Which CPAP mask is right for me?

Nasal or nasal-pillow masks suit most nose-breathers; full-face masks suit mouth-breathers, nasal congestion or higher pressures. Fit and a leak-free seal matter most.

Is a mask included with rental?

Yes — every SleepEase CPAP and BiPAP rental includes a mask, and we help with the fit at setup.

What if my mask leaks?

A leaking mask usually means the wrong size or style. Message us on WhatsApp and we'll help you adjust or switch.

CPAP mask types: which one is right for you?

Last updated: 2026-10-28

Quick answer

There are three main CPAP mask types: nasal masks (cover the nose), nasal-pillow masks (sit at the nostrils, minimal contact), and full-face masks (cover nose and mouth, for mouth-breathers or higher pressures). The right mask is the one that seals without leaks and feels comfortable enough to wear all night — fit matters more than brand. SleepEase includes a mask with every rental.

The three main mask types

Nasal masks cover just the nose and suit most people. Nasal-pillow masks seal at the nostrils with minimal contact — good if you feel claustrophobic, wear glasses or read in bed. Full-face masks cover the nose and mouth, and suit mouth-breathers, people with nasal congestion, or those on higher pressures.

How to choose

Pick based on how you breathe (nose vs mouth), your pressure, and comfort. A mask that leaks — onto your eyes or with noise — disrupts therapy, so a good seal and the right size matter more than any brand name. Facial hair, glasses and sleeping position all affect the choice.

Mask included with rental

Every SleepEase CPAP or BiPAP rental includes a mask, and we help you get the fit right at setup. If a mask style isn't working for you, tell us on WhatsApp and we'll help you switch. See CPAP rental and BiPAP rental. If you are buying a machine, the mask is chosen and fitted the same way at delivery.

CPAP mask types: which one is right for you?

The three main mask types

How to choose

Mask included with rental

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