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ResMed AirCurve 11 VAuto review: specs and price

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The ResMed AirCurve 11 VAuto is an auto-adjusting bilevel device for obstructive sleep apnea. In VAuto mode IPAP and EPAP each range from 4 to 25 cmH2O, with pressure support of 0–10 cmH2O and a 25 cmH2O ceiling. It shares the AirSense 11's body, HumidAir 11 humidifier and Climate Control, weighs 43 oz with the tub, is rated at 26–27 dBA and works up to 9,870 ft. cpap.com listed it at $1,796 on 13 October 2026, versus $1,004 for the AirSense 11. This review is based on ResMed's user guide, not hands-on testing.

How we reviewed this: HHZ didn’t test this device hands-on. This review is written from the manufacturer’s user manual and published specifications, linked below, plus a U.S. retail price checked on 13 October 2026. We don’t report comfort, noise or reliability impressions we haven’t measured.

Key specs

SpecAirCurve 11 VAutoSource
Price (U.S.)$1,796cpap.com
IndicationOSA in patients over 66 lbAirCurve 11 user guide
ModesVAuto, S, CPAPUser guide
VAuto pressuresIPAP 4–25; EPAP 4–25; pressure support 0–10; max 25 cmH2OUser guide
S modeIPAP 4–25; EPAP 3–25; max 25 cmH2OUser guide
CPAP mode4–20 cmH2O, with EPR 1–3User guide
HumidifierHumidAir 11, 380 mLUser guide
Climate ControlWith ClimateLineAir 11 heated tubingUser guide
Sound pressure26 dBA (side cover); 27 dBA (with tub)User guide
Weight with tub43 oz (1,229 g)User guide
Power supply90 W; typical consumption 65.3 WUser guide
Operating temperature41–95°FUser guide
Operating altitudeSea level to 9,870 ftUser guide
WarrantyDevice 2 years; humidifier 1 year; masks and tubing 90 daysUser guide

AirCurve 11 VAuto vs AirSense 11 AutoSet

AirCurve 11 VAutoAirSense 11 AutoSet
Price, cpap.com (13 Oct 2026)$1,796$1,004
Pressure typeSeparate inhale and exhale pressuresSingle pressure (EPR lowers exhale by up to 3)
Max pressure25 cmH2O20 cmH2O
Exhale reliefPressure support up to 10 cmH2OEPR up to 3 cmH2O
Weight with tub43 oz40 oz
Power supply90 W65 W
Altitude9,870 ft9,870 ft

Who it’s for

For obstructive sleep apnea, Medicare covers a bilevel without backup rate only after CPAP has been tried and proven ineffective (BiPAP and ASV coverage). The device’s higher ceiling (25 vs 20 cmH2O) and larger exhale drop are the documented differences; whether you need them is your clinician’s call. See APAP vs CPAP vs BiPAP. It isn’t an ASV: ResMed’s guide indicates only the AirCurve 11 ASV for central or mixed apneas.

Verdict

From the documents, the AirCurve 11 VAuto is an AirSense 11 platform with true bilevel pressure up to 25 cmH2O and up to 10 cmH2O of pressure support. It costs about $790 more at the retailer we checked, so it makes sense only when your clinician prescribes bilevel therapy. Check your coverage first in our BiPAP and ASV Medicare guide.

Related: high AHI on CPAP, AirSense 11 settings, CPAP with oxygen.

Frequently asked questions

What is the AirCurve 11 VAuto?
A ResMed bilevel (BiPAP) device whose VAuto mode automatically adjusts inhale (IPAP) and exhale (EPAP) pressure. ResMed's user guide says the VAuto is indicated for obstructive sleep apnea in patients over 66 lb. The same machine also offers CPAP and S (fixed bilevel) modes.
What pressure range does the AirCurve 11 VAuto have?
In VAuto mode, IPAP is 4–25 cmH2O, EPAP 4–25 cmH2O and pressure support 0–10 cmH2O, with a maximum of 25 cmH2O. CPAP mode is 4–20 cmH2O, per ResMed's user guide.
How much does the AirCurve 11 VAuto cost?
cpap.com listed it at $1,796 with the HumidAir humidifier on 13 October 2026. A prescription is required.
Is the AirCurve 11 VAuto for central sleep apnea?
Not per its indication. ResMed's guide indicates the AirCurve 11 VAuto for OSA. Only the AirCurve 11 ASV's ASV modes are also indicated for central or mixed apneas or periodic breathing.
Will Medicare cover a bilevel instead of CPAP?
Medicare has separate rules for bilevel devices without a backup rate, usually requiring that CPAP was tried and proved ineffective. See our BiPAP and ASV Medicare coverage guide.

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