Sauna guides
Plain-language answers to the questions people ask before buying a sauna.
Best saunas of 2026
Our picks by type and budget, from $349 blankets to $14,000 outdoor cabins.
What's the best sauna?
Infrared or traditional, indoor or outdoor: match the sauna to how you'll use it.
How to buy a sauna
Size, wiring, wood, heaters, warranty and the costs nobody mentions.
Where to buy a sauna
Direct, retailer, big-box store or local dealer, and what each gets you.
How saunas work
What's actually heating you in a traditional, infrared, wood-fired or steam sauna.
The science of saunas
What studies show about heart health, longevity and recovery, and what they don't.