A home infrared sauna cabin costs $4,799 to $10,950 based on 22 models checked on November 11, 2026, with a middle price of $7,225. One and two person cabins plug into a household outlet, so installation is often free. Electricity runs about $0.33 to $0.52 per hour of use.
Prices by size
Size moves the price less than brand and heater type do. The cheapest 2 person cabin we found cost only $800 more than the cheapest 1 person cabin.
| Size | Cabins checked | Price range | Typical power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 5 | $4,999 to $7,250 | 120V, 15A outlet |
| 2 person | 5 | $5,799 to $8,250 | 120V, 20A outlet |
| 3 to 5 person | 8 | $6,199 to $10,950 | Often 240V |
Far infrared or full spectrum
Far infrared cabins use carbon or ceramic panels only. Full spectrum cabins add near and mid infrared heaters and cost more.
| Type | Cabins checked | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Far | 4 | $4,799 to $6,199 |
| Full spectrum | 18 | $5,450 to $10,950 |
See full spectrum infrared saunas for what the upgrade buys.
Costs after you buy
| Cost | Plug-in 120V cabin | 240V cabin |
|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $0 if a suitable outlet exists | $300 to $1,500 |
| Assembly | DIY, two people | DIY, two people |
| Electricity per hour at full power | $0.33 to $0.37 | $0.52 |
The outlet is the thing to check first. A 2 person cabin usually wants a dedicated 20 amp outlet, which many rooms do not have. The home sauna cost guide walks through it.
What a session costs
At the 2026 U.S. average of 18.2 cents per kWh, a 1,800 watt cabin costs $0.33 per hour at full power. Three one hour sessions a week is about $4.26 a month. Put in your own rate in the running cost calculator.
Guides
Questions people ask
How much does an infrared sauna cost?
Cabins listed from $4,799 to $10,950 across 22 models on November 11, 2026. One person models were $4,999 to $7,250 and two person models $5,799 to $8,250.
How much does it cost to run an infrared sauna?
About $0.33 to $0.52 per hour at full power at the 2026 U.S. average electricity rate, depending on cabin size.
Do infrared saunas need special wiring?
One person cabins we checked run on a standard 120V, 15 amp outlet. Two person cabins typically need a dedicated 120V, 20 amp outlet. Three person and larger cabins often need 240V.
Sources
- Sunlighten pricing page, starting prices shown November 11, 2026 (sale listed as ending November 29, 2026)
- Clearlight sauna price list, November 11, 2026
- Peak Saunas, model prices, circuits and wattage, November 11, 2026
- Sun Home Saunas, Equinox 2 person product page
- Sun Home Saunas, indoor infrared installation guide (120V and 240V costs)
- U.S. Energy Information Administration, Short-Term Energy Outlook, released October 6, 2026