Chamber Comparison
Macy-Pan ST1700vsNewtowne C4-27
Macy-Pan
ST1700
1.5
ATA
$12K
Starting
1yr
Warranty
Newtowne
C4-27
1.3
ATA
$4K
Starting
2yr
Warranty
The Bottom Line
The Macy-Pan ST1700 wins on max pressure and weight, while the Newtowne C4-27 takes the edge in price, fda clearance, clinical credibility, and warranty. If price matters most, the Newtowne C4-27 is the better choice.
Key Differences
Macy-Pan
1.5 ATA
Newtowne
1.3 ATA
Higher pressure enables more clinical protocols. The Macy-Pan ST1700 reaches 1.5 ATA, which covers most wellness applications.
Macy-Pan
$11,600 - $14,000
Newtowne
$4,495 - $5,495
A significant price gap of ~61%. Consider whether the higher-priced unit's additional features justify the investment for your use case.
Macy-Pan
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.
Macy-Pan
4/10
Newtowne
5/10
This score reflects published studies, certifications, and clinical adoption. Higher scores indicate stronger evidence backing the manufacturer's claims.
Macy-Pan
1 year
Newtowne
2 years
A longer warranty reduces long-term ownership risk, especially important for chambers in the $10K+ range.
Who Should Buy Which?
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | Macy-Pan ST1700 | Newtowne C4-27 |
|---|---|---|
| Chamber Type | Soft-Shell | Soft-Shell |
| Performance Tier | Entry Wellness | Entry Wellness |
| Max Pressure | 1.5 ATA★ | 1.3 ATA |
| Oxygen Delivery | ambient-air | ambient-air |
| O₂ Concentration | 21% (ambient); optional concentrator | 21% (ambient) |
| Capacity | 1-person | 1-person |
| Weight | 37.5 lbs★ | 75 lbs |
| Interior Dimensions | Sitting/vertical design | 27in diameter x 80in length |
| Portability | semi-portable | portable |
| FDA Cleared | No | Yes (#K051759)★ |
| CE Marked | Yes★ | No |
| Made In | China | United States |
| Price | $11,600 - $14,000 | $4,495 - $5,495★ |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years★ |
| Clinical Score | 4/10 | 5/10★ |
| Brand Established | 2007 | 2001 |
| Climate Control | No | No |
| Communication System | No | No |
| Emergency Features | Pressure relief valve, dual zipper system | Dual zipper safety, pressure relief valve, interior/exterior controls |
Macy-Pan ST1700 — Standout Features
Newtowne C4-27 — Standout Features
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