Cedar Scout / Best home saunas / Best sauna for the money Best sauna for the money
Updated 30 Oct 2026 Value judged within comparable saunas
The cheapest sauna is rarely the best value, and a $2,000 infrared cabinet can't be fairly compared with a $6,000 outdoor barrel. So we judge value within each category: what you get in heat, size, warranty and build for the price, against saunas of the same kind.
58 Saunas under $5,000
25 Under $3,000
$1,999 Lowest price today
4 Categories compared
Best value in each category
These have the highest value score within their category under our published method, which compares price with heat, space, warranty and build against similar saunas. The outdoor infrared category has only 6 sauna, so it isn't shown.
Indoor infrared · 50 saunas Drawing, not a
Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
San Marino 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 47 × 42 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $1,999 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Barcelona 1-2 Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 73 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $1,999 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Gracia 1-2 Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $1,999 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
Indoor traditional and hybrid · 28 saunas Drawing, not a
SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin
Baldwin HL200SN Indoor 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 59 × 42 × 75 in
Heating 3.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power 240V, 20A · 3,500 W Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $3,496 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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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin
Aston 200TN Indoor 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 54 × 36 × 80 in
Heating 4.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power 240V, 30A · 4,500 W Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $3,796 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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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
Outdoor traditional and hybrid · 56 saunas Drawing, not a
SaunaLife · Traditional · outdoor cabin
CL3G 2-Person Outdoor Cube Kit
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 53 × 51 × 82 in
Heating 4.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power 240V, 19A · 4,500 W Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $5,204 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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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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Golden Designs · Traditional · outdoor barrel
St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 75 × 60 × 80 in
Heating 6 kW electric stove with stones
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)
Best saunas under $5,000
We list 58 saunas under $5,000. Here they are in two tiers, each in our usual order.
Under $3,000 · 25 saunas
Every sauna under $3,000 we list is an indoor infrared cabinet, and they come from just 4 brands. That's a real limit of this price range in our catalog, not a hidden pick. Warranties are 5 years where published, against 10 years or more for several saunas in higher tiers.
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
San Marino 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 47 × 42 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $1,999 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
San Marino Elite 2-Person (Ultra Low EMF)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 47 × 42 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $2,099 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Barcelona 1-2 Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 73 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $1,999 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Gracia 1-2 Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $1,999 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Avila 1-2 Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 73 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $1,999 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Santiago 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 46 × 40 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $2,199 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Gracia 2-Person Full Spectrum (DYN-6119-03 FS)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 75 in
Heating Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Plugs into a standard 120V household outlet
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Martin 1-2 Person Full Spectrum (DYN-6006-03 FS)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 73 in
Heating Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Plugs into a standard 120V household outlet
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
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SunRay · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Sierra 2-Person Infrared (HL200K)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 48 × 45 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · 1,665 W Main advantage: Plugs into a standard 120V household outlet
Main compromise: No clear weak spot against similar saunas in the published specs
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Venice 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 50 × 42 × 77 in
Heating Far 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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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Barcelona Elite 1-2 Person (Ultra Low EMF)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 73 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $2,199 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Avila Elite 1-2 Person (Ultra Low EMF)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 39 × 36 × 73 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · watts not published Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $2,199 against a $3,098 median for infrared indoor saunas
Main compromise: Snug: about 4.9 sq ft of footprint per seat
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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Santiago Elite 2-Person (Ultra Low EMF)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 46 × 40 × 75 in
Heating Far 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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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Cordoba Elite 2-Person (Ultra Low EMF)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 46 × 41 × 75 in
Heating Far 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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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Heming 2-Person Corner (DYN-6225-02)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 49 × 48 × 76 in
Heating Far 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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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Vittoria 2-Person (DYN-6220-01)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 48 × 41 × 75 in
Heating Far 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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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Heming Elite 2-Person Corner (Ultra Low EMF)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 49 × 48 × 76 in
Heating Far 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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Golden Designs · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Serena 2-Person Full Spectrum (DYN-6229-03 FS)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 46 × 40 × 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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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Seattle 2-Person (MX-J206-01)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 48 × 42 × 75 in
Heating Far 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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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Seattle 2-Person Near Zero EMF (MX-J206-01-ZF)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 48 × 42 × 75 in
Heating Far 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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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet
2-Person Full Spectrum (MX-LS2-01)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 48 × 40 × 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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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 · Infrared · indoor cabin
Evansport 2-Person Infrared (HL200K2)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 48 × 45 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · 1,665 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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SunRay · Infrared · indoor cabin
Sedona 1-2 Person Infrared (HL100K)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 36 × 42 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · 1,290 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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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
$3,000 to $5,000 · 33 saunas
This tier adds 11 traditional saunas, which need a 240V circuit. Budget for that wiring with our installation cost guide .
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Finnmark · Infrared · indoor cabinet
FD-1 Full Spectrum 1-Person
Seats 1, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 37 × 38 × 78 in
Heating Full-spectrum infrared panels
Power 120V, 15A · 1,450 W Main advantage: Long warranty: 10 years on the cabin indoors (5 if used outdoors), lifetime on the heaters
Main compromise: No clear weak spot against similar saunas in the published specs
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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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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Cordoba 2-Person Full Spectrum
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 46 × 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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Dynamic (Golden Designs) · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Santiago 2-Person Full Spectrum
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 46 × 40 × 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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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin
Baldwin HL200SN Indoor 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 59 × 42 × 75 in
Heating 3.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power 240V, 20A · 3,500 W Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $3,496 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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SunRay · Traditional · indoor cabin
Aston 200TN Indoor 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 54 × 36 × 80 in
Heating 4.5 kW electric stove with stones
Power 240V, 30A · 4,500 W Main advantage: Low price for what you get: $3,796 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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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet
S-Line 2-Person Full Spectrum, Pacific Cedar (MX-S206-01-FS-PC)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 48 × 42 × 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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SunRay · Infrared · outdoor cabin
Burlington 2-Person Outdoor Infrared (200D3)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 47 × 45 × 87 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 20A · 1,900 W Main advantage: Good value for the specs among infrared outdoor saunas
Main compromise: Needs its own 120V 20A circuit
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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 · 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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Golden Designs · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Reserve Edition 2-Person Full Spectrum with Salt Bars (GDI-8020-03)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 47 × 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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SunRay · Traditional · outdoor cabin
Bristow 200D2 Outdoor 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 50 × 50 × 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
Eagle 200D1 Outdoor 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 51 × 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 · indoor cabin
Rockledge 200LX Indoor 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 59 × 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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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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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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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet
Red Cedar 2-Person Full Spectrum (MX-M206-01-FS)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 50 × 42 × 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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Maxxus · Infrared · indoor cabinet
2-Person Near Zero EMF (MX-K206-01-ZF)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 50 × 42 × 75 in
Heating Far 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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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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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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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 · outdoor barrel
Solace 200SH Barrel 2-Person
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 72 × 49 × 76 in
Heating Electric stove with stones (size not published)
Power 240V, 30A · watts not published Main advantage: Roomy: about 12.2 sq ft of footprint per seat
Main compromise: Wattage not published, so running cost can't be estimated
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SunRay · Infrared · indoor cabin
Aspen 3-Person Infrared (HL300K2)
Seats 3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 59 × 47 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 20A · 1,965 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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SunRay · Infrared · indoor cabin
Savannah 3-Person Infrared (HL300K)
Seats 3, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 59 × 47 × 75 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 120V, 20A · 1,965 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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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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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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SunRay · Infrared · indoor cabin
Sequoia 4-Person Infrared (HL400K)
Seats 4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 69 × 53 × 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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SunRay · Infrared · indoor cabin
Roslyn 4-Person Infrared (HL400KS)
Seats 4, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 72 × 54 × 76 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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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
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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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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SunRay · Infrared · outdoor cabin
Logan 2-Person Outdoor Infrared (200D6)
Seats 2, per the maker
Exterior W × D × H 49 × 49 × 88 in
Heating Far infrared panels
Power 240V, 20A · 2,800 W Main advantage: No standout strength against similar saunas in the published specs
Main compromise: Needs a dedicated 240V or 30A circuit, installed by an electrician
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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
What you give up at each tier
Under $3,000: indoor infrared only, mostly two seats, and 5-year warranties where published.$3,000 to $5,000: the first traditional saunas appear, from SunRay, with 240V wiring to budget for.Over $5,000: longer warranties, larger outdoor saunas and more brands. See our outdoor guide and family-size guide .The price tag isn't the whole cost. Check the circuit in our plug-in guide , and the monthly cost in our operating cost calculator . To compare makers, see our brands guide .
Check before you buy Compare value within the same type and setting, not across them. Add wiring and installation before comparing prices. Check the warranty on heaters, which is often shorter than on the cabin. Find the best value for your budget Set your budget in Find My Sauna and see which saunas fit it, your space and your wiring.
Questions buyers ask What is the best sauna for the money? It depends on the kind of sauna you want. The value leaders above score highest on value within their category under our method. Find My Sauna ranks them for your budget and space.
Can you get a good sauna under $5,000? Yes. We list 58 saunas under $5,000, including 11 traditional models. Remember to budget for wiring.
What is the cheapest sauna you list? $1,999, for an indoor infrared cabinet. Prices change often, and the seller's page is the final word.
How do you judge value? Within each category, our method compares price with heat, space, warranty and build against similar saunas. Commission plays no part.
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