Quick answer: CPAP rental suits a prescribed trial or an uncertain equipment duration; purchase deserves a written total-cost comparison when the exact device and long-term requirement are settled. At Sanjeevia, Basic fixed-pressure CPAP rents for ₹3,000 for one month and costs ₹20,500 to buy. ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet rents for ₹4,500 for one month and costs ₹74,000 to buy. Deposits are refundable security, not rental cost. Compare the same prescribed device and supplied package before deciding.
CPAP rental vs purchase: current model costs in Delhi NCR
Rates checked against Sanjeevia’s product records on 7 October 2026. Confirm stock, the exact model and final quotation before payment.
| Device | One-month rent | Refundable deposit | One-month transport | One-month first payment with online deposit | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic fixed-pressure CPAP | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹20,500 |
| ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet APAP/CPAP | ₹4,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹750 | ₹15,250 | ₹74,000 |
| Deck Mount VT30 D Auto CPAP | Unavailable | Not applicable | Confirm purchase delivery charge | Purchase only | ₹24,500 |
One-month first payment = rent + payable delivery/pickup transport + online deposit. Optional masks, consumables and promotions are excluded. With a security cheque, Basic CPAP requires ₹4,000 online plus a ₹5,000 cheque at delivery; AirSense requires ₹5,250 online plus a ₹10,000 cheque. The deposit obligation remains in either case. Check all eligible options in the CPAP and APAP model catalogue.
Compare the booked duration, not the lowest advertised monthly rate
| Booked duration | Basic CPAP: total rent | AirSense 10 AutoSet: total rent | Payable rental transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| One month | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 / ₹750 respectively |
| Three months | ₹8,100 (₹2,700/month) | ₹12,150 (₹4,050/month) | Waived |
| Six months | ₹14,400 (₹2,400/month) | ₹21,600 (₹3,600/month) | Waived |
These totals are the rent for the entire booked term, not a one-month payment at the discounted rate. Add the deposit and any separately quoted accessories to establish the initial outlay. For example, six months of Basic CPAP with an online deposit totals ₹19,400 before accessories; six months of AirSense totals ₹31,600. Transport is waived for these three- and six-month rentals under the published terms.
When renting or buying makes practical sense
- Prescribed trial or uncertain duration: renting can limit the initial non-refundable equipment spend while the clinician reviews treatment and the family confirms the package.
- Established long-term use: compare the purchase quotation with rent over the expected duration, warranty, servicing, consumables and ownership condition. The purchase price alone does not describe those costs.
- Do not compare unlike devices: Basic fixed CPAP, AirSense AutoSet APAP and VT30 D are different options. A cheaper fixed-CPAP rental cannot replace prescribed APAP without the treating team’s agreement. See the fixed CPAP versus Auto CPAP guide.
For six months, Basic rental rent is ₹6,100 below its ₹20,500 listed purchase price; AirSense rental rent is ₹52,400 below its ₹74,000 purchase price. These are equipment-price comparisons only, not a universal break-even date. After a rental, ownership does not transfer unless a separate agreement says so; do not assume paid rent is credited against a later purchase.
What is included, and what needs a separate quotation?
Basic CPAP includes the confirmed fixed-pressure device, compatible power supply, tubing, clean filter and handover card; humidifier inclusion depends on the assigned model. AirSense 10 AutoSet includes its HumidAir humidifier, power supply, tubing and handover card. Rental sanitisation, installation, demonstration, equipment support and pickup follow the rental policy.
The patient-specific mask and headgear are separate unless expressly included in the order. Confirm replacement filters, water, backup power, fitting support and any purchase warranty or service charges. At handover, record the exact device, prescribed mode and settings; pricing is a commercial decision, while therapy remains the clinician’s decision.
Before choosing a longer term, read the rental policy and return and refund policy. Do not assume an early return produces a daily pro-rata refund. The humanitarian exception for patient demise or sudden hospitalisation has a specific return window and eligibility conditions in that policy. Online deposits follow inspection and the security deposit policy; they are distinct from rent refunds.
Questions before payment
Is ₹2,400 enough for one month of Basic CPAP?
No. One month costs ₹3,000. ₹2,400 is the monthly rate only for a six-month booking, with ₹14,400 total rent.
Can I rent the Deck Mount VT30 D?
The current listing is purchase only at ₹24,500. It has no offered rental rate. Confirm delivery and the included purchase package separately.
Does the deposit make renting more expensive than buying?
It increases the initial security outlay, but it is refundable subject to the deposit policy. Compare non-refundable rent and charges separately from refundable security.
Where can I compare devices before deciding?
Use the CPAP/APAP category for current models and charges. Read CPAP ramp explanation for comfort-feature questions and CPAP first-night checklist for prescribed handover checks.
Published by Sanjeevia Medical. Commercial figures verified from product records on 7 October 2026. This guide does not prescribe a device or change treatment settings.