Whether peritoneal dialysis is done with a dialysis machine or manually depends on the patient’s financial situation, daily schedule, and their own wishes. The difference between the two in terms of dialysis effectiveness is not significant, and there is no such thing as which one is better. But overall, the application of the dialysis machine for the patient’s dialysis adequacy and privacy is a little better. 1. Economic situation: Manual peritoneal dialysis is more economical. The price of the dialysis machine is very high, and the cost of daily use and the disposable tubing for the machine is high, so for patients with limited financial resources, manual peritoneal dialysis is recommended. 2. Daily schedule: Manual peritoneal dialysis should be performed 3 to 4 times a day, and each time the dialysis fluid should be retained in the abdominal cavity for about 4 hours. While the dialysis machine can concentrate the dialysis time in the evening when sleeping for continuous dialysis, which has less influence on the daytime life. For patients who work or go to school, it is recommended to use dialysis machine if the economic conditions allow. 3. Patient’s willingness: Some patients are psychologically unable to accept manual dialysis or dialysis machine dialysis, so they have to choose a method that is not rejected by the patient. When patients are undergoing peritoneal dialysis, they must carry out regular operation according to the requirements of specialists in order to avoid the occurrence of complications, and when any discomfort or signs of infection appear, they should go to the hospital immediately for consultation and timely treatment.