Product Challenge Result

I really tried hard to like the Breeze SleepGear but it was a no go! In all fairness, I have a small head and I don't think that it will fit a small head well. Even in the smallest position, I had a good 2 inches of room between the end of my head and front of the headgear. It just did not conform to my head shape. This allowed for too much movement once I would lay down or move from side to side. The shell, that holds that nasal pillows, is not at the same angle or position that my nostrils are and it is not adjustable. I could get my left nostril positioned into the pillow but the right one would not line up properly. That meant, that I had to pull the pillows upward to make the right nostril seal. Each morning I woke up with a sore right nostril and by day 3, I had some breakdown. I found the enclosed directions difficult to understand and there was no description of which colored pillow was which size. My sons and I argued whether the clear pillows or the green pillows were the largest. The clear pillows are also very stiff and uncomfortable compared to the green ones. The Breeze was louder than the Swift but I did like the fact the exhaust didn't go on my arms like the Swift. The Breeze was much more difficult to dismantle, clean and reassemble compared to the Swift and parts of it seemed that they would be prone to breaking after a short period of use. I found the wing knob to be especially fragile. Interestingly, my AHI and leak were worse compared to the Swift on every night that I wore the Breeze.

I love, love, love my Swift LT. I just can't believe that I will ever find a better mask for me. I found that the mask was easy to use right from the package even though it did not come with a DVD like the Swift II. I was able to get a good fit and the headgear is easily adjustable to fit all head sizes. I never have marks on my face in the morning or any nasal breakdown. I move around a great deal at night but I still retain a low leak rate with my Swift. I like how compact the mask is and that it has its own carrying bag. It could easily be packed or compressed without damage. I don't think that the Breeze would be easy to travel with. I found the Swift LT to be much quieter than the Breeze except when the Swift gets wet. I do have some rain out issues with the Swift LT but they are tolerable. I did not notice any rain out with the Breeze. Cleaning the Swift LT is a breeze (no pun intended). It is so easy to clean that I do it every day without fail. I just pop three things apart and dump the parts into my Control III bucket. The Swift seems very durable too. I have had mine for 5 months and it is going strong. I am able to get a new mask from my insurance company in 1 month and I am definitely going to request a Swift LT.

It is difficult to choose one over the other as I found things I like and dislike about both masks. While I ultimately will choose the swift lt as the product I will use the most, I DO intend to continue to use the breeze as an alternate simply because headgear was so much more comfortable. Sleeping with the Breeze mask and headgear was lovely. No buckles pressing into my skull, I could practically sleep on my face and as a former stomach sleeper it was nice to be able to go back to my old comfortable position. Adjusting the seal at night was easy to do if I did end up with a leak which didn't happen often. The piece that contacted my nose was comfortable and flexible; perhaps more pliable than the swift lt. I have a small face and the size small fit well. The air blew out as a slightly different angle and my husband said he preferred it to the shot of air he receives when I use the swift lt I had a bit of trouble with rainout since the tubing was over my head and then over the bed to the nightstand. I do have a cover on my tubing but got some rainout anyway. Putting the Breeze together was difficult for me since 2 of the pieces were already assembled and I was too dumb to realize that I needed to start at step 2 of the directions. The piece that connects to the hose is somewhat fussy and snapped out when I was disassembling for cleaning. While I found the headgear and nosepiece more comforable to sleep with, getting to sleep was not quite as nice. I was uncomfortable with the headgear over my face and forehead and felt it was quite clumsy. I like to read while I adjust to the ramp on my machine and found wearing both glasses and the headgear were difficult. While I realize the purpose of the mask is to be comfortable breathing while I sleep, the challenge of wearing it and getting to sleep was a bit more difficult because of the design. Readjusting after a bathroom break in the middle of the night was also a bit more challenging . I think I will continue to use the Breeze as an alternate mask/headgear for warm nights when I plan to go straight to sleep. But if I am having difficulty falling asleep, I think the swift lt is a bit less obtrusive and will be my choice.

The mirage swift lt wins my vote by a very narrow margin, mostly because I can tuck the hose under the covers to prevent rainout and because it is a little more user- friendly when I am awake and putting it on and off or preparing for sleep. The mirage swift lt seems fairly stable once I get the straps adjusted. It is very easy to put on and off in the dark and the tubing can tuck under my covers to prevent too much rainout. The nasal pillow in small is a touch too wide but the extra small that comes with the swift lt for HER is a touch too narrow. So I do adjust now and then. The rotating collar makes the adjustment quite easy. The air blowing out seems to whistle or make noise if it contacts my arm, the bedding or heaven forbid, my husband who does not enjoy my CPap at all. The hose without the clip can be tucked under my blanket which really seems to prevent rainout. While I do keep a cover on my hose, I find that keeping the hose warm is necessary on cold nights. I do feel that I have callouses on my head from the buckles of the swift lt. Yet this is probably the mask I will choose any time I have problems sleeping which unfortunately is more often than not.

The weight of the unit makes it have a tendency to move around when I turn during sleep. This sometimes breaks the seal. Other than that, the unit works very well.

In order to achieve a seal, I had to adjust the straps so tight that the pillows hurt my nostrils which made it impossible to use the unit all night.

I like the headgear arrangement better because I don't feel so closed in. There is less to adjust. I didn't like the fact that I had to take out 2 nose pillows to clean and get back in the right angle. Sometimes in the night if I had to get up and take it off, it slipped from where I had it adjusted and it was hard to find the place to adjust it in the dark and when you are 1/2 asleep.

I felt closed in and had to add a felt cover for the straps to make them more comfortable. I did like the fact that the nostril pieces came out as one unit. Too many adjustments.

Initially I was intimitated by the metal head gear and was really pessimistick. However after working out all of the adjustiments with the straps I was very pleased with the preformance of this unit. The head piece fits nicly and is bearly noticable. I really like having a second set of headgear that has different strapping and no face pressure points. It's nice to have a change from time to time. I did not like the bulky size of this unit. When I travel I will use my Swift LT. The pillows also felt a little stiff.

This mask is light and easy to work with. It quickly and compactly fits in my suit case when packing for travel. It is easy to sleep on either side. Sometimes it seams you need to have the face straps pretty tight to get a good seal. Also, if the straps are not set exactly right the pillow housing will push on the tip of your nose. I will pick the Breeze Sleepgear as my favorite mask at this time but it is very close and I could change my mind in the future.

The Breeze does a great job of delivering comfort for the head and face. It's very light weight and well designed. Unfortunately, in order to get a proper seal, it delivers too much upward pressure on my nose to be comfortable.

The Mirage Swift mask is almost great. It's comfortable, light weight, and I really like it. The only issue I had was that none of the pillows fit properly. The medium pillows would not seal completely, and the large were just too big. Bummer!

Out of the box, this mask looked intimidating to me! It took me a few days to get up the nerve to try it. The first few nights I woke up a number of times. Over the course of 4-5 nights I gradually made small adjustments and after that I was sleeping with no wake-ups. The vent ports are positioned so the air doesn't hit part of my anatomy or my pillow as I shift sleeping positions It's great not to have any straps on my face! The one downside is that, to seal well, I needed to adjust the "shell" so it lays on the skin between my nose and lips and aggravated my rosacea. Now I'm using a light fleece strip between the shell and my skin which worked out well last night. This mask worked out a lot better than I expected and I will continue to use it longer and see if it will become my primary mask.

I've previously used both the Swift II and Swift LT. The LT is a nice, light mask and fixed some of the problems with the Swift II. The LT is very easy to clean and is also very light and comfortable. I use the Padacheek headgear covers which help prevent marks on my face. The LT tends to be noisy unless a) I get a perfect seal and b) I don't get my head in the wrong position so that the vent blows against me or my pillow. No matter what I try, I can't maintain the seal through an entire night (which I could with Swift II) and wake up each time. I can use this mask but it's not "the" mask for me.

The Breeze is overall is good mask. It took a few nights to get it adjusted for a good seal, but after that I liked it although I think the cushioning could have been a bit thicker on the plastic frame, but it is improved over it's previous version. Overall, I felt more refreshed in the morning with it vs the Swift LT.

The Swift LT was as quiet and comfortable and sealed as well as any mask I have used. I am not sure it flushes out the CO2 very well though. Just about every night I used it, I would feel almost like I was in a fog the next day and could not think clearly.

Great mask for side sleepers. If you sleep on your back it can be uncomfortable on the back of your head and hard to maintain a seal. It is a little complicated in getting a seal with so many adjustments to make. With a few modifications in future models this could be the mask everyone is looking for.

Great seal and ease of use. It took a little getting used to on the way the mask fit on my nose, but now I can wear it every night. It is extremely quiet, which is manditory for my use. The headgear can be a little uncomfortable with the way it fits around my ears. As of now this is the best in class,for me.

I do like the fact that this mask does not leave strap marks on my face. But the metal headgear is cumbersome and difficult to travel with. The headgear also has a hard plastic pad on the back that makes sleeping on your back uncomfortable. To clean this mask you have to disassemble many parts. Overall this design feels clunky and overly complex.

This mask is superior in every way. It seals great. It is very comfortable. The construction is very robust. The mask is very easy to disassemble & clean. This is my favorite CPAP mask.

With no straps, I woke less often to adjust; however, this system was more comfortable when sleeping on my side as I did not feel the headgear at the back of my head. The vent was much louder than other systems I have used upon exhalation.

Much lighter and therefore more comfortable. After a few months of use, the straps lose their elasticity and need to be adjusted more frequently throughout the night. Having said this, I will probably end up using the Breeze SleepGear because of the better seal.

I had issues with the pillow pushing the headgear away from my nose and creating leaks. When I slept on my back, the hard plastic on the headgear was very uncomfortable. Overall the mask felt heavy.

The mask was very lightweight and comfortable. It was pushed away by the pillow and created leaks sometimes, but not as bad as the breeze. I do think the headgear stretches as it ages and needs to be replaced more often than the breeze.

The headgear made the system very easy to use. However, it never really felt secure. I don't know that it was any more prone to being dislodged that other systems, but it felt like it would I also had trouble adjusting the head gear to fit comfortably. The individual nasal pillows were very easy to replace and provided an excellent seal. I prefer the Mirage Swift LT Nasal Pillow, but I could use this mask.

It's easy to use, and comfortable to wear. It is secure no matter how much I toss and turn. Getting the nasal pillows positioned just right is important, though. I am accustomed to full face masks and didn't realize that the angle of the nose plugs important to getting a good seal. Once I figured that out, I love it.

The strapless use was impractical as the whole unit slid when I was on my side. With the strap the unit stayed on better. My wife complained that the mask was noisier than the Swift. The vent hole does appear to be louder than the other mask. The adjustment range for the headpiece needs to be a little longer (I am a large guy). Having complained about all those things the mask was easy to use and relatively comfortable. In particular on my out breath with some masks I feel like I am fighting the incoming pressure. With this mask breathing was very smooth. I see the concept but the headgear needs additional range and the back piece is a little heavy (since it hits me in the wrong place). If those issues were addressed this mask would be perfect. For smaller framed people it is probably okay as is.

I really like this mask. I feel like my exhalation fights the incoming pressure at times. The mask also creates lines on my face in the morning. I have been through a number of masks and this is my mask of choice.

Pros: When properly adjusted, it was surprisingly comfortable - I really liked not having straps across my cheeks. Cons: 1) Many parts to this mask, and many adjustments. I'm still not sure I have it optimally adjusted. 2) Somewhat difficult to disassemble, and I felt like the parts would wear out faster from disassembly. I can see why they recommend only cleaning once a week - daily cleaning would probably wear out the mask in a month. 3) Quality of parts - There seemed to be many places where the mask could wear out prematurely. For example, there is a flex point near the nasal pillows that would almost certainly cause a tear in the hose from repeated flexing. 4) Seal - Not sure this is a seal problem, exactly, but... I'm a somewhat active sleeper. The rigid headgear seemed to shift out of position as I moved around in the night. I would wake up and find that the pillows were out of my nose by about a half inch or so, and the headgear would need to be re-adjusted.

Pros: 1) Very comfortable. 2) Extremely easy to clean. Only three pieces need daily cleaning, and it takes only about two minutes. 3) Extremely quiet. My wife likes this feature a lot! 4) Well made. Compared to my Mirage Swift II, the parts seem sturdier and more likely to hold up over time. Cons: 1) Adjustment. It took me nearly two weeks to get the mask adjusted just right. The Velcro straps in the back tend to get caught in my hair. 2) Rainout - water vapor seems to condense inside the nasal pillows, even with my humidifier set to its lowest heated setting. (Passover humidification is not sufficient for me.) This borders on a fatal flaw, and is why I did not give this mask a "Superior" rating.

I'll be honest, I tried to use this set up 3 times and had to get up in the middle of the night to change back. I tried it with different nose pillows and tension but just could not make it comfortable. I really wanted to make this product work but it just wans't for me, maybee it's the shape of my nose or head but it just put way too much tension on my face.

This is the product I use every night and have no complaints. I used the Swift 2 prior to this one and have no complaints about the Resmed line of head gear. It is quiet, light and comfortable. I will continue to use and purchase Resmed products until they make something better.

Pros: Sturdy construction, adjustability of the headgear is easy, comfortable fit for the headgear. Cons: Doesn't seal well when sleeping on my side. Lack of adjustments around the nose pillow area to add some comfort to my nostrils.

Pros: Light weight, comfortable fit, seals well in various sleeping positions. Multiple adjustments around the nose pillow area provides a comfortable fit for my nostrils. Cons: Headgear functions well but seems flimsy.

It was a bit easier to put on and take off. However, what I did not like was that it hurt my head when I laid my head straight back. Also, when shifting to a side I always had to readjust the mask assembly to re-seat the seal. This is a good mask for someone who sleeps still but not for someone, like me, that moves around. The Breeze is only comfortable with the head laying on its side.

The swift holds the seal better when shifting positions and rarely requires re-adjusting to keep the seal. To find a good seal requires a lot of experimenting with adjusting the strap and pillow angle. That is a bit frustrating. But when you have it- it is good and more robust at retaining a good seal despite moving around in sleep. It is comfortable on the head in all positions.

The Breeze SleepGear features a headgear which is great for people who cannot stand having the mask touch the sides of their face. It places pressure only on the nostrils. However, I could not get the nasal pillows to seal completely. They were almost always leaking. These pillows are only one layer of seal, and the material is fairly thick. This configuration did not work at all for me. (I have a deviated septum and smaller nose.) Also, the headgear is all hard plastic and metal - not conducive to any type of snuggling once this baby goes on. Another thing that I did not like about the nasal pillows is that they are not labeled in the package. There are supposed to be three sizes, but I had a hard time figuring out which was which. The headgear needs a lot of assembly and adjustment, where the Mirage Swift is pretty much ready to use out of the box. I don't understand how this headgear would ever stay on my head without the halo straps. Perhaps I still don't have it adjusted correctly.

I found the Mirage Swift LT much easier to use right away - not nearly as much assembly and figuring out how it is supposed to fit. The nasal pillows on this model have two thin layers of seal to them. It took me a few minutes to get them on correctly, but once they are sealed, they stay sealed and generally do not leak at all. I am having trouble with the fact that the nasal pillow assembly is so large that it presses a bit much on my upper lip. I think that the pressure at that spot can make me feel a bit like I'm being suffocated, causing me to pull off the mask in the middle of the night and wake up without CPAP support.

I did not like the metal hoop over the head. It was very uncomfortable when I was not resting on my side. The interface was average. The swivel on the hose was nice.

Very well engineered product. The dual walled interface made for the best seal on any nasal pillow I had ever tried. The headgear was far, far superior to that of the Breeze SleepGear.

To be honest, I didn't like the mask. The mask caused a pressure point on my nose. The nose piece had to be tightly fitted to the nose to maintain the seal. This mask would be okay for people that slept only on their sides. The head bracket is one rigid piece. Sleeping on your back causes the entire assembly to push forward, undoing the seal to your nose. I was disappointed that it didn't work out.

I love the seal, comfort and adjustability. Sometimes you can't even notice the mask is on. Overall it's superior to the Breeze SleepGear. It's in a totally different league.

There are lots of adjustment points on this mask, but even though I tried to use it at least seven times I could not get a comfortable seal. The airjet disturbed my wife from this mask as well. I looked at the data that I did get and I had twice the mask leak rate from this mask relative to the Swift LT no matter how I adjusted it.

The weight and the quietness are good bonuses, but it is the overall comfort of the mask and the way that it seals that makes it my favorite mask of the 4 or 5 I have tried so far. This is a great side sleeping mask much superior to the Swift II. I do have to say that I still have trouble with the seal deteriorating by 3 or 4 in the morning, but I have had that problem with every nasal pillow I have tried.

This unit is extrememly OVER-engineered. I got the impression that this is the type of CPAP mask that the Pentagon would have ordered to solve a relatively simple problem. I travel a great deal so I am looking for a light-weight, convenient mask to carry around. This is NOT the mask. It is far heavier than any other mask that I have ever used. I sleep on my back because of the CPAP. The back plate of the mask is made of a metal plate covered by a thin piece of rubber. It works on the "one size fits all" policy. That may work for some but I have never been in that category. If my head rolls to the right, I soon wake up with a pain in the back of my head. Also, the mass of the system causes the mask to torque and pull the away from the nose whenever my head rolled to one side or the other. The nasal pillows are somewhat difficult to install and do not appear to lock. When I clean them, they tend to rotate around within the holder. I experienced a number of problems with the restraint strap mechanism coming off of the mask. This caused the mask to leak and woke up either me or my wife. In summation, this mask is not easy or convenient to use. It is not ideal for travel. I will not be using this mask after I complete this study.

I found this mask to be a nice upgrade from the Mirage Swift II that I had been using prior to the Mirage Swift LT. The mask is light-weight and easy to use. The mask if comfortable and easy to adjust. It retains the adjustments and does not need to be reset frequently. It is easy to clean and maintain. The mask is the best mask that I have ever used for travel. It is easy to pack and it is very sturdy. The mask is the best choice for my life-style and it is the clear winner in a comparison of the 2 masks.

comfortable but any movement tends to move nassel pillow out of position because of being so rigid, I liked all the available ajustments, I actually moved the piece that the straps hook to the outside of the hose and the straps worked much better at keeping the unit in place !, and it dosnt rest on forhead like other one so its more comfy there also

works ok but I find the straps very annoying , in fact the ones going across the ear area tend to cut into skin behind the ear or get very uncomfortable consantly requiring adjustment to relieve the digging in process, I may need to work on the strap ajustments there also, I"m a beginner with both units so I will continue to use both and will pass along any new found advice !!!

The Breeze took some time to get it properly adjusted, and then I could not keep it on all night. I did not like having the tubing come up over my face.

I like the small size and the swivel hose on the front. Very comfortable, simple, and easy to use.

Mask is very noisy and seems to have a big issue with my Cpap machine which automatically configures itself for more pressure when you need it and less when you do not

this mask leaves a large mark on your nose and the mark, after a month, is still there

I love this nasal mask. It is easy to put on and take off. easy to adjust and very easy to setup.The only things that may bother me in time is the hard plastic piece at the back and if you put in on to watch tv you have the hose running between your eyes which would be a distraction.

This nasal mask is okay. If I had a choice between the two it would be the breeze. I have large jaws and the straps that run from the pillows to the the forehead leaves lines on my face. If I loosen I get a leak.

I received the Breeze shortly after my new purchase of the Swift LT. I had been a happy Swift I & II user in the past. The Swift LT was very comfy and unobtrusive upon initial wearing, but I would awake in the morning with a very sore nose. The Breeze has been a very nice change. The seal is fantastic and I am getting very good sleep on either side. I am feeling more refreshed in the morning. The headgear of the Breeze is more rigid and "clunky" than the Swift LT. However, the superior headgear design of the Swift LT cannot make up for the nasal soreness I have in the morning. I think the Breeze will be my primary mask going forward and will keep the Swift LT as secondary. Both excellent masks.

Love the design. Very lightweight and comfortable headgear. However, the pillows just do not seem to fit my nose well, and I wake with very sore nose. I have adjusted repeatedly, tried different sizes of cushions, but still cannot get to the point that I wake up with no soreness. I assumed I would just need some time for my nose to get acclimated to the pillows, but even after a couple weeks was still waking up very sore. Disappointing because everything else about the mask is superior to anything else I have tried (gear comfort, seal, quiet, lightweight, venting). However, the Breeze design with separate nostril pillows just seems to conform to my anatomy better and thus will be my primary mask.

I hate the hard plastic on the headgear and the placement of the straps. Also I did not like having to assemble the mask before I could use it.

The headgear on this mask is much more comfortable than the breeze sleepgear. The only complaint is that my nostrils are a little sore in the morning but only for a couple of minutes after I remove the mask.

When I took the Breeze SleepGear out of the box, I said to myself, "Dear God, it's a metal cage!" I have never in my life seen a CPAP nasal pillow system made with metal and hard plastic! However, the first night that I tried it, I was actually surprised at how well it stayed on and how comfortable it ended up feeling. Then the problems started. The main problem is that the pillows are really making my nostrils raw and sore. It has been hurting to go to sleep, and I don't know what to do about that. The first night I tried the Large, and that seemed to create the best seal. But my nose was raw the next morning. Then I tried the Medium, it hurt, and my husband said he heard more noises. Then I tried the Small, and that was the most comfortable, but I couldn't get as good a seal, and my husband said it was the noisiest. So I went back to the Medium, but I'm almost in tears using it, before I fall asleep. And the noise still bothers my husband. I don't know this for a fact, of course, but I am speculating that the hard plastic of the holder of the pillows might actually AMPLIFY the noise as the air rushes through. As to the headgear itself, the first night was surprisingly comfortable, but problems have come up since. I am mostly a back sleeper, although I turn to both sides, and I can feel the hard plastic brace on the back of my head when I'm on my back. The first night, it seemed to stay in place quite well when I turned, but now it seems to slide around a bit. Probably because I have had to fuss so much with getting the nasal pillows as comfortable as possible. I just can't seem to find the most comfortable adjustment and placement of the brace and the nasal extension piece. I am feeling a lot of tension in my neck that I didn't have before I started using this. All in all, I would LOVE to love the Breeze SleepGear. The first night was very promising. I could see some benefit in its sturdiness and its theoretical potential to keep a good seal in place no matter how you turn. But in reality, it hasn't lived up to the theory for me. It's noisier than I would like. Its hardness keeps my neck and head uncomfortable. My nostrils are raw from the pillows. And when I think that I've got a REALLY good, solid, comfortable seal and fit, something invariably comes up to change that so that I lose that combination of adjustments, or I feel I have to alter them. I really wanted it to work for me! But I guess my first gut reaction to seeing a "metal cage" when I opened the box, and thinking it would be unbearably uncomfortable, has ultimately, unfortunately turned out to be right on.

The Mirage Swift LT is potentially a dream come true. I have been using it for about 6 months. Since first using it, it seems to have lost some of its comfort for me, and I don't seem to be getting quite as good a seal, so after using the Breeze SleepGear in this trial, I will go back to the Mirage Swift and see if I can tune up the adjustments to get it back to where it is working consistently and solidly for me. Most recently, I have been beginning to feel a tickly sensation right around my mouth, outside my nose, where the side pieces touch my cheek. I am hoping that I can do something to adjust that. The pillows are extremely soft, much different from the standard pillows. The headgear is simple and extremely lighweight. I experience no tension in my neck or pain on my skull whatsoever from using it. I just wish that I could get a really SOLID seal and that I can figure out how to keep it better in place throughout the night. I'm not 100% sure that the Mirage Swift is giving me the full on treatment that I need, due to these adjustment issues. I would be extremely interested in participating in a trial between the Mirage Swift LT and the new version of it recently released for WOMEN! I wonder if these adjustment issues would be rectified if it were somehow proportioned more appropriately for a woman's face and head. I like the IDEA of the sturdy, stay-in-place approach of the Breeze SleepGear, and I wish that this was possible with the Mirage Swift, which is much more comfortable and lightweight. I'll keep trying to make adjustments. I hope that I can say in another 6 months' time that it is working for me! Or that you decide to do a Product Challenge for women only, comparing the two versions of the Mirage Swift!

The Breeze makes a very effective seal with the nose and is very quiet. These are real advantages. The parts are easy to clean but a bit fussy to put back together. The headgear is best suited for side sleepers as it was not comfortable for me when on my back. Also, even when very "lightly" adjusted to get a good seal, there was a tendency for the unit to pull my nose upwards a bit. The unit is a bit bulky to store in the carry bag with my CPAP. I am also not a big fan of the obstruction (albeit minor) to my view.

The Swift LT is very comfortable when sleeping on my back or either side. The re-designed nose piece is an improvement over the Swift II, but the seal can be a bit tweaky when moving around. The unit is very easy to clean and re-assemble. It is also very compact which makes travel carry and use quite simple. The design is so lite and without any view obstructions, sometimes I have to check if it is still on. I do find the tension on the top strap tends to loosen a bit while I am asleep and needs to be slightly adjusted at bedtime.

The Breeze seemed to be more durable and would probably stand-up better over time. While the breeze is durable, traveling with it is difficult as it does not compress to fit in a small bag with the CPAP. The least desirable feature is the hard shell on the head which became annoying as I would toss and turn. The input hose is always directed on the top of head and cannot be moved to the side.

The Mirage is light weight, compact, flexible and easy to get use to. Traveling is easy as it compresses easily. The only negative comment I have with the mirage is that the elastic headband will need to be replaced more often as it is not as rugged or simple as the Breeze system.

Headgear of the Breeze leaves no strap marks, a big plus, also I like not having the straps against my face. I also feel the seal of the Breeze was much better than the Swift, didn't seem to have as many leaks during the night where I need to make adjustments, especially when I turn side to side. At this time, I can't find any negatives.

The Swift will become my back up mask. I still like it, but the Breeze seemed to seal so much better, and as I stated, I like not having the straps on my face. Thanks so much for selecting me on this challenge.

I consider this to be the "hardware intensive" interface approach with the knobs, slides, and notches on it's rigid frame. Having said that, it works quite well and is very stable for side sleeping. Once adjusted, it is very easy to slip on. Unfortunately the large rigid back plate on the headgear is noticable when back sleeping and the hose cannot be redirected anywhere besides up over the top of head. This creates a nose bridge not unlike a regular nasal mask which would offer little improvement for claustrophobic cpapers and makes reading in bed unlikely for eyeglass wearers. Cleaning is simple but the seperate (and bouncy) pillows kept trying to wander off. Nice looking packaging but no carry case and very little documentation is included.

This interface takes the more "organic" approach with minimal hardware and very light weight. Pretty easy to fit and the option to swing the hose down allows easy use of eyeglasses and little claustophobic impact. The more minimalistic headgear is very comfortable for back sleeping but less rigid support means more mask movement when side sleeping.More care with hose routing was required because of the light weight. Neither interface require much disassembly for cleaning but the single pillow approach of the Mirage was a little quicker to rinse off. A travel bag is included and the documentation was well presented and very complete.

The Breeze works extremely well for me. It is simple to get a good seal, and moving around has little effect on the seal. The hard and bulky headgear is the only drawback -- and it doesn't feel good if I need to sleep on my back....the headgear digs into the back of my head and leaves almost a bruise. But since I mostly sleep on my side, this is not enough of a drawback to keep me from using it. This is definitely the best nasal pillow setup I've tried! Thanks!

The LT is definitely lighter and less 'intrusive' than the Breeze. However, for me, it was nearly impossible to get a good seal with the nasal pillows. It was not size that was the problem. There was just a VERY narrow range where I could feel like I was getting air. It was almost as if the whole nasal pillow collapsed when I put it on. I would spend probably at least ten minutes getting it adjusted, and then any slight movement would require more adjustment. It was just not satisfactory for me at all, although I was hoping it would be because of its 'light' profile.

I liked the design but it needs to be of a lighter material so when you turn to the side it does not break the seal as with the lighter models out there like the Mirage Swift LT Nasal Pillow Mask.

it's great, it's light so it stays put - there is some dryness at first but overall it was great departure from the older masks - suprior.

I had a lot of trouble getting the breeze SleepGear to fit. I was not able to use it without the side straps as it slid around too much. The strap did stabilize it, but it was uncomfortable on top of my head (caused by the rigidity of the metal piece) as well as from the pressure on my nostrils (caused by the amount of tension needed to get the nasal pillows t create a seal). The breeze is much louder than the swift LT, the Breeze is easy to clean and maintain, and appears to be durable.

The Swift LT is extremely lightweight, quiet, and easy to wear, clean and maintain. I sleep on both my side and back and the Swift is fine for both. I had always used a nasal mask, but the Swift LT convinced me that a pillow mask worked well for me. The seal is great, and the comfort of the headgear and nose (pillow) holder is excellent. I hardly notice I have a mask on. In all, the Swift LT is the best mask (of any kind) I've used.

This mask did not work well for me. The back of my head is very flat, there is not much of a bulge there. My head is also larger. As a result the headgear rode up in the back easily and the mask would not maintain a seal. I think it would work well if the headgear had a way to keep the back of the mask down. It is very solidly made, I would think this mask could last for years. The center tube design is good for side and back sleeping. Routing the hose above the head is a very good idea and reduces the amount of "hose wrangling" that you have to do. It is very comfortable.

This is a very good mask and it works well for me. Very comfortable and maintains a good seal. It does ride up in the back a little but due to the design it is much more stable than the Breeze. The straps form a kind "Y" that does not depend on the bump on the back of the head. Good for side and stomach sleeping. The attachment clip at the top of the mask for the hose is flimsy and has to be reinforced. It is not as well made as the Breeze, it will need to be replaced every year or two. I have used this mask for some time after trying several others and I like it.

This mask was less restrictive and wsa more comfortable when sitting in bed. Unfortunately it was more likely to come off my head during the night when I moved even using the halo straps. It also has a more forceful exhust port which result in noise when the jet of air would hit blankets, pillow, etc.

Mask stays in place all night, secure fit. Initially this mask took longer to get the right fit but once it was adjusted it is very comfortable.

I like the durability and ease of care of the metal and plastic components. However, the construction of the headgear made it very difficult for me to comfortably fit the mask. I could not wear it without frequently waking to ease pressure on the nostrils or to fix a leak.

The initial fitting of the mask was very quickly and easily done. It is light, quiet, and very comfortable. It maintains its seal most of the time while turning from one side to the other. I seldom awaken and feel the need to adjust the mask. The pillows detach and reattach easily for daily cleaning or periodic replacement. The entire mask/headgear assembly is easy to disassemble and reassemble during the cleaning process. Cost of the mask is a negative.

I did not care for the headgear. I had difficulties finding the right setting for it fit comfortably and for it to stay in the same setting throughout the night. The nasal pillows were easy to remove for cleaning.

I almost never have seal issues with this unit. It fits tight even when I shift sleeping positions during the night. I found the air exhaust to be quiter. The nasal pillows are also easy to remove for cleaning. Occasionally, the back strap of the headgear will ride up making it uncomfortable. This has been the best mask that I have tried so far.

The Breeze Sleep Gear is by far superior to the Mirage Swift LT. The Breeze seals easily, stays in place at all times and only requires adjusting one time. The Mirage required constant adjustment all through the night even after getting it adjusted before going to sleep. Compared to the Breeze Sleep Gear, the Mirage Swift LT is like a toy that loses it playfulness after one day.

For side sleepers, the Mirage Swift LT is not practical at all. the braces that hold the pillows iin place are on the sides of the face and when lying down they cause the nasal pillows to dislodge. Also, to get the mask tight enough to hold a seal, the pillows irritate the nose to the point of scabbiing. This is not a good mask at all and I would like my money returned for it.

The Breeze SleepGear had minimal contact on my face and had less contact on my upper lip, that touched only my nostrils and just a small section of my upper lip. When compared to the Mirage Swift LT that covered my full upper lip and part of my face the Breeze SleepGear was much more comfortable to wear. There was no itchy support straps on my face. It is easy to clean and simple to use and adjust. The nostrils pillows seem to be a little longer for better seal and more durable. The Breeze SleepGear was much easier to take on or off in the dark and is easy to adjust to get a good seal. When I slept on my side the Breeze SleepGear was so comfortable I hardly knew I was wearing anything. The straps are very adjustable and since I don't move around much at night it stayed secure but still had very little contact on my head. The negative things about the Breeze SleepGear was the hard plastic support shell with a thin hard rubber pad that connects to back of your head. It connects below the crown on the back of your head but you need a good feather pillow to not feel the hardness when you sleep on your back. This is only a problem when you sleep on your back since it is extremely comfortable when you sleep on your side but it took me a couple of nights to learn how to be comfortable on my back using the pillow. Another small problem is when you are sleeping on your back and you turn your head can cause you to lose the sea.. Since you moved the plastic support bar on the pillow that shifts the whole unit on your nose that cause the seal to break. Since I don't move much this isn't much of a problem for me but it is annoying when it happens however just takes a small tap to get the seal back.

The Swift LT's headstraps allows the air hose to be unclipped and moved to the side of your face or dangle below your chin that gets the hose out of my face. This allows me to fall asleep watching TV without having something in my face. This also feels better when I sleep on my side without the hose touching my face. The back of the Swift LT is soft straps and doesn't give me the sensation I am sleeping on something hard like the Breeze SleepGear when I sleep on my back . The Swift LT has lots more strap adjustments for comfort to make the seal and give you different fits. The Swift LT is more secure on you face and head when you move around on the pillow it will take more twists before if beaks the seal than the Breeze SleepGear. The Negatives are the support straps on the face that get itchy and give you a more confined feeling even if it is more secure. The straps are more trouble to take the mask on an off in the dark since they can twist. The Swift LT has more contact with your full upper lip and needs more pressure on you face to keep the seal. Also, the Swift LT is a little harder to clean since it is mainly soft straps.

I did not like the metal headgear band. It is so stiff that it misalignes the nasal pillows with only small head movements. It seems to be very durable and maybee someone else could get used to it. The noise is normal for this type of system. The nasal pillows are slightly stiff and sealing can be an issue. Overall it feels weighty.

I like the softness of the headgear. It is very lightweight. Once you adjust it it feels as if you are not wearing anything. It is very quiet. The nasal pillows are very soft and seal easily. This is the best device I have used so far.

The Breeze is very well built, but I could not the pillows to seal. I tried all three sizes just to make sure that it wasn't a sizing issue - they all leaked. The neck on the breeze, where the pillows are held, also irritated the area just below my nose. The exaust port on the mask seems to concentrate and accelerate the stream of air - my wife hates it as it always seems to blow directly on her. Finally, ANY movement would cause the Breeze to come off my head. I tried the halo straps in both positions with no difference noted. I had great hopes for this device, but I could not get it to work for me at all.

The Swift LT has been a breakthrough mask for me. It is comfortable, portable, and quiet. The pillows are soft and flexible, and seem to almost "melt" onto your nare. I have had some issues keeping the mask in place - caused almost completly by the hose getting caught by my pillow and dragging the mask off my face when I roll over. The headgear does a good job of keeping the device in place during normal sleep. This mask is a keeper in my book.

I didn't like anything about the Breeze SleepGear CPAP Mask. I do not like anything that comes up over my face or forehead and prefer an "open" faced mask. Anything that comes up through the middle of my face, across my forehead and all over the top of my head makes me feel like the man in the iron mask. I could never be compliant with this mask. It's also very noisy and leaks alot. Hated it.

What's not to like about it? The only mask that I might like better is their newer version, the smaller "ladies" version, with the XS nasal pillows, but I haven't tried it yet. This is my favorite mask of all times to date. I have tried 4 others including the Breeze SleepGear and all I can say is it is no contest. Mirage Swift LT Nasal Pillow Mask is absolutely the best product out there that I have tried to date. So good that the only other one I might try right now is their newer smaller model made for women. I see no reason to change except that I will probably try the XS pillows they now have to see if they are better than the small pillows when I need my next pillow replacement. I love this mask. It fits so good that I can be 100% compliant with wearing the mask every night. I almost feel like I have no mask on at all with this one. Love it!

The positives... the seal was better than the Swift LT, I never had leaks with the Breeze. Also nice not to have marks on my face. The negatives... it was difficult to adjust to fit correctly. I always had some discomfort and redness on my nose in the morning. I often took it off in the middle of the night without realizing it.

The positives... easy to adjust and lightweight, great for travel. Like the pivot which connects the tube to the pillow. The negatives... the nasal pillows didn't make a consistant seal, they are too soft and too short so I would often wake up with a loud leak. There are a lot of crevices on the connectors that makes cleaning a bit of a pain. The tubing is light which is nice but it is also delicate. I stretched out the tubing almost to breaking when attempting to disconnect it one time (accidentally pulled on tube instead of the connector as my snuggle hose was covering it up... so it was my fault but still it is delicate)

The nasal pillows that came with the unit were a bit more comfortable than the Mirage. The problem came when I would move in bed and the entire head gear would shift slightly, which would break the seal on my nose and wake me up. I tried several different configurations, with the halo straps, and could not find one that was that comfortable.

I like the way the flexible straps allow me to move without having the nasal pillows break the seal with my nose. The entire unit is much more flexible than the Mirage.

This mask fit my nose very well which is difficult since my nose is so small. However, it did not stay put on my head (maybe the long fine hair). I am an active sleeper and the headgear slipped around quite a bit.

The seal is not as comfortable. The mask stays put during sleep a little better but still not great. While this mask was not as comfortable, it did not move around as much.

Head Gear was hard to adjust to the shape of my head. (I don't think my head is odd shaped either.) Product pulled up on nostrils which became very sore after repeated uses. Believe me I tried every adjustment possible. Also a hissing/slurping sound on inhale caused by internal air turbulence at exhale port was very annoying.

Seal is better than Breeze. Mask is Quieter and Much more Comfortable. A loose fit still seals well. Small noise during inhale...but much less than all other masks I have tried. Swift LT will continue to be my every day mask.