10 Best Infrared Saunas – Keep Excess Pounds at Bay!

Our overall best-infrared sauna and Editors Choice is without a doubt the MAXXUS Dynamic Barcelona DYN-6106-01. The sauna heats thanks to infrared heating panels that produce low carbon and are energy efficient. This heating system includes 6 heaters that can heat up to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. It heats up in just 15 means

The sauna is made of a 100 percent Canadian hemlock wood that is double layered. The infrared sauna has a dimension of 39 inches in width, 36 inches in depth, and 73 inches in height. You can see it does not take a lot of space compared to other saunas.

The sauna has a control panel with a soft touch. It has an LED display and has MP3 speakers that can be connected and controlled via Bluetooth.

The sauna comes with chromotherapy benefits thanks to its LED lighting. The Dynamic sauna is ideal for one to two persons. Assembling the product is easy and should not take up to an hour.

The heating elements of the sauna come with 5 years of warranty while the radio and wooden structure comes with a one-year limited warranty. The product is delivered from Amazon through a freight carrier.

What stands out?

• Chromotherapy benefits
• Soft-touch control panel
• LED screen displaying time and temperature functions
• Easy to assembly
• Fast heating time

What cons did we manage to find?

• Can cause dehydration
• Only for one to two people

If you are looking for a good option for up to and including three people at a time, then this is a good sauna to start with. This model boasts nine carbon fiber heating elements, which helps it to heat up quickly and reach every person inside of the sauna without any issue. Of course, this also increases the EMF. Thankfully, however, the level is still quite low, so you don’t need to worry about any adverse health effects because of it.

The display is simple to use, nice and bright. To operate the sauna, all you have to do is touch the display and follow the clear directions to set the time and temperature that you want to utilize. The unit can also be plugged into any outlet, which makes finding the right location for it much easier.

While it is nice that this sauna can hold so many people, it also means that it is quite large. If you don’t have enough space in your home to put this sauna, then you shouldn’t get it. Plain and simple, it is one of the largest infrared models out there, so keep that in mind before you buy it.

The unit has a built-in bench system that will allow all of the users to sit down and relax. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have any sort of backrest, so users will have to sit upright or leaning forward for the duration. You could lean against the wall, but that is where the heating elements are located. Even though they don’t get hot enough to burn you, leaning against them might still make you uncomfortably warm.

Why is it special?

• Elegant and durable design
• Easy-to-read display
• Long warranty
• Large size

What are the flaws?

• Takes up a lot of room
• No backrest
• Seats aren’t cushioned
• Glass panels need to be resealed periodically

Of all the different systems that we looked at, this is by far the most expansive. This is a perfect unit if you have a large space that you can dedicate to a sauna, and you have a lot of people that want to use it at the same time. This model is setup to allow four people in, which is ideal for larger families and gyms.

As you might have guessed with a sauna of this size, this model has a high number of heating elements, as it features nine different ones throughout its interior. This helps to heat up space relatively quickly. It also ensures that the full-spectrum color system that the heating elements employ is able to reach each individual without any cold spots. This makes it not only one of the larger spas on the market but also one of the most effective.

An unexpected bonus that comes along with this sauna is how comfortable it is on the inside. Even though it is designed to fit lots of people at the same time, none of the elements feel cramped. Instead, each person in the sauna will have plenty of room to stretch out and relax as they allow the heat to seep into their bodies.

The only real downside with this sauna is the controls. They are very difficult to understand in comparison to other saunas. If you do decide to purchase this unit, be sure to practice a bit before you operate it. Otherwise, you might not be able to enjoy your sauna sessions and their benefits, as much as you deserve.

What do we love it for?

• Fits up to 4 people
• Built-in audio system
• Full-spectrum color therapy system
• Long warranty
• Easy to assemble

What were we disappointed with?

• Cannot be set up outside
• Large size makes it difficult to fit in smaller spaces
• Confusing controls

The name for this unit, Joyous, is absolutely perfect to describe the whole process. Being in a sauna is supposed to be a joyous occasion, as the heat helps to relax your mind and ease any aches and pains you might be experiencing in your body. Not only that, but this sauna provides plenty of other ways to relax as well. It has, by far, the best sound system of any sauna out there. This will allow you to hook up the tunes, close your eyes, and let the heat and good music clear your mind.

Another nice feature for this sauna is the controls, which are located inside of the sauna. While this makes it impossible to control from the outside, they more than makeup for it by being straightforward and easy to use. All you need to do is set your temperature, and how long you want to be in the sauna, and you are all set.

Unlike many of the other saunas on our list, this one was pretty difficult to assemble. Though the panels are designed to fit together and not require any tools, they did not always do so. Instead, they needed to be pushed, pulled, bent, and occasionally hammered into place. Unlike lots of other infrared saunas, once this one is set up, you probably won’t take it apart ever again.

Obviously the biggest reason that anyone wants a sauna in their home is that of the health benefits it supplies. Such is the case with this model as well, as it barely gives off any EMF, making it completely safe to use for extended periods of time.

Why did it make our list?

• Easy-to-use digital display
• Large dimensions
• Low EMF output

What is not ideal about it?

• Thin glass is very delicate
• Long heating time
• Difficult to assemble

If you are on a bit of a budget, then this is the sauna for you. It features an outstanding fashionable design, which helps it to be highly functional, and appealing to the eye. This makes it a great addition to any home, especially indoors. The interior is well lighted by a series of efficient LED lights. This makes it the perfect place to kick back, relax, and read a book while you soak up the heat.

There are seven carbon fiber heating elements within this sauna. These work quite well once they get going, though they do have a long heating time of about 20 minutes. Something else to keep in mind with this long heat up time is that the doors don’t always seal properly. If you are going to be using this sauna, you need to be sure that you close the doors nice and tight each and every time. Otherwise, it will never reach your desired temperature.

This sauna is made with Canadian hemlock. Not only is this wonderful wood rot and mold resistant, but it also doesn’t require any sort of chemicals to make it durable, since it already is on its own naturally. This sauna is also quite compact. Because of its small size, it can fit pretty much anywhere you have in mind, even if you were thinking of putting it into a smaller area.

The glass that comes with this sauna is especially delicate. You need to be very careful when you are opening and closing the door on this unit, as even just a little bit of extra force is going to cause the glass to break or chip.

Why are we impressed?

• Bright interior LED
• Easy-to-use digital display
• Compact, so works well with small spaces
• Easy to break down and move to new locations

What negatives must you be aware of?

• Delicate glass
• Long warmup time
• Doors don’t seal completely

When you think about infrared saunas, you probably don’t think of anything that is all that portable. Such is the case, however, with this one-person sauna. It is made out of fabric rather than wood and comes with both a chair and footstool. The idea behind it is to put the sauna around yourself like an oversized coat. It even has armholes that will let you hold a magazine, book, or phone throughout the whole process.

The chair, footstool, and sauna can all be folded up into a neat little package for easy transportation. Even when all of these different elements are combined, it only weighs about 20 pounds, which is light enough for pretty much anyone to pack up and take with them when they are on the go.

Whenever you are ready to use this sauna, setup is quick and easy. It will actually only take you a minute or so. All you have to do is unfold the three parts and plug in the unit. From there, you just have to wait a short amount of time, and you can hop right in.

Due to its small size, this sauna has one of the quickest heating periods on the market. It only takes about five minutes for this unit to get up to speed, which is about three times faster than much larger units. Of course, it doesn’t hold its heat quite as well as other units. This is especially true if you have even the smallest amount of the zipper ajar when you are using it. If you do choose to purchase this sauna, be sure to always zip it up as tight as possible so that your heat doesn’t leave you.

What are our favorite features?

• Portable
• Perfect for use at home or on the go
• Heats up quickly
• Built-in timer
• Comes with a chair

What could be better?

• Low number of heating elements
• Doesn’t heat your whole body
• Heat escapes through fabric

This sauna can comfortably seat up to two people, but can obviously also be used by just one person. The unit has a relatively low number of heaters, so it takes a bit longer to warm up than other models. Thankfully, once the sauna has heated up, it puts off a low EMF, while still providing you with enough heat to feel relaxed.

Another great feature for this sauna is the stereo system it comes with. It has a couple of different speakers built-in throughout, which helps to create an immersive sound experience for anyone inside of it. You have the option to listen to the radio, play a CD, or even hook up your smartphone with an auxiliary cable.

The LED screen is easy to use as well. This is because, unlike more dated, this screen is a touchscreen. It can be accessed from both inside and outside the unit. This makes it much easier to get the correct temperature for your sauna session since you can adjust it once you get into the sauna itself.

Durability will not be an issue with this sauna. It is made out of some of the nicest looking hemlock of any of the saunas we examined. This is true for both the inside and outside of the unit. Not only will this help to keep your home looking as nice as possible, but it will also help to ward off any mold or mildew growth within your sauna. Of course, you will have to reseal this wood occasionally, especially if you use it heavily.

Unlike some other saunas, this one requires several tools to be used during the assembly process. You will need a couple of different screwdrivers of varying sizes to put it together. Once this is completed, the sauna is as solid as a rock.

What are its best features?

• Built-in audio system
• Long warranty on all parts
• Quick heating time

What could be improved?

• No backrest
• Difficult to assemble
• Needs to be resealed occasionally

If you are in the market for a good sauna to use in your home, then this is a good place to start. It is relatively small, so even if you have a smaller sized home, you should be able to fit it without any issue. It can only be used by one person at a time, unfortunately.

Due to its small size, this sauna does not have a large number of heating elements. Thankfully, however, it doesn’t really need them. Though the warmup time is a bit long for an infrared model, once it reaches the desired temperature it has absolutely no issue maintaining the temperature that you have set.

This lower number of heating elements will also work to your favor. Since there are not as many different elements running at the same time as you would see in a larger model, this sauna has an extremely low EMF. This makes it that much safer for you, or your loved ones, to use regularly. The heating elements are also made from carbon fiber, which is the best material out there. Not only does it have a low EMF output, but it is highly durable as well, so you know that such heaters will be able to get the job done for a good long time.

It also comes with one of the better warranties on the market today, with each of its main components covered for a different amount of years. The parts are under warranty for a whopping ten-year period!

The speakers in this sauna are surprisingly clear, even though they are relatively small. You have the option to listen to the radio, a CD, or even your smartphone, which pretty much guarantees that you will be able to select the right kind of music to allow you to relax after a hard day’s work.

What do we love it for?

• Long warranty
• Works with Bluetooth or auxiliary port
• Durable design
• Easy to assemble

What were we disappointed with?

• Long warmup period
• Difficult to clean
• Regular feedback from sound system

One of the biggest issues plaguing a lot of infrared saunas is the fact that they don’t allow you to sit back and relax during your soaking sessions. If you are someone who really likes to lean back while you sit in the sauna, then you might want to check out this model. It is big enough to fit two people comfortably and has oversized panels that you can lean against during your session.

These panels are actually some of the six different heating elements found inside of the unit. While infrared panels do not get overly hot, they still do heat up a bit, which means you usually wouldn’t want to be anywhere near them. Since these panels are a bit bigger, however, you won’t really feel the heat coming off of them, which is why you can lean against them so freely.

Adding to this relaxing state is the nice and bright lighting system. These LED lights will make it super easy to see within the sauna, which means it is the perfect place to read a good book. This is especially true since you can really get into a comfortable position as you don’t need to worry about the heating elements being too warm for you to lean against.

The only big drawback for this model is that it has an extremely long heating period. Obviously, once it reaches the desired temperature, it does a fine job of keeping it as warm as you want it. You will, unfortunately, have to wait a little while before you can hop in and start relaxing.

Why is it special?

• Lifetime warranty
• Bright lighting
• Extremely low EMF
• Built-in sound system
• Comfortable seats and backrests

What are the flaws?

• Long warmup time
• Difficult to assemble
• Low number of heaters

The Durherm Personal Sauna is perhaps the best sauna for a single person out there. It is highly durable and comes with both a folding chair and step stool to use when you are inside of it. All of these items, including the sauna itself, can be completely folded up and carried with you wherever you are going. This makes it ideal to take with your vacation.

The best part of the Durherm is the low EMF levels that it emits. The company claims that the EMF levels for this personal spa are anywhere from 200 to 600 times lower than any other infrared spa on the market today, which makes it safe for you and your family to use as often as you want to.

Unlike other portable saunas, the Durherm doesn’t use carbon panels. Instead, it utilizes a material known as tourmaline. This material naturally emits negative ions, which are essential to making the sauna as relaxing as possible. It is also a highly durable material that should last you a good long time, even though it is so small and lightweight.

Even though this sauna is small and portable, it has the highest maximum heat temperature of any of the saunas we looked into. This makes it ideal for someone who is looking to get as much heat into their system as possible in the time that they are in the sauna. Of course, as with all portable saunas, you will not be able to heat your entire body, since it only covers up to your neck and most of your arms.

Why is it special?

• Easy to set up
• Lightweight
• Quick heating time
• High maximum temperature

What are the flaws?

• Low number of heaters
• Short warranty
• Heat might dissipate through an ajar zipper