Best 4-person saunas, plus 3- and 6-seat picks

Updated 30 Oct 202684 saunas comparedOrdered by our published method

Saunas for a family or a group start at three seats. We list 84: 27 three-seaters, 33 four-seaters and 24 that seat five or more. Bigger saunas need more power and more floor space, and 53 of these 84 are built for outdoor use.

$2,799 to $34,763Price range today
53 of 84Built for outdoor use
63 of 84Need a 240V or 30A circuit
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What size sauna do you need?

Maker seat counts assume people sitting upright, shoulder to shoulder. If two of you like to lie down, a four-seater is often the practical minimum. A useful check is footprint per seat: the saunas here range from about 5.0 to 19.9 square feet of exterior footprint per rated seat. Each card shows the full exterior size so you can measure against your space.

More seats usually means a bigger heater. Most traditional saunas here use a 6 or 8 kW stove on 240V, and our operating cost calculator shows what that means on your power bill.

Best 4-person saunas

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Finnmark · Infrared · outdoor barrel

FD-6 Infrared Barrel, Cedar

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
75 × 79 × 75 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
120V, 15A · 1,750 W

Main advantage: Strong heat for its type: up to 170°F

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $9,995 against a $4,290 median for infrared outdoor saunas

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor cabin

G2 4-Person Outdoor Kit

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
72 × 64 × 86 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $6,307 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Finnmark · Infrared · outdoor barrel

FD-7 Infrared Barrel

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
79 × 75 × 75 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
120V, 15A · 1,750 W

Main advantage: Strong heat for its type: up to 170°F

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $9,495 against a $4,290 median for infrared outdoor saunas

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor barrel

E7 Ergo 4-Person Barrel Kit

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
81 × 71 × 85 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 25A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.9 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Finnmark · Infrared · indoor cabinet

FD-3 Full Spectrum 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
71 × 45 × 78 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
240V, 15A · 3,150 W

Main advantage: Long warranty: 10 years on the cabin indoors (5 if used outdoors), lifetime on the heaters

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Finnmark · Hybrid · indoor cabinet

FD-5 Trinity XL 4-Person Hybrid

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
75 × 64 × 83 in
Heating
4.5 kW stove plus infrared panels
Power
240V, 18.8A · 4,500 W

Main advantage: Long warranty: 10 years on the cabin indoors, lifetime on the infrared heaters; Harvia stove under Harvia's warranty

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Infrared · outdoor cabin

Cayenne 4-Person Outdoor Infrared (400D3)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
79 × 52 × 87 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
240V, 30A · 2,400 W

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among infrared outdoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Cayman 400D7 Outdoor 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
72 × 69 × 85 in
Heating
Electric stove with stones (size not published)
Power
240V, 40A · watts not published

Main advantage: Roomy: about 8.6 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor barrel

MiniPOD 4-Person (CTC77MW)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
86 × 85 × 84 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 12.6 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor barrel

EE6G Glass-Front Barrel 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
91 × 63 × 95 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.9 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Serenity Barrel 4-Person (CTC2245W)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
86 × 94 × 86 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 14.2 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor cabin

CL5G Cube 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
81 × 63 × 83 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 8.8 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Elation Barrel 4-Person (CTC2424W)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
98 × 96 × 88 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 16.3 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin

Tiburon HL400SN Indoor 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
63 × 69 × 79 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among traditional and hybrid indoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Luna 4-Person (CTC22LU)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
86 × 85 × 86 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 12.7 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin

Charleston 400TN Indoor 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
71 × 63 × 80 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among traditional and hybrid indoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Golden Designs · Infrared · indoor cabinet

Reserve Edition 4-Person Full Spectrum with Salt Bars (GDI-8040-03)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
70 × 41 × 75 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
120V, 15A · watts not published

Main advantage: Plugs into a standard 120V household outlet

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Serenity MP Barrel 4-Person (CTC2245MP)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
86 × 94 × 86 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 14.2 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Harmony Barrel 4-Person (CTC22W)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
86 × 79 × 86 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 25A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 11.8 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet

Bergamo 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
70 × 42 × 75 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin

Galaxie HL400LX Indoor 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
71 × 55 × 79 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among traditional and hybrid indoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Aurora 300SH Barrel 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
72 × 61 × 76 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 7.6 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Denali 400D5 Outdoor 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
72 × 62 × 89 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 7.8 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Oasis 300SC Canopy Barrel 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
72 × 72 × 76 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.0 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Galley 400SH Barrel 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
72 × 72 × 76 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.0 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Infrared · indoor cabin

Bristol Bay 4-Person Corner Infrared (HL400KC)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
65 × 65 × 75 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · 2,100 W

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Needs its own 120V 20A circuit

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True North · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Schooner Barrel, 6 ft (4-Person)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
90 × 72 × 80 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 11.2 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty

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True North · Traditional · outdoor barrel

6 ft Barrel (4-Person)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
89 × 74 × 90 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 11.4 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty

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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet

4-Person Low EMF (MX-K406-01)

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
74 × 42 × 75 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · indoor cabin

Studio Indoor 4-Person

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
85 × 65 × 88 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 25A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.5 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor cabin

GL4 4-Person Outdoor Kit

Seats
4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
59 × 80 × 85 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 8.1 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Short warranty: Warranty length not stated on the listing

Best 3-person saunas

Three-seaters are a common step up for couples who want room to stretch out. In our catalog they include both infrared cabinets on 120V and traditional barrels on 240V.

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SunRay · Infrared · outdoor cabin

Grandby 3-Person Outdoor Infrared (300D3)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
69 × 47 × 87 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · 2,100 W

Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $3,990 against a $4,290 median for infrared outdoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs its own 120V 20A circuit

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor barrel

E6 Ergo 3-Person Barrel Kit

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
81 × 59 × 85 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 25A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $5,644 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Kohler · Traditional · outdoor cabin

C2 Outdoor Sauna Kit, Douglas Fir (3-Person)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
101 × 85 × 90 in
Heating
9 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 50A · 9,000 W

Main advantage: Strong heater for its size (9 kW)

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $33,657 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

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Kohler · Traditional · outdoor cabin

C2 Outdoor Sauna Kit, Weathered Grey Spruce (3-Person)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
101 × 85 × 90 in
Heating
9 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 50A · 9,000 W

Main advantage: Strong heater for its size (9 kW)

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $34,763 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin

Southport 300SN Indoor 3-Person

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
69 × 47 × 75 in
Heating
4.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 4,500 W

Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $3,698 against a $7,947 median for traditional and hybrid indoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Granby Cabin 3-Person (CTC66W)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
74 × 73 × 98 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 25A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 12.6 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Golden Designs · Traditional · indoor cabinet

Forssa 3-Person Traditional (Indoor)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
75 × 48 × 78 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 40A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Strong heat for its type: up to 190°F

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: 5-year electronics, 1-year stove (structure terms not stated)

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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet

Bellagio 3-Person

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
60 × 44 × 75 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among infrared indoor saunas

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin

Hampton 300TN Indoor 3-Person

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
70 × 47 × 80 in
Heating
4.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 4,500 W

Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $4,098 against a $7,947 median for traditional and hybrid indoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet

Lugano 3-Person Full Spectrum

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
60 × 45 × 75 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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Golden Designs · Hybrid · outdoor cabin

Carinthia 3-Person Outdoor Hybrid

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
63 × 57 × 97 in
Heating
6 kW stove plus infrared panels
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Strong heat for its type: up to 190°F

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: 5-year electronics, 1-year stove (structure terms not stated)

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Golden Designs · Hybrid · indoor cabinet

Soria 3-Person Hybrid (Indoor)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
65 × 57 × 75 in
Heating
6 kW stove plus infrared panels
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 8.6 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Golden Designs · Infrared · indoor cabinet

Reserve Edition 3-Person Corner Full Spectrum with Salt Bars (GDI-8035-03)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
54 × 54 × 75 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Waverly 300D2 Outdoor 3-Person

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
61 × 51 × 98 in
Heating
4.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 4,500 W

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Freeport 300D1 Outdoor 3-Person

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
61 × 51 × 98 in
Heating
4.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 4,500 W

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · indoor cabin

Loft Indoor 3-Person

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
75 × 55 × 88 in
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 25A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.5 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Golden Designs · Infrared · indoor cabinet

Reserve Edition 3-Person Full Spectrum with Salt Bars (GDI-8030-03)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
61 × 41 × 75 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin

Westlake 300LX Indoor 3-Person

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
71 × 42 × 75 in
Heating
4.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 4,500 W

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among traditional and hybrid indoor saunas

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet

Bellevue 3-Person (MX-J306-01)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
61 × 42 × 75 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet

3-Person Corner Low EMF (MX-K356-01)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
60 × 60 × 75 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet

3-Person Corner Near Zero EMF (MX-K356-01-ZF)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
60 × 60 × 75 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated

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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet

3-Person Full Spectrum, Red Cedar (MX-M306-01-FS)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
64 × 44 × 75 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $4,999 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas

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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet

3-Person Corner Full Spectrum, Red Cedar (MX-M356-01-FS)

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
60 × 60 × 75 in
Heating
Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $5,399 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas

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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Seneca 300D5 Outdoor 3-PersonNeeds a fit check

Seats
3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
Not published
Heating
6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 30A · 6,000 W

Main advantage: Good value for the specs among traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

Main compromise: Size not published, so we can't check whether it fits

Best 6-person saunas

Saunas for five or more are large. Check the delivered size of the biggest piece against your gate or door before you order. Our barrel guide covers the larger outdoor barrels in more detail, and our outdoor guide compares every outdoor model. For couples, the 2-person guide has more choice.

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Tranquility Barrel 5-Person (CTC2345W)

Seats
5, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
86 × 118 × 86 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 14.1 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Golden Designs · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Klosters 6-Person Barrel

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
75 × 91 × 80 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 40A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 7.9 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: 5-year electronics, 1-year stove (structure terms not stated)

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Golden Designs · Hybrid · outdoor cabin

Gargellen 5-Person Outdoor Hybrid (GDI-8025-01)

Seats
5, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
99 × 73 × 97 in
Heating
8 kW stove plus infrared panels
Power
240V, 40A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 10.0 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: 5 years on heaters and electronics, 1 year on the stove; cabin terms not stated

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor cabin

CL7G Cube 6-Person

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
91 × 87 × 93 in
Heating
10.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 43.75A · 10,500 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.1 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Georgian Cabin 6-Person (CTC88W)

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
98 × 97 × 101 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 11.1 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor barrel

EE8G 6-Person Glass-Front Barrel

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
91 × 79 × 95 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 8.3 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor barrel

G3 6-Person Outdoor Pod

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
95 × 87 × 92 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.6 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Tranquility MP Barrel 6-Person (CTC2345MP)

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
86 × 118 × 86 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 11.8 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Georgian Cabin with Porch (CTC88PW)

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
98 × 122 × 101 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 13.8 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Golden Designs · Traditional · indoor cabinet

Kuusamo 6-Person Traditional (Indoor)

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
77 × 67 × 82 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 40A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: 5-year electronics, 1-year stove (structure terms not stated)

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor cabin

G6 5-Person Outdoor Cabin (pre-assembled)

Seats
5, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
95 × 83 × 96 in
Heating
10.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 43.75A · 10,500 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 11.0 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $29,269 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

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Dundalk LeisureCraft · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Georgian Cabin with Changeroom (CTC88CW)

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
98 × 146 × 101 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 16.6 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor cabin

CL12GCP Cube 8-Person with Changeroom

Seats
8, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
91 × 152 × 93 in
Heating
10.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 43.75A · 10,500 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 12.0 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician

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Golden Designs · Infrared · indoor cabinet

Monaco 6-Person

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
73 × 61 × 79 in
Heating
Far infrared panels
Power
120V, 20A · watts not published

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $7,099 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas

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True North · Traditional · outdoor cabin

5-Person Outdoor Cabin

Seats
5, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
85 × 84 × 90 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.9 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: 2-year manufacturer warranty; the heater has its own maker's warranty

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor barrel

G11 8-Person with Changing Room

Seats
8, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
161 × 118 × 98 in
Heating
9 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 37.5A · 9,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 16.5 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $17,895 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

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Auroom · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Mira L Outdoor Cabin 5-Person

Seats
5, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
87 × 86 × 97 in
Heating
10.6 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 44.2A · 10,600 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 10.4 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $27,899 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

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True North · Traditional · outdoor cabin

Quattro 5-Person Cedar Cabin

Seats
5, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
96 × 72 × 84 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.6 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Short warranty: 1-year warranty listed; the heater has its own maker's warranty

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True North · Traditional · outdoor barrel

8 ft Barrel (6-Person)

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
89 × 96 × 90 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.9 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Warranty shorter than most similar saunas: True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor barrel

E8 Ergo Barrel 6-Person

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
81 × 87 × 85 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 8.1 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Short warranty: Warranty length not stated on the listing

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True North · Traditional · outdoor barrel

9 ft Barrel (8-Person)

Seats
8, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
84 × 108 × 90 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $11,277 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

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SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor cabin

GL6 6-Person Outdoor Kit

Seats
6, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
90 × 90 × 92 in
Heating
9 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 37.5A · 9,000 W

Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.4 sq ft of footprint per seat

Main compromise: Short warranty: Warranty length not stated on the listing

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True North · Traditional · outdoor barrel

Large Pod 8 ft (8-Person)

Seats
8, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
84 × 96 × 96 in
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $11,940 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas

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True North · Traditional · outdoor barrel

10 ft Barrel (8-Person)Needs a fit check

Seats
8, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H
Not published
Heating
8 kW electric stove with stones
Power
240V, 33.3A · 8,000 W

Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs

Main compromise: Size not published, so we can't check whether it fits

All of them side by side

SaunaSeatsTypePriceW × D × HHeatingPower
Finnmark FD-6 Infrared Barrel, Cedar4Infrared · outdoor barrel$9,99575 × 79 × 75 inFull-spectrum infrared panels120V 15A · 1,750 W
SunRay Grandby 3-Person Outdoor Infrared (300D3)3Infrared · outdoor cabin$3,99069 × 47 × 87 inFar infrared panels120V 20A · 2,100 W
SaunaLife E6 Ergo 3-Person Barrel Kit3Traditional · outdoor barrel$5,64481 × 59 × 85 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 25A · 6,000 W
SaunaLife G2 4-Person Outdoor Kit4Traditional · outdoor cabin$6,30772 × 64 × 86 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33A · 8,000 W
Finnmark FD-7 Infrared Barrel4Infrared · outdoor barrel$9,49579 × 75 × 75 inFull-spectrum infrared panels120V 15A · 1,750 W
SaunaLife E7 Ergo 4-Person Barrel Kit4Traditional · outdoor barrel$6,44481 × 71 × 85 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 25A · 6,000 W
Finnmark FD-3 Full Spectrum 4-Person4Infrared · indoor cabinet$6,49571 × 45 × 78 inFull-spectrum infrared panels240V 15A · 3,150 W
Finnmark FD-5 Trinity XL 4-Person Hybrid4Hybrid · indoor cabinet$8,99575 × 64 × 83 in4.5 kW stove plus infrared panels240V 18.8A · 4,500 W
Kohler C2 Outdoor Sauna Kit, Douglas Fir (3-Person)3Traditional · outdoor cabin$33,657101 × 85 × 90 in9 kW electric stove with stones240V 50A · 9,000 W
Kohler C2 Outdoor Sauna Kit, Weathered Grey Spruce (3-Person)3Traditional · outdoor cabin$34,763101 × 85 × 90 in9 kW electric stove with stones240V 50A · 9,000 W
SunRay Cayenne 4-Person Outdoor Infrared (400D3)4Infrared · outdoor cabin$4,29079 × 52 × 87 inFar infrared panels240V 30A · 2,400 W
SunRay Southport 300SN Indoor 3-Person3Traditional · indoor cabin$3,69869 × 47 × 75 in4.5 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 4,500 W
SunRay Cayman 400D7 Outdoor 4-Person4Traditional · outdoor cabin$5,69072 × 69 × 85 inElectric stove with stones (size not published)240V 40A
Dundalk LeisureCraft MiniPOD 4-Person (CTC77MW)4Traditional · outdoor barrel$7,24386 × 85 × 84 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife EE6G Glass-Front Barrel 4-Person4Traditional · outdoor barrel$7,30791 × 63 × 95 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Serenity Barrel 4-Person (CTC2245W)4Traditional · outdoor barrel$7,44486 × 94 × 86 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife CL5G Cube 4-Person4Traditional · outdoor cabin$7,30781 × 63 × 83 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Granby Cabin 3-Person (CTC66W)3Traditional · outdoor cabin$7,36074 × 73 × 98 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 25A · 6,000 W
Golden Designs Forssa 3-Person Traditional (Indoor)3Traditional · indoor cabinet$7,09975 × 48 × 78 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 40A · 8,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Elation Barrel 4-Person (CTC2424W)4Traditional · outdoor barrel$8,26298 × 96 × 88 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Dynamic (Golden Designs) Bellagio 3-Person3Infrared · indoor cabinet$2,79960 × 44 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A
SunRay Hampton 300TN Indoor 3-Person3Traditional · indoor cabin$4,09870 × 47 × 80 in4.5 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 4,500 W
SunRay Tiburon HL400SN Indoor 4-Person4Traditional · indoor cabin$4,29863 × 69 × 79 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 6,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Luna 4-Person (CTC22LU)4Traditional · outdoor cabin$8,67886 × 85 × 86 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SunRay Charleston 400TN Indoor 4-Person4Traditional · indoor cabin$4,59871 × 63 × 80 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 6,000 W
Golden Designs Reserve Edition 4-Person Full Spectrum with Salt Bars (GDI-8040-03)4Infrared · indoor cabinet$5,59970 × 41 × 75 inFull-spectrum infrared panels120V 15A
Dundalk LeisureCraft Serenity MP Barrel 4-Person (CTC2245MP)4Traditional · outdoor barrel$9,29286 × 94 × 86 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Dynamic (Golden Designs) Lugano 3-Person Full Spectrum3Infrared · indoor cabinet$3,99960 × 45 × 75 inFull-spectrum infrared panels120V 20A
Golden Designs Carinthia 3-Person Outdoor Hybrid3Hybrid · outdoor cabin$7,09963 × 57 × 97 in6 kW stove plus infrared panels240V 30A · 6,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Harmony Barrel 4-Person (CTC22W)4Traditional · outdoor barrel$7,20086 × 79 × 86 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 25A · 6,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Tranquility Barrel 5-Person (CTC2345W)5Traditional · outdoor barrel$7,80086 × 118 × 86 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Golden Designs Soria 3-Person Hybrid (Indoor)3Hybrid · indoor cabinet$8,09965 × 57 × 75 in6 kW stove plus infrared panels240V 30A · 6,000 W
Dynamic (Golden Designs) Bergamo 4-Person4Infrared · indoor cabinet$3,39970 × 42 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A
SunRay Galaxie HL400LX Indoor 4-Person4Traditional · indoor cabin$5,69871 × 55 × 79 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 6,000 W
SunRay Aurora 300SH Barrel 4-Person4Traditional · outdoor barrel$5,29072 × 61 × 76 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 6,000 W
SunRay Denali 400D5 Outdoor 4-Person4Traditional · outdoor cabin$5,29072 × 62 × 89 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 6,000 W
SunRay Oasis 300SC Canopy Barrel 4-Person4Traditional · outdoor barrel$5,79072 × 72 × 76 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 6,000 W
SunRay Galley 400SH Barrel 4-Person4Traditional · outdoor barrel$5,89072 × 72 × 76 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 6,000 W
Golden Designs Klosters 6-Person Barrel6Traditional · outdoor barrel$7,09975 × 91 × 80 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 40A · 8,000 W
Golden Designs Reserve Edition 3-Person Corner Full Spectrum with Salt Bars (GDI-8035-03)3Infrared · indoor cabinet$5,09954 × 54 × 75 inFull-spectrum infrared panels120V 20A
SunRay Waverly 300D2 Outdoor 3-Person3Traditional · outdoor cabin$5,29061 × 51 × 98 in4.5 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 4,500 W
SunRay Freeport 300D1 Outdoor 3-Person3Traditional · outdoor cabin$5,29061 × 51 × 98 in4.5 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 4,500 W
Golden Designs Gargellen 5-Person Outdoor Hybrid (GDI-8025-01)5Hybrid · outdoor cabin$8,09999 × 73 × 97 in8 kW stove plus infrared panels240V 40A · 8,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Loft Indoor 3-Person3Traditional · indoor cabin$10,78875 × 55 × 88 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 25A · 6,000 W
SaunaLife CL7G Cube 6-Person6Traditional · outdoor cabin$11,01591 × 87 × 93 in10.5 kW electric stove with stones240V 43.75A · 10,500 W
SunRay Aspen 3-Person Infrared (HL300K2)3Infrared · indoor cabin$3,29659 × 47 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A · 1,965 W
Golden Designs Reserve Edition 3-Person Full Spectrum with Salt Bars (GDI-8030-03)3Infrared · indoor cabinet$5,09961 × 41 × 75 inFull-spectrum infrared panels120V 20A
SunRay Westlake 300LX Indoor 3-Person3Traditional · indoor cabin$5,29671 × 42 × 75 in4.5 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 4,500 W
SaunaLife CL4G Cube 3-Person3Traditional · outdoor cabin$6,30781 × 49 × 83 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Georgian Cabin 6-Person (CTC88W)6Traditional · outdoor cabin$8,93398 × 97 × 101 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Maxxus Bellevue 3-Person (MX-J306-01)3Infrared · indoor cabinet$2,79961 × 42 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A
SunRay Savannah 3-Person Infrared (HL300K)3Infrared · indoor cabin$3,49659 × 47 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A · 1,965 W
SaunaLife EE8G 6-Person Glass-Front Barrel6Traditional · outdoor barrel$8,50791 × 79 × 95 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife G3 6-Person Outdoor Pod6Traditional · outdoor barrel$9,13895 × 87 × 92 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Tranquility MP Barrel 6-Person (CTC2345MP)6Traditional · outdoor barrel$9,50686 × 118 × 86 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Georgian Cabin with Porch (CTC88PW)6Traditional · outdoor cabin$9,88098 × 122 × 101 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Maxxus 3-Person Corner Low EMF (MX-K356-01)3Infrared · indoor cabinet$3,39960 × 60 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A
SunRay Bristol Bay 4-Person Corner Infrared (HL400KC)4Infrared · indoor cabin$4,29865 × 65 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A · 2,100 W
Golden Designs Kuusamo 6-Person Traditional (Indoor)6Traditional · indoor cabinet$8,59977 × 67 × 82 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 40A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife G6 5-Person Outdoor Cabin (pre-assembled)5Traditional · outdoor cabin$29,26995 × 83 × 96 in10.5 kW electric stove with stones240V 43.75A · 10,500 W
SunRay Sequoia 4-Person Infrared (HL400K)4Infrared · indoor cabin$4,29869 × 53 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A · 2,100 W
SunRay Roslyn 4-Person Infrared (HL400KS)4Infrared · indoor cabin$4,29872 × 54 × 76 inFar infrared panels120V 20A · 2,100 W
Dundalk LeisureCraft Georgian Cabin with Changeroom (CTC88CW)6Traditional · outdoor cabin$11,41698 × 146 × 101 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
Maxxus 3-Person Corner Near Zero EMF (MX-K356-01-ZF)3Infrared · indoor cabinet$3,99960 × 60 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A
True North Schooner Barrel, 6 ft (4-Person)4Traditional · outdoor barrel$9,47090 × 72 × 80 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
True North 6 ft Barrel (4-Person)4Traditional · outdoor barrel$9,80089 × 74 × 90 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife CL12GCP Cube 8-Person with Changeroom8Traditional · outdoor cabin$14,01591 × 152 × 93 in10.5 kW electric stove with stones240V 43.75A · 10,500 W
Maxxus 4-Person Low EMF (MX-K406-01)4Infrared · indoor cabinet$3,79974 × 42 × 75 inFar infrared panels120V 20A
Maxxus 3-Person Full Spectrum, Red Cedar (MX-M306-01-FS)3Infrared · indoor cabinet$4,99964 × 44 × 75 inFull-spectrum infrared panels120V 20A
Maxxus 3-Person Corner Full Spectrum, Red Cedar (MX-M356-01-FS)3Infrared · indoor cabinet$5,39960 × 60 × 75 inFull-spectrum infrared panels120V 20A
Golden Designs Monaco 6-Person6Infrared · indoor cabinet$7,09973 × 61 × 79 inFar infrared panels120V 20A
Dundalk LeisureCraft Studio Indoor 4-Person4Traditional · indoor cabin$11,87485 × 65 × 88 in6 kW electric stove with stones240V 25A · 6,000 W
True North 5-Person Outdoor Cabin5Traditional · outdoor cabin$8,47785 × 84 × 90 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife G11 8-Person with Changing Room8Traditional · outdoor barrel$17,895161 × 118 × 98 in9 kW electric stove with stones240V 37.5A · 9,000 W
Auroom Mira L Outdoor Cabin 5-Person5Traditional · outdoor cabin$27,89987 × 86 × 97 in10.6 kW electric stove with stones240V 44.2A · 10,600 W
True North Quattro 5-Person Cedar Cabin5Traditional · outdoor cabin$9,89196 × 72 × 84 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
True North 8 ft Barrel (6-Person)6Traditional · outdoor barrel$10,46289 × 96 × 90 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife GL4 4-Person Outdoor Kit4Traditional · outdoor cabin$10,80759 × 80 × 85 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife E8 Ergo Barrel 6-Person6Traditional · outdoor barrel$7,30781 × 87 × 85 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
True North 9 ft Barrel (8-Person)8Traditional · outdoor barrel$11,27784 × 108 × 90 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SaunaLife GL6 6-Person Outdoor Kit6Traditional · outdoor cabin$16,18590 × 90 × 92 in9 kW electric stove with stones240V 37.5A · 9,000 W
True North Large Pod 8 ft (8-Person)8Traditional · outdoor barrel$11,94084 × 96 × 96 in8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W
SunRay Seneca 300D5 Outdoor 3-Person3Traditional · outdoor cabin$4,890Not published6 kW electric stove with stones240V 30A · 6,000 W
True North 10 ft Barrel (8-Person)8Traditional · outdoor barrel$11,786Not published8 kW electric stove with stones240V 33.3A · 8,000 W

Best for your situation

Picked from the 84 saunas on this page by the numbers each seller publishes. Spec scores are unchanged; this only sorts them by situation. Each one links to its full page.

Highest spec score
Finnmark FD-6 Infrared Barrel, Cedar$9,995 · 4 seats · Infrared

Spec score 76, the highest of the 84 here.

Best value
SunRay Grandby 3-Person Outdoor Infrared (300D3)$3,990 · 3 seats · Infrared

Spec score 75 at $3,990, at or below the $7,150 median here.

For a tight space
Golden Designs Reserve Edition 3-Person Full Spectrum with Salt Bars (GDI-8030-03)$5,099 · 3 seats · Infrared

About 17 sq ft of floor (61 × 41 × 75 in).

For a group
SaunaLife CL12GCP Cube 8-Person with Changeroom$14,015 · 8 seats · Traditional

Seats 8 in about 96 sq ft.

Simplest wiring
Finnmark FD-6 Infrared Barrel, Cedar$9,995 · 4 seats · Infrared

Plugs into a standard 120V 15A outlet.

Longest warranty
Finnmark FD-3 Full Spectrum 4-Person$6,495 · 4 seats · Infrared

10 years on the cabin indoors (5 if used outdoors), lifetime on the heaters.

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Construction, heat and warranty

Wood, top temperature and warranty terms as each seller lists them. The first 15 of 84 are shown. Compare any of them in Sauna Matchup, or check sizes in Fit Check.

SaunaWoodTop tempWarranty
Finnmark FD-6 Infrared Barrel, CedarWestern Canadian cedar, 1.5 in staves170 °F5 years on the cabin, lifetime on the heaters
SaunaLife G2 4-Person Outdoor KitSpruce, 1.65 inNot publishedSaunaLife 5-year limited (residential); the heater has its own maker's warranty
Finnmark FD-7 Infrared BarrelThermally modified aspen staves, cedar frame and benches170 °F5 years on the cabin, lifetime on the heaters
SaunaLife E7 Ergo 4-Person Barrel KitThermally modified spruce, 1.65 inNot publishedSaunaLife 5-year limited (residential); the heater has its own maker's warranty
Finnmark FD-3 Full Spectrum 4-PersonRed cedar inside, thermally modified aspen outside170 °F10 years on the cabin indoors (5 if used outdoors), lifetime on the heaters
Finnmark FD-5 Trinity XL 4-Person HybridRed cedar inside, thermally modified aspen outside170 °F10 years on the cabin indoors, lifetime on the infrared heaters; Harvia stove under Harvia's warranty
SunRay Cayenne 4-Person Outdoor Infrared (400D3)Canadian hemlock140 °FSunRay lists 7 years on the cabin and heaters
SunRay Cayman 400D7 Outdoor 4-PersonCanadian hemlock180 °FSunRay lists 7 years structural in its warranty terms (some pages say 10; we use the lower figure) and 1 year on parts and electronics
Dundalk LeisureCraft MiniPOD 4-Person (CTC77MW)Eastern white cedarNot publishedDundalk 5-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty
SaunaLife EE6G Glass-Front Barrel 4-PersonThermally modified spruce, thermo-aspen benchesNot publishedSaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty
Dundalk LeisureCraft Serenity Barrel 4-Person (CTC2245W)Eastern white cedarNot publishedDundalk 5-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty
SaunaLife CL5G Cube 4-PersonNot publishedNot publishedSaunaLife 5-year limited on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty
Dundalk LeisureCraft Elation Barrel 4-Person (CTC2424W)Eastern white cedarNot publishedDundalk 5-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty
SunRay Tiburon HL400SN Indoor 4-PersonCanadian hemlock170 °FSunRay lists 7 years structural in its warranty terms (some pages say 10; we use the lower figure) and 1 year on parts and electronics
Dundalk LeisureCraft Luna 4-Person (CTC22LU)Eastern white cedarNot publishedDundalk 5-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty

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Questions buyers ask

How big is a 4-person sauna?

The four-seat saunas we list have exterior footprints from about 20 to 65 square feet. One four-seater doesn't publish its size, so we mark it as needing a fit check.

Do 4-person saunas need 240V?

Most do. 25 of the 33 four-seaters here need a 240V or 30A circuit. The rest run on a dedicated 120V circuit.

Is a 6-person sauna worth it for a family of four?

It depends on how you use it. Extra room helps if people lie down or sauna together often, but a bigger sauna takes longer to heat and costs more to run.

Are bigger saunas only for outdoors?

No. 31 of the 84 saunas here with three or more seats are built for indoor use.

Related guides

Best outdoor saunasBarrels and cabins for the yard, with footprint and wiring.Best barrel saunasEvery barrel in our catalog, side by side.Best 2-person saunasInfrared and traditional saunas for two, smallest first.Sauna operating costA running-cost calculator built on each sauna's rated wattage.Sauna installation costSourced estimates for wiring, foundation, ventilation and assembly.Best home saunasStart here: one pick per situation and a map of every guide.

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