{"id":41106,"date":"2026-08-24T15:28:05","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T14:28:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/?p=41106"},"modified":"2026-08-24T15:28:57","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T14:28:57","slug":"nasal-pillow-mask-vs-nasal-mask","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/da\/nasal-pillow-mask-vs-nasal-mask\/","title":{"rendered":"Nasal Pillow Mask vs Nasal Mask: Choosing a CPAP Mask"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"41106\" class=\"elementor elementor-41106\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4f2124f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4f2124f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f82ea78 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"f82ea78\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ecom-redesign-wrapper\">\n<style>\n  #ecom-redesign-wrapper {\n    --navy: #1B2A4A;\n    --navy-soft: #2E4270;\n    --blue-light: #EAF3FC;\n    --blue-mid: #D6E9F9;\n    --blue-accent: #3E7CB1;\n    --blue-deep: #1E4E7A;\n    --gray-text: #5B6472;\n    --gray-line: #E3E8EF;\n    --white: #FFFFFF;\n    font-family: 'Poppins', sans-serif;\n    color: var(--navy);\n    line-height: 1.7;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n  }\n  #ecom-redesign-wrapper * { box-sizing: border-box; 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align-items: flex-start; }\n    #ecom-redesign-wrapper .compare-cards { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    #ecom-redesign-wrapper .decision-branches { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    #ecom-redesign-wrapper .cta-dual { flex-direction: column; }\n    #ecom-redesign-wrapper .media-split,\n    #ecom-redesign-wrapper .media-split.reverse { flex-direction: column; }\n    #ecom-redesign-wrapper .media-split .media-img-wrap { max-width: 60%; flex-basis: auto; }\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"reviewed-strip\">\n  <svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M12 2l8 3v6c0 5-3.5 8.5-8 11-4.5-2.5-8-6-8-11V5l8-3z\"\/><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg>\n  Medically reviewed guide. Last updated 24 August 2026.\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tldr-box\">\n  <span class=\"tldr-label\">30-second answer<\/span>\n  <p><strong>A Nasal Pillow Mask<\/strong> uses two small silicone cushions that sit right at your nostrils, minimal contact, wide field of view, and nothing resting on the bridge of your nose. <strong>A Nasal Mask<\/strong> is a triangular cushion that covers your whole nose, giving a more stable seal at higher pressures. If you're a side sleeper, wear glasses in bed, or just don't like anything covering your face, go Nasal Pillow. If you're on a higher pressure setting or breathe forcefully through your nose, a Nasal Mask is usually the more comfortable, more stable fit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>Picking a CPAP mask is one of those decisions that quietly determines whether therapy actually works for you. Get the pressure settings right but the mask wrong, and you'll pull it off at 3am without even remembering. A Nasal Pillow Mask and a Nasal Mask are both worn over the nose only, so they're the two most common choices for people who don't need a full face mask. Here's how they actually differ, and which one fits your situation. Still shopping for the machine itself? Browse our <a href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product-category\/health-wellness\/respiratory-care-oxygen-therapy\/cpap-machines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPAP machines<\/a> range first, both masks below fit standard CPAP and BiPAP hose connectors.<\/p>\n\n<h2>What Is a Nasal Pillow Mask?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"media-split\">\n  <div class=\"media-img-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/5-7.webp\" alt=\"CPAP Nose Pillow Mask, a Nasal Pillow Mask with small nostril cushions\"><\/div>\n  <div class=\"media-text\">\n    <p>A Nasal Pillow Mask uses two small, soft silicone cushions that sit just inside or directly against the entrance of your nostrils, rather than covering the outside of your nose. Because there's so little material touching your face, it's the lightest, least intrusive style available: nothing rests on the bridge of your nose, your field of view stays wide open, and it works well if you wear reading glasses in bed or sleep on your side.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The trade-off is that air is delivered directly into your nostrils, which some people find can feel more forceful at higher pressure settings, and there's less cushion surface to help the mask stay sealed if you move around a lot at night.<\/p>\n<div class=\"callout\">\n  <strong>Currently in stock:<\/strong> den <a href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/cpap-nose-pillow-mask\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPAP-n\u00e6sepudemaske<\/a> uses a 360\u00b0 rotating elbow so the hose can't tug the mask out of position overnight, plus a quiet porous exhaust system and quick-release headgear. \u00a379, available in S\/M\/L.\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>What Is a Nasal Mask?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"media-split reverse\">\n  <div class=\"media-img-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/NM4.jpg\" alt=\"Nasal CPAP Mask NM4, a Nasal Mask covering the whole outer nose\"><\/div>\n  <div class=\"media-text\">\n    <p>A Nasal Mask uses a single, larger cushion, usually triangular, that seals around the outside of your whole nose, from the bridge down to just above your top lip. More surface area generally means a more stable seal, which is why a Nasal Mask tends to be the more comfortable choice at higher pressure settings or for anyone who breathes more forcefully through their nose during sleep.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"callout\">\n  <strong>Currently in stock:<\/strong> den <a href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/nasal-cpap-mask-nm4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPAP-n\u00e6semaske NM4<\/a> pairs a soft silicone cushion with a 360\u00b0 rotating elbow and quick-release adjustable headgear, plus a quiet vent design. \u00a379, available in S\/M\/L.\n<\/div>\n<p>The classic downside of a Nasal Mask has always been the forehead support pad, most designs rest a small frame against your forehead to hold the seal in place, which can leave a light pressure mark after a full night's use. If that's a dealbreaker for you, we also stock the <a href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/nasal-cpap-mask-with-adjustable-headgear-n5b\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nasal CPAP Mask N5B<\/a><span class=\"new-flag\">New in stock<\/span>, a forehead-free Nasal Mask with crown-style headgear instead of a forehead pad. It's \u00a389 and comes in S\/M\/L\/XL.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"compare-cards\">\n  <div class=\"compare-card\">\n    <div class=\"card-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2.5\"\/><circle cx=\"15\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 5v3M9 15v2M15 15v2\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n    <h3>Nasal Pillow Mask<\/h3>\n    <span class=\"card-tag\">Minimal Contact<\/span>\n    <span class=\"card-price\">CPAP Nose Pillow Mask &middot; \u00a379<\/span>\n    <p>Best for side sleepers, glasses wearers, and lower-to-mid pressure settings.<\/p>\n    <ul>\n      <li>Sits at the nostrils only<\/li>\n      <li>Widest field of view<\/li>\n      <li>Nothing on the nose bridge<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/cpap-nose-pillow-mask\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View product &rarr;<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"compare-card mask2\">\n    <div class=\"card-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><path d=\"M12 4c-3 3-3 8 0 11 3-3 3-8 0-11z\"\/><path d=\"M8 15c1.5 2 6.5 2 8 0\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n    <h3>N\u00e6se-maske<\/h3>\n    <span class=\"card-tag\">Stable Seal<\/span>\n    <span class=\"card-price\">Nasal CPAP Mask NM4 &middot; \u00a379<\/span>\n    <p>Best for higher pressures, active sleepers, and a steadier overnight seal.<\/p>\n    <ul>\n      <li>Covers the whole outer nose<\/li>\n      <li>Larger cushion surface<\/li>\n      <li>Steadier at higher pressure<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/nasal-cpap-mask-nm4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View product &rarr;<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>Nasal Pillow Mask vs Nasal Mask: Comparison Table<\/h2>\n<div class=\"compare-table-wrap\">\n<table class=\"compare-table\">\n  <tr><th>&nbsp;<\/th><th>Nasal Pillow Mask<\/th><th>N\u00e6se-maske<\/th><\/tr>\n  <tr><td>Contact point<\/td><td>Nostril cushions only<\/td><td>Whole outer nose<\/td><\/tr>\n  <tr><td>Bedst egnet til<\/td><td>Side sleepers, glasses wearers, lower\/mid pressure<\/td><td>Higher pressure settings, active sleepers<\/td><\/tr>\n  <tr><td>Field of view<\/td><td>Widest, minimal facial coverage<\/td><td>Good, slightly less than a pillow mask<\/td><\/tr>\n  <tr><td>Pressure marks<\/td><td>Rare, so little contact<\/td><td>Possible from the forehead support pad (or choose the forehead-free N5B)<\/td><\/tr>\n  <tr><td>Seal stability if you move<\/td><td>Can shift more easily<\/td><td>Generally more stable<\/td><\/tr>\n  <tr><td>Broxtal model &amp; price<\/td><td>CPAP Nose Pillow Mask, \u00a379<\/td><td>Nasal CPAP Mask NM4, \u00a379<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"price-note\">Prices correct at time of writing and subject to change, check the product page for the current live price.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-block\">\n  <p>Ready to choose? Both are certified, in stock, and ship free across the UK.<\/p>\n  <div class=\"cta-dual\">\n    <a class=\"cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/cpap-nose-pillow-mask\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shop Nasal Pillow Mask<\/a>\n    <a class=\"cta-btn outline\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/nasal-cpap-mask-nm4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shop Nasal Mask<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3>Quick Decision Guide<\/h3>\n<div class=\"decision-flow\">\n  <div class=\"decision-start\">Are you on a higher pressure setting, or do you move around a lot at night?<\/div>\n  <div class=\"decision-branches\">\n    <div class=\"decision-branch support\">\n      <span class=\"branch-tag\">NO, LOWER\/MID PRESSURE<\/span>\n      <p>Goal: the lightest possible mask with the widest field of view.<\/p>\n      <p class=\"branch-result\">Recommended: Nasal Pillow Mask<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"decision-branch brace\">\n      <span class=\"branch-tag\">YES, HIGHER PRESSURE OR ACTIVE SLEEPER<\/span>\n      <p>Goal: a bigger seal area that holds steady overnight.<\/p>\n      <p class=\"branch-result\">Recommended: Nasal Mask<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>What About a Full Face Mask?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"media-split\">\n  <div class=\"media-img-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/fm2-1.webp\" alt=\"Face Mask for CPAP BiPAP Machines FM2, a Full Face Mask covering nose and mouth\"><\/div>\n  <div class=\"media-text\">\n    <p>Both mask types above are nose-only, so they assume you breathe through your nose during sleep. If you regularly breathe through your mouth, or have ongoing nasal congestion, neither a Nasal Pillow Mask nor a Nasal Mask will hold a proper seal, air will simply leak out through your mouth instead. In that case a <a href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/face-mask-for-cpap-bipap-machines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Helmaske<\/a>, which covers both your nose and mouth, is usually the better fit. It's CE certified with an anti-asphyxia safety valve, \u00a379, available in S\/M\/L.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>How Often Should You Change a CPAP Mask?<\/h2>\n<p>As a general guide, most manufacturers recommend replacing the silicone cushion every 2-4 weeks with daily use, since the seal material softens over time, and replacing the full mask, headgear included, roughly every 3-6 months. I'm not fully certain this applies identically to every model, cushion life depends on cleaning habits and skin type, so check the care guidance on your mask's product page rather than assuming one number fits all.<\/p>\n<p>A daily wipe-down between replacements keeps the seal working and cuts down on bacteria build-up. Broxtal's <a href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/cpap-cleaning-wipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPAP cleaning wipes<\/a> eller <a href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product\/cpap-cleaner-and-sanitizer-bundle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPAP-reng\u00f8rings- og desinficeringss\u00e6t<\/a> are quick ways to stay on top of it.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"callout\">\n  <strong>Not sure your current mask is even the right style?<\/strong> A Nasal Pillow Mask and a Nasal Mask generally use different headgear and connectors, so switching between them usually means buying the new mask outright rather than swapping parts, worth factoring in before you order.\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>Ofte stillede sp\u00f8rgsm\u00e5l<\/h2>\n\n<details class=\"faq-item\" open>\n  <summary>What is the difference between a Nasal Pillow Mask and a Nasal Mask?<\/summary>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>A Nasal Pillow Mask uses two small silicone cushions that sit at the entrance of your nostrils, with minimal facial contact. A Nasal Mask uses one larger triangular cushion that covers your entire outer nose, giving a more stable seal, particularly at higher pressure settings.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n  <summary>How often should you change a CPAP mask?<\/summary>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>As a general guide, replace the cushion every 2-4 weeks and the full mask, headgear included, roughly every 3-6 months, though this varies by model and how well it's cleaned. Check your specific mask's product page for manufacturer guidance.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n  <summary>Is a Nasal Pillow Mask good?<\/summary>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>For many people, yes, particularly side sleepers, glasses wearers, and anyone on a lower-to-mid pressure setting who finds a full mask claustrophobic. It's less ideal at higher pressures or if you move around a lot overnight, where a Nasal Mask tends to hold its seal better.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n  <summary>Can I use a Nasal Pillow Mask or Nasal Mask if I breathe through my mouth?<\/summary>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>Not reliably. Both mask types only cover the nose, so mouth breathing during sleep will cause air to leak out and reduce therapy pressure. A Full Face Mask, covering both nose and mouth, is generally the better option if this applies to you.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n  <summary>Does a Nasal Mask leave marks on my face?<\/summary>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>The standard Nasal CPAP Mask NM4 uses a forehead support pad that can leave a light pressure mark after a full night's use. If that's a concern, the Nasal CPAP Mask N5B swaps the forehead pad for a forehead-free crown headgear design.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n<p>For further guidance on CPAP therapy and getting the most out of your machine, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/sleep-apnoea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NHS overview of sleep apnoea<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-block\">\n  <p>Still not sure which mask suits your setup?<\/p>\n  <a class=\"cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kontakt Broxtal<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"writer-mini-wrap\">\n  <div class=\"writer-mini\">\n    <div class=\"avatar\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 12a4.5 4.5 0 100-9 4.5 4.5 0 000 9zM4 21c0-4.4 3.6-8 8-8s8 3.6 8 8\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"name\">Skrevet af Hajar D. Adams<\/div>\n      <div class=\"role\">Medicinsk forfatter, Broxtal<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3>Explore More Guides on Sleep Apnea &amp; CPAP Therapy<\/h3>\n<div class=\"related-grid\">\n  <a class=\"related-card\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/cpap-vs-bipap-when-to-use-them-for-sleep-apnea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPAP kontra BiPAP: Hvorn\u00e5r skal man bruge dem ved s\u00f8vnapn\u00f8?<\/a>\n  <a class=\"related-card\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/cpap-machine-cost-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CPAP Machine Cost UK: NHS vs Private (2026)<\/a>\n  <a class=\"related-card\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/apap-machine-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">APAP-maskiner forklaret: APAP vs. CPAP<\/a>\n  <a class=\"related-card\" href=\"https:\/\/broxtal.com\/product-category\/health-wellness\/respiratory-care-oxygen-therapy\/masks-accessories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shop All CPAP Masks &amp; Accessories<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"What is the difference between a Nasal Pillow Mask and a Nasal Mask?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"A Nasal Pillow Mask uses two small silicone cushions that sit at the entrance of your nostrils, with minimal facial contact. 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