CPAP Masks for Side Sleepers
CPAP Masks for Side Sleepers
Sleeping on your side is one of the most common reasons a mask leaks: the cushion presses into the pillow, shifts, and breaks the seal every time you turn. The fix is a mask that keeps its seal off the pillow. For most side sleepers that means a low-profile nasal pillow mask, or a tube-up design where the hose connects at the top of your head and stays out of the way. We carry the nasal pillow, nasal, and tube-up masks that hold up best on your side, from ResMed, Philips Respironics, and Fisher & Paykel. A prescription is required, and every mask is FSA and HSA eligible.
Best masks for side sleepers
- Nasal pillow masks (lowest profile): the smallest footprint, with almost nothing to press into the pillow. Popular side-sleeper picks include the ResMed AirFit P10 and AirFit P30i, the Fisher & Paykel Brevida, and the Philips Nuance Pro.
- Tube-up masks (hose at the top of the head): the ResMed AirFit N30i (nasal) and AirFit F30i (full face) route the tube over your head, so you can turn without pulling the hose or catching it on the pillow.
- Lower-profile nasal: the Philips DreamWear routes its tube up and off your face, and the ResMed AirFit N20 is a lightweight nasal mask, both easier to manage on your side than a full face mask.
Sleep better on your side with the right setup: a CPAP pillow has cut-outs that cradle your mask so it does not get pushed out of place, and our nasal pillow masks and nasal masks pages let you compare every option. See the full CPAP masks range too.
Which one is right for you
Most side sleepers do best with a nasal pillow or a tube-up mask. If leaks when you turn are your main issue, read our guide on reducing CPAP mask leaks and our roundup of the best CPAP masks for side sleepers. Not sure on size? Our CPAP experts can help you pick, and every mask is backed by our 60-Night Risk Free guarantee.
