Image: Select SaunasSaunaLife E6
- Thermo-spruce barrel
- Up to 3 seats
- 6'5" interior height
- Heater sold separately
All 1 picks at a glance
| # | Image | Pick | Score | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Image: Select Saunas | Our takeSaunaLife E6 | 6.2Spec Score | $4,390 | Check price (paid link) |
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Verdict: the E6 is the barrel to look at if you’re tall or hate ducking. Its 77" interior diameter gives 6'5" of headroom and room for contoured benches and backrests. But the $4,390 price doesn’t include a heater, so the real cost is closer to $5,600 before installation. This review is based on Select Saunas’ published specs and prices on Oct 9, 2026. We haven’t tested it ourselves.
Key specs
| Spec | SaunaLife E6 |
|---|---|
| Price at Select Saunas* | $4,390 (Select’s compare-at: $6,162), heater not included |
| Bathers (maker) | Up to 3 |
| Exterior size | 59" long × 81" diameter |
| Interior size | 51" long × 77" diameter; 6'5" interior height |
| Walls | Thermo-spruce staves, 1.65" thick |
| Benches | Curved thermo-aspen, 1.1" thick, 17.8" deep, with arched backrest |
| Door | Tempered bronze glass, 5/16" |
| Roof | Black shingle kit with drip edge (included) |
| Lighting | White LED bar with Wi-Fi app and remote; 120V power supply |
| Drainage | Two floor drains |
| Weight | 1,103 lbs |
| Assembly | Two people, one day (maker) |
| Made in | Northern Europe |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime (SaunaLife) |
*Listed on Oct 9, 2026. Select Saunas is a SaunaLife dealer that pays us a commission. Package contents list a heater guard and vents but no heater, stones or controls. Delivery, foundation and electrical work aren’t included.
Image: Select SaunasWhat stands out: headroom. Most 2–4 person barrels are around 6 feet across inside, so you duck at the door. The E6 is 77" across, which also leaves room for real backrests. Thicker staves than most barrels, a roof kit in the box, two floor drains and app-controlled lighting round it out. Tradeoffs: you choose and buy the heater yourself, it’s heavy (1,103 lbs) for its size, and the 51" length means the bench is short; nobody is lying down in here.
Which heater fits the E6?
By our math, the interior is about 137 cubic feet (a 77" circle × 51" long). Harvia sizes heaters by “adjusted” volume, which adds extra for glass, so the glass door pushes the number up. Here’s how that lines up with the Harvia KIP heaters Select sells:
| Heater | Price at Select* | Rated room size (adjusted) | Fit for E6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvia KIP45B (4.5kW) | $1,155 | 100–210 cu ft | Covers the raw volume with margin for the glass |
| Harvia KIP60B (6kW) | $1,195 | 170–300 cu ft | Fits only if glass adjustment puts the room over 170 cu ft |
Both have built-in time and temperature dials and an 8-hour delay timer, run on 240V, and need sauna stones bought separately (the KIP60B takes about 50 lbs). SaunaLife’s own E6 page and installation manual don’t publish a heater size (we checked both on Oct 9, 2026), and Select’s listing doesn’t either. Several other SaunaLife dealers list 6kW heaters (such as the HUUM Drop 6 and Harvia KIP60B) as SaunaLife’s recommended pairings for the E6, and some quote a 4.5–6kW range. Confirm with Select before you buy; an undersized heater heats slowly and an oversized one cycles off too often.
See Harvia KIP heaters at Select Saunas (paid link)
The real price
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| SaunaLife E6 at Select* | $4,390 |
| Harvia KIP45B or KIP60B | $1,155–$1,195 |
| Sauna stones | Extra; price varies |
| Sauna + heater | about $5,545–$5,585 |
Then add a 240V circuit, a 120V outlet for the light, a level base and delivery. By comparison, the Almost Heaven Salem (paid link) is $4,176 with a 6kW heater included, and the Almost Heaven Watoga (paid link) is $4,922 with a 4.5kW heater (per Select’s listing).
Who should buy it
- Anyone over about six feet tall, or who wants to stand up inside.
- Buyers who care about bench and backrest comfort.
- Owners who want to pick their own heater, including Wi-Fi or wood-fired options.
Who should skip it
- Want one price, heater included: the Salem, Watoga or Almost Heaven Vienna (paid link). See Vienna vs Salem.
- Four or more people: the Almost Heaven Pinnacle (paid link) or Almost Heaven Huntington (paid link) (our review).
- No outdoor spot: the indoor Almost Heaven Madison (paid link) (our review).
FAQ
Does the SaunaLife E6 come with a heater?
No. Select Saunas’ package contents list the barrel, roof kit, lighting and a heater guard, but no heater, stones or controls.
How tall is the SaunaLife E6 inside?
6'5", from its 77" interior diameter.
How many people fit in the E6?
SaunaLife rates it for up to 3 bathers.