True North vs SaunaLife saunas
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Both sell outdoor traditional saunas: barrels, pods and cabins with 240V stoves. We list 8 True North and 17 SaunaLife saunas. Everything here comes from their published specs and prices, checked 30 Oct 2026.
At a glance
| True North | SaunaLife | |
|---|---|---|
| Models we list | 8 | 17 |
| Price range | $8,477 to $11,940 | $5,204 to $29,269 |
| Median price | $10,176 | $7,307 |
| Types | Traditional | Traditional |
| Indoor / outdoor | 0 / 8 | 1 / 16 |
| Plug into a standard outlet | 0 of 8 | 0 of 17 |
| Median cabinet warranty | 2 years | 5 years |
| Average spec score | 38 | 53 |
| Sold through | Topture | Topture |
Top pick from each
By spec score, the strongest True North here is the True North Schooner Barrel, 6 ft (4-Person) (46, $9,470), and the strongest SaunaLife is the SaunaLife CL3G 2-Person Outdoor Cube Kit (78, $5,204). Compare the two in Sauna Matchup.
Which brand fits you
- SaunaLife has the lower median price ($7,307 against $10,176).
- Wiring: True North has 0 of 8 models that plug into a standard outlet; SaunaLife has 0 of 17.
- Warranty: median cabinet warranty is 2 years for True North and 5 years for SaunaLife. Read each listing's terms.
Every True North model
| Sauna | Type | Price | Seats | Power | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| True North Schooner Barrel, 6 ft (4-Person) | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $9,470 | 4 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| True North 6 ft Barrel (4-Person) | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $9,800 | 4 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| True North 5-Person Outdoor Cabin | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $8,477 | 5 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | 2-year manufacturer warranty; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| True North Quattro 5-Person Cedar Cabin | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $9,891 | 5 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | 1-year warranty listed; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| True North 8 ft Barrel (6-Person) | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $10,462 | 6 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| True North 9 ft Barrel (8-Person) | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $11,277 | 8 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| True North Large Pod 8 ft (8-Person) | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $11,940 | 8 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| True North 10 ft Barrel (8-Person) | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $11,786 | 8 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | True North 2-year limited; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
Every SaunaLife model
| Sauna | Type | Price | Seats | Power | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SaunaLife CL3G 2-Person Outdoor Cube Kit | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $5,204 | 2 | 240V 19A · 4,500 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited (residential); the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife E6 Ergo 3-Person Barrel Kit | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $5,644 | 3 | 240V 25A · 6,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited (residential); the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife G2 4-Person Outdoor Kit | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $6,307 | 4 | 240V 33A · 8,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited (residential); the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife E7 Ergo 4-Person Barrel Kit | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $6,444 | 4 | 240V 25A · 6,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited (residential); the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife EE6G Glass-Front Barrel 4-Person | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $7,307 | 4 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife CL5G Cube 4-Person | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $7,307 | 4 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife X2 2-Person Indoor Kit | Traditional · indoor cabinet | $6,244 | 2 | 240V 25A · 6,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited (residential); the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife CL7G Cube 6-Person | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $11,015 | 6 | 240V 43.75A · 10,500 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited on the cabin; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife CL4G Cube 3-Person | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $6,307 | 3 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | Warranty length not stated on the listing |
| SaunaLife EE8G 6-Person Glass-Front Barrel | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $8,507 | 6 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited (residential); the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife G3 6-Person Outdoor Pod | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $9,138 | 6 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife G6 5-Person Outdoor Cabin (pre-assembled) | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $29,269 | 5 | 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 | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $14,015 | 8 | 240V 43.75A · 10,500 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife G11 8-Person with Changing Room | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $17,895 | 8 | 240V 37.5A · 9,000 W | SaunaLife 5-year limited residential; the heater has its own maker's warranty |
| SaunaLife GL4 4-Person Outdoor Kit | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $10,807 | 4 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | Warranty length not stated on the listing |
| SaunaLife E8 Ergo Barrel 6-Person | Traditional · outdoor barrel | $7,307 | 6 | 240V 33.3A · 8,000 W | Warranty length not stated on the listing |
| SaunaLife GL6 6-Person Outdoor Kit | Traditional · outdoor cabin | $16,185 | 6 | 240V 37.5A · 9,000 W | Warranty length not stated on the listing |
More on each brand: True North saunas · SaunaLife saunas.
Let your space decide
Find My Sauna ranks both brands' models against your space, wiring and budget.
Before you buy
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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