The ResMed AirSense 10 is one of the most popular CPAP machines on the market thanks to its dependable design, effective comfort features, and user-friendly app. This sleep therapy device has remained one of our top picks for best CPAP machines since its release in 2014. Since then, it has received praise from CPAP experts and customers alike, with thousands of glowing reviews.

Today, we’re covering everything you need to know about this machine so you can decide if it’s the right one for you. Our AirSense 10 review will explore topics including:

• Key features
• Pros and cons
• Who it’s ideal for
• What’s included with your purchase
• Important specs
• How it compares to the AirSense 11
• What customers are saying
• A breakdown of the machine’s design and features
• Things to consider before buying
• Frequently asked questions

Key Features

• Automatically adjusts pressure to lowest possible setting

• Advanced event detection tracks central apneas and Cheyne-Stokes

• AutoSet Response ensures gentle pressure changes

• Easy-Breathe motor reduces noise to less than 27 decibels

• AutoRamp technology increases pressure when you fall asleep

• Expiratory Pressure Relief prevents “choking on air”

• Automatic climate control with built-in heated humidifier

• SmartStart begins therapy when you put on your mask

• Mask Fit function checks for air leaks

• Daily results from your machine or smart device

• myAir app provides sleep scores, reports, and resources

• AirView shares therapy reports with your doctor

• Ambient light sensor adjusts LCD screen

Despite the AirSense 11 being newer with added support features, a lot of customers actually prefer the design of the AirSense 10, saying it:

• Includes most of the same comfort features

• Runs quieter

• Humidifier has fewer spills

myAir for AirSense 10 vs myAir for AirSense 11

The AirSense 10 myAir app is a game-changing asset that provides helpful resources and insightful sleep reports. That said, The AirSeries 10 app is a slimmed-down version of the AirSense 11 myAir App.

Those who prefer the 11 myAir app say they enjoy one or more of the exclusive in-app features:

• Personal Therapy Assistant

• Video-guided setup

• Set your own therapy goals

• Test Drive

• Care Check-In resources

So, if you’re new to therapy and want a more guided experience, it may be best to go with the ResMed AirSense 11.

Sound

The AirSense 10 is currently the quietest CPAP machine on the market, creating just under 27 decibels of sound. This is about the noise you would expect while listening to a whispered conversation or gently rustling leaves. While the AirSense 11 appears to have a very similar rating, most customers agree that the AirSense 10 sounds noticeably quieter.

Portability

Compared to a travel machine like the AirMini, the AirSense 10 is obviously bigger and heavier. However, at just 2.75 pounds and measuring about the size of a loaf of bread, this device can still easily fit into your luggage without taking up too much space. Plus, it’s FAA/TSA-approved as a medically necessary carry-on, so you can bring it onboard any domestic flight.

If you’d rather go with a CPAP machine that was specifically designed for travel, check out our review for the best travel machines.

User-Friendliness

This machine is straightforward and easy to use. Once you plug in your machine and turn it on, the LCD screen will direct you through the next steps. You will want to customize your comfort settings in the “My Options” menu, and the dial controls make it easy to navigate through the menu to select your choices.

It may take a few minutes to get the myAir app paired with your machine, but once you do, you’ll find a lot of video tutorials in the library that are specific to your equipment. We highly suggest watching “Using Your Device” for a quick tutorial.

Convenience

The AirSense 10 offers a range of machine settings for convenience. One of them, Mask Fit, checks your seal to help you identify air leaks before they can impact your therapy. We also really like the SmartStart feature; though it appears as a single option in your menu, it actually controls both automatic start and stop functions.

When enabled, your machine will begin therapy when you put your mask on and stop when you remove it. When disabled, both automatic functions are turned off.

Comfort

Modern CPAP machines have come a long way in the comfort department, and the AirSense 10 is no different. This machine includes all the same major comfort features that you’d get with the AirSense 11 or any other newer machine. In fact, if comfort is your top priority, we suggest going with the AirSense 10 because it’s quieter and comes with a heated hose that boosts humidity levels.

Let’s take a look at the most important comfort feature settings on this machine:

• Expiratory Pressure Relief: Lets you choose from three levels of expiratory pressure relief to reduce the flow of CPAP air each time you breathe out.

• Ramp Function: Increases your CPAP pressure slowly as you fall asleep. CPAP Ramp increases pressure every 5 minutes, and Ramp Time can be set to run for 5-45 minutes or AutoRamp.

• Sleep Onset Detection: Allows AutoRamp to detect when you’ve fallen asleep so your CPAP pressure can be increased to the levels set by your doctor.

• Heated Humidifier: A heated CPAP humidifier prevents rainout and boosts moisture levels in your CPAP air. Choose from nine levels of humidity.

• Warmup Mode: Once turned on, Warmup Mode will heat your CPAP water over the next ten minutes so that it’s ready to go the moment you start therapy.

Maintenance

CPAP machine maintenance is pretty easy to keep up with, much like other ResMed machines. You’ll need to dump out the water chamber each day, rinse it, and let it air dry. You should also disconnect your CPAP hose and hang it to drip dry. You can also use CPAP wipes for daily cleaning.

The AirSense 10 water chamber and tubing should be deep cleaned once a week with soap and warm water. We also suggest soaking both items in a distilled vinegar and water solution with two parts vinegar and three parts water.

Cost

Cost-wise, the AirSense 10 AutoSet is about average. It usually sits a couple of hundred dollars below the AirSense 11 and slightly higher than a travel machine like the AirMini. While not everyone has an extra $900 available to spend, many sellers offer financing options, like our Breathe Now, Pay Later program, which splits the cost of your CPAP equipment over the next 6, 12, or 18 months.

Will My Current Mask/Hose Work With The AirSense 10?

Yes! The AirSense 10 is compatible with all major types of masks. 

It is also compatible with ClimateLine AirSense 10 Heated Tubing, SlimLine, and standard tubing.

How does the AirSense 10 AutoSet track my therapy progress?

The AirSense 10 AutoSet features built-in wireless connectivity that works with ResMed's myAir app, allowing you to monitor your therapy data, such as usage hours, mask seal, and apnea events per hour. This data helps you track your progress, stay motivated, and share results with your healthcare provider for personalized adjustments.

This machine is a fan favorite for many reasons, including its customizable comfort settings, quiet performance, and straightforward progress reports. If you’re in the market for a dependable machine that gets the job done, you can’t go wrong with ResMed’s AirSense 10 AutoSet.

Need help during the buying process? Give our CPAP Guides a call at 1800-356-5221 or email us at support@cpap.com.