Chamber Comparison
Macy-Pan ST801vsSummit to Sea The Dive
Macy-Pan
ST801
1.5
ATA
$9K
Starting
1yr
Warranty
Summit to Sea
The Dive
1.3
ATA
$8K
Starting
2yr
Warranty
The Bottom Line
The Macy-Pan ST801 wins on max pressure and weight, while the Summit to Sea The Dive takes the edge in price, fda clearance, and warranty. If price matters most, the Summit to Sea The Dive is the better choice.
Key Differences
Macy-Pan
1.5 ATA
Summit to Sea
1.3 ATA
Higher pressure enables more clinical protocols. The Macy-Pan ST801 reaches 1.5 ATA, which covers most wellness applications.
Macy-Pan
$8,995
Summit to Sea
$8,000 - $12,000
A ~11% price difference. At this range, the decision likely comes down to features and certifications rather than cost alone.
Macy-Pan
Not FDA Cleared
Summit to Sea
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
1 year
Summit to Sea
2 years
A longer warranty reduces long-term ownership risk, especially important for chambers in the $10K+ range.
Macy-Pan
33 lbs
Summit to Sea
121 lbs
Weight matters for portability and installation. Lighter chambers are easier to move between rooms or take to a second location.
Who Should Buy Which?
Best for
Macy-Pan ST801
Home use, parent-child sessions, international buyers, best value
View full details →Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | Macy-Pan ST801 | Summit to Sea The Dive |
|---|---|---|
| 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); optional concentrator |
| Capacity | 1-2 person | 1-person |
| Weight | 33 lbs★ | 121 lbs |
| Interior Dimensions | 1-2 person lying | 33in diameter |
| Portability | portable | portable |
| FDA Cleared | No | Yes (#K072757)★ |
| CE Marked | Yes★ | No |
| Made In | China | United States |
| Price | $8,995 | $8,000 - $12,000★ |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years★ |
| Clinical Score | 4/10 | 4/10 |
| Brand Established | 2007 | 2007 |
| Climate Control | No | No |
| Communication System | No | No |
| Emergency Features | Pressure relief valve, dual zipper system | Dual zipper safety system, pressure relief valve |
Macy-Pan ST801 — Standout Features
Summit to Sea The Dive — Standout Features
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