CPAP Mask Fit Packs & Starter Kits

CPAP mask fit packs, starter packs or setup kits, are designed to eliminate the hassle of having to determine your mask size and facial dimensions, or try on different cushions and pillows before you’re ready to start using your CPAP machine. Typically a fit pack or starter kit will include multiple sizes of mask cushions or pillows and sometimes may include other additional CPAP mask components.

Finding the best CPAP mask fit starts with choosing the right mask type for your specific needs. Most CPAP users find a comfortable mask fit with one of these three main mask styles:

• Full Face CPAP Mask

• Nasal CPAP Mask

• Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask

Breathing Style: 

• Mouth Breathers - Full Face Mask (Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask can be used in conjunction with a CPAP mask chinstrap)
• Nose Breathers - Full Face Mask, Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask
• Both/Unknown - Full Face Mask, Hybrid Mask

Sleeping Position:

• Back Sleepers - Full Face Mask, Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask
• Side Sleepers - Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask
• Stomach Sleepers - Nasal Pillow Mask
• Active Sleepers - Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask

Additional Considerations:

• Low to Mid Pressure Settings - Nasal Pillow Mask
• Minimal Contact - Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask
• Claustrophobia - Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask
• Higher Pressure Settings - Full Face Mask, Nasal Mask
• Experience Frequent Nasal Congestion or Allergies - Full Face Mask
• Glasses Wearer - Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask
• Facial Hair - Nasal Mask, Nasal Pillow Mask

Making sure you find an secure, comfortable mask fit for your CPAP therapy plays a significant role in the effectiveness, safety, compliance, and overall experience. Establishing an effective mask seal prevents pressurized air leaks between your face and your mask cushion, promoting steady airflow to your upper airway. This helps to eliminate potential side effects caused by a poorly fit CPAP mask, such as skin irritation, discomfort, dry eyes, nasal congestion, and reduced CPAP therapy effectiveness.

Find more information on the importance of properly fitting your CPAP mask with this helpful blog or our CPAP Mask Fit Guide.

• Mask Cushion/Nasal Pillow Sizing Guides: You can utilize our Mask Sizing Guide Directory to view, download, and print out any mask cushion/nasal pillow sizing guide PDFs we have available. These guides may include instructions, tips, and diagrams for finding the perfect mask cushion/nasal pillow size for you.

Take advantage of our Find Your Mask feature and get a specialized recommendation from our wide selection of options for the best available CPAP mask customized to meet your needs.

• Silicone: Soft and flexible, silicone mask cushions/pillows are highly responsive to sleep position changes throughout the night.

• Memory Foam: Memory foam offers the softest available cushion/pillow option and effortlessly conforms to your face. However, memory foam cushions/pillows typically have to be replaced more frequently than other materials.

• Gel: Providing a more firm cushion option, gel cushions/pillows maintain their shape while adapting to your unique facial shape and contours, making them ideal for higher pressure settings.

Regularly cleaning your CPAP mask parts and components is crucial for avoiding the accumulation of bacteria, debris, oils, and other contaminants. This will help prevent the buildup of germs that may cause skin irritation and other unwanted side effects.

Before following the instructions below, first make sure your CPAP machine is unplugged from the power source, disconnect your mask and air tubing from your CPAP machine, and disassemble your mask components into 3 parts (mask cushions/pillows, headgear, and frame):

*Avoid using strong detergents or soaps, especially those that contain harsh chemicals, perfumes, dyes, moisturizers, or alcohol.

You can find more useful information regarding CPAP cleaning with this blog:

The Best Ways to Clean Your CPAP

To keep your CPAP therapy both effective and hygienic you should replace the individual parts of your mask according to the recommended schedule. This will help ensure that your CPAP mask is clean and free from air leakage, and always maintains the perfect fit.

• Nasal Pillows — Every 2 weeks

• Nasal Mask Cushions — Every 2 weeks

• Full Face Mask Cushions — Every 4 weeks

• Mask Frame — Every 3 months

• Headgear — Every 6 months

• Chinstraps — Every 6 months

• CPAP/BiPAP/APAP Machines — 5 years

Many of your favorite CPAP masks are available prescription-free thanks to our convenient non-RX CPAP mask kits! However, a fully assembled CPAP mask with headgear (including Fit Packs and Starter Packs) or any masks purchased through insurance do require a current prescription from a licensed healthcare provider (such as your Sleep Specialist).

If you need help obtaining or updating your prescription, we can help! Simply email us at info@cpapsupplies.com with your request.

Choose your next mask with confidence with our 30-day guarantee on new CPAP masks. If you’re not fully satisfied with your purchase, you’ll get the full amount towards a new mask – at no extra cost!

Learn more about our 30-Day Mask Guarantee.