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Keep Your CPAP Machine Germ-Free With The SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner: A Review

If you’re like most people, you’re probably not a big fan of all types of cleaning chores. Let’s be honest here – who loves vacuuming the carpet, washing the dishes, or mowing the lawn?

And it gets even worse if you own a CPAP machine. You have to take apart the mask’s components and clean each and every nook and cranny to ensure it’s all sanitized and free from harmful germs and bacteria.

But there’s actually an easier way to get the job done, and that’s by using one of the best CPAP cleaners – the SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner. With this machine, you can properly sanitize your CPAP wares at the mere touch of a button.

The CPAP machine has been proven to be an effective sleep apnea treatment option. But just like all medical equipment, proper care and maintenance is a must.

Doctors recommend that these machines be regularly cleaned and sanitized as its moist interior parts might become breeding grounds for harmful bacteria.

The manual method of cleaning the device with soap and water might be effective in removing oil and dirt, but it is not a reliable method if you want to kill microorganisms.

A better way of sanitizing the masks is by using ozone disinfection, which is a method employed by the SoClean 2 CPAP cleaner. According to its claims, it can kill 99.99 percent of all bacteria, molds, and viruses–guaranteed.

Despite being available only in one size, it works well with most CPAPs.

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Quick Summary

Price: $300 – 350
Shipping Weight: 8.4 pounds
Sanitation method: Ozone disinfection
Guarantee: 30-day trial period

Key Features

If you want your CPAP machine to be free from germs and bacteria, then the SoClean 2 CPAP cleaner is a great option for you.

SoClean 2 uses activated oxygen to kill all harmful microorganisms in your mask. Activated oxygen is widely recognized as a disinfectant, which explains why it’s the preferred method used by hospitals to sanitize their equipment.

By using this cleaner, you’ll get the same level of cleanliness and sanitizing power as well. Based on independent laboratory testing, this device kills between 99.9 and 99.99 percent of bacteria present in the CPAP mask.

Activated oxygen–also known as ozone–is the same type of gas found in the earth’s ozone layer.

Recognized for its potency in cleaning, ozone is used as an alternative for chlorine in keeping municipal water systems safe for human use.

But perhaps ozone’s most important advantage is that it won’t leave potentially dangerous chemical residue behind as the gas simply dissipates into the air.

This residue-free sanitizing capability is also one of the reasons why ozone is one of the preferred disinfection methods for farm produce, such as fruits and vegetables.

Read more: SoClean Go 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer

One of the most common reasons why users tend to put off cleaning their CPAP masks is that it takes too much time and effort. You need to disassemble the mask and clean each part individually.

But that won’t be an issue with the SoClean 2 as it offers the most convenient way of sanitizing your CPAP. This device thoroughly disinfects the mask and other components even without taking them apart individually.

All you need to do is put the CPAP mask inside the SoClean 2 cleaner and press the start button. With such ease of use, you can disinfect your mask daily, which is recommended by experts to mitigate the risk of upper respiratory infections.

The SoClean 2 cleaner works with most CPAP masks.

However, you can also check the product’s compatibility guide before making a purchase.

Generally, CPAP machines with a heated hose component require an adapter.

This product has a 30-day trial period where you can test it out to see if it fits your need. If you’re not satisfied, you can return the device and get a full refund.

However, you first need to contact their hotline to get a return authorization number. You should also shoulder the shipping cost for the return.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Up to 99.99% kill rate for germs and bacteria
  • Convenient
  • No need to disassemble when cleaning

Cons

  • Might leave a residual smell
  • Ozone exposure may aggravate existing respiratory conditions
  • Doesn’t take out oil and dirt from the mask.
  • More expensive than other options

Actual Feedback from Users

“My hubby uses the CPAP machine and is very slow to wash it regularly. I saw the ad and purchased the unit for him. It’s great. It took a couple of weeks to get him in the habit of using it every morning but now he does and has to admit that he no longer gets swollen tonsils without explanation. It has brought me some peace of mind about his health.”  Lesley-Ann LS

“Being a person with several medical problems, I thought it wise to get this SoClean. It does a wonderful job and leaves a clean sent when finished. The only problem I noticed was the lid release button seemed cheap and not a positive latching. I had a power failure and it lost the time and had to reset the clock that was hard to see the numbers.” – John K

“Really makes keeping CPAP unit and accessories clean much easier. No lingering odors. Am really pleased with this unit. It works as described!” – Pete

Conclusion and Recommendation

Recommended for:

  • CPAP users who are looking for a more effective and potent sanitation method for their equipment
  • Those who want a convenient way of disinfecting their masks and tubing

Not Recommended for:

  • People who don’t like the smell of ozone
  • CPAP users who are content with dismantling their masks every time they disinfect it
  • Bargain hunters

Would we recommend the SoClean 2 for CPAP users? Definitely! The fact that it is guaranteed to kill 99.9 percent of potentially dangerous microorganisms is good enough for us to give it a thumbs up.

But of course, we understand that this product may not be attractive to some buyers. A major consideration is its price, which might appear too steep for a CPAP cleaning option. Another option could be UV cleaning systems.

But for those who can afford it, it’s worth every penny for its ability to keep harmful bacteria at bay and the peace of mind it brings to the CPAP user.