Chamber Comparison
Henshaw SolovsNewtowne Long Shoe
Henshaw
Solo
1.35
ATA
$5K
Starting
3yr
Warranty
Newtowne
Long Shoe
1.3
ATA
$6K
Starting
2yr
Warranty
The Bottom Line
The Henshaw Solo wins on max pressure, price, warranty, and weight, while the Newtowne Long Shoe takes the edge in fda clearance and clinical credibility. If max pressure is your priority, the Henshaw Solo is the stronger pick.
Key Differences
Henshaw
1.35 ATA
Newtowne
1.3 ATA
Higher pressure enables more clinical protocols. The Henshaw Solo reaches 1.35 ATA, which covers most wellness applications.
Henshaw
£4,000 - £5,500 (~$5,000 - $7,000)
Newtowne
$6,495 - $7,995
A ~23% price difference. At this range, the decision likely comes down to features and certifications rather than cost alone.
Henshaw
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.
Henshaw
4/10
Newtowne
5/10
This score reflects published studies, certifications, and clinical adoption. Higher scores indicate stronger evidence backing the manufacturer's claims.
Henshaw
3 years
Newtowne
2 years
A longer warranty reduces long-term ownership risk, especially important for chambers in the $10K+ range.
Who Should Buy Which?
Best for
Henshaw Solo
Home users, beginners, individuals seeking affordable entry point
View full details →Best for
Newtowne Long Shoe
Taller users wanting seated design, reclined therapy, small-to-medium spaces
View full details →Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | Henshaw Solo | Newtowne Long Shoe |
|---|---|---|
| Chamber Type | Soft-Shell | Soft-Shell |
| Performance Tier | Entry Wellness | Entry Wellness |
| Max Pressure | 1.35 ATA★ | 1.3 ATA |
| Oxygen Delivery | ambient-air | ambient-air |
| O₂ Concentration | 21% (ambient); optional O2 concentrator available | 21% (ambient) |
| Capacity | 1-person | 1-person |
| Weight | 26.5 lbs★ | 90 lbs |
| Interior Dimensions | Compact single-person lying design | 34in diameter x 72in length (seated/reclined) |
| Portability | portable | semi-portable |
| FDA Cleared | No | Yes (#K051759)★ |
| CE Marked | Yes★ | No |
| Made In | United Kingdom | United States |
| Price | £4,000 - £5,500 (~$5,000 - $7,000)★ | $6,495 - $7,995 |
| Warranty | 3 years★ | 2 years |
| Clinical Score | 4/10 | 5/10★ |
| Brand Established | 2008 | 2001 |
| Climate Control | No | No |
| Communication System | No | No |
| Emergency Features | Safety release valves, dual zipper, interior pressure controls | Dual zipper safety, pressure relief valve, interior/exterior controls |
Henshaw Solo — Standout Features
Newtowne Long Shoe — Standout Features
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