We use cookies to make your experience better. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. Learn more.
BiPAP Machines
BiPAP machines, also called bi-level CPAPs, adjust therapy pressure when you inhale or exhale.
Traditional CPAP machines provide therapy at a set pressure, but that isn't ideal for everyone. BiPAP devices change pressure based on a set interval or can automatically detect when to adjust based on your breathing pattern. Used in both medical environments and at home, BiPAP machines can be a more comfortable option for some. We recommend talking with your doctor to determine which type of therapy (CPAP, APAP, or BiPAP) is best for you. If BiPAP is recommended, we have a great selection of BiPAP machines for sale, all with free shipping.
What Is a BiPAP Machine?
Unlike CPAP machines that deliver a single pressure, BiPAP devices provide two separate pressure levels: a higher inspiratory positive airway pressure (IPAP) when you inhale and a lower expiratory pressure when you exhale. This bilevel approach makes breathing feel more natural and can be tailored through spontaneous, timed, or spontaneous timed modes based on your needs.
BiPAP vs. CPAP — Key Differences
The primary difference between CPAP and BiPAP therapy is how the pressure is delivered: CPAP delivers constant pressure during inhalation and exhalation, while BiPAP alternates between higher and lower pressure levels. Because of their complexity and cost, BiPAP machines are often reserved for those who require high pressure or who have trouble exhaling against fixed pressure.
Who Needs a BiPAP Machine?
BiPAP therapy is typically prescribed for people with severe obstructive sleep apnea requiring high pressure levels, hypoxemia, hypoventilation, or other complex respiratory conditions. It may also be used for patients with central or mixed sleep apnea, COPD, or other qualifying conditions. If you’re considering BiPAP, consult a sleep specialist to evaluate your sleep study results and discuss alternatives like APAP machines or CPAP machines.
