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Reviews of our Oxygen Concentrators

The pros should always outweigh the cons, but you should take them into consideration – the good as well as the bad – when you are shopping for an oxygen concentrator. Even the best models, or the one that is best for someone’s individual needs, won’t be 100% perfect. Knowing what to expect in the way of the “cons” will also help you prepare for these things down the line, and they won’t seem as bad if you already saw them coming.

LifeChoice (Portable)

Cons: Not a good varying flow setting (pulse dose only from 1 to 3), loudest portable oxygen concentrator (almost 50 decibels), short battery life for one battery (2 hours at highest setting).
Pros: Very small and lightweight (barely 5 lbs, only 9.5” high by 7.5” wide by a little over 3” deep), features sleep mode technology that adjusts the flow by your breathing patterns, FAA approved, can travel to an altitude of 10,000 feet outside of an airplane, available for rent.

May 9, 2013April 6, 2021 Scott Ridl

An In-depth look at the AirSep Freestyle 5

AirSep’s FreeStyle 5 portable oxygen concentrator is a compact and portable oxygen concentrator that offers five pulse dose settings. The FreeStyle 5 by AirSep has two additional pulse dose settings, settings 4 and 5, than the AirSep FreeStyle 5. Five hours of possible battery life when used at Setting 1 allow you to enjoy your active lifestyle while taking oxygen with you wherever you go.

The AirSep FreeStyle 5 Portable Oxygen Concentrator is a full capacity oxygen concentrator in an easily portable size. The FreeStyle 5 builds on the success of the standard FreeStyle, but allows for greater oxygen capacity with a slightly larger design. The FreeStyle 5 is a non-medical looking device at less than a foot tall and only 4.4″ wide. The FreeStyle 5 has a durable black plastic shell with a built in carry handle located at the top of the unit for easy portability.

May 8, 2013April 6, 2021 Scott Ridl

An In-depth look at the AirSep Focus

The release of the Airsep Focus marks the availability of the smallest, most lightweight portable oxygen concentrator available on the market. This pulse dose oxygen concentrator operates on a setting of 2 liters per minute and easily travels with you to the gym, your grandchildren’s recitals, or even on vacations across the world.

The AirSep Focus is the smallest portable oxygen concentrator available on the market today. Weighing less than two pounds and standing at just over a half a foot tall, this small oxygen concentrator is housed in a durable, black plastic case. The Focus is truly wearable, whether you choose to wear it over your shoulder or around your waist with the included shoulder strap and belt accessories. The Focus was designed to enable you to live your normally active lifestyle without worrying about the size of an oxygen concentrator or tank refills.

May 6, 2013April 6, 2021 Scott Ridl

Why Most People Prefer Oxygen Concentrators

When most people diagnosed with COPD and prescribed oxygen therapy by their doctor, they may initially get the picture in their mind of someone who is has to sit for hours at a time in their home, hooked up to a machine with a tank of oxygen. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with COPD, or any other chronic illness that requires the use of oxygen therapy, this doesn’t need to be the case.

Machines that require an oxygen tank are not the only means of getting oxygen therapy. A home oxygen concentrator is a good start, since you don’t need to fuss with tanks or refills. A portable oxygen concentrator is great for someone who likes to stay active as much as possible.

Oxygen Concentrator Testimonies

“I’ve been using my portable oxygen concentrator now for a little less than two months, and it’s the best investment I’ve ever made. I saved up and got the Inogen One G2 and I definitely do not miss my old oxygen machine, even if it was cheaper when I first bought it. Having to buy the oxygen refills over time was beginning to be a pain. My son’s family are going on vacation in a few months, and back when I found out they would be going on a plane, I made the decision to buy this US airline approved oxygen concentrator. I can’t wait to board the plane and have fun with my family this summer, with less to worry about!”

April 30, 2013April 5, 2021 Scott Ridl

Oxlife Independence Oxygen Concentrator

The Oxlife Independence Oxygen Concentrator might be all you need in the way of oxygen therapy equipment. If you need oxygen therapy, purchasing the Oxlife Independence will be enough to get you the oxygen you need, both at home and while you are out and about.

Many customers are happy with the long battery life of this model. The name “Independence” refers to the fact that the battery lasts as long as 6 hours while on the flow rate of 2 liters per minute, as well as the feeling you have when you are out and about, going about your day with this lightweight, compact machine.

The cabinet is only a total height of 20.2 inches, which is shorter than many chairs, from the seat to the floor. The thickness of the cabinet is only a little under 11 inches, with a width of 8 inches. It has a thin design that will make you comfortable, knowing it won’t be in your way while you are doing housework or cooking dinner. You will be able to turn the handle down when you are sitting still and push it out of the way under your chair or the table.

April 29, 2013May 15, 2023 Scott Ridl

In-Depth Look at the Oxus Portable Oxygen Concentrator

The Oxus portable oxygen concentrator is a lightweight, supplemental oxygen system designed to give you the independence to live your life without worry about oxygen tank refills, home filling systems, or running out of oxygen while you are away from home. The Oxus portable concentrator was created with every feature important to oxygen dependent patients in mind. With Oxus, you can have a compact and portable POC without compromising on battery life, decibel level, or oxygen output.

The Oxus Portable Oxygen Concentrator features one of the sleekest designs available on the market today. With a light gray molded plastic shell, the Oxus POC is a good looking solution for oxygen dependent patients seeking freedom to travel around town and even across the country. The Oxus has a sturdy carry handle made of dark gray molded plastic, contributing to the contemporary look of the unit with a modern two-toned design.

Standing at less than a foot tall, and just 7.6” wide and 5.6” deep, the Oxus is one of the most compact portable oxygen concentrators available on the market without compromising on battery life, oxygen delivery and output, and noise level.

April 15, 2013September 1, 2020 Scott Ridl

In-Depth Look at the DeVilbiss iGo

Anyone who needs to use oxygen therapy on a regular basis will tell you what they want in a portable oxygen concentrator. It has to be durable, last for many years without needing any major repairs, and be able to handle going with them wherever they might want to roam. The oxygen flow shouldn’t be too overwhelming and feel more natural, and it should be light enough to bear carrying around on foot if they need to. One of the best portable oxygen concentrators on the market that feature these things and more are the iGo by DeVilbiss.

DeVilbiss also makes a home oxygen concentrator, which is only 37 pounds, but of course you wouldn’t be able to travel and do all the things you can do outside of the home with the iGo. The iGo is only 19 pounds, and that’s with the battery in it. You won’t feel as if you are weighed down as you are walking about.

March 19, 2013August 22, 2020 Scott Ridl

An In-Depth Look at the SeQual Eclipse 3

The third generation of SeQual’s Eclipse, the Eclipse 3, is a portable oxygen concentrator that provides the most reliable continuous flow oxygen along with a pulse dose option. This fully functioning, robust system fulfills clinical oxygen needs while simultaneously offering desired portability and freedom. Regain your freedom to move freely about your home, take trips to the grocery store, day trips with grandchildren, and even travel with the Eclipse 3.

March 5, 2013September 3, 2020 Scott Ridl

An In-Depth Look at the Inogen G2 Portable Oxygen Concentrator

The Inogen One G2 Portable Oxygen Concentrator is a smaller and lighter concentrator than the original Inogen One portable concentrator. The Inogen One G2 was designed to eliminate the need for heavy oxygen tanks, offering oxygen dependent patients convenience and portability. The Inogen One G2 features a long battery life, with up to 8 hours of battery operated oxygen provided by the machine while you are away from home. This unique portable oxygen concentrator is a single solution oxygen system that is suitable for use at home, on the road and travel.

February 6, 2013August 29, 2020 Scott Ridl

In-Depth Look at the Invacare XP02

The Invacare XPO2 Portable Oxygen Concentrator is named for its exceptional portability. This oxygen concentrator makes it possible for oxygen dependent patients to have a small, lightweight, durable unit.

The XPO2 is clinically robust enough for use at home and also enables travel with its extreme portability. The Invacare XPO2 is one of the smallest and lightest portable oxygen concentrator on the market and features a built-in and supplemental battery to give oxygen dependent patients freedom to travel, without worrying about running out of oxygen.

February 1, 2013September 2, 2020 Scott Ridl

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