Finnish sauna comparison

A Finnish sauna is the traditional sauna with hot, dry air and steam from water on hot stones. The air reaches about 70 to 100 °C. Want a home sauna with that classic feeling? On this page you can compare indoor models from several retailers and find a cabin that fits your room.

How does a Finnish sauna work?

An electric heater warms the stones and the air in the cabin. When you pour water on the stones, you get a burst of steam. In Finland this is called löyly. Warm-up takes about 30 to 60 minutes, so you plan a session a little ahead. Many people find the mix of heat and steam relaxing.

Prefer a lower temperature? An infrared cabin is milder. A hybrid sauna gives you both types of heat in one cabin.

Choosing an indoor sauna

• Size: measure the room, the ceiling height and the space the door needs.
• Heater power: heaters use 3.5 to 9 kW. A rule of thumb is 1 kW for every 1 to 1.5 m³ of cabin volume.
• Power supply: up to about 3.6 kW can often run on 230 V. Larger heaters need 400 V three-phase power. Ask an electrician before you order.
• Wood: red cedar, hemlock, spruce or thermowood. Each has its own look and scent.

Need help choosing the right heater? Read our sauna heater guide or compare sauna heaters directly.

What does a traditional sauna cost?

An indoor Finnish sauna costs about €1,700 to €5,400. These prices are indicative and change often. The price depends on the size, the wood, the heater and extras such as lighting or a glass door. Also keep in mind the cost of a possible 400 V connection.

A traditional sauna takes longer to warm up than an infrared cabin, but many people love the high heat and the steam. Think about how often you will use it and how much space you have.

Compare and buy

SaunaSteamer is independent and does not sell saunas itself. You can filter by persons, price, wood and heating, and then buy directly from the retailer. That way you see the options from several shops at once.