What Makes the AirSense 11 Smarter Than Previous CPAPs?

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Oct 17
3 min read

Updated: Oct 23

(Spoiler: It’s basically the smartphone of sleep therapy 😴📱)

Let’s be honest — CPAP machines used to be… well, boring. They worked, yes, but they weren’t exactly smart. Then along came the ResMed AirSense 11, and suddenly your CPAP started acting like it graduated from MIT.

So what makes the AirSense 11 so much smarter than the older models like the AirSense 10? Let’s plug in, power up, and find out!

💬 1. It Learns From You (Yes, Really!)

The AirSense 11 isn’t just blowing air — it’s learning. Its AutoSet algorithm constantly adjusts pressure in real time, based on your breathing pattern that night.That means if your airways behave differently tonight than they did last night (maybe after a late-night pizza 🫢), your AirSense 11 automatically adapts to keep your therapy perfect — no guesswork needed.

👉 Think of it as a personal sleep coach who actually listens.

☁️ 2. Cloud Connectivity = Smart Sleep Tracking

Gone are the days of SD cards and manual uploads. The AirSense 11 connects directly to the cloud via built-in cellular or Wi-Fi, meaning your therapy data uploads automatically to the ResMed MyAir app.

Open the app in the morning, and boom — there’s your Sleep Score, complete with:

Hours of use
Mask seal quality
Events per hour
Helpful coaching tips

And because the data syncs automatically, your clinician can track your progress remotely (no need to bring your device in for downloads anymore 🙌).

📲 3. A Touchscreen That Feels Like a Smartphone

If you’ve ever squinted at a tiny LCD screen and fiddled with confusing buttons at 11 p.m., you’ll love this one. The AirSense 11 introduces a sleek, color touchscreen that’s as intuitive as your phone.

Adjusting your settings, viewing your sleep score, or running the mask fit test has never been easier — or more satisfying. No more “what does that button do?” moments.

😴 4. The Digital Sleep Coach You Didn’t Know You Needed

When you start CPAP therapy, the AirSense 11’s Personal Therapy Assistant gives step-by-step video instructions, troubleshooting tips, and encouragement right on your phone via the MyAir app.

It’s like having a friendly sleep therapist in your pocket who never judges you for skipping a night (but gently reminds you to get back on track).

💨 5. SmartStart, SmartStop, SmartEverything

Even the small things got an upgrade:

SmartStart turns therapy on automatically when you breathe in.
SmartStop turns it off when you remove your mask.
Auto humidifier adjusts to your environment to prevent dryness.
Over-the-air updates keep your device current — just like software updates on your phone!

Your AirSense 10 can’t do that.

❤️ 6. Designed for Comfort and Looks

Let’s face it — older CPAPs looked like medical equipment. The AirSense 11? Sleek curves, modern lines, and soft lighting that makes your nightstand look more “spa” and less “hospital.”You might even forget it’s a medical device. (Almost.)

✨ The Bottom Line

The ResMed AirSense 11 isn’t just a new model — it’s a smart companion that learns, tracks, and adapts to your sleep. It’s built for people who want therapy that works quietly in the background while giving them insight, comfort, and confidence.

If you’re still using an older CPAP, think of the AirSense 11 as your upgrade from a flip phone to a smartphone.Once you switch, you’ll wonder how you ever slept without it.

🛒 Ready to experience smarter sleep? Explore the ResMed AirSense 11 AutoSet and [ResMed AirSense 11 Elite] — available now at CPAP Equip. Because good sleep deserves smart tech. 💙