Redwood Outdoors review: traditional saunas for the backyard
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Redwood Outdoors builds traditional saunas — barrels, cabins and compact indoor units — plus sauna-and-cold-plunge bundles. It's a strong fit if you want classic heat and steam rather than infrared.
Models and prices
| Model | Style | People | List price | Sale price (Oct 21) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcove Indoor Sauna | Indoor | 2 | $4,299 | — |
| Barrel Outdoor Sauna | Barrel | 6 | $6,299 | $5,549 |
| Barrel Outdoor Sauna | Barrel | 8 | $6,899 | — |
| Barrel Outdoor Sauna w/ Porch | Barrel | 6 | $6,999 | $6,499 |
| Cabin Outdoor Sauna | Cabin | 4 | $7,299 | $6,549 |
| Cove Outdoor Sauna | Outdoor | 3 | $7,399 | — |
| Cabin Sauna + Alaskan All-In-One Cold Plunge | Bundle | — | $14,299 | from $13,599 |
| Cabin Sauna + Denali Cold Plunge | Bundle | — | $15,299 | from $14,299 |
Source: Redwood Outdoors catalog, first page, accessed Oct 21, 2026. Other lines (Panorama, Löyly, Coastal Cube, Revive) exist but weren't listed there.
Barrel 6-Person: the specs that matter
- Heater: 6 kW Harvia KIP electric (8 kW and 9 kW upgrades offered).
- Power: heater on 240V with a 30-amp breaker and #10 copper wire (#8 beyond 30 ft); lighting on 120V. Hard-wired by a licensed electrician.
- Size: about 71" L × 72¾" W × 76½" H, ~900 lb; seats 4–6 depending on layout.
- Warranty: 1-year limited on the wooden sauna; Harvia heater 1 year on elements, 5 years on other components (residential).
Sources: Barrel 6-Person, Harvia KIP 6kW package, accessed Oct 22, 2026.
What to check before you buy
- Heater and power: electric heaters for outdoor saunas usually need a dedicated circuit — confirm the model's requirement.
- Foundation: barrels and cabins need a level, solid base.
- Assembly: check whether it arrives as a kit and how long assembly takes.
Who should buy Redwood Outdoors
Backyard owners who want a traditional sauna experience and like the option to bundle a cold plunge. If you'd rather go infrared indoors, compare Sun Home.