If your doctor has just prescribed CPAP therapy, or your current machine is due for replacement, there’s a good chance you’ve narrowed your search down to ResMed’s AirSense line — and then hit the same question almost everyone does: should you get the AirSense 10, or spend more for the newer AirSense 11?

Both are AutoSet machines, meaning both automatically adjust pressure throughout the night based on your breathing. The real differences come down to design, features, and day-to-day convenience — not the core therapy itself. Here’s an honest, feature-by-feature breakdown to help you decide.

Quick answer

Choose the AirSense 10 if you want a proven, widely-used machine at a lower price point, and don’t need the newest screen or connectivity features.
Choose the AirSense 11 if you want a quieter machine, a modern touchscreen, built-in Bluetooth without a separate dongle, and don’t mind paying more for the newer generation.

Design and size

The AirSense 11 is ResMed’s newer platform, redesigned from the ground up rather than an incremental update to the 10. It has a smaller footprint on your nightstand and a more rounded, modern look. The AirSense 10 has the boxier, more clinical design ResMed has used for years — familiar, but visibly older next to the 11.

Display and controls

This is one of the most noticeable differences in daily use:

AirSense 10: A small color screen with physical navigation, showing basic sleep data and settings.
AirSense 11: A larger, brighter color touchscreen, with a more modern interface that’s easier to navigate, especially for anyone less comfortable with buttons and menus.

Humidifier

Both machines use an integrated humidifier, but the design differs:

AirSense 10 pairs with the original HumidAir humidifier chamber.
AirSense 11 uses a redesigned HumidAir chamber that’s easier to fill and clean, with a more secure seal.

Connectivity

AirSense 10: Bluetooth is not built in — it requires a separate wireless dongle (sold separately) to connect to the myAir app for tracking your sleep data.
AirSense 11: Bluetooth and wireless connectivity are built in, so it pairs with the myAir app out of the box, no extra accessory needed.

If tracking your nightly usage, mask fit, and AHI (apnea-hypopnea index) trends through an app matters to you, this is a meaningful practical difference — not just a spec sheet checkbox.

Noise level

The AirSense 11 runs noticeably quieter than the AirSense 10, thanks to a redesigned motor and airflow path. If you share a bed with a partner who’s sensitive to sound, or you’re a light sleeper yourself, this is one of the more tangible real-world upgrades in the newer model.

Algorithm and therapy

Both machines use ResMed’s AutoSet algorithm to automatically adjust pressure in response to your breathing throughout the night. The AirSense 11 includes refinements to this algorithm, but the core therapy approach is the same family of technology — this isn’t a case of one machine treating sleep apnea and the other not. Your actual pressure range and settings will always be set according to your sleep study and your doctor’s prescription, regardless of which machine you choose.

(This article is for comparing device features, not medical guidance — please follow your prescribing doctor’s or sleep physician’s instructions for your specific therapy settings.)

Price comparison

ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSetResMed AirSense 11 AutoSetPrice₹51,600 (was ₹84,200)₹73,500 (was ₹1,00,000)BluetoothRequires separate dongleBuilt inDisplaySmall color screenLarger touchscreenNoise levelStandardQuieter

(Prices current as of publish date — check the product pages linked below for the latest.)

So, which one should you get?

If budget is your main constraint, the AirSense 10 remains a genuinely solid, well-proven CPAP machine — it’s not an outdated or lesser therapy, just an older design with fewer built-in conveniences. Thousands of patients use it successfully every night.

If you can stretch the budget, the AirSense 11 is worth it mainly for three reasons: it’s quieter, the touchscreen is easier to live with day-to-day, and you skip the extra cost/hassle of a separate Bluetooth dongle.

Neither choice compromises your actual therapy — this is a decision about comfort, convenience, and budget, not effectiveness.

Have questions about which is right for your prescription?

Our team can help match your specific prescription and needs to the right machine — talk to us on WhatsApp or browse both machines directly:

ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet CPAP — ₹51,600
ResMed AirSense 11 AutoSet CPAP — ₹73,500

Frequently asked questions

Is the AirSense 11 better than the AirSense 10 for treating sleep apnea?
Both use ResMed’s proven AutoSet auto-adjusting technology. The 11 has design and convenience improvements (quieter, touchscreen, built-in Bluetooth), but the 10 is not a lesser therapy option — many patients are successfully treated on it every night.

Can I use my old AirSense 10 mask and accessories with the AirSense 11?
Most ResMed masks are compatible across both machines, but tubing and humidifier chambers differ between the two generations. Check compatibility before assuming a full accessory swap-over.

Do I need a prescription to buy either machine?
Yes — CPAP machines are prescription medical devices. Your prescribing doctor or sleep physician will specify the pressure settings appropriate for your diagnosis.