Chamber Comparison
AHA AHA Fit 18vsNewtowne Walk-In
AHA
AHA Fit 18
1.8
ATA
$15K
Starting
2yr
Warranty
Newtowne
Walk-In
1.3
ATA
$15K
Starting
2yr
Warranty
The Bottom Line
The AHA AHA Fit 18 wins on max pressure and weight, while the Newtowne Walk-In takes the edge in fda clearance. If max pressure is your priority, the AHA AHA Fit 18 is the stronger pick.
Key Differences
AHA
1.8 ATA
Newtowne
1.3 ATA
Higher pressure enables more clinical protocols. The AHA AHA Fit 18 reaches 1.8 ATA, which covers most wellness applications.
AHA
Not FDA Cleared
Newtowne
FDA Cleared
FDA clearance matters if you need insurance reimbursement, plan to operate a clinical facility, or want the highest safety assurance. For home wellness use, it's less critical.
AHA
88 lbs
Newtowne
200 lbs
Weight matters for portability and installation. Lighter chambers are easier to move between rooms or take to a second location.
Who Should Buy Which?
Best for
AHA AHA Fit 18
Athletes, wellness clinics, users needing near-clinical pressure
View full details →Best for
Newtowne Walk-In
Wheelchair users, ADA compliance, clinics, rehab centers, multi-user therapy
View full details →Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | AHA AHA Fit 18 | Newtowne Walk-In |
|---|---|---|
| Chamber Type | Soft-Shell | Soft-Shell |
| Performance Tier | Advanced Wellness | Advanced Wellness |
| Max Pressure | 1.8 ATA★ | 1.3 ATA |
| Oxygen Delivery | ambient-air | ambient-air |
| O₂ Concentration | 21% (ambient); O2 concentrator optional | 21% (ambient) |
| Capacity | 1-person | 2+ person |
| Weight | 88 lbs★ | 200 lbs |
| Interior Dimensions | 85cm diameter x 250cm length | 60in diameter x 96in length (wheelchair accessible) |
| Portability | portable | stationary |
| FDA Cleared | No | Yes (#K051759)★ |
| CE Marked | Yes★ | No |
| Made In | Austria/Slovenia | United States |
| Price | $15,000 - $20,000 (estimated) | $15,000 - $22,000 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Clinical Score | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Brand Established | 2006 | 2001 |
| Climate Control | No | No |
| Communication System | No | No |
| Emergency Features | Safety valves, internal pressure relief | Walk-in entry, dual zipper safety, pressure relief valve, interior/exterior controls |
AHA AHA Fit 18 — Standout Features
Newtowne Walk-In — Standout Features
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