Sun Home Equinox Review: A Rebadged Amplify?
Sun Home Equinox review: a 165°F full-spectrum cabin that runs on 120V. We dug into owner reports and found it shares its cabin with the Sunlighten Amplify II.
The Sun Home Equinox is the best-value way to get 165°F full-spectrum infrared on an ordinary 120V circuit, but it's built on the same cabin as the Sunlighten Amplify II, so compare both prices before you buy.
- Best for
- The most heat and features for the money on a 120V circuit
- Skip it if
- You want a decade-long track record before spending $6,000 or more.
- Price
- About $6,100–$6,800
Sun Home Equinox 2-Person specs
| Type | Full-spectrum infrared |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 2 people (3-person version available) |
| Max temperature | 165°F |
| Power | 120V, dedicated 20A GFCI circuit |
| Warranty | 7 years |
| Price | About $6,100–$6,800 (checked October 2026) |
| Size | About 46″W × 51″D × 78″H |
What we like
- Reaches 165°F, hotter than most 120V infrared cabins
- Full-spectrum heaters at a mid-range price
- Plugs into a 120V/20A circuit (GFCI required)
- HSA/FSA eligible and financing available
What we don't
- 7-year warranty, versus lifetime from Clearlight
- Young company (founded 2021) with few long-term owner reports
- Some owners report poor assembly instructions
The Sun Home Equinox is a two-person full-spectrum infrared sauna that reaches 165°F on a standard 120V/20A circuit, hotter than most plug-in cabins. As of October 2026, it’s the #1 pick on our best home saunas list. It’s also, as far as we can tell, the same cabin as the Sunlighten Amplify II, a detail no other review we found mentions. That matters, because the two are often priced several hundred dollars apart.
Is the Sun Home Equinox worth it?
The Sun Home Equinox is worth it if you want serious infrared heat without paying an electrician for a 240V run. It combines four far-infrared and two full-spectrum heaters, a eucalyptus cabin, chromotherapy and Bluetooth audio, and plugs into a dedicated 120V/20A GFCI circuit.
Great for
- Buyers who want 160°F+ infrared heat on household power
- Couples who’ll use a sauna daily (it fits two adults side by side)
- Anyone who wants to order online at a published price, without a sales call
Skip it if
- You want a decade-long brand track record. Sun Home launched in 2021.
- The Sunlighten Amplify II is cheaper the day you buy. It’s effectively the same cabin.
- You need room for three. Look at the Equinox 3-Person.
Is the Equinox a rebadged Sunlighten Amplify II?
The Sun Home Equinox appears to be a Sunlighten Amplify II sold under the Sun Home name. Three pieces of evidence point that way:
- The product photo. Sun Home’s own Equinox image file is named “Amplify2_Eucalyptus_Front”.
- The specs. Both are listed at 50.9″ W × 45.9″ D × 77.7″ H, with four far-infrared and two full-spectrum heaters on 120V.
- An owner’s delivery. A Reddit buyer who ordered an Equinox received a “black edition” Amplify II. When they called, Sun Home said the order was fulfilled by Sunlighten. The buyer felt misled, since nothing on the product page says so.
None of this makes the Equinox a bad sauna. The Amplify II is one of the hottest, best-regarded infrared cabins available. But it changes how you should shop. Compare the Equinox (about $6,100–$6,800) against the Amplify II (about $5,800–$6,000) on the day you buy, and choose based on price, promotions, and which company’s sales and support experience you prefer. Sun Home lists its prices online, while Sunlighten often requires a call.
Heat and performance
The Sun Home Equinox is rated to 165°F, which puts it at the top of what 120V infrared saunas achieve. The best evidence for real-world heat comes from owners of the shared Amplify II platform. One reports a steady 165–168°F even after opening the door mid-session, and credits the angled front heaters and smaller glass area compared with the Clearlight Sanctuary.
The full-spectrum heaters add near- and mid-infrared to the far-infrared panels, along with some extra air temperature. Research hasn’t shown that full-spectrum delivers extra health benefits, but most buyers who choose the Equinox want the heat, and it delivers.
Expect a warm-up of roughly 15–30 minutes depending on your room temperature. Infrared heats your body directly, so you can step in before the air reaches its maximum.
Size, power and installation
The Sun Home Equinox measures about 51″ wide, 46″ deep and 78″ tall, and weighs around 520 lb. It fits a spare room corner, basement or large closet, with a little clearance around the sides for airflow.
Power: 120V on a dedicated 20-amp circuit with GFCI protection. If your chosen spot doesn’t have one, an electrician can typically add a 20A circuit for a few hundred dollars, far less than a 240V run.
Assembly: the cabin uses buckle-together panels. Plan on two people and a couple of hours. One Sun Home owner (of the Eclipse model) complained about missing steps in the instructions and the lack of an assembly video, so check YouTube for Amplify II assembly videos, which cover the same cabin.
Build quality and durability
The Sun Home Equinox uses kiln-dried eucalyptus inside and out. Eucalyptus is dense, stable and resists warping in heat cycles, though it’s less common than Canadian hemlock or cedar. The shared Amplify II platform has a good reputation for door seals. One owner says the seal is “leaps and bounds” better than a Clearlight Sanctuary they’d used.
Because Sun Home launched in 2021, there are few multi-year Equinox ownership reports yet. That’s the main reason we score build and reliability slightly below heat.
Features and extras
- Chromotherapy lighting with selectable colours
- Bluetooth surround sound. Owners of the Amplify II report it can be finicky, with audio dropping in and out and power cycling as the only fix
- Removable bench for stretching
- App control on some configurations
- HSA/FSA eligible, and financing is available
Treat the tech as a bonus. Across infrared brands, Bluetooth and app connectivity are the most common owner complaints.
What owners say
Independent Equinox owner reports are still limited, and some praise posted about Sun Home online reads as promotional, so we only used first-hand accounts with specific detail. Here’s what stands out:
- Heat is the headline. Owners of the shared Amplify II cabin report 165–168°F and call it the hottest infrared sauna they’ve used.
- Sourcing transparency is the sore point. An Equinox buyer who received a Sunlighten-branded Amplify II called it “super deceptive”. Know what you’re getting.
- Connectivity glitches. An Amplify II owner reports Bluetooth audio fading in and out and a slightly misaligned door magnet, both minor but annoying at this price.
- Brand support. Sun Home owners of other models describe responsive support after the sale, and Sun Home replies publicly to complaints on Reddit.
Warranty and customer service
The Sun Home Equinox carries a 7-year warranty on the cabinet and heaters. That’s shorter than the lifetime warranties Sun Home offers on its Eclipse and Luminar lines, so check the current terms, including what’s covered on controls and audio. Sun Home also offers financing and accepts HSA/FSA funds.
If an Equinox order is fulfilled by Sunlighten, as one buyer reports, ask before buying who handles warranty claims and repairs.
Price and total cost
The Sun Home Equinox costs about $6,100–$6,800 depending on promotions. Your total is usually close to that, because:
| Cost | Typical amount |
|---|---|
| Sauna | $6,100–$6,800 |
| Dedicated 20A GFCI circuit (if needed) | $0–$800 |
| Delivery | Usually included |
| Typical total | $6,100–$7,600 |
Running costs are low. At roughly 2–3kW and around 17¢ per kWh, an hour-long session including warm-up costs about 35–50¢.
Sun Home Equinox vs Sunlighten Amplify II
The Sun Home Equinox and Sunlighten Amplify II are effectively the same cabin, so the decision comes down to price and buying experience. The Amplify II is often listed for less (about $5,800–$6,000) and comes with Sunlighten’s longer track record and 4.6/5 Trustpilot rating from about 4,000 reviews. Owners also describe pushy Sunlighten sales follow-up. The Equinox has a published price you can order online. Check both on the day. Read our Sunlighten Amplify II review.
Sun Home Equinox vs Sun Home Eclipse
The Sun Home Eclipse adds built-in red light therapy towers and a Japanese cedar cabin for about $4,000 more. Owners say the red light adds noticeable heat, but the Eclipse’s app and connectivity draw more complaints. Unless red light is a priority, the Equinox is the better value. Read our Sun Home Eclipse review.
Final verdict
The Sun Home Equinox delivers what most infrared buyers want: 165°F full-spectrum heat, a solid two-person eucalyptus cabin, and a simple 120V installation. Our main caution is transparency. It appears to be a Sunlighten Amplify II under another name, so treat the two as one product and buy whichever deal is better. Either way, you’re getting one of the hottest plug-in infrared saunas available.
How we rated the Sun Home Equinox 2-Person
Our rating is based on verified specifications and owner reports, not hands-on testing. How we research and score.
| Heat and performance | 4.6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Build quality and owner-reported reliability | 4.2 | |
| Ease of setup and installation | 4.4 | |
| Warranty and customer service | 3.8 | |
| Value for money | 4.3 | |
| Overall | 4.3 |
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Sun Home Equinox 2-Person FAQ
Is the Sun Home Equinox the same as the Sunlighten Amplify II?
They appear to share the same cabin. Sun Home's own Equinox product image is named "Amplify2_Eucalyptus", both list identical 50.9 x 45.9 x 77.7 inch dimensions and the same heater layout, and a Reddit buyer who ordered an Equinox received a black-edition Sunlighten Amplify II, which Sun Home told them was fulfilled by Sunlighten.
How hot does the Sun Home Equinox get?
The Sun Home Equinox is rated to 165°F. Owners of the near-identical Sunlighten Amplify II report a steady 165–168°F in practice, which is hotter than most infrared saunas that run on a 120V circuit.
Does the Sun Home Equinox need a 240V outlet?
No. The Equinox 2-Person runs on 120V but needs a dedicated 20-amp circuit with GFCI protection. Most homes can add that circuit without a 240V run.
What warranty does the Sun Home Equinox have?
The Equinox carries a 7-year warranty on the cabinet and heaters. Controls typically carry a shorter term, so check the current warranty document before buying.
Is the Sun Home Equinox worth it?
It's worth it if you want near-170°F infrared heat without 240V wiring. Because it shares a cabin with the Sunlighten Amplify II, buy whichever is cheaper at the time and whose sales and support experience you prefer.