Portable Oxygen Concentrator Price Guide
At Main Clinic Supply, we offer multiple models of portable oxygen concentrators (POCs) to suit every budget. Typically, each device will have multiple pulse settings, but more expensive ones will offer more options with these settings and may even incorporate additional useful features, such as continuous flow. To help users understand what’s available and what they can expect at various price points, we’ve created this guide.
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Price Range |
Best For |
Key Features & Technologies |
Example Models |
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Under $2,000 |
An affordable, FAA‑approved units that have all the features at a lower price! |
Lightweight (< 5 lb), standard battery, pulse‑flow only. |
Inogen Demo and Certified Pre-Owned Systems |
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$2,000 – $3,000 |
Something lighter or smarter than entry‑level models without breaking the bank. |
Ultra‑light units (< 3 lb) or adaptive pulse tech (Intelligent Delivery, SmartDose™, autoSAT®); optional dual‑flow (pulse + continuous). |
Inogen One Rove 4, OxLife Liberty2, CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort, Drive iGO2, Zen‑O Lite / Zen‑O |
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$3,000 – $4,000 |
Premium portability with enough power for an active, all‑day lifestyle. |
Extended or dual batteries, more pulse settings, auto‑adjusting oxygen (AutoSAT®/Energy‑Smart), AC/DC switchover for car or home use. |
Inogen Rove 6, OxLife Independence, CAIRE Eclipse 5, Rhythm P2‑E6 |
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Over $4,000 (Bundles) |
A turnkey “day‑and‑night” oxygen solution—portable plus home unit in one purchase. |
Two concentrators (travel + overnight), carrying cases, AC/DC supplies, cannulas for 24/7 therapy. |
Rove 6 + GS‑100 bundle, Rove 4 + GS‑100 bundle, |
Portable Oxygen Concentrators for Less Than $2,000
Inogen Demo and Certified Pre-Owned Systems
All the features and benefits of the new Inogen oxygen systems are available at a lower cost.
Models in the range:
Portable Oxygen Concentrators From $2,000 to $3,000
As prices increase, POC models will start to gain new features that extend their usefulness. For example, some products, like the Inogen One G4, are designed to be much lighter without sacrificing functionality. Whereas typical portable oxygen concentrators weigh about five pounds or less, models like this weigh less than three pounds. The additional convenience increases the price.
Similarly, manufacturers add more software features and better displays for standard-sized devices at this price point. For example, manufacturers like Inogen incorporate their proprietary Intelligent Delivery Technology®. This technology is designed to vary the rate of oxygen delivery based on various breathing conditions. As breathing slows, the system will automatically increase each bolus dose so that the user gets as much oxygen as if they were breathing at a faster rate.
While Inogen’s Intelligent Delivery Technology® is only available in their concentrators, other manufacturers incorporate similar technologies into their products. Examples of this are:
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SmartDose™ technology for Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare devices
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autoSAT® for CAIRE devices
Some manufacturers, like GCE Medical, simply refer to their pulse-flow technology as a “self-regulating pulse mode”. In any situation, this usually means that a portable oxygen concentrator that adjusts to breathing patterns costs more.
Some other technologies that increase pricing are examples like autoDOSE, which delivers rapid pulses of oxygen if the concentrator detects no user breath. This is an emergency technology designed to restore normal breathing.
Finally, if continuous flow settings are needed in addition to pulse flow settings, the device's price tends to increase. These are called dual-flow modes, and they can be found in products like the OxLife Liberty2 and the GCE Zen-O.
Models in the range:
Portable Oxygen Concentrators From $3,000 to $4,000
This range of portable oxygen concentrators offers patients extended battery life to facilitate a more active lifestyle. Some models even have a design with a dual-battery system, so that backup power is available on long trips. This makes traveling, even to the other side of the world, more convenient. The number of pulse flow options on these models are typically higher, which allows better control over the amount of oxygen being delivered. Many of these models use AutoSAT® or similar technologies that modulate the amount of oxygen delivered based on the patient's breathing rate.
These high-end models also feature Energy Smart Technology that optimizes oxygen output and adjusts to the patient’s breathing. These may also grant the ability to switch between AC and DC power sources as needed. This allows the portable oxygen concentrator to be powered through a standard electrical outlet or a 12V car charger, enhancing its overall versatility for various settings and travel needs.
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Oxygen Concentrator Bundles (From $4,000 Up)
At the higher end of the POC price range, some bundles include up to two units specifically engineered to deliver reliable oxygen support both during travel and overnight use. An example of this is the Inogen® Rove 6 Portable Oxygen Concentrator and Inogen At Home® Stationary Oxygen Concentrator Bundle. This bundle includes the Rove 6 portable unit for daytime travel, as well as the Inogen GS-100, which is also travel-friendly but is primarily designed for nighttime use.
These types of bundles also come with:
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Carrying bags with shoulder straps
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Nasal cannulas
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A/C and D/C power supplies
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Travel cases for nighttime oxygen concentrators
While having two oxygen concentrators does reduce portability, the fact that each comes with a dedicated case makes them both more travel-friendly. Users can take their portable concentrators with them as they explore travel destinations and bring their nighttime units for when they settle in for the night.
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There’s a Portable Oxygen Concentrator for all Budgets
There’s a portable oxygen concentrator for everyone’s needs and budget. While some models add on costs for more features, even the more affordable ones will have what’s needed for outdoor activities.
Are you unsure which portable oxygen concentrator offers the most suitable solution? Expert Oxygen Specialists are available to provide knowledgeable guidance and support.
Contact us today at 1-888-850-9017