ResMed AirFit P10 vs AirFit P30i Mask: Compared

Introduction

The ResMed AirFit P10 and the ResMed AirFit P30i are both nasal pillow masks from ResMed, and both are among the most popular masks we sell. They seal the same way — pillows at the nostril openings — and both use ResMed's QuietAir venting to keep exhaled air quiet and diffuse.

The difference is where the tube goes. The AirFit P10 connects at the front, with short tubing running down from the nose, while the AirFit P30i routes the tube over the top of your head on a SpringFit frame. That changes how the mask feels, how it behaves when you roll over, and how much hardware sits on your face. This comparison uses the specifications published on the CPAP Machines Canada product pages. If you are unsure which suits your therapy, your healthcare provider or sleep specialist is the right person to ask.

Quick Comparison Overview

The table below summarizes key published details for both masks.

One compatibility difference is worth noting up front: the P10 listing states compatibility with all CPAP, APAP, and BiPAP machines from all manufacturers, while the P30i listing specifically excludes the ResMed AirMini. Both masks sit in our nasal pillow mask collection.

Tube Position and Daily Feel

The AirFit P10 is built around minimalism: three parts in total, a front tube connection, and QuickFit auto-adjusting elastic headgear with a split-strap design that you simply pull over your head. ResMed states it is approximately 50% quieter and 50% lighter than leading competing nasal pillow interfaces, and a clinical study found patients wearing it slept more than 40 minutes longer per night. Its listed weight is around 0.165 kg. With only three components it is also one of the fastest masks to take apart and clean.

The AirFit P30i moves the tube to the crown of your head. Nothing crosses your field of vision, so reading or watching television with the mask on is easier, and the hose is far less likely to drag across the pillow when you turn. It adds a quick-release elbow so you can disconnect quickly if you need to get up in the night, and comes in two frame sizes so the frame can be matched to your head.

Cushions, Sizing, and Seal

The P10's pillows use a dual-wall design with trampoline action — the walls flex and spring back under gentle contact rather than needing to be pressed firmly against the nostrils. This is what allows the seal to hold during movement without tightening the headgear down hard. Four sizes exist and are colour-coded for quick identification: extra small (pink), small (clear), medium (grey), and large (blue), with Small, Medium, and Large included in the box. ResMed advises replacing the pillow cushions every 2 to 3 months, since the silicone gradually loses the elasticity that makes the trampoline action work.

The P30i is sold as a starter pack with cushions matched to the frame size you choose: Medium and Large with the Standard frame, Small and Medium with the Small frame. Its SpringFit frame is designed to flex to the shape of your face for a stable fit. The listing does not publish a dual-wall cushion technology or a specific cushion replacement interval, so those rows read "Not specified in listing."

On noise, both use QuietAir venting but publish different comparisons: the P10 is stated as roughly 50% quieter than leading nasal pillow interfaces, while the P30i is stated as 80% quieter than the market-leading mask. Because the two claims are measured against different reference masks, they cannot be directly compared against each other.

What's in the Box

Both are supplied as fit packs so you can trial sizes at home, and both are covered by our 30-day Risk-Free Mask Guarantee. Replacement pillows for both are available in our CPAP mask parts collection, and the P10 in particular benefits from staying on a 2–3 month cushion replacement schedule.

Which Users May Prefer Each Mask

Both masks deliver the same style of seal from the same manufacturer, so this is mostly a question of tube routing, sizing needs, and how much you value a minimal setup.

The AirFit P10 may suit users who:

• Want the lightest, most minimal mask with the fewest parts
• Value the fastest cleaning routine — three pieces, washed in minutes
• Need an extra small or large pillow size (four sizes exist, colour-coded)
• Want dual-wall trampoline pillows that seal with light contact
• Need guaranteed compatibility across all CPAP, APAP, and BiPAP machines
• Are looking for the lower-priced option

The AirFit P30i may suit users who:

• Want the hose routed over the head and completely off the face
• Read, watch television, or wear glasses before sleep and want a clear line of sight
• Want a quick-release elbow for getting up during the night
• Prefer a fitted frame sized to their head (Standard or Small)
• Roll frequently and want the tube clear of the pillow

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