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The best sauna blankets in the UK
The ThermoLab AuraCore Pro Infrared Sauna Blanket is the best sauna blanket for most people. It is the cheapest to run, has a washable insert and a 3-year UK warranty. If you want a premium brand, the HigherDOSE blanket is the one to look at, at £699.
Heat and power are the brands’ own figures. Session cost assumes full power for 30 minutes at 26.32p per kWh. Best on each line marked. Swipe the table on a phone.
A far-infrared sauna blanket you zip yourself into, lying down. It has nine heat levels up to 80°C, a 60-minute auto shut-off, a wipe-clean outer and a washable cotton insert. At 350 W it costs only pennies a session, and it folds flat to slide under a bed.
Buy it if Space is tight and you are happy lying down.
Skip it if You want to sit up, or you want steam.
The smallest homes
People who want the lowest running cost
Evening use before bed
Pros
Only 350 W: cheapest to run here
Washable cotton insert included
Folds flat under a bed
3-year UK warranty
Cons
You lie down rather than sit
Feels gentler than a steam tent
Heat
7.8
Comfort
8.2
Build
8.6
Ease of use
8.4
Value
9.0
Our rating weighs heat 30%, comfort 20%, build 20%, ease of use 15% and value 15%. How we choose
The sauna blanket that made the category popular. It is made from non-toxic, waterproof polyurethane, with far-infrared heating layered with charcoal, clay and crystals, and low EMF. It feels well finished, but it costs more than three ThermoLab blankets.
Buy it if You want the premium brand and finish.
Skip it if Value matters: cheaper blankets do the same job.
Buyers who want a premium brand
Gift buyers
Regular blanket users
Pros
Premium materials and finish
Low EMF
Well-known brand with a big community
Cons
£699 is a lot for a blanket
You lie down rather than sit
Heat
8.2
Comfort
8.6
Build
9.0
Ease of use
8.4
Value
6.6
Our rating weighs heat 30%, comfort 20%, build 20%, ease of use 15% and value 15%. How we choose
A sleek far-infrared blanket from the Australian wellness brand behind the popular blue-light glasses. It rolls out, you slip inside and set the heat, and it packs away neatly. A good choice if looks matter, but there are cheaper blankets that heat just as well.
Buy it if You want a well-designed blanket from a known brand.
Skip it if You are on a budget.
Design-conscious buyers
Existing BON CHARGE customers
Gift buyers
Pros
Sleek design
Well-known wellness brand
Packs away neatly
Cons
£549 is high for a blanket
You lie down rather than sit
Heat
8.0
Comfort
8.4
Build
8.6
Ease of use
8.4
Value
6.8
Our rating weighs heat 30%, comfort 20%, build 20%, ease of use 15% and value 15%. How we choose
A far-infrared blanket from a UK fitness brand, with heat you can set anywhere from 25°C to 80°C. That makes it easy to start gently and build up. FLOE says it has zero EMF shielding and built-in overheat protection.
Buy it if You want to start gently and build up the heat.
Skip it if You want the cheapest blanket.
Beginners
People sensitive to heat
Buyers who want zero EMF
Pros
Wide 25–80°C range
Zero EMF shielding
Overheat protection
Cons
Pricier than ThermoLab or StylPro
You lie down rather than sit
Heat
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Build
7.8
Ease of use
8.2
Value
7.4
Our rating weighs heat 30%, comfort 20%, build 20%, ease of use 15% and value 15%. How we choose
A compact, easy-care far-infrared blanket from a UK wellness brand. It does the basics well and is regularly discounted from £399, which makes it a fair mid-price choice.
Buy it if You can catch it on sale.
Skip it if You can pay less for a longer warranty.
Mid-budget buyers
People who want easy cleaning
Pros
Often discounted
Easy-care outer
Compact to store
Cons
Full price is high
You lie down rather than sit
Heat
7.6
Comfort
7.8
Build
7.8
Ease of use
8.2
Value
7.6
Our rating weighs heat 30%, comfort 20%, build 20%, ease of use 15% and value 15%. How we choose
A low-EMF infrared blanket from the UK beauty-tech brand StylPro. It has adjustable heat and arm openings so you can use your phone or read, and it is one of the cheapest well-known blankets you can buy.
Buy it if You want a simple blanket for less.
Skip it if You want the longest warranty.
Tight budgets
People who want their arms free
Pros
Low price
Arm openings
Low EMF
Cons
Fewer features than rivals
You lie down rather than sit
Heat
7.4
Comfort
7.8
Build
7.4
Ease of use
8.0
Value
8.2
Our rating weighs heat 30%, comfort 20%, build 20%, ease of use 15% and value 15%. How we choose
We compared the infrared sauna blankets sold by established brands in the UK, from £199 to £699. We looked at heat settings, materials, what is in the box, warranty and price, read owner reviews, and rated each one out of 10 on five things:
30%Heat. How hot it gets and how quickly, from the brand’s figures and owner feedback.
20%Comfort. Room inside, headroom, seating and how it feels to use.
20%Build. Frame, fabric, zips, heater and warranty.
15%Ease of use. Set-up, controls, cleaning and packing away.
15%Value. Price against everything above, plus running cost.
For most people, the ThermoLab AuraCore Pro Infrared Sauna Blanket. It has nine heat levels up to 80°C, a washable cotton insert, a 3-year UK warranty and costs £199.99.
Is a sauna blanket as good as a sauna?
It is different. You lie down and infrared panels warm you directly, so it feels gentler than sitting in a hot sauna, but you still sweat. It is the cheapest and most compact way to get regular heat sessions at home.
How much does a sauna blanket cost to run?
Very little. The AuraCore Pro blanket is rated at 350 W, so a 30-minute session costs about 5p at 26.32p per kWh.
How long should a sauna blanket session be?
Start with 15 to 20 minutes on a low setting and build up to 30 to 45 minutes. Drink water before and after, and wear light cotton clothing or use a cotton insert.
Is an expensive sauna blanket worth it?
Premium blankets like the HigherDOSE blanket have nicer materials and a big-brand name, but they heat in much the same way. Pay more for build quality, warranty and finish, not for more heat.
Who should not use a sauna blanket?
Speak to your GP first if you are pregnant, have heart problems, high or low blood pressure, or another long-term condition.
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About Hannah Whitfield
Hannah edits every buying guide on Portable Home Sauna. She has written about home fitness and wellness kit for UK readers for eight years and uses a steam tent at home most weeks.
