Philips SimplyGo Mini Portable Oxygen Concentrator

Philips Respironics SimplyGo Mini Portable Oxygen Concentrator

Small yet Powerful
The SimplyGo Mini is the ultimate portable solution for your oxygen therapy needs. Designed with convenience and functionality in mind, this compact and lightweight portable oxygen concentrator from Philips Respironics allows you to maintain an active lifestyle without compromising on your therapy. 

Featuring a sleek and modern design, the SimplyGo Mini is incredibly user-friendly. Its intuitive interface allows for effortless operation, making it suitable for individuals of all ages. With a clear LCD screen and easy-to-understand controls, adjusting the settings to meet your specific needs is a breeze.

Despite its small size, the SimplyGo Mini offers impressive performance. It is equipped with advanced technology that efficiently concentrates oxygen from the surrounding air, delivering high-quality, medical-grade oxygen directly to the user. The device offers pulse dose delivery, ensuring that oxygen is only delivered during inhalation, thereby conserving oxygen and extending battery life.

Speaking of battery life, the SimplyGo Mini comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that provides up to 4.5 hrs of usage time on standard and up to 9 hrs on extended (on setting 2 at 20 bpm). It also offers the option of using AC or DC power sources, giving you the flexibility to charge your device wherever you go, whether it's at home or on the road.

Note: 

All SimplyGo Mini Portable Oxygen Concentrators manufactured before 12/15/2021 are compatible only with the original AC adapter (part #1116818).
All SimplyGo Mini Portable Oxygen Concentrators manufactured after 12/15/2021 are compatible only with the new AC adapter (part#1141780).

Pulse Dose Flow Settings 1 to 5

Setting 1 = 11ml NPV with 220 ml/min maximum output
Setting 2 = 22ml NPV with 440 ml/min maximum output
Setting 3 = 33ml NPV with 660 ml/min maximum output
Setting 4 = 44ml NPV with 880 ml/min maximum output
Setting 5 = 50ml NPV with 1000 ml/min maximum output

Tips on Using the SimplyGo Mini Safely

• Start the vehicle before plugging the SimplyGo Mini DC charger to the cigarette lighter outlet.
• Remember to disconnect the SimplyGo Mini from the car DC outlet when the car is turned off.
• Always turn the SimplyGo Mini off before removing the battery and do not use the SimplyGo without a battery installed as doing so risks damaging the device.  
• To avoid the risk of fires and burns, do not use petroleum or oil-based lotion or ointment when on oxygen.  
• Do not use an extension cord. 
• Make sure to leave all outlets unobstructed to prevent the device from overheating.

Specifications:

• Oxygen Concentration At least 87% at all settings (Maximum of 96%)
• Outlet Pressure 20 psig
• Sound Levels 43 dBA typical at Setting 2
• 46 dBA typical at setting 5
• Altitude Up to 10,000 Feet
• 9.4 x 8.3 x 3.6 Inches with Standard Battery
• 10.2 x 8.3 x 2.6 Inches with Extended Battery
• Weight 5 Lbs with Standard Battery
• 6 Lbs with Extended Battery
• Interface Touch Screen LCD
• Input 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
• Output 19 VDC, 6.3 A max
• Consumption of 120 W while charging
• Input 12 - 16 VDC
• Output 19 +/- 5% VDC, 6.3 A
• Chemistry Lithium Ion 14.4 VDC (nominal)
• Options Standard & Extended (equal to two standards)
• Dimensions Standard = 7.9 x 3.6 x 1.0 Inches
• Extended = 7.9 x 3.6 x 1.9 Inches
• Weight (Standard Battery) = 1.1 Lbs
• Weight (Extended Battery) = 2.1 Lbs
• Run Time with Standard Battery = Up to 4.5 hours at a setting of 2 at 20 BPM
• Run Time with Extended Battery = Up to 9.0 hours at a setting of 2 at 20 BPM
• Filters = 

1. External: None Required
2. Internal: Bacterial filter designed to last the life of the concentrator

• FAA Approved

Battery Duration (setting 2, 20 BPM)

Note: Battery duration is affected by battery age, environmental operating condition of the battery and SimplyGo Mini concentrator.

Review By Pam Schmidt RRT, RCP
Registered Respiratory Therapist for RespShop

 SimplyGo or SimplyGo Mini? Respironics has two models of portable oxygen concentrators for my users, but which one do they pick? Let’s look at these two models and find the best one suited for you.

SimplyGo portable oxygen concentrator has two modes of oxygen delivery, continuous or pulse. When we talk about the method of delivery, your doctor will prescribe whether you can tolerate pulse dose flow vs. continuous flow. Pulse dose means oxygen on inhalation only. Continuous flow means you will receive a continuous stream of oxygen. The Philips Simply Go Mini only has the capability of delivering a pulse dose to its customer base. Therefore, the only drawback with the Mini is it doesn’t have a continuous flow option. So, if my users need constant flow, then the SimplyGo is the unit for them!

Let’s say you like to travel and plan to use the SimplyGo portable oxygen concentrator during the day and nighttime. If you are on 2 liters of flow or less, then you would want to look at purchasing this unit. Why you may ask because it can meet your oxygen needs for daytime and nighttime use. No need to look for a continuous flow concentrator when the SimplyGo can provide everything you need. Just be sure to always carry your prescription with you.

The SimplyGo is a little bigger than the SimplyGo Mini. The SimplyGo comes in roughly at 12x10x6, whereas the SimplyGo Mini is around 8x4x9. Weight always becomes an issue, and the SimplyGo weighs about 10 lbs vs. 5 lbs with the Mini. Battery life is very comparable with both units while charging is a little longer with the Simply Go Mini. The SimplyGo Mini will need about 4 hours to charge, whereas the SimplyGo is around 2-3 hours.

When we look at the noise level of both these portable oxygen concentrators, they come in at the same level. Most of my users like to travel with a concentrator that doesn’t put them in the spotlight. Phillips Respironics has done a great job with keeping the noise lower than most portable oxygen concentrators. Not only does sound seem to be an issue, but it looks also can prevent my users from taking their oxygen with them. Again, Phillips Respironics has held their portable oxygen concentrators to a very sleek, stylish, non-medical concentrator. Because of their design, my users are comfortable taking either of these portable oxygen concentrators with them.

So, with everything mentioned above, the only significant difference between these two portable oxygen concentrators is the ability of continuous flow or pulse dose flow. If your prescribing physician allows you to use pulse dose flow, then you want to look at the SimplyGo Mini; otherwise, it is the SimplyGo!