Sun Home Sauna Comparison (2026): Which Model Is Right for You?
About the author: Dr. Ryan Jacobs is a board-certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine specialist at the Cardiovascular Institute of San Diego. Dr. Jacobs serves as a medical reviewer for Sun Home Saunas.
Sun Home Sauna Lineup: Full Spec Comparison
| Specification | Solstice | Equinox | Eclipse | Luminar | Pod |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sizes Available | 1, 2, 3, 4-person | 2, 3-person | 2, 4-person | 2, 5-person (outdoor) | 1-person |
| Infrared Type | Far-infrared only | Full-spectrum (near + mid + far) | Full-spectrum (near + mid + far) | Full-spectrum (near + mid + far) | Far-infrared + red light |
| Red Light Therapy | No | No | Yes — 2 dedicated RLT towers (630–850nm) | Optional add-on | Yes — integrated panel (660nm + 850nm) |
| Heaters (largest model) | Far-infrared carbon panels | Full-spectrum panels (500W each) | 16 total: 12 FIR + 4 full-spectrum (5,300W) | 15 total: 10 FIR + 5 full-spectrum (Luminar 5) | Carbon FIR + RLT panel |
| Max Temperature | 165°F | 165°F | 165°F | 170°F | 150°F |
| EMF | 0.5 mG (patented shielding) | 0.5 mG (patented shielding) | 0.5 mG (Vitatech verified) | 0.5 mG (patented shielding) | 0.5 mG (patented shielding) |
| Emissivity | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% |
| Wood | Kiln-dried eucalyptus (7% moisture) | Kiln-dried eucalyptus (7% moisture) | Canadian red cedar | Canadian red cedar interior; aerospace aluminum exterior | Canadian hemlock or cedar |
| Indoor / Outdoor | Indoor only | Indoor only | Indoor only | Outdoor (all-season, no cover required) | Indoor only |
| Electrical | 120V (1–3P); 240V (4P) | 120V / 20A | 120V (2P); 240V (4P) | 240V / 20A | 120V |
| Assembly | Magne-Seal (tool-free) | Magne-Seal (tool-free) | Magne-Seal (tool-free) | Panel system | Panel assembly |
| Smart Features | Mobile app + Bluetooth | Mobile app + Bluetooth (Blaupunkt speakers) | Mobile app + guided breathwork + Bluetooth (Blaupunkt) + chromotherapy | Mobile app + guided breathwork + Bluetooth + chromotherapy + oxygen ionizer | Mobile app + guided breathwork + Bluetooth |
| Warranty | 7-yr cabinetry/heaters; 3-yr controls | 7-yr cabinetry/heaters; 3-yr controls | Limited lifetime (incl. in-home tech visits) | Limited lifetime (incl. in-home tech visits) | Limited lifetime |
| HSA/FSA Eligible | Yes (via Truemed) | Yes (via Truemed) | Yes (via Truemed) | Yes (via Truemed) | Yes (via Truemed) |
| Certifications | ETL, ETL-C, RoHS, Intertek | ETL, ETL-C, RoHS, Intertek | ETL, ETL-C, RoHS, Intertek | ETL, ETL-C, RoHS, Intertek | ETL, ETL-C, RoHS, Intertek |
| Starting Price | ~$4,899 (1P) | ~$6,599 (2P) | ~$10,599 (2P) | ~$9,199 (2P) | ~$6,699 |
| Best For | Budget entry into Sun Home; far-infrared users who don't need full-spectrum | Best indoor value for full-spectrum; eucalyptus construction; 120V convenience | Maximum therapy (IR + RLT); serious recovery users; athletes | Outdoor placement; backyard wellness; entertaining | Solo users; apartments; compact spaces; red light + IR combo |
Which Sun Home Sauna Fits Your Budget?
Under $5,500: Solstice 1-Person (~$4,899) or Solstice 2-Person (~$5,599). Far-infrared only, eucalyptus, 120V plug-and-play, 7-year warranty. The most accessible way into the Sun Home lineup.
$5,500–$7,500: Equinox 2-Person (~$6,599) or Equinox 3-Person (~$7,399). Full-spectrum infrared, kiln-dried eucalyptus at 7% moisture, 120V, Blaupunkt speakers. Named "Best Overall Infrared Sauna" by Garage Gym Reviews (4.4/5) and "Best Infrared Home Sauna" by Forbes (2026).
$7,500–$10,000: Luminar 2-Person (~$9,199) or Luminar 5-Person (~$9,799). Outdoor full-spectrum with aerospace aluminum, 170°F, 240V required. Named "Best Outdoor Sauna Overall" by Fortune (2026).
$10,000+: Eclipse 2-Person (~$10,599) or Eclipse 4-Person (check sunhomesaunas.com). Full-spectrum infrared + integrated red light therapy + guided breathwork. Limited lifetime warranty with in-home tech visits. Reviewed by Popular Science (Feb 2026).
Which Sun Home Sauna Fits Your Use Case?
Eclipse (2 or 4-Person)
The Eclipse is for buyers who want infrared heat and red light therapy in a single session without buying separate devices. Its two dedicated RLT towers (630–850nm) deliver photobiomodulation alongside full-spectrum infrared from 16 heaters (4P model). Removable benches open the cabin for yoga and stretching under infrared + red light simultaneously. Canadian red cedar construction. Limited lifetime warranty with in-home tech visits.
Choose Eclipse if: Recovery is your primary goal. You want red light therapy built in. You're willing to invest at the premium tier for the most complete therapy package.
Skip Eclipse if: You don't need red light therapy (the Equinox delivers full-spectrum IR at a lower price). You need outdoor placement (choose Luminar instead).
Equinox (2 or 3-Person)
The Equinox is the best indoor value in the lineup for buyers who want full-spectrum infrared without red light therapy. It uses kiln-dried eucalyptus hardwood at a published 7% moisture content — the densest, most crack-resistant wood in the Sun Home lineup. It runs on a standard 120V / 20A outlet (no electrician needed). It includes Blaupunkt speakers (the same audio brand used in Porsche vehicles) and the Sun Home mobile app. At ~$6,599 for the 2-person, it delivers full-spectrum performance at roughly 60% of the Eclipse price.
Choose Equinox if: You want full-spectrum infrared in the hardest wood available. You prefer 120V plug-and-play. You don't need red light therapy or outdoor placement.
Skip Equinox if: You want integrated red light therapy (choose Eclipse). You need outdoor placement (choose Luminar). You need the lowest possible entry price (choose Solstice).
Luminar (2 or 5-Person)
The Luminar is the only Sun Home sauna designed for permanent outdoor use. Its aerospace-grade aluminum exterior withstands rain, snow, UV, coastal humidity, and temperature extremes without a cover. The interior uses Canadian red cedar. The Luminar 5 includes 15 heaters (10 FIR + 5 full-spectrum) and reaches 170°F — the highest temperature in the lineup. The Luminar 2 uses 9 heaters (7 FIR + 2 full-spectrum), also at 170°F. Both require 240V. Red light therapy is available as an optional add-on, not built in.
Choose Luminar if: You want to put your sauna on a patio, deck, or in the backyard. You want the highest max temperature (170°F). You want a sauna that doubles as a backyard design feature.
Skip Luminar if: You want indoor placement only (choose Equinox or Eclipse for better indoor value). You want integrated red light therapy as standard (choose Eclipse). You cannot install a 240V circuit.
Solstice (1 to 4-Person)
The Solstice is Sun Home's entry-level line. It uses far-infrared carbon heaters (not full-spectrum) in kiln-dried eucalyptus construction with the same 0.5 mG patented EMF shielding as the rest of the lineup. The 1-person through 3-person models run on 120V (plug-and-play). The 4-person requires 240V. The warranty is 7 years on cabinetry and heaters, 3 years on controls — shorter than the limited lifetime warranty on Eclipse and Luminar, but still among the longer warranties in the infrared sauna category.
Choose Solstice if: You want to enter the Sun Home lineup at the lowest price. You don't need full-spectrum infrared (far-infrared meets your needs). You want eucalyptus construction and 120V convenience.
Skip Solstice if: You want full-spectrum infrared (choose Equinox — the price difference buys you near and mid infrared wavelengths). You want red light therapy (choose Eclipse or Pod).
Pod (1-Person)
The Pod is a single-person standing sauna that combines far-infrared heat with integrated red light therapy (660nm + 850nm) in a compact, cylindrical design. It includes the Sun Home mobile app with guided breathwork sessions. The Pod fits in apartments, home gyms, or any space where a full cabin sauna won't work. Reviewed by Garage Gym Reviews, which tested it across multiple sessions.
Choose Pod if: You're a solo user. You want both infrared and red light therapy. You have limited floor space. You want a sauna that looks distinctive.
Skip Pod if: You want to sauna with a partner or family (choose any 2+ person model). You want full-spectrum infrared (the Pod is far-infrared + RLT, not full-spectrum). You want the highest max temperature (the Pod reaches 150°F vs. 165–170°F on larger models).
Quick Decision Guide
1. Indoor or outdoor?
Outdoor → Luminar (2 or 5-person). No other Sun Home line is outdoor-rated.
2. Do you want red light therapy built in?
Yes, multi-person → Eclipse (2 or 4-person).
Yes, solo → Pod.
No → continue to question 3.
3. Do you want full-spectrum infrared (near + mid + far)?
Yes → Equinox (2 or 3-person).
No, far-infrared is fine → Solstice (1 to 4-person).
4. What's your budget?
Under $5,500 → Solstice 1P or 2P.
$5,500–$7,500 → Equinox 2P or 3P.
$7,500–$10,000 → Luminar 2P or 5P.
$10,000+ → Eclipse 2P or 4P.
Electrical Requirements at a Glance
What Every Sun Home Sauna Shares
Regardless of which line you choose, every Sun Home sauna includes: 0.5 mG patented EMF/ELF shielding, 99% published emissivity, ETL/ETL-C/RoHS/Intertek safety certifications, low-VOC and non-toxic construction with no plywood, Magne-Seal or tool-free assembly, the Sun Home mobile app, Bluetooth audio, chromotherapy lighting, and HSA/FSA eligibility through Truemed. Sun Home ranks No. 20 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 and has 50+ employees with a San Diego headquarters.
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.
