Infrared Sauna vs Conventional Sauna

Far infrared sauna	Conventional Heater
Simply plugs into a 13amp 220v mains socket	Needs to be wired up with 180 degree heat resistant. cabling for the lights and stove
Heated to a range of 60 degrees celsius. Leaving the air comfortable to breathe.	Heated to a range of 180° to 235°F. The air can become uncomfortable to breathe.
Warm up period of 10 to 15 minutes. Means a far infrared sauna can be used whenever you like and the cost of heating up is much less than a conventional sauna.	Warm up period of between 30 and 90 minutes. Means that you have to plan when to use the sauna. Costly initial warm-up
Approx 20% of the far infrared energy heats the air the remainder heats the person. Means a much lower running cost than a conventional sauna.	Heats the air first and the air heats the person. So not as effective at heating the person. Higher running cost than the far infrared sauna.
You produce 2-3 times the volume of sweat of a conventional sauna. Means better detoxification as more toxins can be driven out through the extra volume.	½ to 1/3 volume of sweat of a far infrared sauna.
No water is needed to create steam or to cool you down. So Less likelihood of mould growing in your house due to the sauna humidity.	Steam and water vapour in the air bring increased risk of mould growth. Mould creates its own toxins.
Heat goes deeper which gives a beneficial cardiovascular workout as well as providing detoxification.	Heat is on the surface of the skin – no cardiovascular workout