

He has an older model of CPAP, but not sure what kind.

His pressure is really high.

The noise from his didn't bother me, because I knew it would keep him alive for the next day.

UKnowWhatInSeattle · Post by **UKnowWhatInSeattle** » Tue May 10, 2005 5:45 pm

Jeanne,

I am a very noise-sensitive guy (not just a sensitive guy) and my only machines to compare are my Remstar Pro/C-Flex (not auto), and my PB420e. I think the PB420e is a bit louder than the Remstar for the user (internal noise through the hose), but my newest Remstar is quieter externally. I had to return my first Remstar since it was making too much noise and I was able to convince the DME of that.

I tend to put a pillow over the top of either machine (making sure I don't obstruct the input on the back at all) to muffle the sound a little. Contrary to recommendations, I do like to keep the machine on the floor (on a towel), which also keeps the noise at a minimum for my wife. On the occasional times that she has problems with noise, I'd say it is nearly always related to mask exhaust/leaking and not the machine itself. She did have a hard time with my first Remstar.

Sorry, I'm long-winded since I can type fast! In summary, I think the PB420e is probably going to be a hair noisier than a Remstar Auto... I also had to consider the cost, size, and software in my decision to go with the 420E. Keep in mind that each individual machine varies also. Snork1 has had whiney Remstar Autos but most people claim they're quiet.

None of this crap has helped a bit, has it?? I expected Rested Gal to pipe in with some USEFUL information!

WillSucceed · Post by **WillSucceed** » Tue May 10, 2005 7:20 pm

I've trailed the PB420E, the ResMed Spirit and the Respironics RemStar Auto. I found them to all have about the same sound level; none of them was bothersome.

I did find that the PB 420E seemed to send a bit of noise up the hose, but it was not a problem. I ended up buying the PB machine and I have absolutely no regrets what so ever. It is by far smaller, lighter, more easily travelled with and, customizable than the other machines.

Good luck with your choice; I hope you have the chance to trial different machines before you buy.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue May 10, 2005 8:34 pm

I don't know if this helps, but I have a ResMed AutoSet Spirit with a ResMed Activa mask. In my opinion, the noise from the machine is virtually nothing. In fact, when I first got it, I thought that I couldn't hear it at all! Only after careful listening for it was I able to hear it. Combined with the Activa mask which is super quiet, the total noise level is barely audible. I keep my machine in a dresser drawer next to the bed. The drawer remains open at night.

Nenetx2004 · Post by **Nenetx2004** » Thu May 12, 2005 12:56 pm

I just picked up my Resmed AutoSet Spirit! I'm hoping for better results tonight on the auto than I had on the bi-level....

Thanks to everyone for their help and advice....

Jeanne

gailzee · Post by **gailzee** » Thu May 12, 2005 4:56 pm

FWIW, I use the 420E, it's not all that noisy. I also use a sleep noise machine to mask outside noise, so one sort of cancels out the other. I'm able to fall asleep with both running. If I forget and leave the sound/machine off, then the sound of my breathing keeps me stoned cold wide AWAKE (yes it is a reassuring sound..), but the 420E isn't all that bad. The swift nasal pillow is sort of noisy, but I'm used to it.

(3 mos. and counting).

Nenetx2004 wrote:After the disastrous try-out of a bipap, I'm getting an autopap. One of the things that was the most difficult was the fact the bipap was so loud at the highest pressure.

What are some of the quietest autopaps?

Jeanne

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