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Not enough magnet strength to affect the pacemaker or the newer pacemakers are made a bit differently so as not affected. I even had an MRI last yr. The only thing differently on that - the pacemaker tech set my pacemaker to 80 BPM, then back to 70BPM after. Who knew?!
The F40 is the most comfortable mask I’ve ever used. I do agree with your comment about is puffing up but it’s a small price to pay for a good nights rest.
Surprised to hear you say that about the F30i. I’ve been using it for quite a while and love the connection at the top. Why do you think it’s the worst?
Got my F40 from CPAP supplies. I have use it for 13 days now. More comfortable than my F30 to me and keeps a great seal all night. My AHI stays around 2.0 avg but the first night use was .50 AHI. Lowest it's ever been in 5 years. I did change the mask setting to 'Pillows' as suggested by ResMed manual. Using the standard headgear and medium cushion. So far so good, the mask allowed me to sleep on my side more comfortably than the F30. I will be sticking with the F40 for now on.
I've been using the F40 for almost two weeks now, and it is my absolute 100% favorite mask ever! I've tried at least a half dozen others, including the F30, the Evora, and the Amara View. There is no comparison for me. It fits beautifully (medium cushion with standard head gear), and I have zero issues with leaks. As one other person mentioned, I find slightly pulling it away from my face to allow it to reseal itself (like if I have an issue after changing positions) works much better than tightening. It is without a question the most comfortable face mask for me. My settings range from 9-14. I hope they never stop making this mask. I wonder if it's not as good for you because of your facial hair.
This is the first time I have not agreed with you on a new mask. I just love the F40. It is the first mask I have been able to wear comfortably since I was switched to an ASV with pressures that go up to 25 when I stop breathing. CPR in a Jar. Everything I try leaks like a sieve. It's soft and the seal fits my Shar Pei face beautifully. I am 82 and have no collagen to speak of in my face. It's easy to clean and wear. I love the swivel hose. I have noticed that it works much better if I do NOT tighten it a lot during leaks. Rather than tighten it it is better to pull it out and reseal it. If I switch body positions I always reseat it on my face. As I also will just squish it when it is a small leak and make the air flow shift a bit and it stops the leak. My AHI is now usually under 1 with this mask and sometimes 0.0. My O2 drops are fewer, and my sleep architecture has improved quite a bit. Ive been papping for 10 years and this is by far the best mask I've had.
I'm 81...ten years CPAP. Starting From RM Quattro to the F40. I agree with Most Comfortable. Thought the under nose would rub my columella. It does but ever so lightly.. No problem. Side sleeper...Max presr. 18. Used Jason CPAP DME. Great price..quick ship to the West Coast👍🏻
at this stage of the game I'm totally convinced that the people making these masks are not using them - it's clear as they don't seem to be able to absorb constructive feedback -why don't they form a panel of pro mask testers with Leftylanky, Uncle Nicko and that dude from the "The CPAP Store" channel etc -they need to do LOTS of prototyping
Hmmm… you seem a bit grumpy, could it be lack of sleep? I’m an F30 user, and I was looking forward to a review of the F40, but it wasn’t as glowing as I was hoping. Think I’ll wait and see your further reports, and from others. Thanks for the review.
Just a thought to the ladies out there; I tried the F40 medium cushion first, but I’m having better success with the F40 small-wide cushion. So far so good!
This is the most comfortable FFM I've ever tried, but it leaks like crazy at the corners of my mouth. I tried everything from looser to tighter for many nights and finally gave up on it and went back to my old reliable F&P Evora.
Thanks for the review. I was wondering if I would like this mask. You answered my question without my have to spend a dime. I will stick to my F&P Evora, and the F30.
I was too anxious to try this mask even with your warning about the material shape at the nostrils. Your review was spot on. Air intake was good, but I could not exhale, and that kept waking me. I would return it, but the policy is not to allow the return of a product that was used. READ the policy before ordering!!!! I would have been better off waiting for my DME to have it available. I might try cutting that strip out between nostrils before I just throw this in the garbage.
Great. I got one of these coming tomorrow!! Why didn’t you post yesterday😢 I currently use F30 and love, but on side it leaked. Resmed says F40 better for side sleeping due to the “flexibility”. Guess we will see how it works for me this weekend. I eagerly anticipate your “pillows” setting video. Better be tomorrow!!
I’ve seemed to try all the masks and settled on the Evora FFM as the best for me; until I tried the F40 Face size of course makes the difference I have a bit rounder face The F40 is the most comfortable mask I’ve ever tried and it doesn’t leak at all compared to others. I’m a side sleeper, and I’ve had absolutely no leak issues and don’t have to “over tighten “ it For me…. It’s the perfect and most comfortable mask I’ve ever tried. Love it 😍
Hey Jason! I’ve been using mask bright and love it! Bout ready to order more. Also like your videos! Been a papper since 2009. Love the ResMed FX Mirage nasal mask.
I found with this style of mask the size for me was more about the nose hole size. Wore a medium F20 but had to go to a small F30. This looks more cheaply made than the F30 ? Your comments seem to reinforce this?
I personally have been using this mask every night since it came available to purchase, this is by far the most comfortable mask ive used and ive used probably 6 or 7 masks. I have a fairly thin face id say this is the only mask ive used that ive had zero leaks since day one
Nice to see this has a diffuser. The F30 didn't fit under my nose, and the F&P Evora was nice, but it kept blowing air in my eyeballs and off my sheets; that was the one aspect of it I couldn't stand.
I used the F40 for about 16 days. At first I thought it was a game changer, but started to get sore under my nose from tightening the mask to prevent the leaks. The sore nose had me go back to the F30i/F30 and the problem went away. I am looking forward to the possibility of a F40i maybe? We will see.
I get the soreness under my nose as well when I wake up. It goes away after 10 mins. This mask still way better than my full faced f20. My local cpap people are terrible and gave me no real options when this journey started. From my pulmonologist to the cpap people terrible experience. Channels like these and others kept me from smashing my equipment into pieces.
I’ve been using the AirFit F40 for a few weeks now, and of the half dozen or so masks I’ve used in the past decade, mostly hybrid full face masks, this is the best one I’ve ever used. I was previously using the AirFit F30, which few people liked, but the F40 was not only a lot more comfortable, but mask leaks went way down, and I’ve definitely slept better. I also have to disagree with you regarding the adjustable top of headgear, for two reasons: headgear of this type favors individuals with a larger head, with individuals with smaller heads having to adjust the top headgear to maximum extent still being too big, and secondly, it provides too many degrees of freedom for the headgear, meaning many people misadjust the top strap, or don’t adjust it, which doesn’t provide a good back anchor for the front of the mask, allowing the mask cushion to fall forward and leak. I suspect that this is one of the reasons that people don’t favor the F30.
This is great to hear. I use a Bipap, have a severely deviated septum and a pronounced bulbous chin, crossbite, and collapsed discs in both TM joints causing involuntary snapping of my jaw when it dislocates on one side or another. I started beginners therapy in May with an aircurve 11 with the f&p evora and didn't get more than 45 min straight of sleep for two weeks unless I slept without therapy, so I swapped for the dreamwear full face. Still mask seal problems, but I'd get at least 2-3 hours before waking up to my mask farting loudly on my face. Next I bought an f30i out of pocket and realized that part of the fit issues I'm having are because I'm bumping the hose connection at the top of my head into the headboard during the night with both it and the dreamwear full face. The angled nose at the top and the silicone strip in the middle on the f30i cushion made it so much easier to get a seal on my nose without the mask tearing up the insides of my nostrils like the dreamwear does. With the top-of-head hose connections, I'm bumping my head and rotating the frame forward or back to/from my face, making me have to really clamp the mask down onto my face to keep me from waking up, but still ending up blocking the air outflow holes at the hose connection and the mask outflow by itself isn't good enough to keep me from waking up gasping feeling like I'm in an airtight box breathing my own air. I really wish the evora wasn't so badly designed - there's just not any size cushion for someone with a long face, big jutting chin, and normal size nose with ultra-narrow nostrils. I've got a new sleep doc who was flabbergasted at the settings my prior doc had me on and ordered an expedited bipap titration study, which gives me hope. With severe pain from osteoarthritis and a wrist tumor (soon to be removed!) - I desparately need to have fewer huge interruptions all night every night in sleep, since better sleep and rest means TONS less pain pretty much immediately. I know from using the F30i that if I can move the hose off the top of my head and also get the right pressure settings that - combined with my experience troubleshooting seal issues and my persistence in just sticking with therapy - that I'll start getting the amazing benefits of improved rest that my friends & family who use CPAPs tell me about will start becoming a reality for me too. So grateful for this channel!
@@mnk6227 I prefer to keep my mouth closed, but if my nose gets too dry during the night or I lose pressure, my one working nostril closes up and I have to mouth breathe. With the F30i and now - TONS better - the F&P Evora, I don't wake up with a noisy mask issue if I start mouth breathing. The elbow being on the top of my head with the Dreamwear full face and the F30i created other issues that made it too difficult to use more than a few hours a night though
My BiPAP pressure is 22/18. Just like Jason noted, to prevent leaks with this mask, I have to crank it down very tight. When I do this, it completely eliminates leaks, but is uncomfortable to wear and causes considerable pain to my nose. Sounds like I need to give the F30 a try.
some of the pain and overtightening can be because you are not yet used to it. While I have never tried it I have found that on the Evora (very similar mask) it is easy to get so tight that your eyes bulge from the pressure. However if it is adjusted right it seals well and no leaks (ON MY FACE) - everyone is different. On the Evora I seat the mask under the septum snug then the lower straps as loose as I can get without flapping on my face. It feels so much better with that sequence.
Thanks for the review Jason! I'm still looking forward to the F40 -- mine's in the mail. My pressure settings aren't as high -- under 10 usually. Maybe the mask wont' break seal at those pressures?
It's like Fisher&Pykell (Evora Full) and Respironics (Dreamwear) had a baby...😃The F30 I could not seal at all. The F20 works really well for me. The F40 is... meh. I probably need the Medium mask but that's a purchase for a few months from now as they don't sell a fitpack and my insurance only covers a new mask every six months.
This is the first of a honest review for me. The defused exhalation is a win win, but I’ll wait for at least 6 months of opinions posted before I’d consider jumping on this bandwagon because I’m real curious how the all silicone cushion holds up.
Serious comment: this style of mask is what made me quit cpap until I had that consultation with you. No matter what I did, it just farted on my face all night long, even while I was awake! And tightening it just pushed my nose upward, or crunched down on my lower teeth. Haaaaated it.
Thank you so much for this review. I might give it a try. My F30 is so-so. I have a feeling the SmallWide nasal cradle/cushion (F40 does not come in a Standard SMALL just SMALL-WIDE) is going to leak as my nose is narrow like a gerbil’s. Do they have Rodent-Sizing? 😂
Appreciate your review, but you confirms for me that what works or doesn’t work in mask fitting depends on facial structure, comfort and tolerance levels which are as unique as our fingerprints.
I'm a long time user of the Mirage Quattro, a mouth breather, a side sleeper, and have a red nose from the QM mask. I'm looking for alternatives. Which mask would you suggest I try (f30, f30i or f40)? BTW, I rarely breath through my nose. Is it possible to plug the nose holes to eliminate potential leaks?
@31FramesGunther Thank you for your reply! I had not heard of the pillow cube. Will check it out, need to replace my current side sleeper pillow! My wife tells me I sleep like a rock after going cpap, no snores and minimal position changes. I will investigate the evora further!
I think the F30 would be better for patients who use higher settings. The F40 is too soft for me. I'm not a fan of full masks, but the design on the headgear makes a huge difference! Thanks for the review. Very informative.
Thanks for the information. My Dr. gave this to me for free to try as I am having problems with my current nasal mask hissing with each breath. I am hoping this works for me as I don't know what else to do.
Everyone’s preference and comfort levels varies. Personally, I loved it until I tried the Evora. With the Evora, the main adjustment is the elephant trunk.
I currently use an Airlift N30i mask. I have to tape my mouth shut each night to stop air leaks. Does the F40 work without taping your mouth closed, if you have a mouth leak problem with other masks?
Hi! Can you share with us F30i users why you don’t like it as compared to the ones you prefer. Appreciate it! Been using the F30i for 2 years and not sure about it.
Bout to get fitted for one of these… i have the nasal… but all nasal masks i yank off because nasal congestion or… freakin rain out i really was enjoying the memory foam F30 😢 but it was constantly. I am using the one with the tube overhead, with the nasal mask. It’s comfortable but i always take these things off.. 😭😭 My OSA aint severe enough for inspire though 😭😭
What do you think of the f 20 I use max pressure it’s the only one that works well the only problem is I break out on the back of my neck from the stitching I’m not sure how to remedy that issue
This style of mask is for people who apparently lie stock still all through the night. I have a tendency to want to grind my cheek into the pillow, and it would take 10 seconds for this mask to get pushed off kilter and then seal off my nostrils. I'm kind of annoyed I can't find the old gigantic Resmed mask with a forehead support and such... only thing that really worked was one of those and then strapping it so tight to my head I heard my skull creaking.
i have the evora and i liked it but ive switched to a nasal cradle mask because of i had several infected teeth in the front and waspressing against those teeth making it impossible to sleep so im getting them all pulled and the infection is gone now. my issue switching back to the evora is that its very bulky compared to the n30i is this less bulky and heavy more comfortable? see i feel like i get a deeper sleep on my back but the issue is woith the n30 i i end up taking it off if im on my back. i sleep with the bed elevated. do you have any tips i usually wake up anywhere between 2-6 times a night im at 8-14 for pressure on my airsense 11 apap. i think i would do better with a cpap instead of an apap. why would the doctor prescribe an apap as opposed to a cpap for me. sorry for the long comment and many questions. be safe
Im having the same thing I had a problem with with the F30. The air hits me in the mouth and I feel like the air doesn't go up to the nostril part strongly enough. I wake up with my mouth wide open because I feel like I can't breath properly. The F20 is perfect so I can't figure out why I'm having this same issue with the F30 and F40. I feel like because of the bigger chamber of the F20 mask the air dissipates more evenly? I'm pissed, I want to like this mask, it's so comfortable.
Any hybrid mask that doesn't have the tube attached to the mask I'm fine with F30i for example is fine, I feel like the air dissipates evenly. I have no idea why I'm having this issue with the F30 and F40
I am 4 days into using my cpap. I have only been able to wear this mask for 4-5 hrs. The issue I am having is the bottom part of my nose starts to hurt. Will I get used to it so I can have a full nights sleep?
Seems retrograde to me. I use the furry seal masks from ResMed and I've found the change from the silicone plastic to the furry, velvety sort of stuff very effective. I wouldn't like to go back to the silicone plastic seal method.
I used scissors to cut the horizontal part that contacts the septum between the nostrils... But I'm mostly a mouth breather, so I don't know if this would work for you or not.
Disappointing review to me. I'm looking for a comfortable full face mask to replace my ancient Mirage Activa LT and was hoping this might be a good candidate. I've tried them all, and never found any that seal acceptably.
**ATTENTION ResMed DESIGNERS: HOPE ResMed has “IMPROVED” THEIR HARNESS STRAP(S)!!! Unfortunately, the straps on ResMed’s Mirage FX and Quatro Air are GARBAGE. With 12+ years CPAP usage, these harness straps need replacing after just six months. Why? Because (1) the loop-side fabric sheds to non-adherence AND (2) the straps lose their modest elasticity. Plus the two Velcro strips are too damn short - sometimes pulls apart when turning over. I’m fed-up and finally seeking alternative head gear. Have you read this ResMed?
I regret spending money on the F40, total waste of money. EverytimeI try it for a night, I get double my normal AHI. I've tried PIllows & Full Face, neither makes it usable. AMA
Horrible results for me with this mask. Not fitted tight enough - tons of. leaks. Fitted tight enough for o.o leaks horrible nose sores on septum. I mean horribly painful.
My cardiologist who just installed my pacemaker told me that the last UA-cam guy who claimed magnet/pacemaker issues was an idiot. I'm not going to do that here. Do your research dude!
I guarantee that your cardiologist knows infinitely more about the subject than me....but: sleepreviewmag.com/sleep-treatments/therapy-devices/cpap-pap-devices/unmasking-risks-magnetic-cpap-masks/#:~:text=According%20to%20Philips%2C%20ResMed%2C%20and,the%20eye%2C%20and%20aneurysm%20clips-
so far trying the F40. been using p10 and noticed it's giving me too much rebreathing and causing shortness of breath and headaches. it became a chronic issue so i decided to take action and bought a F40 which is the newest technology for RESMED. it didn't disappoint so far trying it with my clinical pressure at around 13.8. it leaks a little on the side and on the top corners near the nose but i'm sure it can be adjusted tighter to overcome this. it's extremly featherweight and a day and night difference from the Vitera. Everyone raves about the vitera, while it still works and good with leaks, it was too heavy and painful to wear it with how tight it has to be. I hope the F40 will become my favourite mask as i cannot use pillows. I was tempted to go with nasal cushions or the n20 style, however FFM was tried and safe and i would not get headaches/SOB with it. I'll see how it goes!
Update after almost a week of usage: Just like the video said, the mask is too flexible making the leak very hard to control when the pressure is above 13.. I always have struggle with drooling therefore it's almost impossible for me to sleep with this on if i'm sleeping on my sides. It would leak and I would also drool making it extremely uncomfortable in the middle of the night. The nose part also doesn't seal well for me at the bottom corner of the nose area as that area will easily leak when i sleep on the side and on higher pressure. The only good thing for me is it's light and minimal if i can only sleep on my back and not on the side. I don't have to tighten it so much and i would not drool on my back as the saliva just goes back to my throat. In general, FFM is horrible for droolers unless you can sleep only on your back and never on the side. I may switch back to a Nasal as pillow also doesn't work well with me as i have difficulty exhaling.
Why isnt anyone mentioning the constant push of air out yhe exilation port into your spouses face all night. Happened with the Evora and now this mask and i hate it! Not sure why that is a design thing but its a deal breaker!
The F40 definitely doesn't push air into my wife's face. Are you using a "Sleep Lab" version? Those seem to always have no baffle for the exhalation ports.
@@Freecpapadvice It's a sample mask the RESMED rep gave us. I was asked to be the guinea pig for the DME office I work at. I got horrible leaks, after 2 hours I had to switch back to my F30 cause I knew I wasn't going to get sleep with that. The evora FFM also does that continuous blowing - loved that mask but it dug into the cheeks of my face and was sore by morning.
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Not enough magnet strength to affect the pacemaker or the newer pacemakers are made a bit differently so as not affected. I even had an MRI last yr. The only thing differently on that - the pacemaker tech set my pacemaker to 80 BPM, then back to 70BPM after. Who knew?!
The F40 is the most comfortable mask I’ve ever used.
I do agree with your comment about is puffing up but it’s a small price to pay for a good nights rest.
Surprised to hear you say that about the F30i. I’ve been using it for quite a while and love the connection at the top. Why do you think it’s the worst?
Got my F40 from CPAP supplies. I have use it for 13 days now. More comfortable than my F30 to me and keeps a great seal all night. My AHI stays around 2.0 avg but the first night use was .50 AHI. Lowest it's ever been in 5 years. I did change the mask setting to 'Pillows' as suggested by ResMed manual.
Using the standard headgear and medium cushion. So far so good, the mask allowed me to sleep on my side more comfortably than the F30. I will be sticking with the F40 for now on.
What is your therapy pressure?
CPAP 12 pressure@@scowell
@@DennisYoung007 Not that different from 13 then!
@@scowell If helps you I'm at 14. Have had it for over 2 weeks and it's my favorite mask of mine.
Don’t speak so soon.
I have found as soon as I find a mask that works.
It’s discontinued or simply no longer made.
Thanks for sharing your insights and experience using the F40 :)
G'Day mate! I out here pimping the F40. Best mask I've ever had. Might be nice with the solo headgear on it.
G'day Pam! I love you 🥰@@pamelaruigh8185
I'll be waiting for the F40i
I've been using the F40 for almost two weeks now, and it is my absolute 100% favorite mask ever! I've tried at least a half dozen others, including the F30, the Evora, and the Amara View. There is no comparison for me. It fits beautifully (medium cushion with standard head gear), and I have zero issues with leaks. As one other person mentioned, I find slightly pulling it away from my face to allow it to reseal itself (like if I have an issue after changing positions) works much better than tightening. It is without a question the most comfortable face mask for me. My settings range from 9-14. I hope they never stop making this mask. I wonder if it's not as good for you because of your facial hair.
This is the first time I have not agreed with you on a new mask. I just love the F40. It is the first mask I have been able to wear comfortably since I was switched to an ASV with pressures that go up to 25 when I stop breathing. CPR in a Jar. Everything I try leaks like a sieve. It's soft and the seal fits my Shar Pei face beautifully. I am 82 and have no collagen to speak of in my face. It's easy to clean and wear. I love the swivel hose. I have noticed that it works much better if I do NOT tighten it a lot during leaks. Rather than tighten it it is better to pull it out and reseal it. If I switch body positions I always reseat it on my face. As I also will just squish it when it is a small leak and make the air flow shift a bit and it stops the leak. My AHI is now usually under 1 with this mask and sometimes 0.0. My O2 drops are fewer, and my sleep architecture has improved quite a bit. Ive been papping for 10 years and this is by far the best mask I've had.
I'm 81...ten years CPAP. Starting From RM Quattro to the F40. I agree with Most Comfortable. Thought the under nose would rub my columella. It does but ever so lightly..
No problem. Side sleeper...Max presr. 18.
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Excellent review thank you
Insightful review/excellent comments/thank you
at this stage of the game I'm totally convinced that the people making these masks are not using them - it's clear as they don't seem to be able to absorb constructive feedback
-why don't they form a panel of pro mask testers with Leftylanky, Uncle Nicko and that dude from the "The CPAP Store" channel etc
-they need to do LOTS of prototyping
Exactly! Who's in charge of making these masks.
Leave out Nicko, all he cares about is drama.
@@cebruthius i don't see it as "drama" he's just holding people accountable, who probably prefer he didn't..
@@_TrakmanReally. Have you seen his titles and thumbnails.
@@cebruthius. I agree. I just recently concluded that he likes buying into hype and exploiting it.
Hmmm… you seem a bit grumpy, could it be lack of sleep?
I’m an F30 user, and I was looking forward to a review of the F40, but it wasn’t as glowing as I was hoping.
Think I’ll wait and see your further reports, and from others.
Thanks for the review.
Just a thought to the ladies out there; I tried the F40 medium cushion first, but I’m having better success with the F40 small-wide cushion. So far so good!
This is the most comfortable FFM I've ever tried, but it leaks like crazy at the corners of my mouth. I tried everything from looser to tighter for many nights and finally gave up on it and went back to my old reliable F&P Evora.
ha... the Evora leaks like crazy for ME... and I cann't lay on my side with it.. or.. yup.. leaks. Also, it is SO NOISY!!
I'm using evora right now, and it seals the best out of the three I've tried (f30, f30i, now evora)
All boils down to face shape
Thanks for the review. I was wondering if I would like this mask. You answered my question without my have to spend a dime. I will stick to my F&P Evora, and the F30.
I was too anxious to try this mask even with your warning about the material shape at the nostrils. Your review was spot on. Air intake was good, but I could not exhale, and that kept waking me. I would return it, but the policy is not to allow the return of a product that was used. READ the policy before ordering!!!! I would have been better off waiting for my DME to have it available. I might try cutting that strip out between nostrils before I just throw this in the garbage.
FYI: The packaging for F40 and the manual says the unit has to be set to "pillows"
Great. I got one of these coming tomorrow!! Why didn’t you post yesterday😢 I currently use F30 and love, but on side it leaked. Resmed says F40 better for side sleeping due to the “flexibility”.
Guess we will see how it works for me this weekend. I eagerly anticipate your “pillows” setting video. Better be tomorrow!!
Try it with an open mind for sure. I don't know that my face shape works with it. The cushion is very soft, but was just forced to over tighten.
How did you end up liking it? Thinking about grabbing it
I’ve seemed to try all the masks and settled on the Evora FFM as the best for me; until I tried the F40
Face size of course makes the difference I have a bit rounder face
The F40 is the most comfortable mask I’ve ever tried and it doesn’t leak at all compared to others. I’m a side sleeper, and I’ve had absolutely no leak issues and don’t have to “over tighten “ it
For me…. It’s the perfect and most comfortable mask I’ve ever tried. Love it 😍
That’s exactly my experience as well. I’m beyond impressed
I'm super interested in understanding what that "pillow" setting does. I tried it last night, it felt the same but my AHI went way down!
The magnets are a deal killer for me regardless of any other bells and whistles.
Hey Jason! I’ve been using mask bright and love it! Bout ready to order more. Also like your videos! Been a papper since 2009. Love the ResMed FX Mirage nasal mask.
Thanks for the review!
Totally worthwhile content! Thank you!
I found with this style of mask the size for me was more about the nose hole size. Wore a medium F20 but had to go to a small F30. This looks more cheaply made than the F30 ? Your comments seem to reinforce this?
I personally have been using this mask every night since it came available to purchase, this is by far the most comfortable mask ive used and ive used probably 6 or 7 masks. I have a fairly thin face id say this is the only mask ive used that ive had zero leaks since day one
Thanks for the review on this Jason!
Nice to see this has a diffuser. The F30 didn't fit under my nose, and the F&P Evora was nice, but it kept blowing air in my eyeballs and off my sheets; that was the one aspect of it I couldn't stand.
Grayson can you use mouth tape in this mascot❤ thank you for always being there for us CPAP people community
Oh good I just ordered an F30 a few days ago, sounds like I made a decent choice.
I like the F30 a lot better than the evora. Do watch the fitting video from resmed when you put it on.
The f40 doesn’t like scruff. After 2 days I have to shave. It’s what normally do anyway so it works out.
I used the F40 for about 16 days. At first I thought it was a game changer, but started to get sore under my nose from tightening the mask to prevent the leaks. The sore nose had me go back to the F30i/F30 and the problem went away. I am looking forward to the possibility of a F40i maybe? We will see.
I get the soreness under my nose as well when I wake up. It goes away after 10 mins. This mask still way better than my full faced f20. My local cpap people are terrible and gave me no real options when this journey started. From my pulmonologist to the cpap people terrible experience. Channels like these and others kept me from smashing my equipment into pieces.
2 weeks in and I also have the problem of sore nose on the bottom of nose. Otherwise, I like it.
I use the F30I, but I am new to CPAP. What dont you like about it??
I’ve been using the AirFit F40 for a few weeks now, and of the half dozen or so masks I’ve used in the past decade, mostly hybrid full face masks, this is the best one I’ve ever used. I was previously using the AirFit F30, which few people liked, but the F40 was not only a lot more comfortable, but mask leaks went way down, and I’ve definitely slept better. I also have to disagree with you regarding the adjustable top of headgear, for two reasons: headgear of this type favors individuals with a larger head, with individuals with smaller heads having to adjust the top headgear to maximum extent still being too big, and secondly, it provides too many degrees of freedom for the headgear, meaning many people misadjust the top strap, or don’t adjust it, which doesn’t provide a good back anchor for the front of the mask, allowing the mask cushion to fall forward and leak. I suspect that this is one of the reasons that people don’t favor the F30.
Thanks for your information i had my mask changed to F40 expecting it in a few days
This is great to hear. I use a Bipap, have a severely deviated septum and a pronounced bulbous chin, crossbite, and collapsed discs in both TM joints causing involuntary snapping of my jaw when it dislocates on one side or another.
I started beginners therapy in May with an aircurve 11 with the f&p evora and didn't get more than 45 min straight of sleep for two weeks unless I slept without therapy, so I swapped for the dreamwear full face. Still mask seal problems, but I'd get at least 2-3 hours before waking up to my mask farting loudly on my face. Next I bought an f30i out of pocket and realized that part of the fit issues I'm having are because I'm bumping the hose connection at the top of my head into the headboard during the night with both it and the dreamwear full face. The angled nose at the top and the silicone strip in the middle on the f30i cushion made it so much easier to get a seal on my nose without the mask tearing up the insides of my nostrils like the dreamwear does.
With the top-of-head hose connections, I'm bumping my head and rotating the frame forward or back to/from my face, making me have to really clamp the mask down onto my face to keep me from waking up, but still ending up blocking the air outflow holes at the hose connection and the mask outflow by itself isn't good enough to keep me from waking up gasping feeling like I'm in an airtight box breathing my own air.
I really wish the evora wasn't so badly designed - there's just not any size cushion for someone with a long face, big jutting chin, and normal size nose with ultra-narrow nostrils. I've got a new sleep doc who was flabbergasted at the settings my prior doc had me on and ordered an expedited bipap titration study, which gives me hope. With severe pain from osteoarthritis and a wrist tumor (soon to be removed!) - I desparately need to have fewer huge interruptions all night every night in sleep, since better sleep and rest means TONS less pain pretty much immediately. I know from using the F30i that if I can move the hose off the top of my head and also get the right pressure settings that - combined with my experience troubleshooting seal issues and my persistence in just sticking with therapy - that I'll start getting the amazing benefits of improved rest that my friends & family who use CPAPs tell me about will start becoming a reality for me too.
So grateful for this channel!
Do you sleep with your mouth open will it only work with mouth closed ?
@@mnk6227 I don’t use anything to keep my mouth closed overnight for various reasons, so my mouth is open most of the night and the mask works fine
@@mnk6227 I prefer to keep my mouth closed, but if my nose gets too dry during the night or I lose pressure, my one working nostril closes up and I have to mouth breathe. With the F30i and now - TONS better - the F&P Evora, I don't wake up with a noisy mask issue if I start mouth breathing. The elbow being on the top of my head with the Dreamwear full face and the F30i created other issues that made it too difficult to use more than a few hours a night though
My BiPAP pressure is 22/18. Just like Jason noted, to prevent leaks with this mask, I have to crank it down very tight. When I do this, it completely eliminates leaks, but is uncomfortable to wear and causes considerable pain to my nose. Sounds like I need to give the F30 a try.
some of the pain and overtightening can be because you are not yet used to it. While I have never tried it I have found that on the Evora (very similar mask) it is easy to get so tight that your eyes bulge from the pressure. However if it is adjusted right it seals well and no leaks (ON MY FACE) - everyone is different. On the Evora I seat the mask under the septum snug then the lower straps as loose as I can get without flapping on my face. It feels so much better with that sequence.
Thanks for the review Jason! I'm still looking forward to the F40 -- mine's in the mail. My pressure settings aren't as high -- under 10 usually. Maybe the mask wont' break seal at those pressures?
Great information Jason Thank You
It's like Fisher&Pykell (Evora Full) and Respironics (Dreamwear) had a baby...😃The F30 I could not seal at all. The F20 works really well for me. The F40 is... meh. I probably need the Medium mask but that's a purchase for a few months from now as they don't sell a fitpack and my insurance only covers a new mask every six months.
airtouch f20 is their best mask
Was this video's evaluation of the F40 done with the CPAP machine set to Pillows as per the manufacturer's instructions?
This is the first of a honest review for me. The defused exhalation is a win win, but I’ll wait for at least 6 months of opinions posted before I’d consider jumping on this bandwagon because I’m real curious how the all silicone cushion holds up.
pad a cheek liners help the life of silicone cushions
Serious comment: this style of mask is what made me quit cpap until I had that consultation with you. No matter what I did, it just farted on my face all night long, even while I was awake! And tightening it just pushed my nose upward, or crunched down on my lower teeth. Haaaaated it.
What changes did you make to stop that infuriating farting/ flapping?? More tightness?
Thank you so much for this review. I might give it a try. My F30 is so-so. I have a feeling the SmallWide nasal cradle/cushion (F40 does not come in a Standard SMALL just SMALL-WIDE) is going to leak as my nose is narrow like a gerbil’s. Do they have Rodent-Sizing? 😂
What size EVORA do you use Jason? We are built similarly hahaha
Appreciate your review, but you confirms for me that what works or doesn’t work in mask fitting depends on facial structure, comfort and tolerance levels which are as unique as our fingerprints.
Single sample personal experiences used to base recommendations are invalid and irresponsible.
I'm a long time user of the Mirage Quattro, a mouth breather, a side sleeper, and have a red nose from the QM mask. I'm looking for alternatives. Which mask would you suggest I try (f30, f30i or f40)? BTW, I rarely breath through my nose. Is it possible to plug the nose holes to eliminate potential leaks?
BTW, I use S10 air sense, APAP setting (16 to 18), and EPR of 3. AHI is normally 1.5 or less.
@31FramesGunther Thank you for your reply! I had not heard of the pillow cube. Will check it out, need to replace my current side sleeper pillow! My wife tells me I sleep like a rock after going cpap, no snores and minimal position changes. I will investigate the evora further!
How about the CO2 does it trap more in the mask with the filter in the mask or does it escape like it should ?
I watched this twice. Does he ever discuss the headgear sizes and fitting? The cushion’s fit was addressed, but not the headgear.
Jawson, nice video, but I am actually interested in the pillow that you are using. Where did you get it and what is it called?
It's a PillowCube & he did a video about them at some point. Hopefully the link works... 😊
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I think the F30 would be better for patients who use higher settings. The F40 is too soft for me. I'm not a fan of full masks, but the design on the headgear makes a huge difference! Thanks for the review. Very informative.
What’s a higher pressure? I run 12 you think it would be okay?
I tried all 3 sizes small was a great fit I love how I slept through out the night 5 hours sleep 3 interruption total.
5 hours sleep is "through the night"??!?!?
Thanks for the information. My Dr. gave this to me for free to try as I am having problems with my current nasal mask hissing with each breath. I am hoping this works for me as I don't know what else to do.
I have a pacer and the magnets don’t bother me at all. I’m super sensitive to that stuff but not an issue.
I have missed it, but did you show the nasal pillows with the hybrid facemask?
Holy Shit! There I am at 00:19! I am now complete. Keep up hope folks... someday you, too, might make it into a LankyLeaky video.
Thank you. I'm currently in a fight with my Airsense 11 and "provider". I am in doubt about the entire ResMed echo system...
Everyone’s preference and comfort levels varies. Personally, I loved it until I tried the Evora. With the Evora, the main adjustment is the elephant trunk.
I currently use an Airlift N30i mask. I have to tape my mouth shut each night to stop air leaks. Does the F40 work without taping your mouth closed, if you have a mouth leak problem with other masks?
Can you review the Lowenstein Lena mask thiccboy?
Hi! Can you share with us F30i users why you don’t like it as compared to the ones you prefer. Appreciate it! Been using the F30i for 2 years and not sure about it.
I love the F40, then the F30 will work for also.
Bout to get fitted for one of these… i have the nasal… but all nasal masks i yank off because nasal congestion or… freakin rain out i really was enjoying the memory foam F30 😢 but it was constantly. I am using the one with the tube overhead, with the nasal mask. It’s comfortable but i always take these things off.. 😭😭
My OSA aint severe enough for inspire though 😭😭
Does the quiet air elbow on the F40 have the same filter material as the F20?
What do you think of the f 20 I use max pressure it’s the only one that works well the only problem is I break out on the back of my neck from the stitching I’m not sure how to remedy that issue
"I thought I was a large 'cause my nose is huge"
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"Baby I need the Magnums, my nose is too big for the regular ones"
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the Evora FFM is hard to beat .
Resmed has a problem with the "Quiet elbow" leaking air even when it is washed daily and sparkling clean.
Can you do a review for the f40 vs. the wisp2 mask? I dont see one between the wisp2 and the f40
These are feather edge silicone masks. Not yet available in Canada
This style of mask is for people who apparently lie stock still all through the night. I have a tendency to want to grind my cheek into the pillow, and it would take 10 seconds for this mask to get pushed off kilter and then seal off my nostrils. I'm kind of annoyed I can't find the old gigantic Resmed mask with a forehead support and such... only thing that really worked was one of those and then strapping it so tight to my head I heard my skull creaking.
I tried F-40 a few days and it would never stay aligned with my nostrils and I sent it back. Very poor design in my opinion.
i have the evora and i liked it but ive switched to a nasal cradle mask because of i had several infected teeth in the front and waspressing against those teeth making it impossible to sleep so im getting them all pulled and the infection is gone now. my issue switching back to the evora is that its very bulky compared to the n30i is this less bulky and heavy more comfortable? see i feel like i get a deeper sleep on my back but the issue is woith the n30 i i end up taking it off if im on my back. i sleep with the bed elevated. do you have any tips i usually wake up anywhere between 2-6 times a night im at 8-14 for pressure on my airsense 11 apap. i think i would do better with a cpap instead of an apap. why would the doctor prescribe an apap as opposed to a cpap for me. sorry for the long comment and many questions. be safe
Im having the same thing I had a problem with with the F30. The air hits me in the mouth and I feel like the air doesn't go up to the nostril part strongly enough. I wake up with my mouth wide open because I feel like I can't breath properly. The F20 is perfect so I can't figure out why I'm having this same issue with the F30 and F40. I feel like because of the bigger chamber of the F20 mask the air dissipates more evenly? I'm pissed, I want to like this mask, it's so comfortable.
Any hybrid mask that doesn't have the tube attached to the mask I'm fine with F30i for example is fine, I feel like the air dissipates evenly. I have no idea why I'm having this issue with the F30 and F40
I had this same issue with the Evora. Switched back to the F20 and N20
@@pbrian9527 I'm glad I'm not the only one having this issue! I'll stick with me F20!
Hello from Germany. Can I buy the mask in Germany too?
I’ve had problems with feather edge flapping at higher pressure. Is this problem with the F40?
How is this for side sleepers?
Not much different from the Philips Amara Full View. F-40 nose area looks like it might be a better/snugger fit, however.
I am 4 days into using my cpap. I have only been able to wear this mask for 4-5 hrs. The issue I am having is the bottom part of my nose starts to hurt. Will I get used to it so I can have a full nights sleep?
I'm 2 weeks in and still get the bottom of the nose soreness.
I like it very much 😊
Can you use this with an airmini?
I’m what know how much is it
Sampling of "one" provides sufficient data for an objective evaluation? I don't think so.
Seems retrograde to me. I use the furry seal masks from ResMed and I've found the change from the silicone plastic to the furry, velvety sort of stuff very effective. I wouldn't like to go back to the silicone plastic seal method.
What pillow is that you lay on
Does the quiet air have the same foam as the F20?
I don't know.....but my flathead and I are dying to find out.
This mask pushed up on my septum making it very sore. I had to change mask.
I used scissors to cut the horizontal part that contacts the septum between the nostrils... But I'm mostly a mouth breather, so I don't know if this would work for you or not.
Disappointing review to me. I'm looking for a comfortable full face mask to replace my ancient Mirage Activa LT and was hoping this might be a good candidate. I've tried them all, and never found any that seal acceptably.
**ATTENTION ResMed DESIGNERS: HOPE ResMed has “IMPROVED” THEIR HARNESS STRAP(S)!!! Unfortunately, the straps on ResMed’s Mirage FX and Quatro Air are GARBAGE. With 12+ years CPAP usage, these harness straps need replacing after just six months. Why? Because (1) the loop-side fabric sheds to non-adherence AND (2) the straps lose their modest elasticity. Plus the two Velcro strips are too damn short - sometimes pulls apart when turning over. I’m fed-up and finally seeking alternative head gear. Have you read this ResMed?
This might replace my evora full mask which I love, but hate the non swivel tube.
If it wasn’t for duct tape. I’d never get a full night sleep.
That one won’t be for me. Every time I’ve used a mask with a nostril divider I’ve woke up feeling like I’m drowning.
I regret spending money on the F40, total waste of money. EverytimeI try it for a night, I get double my normal AHI. I've tried PIllows & Full Face, neither makes it usable.
AMA
Horrible results for me with this mask. Not fitted tight enough - tons of. leaks. Fitted tight enough for o.o leaks horrible nose sores on septum. I mean horribly painful.
My cardiologist who just installed my pacemaker told me that the last UA-cam guy who claimed magnet/pacemaker issues was an idiot. I'm not going to do that here. Do your research dude!
I guarantee that your cardiologist knows infinitely more about the subject than me....but: sleepreviewmag.com/sleep-treatments/therapy-devices/cpap-pap-devices/unmasking-risks-magnetic-cpap-masks/#:~:text=According%20to%20Philips%2C%20ResMed%2C%20and,the%20eye%2C%20and%20aneurysm%20clips-
please provide the mask for me " as l do not have the money for it
so far trying the F40. been using p10 and noticed it's giving me too much rebreathing and causing shortness of breath and headaches. it became a chronic issue so i decided to take action and bought a F40 which is the newest technology for RESMED. it didn't disappoint so far trying it with my clinical pressure at around 13.8. it leaks a little on the side and on the top corners near the nose but i'm sure it can be adjusted tighter to overcome this. it's extremly featherweight and a day and night difference from the Vitera. Everyone raves about the vitera, while it still works and good with leaks, it was too heavy and painful to wear it with how tight it has to be. I hope the F40 will become my favourite mask as i cannot use pillows. I was tempted to go with nasal cushions or the n20 style, however FFM was tried and safe and i would not get headaches/SOB with it. I'll see how it goes!
Update after almost a week of usage:
Just like the video said, the mask is too flexible making the leak very hard to control when the pressure is above 13.. I always have struggle with drooling therefore it's almost impossible for me to sleep with this on if i'm sleeping on my sides. It would leak and I would also drool making it extremely uncomfortable in the middle of the night. The nose part also doesn't seal well for me at the bottom corner of the nose area as that area will easily leak when i sleep on the side and on higher pressure. The only good thing for me is it's light and minimal if i can only sleep on my back and not on the side. I don't have to tighten it so much and i would not drool on my back as the saliva just goes back to my throat. In general, FFM is horrible for droolers unless you can sleep only on your back and never on the side. I may switch back to a Nasal as pillow also doesn't work well with me as i have difficulty exhaling.
Oh please drop Lego man
This is very similar to the F20
The tube is way way to short ?Not useable four me, What to do,
7 feet of tubing is too short?
@@Freecpapadvice Know ,It looks more like three foot.
I think you attach your regular tubing to that short tube? @@brucehanson9976
The tube from the mask connects to the end of your normal 6' hose, not the CPAP machine itself.
@@Freecpapadvice It looks like when you were in bead you hocked up a longer tube to it, How do you do that ?
I came to watch the review. I wanted to leave the video because your humor was off-putting. I stuck with it, but you might want to know this.
Why isnt anyone mentioning the constant push of air out yhe exilation port into your spouses face all night. Happened with the Evora and now this mask and i hate it! Not sure why that is a design thing but its a deal breaker!
The F40 definitely doesn't push air into my wife's face. Are you using a "Sleep Lab" version? Those seem to always have no baffle for the exhalation ports.
@@Freecpapadvice It's a sample mask the RESMED rep gave us. I was asked to be the guinea pig for the DME office I work at. I got horrible leaks, after 2 hours I had to switch back to my F30 cause I knew I wasn't going to get sleep with that. The evora FFM also does that continuous blowing - loved that mask but it dug into the cheeks of my face and was sore by morning.
@@jamierick79that makes sense. The sample/SLM (sleep lab masks) for resmed never have the same exhalation baffles.
Do you still tape your mouth ??😂
Chinese
F40 is a horrible design