06-26-2024, 10:29 PM
(This post was last modified: 06-26-2024, 10:41 PM by deadboy.)
Should I get a loaner machine?
I've been recently diagnosed with moderate OSA (AHI 18).
My doctor said I could try getting a loaner machine to see which one I like. I'm leaning toward an AirSense 11. This would cost me an additional CAD 100 (USD 73). Does it make sense to get one or should I buy it outright?
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
So it's CAD100 per month?
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
(06-26-2024, 10:53 PM)Phaleronic Wrote: So it's CAD100 per month?
Good question. They only said it's $100 and I'll have to use it for at least a month so not sure. Let's assume I'll decide within a month and it'll be a one time fee.
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
(06-26-2024, 10:56 PM)deadboy Wrote: Good question. They only said it's $100 and I'll have to use it for at least a month so not sure. Let's assume I'll decide within a month and it'll be a one time fee.
Then I'd do it, get it dialed in after a few nights and see what the data shows.
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
I would suggest the Airsense 10 instead. It has years of good experience behind it. Some folks are having trouble with the 11s.
Machine: ResMed AirCurve 10 Vauto
Mask: Bleep DreamPort Sleep Solution
06-27-2024, 05:10 AM
(This post was last modified: 06-27-2024, 05:14 AM by Narcil.)
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
you could try it for a month see if apap is enough for you.
but you could also totally just buy it. Airsense 11 and 10s are the best machines anyways.
the only real "issue" of the 11 is the opt-out mic inside if you care about that.
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
(06-26-2024, 11:06 PM)Phaleronic Wrote: Then I'd do it, get it dialed in after a few nights and see what the data shows.
Thanks, I'll do that.
(06-26-2024, 11:44 PM)Deborah K. Wrote: I would suggest the Airsense 10 instead. It has years of good experience behind it. Some folks are having trouble with the 11s.
Can you tell me what trouble exactly?
(06-27-2024, 05:10 AM)Narcil Wrote: you could try it for a month see if apap is enough for you.
but you could also totally just buy it. Airsense 11 and 10s are the best machines anyways.
the only real "issue" of the 11 is the opt-out mic inside if you care about that.
Not a problem for me if I can turn it off.
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
The Airsense 11 has a smaller motor, and quite a few people have reported mechanical problems with the machine.
Machine: ResMed AirCurve 10 Vauto
Mask: Bleep DreamPort Sleep Solution
06-27-2024, 11:22 AM
(This post was last modified: 06-27-2024, 11:23 AM by deadboy.)
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
(06-27-2024, 11:07 AM)Deborah K. Wrote: The Airsense 11 has a smaller motor, and quite a few people have reported mechanical problems with the machine.
That's concerning. I can see if I can get 10 but I'm thinking will it get any updates? For example, if there's a new algorithm. I also like that 11 is smaller and easier to carry for traveling.
RE: Should I get a loaner machine?
It's entirely up to you of course. I just stated my opinion.
Machine: ResMed AirCurve 10 Vauto
Mask: Bleep DreamPort Sleep Solution
