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Traditional vs infrared sauna
Should I Get an Infrared Sauna or a Traditional Sauna?
Maybe choose infrared if you specifically want a lower-temperature indoor sauna. But if the sauna is going outside, choose traditional.
For Australian backyards, pool areas and outdoor wellness spaces, traditional saunas are the stronger fit because they deliver real high heat, hot stones and a proper outdoor sauna experience.
Infrared saunas heat the body differently and usually run at lower temperatures. Traditional saunas heat the room, the air and the stones, which is why they feel like a true sauna and suit backyard use better.
When does infrared make sense?
An infrared sauna can make sense if it is indoors, protected from weather, and you prefer a lower-temperature session. Some people like infrared for apartments, spare rooms or indoor wellness spaces.
Why traditional is better outdoors.
- Real sauna heat: traditional saunas create the hot-room environment people expect.
- Outdoor fit: they pair naturally with pools, ice baths, outdoor showers and backyard recovery spaces.
- Better ritual: hot stones, high heat and preheating make the experience feel more premium.
- Australian backyard use: purpose-built outdoor traditional saunas are designed around weather, structure and outdoor placement.
What does Swell recommend?
For indoor use, infrared may suit some buyers. For outdoor use, Swell recommends a traditional outdoor sauna. If you are building a premium backyard wellness setup in Australia, start with Swell’s traditional sauna range.
Swell Black ECO 4
Swell’s strongest weatherproof outdoor sauna option, with a large overhanging roof and weatherproof UV-resistant bitumen shingles.
Swell White Retreat 4
A modern 4-person outdoor traditional sauna for premium homes, pool areas and design-led backyards.
Swell Cedar Cube 2
A compact 2-person outdoor traditional sauna for couples, smaller yards and private daily recovery routines.
Compare Swell saunas
Compare size, layout, backyard fit and use case before choosing your sauna.
Choose a Swell outdoor traditional sauna.
Swell Sport specialises in outdoor traditional saunas for Australian homes. Compare the range, choose the right size, and build a backyard sauna routine that lasts.
