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Updated September 11, 2024
If you've been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), it's likely your doctor has recommended you use a CPAP machine. These machines help treat sleep apnea by delivering pressurized air throughout the night to keep your airway open. There are many great options available, but it's important to choose one that aligns with your unique needs and prescribed pressure level. That's why we've compiled a list of the best CPAP machines based on features, feedback from users, and our own clinical experience. Whether you're searching for your first machine, or you want to upgrade your current one, we'll discuss the key features of each option to help you make an informed decision. Note that all the machines we will highlight have models that provide CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) or APAP (Automatic Positive Airway Pressure). Work with your doctor to determine which option is right for you.
Before we jump into our machine reviews, here's a quick look at our picks for the best CPAPs in 2024. Click on one to learn more about it or keep reading to see a breakdown of all five.
Price: $1,004
One of the newest CPAP machines on our list, the ResMed AirSense 11 is our pick for the overall best CPAP machine in 2024. It has several helpful software features and hardware advantages that make it easier to maintain compliance with your therapy. For example, a built-in Mask Fit feature walks you through troubleshooting any mask leak by identifying where the leak is and prompting you through mask headgear adjustments for a better seal.
Those transitioning from other machines note that it runs much quieter, and users coming from the previous model, the AirSense 10, mention that the touchscreen interface is more user-friendly than the former knob and click button setup. Additionally, the AirSense 11 can wirelessly transfer therapy data to your healthcare provider, facilitating more impactful conversations with your doctor during appointments and eliminating the need to spend time manually transferring the data. With the most advanced technology and capabilities of any machine on our list, the AirSense 11 is the complete package in our clinical opinion and our best rated CPAP machine. To learn more, read our in-depth ResMed AirSense 11 review.
Price: $960
If you're looking for a more affordable option, the ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet is a reliable choice. Originally released in 2014, it offers the same therapy quality ResMed users have come to expect minus some of the software enhancements added to the AirSense 11. Many comfort features are still present, however. For example, the AirSense 10 can detect when you've put your mask on and slowly increase therapy pressure up to your desired level to make it easier to fall asleep.
Additionally, we're including free a ClimateLineAir heated hose with every AirSense 10 purchase. If you like using a humidifier to avoid nose and throat irritation, a heated hose is an essential accessory to prevent CPAP rainout, the buildup of condensation in your hose. Both the AirSense 11 and 10 also support the ResMed myAir app which helps track the quality of your therapy and provides coaching tips to improve therapy quality and compliance.
Price: $919
Third on our list, the ResMed AirMini is our recommendation for the best portable CPAP machine in 2024. Compact in size, it's a good option for overnight flights (FAA approved), camping, and other situations when it wouldn't be practical to bring a full-sized CPAP machine. Users say that it's quieter than other portable machines and easy to pack, but we don't recommend using it for more than 1-2 nights in a row. Portable machines are not designed for everyday use and can't replace a full-size machine in terms of features, durability, or therapy quality. For example, the AirMini lacks any of the therapy data download capabilities featured on the AirSense 11 and 10. For regular users, note that there is no humidifier, but waterless humidification options like ResMed's HumidX Filters are available if you use a nasal or nasal pillow mask. The small size of the device relative to normal machines can also lead to more heat generation, so be sure to position it in a space with plenty of ventilation.
Price: $799
Another one of the best CPAP devices for frequent travelers, the Breas Z2 is just a bit larger and heavier than the AirMini but also more affordable. Still very small and compact, the Z2 can be used with almost any CPAP mask. Like the AirMini, it uses a heat moisture exchanger to provide waterless humidification. It has basic comfort features like reducing therapy pressure on each exhale, and there's also a free mobile app to help you track your sleep data.
Some users have noted that the Z2 can be a little louder than other travel machines they've used, particularly when using the "Z-Breathe" feature that reduces pressure on each exhale. There are some options to mitigate the noise, including an in-line muffler accessory. We recommend talking with your doctor before adjusting your setup.
Price: $849
Rounding out our CPAP machine reviews, the 3B Medical Luna G3 is a newer option that's grown in popularity following the Philips Respironics machine recalls in June 2021. While it does run a little louder than alternatives like the AirSense 11 and AirSense 10, it still has some advantages. There's an integrated heated humidifier which can preheat water up to 30 minutes before use and, like the AirSense 10, it includes heated tubing in the box which limits condensation buildup that can cause extra noise and rainout. That's a great combination if you've struggled in the past with nose or throat irritation.
The Luna G3 also has popular comfort features like an adjustable ramp setting which can gradually increase therapy pressure to your prescribed pressure over up an hour to help you fall asleep more comfortably. The device is easy to use, with a simple knob and touchscreen interface, and it also shares helpful reminders when it's time to replace accessories like your filter, hosing, and mask parts. Crucially, the G3 tracks all your most important sleep data, including usage hours, leak rates, and more. The data can be stored both locally and on the user-friendly app to share with your doctor. With all the essentials covered at an affordable price, the Luna G3 earns its spot in our top 5 best sleep apnea machines in 2024.
While the ResMed AirSense 11 is the best CPAP machine in our clinical opinion, there may be other factors like price, availability, or feature set which make another machine a better choice for you. I recommend speaking with your doctor or CPAP provider, especially if you're purchasing a CPAP for the first time, and I hope these five CPAP machine reviews help empower you to choose one that meets your unique needs. If you have any questions about these or other products we offer, reach out to one of our customer service experts and we'll be happy to assist you.
