Infrared saunas
Infrared cabins heat with panels rather than a stove and stones. Many run from a normal 13A socket, which is why they are the most common indoor choice in the UK.
Infrared in one minute
- Lower air temperature. The cabins we list quote maximums of roughly 60–65°C, against 80–100°C for a traditional sauna.
- Simpler power. Smaller cabins (around 1.2–2.3kW) usually plug into a standard socket. Check the listing: some need a dedicated circuit.
- Indoor first. Most infrared cabins are for indoor use only. Outdoor-rated versions exist and cost more.
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Costs
Sauna running costs UK 2026: cost per session at the current price cap
How much electricity a home sauna uses per session, worked out for 1.9kW infrared cabins up to 9kW heaters at the Ofgem cap of 26.32p per kWh, with every assumption shown.
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Five infrared sauna blankets sold in the UK compared on price, temperature range, timer, power and warranty, with what they cost to run and what to check before buying. Prices checked 11 November 2026.
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Infrared vs traditional sauna: price, heat, running costs and power compared (UK 2026)
How infrared cabins and traditional stove-heated saunas differ on temperature, purchase price, running cost, electrics and space, using UK retailer listings checked in November 2026. No health claims, just the practical differences.
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Work out the real cost first
Our calculator adds up the sauna, delivery, base and electrics, then shows what each session costs at today's electricity price. You can change every assumption.