What’s The Difference? | CPAPs vs BiLevels

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You’ve probably seen both terms — “CPAP” and “BiLevel.” But what exactly do they mean?

CPAPs BiLevels
CPAPs only regulate one pressure setting, so the pressure when you breathe in and out is the same. BiLevels have two controlled pressure settings, one for when you inhale and one for when you exhale.
CPAPs BiLevels
People with pressure needs between 4 cm H20 and 20 cm H20 can usually use CPAPs without any issue! People who need higher pressure settings or people who have trouble tolerating high pressures when they exhale often sleep better with a BiLevel.
Your doctor will give you a prescription for a CPAP if you have Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Your doctor will give you a prescription for a BiLevel if you have Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) or if you have additional health conditions.
CPAPs BiLevels
You can use any mask of your choice with your CPAP machine. Great news! You can use the same masks with BiLevels as you do with CPAPs.
Your CPAP comes with a humidifier. More great news! BiLevels use the same humidifiers as CPAPs as well.
All of the best-selling home CPAP machines have BiLevel equivalents! Here are a few of our favorites:

CPAPs BiLevels

 ResMed AirSense 10 Auto

  • Auto-adjusts pressure
  • Whisper quiet
  • Integrated humidifier
  • MyAir app

ResMed AirCurve 10 VAuto

  • Auto-adjusts both pressures
  • Whisper quiet
  • Integrated humidifier
  • MyAir app

 Respironics DreamStation Auto CPAP

  • Auto-adjusts pressure
  • Quietest CPAP on the market
  • Detachable humidifier
  • DreamMapper appDream Mapper app

Respironics DreamStation Auto BiPAP

  • Auto-adjusts both pressures
  • Quietest BiLevel on the market
  • Detachable humidifier
  • DreamMapper appDream Mapper app
Unfortunately, even though there are travel CPAP machines like the ResMed AirMini Travel CPAP, there is no travel BiLevel machine. We recommend using the DreamStation Auto BiPAP with the humidifier detached for travel!

No Prescription? No Problem.

Getting the right CPAP or BiLevel machine is essential to getting your best night’s sleep. Today, when you buy one of our featured CPAPs or BiLevels you’ll also receive a FREE CPAP or BiLevel Prescription ($99 value).

And you won’t even need to see the doctor.

Who Wants to Visit the Doctor Anymore?

Up until now, you've always had to visit your doctor to renew your prescription. It's the 21st century and the internet isn't going anywhere anytime soon, so we're able to make getting a new prescription 10x easier.

For a limited time, you can get a FREE CPAP prescription renewal without a trip to the doctor.

Our prescription package (normally $99) provides a renewal prescription in as little as 1 business day, and you don't have to step foot outside!

How does it work? There are only 3 steps:


The prescription will be emailed to you, and is valid for 8 years. We will also keep your prescription on file, making it easy for you to get your CPAP supplies from Easy Breathe.
People love the speed and convenience of the CPAP Prescription Package! Here are a few reviews from our customers:


"When it came time for a new machine, everywhere I looked, everyone wanted a rx from a Dr. I already had a sleep study done and I know I need cpap. Not wanting to go through everything again, the opportunity to get a new machine without the hassle was great. Answer a few questions and after the review, everything was taken care of. Would definitely recommend this option." --Frank


"I would use easybreathe's prescription package again in a heartbeat. It is that quick and easy to use without the hassle and expense of unnecessary doctor appointments and redone sleep studies." --Kristina R.


"After fighting with the supplier that had my Rx to get a new machine, they would not give it to me and were forcing me to go through the whole study again. (they give the study and sell the high priced machines, go figure) One call and everything was taken care of, overnight shipping too. Cheaper than using my insurance. Well worth it. Thanks guys." --Tim


"EASIEST CPAP PRESCRIPTION RENEWAL EVER!! Fast and easy., and best of all - no return trips to a specialist with high co-pays!" --Pam D.

*One coupon code per order. Payment plans cannot be combined with other offers. Cannot be applied to insurance orders or previous orders.

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