13 saunas we list cost $12,000 or more. Below is what each one lists beyond the basics, so you can see what the extra money buys.
Spec scores rate value against similar saunas, so a premium model can score lower on value even when it's well made. Our scores don't rate looks yet.
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
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
Main advantage: Strong heater for its size (4.5 kW)
Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $15,413 against a $7,947 median for traditional and hybrid indoor saunas
Main advantage: Strong heater for its size (4.5 kW)
Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $17,157 against a $7,947 median for traditional and hybrid indoor saunas
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
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
Main advantage: Strong heat for its type: up to 180°F
Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $17,094 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas
Main advantage: Strong heat for its type: up to 180°F
Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $21,544 against a $8,180 median for traditional and hybrid outdoor saunas
Main advantage: Strong heat for its type: up to 180°F
Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $16,807 against a $7,947 median for traditional and hybrid indoor saunas
Main advantage: Strong heat for its type: up to 180°F
Main compromise: Priced high for its category: $17,094 against a $7,947 median for traditional and hybrid indoor saunas
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
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
Main advantage: Roomy: about 9.4 sq ft of footprint per seat
Main compromise: Short warranty: Warranty length not stated on the listing
| Sauna | Price | Seats | W × D × H | Heating | Power | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kohler C2 Outdoor Sauna Kit, Douglas Fir (3-Person) | $33,657 | 3 | 101 × 85 × 90 in | 9 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 50A · 9,000 W | Kohler 5-year limited |
| Kohler C2 Outdoor Sauna Kit, Weathered Grey Spruce (3-Person) | $34,763 | 3 | 101 × 85 × 90 in | 9 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 50A · 9,000 W | Kohler 5-year limited |
| Kohler C1 Indoor Sauna Kit, Scandinavian Spruce (2-Person) | $15,413 | 2 | 66 × 46 × 84 in | 4.5 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 30A · 4,500 W | Kohler 5-year limited |
| Kohler C1 Indoor Sauna Kit, Graphite Grey (2-Person) | $17,157 | 2 | 66 × 46 × 84 in | 4.5 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 30A · 4,500 W | Kohler 5-year limited |
| SaunaLife G6 5-Person Outdoor Cabin (pre-assembled) | $29,269 | 5 | 95 × 83 × 96 in | 10.5 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 43.75A · 10,500 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife CL12GCP Cube 8-Person with Changeroom | $14,015 | 8 | 91 × 152 × 93 in | 10.5 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 43.75A · 10,500 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Mira S Outdoor Cabin 2-Person | $17,094 | 2 | 64 × 63 × 97 in | 6 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 25A · 6,000 W | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Aura Outdoor 2-Person | $21,544 | 2 | 69 × 68 × 97 in | 7.5 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 31.25A · 7,500 W | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Libera Glass 2-Person | $16,807 | 2 | 71 × 48 × 83 in | 8 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Vulcana Indoor 2-Person | $17,094 | 2 | 59 × 59 × 86 in | 6 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 25A · 6,000 W | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife G11 8-Person with Changing Room | $17,895 | 8 | 161 × 118 × 98 in | 9 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 37.5A · 9,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Mira L Outdoor Cabin 5-Person | $27,899 | 5 | 87 × 86 × 97 in | 10.6 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 44.2A · 10,600 W | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife GL6 6-Person Outdoor Kit | $16,185 | 6 | 90 × 90 × 92 in | 9 kW electric stove with stones | 240V 37.5A · 9,000 W | Warranty length not stated on the listing |
Picked from the 13 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.
Spec score 64, the highest of the 13 here.
Spec score 53 at $15,413, at or below the $17,157 median here.
About 21 sq ft of floor (66 × 46 × 84 in).
Seats 8 in about 96 sq ft.
Needs a dedicated 30A or 240V circuit.
Kohler 5-year limited.
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Wood, top temperature and warranty terms as each seller lists them. Compare any of them in Sauna Matchup, or check sizes in Fit Check.
| Sauna | Wood | Top temp | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kohler C2 Outdoor Sauna Kit, Douglas Fir (3-Person) | Douglas fir | Not published | Kohler 5-year limited |
| Kohler C2 Outdoor Sauna Kit, Weathered Grey Spruce (3-Person) | Scandinavian spruce, obeche benches | Not published | Kohler 5-year limited |
| Kohler C1 Indoor Sauna Kit, Scandinavian Spruce (2-Person) | Scandinavian spruce | Not published | Kohler 5-year limited |
| Kohler C1 Indoor Sauna Kit, Graphite Grey (2-Person) | Scandinavian spruce, obeche benches | Not published | Kohler 5-year limited |
| SaunaLife G6 5-Person Outdoor Cabin (pre-assembled) | Thermo-pine outside, thermo-aspen inside | Not published | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife CL12GCP Cube 8-Person with Changeroom | Thermo-spruce, thermo-aspen benches | Not published | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Mira S Outdoor Cabin 2-Person | Thermally modified aspen inside | 180 °F | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Aura Outdoor 2-Person | Thermally modified aspen inside | 180 °F | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Libera Glass 2-Person | Thermally modified aspen inside | 180 °F | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Vulcana Indoor 2-Person | Thermally modified aspen inside | 180 °F | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife G11 8-Person with Changing Room | Thermally modified spruce, thermo-aspen benches | Not published | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| Auroom Mira L Outdoor Cabin 5-Person | Thermally modified aspen inside | 180 °F | Auroom 2-year warranty on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife GL6 6-Person Outdoor Kit | Not published | Not published | Not published |
Sauna Matchup shows exactly where the extra money goes.
Check what your panel needs, installation cost and running cost. Still deciding on a type? Read infrared vs traditional and indoor vs outdoor, or see how the brands compare. A licensed electrician should confirm any wiring before you order.
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