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Backyard Discovery 2-4 Person Outdoor Barrel Sauna with Electric Heater & Glass Door
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Mar 22, 2026
RANDY
5 out of 5 stars review

Exceptional Product and Experience

When I bought this unit back in mid-December of 2025, there were no reviews yet, so I decided to take a chance and buy it and have not regretted it for one second. I like to use a product for a few months before giving it an honest review so here goes. When I started researching Sauna's a few months ago, there were several things that drew me to this unit. First of all, I loved the look and feel of the Barrel Saunas. I liked that it was a Dry Sauna with the ability to pour water over the lava rocks and create a more humid and steamier environment. I liked the fact that it has the 9KW Heater (which is larger than most of its competitors) and holds 4 people even though it's just my wife and me. I felt that this unit would be more efficient and hold the heat better due to its barrel design. And last but not least it was the best price comparatively that I had found. Between the Installation Manual and the Provided Videos, the assembly was very straight forward and accurate. All parts were there, with the exception of one pack of screws that were mailed to me promptly, and everything was in great shape. I am an Electrician so getting it hooked up was not an issue. Upon completion, I fired up this unit and was immediately impressed at how quickly it came up to temperature and its ability to hold the heat. I love the different light scenarios as well as the ability to control the unit locally or remotely. My wife and I have used this Sauna almost daily since install and I have to say that I see nothing else out there that I would rather have. This thing is awesome! I would highly recommend this Sauna to anyone, and the Health Benefits are amazing.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review. We hope you enjoy!

Apr 28, 2026
Beate
5 out of 5 stars review

outdoor sauna

that’s the best sauna ever it took us about 8 to 10 hours to put together. We love it. We use it every day. Please don’t forget to oil it inside Thank you.

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Apr 14, 2026
WKG77
5 out of 5 stars review

Very nice

My wife and I have thoroughly enjoyed this sauna. It provides good health benefits but has also given us quality time together while visiting. We have had it for about two and a half months. Everything is working well. The value for the money is outstanding. Thank you Backyard Discovery!

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Mar 16, 2026
QPG30
5 out of 5 stars review

Winter Escape

We installed the Backyard Discovery Paxton 4-Person Sauna this winter, and living in the Midwest, it has been one of the best additions to our home. When the temperatures drop and the snow starts piling up, stepping into the warmth of this sauna feels like pure luxury. What I love most is how it brings a bit of Finnish culture into our backyard. The ritual of heating up the sauna, sitting in the deep, dry heat, and then stepping outside into the cold air feels both invigorating and grounding—exactly the way sauna was meant to be experienced. There’s something incredibly satisfying about going from a 180° sauna into crisp Midwestern winter air. The Paxton sauna is the perfect size for our family or a small group of friends. Four adults can sit comfortably, and the layout makes it easy to relax without feeling cramped. The wood interior gives it that authentic sauna feel and smell, which really adds to the experience. It also holds heat impressively well—even on the coldest Midwest days. Once it’s warmed up, the temperature stays consistent and creates that deep, enveloping heat that sauna lovers appreciate. Assembly took some time, but the instructions were clear and the quality of the materials was solid. Once it was up and running, it quickly became part of our winter routine. If you live somewhere with real winters and appreciate the Finnish tradition of sauna culture, the Backyard Discovery Paxton sauna is absolutely worth it. It turns even the coldest days into something to look forward to.

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Feb 13, 2026
Jesse
4 out of 5 stars review

Great product that has made my neighbors jealous!

I do love the sauna! It looks amazing and was easy to assemble. My only issue is that the wifi will not connect even though th sauna is 10 feet from my router. The Bluetooth won’t stay connected either. The heater gets to target quickly and i am happy with this. My only issue is the connection issues with BT and wifi.

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Feb 5, 2026
Matt5
4 out of 5 stars review

Wish it had knobs

I just got our sauna together last weekend and am very happy with it. The materials are very good quality and the finish is very nice. There is plenty of room inside and it heats up quickly. My family is really enjoying it so far. My only complaints were the directions could have been more precise. I feel like I had to do a few steps over because the directions were missing key points. The only other thing I am not happy about is the wi-fi and bluetooth connectivity is not working for me. I get it connectedand then lose it every time. I wish it was just knobs instaed of electronics to work it because these things can get annoying quickly. Other than this I would recommend this sauna to anyone looking for an awsome build.

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Jun 2, 2026
Tom
3 out of 5 stars review

Ok product, some issues

This was fairly easy to put together with 2 people. Customer service has been good so far, the control panel is fairly cheap. They did send a new one that's an updated part when we called on issues with the WiFi. We unfortunately cannot get this hooked up to WiFi and something is wrong with the temperature sensor as the sauna goes to max heat 220, then triggers the safety and we cannot get sauna to turn on without flipping another button on the back. For these reasons we are not that happy with the product.

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May 23, 2026
anonymous
3 out of 5 stars review

Nice, but had to keep it from molding

I love the look of it, and inside layout. However... I have had it for just a month and it is growing mold inside and out. Even keeping it clean, and following the after use instructions. The control panel touchscreen doesn't work consistently.

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Feb 10, 2026
Dragon
3 out of 5 stars review

Good Sauna, some missed opportunities

Overall a good sauna. The only caveats are the wifi/Bluetooth module is inside a farday cage metal box on the outside of the unit. Couldn't get it to work at all more than 5ft away from it. And the LED light, you can't hardwire to the main board even though it has an option for light terminals. You need to install an outlet next to it to use the light. This is an extreme annoyance and overlooked completely by the engineering team. Seems rushed to market in a way.

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May 1, 2026
anonymous
1 out of 5 stars review

Product does not work. Do not buy.

This product does not work. The touch screen to control it is complete dysfunctional. I ordered a replacement touch screen and that doesn’t work. The WiFi connectivity does not work and there is no way to pair it with Bluetooth. There is no way to turn this sauna on or off or control it. The structure is decent, but water and snow get through the cracks. It was incredibly difficult and time consuming to assemble. It is clear they did no quality assurance or any testing whatsoever before they released this to market. Save yourself a lot of trouble and get another product. After speaking to their customer service, it is clear that my issue is not a one off issue. They have a long list of other clients with these same issues.

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Thank you for your feedback. You should not be having these issues. Please reach out to us at 1-800-856-4445 and we can help. We&#39;re here 7 days a week from 8am to 6pm Central. <br />Thank you,<br />Hayley, BYD