Investing in a home sauna is often a big deal, especially when it is a pricey model. The hard choice between all of the designs is to pick which one is best suited for your lifestyle; if you live out in the woods, all alone, the single version might be the best. On the other hand, if you are big into family gatherings, you might want to invest in a larger model. I've picked my top 10 faves and listed them below.
10. Laatu Combo Infrared/Traditional Sauna Rooms: Model #LCIR-46
Price: $6,170.00 at: saunas.com
Size: 48” x 72” x 84”
Heater Type: combination traditional/infrared
Type of sauna: pre-built sauna
Maximum Number of Bathers: 3
My Comment: I did like that this sauna could be built from either Poplar/Aspen or Western Red Cedar tongue and groove. It also comes with a copper ladle, copper bucket, and a 15 minute sand timer. It is extremely spacious as well, but the price is what put it at number ten for me. It's just a lot more expensive than the rest of the models and still only holds three people. Having the combination traditional/infrared ability in this sauna seems to have also added to the cost. I think the tinted door is a great added touch, as well as the ergonomic backrests.
9. Laatu Steel Rod Far Infrared Sauna Rooms: Model #LIR-44
Price: $4,270.00 at saunas.com
Size: 48” x 48” x 80¼”
Heater Type: infrared
Type of sauna: pre-built sauna
Maximum Number of Bathers: 2
My Comment: The infrared home sauna is still rather new to me, since I grew up with traditional saunas. These infrared models actually allow the body to produce sweat quicker than traditional models and at a much lower temperature. They also seem to be lower in price, for the most part. I like the idea of having a sauna large enough for another person to join me, since I like to chat and it would make the time a bit more enjoyable. It's also comforting to know that it is the industry's only UL listed unit.
