CPAP Masks for Side Sleepers

Ultimately, the best CPAP masks for sleeping on your side are those that combine helpful features like over-the-head tubing with a secure and comfortable design that helps promote compliance and a good night's sleep. While the masks on our list share many of the same features and are great options for side sleepers, we recommend talking with your physician or sleep provider to determine which type of mask – nasal pillow, nasal, or full face – is best for you. Keep in mind when starting on CPAP therapy for the first time, you may have better success with a full face mask. Once your body is used to getting enough air and retrained to keep your mouth closed you could choose to try a nasal or nasal pillow mask.

Pressure on the side of your face from your pillow can cause some masks to shift and create a poor seal, especially if you're a mouth breather with a larger mask. If you already have a mask you like but struggle with discomfort and leaks because of your pillow, consider trying a dedicated contour CPAP pillow to give your mask more room to move.