Short answer: Dynamic sells its infrared saunas in three EMF tiers. Standard low EMF models are rated 5-10 milligauss (mG), Elite models with PureTech heaters are ultra low EMF at 3-5 mG, and the full spectrum models are rated near zero EMF, under 3 mG. All three figures are measured 2 to 3 inches from the heating panels, so readings where you sit are lower. Most Dynamic models come in a low EMF version and an Elite version with the same cabin, so you can choose the tier without changing size or layout.
Dynamic EMF Tiers at a Glance
| Tier | Dynamic's rating* | How to spot it | Examples in stock (November 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low EMF | 5-10 mG | Standard model name, carbon far infrared panels | Avila, Barcelona, Bellagio, Bergamo, Cordoba, Gracia, Heming, Lucca, Lugano, San Marino, Santiago, Toscana, Veneto, Venice, Vittoria |
| Ultra low EMF | 3-5 mG | "Elite" in the name, PureTech carbon panels; also the 1-person Sicily and Vero | Avila Elite, Barcelona Elite, Bergamo Elite, Cordoba Elite, Gracia Elite, Heming Elite, Lucca Elite, Lugano Elite, San Marino Elite, Santiago Elite, Toscana Elite, Veneto Elite, Venice Elite, Versailles Elite, Vittoria Elite, Serena Ultra Low, Sicily, Vero |
| Near zero EMF | Under 3 mG | "Full Spectrum" in the name: near zero far infrared carbon panels plus near infrared elements | Cardoba Full Spectrum, Gracia Full Spectrum, Lugano Full Spectrum |
*Measured 2 to 3 inches from the heating panels, per Dynamic's product data. Dynamic also sells other full spectrum models (Santiago, Llumeneres, Serena, Martin, Santorini and the 4-person Vila); check the EMF figure on each listing.
A note on our own listings: the spec box on some low EMF product pages shows "<5 mG". Dynamic's own product data puts its low EMF tier at 5-10 mG, so that is the figure to plan around. When the two differ, go by the maker's data and the owner's manual.
What EMF Means in a Sauna
EMF stands for electromagnetic field. Anything that uses electricity produces one: wiring, outlets, phones, hair dryers and the heating panels in an infrared sauna. Sauna makers quote the magnetic part of the field in milligauss (mG), which you can measure with a handheld meter.
The key fact is distance. A magnetic field falls off quickly as you move away from its source, which is why Dynamic states the distance its figures were measured at. Your back rests close to the rear panels, but your head, arms and legs are further from most of them.
For a sense of scale, the World Health Organization lists typical household readings from German measurements:
| Source | About 1 inch away | About 1 foot away |
|---|---|---|
| Hair dryer | 60 to 20,000 mG | 0.1 to 70 mG |
| Microwave oven | 730 to 2,000 mG | 40 to 80 mG |
| Vacuum cleaner | 2,000 to 8,000 mG | 20 to 200 mG |
| Dynamic low EMF sauna panel | 5-10 mG at 2 to 3 inches (maker's figure) | |
WHO figures converted from microtesla (1 µT = 10 mG). The international guideline limit for the general public is 1,000 mG (100 µT).
What the Health Agencies Say
The WHO says current evidence does not confirm any health consequences from exposure to low level electromagnetic fields, though some gaps in knowledge remain. The US National Cancer Institute notes that in 2002 the International Agency for Research on Cancer classed extremely low frequency magnetic fields, the kind from household wiring and appliances, as "possibly carcinogenic to humans", based on limited evidence about childhood leukemia. "Possibly" means the evidence is limited, not that a link has been shown. Our article on whether infrared saunas cause cancer covers this in more detail.
So choosing a lower EMF tier is a matter of preference, not a medical need. If you'd rather keep exposure as low as practical, an Elite or full spectrum model is the simple way to do it.
Why Readings Can Differ
Two people can measure the same sauna and get different numbers. The reasons are practical:
Distance: a reading pressed against a panel is far higher than one taken at the seat or a few inches away.
Meter type: single-axis meters read differently from three-axis meters, and cheap meters vary widely, so compare numbers taken with the same meter in the same way.
Other sources: the power supply, control box, wall outlet and any phone in the cabin add their own fields.
Which Tier Should You Choose?
Start with size and power. Pick the number of people, the footprint and the circuit you can supply (most Dynamic 1- and 2-person models run on 120V/15A; Dynamic's 3- and 4-person models need a dedicated 120V/20A circuit).
Decide how much EMF matters to you. If it doesn't, the standard low EMF model is the best value. If it does, the Elite version of the same cabin cost about $200 to $700 more in November 2026, depending on the model.
Consider full spectrum. The full spectrum models carry the lowest rating and add near infrared elements, at a higher price. Our full spectrum vs far infrared guide explains the difference, and the full spectrum infrared saunas collection lists them.
Check the exact model. Confirm the figure on the product page and in the Dynamic owner's manuals.
The Lugano is a good example of how the tiers work: the same 3-person cabin comes as the standard Lugano (5-10 mG), the Lugano Elite (3-5 mG) and the Lugano Full Spectrum (under 3 mG). Our Dynamic Lugano review compares all three. Browse the Dynamic infrared saunas collection to see every model, or our infrared sauna EMF guide for how other brands rate their heaters.
Discontinued Dynamic Models
If you own an older Dynamic, some models have been discontinued: the Marseille (DYN-6308-01), the original Llumeneres (DYN-6215-02), the 3-person Vila (DYN-6315-02) and the Bilbao (DYN-5830-01). The Llumeneres continues as a full spectrum model.
