Traditional or infrared: start with the heat.
Back to the buying guideWhat changes between them?
In a traditional sauna, the heater warms the stones and surrounding air. Water can be applied to sauna stones only as the heater manufacturer permits. In an infrared cabin, radiant panels provide the heat; those panels are not a surface for water.
Combination models include both heating systems. Check how the systems can be operated, which controls are included and whether their electrical requirements differ from a single-system cabin.
Compare complete models.
The category alone does not tell you whether a cabin fits your home. An infrared model may be intended only for indoor use; an outdoor traditional cabin still needs an appropriate base, weather detailing and access. Use the stated setting and installation manual for the selected model.
- Check seated capacity against the internal bench layout.
- Confirm the heater or panels, controls and any required accessories are included.
- Check voltage, circuit requirements, clearances and ventilation with your installer.
- Compare warranty terms and the cleaning instructions for the materials you choose.
Three starting points in the catalog.
Compare the SaunaLife CL4G outdoor traditional cabin, the Auroom Baia indoor traditional room and the Finnmark FD-2 infrared cabin. They illustrate different room types and heating systems; they are not equivalent packages. Compare each product's listed inclusions and manual before comparing the final quote.
If possible, try the kind of sauna you are considering. Heat preference is personal. We focus the specification on how you want to use the room, how many people it needs to fit and what your property can accommodate.
Sources & model references
Use the current manual for the exact model and configuration you order. A planning guide does not replace the manufacturer's installation instructions.