Respironics Profile Lite Gel Nasal CPAP Mask

One of a kind comfort. Two-in-one convenience.                                                 Sure does sound good. Let’s have a look and see for ourselves.  Surprisingly, this premium, lightweight nasal mask is designed with a gel cushion and forehead pad that provides a soft, comfortable, precise fit and easy feel on your face. The innovative gel cushion is fully customizable, offering both a personalized fit for better sealing and pillow comfort. Don’t get me wrong the Profile Lite is a comfortable off-the-shelf mask, and very popular the way it is, right out of the box, but for those self motivated patients who are willing to go the extra mile, the payoff is more than worth it. The simple, 10-minute customization process molds the mask to the patient’s facial contours for a truly personalized seal. Patients are able to easily customize the mask on their own, even repeating the process as needed, to find the perfect fit for themselves. Finding the perfect fit means no air leakage and less tension required to maintain an effective seal. To customize the Profile Lite nasal gel mask, simply place the mask in water that has been boiled. Cool the mask and press it against the patient’s face. The heat-absorbent cushion will feel like a warm compress as it creates the custom shape. Whether a customized fit or a standard contour is desired, the Profile Lite offers both. The  Respironics Profile Lite Gel Nasal CPAP Mask comes in a wide variety of mask sizes available, from petite to large, providing my patients with the personalized fitting options they need. An additional soft gel cushion conforms to the contour of your forehead, reducing bridge pressure. The exhalation port disperses the air for quiet operation and a swivel elbow allows the connector tubing to move freely. Cleaning is a snap, basically just two components to wash. Remember to cap the pressure ports if you are not using supplemental oxygen. On the downside, I am a huge fan of quick release headgear straps, unfortunately there aren’t any,  just the usual velcro.

The Respironics Profile Lite Gel Nasal CPAP Mask succeeds in addressing two of the primary complaints I hear from my patients, facial discomfort and air leakage. In my view, the Respironics Profile Lite Gel Nasal CPAP Mask empowers the CPAP patient with equipment solutions that actually work by consistently delivering a comfortable, custom fit for many of my nasal CPAP patients.  Excellent field performance.  A solid value.

Respironics Profile Lite Gel Nasal CPAP Mask 

CMR Rating 98/100.   

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Respironics ComfortClassic Nasal CPAP Mask

“ComfortClassic provides quality performance in a no nonsense package. Sometimes a simple solution is best. No wonder this uncomplicated mask remains a favorite to those looking for a good seal, reduced complexity and great value.”

That’s the tagline. Simple, good seal, quality performance.  Hmmm…I don’t know about you, but I am feeling a bit skeptical on this one. Time to unwind the sales pitch and get busy with our fair and balanced evaluation.  Many of my patients hold this mask in high regard, and I sincerely respect that.  If the ComfortClassic Nasal CPAP Mask works for you, fantastic! Just scroll down to the link at the end of this review and proceed to checkout for your special internet discount price. For the rest of us, let’s take a few minutes and discover why this mask may not be for you. We will begin with features. The ComfortClassic, like all masks in the Comfort Series, is latex free. It is a single wall silicone membrane construction, the inner base being thicker for stability and support.  The thin outer membrane surface fills with air and is intended to create a comfortable seal at the point of contact. I have listened to and seen complaints about red marks and discomfort from the thicker part of the membrane “digging” and causing skin irritation. The thin outer edge of the contact point appears to be, in my opinion, frequently insufficient to maintain a secure seal with active sleepers and moderate CPAP therapy pressures (10-15cm) requiring additional tension on the headgear to eliminate the frequent air leaks, which results in the high incidence of skin abrasion and red marks. There is a fine line between comfort and sealing capability. When the mask is adjusted comfortably, it often leaks. When a good seal is achieved, it can result in discomfort. So much for simplicity.  There is also an effective two position gel spacer, which allows the patient to extend the forehead rest and match their profile. Headgear is basic with standard velcro, the exhalation port is reasonably quiet.

The Respironics ComfortClassic Nasal CPAP Mask comes up short for me. Complaints of facial discomfort and air leakage are common. For some loyalists however, it works. Moderate performance, moderate comfort, moderate value. I don’t recommend average.

Respironics ComfortClassic Nasal CPAP Mask

CMR Rating 85/100

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Fisher Paykel Flexifit HC407 Nasal CPAP Mask

Do not pass this nasal CPAP mask by without due consideration.  This over the nose CPAP mask solution is light, good fitting for most, is easy to use and economically priced. The mask truly is user friendly.  Reliability, durability, simplicity and functionality are the core characteristics of any quality CPAP mask. The Flexifit 407 performs suprisingly well for most CPAP patients.  The Flexifit 407 utilizes FlexiFit technology for easy mask adjustment. The glider strap provides freedom of movement while maintaining an effective seal.  The glider hook enables simple one step removal of headgear.  Air flow and resulting noise are eliminated with the filtered diffuser system.  Most patients will find the small seal size appropriate as it wears like a medium, and an additional large silicone seal is included if needed.  Cleaning is easy and reassembly is a snap.  On occasion, the glide strap did come out of it’s guide channel, but was easily popped back into place.

The Flexifit 407 is an all around recommended buy, based on field performance alone, and when you factor in the lower purchase price, it’s a no-brainer.  An outstanding value for a low cost, “beginner” nasal CPAP mask with reasonable comfort, superb reliability and stability.

Fisher Paykel Flexifit HC407 Nasal CPAP Mask

CMR Rating 94/100.

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ResMed Ultra Mirage II Nasal CPAP Mask


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Fisher Paykel Zest Nasal CPAP Mask


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ResMed Mirage SoftGel Nasal CPAP Mask

 

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Respironics EasyLife Nasal CPAP Mask

 

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Fisher Paykel Flexifit 405 Nasal CPAP Mask

 

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Respironics ComfortGel Blue Nasal CPAP Mask

 

 

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ResMed Mirage Micro™ Nasal CPAP Mask

 

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Resmed Mirage Vista Nasal CPAP Mask

 

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ResMed Swift FX Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask


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ResMed Swift FX For Her Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask


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Resmed Mirage Swift II Nasal Pillows CPAP Mask



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Resmed Mirage Swift LT Nasal Pillows CPAP Mask


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Fisher Paykel Opus 360 Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask


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Respironics Optilife Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask

 

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Respironics ComfortLite 2 Cushion and Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask


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Resmed Quattro FX Full Face CPAP Mask


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Fisher Paykel Flexifit HC431 Full Face CPAP Mask

 

 

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Resmed Ultra Mirage™ Full Face CPAP Mask

 

 

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Respironics ComfortFull 2 Full Face CPAP Mask

 


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Respironics ComfortGel Full Face CPAP Mask


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Fisher & Paykel Healthcare FlexiFit™ 432 Full Face Mask

 

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ResMed Mirage Liberty™ Full Face CPAP Mask with Nasal Pillows

 

 

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Circadience Sleep Weaver Soft Cloth Nasal CPAP Mask


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Puritan Bennett Breeze Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask

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Resmed Mirage Quattro Full Face CPAP Mask

Here’s an RT insider tip.  When I receive prescription orders to setup a new patient with Bipap or CPAP and the pressure settings are moderate to high (above 15-25cm) my first thought is what size Quattros I have in stock.  Without
question, the Resmed Mirage Quattro full face mask is CMR’s go to solution for those patients with higher pressure settings.  Frequent leaks are eliminated in most cases with the dual wall cushion.  This is a strong, sturdy and durable full face mask with excellent sealing capability.
The Mirage Quattro features a comfortable headrest and secure headgear that easily clips into the mask in four places.  This innovation allows patients to quickly remove their mask and just as importantly, enables convenient and simple repositioning upon returning from those unexpected bathroom trips.  The adjustable Microfit dial adjusts the bridge pressure of the mask for personalized fit.  Sized XS, S, M, L, the Quattro is also quiet and user friendly to clean.
A higher incidence of bridge irritation was noted  due to the higher pressures and firmer seal required. These occasional irritations can be managed with the use of  a bridge pad and the Microfit dial.  The Resmed Mirage Quattro is a highly recommended CMR buy for exceptional performance in the field, reducing refits and mask evaluation calls.  CMR rating 95 points of 100.

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Respironics GoLife Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask


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Respironics ComfortGel Original Nasal CPAP Mask

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Respironics TrueBlue Gel Nasal CPAP Mask

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Bravo Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask

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Resmed Mirage Activa LT Nasal CPAP Mask

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Resmed Kidsta Nasal CPAP Mask

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Fisher Paykel Flexifit HC406 Nasal CPAP Mask

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Respironics Comfort Fusion Nasal CPAP Mask

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Respironics Comfort Curve Nasal CPAP Mask

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DeVilbiss Flexset Nasal CPAP Mask

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Invacare Twilight 2 Nasal CPAP Mask

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