My Honest Bon Charge Sauna Blanket Review, After 2 Years

I'll admit it: I'm usually the first to hop on the latest wellness trend, but many of them don't live up to the hype. The Bon Charge Infrared Sauna Blanket is a rare exception—and its hype has held up through two years of testing.

After testing hundreds of wellness products over the years (including many of the most popular sauna blankets), this blanket has become my secret weapon for stress relief, muscle recovery, and better sleep.

My Oura Ring consistently shows that even a single session spikes my HRV, lowers my resting heart rate, and improves my sleep quality. More importantly, I truly feel the difference.

We all know recovery is just as important as staying active—and a fun byproduct of my job is always staying up to date on science-backed recovery routines. One of which is infrared saunas.

Infrared saunas have been linked with speedier muscle recovery1, lower stress levels, improved cardiovascular health, detoxification, and even skin support2.

After hearing so many experts tout these perks and diving deep into the research myself, I discovered sauna blankets: the wellness-enthusiast-approved hack to reap these benefits at home (for a lower cost and with less space required).

Again, I've been using the Bon Charge Infrared Sauna Blanket for about two years. At this point, it's not just an occasional habit; it's a core part of my well-being and recovery routine—and I can seriously tell the difference when I'm not being consistent with it.

The results speak for themselves

It's typically very hard for me to stick with a routine that doesn't show immediate physical results (likely why I'm not the best with meditation)—and that's why I love that the Bon Charge blanket showed its value almost immediately. What's more, the device offers long-term benefits as well. 

As soon as I slide into my sauna blanket, I feel my body and my mind relax. Even just the act of replacing my typical evening of Netflix on the couch with 20 minutes in my sauna blanket helped me feel calmer and more at ease.

Recently, after a week or so away from my blanket, I used it again, and that night I slept better than I had in weeks. I saw my HRV go from 100 the night before to 127, my resting heart rate dipped from 41 to 39, and my overall Oura Readiness Score jumped from 78 to 94—and there was nothing else I did differently that day.

In addition to the sleep and heart-health benefits I've experienced, I also see a significant improvement in my mood and stress levels when I'm consistent with the sauna blanket, and my body is able to bounce back more quickly after workouts.

It heats up so quickly

Even after all this time, I'm still impressed by how quickly this blanket heats up and how much I sweat. (Warning: You will sweat a lot.) Unlike other sauna blankets I've tested, this one actually gets hot enough to almost mimic the full sauna experience—which is a huge reason it continues to be a staple in my routine, even though I own multiple other options.

The design is comfortable, durable, and easy to use

This, in my opinion, is the best-designed sauna blanket on the market. It's so comfortable to lie in and feels incredibly durable.

While I don't think there is any way around this, I do wish this sauna blanket was more portable. It does come with a bag for easy storage and to make portability slightly easier, but (at nearly 20 pounds) it's simply too heavy to travel with. 

I've tested countless products that aim to improve your well-being, and few stick in my routine for the long haul. 

Whether I'm winding down after a stressful day, hoping to speed up muscle recovery, or prioritizing deeper sleep, the Bon Charge Infrared Sauna Blanket is my go-to at-home tool for improving my well-being.