Distinct Picks carries four sauna brands: Dynamic and Maxxus (infrared, 1 to 6 person, from $1,399), Golden Designs (infrared, traditional and hybrid, 1 to 8 person, from $3,999) and Sweat Kingdom (traditional cedar stove saunas, 1 to 6 person, from $4,545). The chart below lines every brand up by heat type, EMF tier and capacity so you can rule models out before you open a single product page. Prices are from our catalog on the day of writing and can change.
The chart covers the capacity and brand step of our Home Sauna Buying Guide.
Sauna brands compared by heat type, EMF tier and capacity
| Brand and line | Heat type | EMF tiers and heater options | Capacity | Electrical | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | Far infrared (Full Spectrum on FS models) | Low (5 to 10 mG), Ultra Low "Elite" (3 to 5 mG), Near Zero (under 3 mG) on most Full Spectrum models | 1 to 6 person | 120V/15A up to 2 person; dedicated 120V/20A for 3 to 4; two 20A circuits for 6 | $1,399 |
| Maxxus | Far infrared (Full Spectrum on M and S-Line FS models) | Low, Ultra Low, Near Zero, Full Spectrum | 1 to 4 person | 120V/15A up to 2 person; dedicated 120V/20A for 3 to 4 | $2,299 |
| Golden Designs infrared | Far infrared; Full Spectrum on Reserve Edition and the 8 person FS | Near Zero on every model | 1 to 8 person | 120V/15A up to 2 person; one 20A or two 15A/20A circuits for 3 to 6; 240V/30A for 8 person | $3,999 |
| Golden Designs traditional | Electric stove and rocks, 170 to 190°F, steam | Not applicable (no infrared panels) | 2 to 6 person, indoor, outdoor and barrel | 240V/30A (6 kW) or 240V/40A (8 kW) | $4,999 |
| Golden Designs PureTech hybrid | Stove plus Full Spectrum infrared, chosen per session | Near Zero on the carbon panels | 2 to 6 person, indoor and outdoor | 240V/30A or 40A | $6,999 |
| Sweat Kingdom | Electric stove (Harvia, HUUM or Homecraft, 4 to 9 kW), 110 to 230°F | Not applicable | 1 to 6 person; cedar box, pod, barrel and cabin | Depends on the stove chosen | $4,545 without stove |
All EMF readings are the manufacturers' figures measured 2 to 3 inches from the panel. We list the reading and test distance in the spec table on every sauna page, so you never have to ask. We do not carry tent-style portable saunas.
Infrared EMF tiers: which brands offer which
| Tier | Published reading at 2 to 3 in. | Available from |
|---|---|---|
| Low EMF | 5 to 10 mG | Maxxus Low EMF (16 cabins), Dynamic standard models |
| Ultra Low EMF | 3 to 5 mG | Maxxus S-Line Ultra Low (1, 2 and 3 person), Dynamic Elite models |
| Near Zero EMF | Under 3 mG | Maxxus Near Zero (9 cabins), all Golden Designs infrared, most Dynamic Full Spectrum models |
| Full Spectrum (heater type, not an EMF tier) | Near, mid and far infrared together | Maxxus Full Spectrum (5 cabins), Dynamic FS models, Golden Designs Reserve Edition and hybrids |
What each tier means, and what the step up costs, is in EMF Levels in Infrared Saunas Explained.
Capacity and price: a few reference points
| Size | Example | Footprint (W x D) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | Dynamic compact Ultra Low EMF (DYN-1101-01) | 35.5 x 28 in | $1,399 |
| 2 person | Maxxus Seattle Low EMF | 48 x 42 in | $2,299 |
| 3 person | Dynamic Lugano Low EMF | 60 x 45 in | $2,699 |
| 4 person | Dynamic Bergamo Low EMF | 70 x 42 in | $3,299 |
| 6 person infrared | Golden Designs Monaco Near Zero | 73 x 61 in | $6,499 |
| 8 person infrared | Golden Designs Catalonia Near Zero | 87 x 75 in | $8,999 |
| 2 to 3 person traditional | Golden Designs Hanko, 6 kW stove | 64 x 48 in | $5,999 |
| 6 person traditional | Golden Designs Osla, 8 kW stove | 79 x 72 in | $8,499 |
| 6 person hybrid | Golden Designs Toledo (indoor, Harvia stove) | 83 x 80 in | $9,999 |
How to use this chart
- Pick heat type first. If you want steam or heat above 150°F, only the two traditional rows and the hybrid row apply. If you want a standard 120V outlet, only the infrared rows up to 2 person apply.
- If infrared, pick an EMF tier. Low is the entry tier; Golden Designs is Near Zero across the board; Maxxus and Dynamic let you pay $200 to $800 more for a lower reading on the same cabin.
- Match capacity to who will actually use it on a normal weeknight, then check the electrical column against the circuit you have.
- Open the brand collection and compare the two or three cabins left standing.
Frequently asked questions
Which sauna brand has the lowest EMF?
Golden Designs rates every infrared cabin it makes Near Zero EMF (under 3 milligauss at 2 to 3 inches). Maxxus offers Near Zero on nine cabins from 2 to 4 people, and Dynamic on most of its Full Spectrum models. All three use the same measurement distance, so the figures are directly comparable.
What is the largest home sauna available?
Golden Designs makes the 8 person Catalonia and 8 person Full Spectrum infrared cabins ($8,999 and $9,999), which are the largest we carry. The largest traditional and hybrid cabins seat 6, as do Sweat Kingdom's biggest cedar cabins.
Is Sweat Kingdom an infrared or traditional sauna?
Traditional. Sweat Kingdom builds solid red cedar boxes, pods, barrels and cabins in East Idaho and pairs them with electric Harvia, HUUM or Homecraft stoves of 4 to 9 kW, heating to 110 to 230°F. They are modular outdoor units rather than infrared cabins.
Do I choose EMF tier before or after capacity?
Heat type first, then capacity, then EMF tier. Capacity and electrical circuit rule out the most models; EMF tier is usually a $200 to $800 upgrade on a cabin you have already chosen.
Next step
Once you have a row and a size, go straight to that brand's collection: Dynamic or Maxxus for indoor infrared on a normal outlet, Golden Designs for Near Zero infrared, traditional and hybrid cabins, or the full Saunas collection to filter across all of them.
Every sauna ships free to the contiguous US by freight, delivered curbside on a pallet, and the carrier calls ahead to schedule. You have a 30 day return window from delivery; change-of-mind returns must be unused and unassembled and carry a 25% restocking fee, while damaged or defective units are fully covered. Details are in our Shipping Policy and Return and Refund Policy, or call +1 (855) 772-2008, Monday to Friday 9 AM to 6 PM EST.
Ready to choose?
Once the chart has narrowed it to a heat type, a size and an EMF tier, the collections below hold the two or three cabins left standing.
- Infrared Saunas: every Dynamic, Maxxus and Golden Designs cabin with its EMF tier and circuit listed.
- Traditional Saunas: the stove-and-rocks cabins and barrels from Golden Designs and Sweat Kingdom.
- Home Sauna Price Guide: What You Get at Every Budget: what each step up in price actually buys.
Every order ships free to the contiguous US, freight is insured, you have 30 days to return, and we are an authorized dealer for every brand we sell, so your warranty is valid and we handle any claim for you. Not sure which model fits your space or your rider? Call 855-772-2008 (Monday to Friday, 9 to 6 EST) or email support@distinctpicks.com and we will tell you straight.