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Clearlight vs Sunlighten

The two best-known infrared brands, compared on price transparency, heaters and warranty.

By The Sauna Report Editors · Updated November 5, 2026 · 4 min read

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Clearlight Sanctuary 2Sunlighten Signature 2

Clearlight and Sunlighten are the names most buyers start with. Both build well-regarded cabins, but they sell very differently.

Side by side

As of November 5, 2026.
ClearlightSunlighten
PricingPublished, about $6,799–$7,799Quote only (Signature 2 reported about $4,995)
HeatFull spectrumSignature far infrared; mPulse full spectrum
WarrantyLifetime parts, 7 years labor (indoor)Confirm in writing with your quote
ShowroomsDealersShowrooms in some cities
Pays affiliates on saunasNoYes

Pricing

Clearlight's prices are listed online. Sunlighten sends every model to a quote form. Third-party reports put the Signature 2 near $4,995 and mPulse cabins at $7,499 to $9,999.

Warranty

Clearlight's lifetime parts warranty is the benchmark. Get Sunlighten's full terms in writing and compare heater and electronics coverage line by line.

How we earn

Sunlighten pays us a commission through its affiliate program; Clearlight doesn't on saunas. That hasn't changed our verdict.

Which should you buy?

Choose Clearlight if

You want published prices and the strongest warranty.

Choose Sunlighten if

You want to try a cabin in a showroom, or prefer Sunlighten's preset programs.

Questions

Which is cheaper?

Sunlighten's far-infrared Signature line is reported to cost less than Clearlight's Sanctuary 2. Its full-spectrum mPulse line costs more.

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