The Ultimate CPAP Battery Guide | Full CPAP Battery Comparison

What is a CPAP Battery? How to use one? All answer are in this video as we compare different CPAP power stations.
Video Breakdown
Design and Quality : 1:05
Ports and Charging : 3:32
CPAP Power Delivery : 5:43
Run Times : 10:09
Travel Ready : 16:02
Freedom's Fraud : 17:05
Value and Price: 19:38
Final Winner : 21:51
Why do people use CPAP Batteries?
Power Outages: For individuals relying on CPAP machines, uninterrupted sleep is crucial for their health. CPAP batteries provide a backup power source in case of electricity outages, ensuring that the CPAP machine continues to function throughout the night.
Traveling and Camping: People who travel or enjoy outdoor activities like camping often use CPAP batteries. These portable power sources allow them to use their CPAP machines in locations where electricity might not be readily available, such as in hotels without accessible power outlets near the bed or in remote camping sites.
Air Travel: Some people with sleep apnea need to use their CPAP devices during long flights. Since not all airplanes have accessible power outlets, a CPAP battery ensures that they can use their device throughout the flight.
Emergency Preparedness: For those who live in areas prone to natural disasters or frequent power outages, having a CPAP battery is part of being prepared for emergencies. It ensures that their sleep therapy remains uninterrupted during unforeseen circumstances.
Comfort and Peace of Mind: Knowing that their CPAP machine will remain operational regardless of power availability provides comfort and peace of mind to users, especially those who heavily rely on their machine for a good night's sleep.
Mobility and Independence: For people who are frequently on the move, CPAP batteries offer increased mobility and independence, allowing them to maintain their sleep therapy routine without being tethered to a fixed power source.
CPAP batteries are thus an essential accessory for many individuals using CPAP machines, ensuring consistent treatment and improving the overall quality of life for those with conditions like sleep apnea.

[@Panwo1]

You sir, Rock! I don't care about travel. I want a pass thru battery for power outages to power my Air Sense 10 and you helped me decide. Freedom V2 for the win. Thanks Bro !!

[@marks2791]

I'm going to go camping with my CPAP machine for the first time - This video was very helpful in me choosing a battery

[@Arkelk2010]

Thank you. I like the way you looked at different aspects for the devices. And also thank you for the summary in the comments for those of us who didn't take notes as you went through.

[@anthonysingh8134]

You made my choice so easy, thank you so much for taking the time to do this video!

[@rich91710]

We have the Freedom on our Resmed machines and get pretty much right on 4 hours with the Climateline hose and humidifier running. With the hose and humidifier turned off, they run 8-10 hours with no problem. It's nice when the power company has a "planned outage" and we can keep our machines running instead of having to get a hotel for the night.

[@justifiedfan98]

great info!! Very good reviews and plenty of things to consider when shopping for a CPAP battery!

[@joannemcgoldrick4218]

This was super helpful. I ordered a Go Battery for $129.00 Canadian and got a 10% discount code do it was $116.10 Canadian plus $20 shipping.

[@AJGUNNER]

AMAZING I'm going with the FREEDOM thanks.

[@jacquesstrap7408]

Good morning from Montrea.! I was looking for a battery for my cpap and found your great video. I did not know what was on the market and was looking on amazon and was hesitant to order. With your exhaustive analysis i know what to order. I think. I am looking into ordering the freedom or the go battery. Great work and thank you again

[@amym88]

Thank you for this information. It was very helpful

[@randylee7166]

Thank you! great info

[@dollyandsandy]

Thank you for this information! I'm gathering that I will end up needing multiple batteries in order to go camping. :( This breakdown of the different ones was very helpful.

[@thecpapstore]

consider something like Jackery if you are not going on a plane!

[@dollyandsandy]

@@thecpapstore Thank you! That is a good idea. It would give me the freedom to go car camping. Ultimately I do want to buy something for an airplane as well -- I recently had an overnight flight and as you can guess, I slept terribly and got sick. I'd rather not repeat that. (It was literally the only flight time available!)

[@thecpapstore]

Battery Guide Breakdown Zopec 160 Wh : Pros = high capacity, single night no problem | Cons = Bulky, Airline Approval Required, Price . Freedom 115 Wh : Pros = high capacity, single night no problem, sleek-ish | Cons = A little larger, fraudulent labeling, AirLine Approval Required, Price . Medistrom 95 Wh : Pros = sleek, travel friendly, single night on lower pressures | Cons = Few Charging Ports, Price, Single night only (2 nights unlikely), 24v and 12v battery . Go-Battery 88.8 Wh : Pros = sleek, travel friendly, single night on lower pressures, price, multiple output ports | Cons = Single night only (2 nights unlikely), NO pass through power . Snuggle 85 Wh : Pros = travel friendly | Cons = Larger size for lowest capacity, single night very unlikely, smelled like burning/melting in later tests, very poor quality Video Breakdown Design and Quality : 1:05 Ports and Charging : 3:32 CPAP Power Delivery : 5:43 Run Times : 10:09 Travel Ready : 16:02 Freedom's Fraud : 17:05 Value and Price: 19:38 Final Winner : 21:51 Winners: Go-Battery (if you have low pressure and do not need pass through) Medistrom (if you have low pressure and need pass through power) Although Freedom made a great battery with seemingly great runtime, we do not want to appoint it as a winner due to the mislabeling issue.

[@Bigfishfun333]

Good tests!!

[@brianmccarthy1322]

I have used the medistrom with my airsense 10 for 5 years. Pass through charging gives me seamless switch over to battery during any night time power interruption. For those occasions when ice storms have left me without power for several days I have a large monster back up battery that keeps me going.

[@JamisonGray]

Great overview, thanks! Something seems to have happened with the Go-Battery: in the US, it mainly now seems to be available from CPAP gear suppliers at more like $400. Amazon has one seller that seems to be in Canada.

[@davidbakin1953]

Just a totally awesome battery investigation - going the extra distance with the Freedom battery to explain its results - and a great video. TYVM! Also, to be fair to Zopec, looking at their site, it's clear they come from a more hard-core market - selling to hospitals and ambulance services - which goes pretty far in explaining their lack of effort in terms of "modern" sleek industrial design. And, possibly, hints at higher quality overall since those are high duty cycle applications?

[@bhh54]

Thank you good video

[@paulgoss7596]

Great info!!! will the Go Battery work with Z1 or Z2 travel CPAP?

[@mysticwanderer4787]

The 100 watt hours limit was based on limiting the physical size of the batteries much more than any additional fire hazard which is why it is up to the airline. From the FAA "With airline approval, passengers may also carry up to two spare larger lithium ion batteries (101-160 Wh) or lithium metal batteries (2-8 grams). This size covers the larger after-market extended-life laptop computer batteries and some larger batteries used in professional audio/visual equipment. There is a limit of two spare batteries per person for the larger lithium ion batteries described above (101-160 watt hours per battery." So with airline approval, you can bring batteries totaling 320 watt hours. An excess fire hazard is NOT a valid concern. When the rule was made Lithium ion batteries were bulkier and much more susceptible to catching fire when over-charged. For once a "fraud" works in the consumer's favor.

[@LisaMartin-gj7wf]

Where is the Go battery selling for $99???

[@johnperkins5450]

Nice job on the reviews! I’m in the US, and not seeing the Go battery available. Any clue why? Do you all ship to the US?

[@ruths643]

I am shopping for a battery to use on an upcoming overseas flight so this was super helpful! Question about the Go Battery: Do you need specific cables for specific machines? If I am using (for instance) a DreamStation and am planning on switching to an AirSense10 in the near future, will I need to buy a new cable? Are these available for purchase separately? Can't seem to find them anywhere online. Wondering what the cost would be for a different cable.....

[@thecpapstore]

Hi there, yes you will have to purchase different cables. One will come with your machine and you can buy a separate cable later on if required. I know we sell the cables on our website ($30 CAD) thecpapstore.ca/collections/batteries?sort_by=manual&filter.p.vendor=CPAPextras.com Other than that, not sure where you can find them online, as they are a smaller company.

[@ByronScottJones]

All of the CPAP specific batteries seem absurdly overpriced for the output. I think most are better with a general battery pack. If it has 12v DC output, combine that with a DC converter to the CPAP. Even if you have to do AC conversion, you're better off with a larger battery price wise.

[@marktanney3347]

Can you recommend any general batteries?

[@marktanney3347]

One thing about many of the CPAP specific batteries is that they say they are universal and work virtually al CPAPs and will charge phones and laptops too. It seems like it could be a problem tracking down all the adapters and cords, etc. Is that wrong?

[@meganmackay7279]

My APAP normally has the humidifier setting on. I was thinking about buying a battery pack as a backup power source because I have a lot of power outages where I live. Would this even be possible for me because I have the humidifier setting on?

[@robertwall1259]

Can any of these be used with the Transcend Micro?

[@safewaydriving3463]

Is the Freedom battery airline approved? Can I carry this battery in my carry-on ?

[@CyndiLH]

What about the easylonger es400?

[@fabsdriveexperience2231]

Can any of these batteries work with löwenstein CPAP?

[@20Hikecdt23]

How many nights could I get from the Freedom Battery?

[@arthurlevine4558]

i have a BPS that i bought for Puritan Bennet that had 4 pin plug, i need the 4 pin to converted to a barrel connector that works with my air sense 10 who sells this part??

[@sergeysmirnov7113]

Nice video! I would be glad to have go-battery with delivery to Germany. Are there any options ?

[@alexanderbeck5139]

FeinTech powerstation for Europeans (Same product)

[@titagee305]

Can a standard backup battery pack be used for cpap?

[@larrytanton5787]

Yup but most if not all are lead acid batteries that do not perform as well as lithium batteries and have less charge cycles for life of the batteries but i am still thinking about going that route for computer etc when have a power loss at home and it will power my bipap also. I am tired of having power outages and not be able to get any sleep on my bipap.

[@77janz]

So o don’t need a cable with the Go Battery? I have an old Respironics RENsyar A-Flex.

[@77janz]

Yup, guess I do. I’m Not sure if the Go Battery will work with my Remstar 600. Any recommendations I’d be grateful.

[@billlimbach1162]

I'm looking for a battery that will work with my Resmed Aircurve 10 V-Auto Bipap machine. And more importantly, a cable that will connect from my CPAP machine & the other end a USB male?........Anyone make this?

[@user-no2er3mu6g]

I cannit find the go-battery anywhere

[@jimhartline4814]

Where is the world did you come up with the price of 90-120 for the Go Battery. I have looked and found it no less than 350. Can you please provide the link that has it at that price

[@thecpapstore]

Hi there, here it is for $129 CAD. thecpapstore.ca/collections/batteries/products/go-battery-universal-cpap-battery It doesn't look available in the US right now. Can't find it on amazon.com. not sure why!

[@20Hikecdt23]

Can you tell us how many mAh each has?

[@brianburnside5949]

Mah is worthless. Wh tells the capacity. Mah does not.

[@timalan7406]

Freedom batteries may have compensation for battery degradation.