BIPAP Machine Comparison Guide
BiPAP Machine Comparison Guide β Dubai & UAE
Compare all BiPAP and bilevel therapy machines available from CPAP Medical Trading. Side-by-side therapy modes, specs, AED prices, and honest clinical guidance for every patient type.
BiPAP (bilevel positive airway pressure) therapy delivers two separate pressure levels β a higher pressure during inhalation (IPAP) and a lower pressure during exhalation (EPAP). This makes breathing significantly more natural and comfortable than single-pressure CPAP therapy, and is clinically indicated for patients with more complex respiratory needs. This guide compares all four bilevel machines stocked by CPAP Medical Trading and explains which device is appropriate for which clinical situation. BiPAP therapy must always be prescribed by a qualified physician or sleep specialist β this guide is for informational purposes only.
β οΈ Medical disclaimer: BiPAP therapy is a prescription treatment. The device type, therapy mode, IPAP, EPAP, backup rate, and all other settings must be determined by a licensed physician or sleep specialist based on your sleep study or pulmonary function results. Do not purchase or adjust a BiPAP machine without medical guidance. CPAP Medical Trading is a medical equipment retailer β we do not diagnose conditions or prescribe therapy.
π¦πͺ UAE note on ResMed myAir app: The ResMed myAir cellular data upload feature does not function in the UAE for AirCurve machines. Therapy data can be accessed via SD card using ResMed's ResScan or AirView software. The Lumis 150 VPAP ST-A uses ResMed's AirView cloud platform which your treating physician can access remotely for clinical monitoring.
Quick Comparison β All 4 Machines at a Glance
| Machine | Price (AED) | Therapy Modes | IPAP Range | EPAP Range | Backup Rate | Humidifier | Display | Connectivity | Best For |
| ResMed AirCurve 10 ST | 8,000 | S, ST, T, VAuto, CPAP | 4β25 cmHβO | 3β25 cmHβO | β ST mode | β Built-in | LCD + dial | 4G cellular | Complex/severe OSA, COPD |
| ResMed AirCurve 11 VAuto | 8,000 | VAuto, S, CPAP | 4β25 cmHβO | 4β25 cmHβO | β VAuto only | β Built-in | Colour touchscreen | WiFi + Bluetooth + 4G | OSA patients needing auto-BiPAP |
| ResMed Lumis 150 VPAP ST-A | 10,500 | iVAPS, S, ST, T, CPAP | Up to 30 cmHβO | 2β25 cmHβO | β iBR in iVAPS + ST | β HumidAir optional | LCD + QuickNav | AirView wireless | COPD, OHS, NMD, respiratory insufficiency |
| Philips DreamStation ST30 | 9,000 | S/T, CPAP | 4β25 cmHβO | 4β25 cmHβO | β S/T mode | β Built-in | Colour touchscreen | Bluetooth + modem | OSA with backup rate requirement |
All prices in AED inclusive of VAT. Correct at time of publication. Check live prices β
1. ResMed AirCurve 10 ST BiLevel BiPAP
Available therapy modes:
0β10 cmHβO (VAuto)
Up to 4 L/min (VAuto)
β Pros
- β Most versatile bilevel machine in the range β 5 therapy modes
- β ST mode with backup rate β essential for central apnea and respiratory insufficiency
- β IPAP up to 25 cmHβO β handles the highest pressure requirements
- β VAuto mode available β auto-adjusting BiPAP without needing a separate machine
- β Same price as AirCurve 11 VAuto at AED 8,000
- β World's most clinically proven bilevel device
- β VSync leak management β excellent patient-ventilator synchrony
- β TiControl β clinician can set inspiratory time limits for complex patients
- β Supplemental oxygen compatible up to 15 L/min
β Cons
- β Older design β LCD screen with dial, no touchscreen
- β myAir cellular upload not active in UAE β SD card only
- β No Bluetooth β 4G cellular only
- β Not as intuitive for new users as AirCurve 11
- β Not an NIV device β for respiratory insufficiency requiring iVAPS, choose the Lumis 150
2. ResMed AirCurve 11 VAuto BiLevel BiPAP
Available therapy modes:
β Pros
- β Most advanced ResMed BiPAP algorithm β refined breath-by-breath response
- β Colour LED touchscreen β most intuitive interface in this range
- β WiFi + Bluetooth + 4G β best connectivity of all 4 machines
- β Easy-Breathe waveform β mimics natural breathing shape for smoother therapy
- β Care Check-In and Personal Therapy Assistant via myAir
- β Same price as AirCurve 10 ST at AED 8,000
- β Smaller, sleeker design than AirCurve 10
- β Over-the-air software updates via WiFi
- β TiControl available for clinician customisation
β Cons
- β No ST mode β no backup breath rate available
- β myAir cellular upload not active in UAE β SD card only
- β New ClimateLineAir 11 tube required β not backwards compatible with AC10
- β New filter type (Air11) required β not compatible with AirCurve 10 filters
- β Not suitable for patients requiring timed backup rate or iVAPS therapy
3. ResMed Lumis 150 VPAP ST-A Non-Invasive Ventilator
Available therapy modes:
π₯ Clinical note: The Lumis 150 VPAP ST-A is a non-invasive ventilator, not simply a BiPAP machine. It is prescribed for patients with respiratory insufficiency conditions including COPD, obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS), neuromuscular disease (NMD), restrictive thoracic disorders, and central sleep apnea with significant hypoventilation. The iVAPS mode learns the patient's unique alveolar ventilation and automatically adjusts pressure support to maintain target ventilation β a fundamentally different therapy approach from standard bilevel. It features a full alarm system including apnea and power failure alarms. This device should only be prescribed and set up under clinical supervision.
β Pros
- β Only true NIV device in this comparison β for complex respiratory conditions
- β iVAPS mode β learns and targets your individual alveolar ventilation
- β Intelligent Backup Rate (iBR) β maximises spontaneous breathing opportunity
- β AutoEPAP β automatically maintains upper airway patency in iVAPS
- β IPAP up to 30 cmHβO β highest pressure capability in the range
- β Full alarm system for hospital and high-dependency home use
- β AirView remote monitoring β physician can review data and adjust settings remotely
- β ResScan for detailed 25Hz breath-by-breath clinical analysis
- β TiControl and VSync for precise patient-ventilator synchrony
β Cons
- β Highest price in the range at AED 10,500
- β Requires clinical setup and supervision β not a patient-self-configured device
- β More complex than standard BiPAP β not appropriate for straightforward OSA
- β Older LCD-based interface compared to AirCurve 11's touchscreen
- β Over-specification for patients who only need standard bilevel for OSA
4. Philips Respironics DreamStation ST30 BiPAP
Available therapy modes:
π‘ Humidifier note: The DreamStation ST30 uses Philips' dry-box humidifier technology β the humidifier connects directly to the machine and looks like one integrated unit. It prevents water from passing from the humidifier to the machine even if tipped, which is a meaningful safety feature. The heated tube eliminates rainout. The humidifier heat and moisture can be set to Standard (fixed) or Adaptive (auto-adjust) mode.
β Pros
- β S/T mode with backup rate β for patients requiring breath initiation support
- β Colour touchscreen β more modern interface than AirCurve 10 ST
- β Dry-box humidifier technology β prevents water from entering machine
- β Approved for paediatric use (patients over 18 kg)
- β Two-step ultra-fine filtration system
- β Daily therapy data visible on screen β AHI, leak, usage hours
- β Bluetooth connectivity for DreamMapper app
β Cons
- β No VAuto mode β fixed S/T pressures only (no auto-adjusting BiPAP)
- β AED 1,000 more than both ResMed AirCurve options
- β DreamMapper app has limited UAE functionality
- β No WiFi β Bluetooth only
- β Philips DreamStation 1 recall history may cause patient hesitancy β DreamStation ST30 is a separate product and not affected by the recall
- β Less extensive clinical data history than ResMed AirCurve range
Which BiPAP Machine Is Right for You?
BiPAP selection must always come from your physician based on your diagnosis and sleep study. This guide is for informational reference only.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | AirCurve 10 ST | AirCurve 11 VAuto | Lumis 150 VPAP ST-A | DreamStation ST30 |
| S mode (fixed bilevel) | β | β | β | β (S/T) |
| ST mode (backup rate) | β | β | β | β |
| VAuto (auto-adjusting BiPAP) | β | β | β | β |
| iVAPS mode (NIV) | β | β | β | β |
| Max IPAP pressure | 25 cmHβO | 25 cmHβO | 30 cmHβO | 25 cmHβO |
| Built-in heated humidifier | β | β | Optional | β Dry-box |
| Touchscreen display | β LCD + dial | β | β LCD + QuickNav | β |
| WiFi connectivity | β | β | β AirView wireless | β |
| Bluetooth | β | β | β | β |
| Full alarm system | β | β | β Power, apnea alarms | β |
| Paediatric approval | β | β | β >30 kg | β >18 kg |
| Oβ supplemental compatible | β Up to 15 L/min | β Up to 15 L/min | β | Varies |
| Clinical remote monitoring | AirView (SD) | myAir (SD in UAE) | β AirView wireless | DreamMapper |
| 2-year warranty | β | β | β | β |
| Price (AED) | 8,000 | 8,000 | 10,500 | 9,000 |
Common Questions β BiPAP in the UAE
What is the difference between BiPAP and CPAP?
CPAP delivers one continuous fixed pressure throughout the night. BiPAP (bilevel positive airway pressure) delivers two separate pressures β a higher pressure for inhalation (IPAP) and a lower pressure for exhalation (EPAP). This makes breathing significantly more comfortable, particularly at higher pressure settings, and is clinically indicated for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP, those with complex or severe OSA, central sleep apnea, COPD, obesity hypoventilation syndrome, or neuromuscular conditions.
What is the difference between BiPAP S and BiPAP ST?
BiPAP S (Spontaneous) mode responds to your own breathing β the machine senses when you inhale and delivers IPAP, then drops to EPAP when you exhale. BiPAP ST (Spontaneous/Timed) adds a mandatory backup breath rate. If you do not take a breath within the set time interval, the machine initiates a breath. ST mode is prescribed for patients with central sleep apnea, respiratory insufficiency, COPD, or any condition where spontaneous breathing may become insufficient during sleep.
Do I need a prescription for a BiPAP machine in the UAE?
Yes β a BiPAP machine requires a physician's prescription specifying the therapy mode (S, ST, VAuto), IPAP, EPAP, and backup rate if applicable. Unlike basic CPAP machines, BiPAP devices involve more complex settings that directly affect ventilation. Using a BiPAP machine without medical guidance or with incorrect settings can be ineffective or potentially harmful. CPAP Medical Trading strongly recommends that all BiPAP purchases are made against a valid prescription from a UAE-licensed pulmonologist, sleep specialist, or respiratory physician.
What is the Lumis 150 VPAP ST-A and how is it different from BiPAP?
The Lumis 150 VPAP ST-A is a non-invasive ventilator (NIV) β a step above standard bilevel therapy. It is designed for patients with respiratory insufficiency conditions such as COPD, obesity hypoventilation syndrome, neuromuscular disease, or restrictive thoracic disorders. Its key difference is the iVAPS mode (intelligent Volume-Assured Pressure Support), which targets a set alveolar ventilation level and automatically adjusts pressure support to maintain it β something standard BiPAP machines cannot do. It also includes a full alarm system, making it suitable for high-dependency home use. It is not appropriate for straightforward OSA and should only be prescribed after a full clinical assessment.
Can I visit your showroom to see these machines in person?
Yes. We stock all four machines and our team can demonstrate them in person at our walk-in showroom at Tamani Arts Building, Office 1739, Business Bay, Dubai. We can review your prescription, explain the difference between therapy modes, and help you understand which device your physician has prescribed. No appointment is needed. Open MondayβFriday 9AMβ5PM, Saturday 11AMβ3PM.
Have a BiPAP Prescription? We'll Help You Choose.
Send us your prescription or sleep study report β our team will confirm the right BiPAP device and mode for your specific therapy needs. Free, with no obligation to purchase.
