Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna
$4,770The entry-level barrel sauna, made in the USA
Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna vs Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna
The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna costs $4,770 and the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna costs $4,999. This comparison covers the full spec sheets of both, the deciding difference between them, and which buyer each one fits.
Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna
$4,999Golden Designs Barrel Sauna
Our verdict
The choice between the Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna ($4,770) and the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna ($4,999) comes down to material. The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers material of Rustic Fir, while the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers Pacific Premium Cedar wood construction Stainless steel hinge and handle. The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna saves you $229; pay the difference for the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna only if that gap buys a spec you will use.
Which one is right for you?
It depends on your situation.
Choose the Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna if
Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna: You want material of Rustic Fir. The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna also costs $229 less than the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna.
Choose the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna if
Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna: You want material of Pacific Premium Cedar wood construction Stainless steel hinge and handle.
Full specs comparison
| Spec | Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna | Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,770 | $4,999 |
| Type | Outdoor Barrel (Traditional) | · |
| Heat Type | Traditional Electric + Rocks | · |
| Temp Range | 180-200°F | · |
| Heat-Up Time | 45-60 min | · |
| Capacity | 2 persons | · |
| Dimensions | 72"W × 47"D × 77"H | with Stove (W x D x H): 74" x 45" x 38" without Stove (W x D x H): 74" x 45" x 25" |
| Weight | · | 610 LBS with Stove / 530 LBS without Stove |
| EMF Level | · | · |
| Power | 240V / 6 kW | · |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime (structure) | · |
Pros and cons
Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna
Pros
- Traditional heat: 190°F+ with real rocks
- Smallest footprint of any barrel sauna
- Heater, rocks, and light included
- Limited lifetime warranty on structure
- Ball-and-socket joints, no glue needed
Cons
- Requires 240V dedicated circuit
- Two-person max, snug for tall users
- Assembly takes 2 people, 4-6 hours
- Annual wood sealing recommended
Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna
Pros
Cons
Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna vs Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna: common questions
How much more does the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna cost than the Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna?
The Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna costs $4,999, which is $229 more than the $4,770 Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna. Beyond price, the main spec difference is material: the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers material of Pacific Premium Cedar wood construction Stainless steel hinge and handle, the Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers material of Rustic Fir.
Is the Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna worth it over the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna?
It depends on the spec you need, and we do not name one of these two better than the other. The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers material of Rustic Fir, while the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers Pacific Premium Cedar wood construction Stainless steel hinge and handle. The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna costs $4,770 and the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna costs $4,999, a difference of $229.
What is the main difference between the Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna and the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna?
The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers material of Rustic Fir; the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers material of Pacific Premium Cedar wood construction Stainless steel hinge and handle. That is the deciding spec difference between the two.
Which is better for outdoor, the Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna or the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna?
The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna is the better fit for outdoor; it is the one we tag for that use. The Almost Heaven Salem 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers material of Rustic Fir, while the Golden Designs St. Moritz 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers Pacific Premium Cedar wood construction Stainless steel hinge and handle.
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