Updated October 1, 2026 · HabitatCue Editorial Team
Almost Heaven Saunas vs Ice Barrel
Almost Heaven Saunas
Ice Barrel
Higher score in this comparison
Where Almost Heaven Saunas and Ice Barrel differ
| Compare | Almost Heaven SaunasReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Ice BarrelReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $4,036.50 | $1,149.99Lower |
| Largest capacity (people) | 8Higher | 4 |
| Heater power (kW) | 8 to 9 | 1.88 |
| Plug-and-play (13 A or 120 V) | No | YesHas it |
| Markets | US | US, CACovers more |
Same on both: Warranty (Lifetime), Delivery included (No), Finance (Yes).
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Key differences
- Ice Barrel scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 9.0.
- Price from is lower at Ice Barrel: $1,149.99 vs $4,036.50.
- Largest capacity (people) is higher at Almost Heaven Saunas: 8 vs 4.
- Plug-and-play (13 A or 120 V): only Ice Barrel.
- Support channels: only Almost Heaven Saunas offers Chat.
- Ice Barrel is available in 1 more country.
- Products: only Almost Heaven Saunas offers Sauna, Hot tub.
- Markets: only Ice Barrel offers CA.
Our verdict on each
Almost Heaven Saunas
Almost Heaven Saunas suits buyers in the US who want saunas and cold plunges from one maker and care more about long cover than a low entry price. The lifetime warranty is the standout, and $4,036.50 sets the floor. Delivery sits outside the price.
Ice Barrel
Ice Barrel suits buyers who want both a cold plunge and an infrared sauna from one maker, with lifetime warranty cover that outlasts most rivals. Expect a starting price of $1,149.99 plus a delivery charge, in the US and CA markets only.
Score breakdown
| Area | Almost Heaven Saunas | Ice Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.6Entry price of $4,036.50 ranks 18 of 25, mid table rather than a budget floor, and finance is available. | 9.3HigherEntry price $1,149.99 is lower than the field, and the lifetime warranty underpins lasting value. |
| Offer | 9.1HigherRange covers sauna, infrared sauna and cold plunge for one brand, with room for 8 people and lifetime cover behind it. | 8.9Finance yes, plug and play yes, and delivery is not included, so setup costs sit with the buyer. |
| Trust | 9.7Trading since 1977 under Almost Heaven Saunas LLC in US, with support on phone, email and chat. | Not confirmed |
Which one suits you
Pick Almost Heaven Saunas if largest capacity (people) matter most.
Pick Ice Barrel if cost, price from, plug-and-play (13 a or 120 v), and markets matter most.
Availability and regulation
| Country | Almost Heaven Saunas | Ice Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | United States |
Available in 1 country for both. Additional countries for Ice Barrel: 1.
By the numbers
| Fact | Almost Heaven Saunas | Ice Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $4,036.50 | $1,149.99 |
| Largest capacity (people) | 8 | 4 |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
Also worth a look
Plunge Chill has price from at $79, against $4,036.50 for Almost Heaven Saunas and $1,149.99 for Ice Barrel.
Plunge Chill reviewWhere these facts come from
Almost Heaven Saunas
- almostheaven.com: 13 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Ice Barrel
- icebarrel.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Almost Heaven Saunas | Ice Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Saunas and cold plunges | 19 of 27 | 17 of 27 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Almost Heaven Saunas | Ice Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Sauna, Infrared sauna, Cold plunge, Hot tubCovers more | Cold plunge, Infrared sauna |
| Legal entity | Almost Heaven Saunas LLC | Ice Barrel Inc. |
| Headquarters | United States | United States |
| Founded | 1977 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Phone, Email, Chat, Help centreCovers more | Phone, Email, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Almost Heaven Saunas | Ice Barrel | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $4,036.50above the median | $1,149.99below the median | $2,099 |
| Largest capacity (people) | 8above the median | 4lowest quarter | 7 |
| Warranty | Lifetimehighest quarter | Lifetimehighest quarter | 5 years |
| Heater power (kW) | 8 to 9highest quarter | 1.88above the median | 1.84 |
Median across 21 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Almost Heaven Saunas
Pros
- Lifetime warranty, ranking 1 of 18 brands on cover length, so the buy is protected for longer than most.
- sauna, infrared sauna and cold plunge all sold under one roof, where Lay-Z-Spa lists hot tub, inflatable hot tub and cold plunge, so heat and cold come from a single supplier.
- Room for 8 people, ranking 4 of 21 brands on maximum seats, which suits a family or shared garden.
Cons
- Delivery included: no, so the $4,036.50 entry price does not cover getting a unit to the property.
- Plug and play: no, against a group where 81.2% is 81.2% of brands, so setup is part of the job.
- Entry price of $4,036.50 ranks 18 of 25, so budget shoppers start further down the list.
Ice Barrel
Pros
- Covers two product types, cold plunge and infrared sauna, so a cold plunge and an infrared sauna come from the same maker.
- Lifetime warranty sits at the top of the brands compared on that measure.
- Finance is available, so the $1,149.99 starting price can be split rather than paid up front.
Cons
- Delivery is not included, so the $1,149.99 starting price rises once freight is added.
- Ships to US and CA only, which narrows where the range can be bought.
- Largest listed capacity is 4 people seats, below the higher end of the comparison.
Who each suits
Almost Heaven Saunas
Who it suits
- Buyers who want a sauna and a cold plunge handled by one maker, given sauna, infrared sauna and cold plunge sit together in the range.
- Owners with room for a larger cabin, since the range takes 8 people and covers lifetime cover.
- Shoppers who put warranty length ahead of entry price, and will accept paying $4,036.50 rather than starting lower.
Who should look elsewhere
- Budget first buyers, because $4,036.50 ranks 18 of 25 rather than sitting at the budget end of the table.
- Anyone outside US, since the range ships in a single market.
- Buyers wanting a plug and play setup, since plug and play is not part of the range.
Ice Barrel
Who it suits
- Buyers who want a cold plunge and an infrared sauna from one maker
- Home owners with a garage or spare room and no fixed plumbing budget
- Anyone who plans to keep a unit for a decade and weighs warranty length heavily
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers in markets outside US and CA, where the range does not ship
- Shoppers on a tight budget who want freight included in the sticker price
- Anyone needing a large shared tub, since the range tops out at 4 people seats
Current offers
Almost Heaven Saunas
Current offer
Discount code
Email signup discount on first sauna purchase: up to USD 2,300 off
Exclusions apply; discount provided for subscribing by email
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Almost Heaven Saunas | Ice Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
Almost Heaven Saunas
What does Almost Heaven Saunas cost?+
Entry sits at $4,036.50, which places the brand 18 of 25 on price, so it is a mid table entry rather than the cheapest on the list. Finance is available, which can spread that entry point over time. Delivery is not included in the listed price.
What does the warranty cover?+
The warranty is lifetime, which ranks 1 of 18 brands and sits well above the group median of 4 years. On longer cover, this is the clearest reason to pick the brand. It matters most on barrel and cabin builds, where heaters and timber age fastest.
Ice Barrel
How much does an Ice Barrel cost?+
The range starts at a price of $1,149.99 for the entry cold plunge barrel. Delivery is not included, so freight sits on top of that figure at checkout. Finance is available, which means the outlay can be split into instalments rather than paid in one go.
What warranty does Ice Barrel give?+
Warranty cover is lifetime, which is the longest term among the brands compared on this measure. The company publishing a term that long is a point in its favour for anyone planning to keep a unit across a decade. The figure sits well above the middle of the field.
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Almost Heaven Saunas
Ice Barrel