SaunaBox Pulse PRO vs Nurecover SaunaPro
Before you save £349 on a sauna tent, look at what heats it.
The Nurecover SaunaPro runs on one carbon ceramic heater and a 660nm light strip. The Pulse PRO builds 6 ThermoCell infrared panels and 320 red and near-infrared LEDs into the tent itself.
6 ThermoCell infrared panels
320 LEDs, 660-850nm, built in
PFAS-free tested fabric
1-Year Limited Warranty · 30-day return guarantee · May be eligible for HSA/FSA through TrueMed
The short answer
If the lowest price is the whole decision, the Nurecover SaunaPro costs £349 less. If you want the heat and the light built into the tent, the Pulse PRO is the better buy: 6 ThermoCell infrared panels instead of one heater, and 320 built-in 660-850nm LEDs instead of a battery-powered 660nm strip, in an OEKO-TEX certified cover with independently tested PFAS-free fabric.
Tested and certified
What the Pulse PRO is certified for
Red light made in an FDA-registered facility. The Pulse PRO's medical-grade 660nm + 850nm red light is produced to strict manufacturing standards.
ThermoCell® panels, ultra-low EMF certified by Intertek. The Pulse PRO's 6 ThermoCell® infrared panels are certified ultra-low EMF under the IEC 62233 standard by Intertek, a globally accredited third-party lab.
Certified cover, PFAS-free fabric. An OEKO-TEX® certified insulated cover, and sauna fabric independently tested and certified PFAS-free.
Why the Pulse PRO
Three things built into the Pulse PRO.
ThermoCell infrared panels built into the tent. The SaunaPro lists one ThermaCore heater.
built-in red light LEDs at 660-850nm. No batteries to buy.
near-infrared light alongside 660nm red. Nurecover publishes 660nm only.
Side by side
Two portable saunas, two different builds.
SaunaBox Pulse PRO
- 6 ThermoCell infrared panels
- Integrated 660nm-850nm red light, 320 LEDs
- OEKO-TEX cover, PFAS-free tested fabric
110V outlet
No tools
Ultra low EMF
HSA / FSA
Nurecover SaunaPro
- 1 ThermaCore carbon ceramic heater, up to 185°F
- LumaCore 660nm strip, batteries not included
- 100% cotton chamber, 5 layers of insulation
Portable pod
120V, 1,500W
8-10 min setup
The numbers
Every published spec, side by side.
| Spec | SaunaBox Pulse PRO | Nurecover SaunaPro |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Sep 14, 2026) | $349 (was $697) | |
| Heat source | 6 ThermoCell infrared panels | 1 ThermaCore carbon ceramic heater, dry heat |
| Max temperature | ~160°F (varies by environment) | Up to 185°F |
| Red light | Integrated 660nm-850nm panel, 320 LEDs | LumaCore 660nm strip |
| 850nm near-infrared light | Yes | Not published |
| Red light power | Built into the tent | Battery pack kept outside the sauna, batteries not included |
| Power | 110V / 1600W | 120V / 1500W |
| EMF | Ultra-low EMF, verified by Intertek (IEC 62233) | Described as low-EMF, lists ETL, RoHS, REACH |
| Cover certification | OEKO-TEX certified insulated cover | Not published |
| PFAS testing | Fabric independently tested PFAS-free | Not published |
| Lining / insulation | MylarMax heat-reflective lining | 100% cotton chamber, 5 layers of insulation |
| Assembled size | 36" x 36" footprint, 68" tall | Not published (packaging 58 x 41 x 32 in) |
| Max user height | Up to 7 ft 1 in | Not published |
| Setup time | 15 minutes | ~8-10 minutes |
| Seat | Foldable wood stool | Anti-microbial foldable chair |
| Floor mat | SweatLock floor mat included | Sold separately ($49) |
| Controller | Bluetooth controller | Bluetooth not published |
| Carrying case | Included | Not published |
| Warranty | 1-Year Limited | 1 year |
| Returns | 30-day return guarantee | 30-day money-back guarantee |
| HSA / FSA | May be eligible through TrueMed | Not published |
Nurecover figures from nurecover.com/products/saunapro, retrieved September 14, 2026. "Not published" means the spec does not appear on Nurecover's product page. SaunaBox figures from the live Pulse PRO product page, same date.
What does the extra £349 buy?
The SaunaPro costs less, and that is a real point in its favour. So the fair question is what the Pulse PRO puts inside the tent for the difference.
Nurecover's spec sheet lists one heater: a single ThermaCore carbon ceramic unit delivering dry heat. The Pulse PRO builds 6 ThermoCell infrared panels into the tent itself.
Nurecover does publish the higher top number, up to 185°F. The Pulse PRO reaches about 160°F, depending on your room. If a bigger number on the display is the only goal, that is their win.
What changes when the red light is built in?
Both tents include red light, and the details are where they split.
The SaunaPro ships with a LumaCore 660nm light strip. Nurecover's own page says the batteries are not included and the battery pack must stay outside the sauna during use.
The Pulse PRO has an integrated 660nm-850nm panel with 320 LEDs. Two wavelengths, red and near-infrared, part of the tent from the first session. No batteries to buy, nothing to set up separately.
What is the tent actually made of?
You sit inside this fabric, sweating, for 20 minutes or more. What it is made of is worth a look.
The Pulse PRO uses an OEKO-TEX certified insulated cover, and its fabric is independently tested PFAS-free. The panels are ultra-low EMF, verified by Intertek to IEC 62233, with a MylarMax heat-reflective lining.
Nurecover lists a 100% cotton chamber with 5 layers of insulation and ETL, RoHS and REACH certifications. Its SaunaPro page does not publish OEKO-TEX certification or PFAS testing.
The Pulse PRO also ships with the SweatLock floor mat, a carrying case and a Bluetooth controller in the box, on a 36" x 36" footprint that fits users up to 7 feet 1 inch.
Straight answer
Where each one comes out ahead.
Where the Pulse PRO wins
- 6 ThermoCell infrared panels built into the tent
- 320-LED 660nm-850nm red light built in, no batteries
- OEKO-TEX certified cover and PFAS-free tested fabric
SweatLock floor mat, carrying case and Bluetooth controller included
Published 36" x 36" footprint, fits users up to 7 ft 1 in
Where the SaunaPro wins
Lower price: $349 vs 
Higher listed max temperature: up to 185°F vs ~160°F
Shorter listed setup: ~8-10 minutes vs 15- Includes a bamboo sweat towel
What reviewers said
What reviewers said about SaunaBox.
"Pulse Pro brings spa-level infrared heat and red light into a truly portable form factor, trading only a bit of headroom and the initial purchase price for everyday convenience and recovery gains."
Recovatech"Nothing better than getting home after a long day and jumping in the sauna! Shoutout SaunaBox! It got me sweating in no time for an evening sweat."
Dwyane Wade"Check out my thoughts on the Sauna Box Pulse! This is an awesome way to enjoy an amazing sauna experience and reap the benefits of an infrared sauna in your own home sauna."
Gabe BultThe Pulse PRO offer
Everything in the box, .
Portable infrared sauna tent- 6x ThermoCell infrared panels
Integrated 660nm-850nm red light panel (320 LEDs)
Bluetooth controller- Foldable wood stool
- SweatLock floor mat
- Carrying case + cords
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
Questions
What buyers ask before choosing.
Which is cheaper, the Pulse PRO or the Nurecover SaunaPro?
The Nurecover SaunaPro is listed at $349 (was $697) on nurecover.com. The SaunaBox Pulse PRO is on saunabox.com. Both prices were checked on September 14, 2026.
Which one gets hotter?
Nurecover lists the SaunaPro at up to 185°F. SaunaBox lists the Pulse PRO at about 160°F max internal heat, which varies by room environment.
Is the Nurecover SaunaPro an infrared sauna?
Nurecover describes its ThermaCore heater as a carbon ceramic heater delivering dry heat, and its product page does not describe it as infrared panels. The Pulse PRO uses 6 ThermoCell infrared panels.
Do both come with red light?
Yes, in different forms. The SaunaPro includes a LumaCore 660nm red light strip, batteries not included, with a battery pack that must stay outside the sauna during use. The Pulse PRO has an integrated 660nm-850nm red light panel with 320 LEDs built into the tent.
How much space does the Pulse PRO need?
The Pulse PRO has a 36" x 36" footprint and stands 68" tall, and SaunaBox says it fits users up to 7 feet 1 inch. Nurecover publishes the SaunaPro's packaging size (58 x 41 x 32 inches) but not its assembled footprint.
What warranty and returns come with each?
The Pulse PRO comes with a 1-Year Limited Warranty and a 30-day return guarantee. Nurecover lists a 1-year warranty and a 30-day money-back guarantee on the SaunaPro.
Can I use HSA or FSA funds?
The Pulse PRO may be eligible through TrueMed. Nurecover does not publish HSA or FSA eligibility on the SaunaPro page.
Where these numbers come from
Competitor facts come only from Nurecover's own website. SaunaBox facts come from the live saunabox.com product page. Where Nurecover does not publish a spec, the table says so.
- https://nurecover.com/products/saunapro
Nurecover SaunaPro product page: price, ThermaCore heater, 185°F, LumaCore 660nm strip, battery pack note, spec sheet, what's included, warranty and guarantee. Retrieved Sep 14, 2026. - https://nurecover.com/products.json
Nurecover store catalog: SaunaPro $349.00, compare-at $697.00; SaunaPro Water-Absorbent Floor Mat $49.00. Retrieved Sep 14, 2026. - https://saunabox.com/products/pulse-pro-portable-ir-sauna-with-redlights
SaunaBox Pulse PRO product page: price, specs, what's included, 1-Year Limited Warranty, 7 ft 1 in fit, Intertek IEC 62233, OEKO-TEX, PFAS-free testing, reviewer quotes. Retrieved Sep 14, 2026. - https://saunabox.com/products/pulse-pro-portable-ir-sauna-with-redlights.js
SaunaBox live price check: , compare-at . Retrieved Sep 14, 2026.