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Installed infrared cabin

Sunlighten mPulse Aspire

1-person installed infrared cabin with red light, eucalyptus or basswood

Price on requestNo published price, checked Oct 20, 2026

One-person infrared cabin with red light that needs its own 20 A circuit

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Installed infrared cabin

Health Mate Enrich 2

2-person indoor infrared cabin, Indonesian mahogany, Tecoloy dual-wave mid/far-infrared heaters plus a standard 96-diode near-infrared LED panel, 120V/15A plug-in

$5,300US price, checked Oct 13, 2026

Two-person mahogany cabin that plugs into a 15 A outlet, near-infrared panel included

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Criterion	Sunlighten mPulse Aspire	Health Mate Enrich 2
US price	Price on requestChecked Oct 20, 2026 · Price details in the review	$5,300Checked Oct 13, 2026 · Price details in the review
Three-year ownership estimate	$319.30 Incomplete known subtotal. Electricity assumption: $0.18/kWh. Not included: purchase price, installation, other annual costs.	$5,300 Incomplete known subtotal. Not included: installation, other annual costs, energy use.
Choose if	One person with a dedicated 120 V, 20 A circuit who wants red light and several infrared wavelengths in one cabin.	Two adults with a lightly loaded standard 15 A outlet and about 47 × 44 in of floor plus 5 in around it.
Main trade-off	Sunlighten publishes no price, and you can't return the cabin once the boxes are opened.	The lifetime warranty covers only the heater core, harness and wiring. Health Mate lists two different power draws, so check the circuit before you share it.
Key specifications	Heaters: 5 far-infrared, 4 mid-infrared and 3 near-infrared and red LED panels. Sunlighten says its PulseIQ platform controls the four wavelengths separately. Per-heater wattage isn't stated Red and near-infrared light: Sunlighten says the LED panels peak at 650 nm (red) and 880 nm (near-infrared) and deliver 1 to 3 mW/cm² to the skin. It says that's lower than dedicated LED devices. No independent measurement is given Electrical: 120 V, 18 A, 2,160 W per the assembly guide. Dedicated 120 V, 20 A circuit with a NEMA 5-20 outlet. 10 ft cord. Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 and 5 GHz) Inside and seating: 37.8 W × 35.6 D × 71.5 H in. One bench, 37.8 W × 21.7 D in and 20.2 in off the floor, for one person Outside and weight: 43.6 W × 41.6 D × 79 H in with feet. 463 lb in eucalyptus, 432 lb in basswood. Leave 4 in to the walls and 6 in above Heat: Sunlighten says it warms about 1°F a minute and suggests 45 to 60 minutes of preheat. Its wellness programs aim for 120 to 130°F, and you can preheat to 130 to 140°F by hand. No top temperature is stated Controls: Built-in tablet and Sunlighten app to start, preheat (up to 60 minutes), schedule and adjust sessions. Six preset programs plus a custom one. Screen size isn't stated Delivery and assembly: Freight to a garage or flat, paved driveway, left on a pallet. Two cartons, 46 × 7 × 48 in and 47 × 17 × 76 in. Two people assemble it, about 1 to 2 hours per Sunlighten's FAQ Safety listing: Sunlighten says its saunas are ETL-certified. The spec sheet shows an ETL mark (US and Canada) beside RoHS, CE and TÜV logos, with no file number Running cost: Sunlighten's owner's manual estimates $0.20 to $0.50 an hour. The 2,160 W figure is the electrical rating, and Sunlighten gives no average power draw Extras: Chromotherapy lights with a remote, ceiling speakers, CELLIANT heater covers and a ceiling vent Cleaning: Wipe the bench and floor after each use, wipe all wood weekly with Sunlighten's natural cleaner and wipe heater surfaces monthly. Clear dust from the power box heat sinks twice a year	Heaters: Eight heaters in all. Tecoloy Dual-Wave on the walls and bench (mid- and far-infrared, per the product page). True Infra far-infrared on the floor and lower back. Count per location and heater wattage aren't stated Near-infrared panel: 96-diode LED panel, included as standard. The product page calls it near-infrared. Wavelength, irradiance and wattage aren't stated Electrical: 120 V. The product page lists 1,780 W, and the info sheet lists 1,810 W (about 15.1 A). NEMA 5-15P plug for a standard 120 V, 15 A outlet Temperature and timer: Maximum 170°F (75°C). Session timer runs 5 to 60 minutes in 5-minute steps. Overheat error at 180°F (82°C). The product page FAQ says most users find 120–140°F comfortable and suggests a 20–30 minute preheat. The manual says to allow about 15 to 20 minutes to warm up Capacity and interior: 2 people (the info sheet says 1 to 2). Interior is 45 W × 39.5 D × 71.5 H in Controls and extras: Digital touch-panel controller for temperature, session time and lighting. Bluetooth audio. Interior color lighting (the manual lists a nine-color sequence) and exterior lighting. Towel rack and magazine holder Assembly: Tool-free magnetic panels. Two people can assemble it in 30 minutes or less, per the shipping page
Exact variant	1-person installed infrared cabin with red light, eucalyptus or basswood	2-person indoor infrared cabin, Indonesian mahogany, Tecoloy dual-wave mid/far-infrared heaters plus a standard 96-diode near-infrared LED panel, 120V/15A plug-in
Dimensions	Outside: 43.6 W × 41.6 D × 79 H in, including 2 in feet. Inside: 37.8 W × 35.6 D × 71.5 H in. The bench is 37.8 in wide and 21.7 in deep, 20.2 in off the floor. It weighs 463 lb in eucalyptus and 432 lb in basswood. Sunlighten recommends 4 in to the walls and 6 in above the cabin. Sunlighten gives no minimum doorway width and asks you to measure doorways and hallways before you buy.	Outside: 47.25 W × 43.5 D × 77 H in. Inside: 45 W × 39.5 D × 71.5 H in. The manual asks for at least 5 in of clearance from walls on all sides, which makes about 57.25 × 53.5 in of floor space. Health Mate doesn't state the weight or bench size.
Installation	It needs a dedicated 120 V, 20 A circuit and outlet with a NEMA 5-20 plug. Sunlighten's assembly guide rates it at 120 V, 18 A and 2,160 W. The 10 ft cord exits at the back left of the floor and must plug straight into the wall. The assembly guide says to add a GFCI or dual-function breaker only if your local code requires one. The spec sheet says dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 and 5 GHz) is required, while the product page says recommended. Freight goes to a garage or a flat, paved driveway, where the carrier leaves it on a pallet and can't carry it up steps. You need two people to unpack and assemble it, which Sunlighten's FAQ puts at 1 to 2 hours, and professional installation isn't required.	It plugs into a standard 120 V, 15 A outlet with a NEMA 5-15P plug, and the product page says "no electrician needed." The catch is the load. Health Mate's product page lists 1,780 W (about 14.8 A at 120 V) and its info sheet 1,810 W (about 15.1 A). A 15 A circuit carries little else, so ask Health Mate before you share it. The manual says to match the breaker to the sauna's rating, use a grounded three-wire outlet and strongly recommends a GFCI in potentially wet locations. The cabin must stand freestanding on a level, dry surface, and for outdoor use the manual calls for a cover and a spot under an awning or overhang. It ships in boxes on a single pallet by freight, with lift-gate service and a scheduled appointment, in a typical 7 to 12 business days. Curbside delivery is free, inside and white-glove delivery are quoted separately, and extra fees may apply if the carrier needs special access. The magnetic wall panels need no tools, and the shipping page says two people can assemble it in 30 minutes or less.
Materials	Sunlighten says each sauna is built from sustainably sourced eucalyptus with natural variation in tone and grain. Its spec sheet also lists basswood. It lists kiln-dried wood, thick insulation, a glass front door and side glass, and CELLIANT fabric covers over the heaters on the interior walls. Its safety page calls the glue non-toxic, citing testing by Franklin International.	100% Indonesian mahogany. Health Mate notes that grain, tone and finish vary. The handle is stainless steel.
Warranty	Sunlighten's warranty page gives the cabinetry and heaters 7 years for home use, and one set of terms covers its mPulse, Signature and Amplify cabins. Coverage is for replacement parts only, with no labor or technician costs. You pay freight on parts shipped for service, and the page excludes costs or freight for parts shipped more than 90 days after delivery. Controls (tablet, control pad and power box) get 3 years, the glass door and audio get 1 year. Chromotherapy and the Blaupunkt sound system carry a separate 1-year manufacturer's warranty. Commercial use gets 5 years on the cabinetry and heaters and 1 year on controls, glass and audio. It covers only the original buyer and ends if you transfer ownership, and the sauna must be bought and put into use within a year of its manufacture date. It's void if the sauna is altered, misused or exposed to water. It's also void on a power strip, extension cord, converter or non-dedicated circuit. The same goes for a spot within 5 ft of a shower, tub or cold plunge, or a repair attempted without consulting Sunlighten. Sunlighten says its saunas aren't designed for outdoor use, and outdoors the separately sold cover must stay on at all times, even during sessions. The page doesn't say whether the red and near-infrared LED panels count as heaters.	Health Mate's owner's manual gives lifetime coverage to the heater core, harness and wiring only. Most other parts get 10 years for saunas bought after 2024. That list covers the cabin and frame, paneling, flooring, door and glass, handles, electronic controls and wiring, lighting and interior audio. The product page markets a "Limited Lifetime Warranty," but its FAQ says only that Health Mate saunas come with a 10-year warranty on wood. The 2025 warranty sheet, the warranty page and the manual's coverage table list 10 years of labor, but the manual's warranty clause says required labor for replacing parts isn't covered, so get the labor terms in writing before you buy. Commercial use gets 1 to 5 years. Removal and reinstallation costs are excluded, and you pay parts shipping both ways. A claim requires timely registration, and the warranty can't be transferred unless Health Mate approves. The near-infrared LED panel isn't named, and upgrades, options and accessories follow their own maker's warranty. The coverage table has no outdoor column, though the manual allows outdoor placement with a cover.
Returns	You have 30 days from delivery to return it, but only while it's unopened in its original packaging. Opened saunas can't be returned or exchanged. Fees can include a 3% administrative fee and a $499 restocking fee for each mPulse sauna. They can also include storage fees, return shipping to the warehouse and shipping back to you on an exchange. To cancel before it ships, email your sales representative, and the same fees may apply. To return it, email your sales representative for an authorization, or Sunlighten's logistics team if you have none. Sunlighten then schedules the pickup and refunds your original payment method after it inspects and restocks the sauna. Sunlighten reserves the right to refuse a return, exchange or cancellation.	Health Mate accepts returns within 30 business days of receipt, with a return authorization (RMA) number, if the sauna is new or like-new in undamaged original packaging with all manuals. The refund is reduced by a 20% restocking charge (about $1,060 at list price) and any original shipping charges, and you pay return shipping. On free-shipping orders Health Mate also deducts the actual freight cost it paid to ship the sauna. Custom, private-label and non-standard models are non-refundable. An order canceled before shipment is fully refunded, and after shipment a cancellation is handled as a return. The returns policy gives 5 business days to inspect for concealed damage, but the shipping page says damage must be noted on the delivery receipt and reported within 1 day (24 hours).
Unresolved questions	The price, and which models the Sale ends 10/31/26 footnote covers A ship date or lead time for the Aspire, since the shipping page says the estimated ship date varies by model Whether any EMF measurement covers the Aspire, since the Vitatech report tested other models and the safety page's 0.5 mG figure gives no model or distance The ETL file number and which models it covers A top cabin temperature Average power draw once the cabin is up to temperature The minimum doorway width its panels and cartons need Whether the 7-year heater warranty covers the red and near-infrared LED panels Whether your local code requires GFCI protection, and what an electrician would charge The tablet's screen size, and whether there's an automatic shut-off Whether the sauna works without Wi-Fi, since the spec sheet lists dual-band Wi-Fi as required and Sunlighten doesn't say	Whether the Enrich 2 draws 1,780 W (product page) or 1,810 W (info sheet) Cabin and shipping weight, bench dimensions, and heater count and wattage by location Near-infrared panel wavelength, irradiance and wattage Whether the near-infrared panel runs separately from the heaters Whether the LED panel is covered by the warranty Whether warranty labor is covered: the warranty sheet, page and the manual's table list 10 years, but the manual's warranty clause says required labor isn't covered Prices of inside delivery, white-glove delivery and the promo savings behind the offer form Listing number and model scope behind the Intertek ETL mark Whether it has an app: the product page lists none, and the comparison page is inconsistent

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