Allwaspa vs. Clearlight - The Ultimate Infrared Cabin Comparison

In addition to Clearlight, you are probably familiar with Allwaspa as a manufacturer and distributor of infrared cabins.

Both companies enjoy great popularity and offer a variety of different infrared cabins. If you are interested in buying an infrared cabin, naturally some questions arise:

• Which manufacturer is better?
• Which product best suits my preferences?
• Which is the better infrared cabin?
• Who guarantees me the better value for money?

We have made it our task to compare the various infrared cabins to answer these and similar questions for you. This will help you find the best infrared sauna for your home.

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The facts at a glance

To optimally compare the products of the two manufacturers, we have used 2 equivalent two-person heat cabins for the infrared cabin comparison.

For Allwaspa, we are looking at the AL 130 model for 2 people, and for Clearlight, we are taking a closer look at the Sanctuary full-spectrum infrared cabin for 2 people.

Below you will find a table of the most important (technical) facts for both models, to give you a quick overview.

In terms of materials used, the infrared cabins are similar in that Canadian cedar wood is used.

Both cabins come with a glass door, with Allwaspa opting for a more classic design of wood and glass, while Clearlight's Sanctuary model features a glass front and half-glass roof, resulting in an open and modern design.

If the classic model is more appealing, the Clearlight Premier infrared cabin can also be considered. Clearlight's product portfolio includes a mix of classic and modern designs to offer its customers a wide range of options.

There are clear differences in the heaters:
Allwaspa uses ceramic infrared heaters, which fall into the category of "tube heaters." These heaters have a smaller surface area and therefore a very high surface temperature. Due to the small surface area, they are embedded in a type of tube, which provides a very localized intense infrared heat supply that only reaches partial areas.

If you are sitting directly in front of the heater, good heat supply is guaranteed, but if you are not sitting directly in front of it, good heat supply is not guaranteed because the radiation angle of the heater is severely limited due to the tube. This is quite visible in the pictures of the sauna. There is a gap between one heater and the next. This area has less infrared heat supply due to the specific radiation angle of the infrared heater.

Regarding heater technology, Allwaspa relies on ceramic heaters with infrared-B and infrared-C.

Clearlight uses the 9th generation of patented blend of carbon-ceramic heaters that emit long-wave C-radiation. Additional full-spectrum heaters ideally cover the full infrared spectrum. Furthermore, the carbon-ceramic heaters ensure a full 360° heat supply, so users can be sure to be fully irradiated with the greatest possible freedom of movement.

The larger surface provides even and well-distributed infrared. Due to the infrared heater technology (surface heaters in combination with full-spectrum heaters), a full 360° heat supply is ensured.

Since ceramic heaters need to get very hot to emit radiation, the power consumption of the Allwaspa infrared cabin is about 26% higher than that of the Clearlight infrared cabin.

There are also some differences regarding "electrosmog." Allwaspa states that low-electrosmog infrared heaters are used. Clearlight also uses low-electrosmog infrared heaters but has looked into the topic in greater depth:

In addition to the possibility of saunas completely free of common electrosmog (electromagnetic fields), Clearlight has also designed the sauna in such a way that other types of electrosmog, which can additionally burden the body, are also reduced. This primarily concerns electric fields (ELF).

Clearlight has distinguished itself from other low-electrosmog saunas here with a full focus on design and health through various techniques.

If you want to learn more about this topic, you can find more information here:
https://www.clearlightinfrarotkabinen.de/wissenswertes/elektrosmog

The further the electronics are from the human body, the lower the impact of electrosmog. Clearlight has placed the electronics, especially the central control unit, in the shielded roof, where all currents converge. On the inside of the roof, as well as everywhere in the cabin, further technical refinements have been incorporated to achieve the world's lowest exposure to electrosmog (electromagnetic and electric fields).

Infrared cabins from Allwaspa, on the other hand, have a control unit installed under the bench, as images on the website at least suggest (as of April 2023). So you are literally sitting on a central power consumer. Therefore, before making a purchase decision, you should contact customer service and clarify any
questions regarding radiation technology and EMF exposure.

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All about Allwaspa Infrared Cabins

Allwaspa is a Swiss infrared cabin manufacturer that acts as a general representative for the US manufacturer PLH in German-speaking countries. This manufacturer also produces HealthMate infrared cabins.

In addition to a website with a wealth of information about the company, Allwaspa also has an informative blog.

Besides classic heat cabins for 2 people, Allwaspa also offers corner cabins and other model sizes.

Technological Features & Infrared Heaters

Allwaspa uses dual-wave ceramic heaters. However, due to their high surface temperature, these primarily emit infrared-B and only a small proportion of the important infrared-C radiation.

All models are made from certified Canadian red cedar wood.

The manufacturer's online presence shows that there is a selection of accessories for the infrared cabins.

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How much an Allwaspa Infrared Cabin costs

While purchasing an Allwaspa infrared cabin does not provide the lifetime warranty that Clearlight offers, you can contact the manufacturer for warranty claims for up to 15 years.

Should you not be convinced by the 6-week trial period, you will pay approximately 510 CHF to return the cabin to Allwaspa.

All prices for Allwaspa are clearly listed on the website. The respective price can be found under each model of an Allwaspa infrared cabin.

For example, the AL 130 model used for comparison costs 6,700 CHF. However, this does not include delivery costs and German VAT. A 4-person infrared heat cabin costs approximately 11,900 CHF. Allwaspa delivers throughout Europe. The prices above include Swiss tax. For deliveries to Germany, German VAT and customs duties for import into Germany apply.

The Clearlight Models

Clearlight Saunas has made it its mission to guarantee a health-promoting wellness experience of the highest class.

The range from the manufacturer focuses on maximum comfort combined with the highest quality and luxurious design.

At Clearlight, you will find our Sanctuary models, which feature state-of-the-art full-spectrum heaters. The Sanctuary model series is manufactured in various designs. Thus, there is a wide selection from a 1-person cabin to a yoga variant.

The Premier infrared cabins and the Essential models offer a classic sauna experience and, depending on the model, accommodate 1 to 3 people.

Clearlight also offers special features such as an outdoor infrared cabin, which withstands any weather thanks to robust Cedartec® exterior walls.

But the Clearlight® Dome, as a mobile infrared sauna for smaller spaces, also offers all the advantages of the larger models at an affordable price.

The larger models are also excellent for yoga exercises in the sauna.

Except for the mobile infrared sauna, all models feature a built-in stereo sound system, USB and AUX ports, as well as Bluetooth and app functionality with remote activation.

To expand your infrared cabin into a 360° health system, Clearlight offers a range of accessories. For example:

• Color Light Therapy
• Vibration Resonance Therapy
• Additional Full-Spectrum Heater
• Ergonomic Backrest
• Red Light Tower for Red Light Therapy
• HaloOne® Salt Inhalation

Unique Technology

Clearlight also boasts unbeatable technology for high-quality, low-EMF infrared emitters.

We rely on a hybrid of carbon and ceramic emitters to combine the advantages of both types of emitters and ensure an even more intensive therapeutic effect.

Pure carbon emitters produce high-quality and long-wave infrared heat, but carbon emitters do not emit as large a quantity of infrared heat.

Pure ceramic emitters, on the other hand, emit a larger quantity of infrared heat, but mostly with shorter wavelengths in the IR-B range, meaning they are not very high quality.

Through the unique combination of the two techniques and materials, we achieve very high-quality and at the same time intensive infrared radiation, thus clearly distinguishing ourselves from other infrared cabins.

What does high-quality infrared radiation mean?

The emitted wavelengths of our heaters are specially adapted to the absorption capacity of our body. The human body emits and absorbs infrared radiation most easily in the range of 7-14μm. This is in the frequency range of water molecules. Since the human body consists of approx. 70% water, this commonality is explained. The ideal wavelength for the human body is 9.4μm in the far-infrared range (Type C).

The far-infrared heaters we use produce most wavelengths in the range of 9-10μm in the Type-C infrared spectrum. This achieves an ideal match with the absorption capacity of the human body (resonance frequency). The infrared radiation penetrates the body layers without being absorbed, and the water and tissue molecules are set into small vibrations.

Many other manufacturers, including Allwaspa, use heaters that emit most wavelengths in the 6μm range. This means that this radiation is not as effective.

The Clearlight True Wave™ technology stands for even higher infrared performance and thus offers the highest possible thermal emissivity and performance. Available are:

• True Wave™ Far Infrared Heaters
• True Wave™ Full Spectrum Heaters

Furthermore, the heaters in every Clearlight infrared cabin are positioned to ensure 360° heat supply and thus absolute freedom of movement. This means you not only enjoy greater legroom, but also the maximum effectiveness of the infrared.

The Sanctuary cabins can also be controlled via an app. This can be a significant convenience in everyday life. For example, you can switch on the cabins on your way home from work and enjoy the sauna immediately upon arrival. This function can be completely switched off if you wish to minimize electrosmog exposure.

The lowest EMF values

Clearlight focuses on low-electrosmog products. Electromagnetic frequencies (EMF) and extremely low frequencies (ELF) are well researched, which is why it is also clear that they can have negative effects on health.

That is why we have developed a technology that guarantees that Clearlight's True Wave™ far-infrared and full-spectrum infrared heaters have by far the lowest EMF and ELF values on the market.

The electromagnetic fields are completely eliminated, ensuring a carefree and relaxing experience in your Clearlight infrared cabin.

These are the Clearlight prices

Unlike Allwaspa, Clearlight offers a lifetime warranty on all products for private individuals. This is intended not only to give you more security when buying your Clearlight infrared cabin, but also to emphasize the high quality of the product.

The prices of Clearlight infrared cabins range between 3,000 EUR and 13,000 EUR. The warranty is already included in the prices.

For more detailed information on the costs of the individual models, it is recommended to contact Clearlight's expert team. This will not only provide you with more precise price information, but also general advice on infrared cabins.

The costs are therefore in a similar range when considering delivery and German VAT. For the same price, you get improved warranty service, high-quality heater technology, and improved values regarding electrosmog.

This is Germany's best infrared cabin

In direct comparison, the Allwaspa cabin performs well, which is pleasing. In our opinion, however, Allwaspa cabins are considerably more limited in effectiveness and features.

While Allwaspa offers good average products at similar prices, Clearlight primarily stands for a luxurious sauna experience with corresponding quality, warranty, and durability.

On these pages, we have looked at some models and, above all, product features to find the best infrared cabins in Germany.

The special thing about these models is that they combine innovative technology with modern design, robust materials, and health-promoting effects.

Concluding Thoughts

The philosophies of the two companies differ significantly. Both companies are generally considered to be in the premium segment of infrared cabins. For this price, a certain quality and technical features are provided.

Even though both providers rely on infrared radiation, there are significant differences in terms of the selected infrared radiation. Allwaspa relies on a small proportion of infrared-C radiation and a significant proportion of infrared-B radiation, and no proportion of infrared-A radiation.

Allwaspa's main reason for this is that infrared-A is dangerous and must be avoided at all costs. The cited sources are, from a scientific point of view, not very credible, but all infrared-A radiation is demonized, and there is indirectly a scaremongering about the topic. The topic is complex, partly because it is a very technical topic, and it requires clear differentiation.

To clarify this topic, we have therefore written a detailed article on it. You can find it here.

Infrared-A radiation is found in sunlight and is essential for human survival on Earth. Furthermore, there are well over 500 studies that show clear health benefits related to infrared-A, from mitochondrial strengthening to skin regeneration. Full-spectrum heaters with infrared-A components are also generally used worldwide in many medical and commercial applications.

As with everything in the world, the motto "The dose makes the poison" applies. In our opinion, the technology is absolutely unfairly demonized, which is also clearly confirmed by the latest research findings and other infrared cabin manufacturers, and it quickly leads to uncertainty among customers regarding this topic.
We personally don't like that, which is why we are actively educating about the topic here and eliminating uncertainty and confusion.

Ultimately, however, it is up to you. Your decision should always be made based on your personal ideas, your requirements, and your budget.

If you would like to know more about infrared cabins, we at Clearlight are happy to help with advice.

Feel free to book your free consultation here!

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