Last reviewed: July 31, 2026 · Specifications and prices verified: July 31, 2026 · Next scheduled review: October 2026
Divide Sun Home's lineup by sauna type first. Choose the Nova traditional line for water-on-stones löyly and traditional-range temperatures. For infrared: Solstice for the lowest cabin price, Equinox for indoor full-spectrum value, Eclipse for full-spectrum plus factory-integrated 650nm and 850nm red light, Pod for a compact one-person red-light cabin, Luminar for purpose-built outdoor infrared.
Editorial note: Sun Home wrote this guide to its own current lineup, with every specification and price traced to the exact current product pages and official documents cited in the numbered source notes, verified July 31, 2026. Specifications, controls, electrical requirements, and warranty terms vary substantially by model, so this guide compares exact models rather than brand-wide generalizations, and says so where a detail is not published. Confirm the exact model's capacity, dimensions, circuit, controls, current price, and component-level warranty on its product page before purchase.
The First Decision: Traditional or Infrared
| First decision | Recommended line |
|---|---|
| Traditional water-on-stones heat and löyly | Nova traditional line [1] |
| Lowest-priced indoor infrared cabin | Solstice [2] |
| Indoor full-spectrum infrared value | Equinox [4] |
| Full-spectrum infrared plus integrated red light | Eclipse [5] |
| Compact one-person infrared plus red light | Pod [7] |
| Purpose-built outdoor infrared | Luminar [8] |
The Nova Traditional Line: A Different Buyer Path
The Nova is not an infrared cabin and should not be compared as one: it is Sun Home's indoor traditional sauna line, built in Canadian cedar with dual-stack benches, heated by a HUUM DROP water-on-stones heater with Wi-Fi control, producing traditional löyly steam and published temperatures up to 230°F, well above any infrared cabin's range [1]. Choose the Nova path if the experience you want is the traditional one, high heat, water on stones, and steam bursts; choose the infrared families below if you want lower ambient temperatures, radiant heating, faster plug-in style installation on some models, or integrated red light. The rest of this guide compares the infrared lineup; Nova sizing and specifications live on the traditional line's product pages.
The Infrared Lineup at a Glance
| Model | Capacity | Wood | Infrared type | Red light | Published max temp | Controls | Price (verified July 31, 2026; promotions can change) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solstice 1 | 1-person | Kiln-dried eucalyptus [2] | Far-infrared [2] | None | Not prominently published [2] | Digital panel, timer, reservation mode; no app [2] | $4,999 sale; $5,599 list [2] |
| Solstice 4 | 4-person | Kiln-dried eucalyptus [3] | Far-infrared, 10 heaters, 2,750W [3] | None | Not prominently published [3] | Digital panel, timer, reservation mode; no app [3] | $7,799 sale;
$7,799 |
| Equinox 2 | 2-person (3-person available) | Kiln-dried eucalyptus, published 7% moisture [4] [9] | Full-spectrum: halogen near-infrared plus carbon far-infrared [4] | None | 165°F independently reported [12] | Built-in interior panel, 24-hour timer, reservation mode; no app [4] | $6,099 sale;
$6,099 |
| Eclipse 2 | 2-person | Canadian Red Cedar [5] | Full-spectrum: 6 far-infrared plus 2 full-spectrum heaters, 2,820W [5] | Standard: 360 LEDs, dual 900W opposing panels, 650nm and 850nm [5] | 165°F [5] | Panel plus app: remote operation and guided breathwork [5] | $9,999 sale; $10,599 list [5] |
| Eclipse 4 | 4-person; interior 85.7" × 50" × 76.7" [6] | Canadian Red Cedar [6] | Full-spectrum: 12 far-infrared plus 4 full-spectrum heaters, 5,300W [6] | Standard: two front-mounted towers, 360 LEDs, dual 900W, 650nm and 850nm [6] | 165°F [6] | Panel plus app [6] | $12,999 sale;
$12,999 |
| Pod | 1-person | Canadian Hemlock [7] | Far-infrared: 11 heaters in four zones [7] | Standard: integrated red and near-infrared light; wavelengths per current product documentation [7] | 149°F [7] | App-enabled [7] | $6,599 sale;
$6,599 |
| Luminar 2 | 2-person, outdoor | Aluminum exterior, Canadian Red Cedar interior [8] | Full-spectrum [8] | Optional add-on, not standard [8] | 170°F [8] | Panel plus app [8] | $10,999 sale;
$10,999 |
| Luminar 5 | 5-person, outdoor | Aluminum exterior, Canadian Red Cedar interior [8] | Full-spectrum [8] | Optional add-on, not standard [8] | 170°F [8] | Panel plus app [8] | $13,899 sale;
$13,899 |
Solstice 2-person and 3-person sizes also exist with specifications on their product pages; this table shows the sizes verified for this review.
The Electrical Table, Exactly
Every Sun Home sauna requires a dedicated circuit, and the requirements differ enough that they should drive model selection early. Never group models merely because they share a voltage: the Eclipse 2 is 120V but draws 23.5A on a locking 30A receptacle, which is not interchangeable with an ordinary 20A circuit.
| Model | Voltage / wattage / continuous draw | Required circuit and plug | Electrician normally needed? | Setting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solstice 1 | 120V [2] | Dedicated 20A [2] | Only if no dedicated 20A circuit exists at the location | Indoor |
| Solstice 4 | 240V, 2,750W [3] | Dedicated 20A, NEMA 6-20P [3] | Yes, for the 240V circuit in most homes | Indoor |
| Equinox 2 | 120V, 1,880W, 15.67A [4] | Dedicated 20A, NEMA 5-20P [4] | Only if no dedicated 20A circuit exists at the location | Indoor |
| Eclipse 2 | 120V, 2,820W, 23.5A [5] | Dedicated 30A, locking NEMA L5-30P [5] | Yes, in most homes | Indoor |
| Eclipse 4 | 240V, 5,300W, 22A [6] | Dedicated 30A, NEMA L6-30P [6] | Yes | Indoor |
| Pod | 120V, 1,710W, 14.2A [7] | Dedicated 20A, NEMA 5-20P [7] | Only if no dedicated 20A circuit exists at the location | Indoor |
| Luminar 2 | 240V [8] | Dedicated 20A, NEMA L6-20P [8] | Yes, for the outdoor 240V circuit | Outdoor |
| Luminar 5 | 240V [8] | Dedicated 30A, NEMA L6-30P [8] | Yes, for the outdoor 240V circuit | Outdoor |
By Budget
Verified sale prices, lowest to highest: Solstice 1 at $4,999 is the entry point to the lineup; the Equinox 2 at $6,099 is the least expensive full-spectrum cabin; the Pod at $6,599 is the least expensive path to integrated red light; the Solstice 4 at $7,799 is the least expensive four-person cabin; the Eclipse 2 at $9,999 adds full-spectrum heat plus the dual 650nm and 850nm panel system; the Luminar 2 at $10,999 is the outdoor entry; the Eclipse 4 at $12,999 scales the red-light flagship to four people; and the Luminar 5 at $13,899 tops the range outdoors. All figures verified July 31, 2026; promotional pricing can change.
Features That Vary by Model
| Feature | How it varies |
|---|---|
| Heat type | Traditional water-on-stones (Nova); far-infrared only (Solstice, Pod); full-spectrum (Equinox, Eclipse, Luminar) [1] [2] [4] |
| Red light | Standard on Eclipse and Pod; optional add-on on Luminar; none on Solstice and Equinox [5] [7] [8] |
| App control | Eclipse, Pod, and Luminar: app-enabled (remote operation and guided breathwork per current documentation). Equinox and Solstice: physical panel, 24-hour timer, and reservation mode, no app currently listed [4] [5] |
| Audio | Blaupunkt Bluetooth on Equinox and Solstice; high-fidelity premium Bluetooth on Luminar; Bluetooth audio on Eclipse [4] [8] |
| Chromotherapy | Included across the infrared cabins; configurations vary by model page [2] [5] |
| Wood | Eucalyptus (Solstice, Equinox), Canadian Red Cedar (Eclipse), Canadian Hemlock (Pod), cedar interior with aluminum exterior (Luminar), Canadian cedar (Nova) [1] [4] [5] [7] [8] |
| Electrical service | From dedicated 120V/20A to dedicated 240V/30A; see the electrical table [5] [6] |
| Testing scope | Brand-level and single-unit laboratory documentation on the testing hub, not separate published results for every model [10] |
| Warranty | Component- and model-specific; see the warranty table [11] |
| Setting | Indoor (all except Luminar); outdoor purpose-built (Luminar only) [8] |
The Four-Question Decision Tree
1. Do you want traditional water-on-stones heat and steam? Yes: the Nova traditional line, and stop here. No: continue. 2. Will the sauna live outdoors? Yes: Luminar 2 or Luminar 5, both purpose-built for exposure on dedicated 240V circuits. No: continue. 3. Do you want red light built in? Yes: the Pod for one person on a dedicated 120V/20A circuit, or the Eclipse 2 or Eclipse 4 for the dual-panel 650nm and 850nm system, noting the Eclipse 2 needs a dedicated 120V/30A locking circuit and the Eclipse 4 a dedicated 240V/30A circuit. No: continue. 4. Far-infrared value or full-spectrum? Lowest price and far-infrared only: Solstice, from $4,999. Full-spectrum at the value tier: Equinox 2 at $6,099 on a dedicated 120V/20A circuit, with panel-and-timer controls and no app dependency.
Warranty, at the Component Level
| Term (qualifying U.S. purchases on or after March 4, 2026) | Eclipse and Pod | Luminar | Equinox and Solstice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabinetry and heaters | Limited lifetime, defined in the applicable terms as up to 7 years [11] | Limited lifetime, defined as up to 7 years; exterior 3 years [11] | 7 years [11] |
| Controls | 3 years [11] | 3 years [11] | 3 years [11] |
| LED lighting, glass, audio | 1 year [11] | 1 year [11] | Glass and audio: 1 year [11] |
| Parts, labor, and shipping | Fully covered for the first 90 days; afterward, customer-paid labor and shipping on covered parts claims [11] | Same 90-day provision [11] | Labor and shipping not clearly specified in the model-specific sections; confirm in writing before purchase [11] |
"Limited lifetime" is defined by the applicable written terms, not lifetime ownership coverage, and Sun Home states that it may coordinate technician service depending on location, model, availability, warranty status, and the specific claim; read the complete current terms before purchase [11].
Testing, Scoped Honestly
Sun Home's laboratory documentation is brand-level or single-unit, and this guide does not assign one number to every model: the Vitatech VTE-3534 summary reports distance-based magnetic-field ranges, 0.6–4.0 mG at one foot, 0.4–1.8 mG at two feet, 0.3–0.9 mG at three feet, across the reported 120V and 230V heater configurations, and the public summary should not be presented as a separate 0.5 mG result for every model, position, or seat [10]. One sampled Sun Home sauna measured 27 µg/m³ TVOC under the April 2, 2026 test conditions (VERT Environmental, analyzed by LA Testing under EPA Method TO-15), a single-unit result that should not automatically be assigned across the lineup, alongside a June 18, 2026 adhesive analysis by Applied Technical Services [10]. Specified indoor models are ETL Listed through Intertek for applicable U.S. and Canadian safety standards, with separate RoHS compliance documentation; Intertek administers the ETL mark, so this is not four separate certifications [10].
What We Could Not Verify
The Pod's exact red-light wavelengths are not visibly published in its current specification and are stated here only as per current product documentation. Nova line pricing, sizes, and exact model specifications live on the traditional collection's product pages and are summarized here at line level only. Solstice 2-person and 3-person details, exact interior dimensions for models beyond the Eclipse 4, and the Solstice line's maximum temperatures are not republished because they were not verified to this guide's standard on the review date; use each product page's current specification block. App functions beyond remote operation and guided breathwork are not claimed. Promotional prices change without notice; all figures shown were verified July 31, 2026.
Bottom Line
Decide the heat first: traditional löyly means the Nova and ends the search; everything else is infrared, and the infrared choice is a budget-and-features ladder with an electrical plan attached. The Solstice 1 at $4,999 is the least expensive seat in the lineup; the Equinox 2 at $6,099 is the full-spectrum value with app-independent panel controls on an ordinary dedicated 20A circuit; the Pod at $6,599 is integrated red light in one person's footprint on the same simple circuit; the Eclipse 2 at $9,999 and Eclipse 4 at $12,999 are the red-light flagships, with dedicated 30A circuits to plan for; and the Luminar 2 at $10,999 and Luminar 5 at $13,899 are the purpose-built outdoor cabins at 170°F. Check the electrical table before falling for a model, confirm the exact warranty terms in writing, and buy from the product page's current specification block, because that is exactly what this guide did.
About Sun Home Saunas
Sun Home Saunas is a current-generation premium sauna brand based in San Diego, founded 2021 and ranked No. 20 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 (Inc.). Its laboratory documentation is published on the testing hub, its lineup has exact-model independent hands-on coverage including Fortune's Best Outdoor Sauna Overall for the Luminar, The Good Trade's long-term Luminar review, and Garage Gym Reviews' Equinox testing, and it is BBB A+ rated and accredited as of July 31, 2026 [10] [12] [13] [14]. Sun Home wrote this guide to its own products; every claim traces to the current pages cited below.
Direct Answers
Which Sun Home sauna is best?
Best depends on the need: the Nova for traditional water-on-stones heat, the Solstice for the lowest infrared price, the Equinox for full-spectrum value with panel controls, the Eclipse for full-spectrum plus the integrated dual 650nm and 850nm red-light system, the Pod for compact one-person red light, and the Luminar for purpose-built outdoor placement at a published 170°F. There is no single best model; there is a best match per buyer.
What is the cheapest Sun Home sauna?
The Solstice 1 at $4,999 sale ($5,599 list), verified July 31, 2026, a one-person, far-infrared eucalyptus cabin with digital panel controls on a dedicated 120V/20A circuit. The cheapest full-spectrum cabin is the Equinox 2 at $6,099, and the cheapest path to integrated red light is the Pod at $6,599. Promotional pricing can change; confirm on the current product page.
Which Sun Home saunas have the app?
The Eclipse, Pod, and Luminar are app-enabled, with remote operation and guided breathwork per current documentation. The Equinox and Solstice use built-in physical panels with a 24-hour timer and reservation mode and do not currently list app control, a genuine advantage for buyers who prefer app-independent operation. Additional app functions should be confirmed against current app documentation.
Which model has the simplest electrical requirements?
The Solstice 1, Equinox 2, and Pod run on dedicated 120V/20A circuits, the simplest requirement in the lineup, though a dedicated circuit is still required, so an electrician is needed wherever one does not already exist at the location. The Eclipse 2 is 120V but needs a dedicated 30A locking circuit, and the Solstice 4, Eclipse 4, and both Luminars need 240V service, which normally means an electrician.
Eclipse or Equinox?
Both are full-spectrum. The Eclipse 2 adds the factory-integrated red-light system, 360 LEDs across dual 900W opposing panels at 650nm and 850nm, Canadian Red Cedar, app operation, and a published 165°F maximum, for $3,900 more and a dedicated 30A circuit. The Equinox 2 keeps full-spectrum heat at $6,099 in eucalyptus with panel-and-timer controls on an ordinary dedicated 20A circuit. Want red light or the app: Eclipse. Want the value and simpler electrical: Equinox.
Pod or Eclipse 2?
Both include red light as standard. The Pod is one person, Canadian Hemlock, 11 far-infrared heaters, app-enabled, $6,599, on a dedicated 120V/20A plug, the compact and simpler-electrical route. The Eclipse 2 is two people, full-spectrum heat, the dual-panel 650nm and 850nm system, and a published 165°F maximum at $9,999 on a dedicated 30A circuit. Solo and space-limited: Pod. Two people or the full dual-panel system: Eclipse 2.
Which Sun Home sauna works outdoors?
Only the Luminar line is purpose-built for outdoor placement: aluminum exterior, stainless roof, Canadian Red Cedar interior, a published 170°F maximum, app control, and no separate cover structurally required for normal outdoor use per current documentation, on dedicated 240V circuits. Indoor models, Solstice, Equinox, Eclipse, Pod, and the Nova traditional line, are not built or warranted for outdoor exposure.
Traditional or infrared, which should I choose?
Choose traditional, the Nova line, if you want the classic experience: water on stones, löyly steam, and published temperatures up to 230°F. Choose infrared if you want lower ambient temperatures with radiant heat, simpler installation on the 120V models, or integrated red light, which only the infrared lineup offers. They are different experiences rather than better and worse; many dedicated sauna users ultimately want one of each.
Sources and Evidence Notes
Each note identifies the source, its type, and its scope. All sources accessed and verified July 31, 2026 unless noted.
- Sun Home Nova traditional line launch specifications (official line-level specification: Canadian cedar; dual-stack benches; HUUM DROP water-on-stones heater with Wi-Fi control; traditional löyly; published temperatures up to 230°F; exact model details on the traditional collection's product pages).
- Sun Home Solstice 1 product page (official current specification: kiln-dried eucalyptus; far-infrared; digital panel with timer and reservation mode; dedicated 120V/20A circuit; $4,999 sale / $5,599 list).
- Sun Home Solstice 4 product page (official current specification: kiln-dried eucalyptus; 10 far-infrared heaters, 2,750W; 240V, dedicated 20A, NEMA 6-20P; ergonomic backrest and reversible flat bench; 779 lb; $7,799 sale /
$7,799
$8,599list; maximum temperature not prominently published). - Sun Home Equinox 2 product page (official current specification: eucalyptus; full-spectrum halogen near-infrared plus carbon far-infrared; built-in panel, timer, reservation mode, no app listed; 120V, 1,880W, 15.67A, dedicated 20A, NEMA 5-20P; Blaupunkt Bluetooth audio; $6,099 sale /
$6,099
$6,799list; 3-person $6,999 / $6,999$7,699). - Sun Home Eclipse 2 product page (official current specification: Canadian Red Cedar; 6 far-infrared plus 2 full-spectrum heaters, 2,820W; 360 LEDs across dual 900W panels at 650nm and 850nm; 165°F maximum; app remote operation and guided breathwork; 120V, 23.5A, dedicated 30A, NEMA L5-30P; $9,999 sale / $10,599 list).
- Sun Home Eclipse 4 product page and official spec sheet (official current specification: exterior 94.4" × 55.1" × 76.7", interior 85.7" × 50" × 76.7"; 12 far-infrared plus 4 full-spectrum heaters, 240V, 5,300W, 22A, NEMA L6-30P; two front-mounted red-light towers; 925 lb; removable benches;
$6,599
$6,699sale / $13,599 list). - Sun Home Pod official product specifications, as audited July 31, 2026, via the red light saunas collection (official current specification: Canadian Hemlock; 11 far-infrared heaters in four zones; integrated red and near-infrared light standard, wavelengths per current product documentation; 149°F maximum; app-enabled; 120V, 1,710W, 14.2A, NEMA 5-20P; $6,599 sale /
$6,599
$6,699list). - Sun Home Luminar 5 and Luminar 2 product pages (official current specifications: aluminum exterior, Canadian Red Cedar interior, marine-grade matte black hardware; 170°F maximum; app control; red light optional, not standard; Luminar 5 dedicated 240V/30A NEMA L6-30P, Luminar 2 dedicated 240V/20A NEMA L6-20P; $13,899 /
$13,899
$14,499and $10,999 / $10,999$11,599). - Sun Home craftsmanship page (official brand documentation: cabinetry kiln- and air-dried to 7% moisture content; Magne-Seal assembly).
- Sun Home safety and testing hub (manufacturer-commissioned independent reports: Vitatech VTE-3534 brand-level distance-based EMF summary across 120V and 230V configurations; single-unit VERT Environmental cabin-air result, April 2, 2026, analyzed by LA Testing under EPA Method TO-15; adhesive analysis by Applied Technical Services, June 18, 2026; ETL-through-Intertek and RoHS documentation).
- Sun Home official warranty page (official current terms, model- and component-specific, including the 90-day parts, labor, and shipping provision for qualifying Eclipse, Pod, and Luminar purchases on or after March 4, 2026; Equinox and Solstice labor and shipping not clearly specified in the model-specific sections).
- Garage Gym Reviews, dedicated Sun Home Equinox review (independent hands-on report: 165°F maximum on the Equinox).
- Fortune, "Best Outdoor Saunas" (2026) (independent editorial, hands-on testing of the Luminar: Best Outdoor Sauna Overall) and The Good Trade, Sun Home Luminar review (Emily Wagner, May 14, 2026) (independent long-term hands-on review).
- Better Business Bureau profile for Sun Home Saunas (independent accreditation: A+ rating, accredited, as of July 31, 2026).
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FAQs
What is the difference between Sun Home Eclipse and Equinox?
Both are full-spectrum infrared saunas with 0.5 mG EMF and 165°F max temperature. The Eclipse adds two dedicated red light therapy towers (630–850nm), guided breathwork sessions, and a limited lifetime warranty with in-home tech visits. It uses Canadian red cedar. The Equinox uses kiln-dried eucalyptus at 7% moisture — a denser hardwood — and has a 7-year warranty. The Eclipse starts at ~$10,599 (2P); the Equinox starts at ~$6,599 (2P). Choose Eclipse for red light therapy; choose Equinox for the best indoor value without red light.
Which Sun Home sauna is best for outdoor use?
The Luminar series is the only Sun Home sauna designed for outdoor use. It features an aerospace-grade aluminum exterior, Canadian red cedar interior, double-pane insulated glass, and all-season weather rating — no cover required. Available in 2-person (9 heaters, ~$9,199) and 5-person (15 heaters, ~$9,799) configurations. Both reach 170°F, the highest temperature in the lineup, and require 240V.
What is the cheapest Sun Home sauna?
The Solstice 1-Person starts at approximately $4,899. It uses far-infrared carbon heaters (not full-spectrum), kiln-dried eucalyptus construction, 0.5 mG EMF shielding, and runs on a standard 120V outlet. The warranty is 7 years on cabinetry and heaters, 3 years on controls.
Do Sun Home saunas need a 240V outlet?
Most Sun Home saunas run on 120V / 20A (a dedicated household circuit). The models that require 240V — and a licensed electrician — are: Solstice 4-Person, Eclipse 4-Person, Luminar 2-Person, and Luminar 5-Person. The Solstice 1–3P, Equinox 2–3P, Eclipse 2P, and Pod all run on 120V.
Which Sun Home sauna has red light therapy?
Two Sun Home lines include built-in red light therapy: the Eclipse (2 dedicated RLT towers at 630–850nm, available in 2 and 4-person) and the Pod (integrated RLT panel at 660nm + 850nm, 1-person). The Luminar offers red light therapy as an optional add-on. The Equinox and Solstice do not include red light therapy.
Is the Sun Home Equinox or Solstice better?
The Equinox is the stronger sauna on specs: it delivers full-spectrum infrared (near + mid + far) vs. the Solstice's far-infrared only, and includes Blaupunkt speakers. Both use kiln-dried eucalyptus at 7% moisture and share the same 0.5 mG EMF, 99% emissivity, and 165°F max temperature. The Equinox starts at ~$6,599 (2P) vs. the Solstice at ~$4,899 (1P) / ~$5,599 (2P). Choose Equinox if you want full-spectrum; choose Solstice if budget is the priority and far-infrared meets your needs.
What is the difference between full-spectrum and far-infrared in Sun Home saunas?
Far-infrared saunas (Solstice line) use carbon heaters that emit far-infrared wavelengths only — the range most associated with deep sweating, detoxification, and cardiovascular benefits. Full-spectrum saunas (Equinox, Eclipse, Luminar) add near-infrared (associated with skin health and collagen production) and mid-infrared (associated with circulation and joint relief) from dedicated heaters. Both types reach 165°F, share the same 0.5 mG EMF shielding, and use the same construction quality. The practical difference is that full-spectrum delivers a broader range of therapeutic wavelengths per session. The Equinox 2-Person (~$6,599) is the most affordable way to get full-spectrum in the Sun Home lineup.
