Saunas

A sauna can fit your room and still be the wrong sauna for your home. Three things usually decide it: seat count, heat type, and whether your electrical panel can support the heater. Get those right and you eliminate most of the options here.

Infrared is the easier install and the lower-heat session. Many 1 and 2 person cabins run on a standard 120V outlet. Traditional saunas give you higher heat, rocks and steam. Electric models usually need a dedicated 240V circuit; wood-burning models need a flue and no electrical connection.

There is no single best home sauna, only the one that fits your space, heat preference and panel. RecovAthlete is an authorized dealer for SaunaLife, Medical Sauna, Dundalk Leisurecraft and SunRay, so the full manufacturer warranty applies. Call 866-861-6317 with your room size and headcount and we will narrow it to two or three models. Or check financing first.

9 sauna brands, 1 to 9 person, indoor and outdoor. Every sauna for sale here shows its price on the page, with options priced before you reach checkout.

Infrared or Traditional: How to Choose a Home Sauna

An infrared sauna warms your body with panels instead of heating the room, so the air temperature stays at 110 to 150°F. A traditional sauna heats rocks on an electric or wood-burning heater to 160 to 200°F and you pour water over them for steam, called löyly. Run a traditional sauna without pouring water and you have a dry sauna. An infrared sauna is the easier indoor install and the easier sauna purchase to get wrong on size. A traditional sauna is the higher heat and the authentic session.

Infrared SaunasAn infrared sauna runs carbon or ceramic panels at 110 to 150°F. Many 1 and 2 person models plug into a 120V outlet.
Traditional SaunasA traditional sauna heats rocks on an electric or wood-burning heater, 160 to 200°F. Needs a dedicated circuit or a flue.
Full Spectrum SaunasNear, mid and far infrared in one sauna. Costs more than a far-only build.
Hybrid SaunasA hybrid sauna puts infrared panels and a traditional heater in one room. Both session types, one footprint.
Barrel SaunasA barrel sauna in cedar or thermo-wood for the backyard. Numbered kits, typically a 1 to 2 day build.
DIY Sauna KitsPre-cut wall materials and benches you assemble yourself. Heater usually sold separately.
Outdoor SaunasOutdoor saunas in cabin, cube and barrel form, rated for weather. Need a power run and a level pad.
Indoor SaunasIndoor saunas for a basement, spare room, home gym or garage. Check ceiling height and door width first.

Sauna Types Compared

Type Heat source Temp range Power Choose this if
Infrared sauna Far or full-spectrum panels 110 to 150°F Often 120V on 1 to 2 person models, 240V on larger You want an easy indoor install and a lower heat session
Traditional electric Electric heater and rocks 160 to 200°F Dedicated 240V circuit, electrician needed You want steam and high heat in a dedicated room
Traditional wood-burning Wood stove and rocks 160 to 200°F No electrical, needs a flue and clearances You are building off-grid or want a wood-fired session
Hybrid Panels plus heater 110 to 200°F Dedicated circuit, electrician Two people want different session types
Barrel sauna or outdoor cabin Wood-fired or electric 160 to 200°F Power run to the pad, or a flue You have yard space and want year-round outdoor use
DIY kit Heater sold separately 160 to 190°F Depends on the heater You have an existing room or a contractor lined up

Home Saunas for Sale: Prices by Model

Every model below is live on this page. Prices are the current starting price and move with options like heater choice, glass front and lighting.

Model Brand Seats Type Pick From
Sierra HL200K SunRay 2 Indoor infrared, red cedar Lowest-priced cabin $2,998
Medical 3 Medical Sauna 1 Indoor infrared, hemlock Smallest footprint $3,449
Baldwin HL200SN SunRay 2 Indoor traditional, Harvia heater Cheapest real steam $3,496
CL4G Cube SaunaLife 3 Outdoor sauna kit Best value outdoor $4,990
EE6G Barrel SaunaLife 4 Outdoor barrel kit $5,990
Luna Cube CTC22LU Dundalk Leisurecraft 4 Outdoor cedar cube $7,392
Nature 5 Medical Sauna 2 Outdoor infrared $7,399
CT Georgian with Porch Dundalk Leisurecraft 2 to 6 Outdoor cedar cabin $8,649.50
Traditional 9 Plus Medical Sauna 3 to 6 Indoor traditional steam 2nd by revenue, 2yr $15,599
G6 Garden Series SaunaLife 5 Outdoor, pre-assembled Highest revenue, 2yr $24,990
Commercial 489 Medical Sauna 6 to 9 Commercial infrared Commercial pick $25,399

Which Sauna Is Right for You?

Pick the line that matches your situation and start there.

First personal sauna, tight budgetA 2 person infrared cabin on a 120V outlet. Start with the SunRay Sierra HL200K.
One user, spare room or closetA 1 person sauna takes roughly a 3 x 4 ft footprint. See the Medical 3 or the full 1 person sauna range.
You want real steam indoorsTraditional with a Harvia heater and rocks you pour water over. The SunRay Baldwin is the 2 person entry.
Backyard, DIY buildA cube or barrel kit ships flat with numbered panels. The SaunaLife CL4G seats 3.
Family of four or moreGo 4 to 6 person with an 8kW or larger heater. The Leisurecraft Luna Cube seats 4 in cedar.
You want it delivered assembledSkip the build weekend. The SaunaLife G6 arrives assembled and seats 5.
Luxury home sauna, room-scale buildHigh end sauna builds with changerooms and porches. Compare the CT Georgian with Porch.
Gym, spa, clinic or hotelBusiness use needs a commercial-rated build and warranty. See the Medical Sauna Commercial 489 or all commercial saunas.

Saunas for Sale by Size and Setting

Indoor saunas suit a basement, spare room or bathroom; outdoor saunas and outdoor traditional saunas need yard space and a pad. Work out how many people will use the sauna at once, then pick the setting.

Sauna Brands We Carry

SaunaLifeNorthern European thermo-wood. Cube kits, barrels and pre-assembled Garden cabins. Highest revenue of any sauna brand we carry, two years running.
Medical SaunaHemlock infrared, full-spectrum and traditional steam cabins, 1 to 9 person.
Dundalk LeisurecraftCanadian white cedar, handcrafted. Cabins, cubes and barrels with porch and changeroom options.
SunRay SaunasCanadian hemlock and red cedar cabins. Infrared and traditional, 1 to 4 person.
Scandia ManufacturingNorth American built. Pre-cut room kits plus electric and gas heaters.
HUUMEstonian-designed electric and wood heaters with app control. Red Dot Award winner.
HarviaFinnish heaters and controls, fitted to most traditional cabins we sell.
Saunum and FinmarkSaunum heaters even out heat from floor to ceiling. Finmark builds compact room kits.

Heaters, Controls and Accessories

Buying for a gym, spa, clinic or hotel?

Residential cabins are not rated for back-to-back commercial cycles and the warranty will not cover it. Business buyers finance a full room on one application through Brickhouse Capital, Reliant Capital, Acorn Finance or KWIPPED, and financed equipment may qualify for a Section 179 deduction. Confirm that with your accountant.

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Delivery, Installation, Warranty and Care

Shipping and freightCompact cabins move by ground carrier. Outdoor cabins and large kits go LTL freight to your curb. Paid white glove delivery is available on many models.
If it arrives damagedOpen the crate and check it before the driver leaves. Write any damage on the delivery receipt before you sign, and photograph it at the kerb. A signed clean receipt makes a freight claim far harder for anyone to win on your behalf. Then email support@recovathlete.com with the photos.
Site prep and assemblyOutdoor saunas need a level concrete pad or rated deck, plus code clearance from structures. Indoor rooms need a low fresh-air vent and an exhaust path, or humidity damages the surrounding walls. Most kits assemble with two people and basic tools.
Electrical, booked before deliveryTraditional, hybrid and larger infrared models need a dedicated 240V circuit run by a licensed electrician. Book that before the delivery date, or the sauna sits in your garage waiting on a sparky.
Care and maintenanceWipe benches and walls with a damp cloth after each session. No detergents or alcohol inside. Re-oil outdoor cabins annually.

Why Buy Your Sauna From RecovAthlete

Authorized dealer, valid warrantyWe hold direct dealer agreements with every brand on this page. Grey-market units often ship with no factory warranty.
Specialist on the phone, not a chatbotCall 866-861-6317, 9am to 6pm EST Monday to Friday. Outside those hours email support@recovathlete.com and you get a reply the next working day.
Financing before you commitAffirm at checkout for home buyers, four business lenders for commercial rooms. See financing.
Ships direct from the manufacturerNo showroom in the middle and no local markup. Customers book professional installation separately where a model needs it.

Common Questions About Buying a Sauna

How much does a home sauna cost?
A small indoor infrared cabin is the cheapest way in. A large pre-assembled outdoor build is roughly eight times that. Starting prices for eleven representative models sit in the table above, and every product page shows the current price with options.
Is infrared or traditional better for a home sauna?
Infrared is the simpler indoor install and the gentler session. Traditional gives you rocks, steam and higher heat, but needs a dedicated circuit. Choose on heat tolerance and on what your panel can support. The table above compares both on temperature and power.
Do I need special wiring for a sauna?
Many 1 and 2 person infrared cabins run on a standard 120V outlet. Traditional, hybrid and larger infrared models need a dedicated 240V circuit installed by an electrician. Wood-burning saunas need no electrical at all, but they do need a flue and clearance from structures. Check your panel capacity before you order.
Do I need a permit for a backyard sauna?
Often yes, and it varies by municipality. Outdoor saunas over a certain floor area, anything on a permanent foundation, and any new electrical run usually need one. Wood-burning models can also trigger a fire-code review on flue clearances. Check with your local building department before you order, not after the freight arrives.
What size sauna do I need?
Count who will use it at once and add one seat for comfort. A 1 to 2 person sauna fits a bathroom corner or spare room. A 3 to 4 person model suits a basement or garage. Heater sizing follows the room: 1 to 2 person builds typically use 4 to 6kW, and 4 person and up needs 8kW or more.
Can I finance a sauna?
Yes. Home buyers use Affirm at checkout, at rates the lender publishes as 0% to 36% APR depending on credit. Gyms, spas and clinics apply through Brickhouse Capital, Reliant Capital, Acorn Finance or KWIPPED on one application covering the whole room. See financing for payment examples.
Are sauna prices listed, or do I have to call?
Every sauna for sale on this page shows its price, and options are priced before checkout. Nothing is gated behind a quote form.
Where can I buy a sauna near me?
Local sauna dealers keep a showroom and mark the unit up to pay for it. We ship to all 50 states direct from the manufacturer instead. Call 866-861-6317 for lead time on a model.
Authorized dealer pricing
9 brands, 1 to 9 person
Ships direct from the manufacturer
Home and commercial financing

Pair Your Sauna With

Not sure which sauna fits your space?

Tell us the room, the ceiling height and what your panel can take. We will name the two or three models that fit and explain the trade-off. Call 9am to 6pm EST, or email support@recovathlete.com any time.

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