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AirSense 10 AutoSet vs DreamStation 2 Auto - Full Comparison 2026
The ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet is a previous-generation Auto CPAP, discontinued by ResMed but still widely used by the patients who own one. The Philips DreamStation 2 Auto is Philips Respironics' latest generation. This comparison helps you understand the practical differences between these two devices and choose the one that best suits your situation.
ResMed or Philips: what really separates them?
Both are global benchmarks and reliability is comparable on the current generation. ResMed has a reputation for a robust motor and a mature algorithm. Philips paid for the DreamStation 1 recall in 2021, but the DreamStation 2 was redesigned with a different foam. Both give a 2-year warranty.
| ResMed | Philips Respironics | |
|---|---|---|
| Auto algorithm | AutoSet, the most documented and analysed | Philips Auto, effective, less patient literature |
| App | myAir, more mature ecosystem | DreamMapper, functional |
| Detailed data reading | Well supported by OSCAR | Supported, with some limits |
| Accessories | Widest range on the market | Tighter range |
| 2021 recall | Not affected | DreamStation 1 only, not the 2 |
In practice the choice is rarely made on the brand. It is made on the mask that fits you, then on a compatible device. Both makers accept the other's masks: the tube connection is a standard 22 mm.
What about the AirSense 11 or the DreamStation 1?
This page compares the AirSense 10 with the DreamStation 2. Two neighbouring comparisons come up often and are covered elsewhere in more depth. The DreamStation 2 against the AirSense 11, and the gap between DreamStation 1 and DreamStation 2: both are on our Philips DreamStation 2 guide. The AirSense 10 against the AirSense 11 is on our AirSense 10 versus AirSense 11 comparison.
Comparison Table: AirSense 10 vs DreamStation 2
| Criterion | ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet | Philips DreamStation 2 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Generation | Previous generation, discontinued by ResMed | Latest Philips generation |
| Auto algorithm | AutoSet (ResMed) | Philips Auto |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth + SD card | Bluetooth (via smartphone) |
| Wi-Fi | No (For Her model: yes) | No |
| App | myAir (ResMed) | DreamMapper (Philips) |
| Display | Colour (non-touch) | Integrated colour touchscreen |
| Humidifier | HumidAir II (removable) | HumidifierOne (integrated) |
| Heated tube | ClimateLineAir | DreamStation Heated Tube |
| Size | Compact | Very compact: Philips claims 32% smaller than the DreamStation 1 |
| Weight | 1248 g with its tub, the manual's figure | not verified |
| OSCAR analysis | Yes (SD card) | Yes (SD card) |
| Noise level | 27 dBA with the humidifier, 25 dBA without | not verified |
The Algorithm: AutoSet (ResMed) vs Philips Auto
The two devices use different Auto CPAP algorithms to detect and treat apneas:
ResMed AutoSet (AirSense 10)
- Detection: apneas, hypopneas, snoring, RERAs
- Fast and progressive response
- Mature algorithm, proven over many years
- EPR (expiratory pressure relief): levels 1-3
Philips Auto (DreamStation 2)
- Detection: apneas, hypopneas, snoring
- Stable, clinically validated algorithm
- Flex (expiratory pressure relief): levels 1-3
- Gentle response to breathing variations
Apps: myAir vs DreamMapper
myAir (AirSense 10)
ResMed's myAir app shows a daily therapy score, the residual AHI, usage hours and leaks. The AirSense 10 syncs over Bluetooth (or Wi-Fi on the For Her model). The app is simple and well designed for adherence.
DreamMapper (DreamStation 2)
DreamMapper also shows a daily score, the AHI, leaks and trends over 30, 90 and 365 days. Syncing is exclusively over Bluetooth - your smartphone has to be within range of the device through the night.
Who should choose the AirSense 10?
- You are already familiar with the ResMed and myAir ecosystem
- You want a lightweight device (no integrated humidifier)
- You already have compatible AirSense 10 accessories (tube, humidifier)
- You already own one and you are looking for its consumables
Who should choose the DreamStation 2?
- You want a compact all-in-one device with integrated humidifier
- You prefer a colour touchscreen on the device itself
- You have previously used a DreamStation 1 and wish to stay in the Philips ecosystem
- You travel frequently and appreciate compactness
Price and availability
The DreamStation 2 is available to buy directly from VivaRespire. The AirSense 10 is no longer orderable: if you are looking for a new ResMed device, the AirSense 11 is the one to look at, and our dedicated comparison is there for that.
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See also
- ResMed AirSense 11 AutoSet - AirSense 10 successor
- All Auto CPAP devices
- All CPAP masks
Frequently asked questions about AirSense 10 vs DreamStation 2
Both brands are global CPAP benchmarks, with broadly comparable reliability on their current generation. ResMed has a reputation for motor robustness and mature algorithm, perceived as slightly superior in the patient community. Philips suffered from the DreamStation 1 PE-PUR foam recall in 2021, but the DreamStation 2 was redesigned with silicone foam and no known risk. Both manufacturers provide a 2-year warranty.
The AirSense 10 uses ResMed's AutoSet algorithm, which detects apneas, hypopneas, snoring and RERAs (respiratory effort related arousals). Its response is fast and progressive. The DreamStation 2 uses Philips Auto, clinically validated, gentler in pressure changes. For most patients, therapeutic results are equivalent. AutoSet is often preferred for severe apnea with frequent RERAs.
No, not directly. Each brand has its own proprietary connectors for tube, humidifier and filter. You cannot use a ClimateLineAir tube on a DreamStation 2 or vice versa. However, the mask is universal: any CPAP mask with a standard 22 mm connection (AirFit F20, F40, P10) works equally well on AirSense 10 and DreamStation 2.
No. The 2021 Philips recall concerned the DreamStation 1 and some DreamStation Go models, due to a degrading PE-PUR sound-abatement foam. The DreamStation 2 was released after the recall with fully redesigned silicone foam, free from the original defect. The DreamStation 2 currently sold at VivaRespire is compliant and safe.
The DreamStation 2 is about 32 percent more compact than the DreamStation 1, with an all-in-one integrated humidifier format that simplifies transport. The AirSense 10 is also compact but needs a removable humidifier. For regular travel, the ResMed AirMini AutoSet remains unbeatable for size and weight. For occasional travel, both models do the job.
Both devices deliver up to 20 cmH2O, covering 99 percent of clinical prescriptions. At high pressure (above 14 cmH2O), comfort comes mostly from expiratory pressure relief: EPR for ResMed (levels 1-3), Flex for Philips (levels 1-3). Both work well. At very high pressure (above 17 cmH2O), a BiPAP device may be a better fit.
Both brands offer a 2-year manufacturer warranty. ResMed has a mature and well-established service network in Europe with recognised responsiveness. Philips strengthened its aftersales after the 2021 recall but remains slightly less responsive for end-users. At VivaRespire, we manage the aftersales interface for you, regardless of manufacturer, to spare you the direct hassle.