Chamber Comparison
Macy-Pan ST1700vsNewtowne The Shoe
Macy-Pan
ST1700
1.5
ATA
$12K
Starting
1yr
Warranty
Newtowne
The Shoe
1.3
ATA
$5K
Starting
2yr
Warranty
The Bottom Line
The Macy-Pan ST1700 wins on max pressure and weight, while the Newtowne The Shoe takes the edge in price, fda clearance, clinical credibility, and warranty. If price matters most, the Newtowne The Shoe 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
$5,495 - $6,995
A significant price gap of ~53%. 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?
Best for
Newtowne The Shoe
Small spaces, offices, apartments, seated therapy preference
View full details →Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | Macy-Pan ST1700 | Newtowne The Shoe |
|---|---|---|
| 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★ | 80 lbs |
| Interior Dimensions | Sitting/vertical design | 34in diameter x 60in length (seated design) |
| Portability | semi-portable | portable |
| FDA Cleared | No | Yes (#K051759)★ |
| CE Marked | Yes★ | No |
| Made In | China | United States |
| Price | $11,600 - $14,000 | $5,495 - $6,995★ |
| 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 The Shoe — Standout Features
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