Chamber Comparison

Henshaw XL ProvsPerry Baromedical Sigma Elite

Henshaw

XL Pro

Clinical Grade

2

ATA

$60K

Starting

3yr

Warranty

Perry Baromedical

Sigma Elite

Clinical GradeFDA Cleared

3

ATA

$80K

Starting

1yr

Warranty

The Bottom Line

The Henshaw XL Pro wins on price and warranty, while the Perry Baromedical Sigma Elite takes the edge in max pressure, fda clearance, and clinical credibility. If max pressure matters most, the Perry Baromedical Sigma Elite is the better choice.

Key Differences

Max PressurePerry Baromedical Sigma Elite

Henshaw

2 ATA

Perry Baromedical

3 ATA

Higher pressure enables more clinical protocols. The Perry Baromedical Sigma Elite reaches 3 ATA, which supports FDA-approved treatment protocols.

PriceHenshaw XL Pro

Henshaw

£50,000 - £75,000 (~$60,000 - $90,000)

Perry Baromedical

$80,000 - $130,000

A ~25% price difference. At this range, the decision likely comes down to features and certifications rather than cost alone.

FDA ClearancePerry Baromedical Sigma Elite

Henshaw

Not FDA Cleared

Perry Baromedical

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.

Clinical CredibilityPerry Baromedical Sigma Elite

Henshaw

5/10

Perry Baromedical

9/10

This score reflects published studies, certifications, and clinical adoption. Higher scores indicate stronger evidence backing the manufacturer's claims.

WarrantyHenshaw XL Pro

Henshaw

3 years

Perry Baromedical

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 XL Pro

Premium clinics, larger patients, comfort-focused medical facilities

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Best for

Perry Baromedical Sigma Elite

Modern hospitals, EMR-integrated facilities, flagship clinical programs

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Full Specification Comparison

SpecificationHenshaw XL ProPerry Baromedical Sigma Elite
Chamber TypeHard-Shell MonoplaceHard-Shell Monoplace
Performance TierClinical GradeClinical Grade
Max Pressure2 ATA3 ATA
Oxygen Deliveryambient-air100%-medical-grade
O₂ Concentration21% (ambient); optional O2 concentrator available100% via BIBS with Duke hoods
Capacity1-person1-person
Weight2,200 lbs
Interior DimensionsExtra-large single-person hard-shellPremium monoplace
Portabilitystationaryfixed-installation
FDA ClearedNoYes (#Multiple 510(k)s)
CE MarkedYesYes
Made InUnited KingdomUnited States
Price£50,000 - £75,000 (~$60,000 - $90,000)$80,000 - $130,000
Warranty3 years1 year
Clinical Score5/109/10
Brand Established20081956
Climate ControlYesYes
Communication SystemYesYes
Emergency FeaturesEmergency depressurization, safety interlocks, fire suppression considerationsEmergency depressurization, fire suppression, touch-screen controls, EMR integration

Henshaw XL Pro — Standout Features

Extra-large hard-shellmaximum comfort2.0 ATApremium buildUK made

Perry Baromedical Sigma Elite — Standout Features

Touch-screen controlsEMR integrationelectronic operationpremium flagship

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