Discover the perfect tent for your garden sauna, events business, or lakeside setup.
Sauna culture is booming in the UK and across Europe, and portable wood-fired saunas have become the go-to choice for people who want heat therapy without the cost or commitment of a permanent build. PortaSauna leads the way with four premium tents, each designed with durability, portability and performance in mind.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the key differences between the HEX, HEXXL, KABIN, and KABINXL, helping you choose the model that best fits your space, lifestyle, or business.
PortaSauna HEX
Best for: Homes, couples, families, small groups
The HEX is our most popular model and the tent that changed the game for portable saunas in the UK. Built with triple-layer insulated walls and a reinforced 600D roof, the HEX delivers rapid heat-up times and outstanding heat retention.
Key Features:
- Seats upto 4 people comfortably
- Lightweight design (tent approx. 14kg)
- Perfect for gardens, patios, lakesides and road trips
- Sets up in 10 minutes
- Reaches 80–110°C depending on wood and airflow
Who it’s for:
Home users, cold-water swimmers, families and those starting their heat-therapy journey.
Dimensions (Erected):
- Width: 350 cm
- Length: 350 cm
- Height: 185 cm
PortaSauna HEXXL
Best for: Events, retreats, bigger groups, businesses
The HEXXL takes everything people love about the HEX and upscales it. More floor space. More bench room. More height. This is the tent used by our ambassadors, wellness groups and PortaSpa event teams across the UK.
Key Features:
- Seats upto10 people
- Taller internal height for more airflow and flexibility
- Ideal for commercial use, retreats, clubs and events
- Rapid 20-minute heat-up time
- Reinforced frame and corners for semi-permanent setups
Who it’s for:
Events businesses, personal trainers, wellness clubs, lidos and larger households.
Dimensions (Erected):
- Width: 350 cm
- Length: 350 cm
- Height: 185 cm
PortaSauna KABIN
Best for: Compact spaces and narrow gardens
The KABIN introduces a new shape to the PortaSauna line. Designed with a rectangular footprint, it’s the ideal choice when you need a sauna that fits into tight or unusually shaped spaces.
Key Features:
- Seats upto 6 people
- Rectangular layout works perfectly in long or narrow areas
- Triple-layer insulation and 600D roof
- Quick setup and easy pack-down
- Great heat retention with a cosy seated layout
Who it’s for:
People with limited space, terrace homes, narrow gardens, small patios and van-life setups.
Dimensions (Erected):
- Width: 180 cm
- Length: 180 cm
- Height: 210 cm
- Door Width: 80 cm
PortaSauna KABINXL
Best for: Groups wanting a cabin-style feel with portable flexibility
The KABINXL is the largest rectangular model in the PortaSauna range with the large door. It has a roomier interior and a more open feel, making it a favourite for group sessions, wellness businesses, and mobile sauna operators.
Key Features:
- Seats upto 12 people
- Spacious rectangular interior ideal for events or group rituals
- Strong, insulated, weather-protected structure
- Semi-permanent feel while staying fully portable
Who it’s for:
Retreat hosts, big families, mobile sauna hire businesses and anyone wanting a cabin-style sauna without the build cost.
Dimensions (Erected):
- Width: 228 cm
- Length: 228 cm
- Height: 210 cm
- Door Width: 80 cm
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