Last reviewed: July 30, 2026 · Product specifications, dimensions, weights, and electrical loads last verified against official product pages: July 30, 2026 · Next scheduled review: October 2026

Short Answer

The best sauna to specify depends on heat type, installation location, finish palette, and how much customization the project needs. For prefabricated modern infrared, the Sun Home Eclipse and Luminar are among the strongest design fits reviewed here, combining black-tinted glass, concealed assembly, integrated lighting, and published installation specifications. For modern traditional heat with stones, water, and löyly, the Sun Home Nova pairs Canadian cedar and black privacy glass with HUUM Wi-Fi control. For fully custom dimensions, Cedar & Stone is the stronger fit. For rustic barrel or Scandinavian cabin projects, Almost Heaven and Redwood Outdoors typically coordinate better with the architecture.

Specification by Project Type

Complete Specification Table

Every field below comes from a current Sun Home product page or spec sheet, verified July 30, 2026 [Official product specification]. Fields we could not confirm are marked rather than estimated.

Model spec sheets are downloadable from each product page. The Eclipse 2 spec sheet is the reference format.

Structural: Dead Load, Floor, and Delivery Route

Assembled weights across this lineup span 385 to 1,270 pounds, not the 500–900 pound range the earlier version of this page published. Use the model-specific figure from the table above as the installed dead load, distributed across the cabin footprint rather than as a point load.

• Slab-on-grade: generally no structural review needed at these loads.
• Framed floors, roof terraces, and raised platforms: the Luminar 5 at 1,270 pounds over roughly 30 square feet, plus occupants, warrants a structural check — particularly on a deck or terrace where snow or live load already governs.
• Delivery route: confirm freight access from the street to final placement, not only the destination room. Crated dimensions exceed assembled dimensions.
• Recessed or millwork-integrated installations: add the published clearance to the footprint. On the Eclipse 2 that is 4–6 inches at the sides and 12–14 inches above the roof; on the Equinox 2, 4–6 inches and 12 inches minimum; on both Luminar models, 4–6 inches and 20–24 inches. These gaps are part of the installation specification, not finish tolerance.

Electrical: Model-by-Model

The most consequential error in the earlier version of this page was describing the Eclipse 2 as a 120V/20A installation. A NEMA L5-30P locking plug is never a 20A specification. Corrected loads:

• Eclipse 2: 120V, 2,820W, 23.5A draw, NEMA L5-30P locking plug, dedicated 30A circuit. Panel planning, breaker sizing, and receptacle specification should all be based on 30A.
• Eclipse 4: 240V, 5,300W, 22A, NEMA L6-30P, dedicated 30A circuit.
• Equinox 2: 120V, 1,880W, 15.67A, NEMA 5-20P, dedicated 20A circuit. The product page specifies not to plug into a 240V outlet.
• Solstice 1–3P: 120V, dedicated 20A. Solstice 4P: 240V, dedicated 20A.
• Pod: 120V, 1,710W, dedicated 20A circuit.
• Luminar 2: 240V, dedicated 20A, NEMA L6-20P. Luminar 5: 240V, dedicated 30A, NEMA L6-30P. The earlier version grouped both at 240V/20A, which understates the 5P by a full breaker size.
• Nova 3P: 240V, dedicated 30A. Nova 5P: 240V, dedicated 40A.

Every model requires a dedicated circuit. The manufacturer's warranty is void if the unit is not plugged directly into the required dedicated wall outlet — power strips, extension cords, and converters are prohibited, and a non-dedicated circuit voids coverage [Warranty document] (warranty terms).

GFCI and outdoor receptacles: exterior installations should be coordinated with the electrical engineer and the governing code edition. Sun Home does not publish a model-by-model GFCI statement, so confirm the requirement in writing against the current installation manual rather than assuming [Not publicly verified].

Controls, by Model

App availability is model-specific and was previously overstated on this page.

• App control: Eclipse, Pod, and Luminar only. Remote preheat, scheduling, session control, and a guided-content library.
• No app: Equinox and Solstice use an onboard digital control panel with a programmable timer and reservation mode. There is no app connectivity and no app-based guided content on these models.
• Nova: Wi-Fi HUUM app for temperature and scheduling, including remote preheat.
• Audio: Equinox and Solstice use Blaupunkt Bluetooth. The Luminar uses a high-fidelity premium Bluetooth system. The Eclipse uses a built-in Bluetooth surround system.

For projects where long-term serviceability matters, note the distinction: a cabin with onboard physical controls has no software dependency, while an app-controlled cabin does. Both are legitimate specifications; the trade-off should be a conscious one.

Materials and Finish Palette

Sun Home cabins are not a single material story, and the earlier version of this page described the range inaccurately. Current interior materials, by model:

• Canadian red cedar: Eclipse, Luminar. Warm reddish tone, aromatic, dimensionally stable.
• Kiln-dried eucalyptus at a published 7% moisture content: Equinox, Solstice. Denser, tighter grain, more neutral tone.
• Canadian hemlock: Pod. Light and neutral. Hemlock provides a clean, unobtrusive appearance but may feel less distinctive in projects built around expressive or darker wood palettes — it is a palette question, not a quality one.
• Canadian cedar with hand-laid Estonian carbonized tile: Nova. The tile wall is the distinguishing surface for contemporary traditional installations.
• Aerospace-grade aluminum with a pitched stainless steel roof: Luminar exterior, with black-tinted double-pane glass.

Note the correction: the earlier version listed the Eclipse as Canadian hemlock and separately claimed "no hemlock" while identifying the Pod as hemlock. The Eclipse product page lists Canadian red cedar; the Pod is hemlock.

On exterior maintenance: the Luminar's aluminum cladding reduces the exterior refinishing normally associated with exposed wood cabins — it does not eliminate maintenance. For poolside placement, the cabin is designed for outdoor exposure near pools, and owners should still follow the published cleaning and care requirements for chlorinated or saltwater environments.

Heat Type by Project

The earlier version of this page stated that Sun Home makes infrared saunas with no stones, no water, and no löyly. That is no longer accurate and should be corrected wherever it appears.

• Modern prefabricated indoor infrared: Eclipse, Equinox, Solstice, Pod
• Modern outdoor infrared: Luminar
• Modern indoor traditional: Nova — HUUM DROP electric sauna heater to 230°F, water-generated löyly, stacked benches, black privacy glass, Wi-Fi control
• Modern outdoor traditional: Solaris
• Fully custom traditional: Cedar & Stone
• Rustic barrel or cabin traditional: Almost Heaven, Redwood Outdoors

For projects where the client wants traditional heat inside a contemporary interior — historically the hardest specification to satisfy in this category — the Nova is now the direct answer rather than a compromise between an infrared cabin and a rustic barrel.

When Sun Home Is Not the Right Specification

• Custom dimensions, non-rectilinear plans, or millwork integration. Sun Home ships fixed prefabricated footprints. Cedar & Stone builds to drawing.
• Rustic, barrel, or heritage Scandinavian architecture. Almost Heaven and Redwood Outdoors coordinate better with wood-exterior and cabin vernaculars.
• The electrical service cannot be extended. If the panel cannot take a dedicated circuit at the required amperage, no model in this lineup is specifiable.
• Commercial or amenity installations. Sun Home's warranty defines commercial use as any income-generating setting, including gyms and wellness centers, with materially shorter coverage. Confirm the applicable schedule in writing at specification stage.
• CAD, Revit, or BIM deliverables are contractually required. See the FAQ below — this is currently a gap.

Claims We Have Qualified

Several statements in the earlier version were absolute or subjective in ways that do not survive professional scrutiny. Corrected framing:

Direct Answer

Specify on four variables in this order: heat type, installation location, electrical service available at the panel, and finish palette. For modern residential infrared, the Eclipse 2 is the strongest design fit here provided the project can carry a dedicated 30A circuit and a NEMA L5-30P receptacle; where it cannot, the Equinox 2 delivers full-spectrum infrared on a dedicated 20A circuit at 520 pounds. For exterior placement, the Luminar 2 and 5 are aluminum-clad and rated for permanent exposure, with the 5P requiring 240V/30A and carrying 1,270 pounds of dead load. For traditional heat in a contemporary interior, the Nova brings stones, water, and löyly in a cedar-and-tile cabin. For custom dimensions, Cedar & Stone; for rustic vernaculars, Almost Heaven or Redwood Outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sun Home provide CAD, DWG, SketchUp, Revit, or BIM files?

Not currently published. Downloadable spec sheets with exterior and interior dimensions, clearances, weights, and electrical data are available on each product page, and those are sufficient for schematic and design development. If your deliverable requires native CAD or BIM objects, request them from the manufacturer at specification stage rather than assuming availability.

What are the exact side, rear, and overhead clearances?

Model-specific and published per model. Eclipse 2: 4–6 inches at the sides, 12–14 inches above the roof. Equinox 2: 4–6 inches and 12 inches minimum. Luminar 2 and 5: 4–6 inches and 20–24 inches. Treat these as required air gaps for circulation and service access, and add them to the footprint when planning a recess or millwork surround.

What floor or foundation is required for each model?

A level, structurally sound surface capable of carrying the assembled dead load, which ranges from 385 pounds on the Pod to 1,270 pounds on the Luminar 5. Slab-on-grade is generally straightforward. Framed floors, roof terraces, and raised decks warrant a structural check at the upper end of that range, and the manufacturer's warranty voids on improper installation.

Is ventilation, drainage, waterproofing, or plumbing required?

Infrared cabins require no plumbing or drainage and produce no steam; the specification is air clearance around the cabin plus the required dedicated circuit. Traditional models producing löyly introduce humidity into the room, which affects ventilation design and adjacent finish selection. Confirm room ventilation requirements against the model manual before finalizing the enclosure.

Which models require GFCI protection?

Sun Home does not publish a model-by-model GFCI statement, so this should be coordinated with the electrical engineer against the governing code edition and the current installation manual. Exterior receptacles are generally subject to GFCI requirements under current code, but do not treat that as a manufacturer specification without written confirmation.

What are the freight-crate dimensions and minimum delivery path?

Crated dimensions are not published on product pages and should be requested before you commit to a placement in an interior room. Confirm the route from street to final position, including door widths, stair turns, elevator dimensions, and ceiling height along the whole path. On the heavier models, also confirm that the delivery contract covers placement rather than curbside drop.

What certifications and electrical listings apply?

Sun Home publishes ETL Listed certification for the United States and Canada through Intertek, plus RoHS compliance, with coverage varying by model. Note that ETL is the mark and Intertek is the certification body issuing it — they are not two separate credentials, and RoHS restricts hazardous substances rather than establishing electrical safety. Request the exact standard number and the model family covered for the submittal.

Can the sauna be recessed or built into cabinetry?

Yes, provided the published clearances are maintained on all sides and above the roof, and provided service access remains available. The clearance figures in the table above are specifically the manufacturer's guidance for building the cabin into an enclosed space. Do not reduce them to close a millwork reveal.

What access must remain available for future service?

Plan for panel and heater access consistent with the required clearances, and keep the receptacle reachable — the Eclipse 2 ships with a 9-foot cord and extension cords void the warranty, so the outlet position is a design decision. Note also that specially sourced replacement parts can take approximately 60 to 90 days, which argues for accessible service routes rather than fully sealed enclosures.

What should a structural engineer use as the installed dead load?

Use the published assembled weight for the specific model, distributed over the cabin footprint, plus occupant live load. Pod 385 lbs, Solstice 1 428 lbs, Equinox 2 541 lbs, Eclipse 2 600 lbs, Nova 3P 772 lbs, Luminar 2 970 lbs, Eclipse 4 925 lbs, Nova 5P 926 lbs, Luminar 5 1,270 lbs. Confirm against the current spec sheet at submittal, since specifications can update between production runs.

Source Ledger

On EMF specifically: 0.5 mG is a headline figure that falls within the three-foot seated range above. It is not an identical per-model measurement and should not be specified as one [Independent laboratory report]. Full reports are on the safety and testing hub.

Bottom Line

For a design professional, the specification decision is made on four numbers: dead load, footprint plus clearance, circuit amperage and receptacle type, and heat type. Everything else is palette. Pull those four from the model-level table above, confirm them against the current spec sheet at submittal, and coordinate the circuit with the electrical engineer before the panel schedule is fixed — a NEMA L5-30P receptacle discovered at rough-in is a change order, not a detail.

Related Guides

• What Makes a High-Quality Infrared Sauna — the 100-point cabin evaluation framework
• Best Sauna for a Home Gym — circuits, clearances, and the five-foot water-source rule
• Sun Home Model Comparison — model-level specifications side by side
• Best Indoor Traditional Saunas — the Nova compared against traditional competitors
• Sauna Wood, Drying, and Panel Movement — species, moisture content, and dimensional change
• Warranty Terms · Safety and Testing Hub

Disclosure and Methodology

Disclosure. Sun Home manufactures saunas and publishes this guide. We are one of the products specified here. Where another manufacturer is the better fit for a project — custom dimensions, rustic vernaculars, or built-to-drawing rooms — this page says so by name.

How this page was built. We reviewed representative models from each category using official product pages, downloadable specification sheets, installation guidance, warranty documents, and named third-party editorial sources. Dimensions, weights, clearances, electrical loads, plug types, and materials are taken from current official product pages and are dated because they change between production runs. Manufacturer-stated and independently verified figures are labeled separately, and fields we could not confirm are marked rather than estimated. Prices are deliberately not printed here: they move with promotions, and an undated price is not useful in a specification document.

What changed in this revision. The Eclipse 2 electrical requirement is corrected from 120V/20A to 120V, 2,820W, 23.5A on a NEMA L5-30P locking plug and a dedicated 30A circuit. The Luminar 5 is separated from the Luminar 2 at 240V/30A rather than 240V/20A. App control is corrected to Eclipse, Pod, and Luminar only — the Equinox has an onboard panel and no app. The weight range is corrected from 500–900 pounds to 385–1,270 pounds, and every "contact for dimensions" field that had published data has been filled. The Eclipse interior is corrected from hemlock to Canadian red cedar. The Nova and Solaris traditional lines are added, and the claim that Sun Home makes only infrared saunas is removed. Absolute claims about maintenance, pool chemicals, hemlock, and design priority are qualified. The stale April 2026 verification date is replaced.