Northern Saunas

A Canadian sauna company offering its own Scandinavian-inspired indoor and outdoor models alongside custom sauna projects and selected third-party sauna brands.

Best for

Buyers who want a broad choice of traditional sauna formats, including outdoor cabins, barrel saunas, modern indoor models and custom sauna projects.

Brand overview

Is Northern Saunas a good sauna company?

Northern Saunas stands out for the breadth of its sauna selection rather than for operating as a conventional single-brand manufacturer. Its catalog combines Northern Saunas' own Scandinavian-inspired models and Leil saunas with products from established sauna brands, giving buyers access to indoor, outdoor, barrel, cabin, infrared and luxury formats through one retailer.

That variety is useful, but it also makes model-by-model comparison important. Materials, heater packages, capacity, assembly requirements and included components vary substantially across the catalog, while many listed prices are promotional. Buyers should therefore compare the complete configuration rather than relying on the headline price alone.

Our take

Northern Saunas is particularly compelling for buyers who want to compare several traditional sauna formats and price levels without shopping across multiple specialist retailers. Its outdoor selection is especially broad, but buyers should distinguish Northern Saunas and Leil models from third-party products sold through the same store.

Buyer fit

Who Northern Saunas is best suited for

Best for
  • Buyers comparing several outdoor sauna formats in one place
  • Homeowners interested in modern cabin, cube and barrel saunas
  • Buyers who want access to multiple sauna brands and heater options
  • Projects ranging from compact home saunas to larger premium outdoor installations
Avoid if

Look elsewhere if you specifically want to buy directly from a single sauna manufacturer or prefer a small, highly standardized catalog with minimal configuration choices.

  • You only want to purchase directly from the original manufacturer
  • You want a very small catalog with few decisions to make
  • Your budget is strictly entry-level
  • You do not want to compare different heater and configuration options
Brand assessment

Strengths & Considerations

Northern Saunas' strongest differentiator is the range of sauna formats and brands available through a single specialist retailer.

Strengths
  • A particularly broad outdoor catalog spanning barrel, cube, cabin and larger luxury sauna formats
  • Northern Saunas and Leil models are sold alongside products from established sauna manufacturers, making cross-brand comparison easier
  • Wide capacity range, from compact one-person models to larger six- to eight-person outdoor saunas
  • Multiple heating configurations are represented across the wider catalog, including traditional electric, wood-burning and infrared options
Things to consider
  • The catalog mixes Northern Saunas and Leil products with third-party brands, so buyers should check who actually manufactures each model
  • Many products are displayed at promotional prices, which means the price observed today may not represent the long-term list price
  • Heater packages and available configurations differ between models, making direct price comparisons less straightforward
  • Larger outdoor models can require substantial site preparation, electrical work, unloading and assembly beyond the advertised sauna price
Before you buy

Confirm these details before ordering

Northern Saunas carries products with substantially different specifications and configurations, so these details should be confirmed for the exact model being considered.

Exact manufacturer, model dimensions and required installation clearances.

Whether the heater, stones, controls and accessories are included in the displayed price.

Voltage, amperage and professional electrician requirements.

Foundation and weather-protection requirements for outdoor models.

Freight delivery, unloading, assembly and access requirements.

Warranty coverage and return terms for the specific manufacturer and model.

Product range

Northern Saunas product range

Northern Saunas carries an extensive mix of indoor and outdoor saunas, with an especially large selection of outdoor cabin, cube and barrel designs. The store combines Northern Saunas and Leil models with products from other sauna manufacturers.

01 Outdoor

Cube & cabin saunas

The largest part of the selection, ranging from compact Scandinavian Halo models to larger Patio, Round Cube and Elysian outdoor installations.

Format
Outdoor cabin & cube
Capacity
1–8 people
Best fit
Backyard wellness spaces
02 Outdoor

Barrel saunas

Scandinavian-inspired barrel models include the Solstice and Odyssey, offering traditional outdoor sauna layouts at a lower starting price than many of the larger cabin designs.

Format
Outdoor barrel
Capacity
Up to 6 people
Best fit
Traditional backyard sauna buyers
03 Indoor

Indoor saunas

Indoor options range from compact Leil Como models to larger Scandinavian-style glass saunas, with additional third-party traditional and infrared models available through the store.

Format
Indoor
Capacity
1–4+ people
Best fit
Dedicated home wellness rooms
04 Premium outdoor

Large & luxury saunas

The upper end of the catalog includes larger cabin configurations, changing rooms, covered porches and premium architectural models for more substantial outdoor wellness projects.

Format
Outdoor cabin
Price
Premium
Best fit
High-end backyard projects
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Key models

Five Northern Saunas models worth knowing

These models illustrate the range from relatively compact outdoor saunas to larger premium cabin designs. Prices reflect the catalog information reviewed for this profile and may change.

01

Scandinavian Halo 2-Person Outdoor Cabin Sauna

At a recorded sale price of $6,999, the two-person Halo is one of the more accessible Northern Saunas outdoor cabin options and is aimed at buyers who want a compact backyard footprint.

02

Scandinavian Eclipse 2–3 Person Outdoor Cube Sauna

Listed at a recorded promotional price of $7,399, the Eclipse combines a compact two- to three-person capacity with the contemporary cube format found throughout the outdoor range.

03

Scandinavian Solstice 6-Person Barrel Sauna

The 7-by-7-foot Solstice was listed at $7,499 on promotion and represents the more traditional barrel side of Northern Saunas' outdoor selection, with capacity for up to six people.

04

Leil Patio M Outdoor 5-Person Sauna

Listed at a recorded sale price of $14,935, the Patio M adds a changing room to the sauna structure and illustrates the step from compact backyard saunas toward larger outdoor installations.

05

Elysian Nocturna Scandinavian Outdoor 6-Person Sauna

At a recorded promotional price of $29,999, the Elysian Nocturna sits at the premium end of the Northern Saunas-branded selection documented for this profile.

Support & warranty

Northern Saunas warranty overview

Warranty coverage varies by product and manufacturer. Several Leil sauna listings on Northern Saunas currently state a 1-year warranty, while Leil’s manufacturer warranty states two years for its products, with different terms for commercial use. Heater and accessory warranties may be provided separately by their respective manufacturers. Buyers should confirm the written warranty for the exact sauna configuration before ordering.

Before ordering, buyers should confirm the applicable structural warranty, heater coverage, exclusions, claim procedure and whether labor or shipping costs associated with a warranty claim are covered.

Alternatives to compare

Other sauna companies to consider

Multi-brand alternative

BSaunas USA

One of the closest comparisons for buyers who value Northern Saunas' broad shopping experience rather than a single-manufacturer catalog. BSaunas USA also brings together multiple traditional sauna formats and brands, making it particularly relevant for buyers who want to compare indoor and outdoor options through a North American specialist.

Outdoor-focused alternative

Redwood Outdoors

A strong comparison for buyers primarily attracted to Northern Saunas' extensive backyard selection. Redwood Outdoors concentrates more heavily on ready-made outdoor sauna formats, giving buyers a more focused alternative when barrel, cabin and contemporary outdoor installations are the priority.

FAQ

Northern Saunas questions

Is Northern Saunas a good sauna company?

Northern Saunas offers a broad selection of indoor and outdoor saunas, including its own Scandinavian-inspired models, Leil products and saunas from other manufacturers. It is particularly useful for buyers who want to compare multiple formats through one specialist retailer.

When was Northern Saunas founded?

Northern Saunas was founded in 2017 in Montréal, Québec, Canada.

How much do Northern Saunas models cost?

Based on the Northern Saunas and Leil models documented for this profile, prices run from approximately $6,762 for a compact indoor model to $29,999 for the Elysian Nocturna outdoor sauna. Promotional pricing is common, so current prices should be checked before ordering.

Does Northern Saunas sell only its own saunas?

No. The store carries Northern Saunas and Leil models alongside products from other sauna manufacturers, including brands such as Auroom, Finnmark, Harvia and SaunaLife.

What types of saunas does Northern Saunas sell?

The catalog includes indoor and outdoor saunas, barrel saunas, cabin and cube designs, infrared models and larger premium outdoor installations.

What should I check before ordering from Northern Saunas?

Confirm the manufacturer, heater package, electrical requirements, foundation needs, freight and unloading arrangements, assembly requirements and warranty terms for the exact model being considered.