| Unit |
HEALTH MATE |
Others |
| Wood |
Top quality non-toxic center cut Cedar throughout;
Cedar will not split or crack with continued use;
No veneer; only top quality Cedar that lasts much longer
and will not rot with moisture;
Lifetime warranty on wood, workmanship, electronics, heaters |
Less expensive woods: poplar, spruce, etc.
Poplar, spruce and pine will crack and split; poplar will rot when wet
Plywood in some saunas
Warranties questionable from start-up companies |
| Healing Properties of Cedar Wood |
Cedar has been used for thousands of years for healing, detoxification, removal of excess fluids, stress relief, etc. |
Woods like poplar actually absorb bacteria and do not aid in detoxification like Cedar |
| Assembly |
Easy to assemble and has quick electrical disconnects; Health Mate innovation of snap-together panels provide a unit that is both portable and durable |
Some have copied Health Mate's design but no other company can match the quality; some have assembly that takes hours |
| Maintenance |
The Health Mate requires no maintenance; Cedar is resistant to mold, mildew, fungus and insects; Needs no chemicals for cleaning |
Wood such as Poplar absorb odor-causing bacteria; these saunas need to be cleaned with harsh chemicals between uses |
| Audio System |
Highest quality CD player & am/fm radio |
Some have no sound system or speakers only |
| Control Panel |
Large, user friendly LCD Control Panel inside and out; Controls time, temperature and light from inside; Reserve button to pre-set sauna |
Small control panel not user friendly;
Most with controls on the outside only;
No reserve (pre-set) button |
| Outdoor Use with Cover |
Durable Cedar allows for outdoor use with
Weather resistant cover |
Not designed for outdoor use-cheaper woods like poplar will rot
Covers not durable if available |
| Windows |
Non-allergenic Tempered Glass |
Inexpensive Thin Glass or Lexan |
| Added Options |
State-of-the-Art Television; Fiber Optic Lights Inside |
None |