Chamber Comparison
Henshaw Solo XL ProvsMacy-Pan ST1700
Henshaw
Solo XL Pro
1.35
ATA
$8K
Starting
3yr
Warranty
Macy-Pan
ST1700
1.5
ATA
$12K
Starting
1yr
Warranty
The Bottom Line
The Henshaw Solo XL Pro wins on price and warranty, while the Macy-Pan ST1700 takes the edge in max pressure. If price is your priority, the Henshaw Solo XL Pro is the stronger pick.
Key Differences
Henshaw
1.35 ATA
Macy-Pan
1.5 ATA
Higher pressure enables more clinical protocols. The Macy-Pan ST1700 reaches 1.5 ATA, which covers most wellness applications.
Henshaw
£6,500 - £9,000 (~$8,000 - $11,000)
Macy-Pan
$11,600 - $14,000
A significant price gap of ~31%. Consider whether the higher-priced unit's additional features justify the investment for your use case.
Henshaw
3 years
Macy-Pan
1 year
A longer warranty reduces long-term ownership risk, especially important for chambers in the $10K+ range.
Who Should Buy Which?
Best for
Henshaw Solo XL Pro
Professional use, clinics, demanding home users, larger individuals
View full details →Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | Henshaw Solo XL Pro | Macy-Pan ST1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Chamber Type | Soft-Shell | Soft-Shell |
| Performance Tier | Entry Wellness | Entry Wellness |
| Max Pressure | 1.35 ATA | 1.5 ATA★ |
| Oxygen Delivery | ambient-air | ambient-air |
| O₂ Concentration | 21% (ambient); optional O2 concentrator available | 21% (ambient); optional concentrator |
| Capacity | 1-2 person | 1-person |
| Weight | — | 37.5 lbs |
| Interior Dimensions | Extra-large single-person lying design | Sitting/vertical design |
| Portability | semi-portable | semi-portable |
| FDA Cleared | No | No |
| CE Marked | Yes | Yes |
| Made In | United Kingdom | China |
| Price | £6,500 - £9,000 (~$8,000 - $11,000)★ | $11,600 - $14,000 |
| Warranty | 3 years★ | 1 year |
| Clinical Score | 4/10 | 4/10 |
| Brand Established | 2008 | 2007 |
| Climate Control | No | No |
| Communication System | No | No |
| Emergency Features | Safety release valves, dual zipper, interior pressure controls | Pressure relief valve, dual zipper system |
Henshaw Solo XL Pro — Standout Features
Macy-Pan ST1700 — Standout Features
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