Chamber Comparison

Macy-Pan ST901vsSummit to Sea Shallow Dive

Macy-Pan

ST901

Entry Wellness

1.4

ATA

$10K

Starting

1yr

Warranty

Summit to Sea

Shallow Dive

Entry WellnessFDA Cleared

1.3

ATA

$8K

Starting

2yr

Warranty

The Bottom Line

The Macy-Pan ST901 wins on max pressure, while the Summit to Sea Shallow Dive takes the edge in price, fda clearance, and warranty. If price matters most, the Summit to Sea Shallow Dive is the better choice.

Key Differences

Max PressureMacy-Pan ST901

Macy-Pan

1.4 ATA

Summit to Sea

1.3 ATA

Higher pressure enables more clinical protocols. The Macy-Pan ST901 reaches 1.4 ATA, which covers most wellness applications.

PriceSummit to Sea Shallow Dive

Macy-Pan

$10,195

Summit to Sea

$5,000 - $8,000

A ~22% price difference. At this range, the decision likely comes down to features and certifications rather than cost alone.

FDA ClearanceSummit to Sea Shallow Dive

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.

WarrantySummit to Sea Shallow Dive

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.

Who Should Buy Which?

Best for

Macy-Pan ST901

Two-person sessions, families, clinics

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Best for

Summit to Sea Shallow Dive

Budget buyers, first-time users, compact spaces

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Full Specification Comparison

SpecificationMacy-Pan ST901Summit to Sea Shallow Dive
Chamber TypeSoft-ShellSoft-Shell
Performance TierEntry WellnessEntry Wellness
Max Pressure1.4 ATA1.3 ATA
Oxygen Deliveryambient-airambient-air
O₂ Concentration21% (ambient); optional concentrator21% (ambient); optional concentrator
Capacity2-person1-person
Weight39.7 lbs
Interior Dimensions2-person lying26in diameter
Portabilitysemi-portableportable
FDA ClearedNoYes (#K072757)
CE MarkedYesNo
Made InChinaUnited States
Price$10,195$5,000 - $8,000
Warranty1 year2 years
Clinical Score4/104/10
Brand Established20072007
Climate ControlNoNo
Communication SystemNoNo
Emergency FeaturesPressure relief valve, dual zipper systemDual zipper safety system

Macy-Pan ST901 — Standout Features

2-person capacityspacious interiorcompetitive pricing

Summit to Sea Shallow Dive — Standout Features

Most affordable Summit to Sea modelquiet operationcompact design

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