2019’s Portable Saunas Reviewed
SereneLife Portable Infrared Home Spa
What’s good
- Comes with a chair
- Under 20 pounds
- Inexpensive
- Easy assembly
- Reports of satisfactory pain relief from issues such as
- Can be used on carpet
- Very effective at producing a sweat
Possible Complaints
- Complaints of high EMF readings
- The back gets slightly more heat
- Material may not hold heat enough for some.
8.5/10
Durasage Lightweight Portable Personal Steam Sauna Spa for Weight Loss
The Good
- 800 watt steam generator
- 60 minute timer
- No out-gassing from the material when heated
- quick warm up
- Great value
- Lightweight
- Waterproof material
- Comes with a chair
Possible Complaints
- Steamer is not visable when inside
- Complaints about the chair quality
- Need to put a towel on the floor under it
- Limited temperature control
9/10
Sauna Rocket
The Good
- One of the few “full body” portable saunas
- Floor is 32×32 which fits most body types
- Good reports of customer support for damages
- Heats up quickly
- Inexpensive
- Provides a good level of heat/humidity
Possible Complaints
- Does not include a chair
- Many reports of the steamer breaking quickly (although it can be bought seperately and the company seems to address this with free replacement)
- Steamer lid may come unsealed easily while you are inside the sauna tent
- Poor directions on how to use the steamer
Full body option
8/10
Radiant Saunas Rejuvinator
The Good
- Includes a chair
- Moisture resistant fabric
- One Year warranty
- Very highly rated by customers
- Includes foot heater
- Handheld control
- “Collars” are detachable and can be machine or hand washed.
- Heat panels on on the sides and the back
- Produces a very good sweat
- Includes a front pocket for your book, phone, tablet, etc.
Possible Complaints
- Company does not state the actual EMF
- Some people find that the chair reduces their heat exposure and choose to not use it
- Heat escapes out the front hand zipper if you choose to use it
- Chair is not moisture resistant and may need to be washed
- May not be suitable for anyone taller than 5 ft 10
Best Mid-Sized Option
9/10
AW 2L Portable Steam Sauna Spa
The Good
- Very affordable
- Foot holes allow this to be used for feet only if desired
- Free shipping on Amazon (for many locations)
- Larger headroom and height than many other portable steam saunas so this is suitable for taller people as well
- Produces high heat and lots of steam
- Most customers rate it very highly
Possible Complaints
- Brown color may not be for everyone
- Some find folding it back up inconvenient
Cheapest Option
8/10
Gizmo Supply 3 Zone Infrared FIR Sauna Blanket
The Good
- Simple to use and set up
- Three separate heating areas can be individually turned on targeting different body parts
- Takes up little space
- Highly rated
Possible Complaints
- 110 Voltage only
- Report of the middle seam coming apart after prolongeed use
- Meant for people under 6 ft tall
8/10
Aceshin Portable Steam Sauna Home Spa
The Good
- Steamer turns off when no water is in the tank
- 9 temperature levels
- Remote control
- Includes chair
- Very highly rated
Possible Complaints
- May not be a good fit for taller people (over 6 ft)
9/10
Interested in an outdoor sauna?
While there are many advantages to buying an indoor infrared sauna, some people prefer more traditional outdoor saunas.