Which home sauna is right for you depends less on the brand and more on three questions: can you add a 240V circuit, does it go inside or out, and do you want hot steamy air or gentler infrared heat.
For classic hot sauna with the heater included, the Almost Heaven Hillsboro 2 (from $5,299), if you can add a 240V circuit. For no rewiring at all, an infrared cabin like the JNH Lifestyles Tosi 2 (cedar) that plugs into a normal outlet. Our picks for each situation are below.
We haven't sat in these saunas. Picks are based on published specs, what's included in the price, warranty length and what it takes to install. If a brand says something we couldn't confirm, we say so.
From $5,299
6 kW Harvia heater included
A 6 kW Harvia heater is in the price, the warranty on the sauna is limited lifetime, and it reaches 185°F. Budget an electrician: it needs a hardwired 240V / 30A circuit.
Check price at Almost Heaven ↗Dealer price (not published)
The only traditional sauna we found that plugs into a regular 120V outlet (1.7 kW heater). Smaller heater, so expect a slower warm-up. Sold through dealers, so you'll need a quote.
Ask for a price at Finnleo ↗$2,599 on sale (list $5,199)
Runs on a standard 120V / 15A outlet, so most homes need no electrical work. Only 2 years of warranty are included; longer cover costs extra.
Check price at JNH Lifestyles ↗$5,799 on sale (list $6,399)
Clearlight's lifetime residential warranty is the longest we found on infrared, and this 2-person cabin runs on a standard outlet.
Check price at Clearlight ↗$999 (site shows "compare at" $2,199)
A one-person infrared cabin on a standard outlet for $999 when we checked. Only a 1-year warranty, and the "was" price on the page looks inflated.
Check price at JNH Lifestyles ↗From $5,184
6 kW Harvia heater included
A cedar barrel for 2–4 people from $5,184 with a 6 kW heater and a limited lifetime warranty. Add a 240V circuit and a level pad.
Check price at Almost Heaven ↗Buttons go to the seller's own page. We don't earn from them yet.
This decides more than any spec sheet. Here's what each sauna needs, from easiest to hardest:
JNH Lifestyles Tosi 2 (cedar), Dynamic Barcelona, SaunaSpace FireLight (Classic), Finnleo Hallmark HM44, Clearlight Sanctuary 1, Clearlight Premier IS-2, JNH Lifestyles Joyous 1, Peak Saunas Shasta, Health Mate Enrich 2.
Two straight slots. Most homes can run these without new wiring.
Sunlighten mPulse Believe, Sunlighten Amplify II, Clearlight Sanctuary 2, Sun Home Solstice 2, Peak Saunas Everest 2, Maxxus Trinity 3 (dual tech), Maxxus 4-person hemlock (MX-K406), Health Mate Inspire 3, Sun Home Solstice 1.
One slot is T-shaped (NEMA 5-20). A normal 15A outlet won't take the plug; you may need an electrician to add one.
Almost Heaven Hillsboro 2, Sunray Galaxie 400LX, Almost Heaven Watoga barrel, Redwood Outdoors Barrel, 6 person, Redwood Outdoors Cabin, 4 person, Peak Saunas Patagonia 2 (outdoor), Clearlight Sanctuary C (4-person corner), Peak Saunas Matterhorn, Sun Home Solstice 4, Almost Heaven Salem barrel, Almost Heaven Pinnacle barrel, Almost Heaven Blackwater mini-cube, Almost Heaven Allegheny cabin, Redwood Outdoors Duo, Redwood Outdoors Summit, Dundalk Tranquility barrel, SaunaLife G2 garden cabin, Sun Home Luminar 2 (outdoor), Peak Saunas El Capitan 4 (outdoor), Almost Heaven Logan 1, Almost Heaven Madison 2–3, Almost Heaven Sanctum 6 (Costco), Sunray Aston 200TN, Sunray 200SN 2-person, Sunray Tiburon 400SN, Aleko Hemlock 4-person (STHE4BLK), Golden Designs Osla 6, Golden Designs Forssa 3–4.
Hardwired, no plug. Plan on $250–$900 for the circuit (HomeGuide). Manufacturers list 30A for a 6 kW heater, 40A for 8 kW.
The price you'd pay today (the sale price where there was one), plus the work it needs, plus a year of electricity at three sessions a week.
| Sauna | Price seen | Year one, all in | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| JNH Lifestyles Tosi 2 (cedar) Infrared, indoor | $2,599 on sale (list $5,199) | $2,631.72 electricity ~$32.72/yr | Standard 120V outlet |
| Dynamic Barcelona Infrared, indoor | $3,499 | $3,499 electricity not computable | Standard 120V outlet |
| Sun Home Solstice 2 Infrared, indoor | $5,599 on sale (list $6,199) | $5,916.62 – $6,441.62 dedicated 20A outlet + permit $275–$800; electricity ~$42.62/yr | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet |
| SaunaSpace FireLight (Classic) Infrared, indoor | From $4,415.75 on sale (list $5,195) | $4,437.00 electricity ~$21.25/yr | Standard 120V outlet |
| Peak Saunas Everest 2 Infrared, indoor | $7,950 (site shows "compare at" $13,532) | $8,268.56 – $8,793.56 dedicated 20A outlet + permit $275–$800; electricity ~$43.56/yr | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet |
| Almost Heaven Hillsboro 2 Traditional, indoor | From $5,299 6 kW Harvia heater included | $5,850.64 – $6,625.64 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Sunray Galaxie 400LX Traditional, indoor | $5,698 Retailer price (SaunaKits.com) | $6,249.64 – $7,024.64 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Dundalk Element Nook Traditional, indoor | $8,465.50 Retailer price (SaunaKits.com); heater not stated as included | $8,960.48 – $9,735.48 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; wiring not stated (costed as 240V); heater may not be included; electricity ~$169.98/yr | Not stated |
| Almost Heaven Watoga barrel Traditional, outdoor | From $5,184 6 kW Harvia heater included | $6,385.64 – $10,310.64 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Redwood Outdoors Barrel, 6 person Traditional, outdoor | $5,299 on sale (list $6,299) | $6,500.64 – $10,425.64 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Dundalk Elation barrel Traditional, outdoor | $6,975.50 Retailer price (SaunaKits.com); heater not stated as included | $8,233.80 – $12,158.80 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; wiring not stated (costed as 240V); heater may not be included; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$283.30/yr | Not stated |
| Redwood Outdoors Cabin, 4 person Traditional, outdoor | $6,299 on sale (list $7,299) | $7,500.64 – $11,425.64 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Peak Saunas Patagonia 2 (outdoor) Infrared, outdoor | $10,950 (site shows "compare at" $18,032) | $11,996.18 – $15,921.18 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$71.18/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Clearlight Sanctuary 1 Infrared, indoor | $6,899 on sale (list $7,499) | $6,935.97 electricity ~$36.97/yr | Standard 120V outlet |
| Clearlight Sanctuary C (4-person corner) Infrared, indoor | $9,099 on sale (list $9,899) | $9,494.75 – $10,269.75 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$70.75/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Clearlight Premier IS-2 Infrared, indoor | $5,799 on sale (list $6,399) | $5,835.55 electricity ~$36.55/yr | Standard 120V outlet |
| JNH Lifestyles Joyous 1 Infrared, indoor | $999 (site shows "compare at" $2,199) | $1,027.05 electricity ~$28.05/yr | Standard 120V outlet |
| Peak Saunas Shasta Infrared, indoor | $6,950 on sale (list $8,495) | $6,988.24 electricity ~$38.24/yr | Standard 120V outlet |
| Peak Saunas Matterhorn Infrared, indoor | $10,950 on sale (list $13,995) | $11,335.55 – $12,110.55 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$60.55/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Maxxus Trinity 3 (dual tech) Infrared, indoor | $3,099 on sale (list $4,999) | $3,374 – $3,899 dedicated 20A outlet + permit $275–$800; electricity not computable | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet |
| Maxxus 4-person hemlock (MX-K406) Infrared, indoor | $5,999 | $6,274 – $6,799 dedicated 20A outlet + permit $275–$800; electricity not computable | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet |
| Health Mate Enrich 2 Infrared, indoor | $5,300 | $5,337.82 electricity ~$37.82/yr | Standard 120V outlet |
| Health Mate Inspire 3 Infrared, indoor | $8,400 | $8,721.85 – $9,246.85 dedicated 20A outlet + permit $275–$800; electricity ~$46.85/yr | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet |
| Sun Home Solstice 1 Infrared, indoor | $4,999 on sale (list $5,599) | $5,274 – $5,799 dedicated 20A outlet + permit $275–$800; electricity not computable | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet |
| Sun Home Solstice 4 Infrared, indoor | $7,799 on sale (list $8,599) | $8,124 – $8,899 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity not computable | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Almost Heaven Salem barrel Traditional, outdoor | $4,485 | $5,686.64 – $9,611.64 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Almost Heaven Pinnacle barrel Traditional, outdoor | $5,302.50 on sale (list $7,575) | $6,504.14 – $10,429.14 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Almost Heaven Blackwater mini-cube Traditional, outdoor | $5,877.90 on sale (list $8,397) | $7,079.54 – $11,004.54 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Almost Heaven Essex barrel (wood-fired) Traditional, outdoor | $8,482.60 on sale (list $12,118) | $8,582.60 – $9,682.60 base $100–$1,200; electricity not computable | No wiring (wood-fired) |
| Almost Heaven Allegheny cabin Traditional, outdoor | $7,505.40 on sale (list $10,722) | $8,782.58 – $12,707.58 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$302.18/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Redwood Outdoors Duo Traditional, outdoor | $4,899 on sale (list $5,899) | $6,100.64 – $10,025.64 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Redwood Outdoors Summit Traditional, outdoor | $7,999 | $9,200.64 – $13,125.64 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Dundalk Tranquility barrel Traditional, outdoor | $6,376 on sale (list $6,995.99) Retailer price (Home and Heat); heater not stated as included | $7,577.64 – $11,502.64 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| SaunaLife G2 garden cabin Traditional, outdoor | $4,990 Retailer price (The Sauna Heater); heater not stated as included | $5,965 – $9,890 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity not computable | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Sun Home Luminar 2 (outdoor) Infrared, outdoor | $10,999 on sale (list $11,599) | $11,974 – $15,899 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity not computable | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Peak Saunas El Capitan 4 (outdoor) Infrared, outdoor | $16,750 (site shows "compare at" $25,831) | $17,837.61 – $21,762.61 240V circuit run to the yard + permit $875–$3,700; base $100–$1,200; electricity ~$112.61/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Almost Heaven Logan 1 Traditional, indoor | $4,172 | $4,723.64 – $5,498.64 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Almost Heaven Madison 2–3 Traditional, indoor | $4,515 on sale (list $6,450) | $5,066.64 – $5,841.64 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Almost Heaven Wolfpine 4–5 Traditional, indoor | $6,909.70 on sale (list $9,871) | $7,536.88 – $8,311.88 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; wiring not stated (costed as 240V); heater may not be included; electricity ~$302.18/yr | Not stated |
| Almost Heaven Sanctum 6 (Costco) Traditional, indoor | $6,499.99 Retailer price (Costco) | $7,051.63 – $7,826.63 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Sunray Aston 200TN Traditional, indoor | $3,796 on sale (list $5,185) | $4,290.98 – $5,065.98 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$169.98/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Sunray 200SN 2-person Traditional, indoor | $3,496 on sale (list $4,885) | $3,953.20 – $4,728.20 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$132.20/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Sunray Tiburon 400SN Traditional, indoor | $4,298 on sale (list $5,985) | $4,849.64 – $5,624.64 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$226.64/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Aleko Hemlock 4-person (STHE4BLK) Traditional, indoor | $4,699 on sale (list $4,999) | $5,193.98 – $5,968.98 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$169.98/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Golden Designs Osla 6 Traditional, indoor | $8,499 on sale (list $9,999) Retailer price (Select Fitness) | $9,126.18 – $9,901.18 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$302.18/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
| Golden Designs Forssa 3–4 Traditional, indoor | $6,999 Retailer price (Fitness Superstore) | $7,626.18 – $8,401.18 240V circuit + permit $325–$1,100; electricity ~$302.18/yr | 240V circuit, electrician |
Saunas without a public price aren't in this table. Electrical: 240V circuit $250–$900, dedicated 20A outlet $200–$600, running power out to the yard $800–$3,500 in all, plus a typical $75–$200 permit. Base: gravel at $1–$3 per sq ft up to a concrete slab at $6–$12 per sq ft for a 10×10 area. Work it out for your home. Electricity is an upper bound: rated heater watts × 1.33 h (traditional, incl. warm-up) or 0.75 h (infrared) × 18.16¢/kWh.
Seats, power, heater, warranty, running cost and size for every sauna we compared.
| Sauna | Price seen | Seats | Power | Heater | Warranty | Electricity | Outside size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunlighten mPulse Believe Infrared, indoor | Price on request | 2 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Full spectrum (far, mid and near infrared + red LED) | 7 yr cabinet and heaters; 3 yr controls; 1 yr glass and audio | up to $0.33 a session about $50.99 a year at 3 a week | 51.7" W × 47.6" D × 79" H |
| Sunlighten Amplify II Infrared, indoor | Price on request | 2 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Far infrared + 3 full-spectrum heaters | 7 yr cabinet and heaters; 3 yr controls; 1 yr glass and audio | up to $0.31 a session about $48.23 a year at 3 a week | 50.9" W × 45.9" D × 77.7" H |
| Clearlight Sanctuary 2 Infrared, indoor | Price on request (financing from $146/mo) | 2 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Full spectrum (2 full-spectrum + far infrared on walls, calves, floor) | "True Lifetime Warranty" (residential) | up to $0.31 a session about $48.02 a year at 3 a week | 51.75" W × 47.75" D × 77" H |
| JNH Lifestyles Tosi 2 (cedar) Infrared, indoor | $2,599 on sale (list $5,199) | 2 | Standard 120V outlet | Full spectrum (7 far/mid + 5 near infrared) | 2 yr included; 3 or 5 yr cost extra ($329 / $599) | up to $0.21 a session about $32.72 a year at 3 a week | 47.3" W × 39.5" D × 75" H |
| Dynamic Barcelona Infrared, indoor | $3,499 | 1 | Standard 120V outlet | Far infrared (6 carbon panels) | Not confirmed | Heater wattage not published | 39" W × 36" D × 73" H |
| Sun Home Solstice 2 Infrared, indoor | $5,599 on sale (list $6,199) | 2 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Far infrared only (9 wall heaters, no floor heater) | 7 yr in the spec block (banners also say "Limited Lifetime") | up to $0.27 a session about $42.62 a year at 3 a week | 50.9" W × 45.9" D × 77.7" H |
| SaunaSpace FireLight (Classic) Infrared, indoor | From $4,415.75 on sale (list $5,195) | 1 | Standard 120V outlet | Near infrared (4 incandescent bulbs) in a canvas enclosure | 5 years + 100-day trial | up to $0.14 a session about $21.25 a year at 3 a week | 52" entrance × 52" D × 63" H |
| Peak Saunas Everest 2 Infrared, indoor | $7,950 (site shows "compare at" $13,532) | 2 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Full spectrum (8 panels) + red-light panel | 7 years | up to $0.28 a session about $43.56 a year at 3 a week | 53" W × 44" D × 75" H |
| Almost Heaven Hillsboro 2 Traditional, indoor | From $5,299 6 kW Harvia heater included | 2 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia KIP 6 kW electric (included) | Limited lifetime on the sauna; heater 1 yr elements, 5 yr other parts | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 63" W × 45.25" D × 80.3" H |
| Finnleo Hallmark HM44 Traditional, indoor | Dealer price (not published) | 2 | Standard 120V outlet | Finnleo Piccolo Mini 1.7 kW electric (15A model; 20A model too) | 5 yr heater, cabinet and controls | up to $0.41 a session about $64.21 a year at 3 a week | 48" W × 48" D × 80" H |
| Sunray Galaxie 400LX Traditional, indoor | $5,698 Retailer price (SaunaKits.com) | 4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia 6 kW electric (included) | 10 yr structure; 1 yr parts and electronics | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 71" W × 55" D × 79" H |
| Dundalk Element Nook Traditional, indoor | $8,465.50 Retailer price (SaunaKits.com); heater not stated as included | 1–2 | Not stated | Recommended 4.5 kW electric (inclusion not stated) | 5 yr residential, parts only (no labor) | up to $1.09 a session about $169.98 a year at 3 a week | 54.75" W × 54.75" D × 88" H |
| Almost Heaven Watoga barrel Traditional, outdoor | From $5,184 6 kW Harvia heater included | 2–4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia 6 kW electric (included) | Limited lifetime on the sauna; heater 1 yr elements, 5 yr other parts | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 78" W × 59" D × 75.4" H |
| Redwood Outdoors Barrel, 6 person Traditional, outdoor | $5,299 on sale (list $6,299) | Up to 6 ("spacious for 4") | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia KIP 6 kW electric (included) | 1 yr on the sauna; heater 1 yr elements, 5 yr other parts | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 6' W × 5' 11" L × 6' 4.5" H |
| Dundalk Elation barrel Traditional, outdoor | $6,975.50 Retailer price (SaunaKits.com); heater not stated as included | 2–4 | Not stated | Recommended 7.5 kW electric or wood-burning (inclusion not stated) | 5 yr residential, parts only (no labor) | up to $1.82 a session about $283.30 a year at 3 a week | 96" W × 98" D × 93" H |
| Redwood Outdoors Cabin, 4 person Traditional, outdoor | $6,299 on sale (list $7,299) | 4 ("spacious for 3") | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia KIP 6 kW electric (included) | 1 yr on the sauna; heater 1 yr elements, 5 yr other parts | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 5' 7" W × 6' 6" L × 7' 8.5" H |
| Peak Saunas Patagonia 2 (outdoor) Infrared, outdoor | $10,950 (site shows "compare at" $18,032) | 2 | 240V circuit, electrician | Full spectrum infrared (8 panels) | 7 years | up to $0.46 a session about $71.18 a year at 3 a week | 52" W × 42" D × 83" H |
| Clearlight Sanctuary 1 Infrared, indoor | $6,899 on sale (list $7,499) | 1 | Standard 120V outlet | Full spectrum: two 500W True Wave full spectrum heaters (front wall) + True Wave far infrared (back, sides, calves, floor); panel count not stated | Lifetime warranty | up to $0.24 a session about $36.97 a year at 3 a week | 42.5 x 48.25 x 77 in |
| Clearlight Sanctuary C (4-person corner) Infrared, indoor | $9,099 on sale (list $9,899) | 4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Full spectrum: two 500W True Wave full spectrum heaters (front wall) + True Wave far infrared (back, sides, calves, floor); panel count not stated | True Lifetime Warranty (Residential) | up to $0.45 a session about $70.75 a year at 3 a week | Corner: back walls 71.25 in, side walls 38.25 in, front wall 47.5 in, height 77 in |
| Clearlight Premier IS-2 Infrared, indoor | $5,799 on sale (list $6,399) | 2 | Standard 120V outlet | Far infrared (True Wave carbon) on back, front, side walls, calves, floor; panel count not stated | Lifetime warranty | up to $0.23 a session about $36.55 a year at 3 a week | 50 x 44 x 76 in |
| JNH Lifestyles Joyous 1 Infrared, indoor | $999 (site shows "compare at" $2,199) | 1 | Standard 120V outlet | Far infrared, 6 carbon fiber heaters (1 back, 2 shoulder, 2 leg, 1 calf) | 1-Year Warranty (electrical components & heaters); 1-Year Limited Warranty on wood structure; extended warranty available | up to $0.18 a session about $28.05 a year at 3 a week | 35.5 x 35.5 x 75 in |
| Peak Saunas Shasta Infrared, indoor | $6,950 on sale (list $8,495) | 1 | Standard 120V outlet | Full spectrum: 7 panels, carbon far + halogen/quartz; XL red light panel | 7-year limited residential warranty; component terms and exclusions apply | up to $0.25 a session about $38.24 a year at 3 a week | 42 x 40 x 75 in |
| Peak Saunas Matterhorn Infrared, indoor | $10,950 on sale (list $13,995) | 3 | 240V circuit, electrician | Full spectrum: 8 panels, carbon far + halogen/quartz; two XL red light panels | 7-year limited residential warranty; first-year technician diagnosis included | up to $0.39 a session about $60.55 a year at 3 a week | 61 x 44 x 75 in |
| Maxxus Trinity 3 (dual tech) Infrared, indoor | $3,099 on sale (list $4,999) | 3 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Far infrared, 7 heaters (ceramic + carbon 'Dual Tech') | Golden Designs warranty as published by dealer West Coast Saunas: 5 years heating elements and electronics; 1 year wood structure (page also says '1 to 5 years'; Maxxus not named) | Heater wattage not published | 55 x 42 x 75 in |
| Maxxus 4-person hemlock (MX-K406) Infrared, indoor | $5,999 | 4 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Far infrared, 9 carbon panels | Golden Designs warranty as published by dealer West Coast Saunas: 5 years heating elements and electronics; 1 year wood structure (page also says '1 to 5 years'; Maxxus not named) | Heater wattage not published | 74 x 42 x 75 in (roof overhang adds 5.9 in depth) |
| Health Mate Enrich 2 Infrared, indoor | $5,300 | 2 | Standard 120V outlet | Full spectrum: Tecoloy Dual-Wave (wall, bench) + True Infra far infrared (floor, lower back) + near-infrared red light array; 8 heaters | 'Limited Lifetime Warranty' (listing); FAQ: '10-year warranty on wood' | up to $0.24 a session about $37.82 a year at 3 a week | 47.25 x 43.5 x 77 in |
| Health Mate Inspire 3 Infrared, indoor | $8,400 | 3 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Full spectrum: Tecoloy dual-wave (far + mid) on back wall, under bench, front wall + True Infra far infrared (lower back, floor) + near-infrared LED red light; 8 heaters | 'Limited Lifetime Warranty' (highlights); FAQ: '10-year warranty on wood' | up to $0.30 a session about $46.85 a year at 3 a week | 59.5 x 43.5 x 78 in |
| Sun Home Solstice 1 Infrared, indoor | $4,999 on sale (list $5,599) | 1 | Dedicated 120V / 20A outlet | Far infrared, 8 heaters (page also says 'eight to ten' by size) | 7-Year Warranty (site banner says 'Limited Lifetime Warranty' on most models) | Heater wattage not published | |
| Sun Home Solstice 4 Infrared, indoor | $7,799 on sale (list $8,599) | 4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Far infrared, 10 heaters (comparison card on page mislabels them 'Full-Spectrum') | 7-Year Warranty (site banner says 'Limited Lifetime Warranty' on most models) | Heater wattage not published | |
| Almost Heaven Salem barrel Traditional, outdoor | $4,485 | 2 | 240V circuit, electrician | Electric: Harvia KIP 6kW (included) | Almost Heaven Saunas come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects, while Harvia heaters include a 1-year warranty on heating elements and 5 years on other components. | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 78" W x 47" D x 75 3/8" H assembled; cradles 54" x 6" |
| Almost Heaven Pinnacle barrel Traditional, outdoor | $5,302.50 on sale (list $7,575) | 4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Electric: Harvia KIP 6kW (included) | Almost Heaven Saunas come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects, while Harvia heaters include a 1-year warranty on heating elements and 5 years on other components. | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 78" W x 71" D x 81 1/2" H assembled (6' x 6' barrel); cradles 54" x 6" |
| Almost Heaven Blackwater mini-cube Traditional, outdoor | $5,877.90 on sale (list $8,397) | 1–2 | 240V circuit, electrician | Electric: Harvia KIP 6kW (included) | Almost Heaven Saunas come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects, while Harvia heaters include a 1-year warranty on heating elements and 5 years on other components. | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | Assembled size not stated; cradles 48"; shipping size 90" x 45" x 45", 745 lb |
| Almost Heaven Essex barrel (wood-fired) Traditional, outdoor | $8,482.60 on sale (list $12,118) | 4 | No wiring (wood-fired) | Wood-burning: Harvia M3 heater kit (included in this price); 8kW KIP electric is the base option | Almost Heaven Saunas come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects, while Harvia heaters include a 1-year warranty on heating elements and 5 years on other components. | Heater wattage not published | 82 3/8" W x 71" D x 85 7/8" H assembled (7' x 6' barrel); cradles 57 7/8" x 6" |
| Almost Heaven Allegheny cabin Traditional, outdoor | $7,505.40 on sale (list $10,722) | 6 | 240V circuit, electrician | Electric: Harvia KIP 8kW (included); wood-burning Pro 20 option | Almost Heaven Saunas come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects, while Harvia heaters include a 1-year warranty on heating elements and 5 years on other components. | up to $1.94 a session about $302.18 a year at 3 a week | 86" W x 125" D x 92" H assembled (with front porch); interior 75" x 75" x 84" |
| Redwood Outdoors Duo Traditional, outdoor | $4,899 on sale (list $5,899) | 2 | 240V circuit, electrician | Electric: Harvia KIP 6kW (included) | Our saunas are backed by a 1-year limited warranty. Harvia heaters: 1-year on heating elements, 5-year limited on other components (residential). | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 4'2 3/4" W x 5'2 3/4" L x 6'10 3/4" H; 910 lb |
| Redwood Outdoors Summit Traditional, outdoor | $7,999 | 6 | 240V circuit, electrician | Electric: Harvia KIP 6kW (included) | Our saunas are backed by a 1-year limited warranty. Harvia heaters: 1-year on heating elements, 5-year limited on other components (residential). | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 6'10" W x 5'9 1/2" L x 6'10 3/4" H; 1,100 lb |
| Dundalk Tranquility barrel Traditional, outdoor | $6,376 on sale (list $6,995.99) Retailer price (Home and Heat); heater not stated as included | 2–6 | 240V circuit, electrician | Electric (Harvia KIP 6kW) or wood (Harvia M3, 56,000 BTU/h) - upgrade, not included | Canadian Timber Collection saunas are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship under normal/residential use for three (3) years ... parts-only; excludes wear, weather, maintenance | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 2m x 3m barrel with 45cm (17.7") porch; approx. 1,210 lb |
| SaunaLife G2 garden cabin Traditional, outdoor | $4,990 Retailer price (The Sauna Heater); heater not stated as included | 4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Electric heater sold separately | Links to 'G2 Cabin Sauna Warranty' PDF; no wording on page | Heater wattage not published | 82.5" W x 75.2" D x 86.4" H front / 79.9" H back |
| Sun Home Luminar 2 (outdoor) Infrared, outdoor | $10,999 on sale (list $11,599) | 2 | 240V circuit, electrician | Infrared: 6 full-spectrum + 3 far-infrared heaters | Limited Lifetime Warranty | Heater wattage not published | 57" wide (other dimensions in spec sheet only) |
| Peak Saunas El Capitan 4 (outdoor) Infrared, outdoor | $16,750 (site shows "compare at" $25,831) | 4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Infrared: 13 panels (carbon far-IR + halogen/quartz), full spectrum | 7-year limited warranty | up to $0.72 a session about $112.61 a year at 3 a week | 81" W x 55" D x 83" H; 695 lb |
| Almost Heaven Logan 1 Traditional, indoor | $4,172 | 1 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia KIP 6kW (included) | Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects; Harvia heaters 1-year on heating elements and 5 years on other components | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 53.25" W x 36" D x 77.625" H |
| Almost Heaven Madison 2–3 Traditional, indoor | $4,515 on sale (list $6,450) | 2–3 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia KIP 6kW (included) | Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects; Harvia heaters 1-year on heating elements and 5 years on other components | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 65" W x 53" D x 77.625" H |
| Almost Heaven Wolfpine 4–5 Traditional, indoor | $6,909.70 on sale (list $9,871) | 4–5 | Not stated | Harvia KIP 8kW (included) | Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects; Harvia heaters 1-year on heating elements and 5 years on other components | up to $1.94 a session about $302.18 a year at 3 a week | 81.875" W x 81.125" D x 79.5" H |
| Almost Heaven Sanctum 6 (Costco) Traditional, indoor | $6,499.99 Retailer price (Costco) | 6 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia 6.0kW with digital control (wifi) | Not stated | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 83.25" W x 63.75" D x 79.38" H |
| Sunray Aston 200TN Traditional, indoor | $3,796 on sale (list $5,185) | 1–2 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia 4.5kW (included) | 10-year structural, 1-year parts & electronics | up to $1.09 a session about $169.98 a year at 3 a week | 54" W x 36" D x 80" H |
| Sunray 200SN 2-person Traditional, indoor | $3,496 on sale (list $4,885) | 2 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia 3.5kW (included) | 10-year structural, 1-year parts & electronics | up to $0.85 a session about $132.20 a year at 3 a week | 59" W x 42" D x 75" H |
| Sunray Tiburon 400SN Traditional, indoor | $4,298 on sale (list $5,985) | 4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia 6.0kW (included) | 10-year structural, 1-year parts & electronics | up to $1.45 a session about $226.64 a year at 3 a week | 69" W x 63" D x 79" H |
| Aleko Hemlock 4-person (STHE4BLK) Traditional, indoor | $4,699 on sale (list $4,999) | 4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia KIP 4.5kW UL (included) | 1-Year Limited Warranty | up to $1.09 a session about $169.98 a year at 3 a week | 70.9" L x 51.2" W x 74.8" H (spec tab says 65" W) |
| Golden Designs Osla 6 Traditional, indoor | $8,499 on sale (list $9,999) Retailer price (Select Fitness) | 6 | 240V circuit, electrician | 8.0kW stove with built-in controls (brand not named on page) | 5 years on electronics and 1 year on the stove | up to $1.94 a session about $302.18 a year at 3 a week | 79" W x 72" D x 83" H |
| Golden Designs Forssa 3–4 Traditional, indoor | $6,999 Retailer price (Fitness Superstore) | 3–4 | 240V circuit, electrician | Harvia 8kW stove with built-in controls (included) | 5 years on heating elements and electronics; radio, stove and wood structure 1 year limited | up to $1.94 a session about $302.18 a year at 3 a week | 75" W x 48" D x 78" H |
Several brands show a crossed-out price far above what they actually charge. Peak Saunas lists its Everest 2 at $7,950 against a "compare at" price of $13,532. JNH was selling the Tosi 2 at $2,599, half its $5,199 list price, as an "early Black Friday" deal. Compare the price you'd actually pay, not the discount.
Warranties range from 1 year (Redwood Outdoors, on the sauna itself) to lifetime (Clearlight; Almost Heaven's is a limited lifetime on manufacturing defects). Some listings contradict themselves: Sun Home's spec block says 7 years while its banners say "Limited Lifetime", and JNH's feature list says "up to 5 years" when 2 are included. Ask for the warranty in writing.
It depends on your wiring more than anything. If you can't add a 240V circuit, look at infrared saunas or the Finnleo Hallmark HM44, which plug into a 120V outlet. If you can, a traditional sauna with the heater included, like the Almost Heaven Hillsboro (from $5,299), gives you real high heat and steam.
Add three things to the sticker price: electrical work ($250–$900 for a 240V circuit, $200–$600 for a dedicated 20A outlet, more if power has to run out to the yard, plus a $75–$200 permit), a base if it goes outside ($100–$1,200), and electricity (roughly $20–$285 a year at three sessions a week). Our cost calculator adds it up for your home.
Most do. The 6 kW traditional heaters on most saunas here need a hardwired 240V circuit. Most 2-person infrared cabins need a dedicated 120V / 20A outlet. A few, like the JNH Tosi 2 and Dynamic Barcelona, run on a standard 15A outlet.
At 18.16¢ per kWh (US average), a 6 kW traditional heater costs up to about $1.45 a session including warm-up, and a 2 kW infrared cabin about $0.27. Those are upper bounds; heaters cycle off once hot.
Each opened on 2 November 2026. Prices change often, especially around sales.