Are you considering buying an infrared cabin for your home but just don't know which product to choose?
Many prospective buyers face this dilemma. With a multitude of manufacturers, it's even harder for consumers to decide on a brand and a product.
And that's why we've made it our mission to thoroughly test the most well-known manufacturers.
In doing so, we compare equivalent infrared cabins from other providers with one from the Clearlight range. We want to show you what matters when buying an infrared cabin and which one is the best infrared sauna.
Clearlight or Armstark? The most important facts at a glance
We aim for the most accurate and fair comparison of infrared cabins possible, which is why, in Armstark's case, we chose the IF120 model for 2 people.
The Clearlight product is the Sanctuary Full Spectrum Infrared Cabin for 2 people.
In the following table, you will find the most important facts about both products at a glance.
| Armstark IF120 2 Persons | Clearlight Sanctuary 2 Persons | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 121 x 116 x 202 cm | 132 x 122 x 196 cm |
| Heaters | 5x Magnesium W-heaters | 7x Carbon-ceramic heaters (Infrared-C and Infrared-B range) & 2x 500W full-spectrum infrared heaters (Equal proportion of Infrared-C, Infrared-B and Infrared-A) |
| 360° Infrared Heat Supply | Back heaters and lumbar heaters, as well as underfloor heating and foot heaters, however, tube heaters have a smaller irradiation area. | Full 360° heat supply, including side walls, floor, calf and leg area, as well as complete 360° heat supply above the bench. The combination of panel and full-spectrum heaters also provides ideal heat supply. |
| Reduced EMF and ELF radiation | No information from the manufacturer. | Optimized for EMF and ELF. |
| Power | 230 Volts, 1,645 Watts | 230 Volts, 2,250 Watts |
| Wood | Canadian cedar inside, hemlock fir outside, FSC certified | Canadian cedar, FSC certified |
| Door | Glass | Glass |
| Warranty | 2 years statutory warranty for defects | Lifetime |
| Price point | Model dependent | Model dependent |
All about Armstark
The Armstark company was originally known for distributing whirlpools. In the meantime, however, the product range has been expanded to include saunas and infrared cabins.
The latter include 4 product series:
- Infinity
- Armstark
- Health Mate
- Easy Sun
The infrared cabins are available in various sizes, for 1-2 people, 3-4 people, and the largest models offer space for up to 6 people. There are also various corner models.
Armstark prides itself on the fact that its products are very quick and easy to assemble and usually do not require professional help.
For the comparison, we took a closer look at the Armstark IF120 infrared cabin from the Infinity series.
This model consists of Canadian cedar wood on the inside and robust hemlock wood on the outside. If required, the model is also available with white-coated panels with a wood structure on the outside.
The Armstark heat cabin comes with magnesium W-emitters, an ergonomic backrest, underfloor heating, and ceiling ventilation.
In addition, a digital touch display and a music system with radio, USB, Bluetooth, and AUX are integrated into the Armstark infrared sauna.
Optional accessories from Armstark
To enhance your Armstark infrared cabin, the manufacturer offers a range of accessories.
Armstark's online shop is very clearly laid out in this regard, so you can find all extras quickly and easily. For example, there are:
- Starry sky
The small twinkling lights create a romantic atmosphere in the infrared sauna for your home.
- LED color light
With this, you can experience the power of colors in the form of color light therapy in your heat cabin.
- Salt nebulizer
In addition to the pleasant infrared heat, the soothing sea climate can also be simulated in the infrared cabin.
- Sauna flower
A few drops of your favorite essential oils and a pleasant scent will spread through the infrared sauna.
- Mobile ergonomic backrest
Do something for your posture and your back while saunaing with an ergonomic backrest.
The cost of an Armstark infrared cabin
Unfortunately, there is little information on the Armstark website about the technology or warranty of their infrared cabins.
As for the warranty, Armstark adheres to the statutory warranty for defects. This states that sellers are liable for defects in sold products that were already present at the time of sale. In Germany, this is generally two years from the date of delivery of the goods.
But now to the costs. Armstark's prices for infrared cabins are in the mid-range. A heat cabin for 2 people costs around €4,000. Larger models cost correspondingly more, ranging from approximately €7,000 to just under €12,000.
These are the infrared cabins from Clearlight
Clearlight is a renowned provider of high-end infrared cabins and stands for the highest comfort and quality with its products.
Unlike Armstark, you will only find infrared cabins in the range, which consists of 3 main categories:
- Sanctuary Infrared Cabins
- Premier Infrared Cabins
- Essential Infrared Cabins
In addition, there are special models such as the outdoor infrared cabin. With its robust Cedartec® outer walls, this is designed to withstand any weather.
Clearlight's infrared cabins are available in various sizes and offer space for 1-4 people.
Only the Clearlight Dome, the portable sauna, is designed for one person. However, this elegant product fits into any home and can be easily assembled and disassembled.
For individual wishes, Clearlight also offers a DIY kit with which you can build or adapt your infrared cabin yourself.
In this way, all your requirements can be optimally taken into account, and you still receive active support from the provider.
All models, apart from the portable infrared sauna, feature a built-in stereo sound system, USB and AUX ports, as well as Bluetooth and app functionality with remote activation.
To expand your Clearlight infrared sauna into a 360° health system, we also offer a range of accessories:
- Vibration Resonance Therapy
- Color Light Therapy
- Red light tower for red light therapy
- HaloOne® Salt Inhalation
- Additional full spectrum heater
- Ergonomic backrest
Clearlight's innovative technology
Clearlight experts are constantly striving to bring even better technology to the market to provide you with an even more intense, health-promoting wellness experience.
For this reason, all Clearlight products feature the innovative True Wave™ technology.
What's special about it is that it combines the efficiency of carbon emitters and the power of ceramic emitters in a hybrid infrared emitter. This uses micro-thin carbon fibers and a patented micro-fine ceramic mixture.
The infrared emitters are also arranged in such a way that you can absorb the infrared from all sides of your body and still have maximum legroom in your infrared cabin.
This way you can enjoy the highest possible thermal emissivity and performance in the form of a 360° heat supply. The hybrid emitters are available in 2 different versions:
- True Wave™ far infrared emitters, which are the central heating elements in all infrared cabins.
- True Wave™ full spectrum emitters, used in all Sanctuary™ models for additional therapeutic benefits.
In addition, Clearlight has succeeded in guaranteeing an experience in the infrared sauna that is as free as possible from electrosmog.
The colloquial term electrosmog refers to electromagnetic frequencies (EMF) and extremely low frequencies (ELF). These are generated when any electrical device is used, including infrared heaters.
They have been extensively researched, and it has been demonstrably proven that they can have a negative impact on human health.
However, with a Clearlight infrared cabin, you don't have to worry about this. Clearlight's True Wave™ far infrared and full spectrum infrared emitters have by far the lowest EMF and ELF values on the market.
The values are practically zero, which no other provider has achieved to this extent with infrared cabins. You can thus enjoy your wellness experience completely worry-free.
This is how much a Clearlight infrared cabin costs
As one of the leading manufacturers of high-end infrared cabins, Clearlight offers a luxurious product range with a corresponding price-performance ratio.
The cost of a Clearlight infrared cabin for 2 people is between approximately €4,000 and €9,000 and varies depending on size, model, and features.
All Clearlight heat cabins come with a lifetime warranty for private use. This means that even after decades of use, no additional costs will await you for any repairs.
Thus, the initial price is comparable to the prices of Armstark infrared cabins, but with Clearlight, you have complete security and are buying the highest quality. A Clearlight heat cabin is a one-time investment.
Clearlight relies on certified materials and unique heater technology with extremely low EMF and ELF values.
In addition, the materials used are strictly tested, high-quality, and certified resources.
If you decide to buy a Clearlight infrared cabin, you will enjoy it for a lifetime.
For more information on costs and advice on infrared cabins, Clearlight's expert team is happy to assist you.
And the best infrared cabin in Germany is...
As you may have noticed, there are numerous differences between Armstark and Clearlight products.
Both Armstark heat cabins and Clearlight infrared saunas excel in elegance and design, but there are differences, particularly in terms of heater technology, warranty performance, and low EMF exposure. Therefore, before making a purchase decision, you should consult customer service and thoroughly clarify any questions regarding these topics.
Undoubtedly, Clearlight products are among the best infrared cabins on the market.
However, the final decision is always yours. Should you decide to buy an infrared sauna, you now know what to look for.
We hope that this article has helped you with your decision and that, based on the information and your wishes, concerns, and budget, you can make a well-considered decision for your personal wellness experience.






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