SunRay Saunas

SunRay Saunas: The Deepest Catalog We Carry

SunRay is the brand to look at if you want real choice. They build indoor and outdoor models, infrared and traditional, single-person up to four-person, plus a small barrel lineup. Every model sits on the same hardware platform with one warranty to track, so you're not picking from a thin selection of two or three best sellers.

SunRay sits firmly in the value-to-mid tier. Construction is honest (kiln-dried Canadian hemlock or red cedar, tongue-and-groove walls, glass doors, factory-finished benches), and the pricing is accessible relative to the boutique brands. If you're shopping your first sauna and want a complete, ready-to-assemble package without stepping up to the $10K+ range, this is where most people land.

Infrared or Traditional? Pick the Heat Style First

SunRay's lineup splits cleanly down the middle. Their infrared models use carbon FAR infrared panels built into the walls, floor, and benches. Heat-up takes 10–15 minutes, the cabin runs at 120–140°F, and the panels warm you directly rather than heating the air. That's the appeal for people who find Finnish-style saunas too intense, or who want shorter sessions during the work week.

Worth knowing upfront: SunRay's infrared saunas are FAR-only, not full-spectrum. They don't include near or mid-infrared emitters, and there's no published independent third-party EMF test report the way some boutique brands provide. SunRay rates the heaters as ultra-low EMF based on their own internal testing, and the customers we hear from are happy with the heat profile. If lab-verified EMF data is non-negotiable for you, that's something to weigh.

Their traditional steam saunas pair with a Harvia electric heater (typically 3kW–6kW depending on cabin size) and lava-rock stones you can pour water over for löyly. Cabin temps run 170–195°F, heat-up takes 30–45 minutes, and the experience is the classic Finnish one. Dry-then-wet heat, real steam, and the option to dial intensity up by adding water. If you grew up around Finnish or Eastern European sauna culture, this is the side of the catalog you'll want.

Indoor or Outdoor? Match the Sauna to Your Space

The indoor infrared lineup includes the Sedona (1–2 person), Sierra and Evansport (2-person), Aspen and Savannah (3-person), and Sequoia, Roslyn, and Bristol Bay (4-person corner). These slot into a basement, spare room, or finished garage. Most run on a 240V dedicated circuit, though the smaller Sedona is plug-and-play on a standard 120V outlet, which is useful if you don't want to call an electrician for your first sauna.

For indoor traditional, the catalog covers Aston (1-person) through Charleston and Tiburon (4-person), with Baldwin, Rockledge, Hampton, Westlake, and Southport filling the middle. Every traditional indoor model is hardwired 240V and needs a licensed electrician. Not optional, not a corner to cut.

Outdoor is where SunRay's backyard catalog gets interesting. The outdoor infrared models (Burlington, Grandby, Cayenne, plus the newer Logan and Pacific) ship with shingled roofs and sealed weatherproof cabins so they hold up to four-season weather. Outdoor traditional includes the Bristow, Eagle, Waverly, Freeport, Seneca, and Denali cabin models, plus a small barrel lineup. The Solace, Aurora, Oasis (canopy), and Galley fill out the barrel sauna side.

Hemlock vs. Red Cedar: How to Choose the Wood

Every SunRay is built from either Canadian hemlock or Canadian red cedar, never both within the same model. The wood choice is locked per model, so it shapes your shortlist before you pick a size.

Hemlock is the lighter-toned wood with a tighter, more uniform grain. It's nearly scent-neutral, which matters if you're sensitive to smell or sharing the cabin with someone who doesn't love cedar. It's the more common choice across SunRay's indoor infrared and traditional models, and it keeps the price more accessible. The Evansport, Aspen, Baldwin, Charleston, and most outdoor models use hemlock.

Red cedar is darker, with that classic warm sauna aroma that intensifies when the cabin heats up. It's naturally rot-resistant, which is a real consideration for outdoor saunas in humid climates. The Sierra, Sequoia, Roslyn, Bristol Bay, and Savannah infrared models are cedar, as are the Denali and Seneca outdoor cabins and the entire barrel lineup. If aroma is part of the appeal, go cedar. Cross-shop our other cedar sauna options if you want to compare across brands.

Sizing Your SunRay

SunRay's "person count" is generous on the spec sheet. A 2-person model fits two adults comfortably, but three is tight. A 3-person model handles two adults plus a kid, or two adults with elbow room. The 4-person Charleston, Tiburon, Sequoia, and Roslyn give you proper bench space for a couple plus friends, and Bristol Bay's corner design slots into a square room without eating the full wall length.

If you're shopping for one person, the Aston (traditional) and Sedona (infrared) both fit a closet-sized space, roughly 36 by 36 inches. Browse our full 1-person sauna selection if footprint is the deciding factor, or jump to the 2-person size range if you want company.

What Ships, What You'll Add

Every SunRay ships as a panel kit. Indoor infrared models go together in 1–2 hours with two people and a screwdriver. The panels clip and bolt with pre-installed hardware. Indoor traditional models take 2–4 hours since you're also mounting the Harvia heater and stones. Outdoor cabins typically run a full weekend; outdoor barrels are stave-built and take 4–8 hours with a level base prepped in advance.

Most traditional and larger infrared models need a dedicated 240V circuit, which means a licensed electrician and, in most jurisdictions, a permit. Plan on roughly $500–$900 for an indoor install close to your panel, or $1,500–$3,500 for an outdoor run depending on distance and trenching. Every product page lists exact amperage and voltage so your electrician can quote accurately. The small 120V infrared models skip this step entirely. Our step-by-step electrical breakdown covers what to expect before you call anyone.

Free shipping is included on every SunRay, and financing is available at checkout. The full home sauna collection includes our other brands if you want to cross-shop SunRay against SaunaLife, Dundalk, or True North before deciding.