Electric cryotherapy machines are pricey for new cryo owners, which is why refurbished cryosaunas can be such great deals. But these devices get a bad reputation because sometimes products labeled as “refurbished”… haven’t been. A true refurbished cryotherapy machine has been inspected, tested and repaired so it can function like a new unit, though it may show minor wear from use. There shouldn’t be any functional difference between a refurbished cryosauna and a new electric cryotherapy machine — other than price and cosmetics.

Getting a Deal on Refurbished Cryotherapy Machines

If you’re shopping for refurbished cryotherapy machines, you’ll need to take a little care to get those savings. That means buying from a reputable cryotherapy distributor, so you know you’re getting an item that’s actually been refurbished.

A reasonable return policy and warranty are important, too; if your refurbished cryotherapy machine turns out to be a dud, you want to be able to return or replace it. The longer the return policy and warranty, the better. Cryotherapy distributors often offer a full 1-year warranty on their refurbished models — just like they do with new items.

But even with a good return policy and warranty, taking care means inspecting your cryotherapy machine the minute you get it home. If you notice any damage or missing pieces, you want to take them back before the return period lapses.

Cryotherapy machine distributors often offer a 1-year warranty on their refurbished models — just like they do with new items.

Also, be aware that you won’t have as wide a selection as you would if you bought new. Refurbished models are usually a bit older, and they may not be available in the size or color you want. These are certainly inconveniences, but the savings can be worth it. New cryo owners often find cryotherapy machines discounted by 10% to 50% — some cryotherapy machines have even deeper discounts.

How to Buy A Refurbished Cryotherapy Machine

While budget cryotherapy machines are out there, it’s far too easy to spend almost $40,000 – $70,000 on a new nitrogen cryosauna or well over $100,000 on a new electric cryotherapy chamber. However, refurbished cryotherapy machines are rare to come by even whenever a new model is released. It’s a great way to pick up a fairly new cryotherapy machine at up to 50% off the original retail price.

We recommend new cryo owners only looking at cryotherapy machines that are three to five years old — and no older than five. Legacy models will be cheaper, but older cryotherapy machines may not be as efficient with nitrogen usage or updated with the latest safety technology. At some point, every cryotherapy machine gets too old, and will need to be refurbished or replaced.

You can find discounts typically running anywhere from 20% to 30% off, so it’s well worth shopping for a refurbished cryotherapy machine. Here are some recent examples of how much you can save on cryotherapy machines from top rated manufactures like Impact Cryotherapy, M-Cryo, Juka, and Cryo Science:

• The M-Cryo XL starts at $34,999 new, or pay $22,000 for a refurbished M-Cryo XL
• The Impact Cryo machine starts at $49,999 new, or pay $34,000 for a refurbished Impact Cryotherapy machine
• The Juka cryosauna starts at $49,999 new, or pay $34,000 for a refurbished Juka cryosauna
• The Cryo Science Arctic cryo chamber starts at $69,999 new, or pay $52,000 for a “certified pre-owned”

“We think it’s always worth cryo owners looking into refurbished cryotherapy machines, but you have to do a price comparison,” said Tyler Slater, co-founder of The Spa Butler. While refurbished cryosaunas and cryo chambers are usually cheaper than new models, sometimes the difference is negligible. Buying from a reputable retailer with good reviews, a good return policy, and warranty will protect you from getting stuck with a headache in the long run.