SaunaBox Review (2 Month Update) | Is It Still Worth It?
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- Опубликовано: 16 июл 2024
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We're revisiting our SaunaBox Smart Steamkit Review after owning it for 2 months. Do we still feel it's worth it? How has it held up? Does it really work?
We answer some of the most asked questions, including:
How hot does the SaunaBox actually get?
How do you keep the SaunaBox clean and/or does it get mildew and moldy?
How well does it hold up over time?
For more information about the SaunaBox, read our full- review: recovatech.com/saunabox-review/
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction
0:56 How has it held up?
1:24 One issue
3:45 Customer Complaint
4:12 Question One
5:15 Dry vs Steam Sauna
6:21 Question Two, How To Keep it Clean
8:00 How to get the most out of the SaunaBox
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Lived in the Caribbean for a long time and the east coast. The thick humidity is amazing!!!
Just bought one, Thank you for the discount. I plan on leaving it in the garage so hopefully the fiberglass frame doesn't get brittle over time from the cold
I appreciate that! I'm definitely looking forward to warmer temps outside. That said, I hopped in today and it was about 60 degrees out and the tent got HOT! I'm really curious to see how it will be in the summer. I'm guessing I won't be in there for more than 10 minutes.
Windows made from fiberglass is an upgrade from vinyl due to its durability in temp changes. If the poles are indeed fiberglass they should do fine
I should be receiving my saunabox and cold plunge combo today! Super stoked. I was going to set it up in the garage so hopefully it doesn't cause an issue with too much moisure in the house but I was going to just open the garage and setup a fan to help vent/dry it out.
One thing I would recommend is using distilled water only to prevent calcification and all that crap gumming up the machine. Idk if you mentioned that or not. Solid review ty.
The SaunaBox contains the steam really well, so the only time it will air out is when you open the door. Honestly, I don't think it will have any more impact than if you took an extended hot shower in your bathroom. Yeah I agree, air it out with a small fan and you should be good. Great point about using distilled. Not a bad idea all around. Thanks for commenting!
I used it last night and man this thing really packs a punch for what it is! I was drenched. Love it so far.@@Recovatech
@@mattk3445 yeah, it can get pretty intense, especially as it gets warmer outside.
Had the same problem with my first One, distilled only. No tap water
I got one,,,love it !
I also had an F fitting crack along with 2 adjoining fittings. I reached out to customer service and they sent a new one over right away.
That's actually really great to hear! I spoke with them in the past and beefing up the fittings was one of the priorities for future models.
This happened to me yesterday but it was an E fitting. Haven't contacted them yet as once I fully connected all the pieces, it seems to be holding ok for now.
At first I didn’t like it wasn’t too hot but after my gym sanua went out for a month I got adjusted to the sanua box and I really like it now definitely stand inside the box don’t sit down you’ll feel it more if you stand I shadow box in there with light dumbbells I come out sweating sweating
I just got out of mine and I love it love love love it
For what it is and what it's supposed to do, it's great, I agree.
What would be the best matt to put under and around the saunabox? I am putting it on my screened in back porch that has a concrete floor. I will also have my portable ice plunge there down from it
A thermal blanket on the top and insulated steam lines will improve the temp
Great ideas! Stay tuned. New video of an updated SaunaBox with better insulation is about to drop!
How do you think this would do in a finished basement? Is it best to have this outside?
Totally doable. The sweat mat does a great job collecting most of the water/sweat, but I would still place it on something that could stand up to some moisture (no carpet). As far as the steam, it's really well self-contained in the tent and when you do open it, it's a quick burst of steam and then it dissipates right away. No more than a shower if that helps. When you're done, open it up all the way and use a fan to dry it out for an hour or so. Very low maintenance overall.
So if i keep in garage which can get into low 90’s in Florida , it should not be affected by “ cooler” air
Not a chance. I've noticed as it's getting warmer outside that I'm actually scaling back the amount of time I spend in it. I've always kept it on the highest setting and could go 20+ minutes. Now I get to about 15 and I'm done. Just feels so much hotter inside.
Any word on if they will add infrared in the future? Leaning towards nurecover for that reason
Still no word. That said, I'd be really curious to test that red light strip to see if it, in fact, does transmit 660nm wavelengths. To be clear I don't have anything against, Nurecover. Just curious to know. BTW, I noticed they now have a PRO sauna with extra insulation. That might be worth trying. If you go that route, this will get you 20% off anything: www.nurecover.com/discount/RT20
So.. I feel like I have to turn on off every time I want to use the sauna. Reason being is the water doesn’t travel to water collecter. Have you have you had this issue?
You're saying the steam doesn't travel through the tube to the collector? I'm not sure what's happening there, but no, I haven't had a single issue.
I bought the Nurecover version which seems to be more quality built than Saunabox. It is on the way shopping to me in 2 days. I'm super excited about it.
Curious, what makes you say it's better quality?
I have both the SaunaBox is better quality.
I watched a ton of reviews and I was gonna do the Nurecover truthfully but the sauna box has rails on the side not just up and down. It has a mat on the bottom to protect from ripping etc. I was gonna do nure but after everything I’ve watched and read the sauna box is what I’m going with. I wanted the nurecover cause it has a read light therapy one and it said it’s wider but again it doesn’t look like it really is
@@JoeD0920 I've been really happy with the SaunaBox and hopefully you will be too. Thanks for commenting!
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What are your thoughts on the 1love dome saunas?
Never tried it. I did have a sauna blanket from HigherDose and I think they'd be similar. I thought it worked well. I kind of didn't like just lying on the floor for 45 minutes, sweating in a bag. In the end, not my thing. At least in the SaunaBox I can sit/stand and move around a little.
Do you use an extension cord for your sauna box?
Yes, I have an outlet outside.
Do you leave yours outside? Or if anyone else leaves it outside, I'd like to hear how everyone protects it from the elements?
I do. I have it under a Gazebo so usually the sides do get wet when it rains. despite that, it still looks great!
What water should use for the sauna ?
If you don't have distilled, then purified water for sure. You're breathing in that water vapor so you want to make sure it's as pure as possible.
If it’s freezing temps outside and some wetness on the sauna when it is left outside in freezing temperatures, will the ice damage it?
For long-term longevity, I'd minimize the amount of direct exposure to the elements, especially if it's getting covered in ice.
Is this safe indoor/basement? Guessing it needs to be by a window or a fan to flow the steam out?
Sure you can. The steam is pretty much contained while the door is closed, but once you're done, be sure to air it out really well. You could simply use a fan to dry it out. I know a lot of people are concerned about the steam causing damage, but it's not much different than taking a hot shower with the door closed.
Can it be used inside our bathroom? We have a ton of space
Absolutely! You can use it anywhere indoors. I would just make sure you have good ventilation to air it out afterward. That could simply mean to run a fan to get rid of the condensation inside the tent. You just don't want it sitting there and not drying out.
Is it ok to use it indoors ?
Absolutely, as long as you use caution. The sweat mat does a great job at absorbing water, but I'd put a waterproof mat underneath the entire thing. Also, just like outdoors, you want to make sure you air it out really well afterward. Otherwise, the steam is well contained and once you do open it, I don't think it's more than what a hot shower would put off.
Don’t see the discount code.
If you click the link, it will automatically apply 10% off. Thanks for watching!
Have you found a sauna in there yet?
Wipe down, air out ,easy maintenance 🏆
Exactly! Super easy to maintain.
Do you think 2-3 people could stand inside without the chair?
2 for sure. 3 it would be tight!
Indoor, level 4, 30 mins,,,cooks me out,,,nice wet sauna !
Still holding up okay after another 2 months?
5 months total now and yep, still looks new-ish :) Pretty surprising because again, I do keep it outside. It's covered, but still very much exposed to the elements.
@@Recovatech Awesome! Thanks for the reply!
@@Recovatechand there’s no micro plastics?
@@Milanboyxo based on their website, no. saunabox.com/pages/certifications
look cheaply made? does it works? help u lose weight?
I mean you are right in a way. There's not much to it really, but it does exactly what they say it will. Yes, you'll sweat like crazy.
@kntwing23 You need to diet to lose weight! If the sauna could do that then everyone would have one or be at a gym with one
How long does the water last in the steam unit?
Great question! Including warm up time, after about 35 minutes of use it's still about 1/2 full.
do u come out all sweaty?
It’s a sauna
After using the heat sauna does taking a shower ruin the point of it?
I don't think so. Contrast therapy is pretty popular, where people will get in a suana and immediately jump in cold water afterwards. You'll be sweating so much, a shower is a must, IMO.
Wish I could return mine, it leaves this nasty chemical taste and smell that lingers for days in the back of my throat and nasal passages, i mean the whole thing is full of plastics, nylons and other materials that are subjected to heating, who knows what plethora of unregulated and untested chemicals are put into it in the Chinese factory where it is made.
That's too bad. Haven't had that issue at all. Even from the initial setup I didn't have any weird smells. Do you use distilled water? They're the only portable sauna tent company that I know of that at least provides a list of non-toxic certifications: saunabox.com/pages/certifications
Sorry to hear that. I have had mine for a month or two and used it everyday with no smells. Maybe it will get nasty as it goes.
My main complaint is I think the zipper is going to wear out fast since it holds the tension of the door and when you leave it open it bends. Wish they had an internal frame for the poles
@@rougechampion I worry about the zipper too. It hasn't come apart yet, but makes me nervous every time I close it. Word is, they're going to beef it up with future orders. We'll see.
do you clean after every use?
@@rentalcity21 not every time. I just make sure it airs out completely and is dry.
My zipper is completely broken. Seams have busted. Water leaks everywhere (yes i use it on max setting for about 45-60 mins use) used it about 60 days and now its fully broken as seems popped and zipper broke off. I upgraded to a real sauna. They are fairly cheap. BTW I use everyday so my wear and tear is more then most. I
YMMV I guess. 3.5 months, kept outside, used all the time and still no issues with mine. They have a 2 year warranty, but that probably doesn't matter since it sounds like you bought something else.
I will say this made me want a real sauna. Which is positive. @@Recovatech
Which one did you go with for the real sauna?
@@Recovatech water didn’t leak all over floor?
@@Topsquadjapan not with the mat down.