Shopping for a plug in sauna often starts with one question: can it run from the outlet already in the room? Two of our models are listed with a standard plug, while some larger cabins use 110V but still need their own circuit and an electrician.
The short answer
Our two 1-person indoor infrared models use a standard 110V plug and are No Electrician Required. Our 2-person infrared and full spectrum models also run on 110V, but they need a dedicated circuit and are Electrician Required. Voltage alone does not tell you whether a sauna can share an ordinary household outlet.
What does plug-in sauna mean?
US homes run on 110–120V at 60 Hz, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, which is why product listings say 110V or 120V for the same household power. The department also notes that the third prong on a standard plug is the ground, which protects you if there is an electrical fault. U.S. Department of Energy.
For a sauna buyer, the more useful question is how the model connects:
- Standard plug: the sauna plugs into a suitable grounded household outlet. No Electrician Required.
- 110V on a dedicated circuit: same household voltage, but the sauna needs a circuit of its own. Electrician Required.
- 240V: a higher-voltage supply for larger cabins and stone heaters. Electrician Required.
So "110V sauna" and "plugs into a regular outlet" are not the same thing. Read the voltage, wattage, connection and electrician line together.
Which saunas can use a standard plug?
Here is the listed electrical setup for every sauna we sell:
| Model | Power and connection | Electrician |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Person Infrared Hemlock | 110V · 1,400W, standard plug | No Electrician Required |
| 1-Person Full Spectrum Hemlock | 110V · 1,590W, standard plug | No Electrician Required |
| 2-Person Infrared Hemlock | 110V · 1,800W, dedicated circuit | Electrician Required |
| 2-Person Red Light + Full Spectrum Hemlock | 110V · 2,100W, dedicated circuit | Electrician Required |
| 2-Person Red Light + Full Spectrum Cedar | 110V · 2,100W, dedicated circuit | Electrician Required |
| 2-Person Combination Cedar | 240V, dedicated circuit rated for both heaters | Electrician Required |
| 3-Person Red Light + Full Spectrum Hemlock | 240V · 2,500W | Electrician Required |
| 4-Person Red Light + Full Spectrum Cedar | 240V · 2,700W | Electrician Required |
| 4-Person Outdoor Traditional Cedar | 240V · 6,000W | Electrician Required |
| 4-Person Outdoor Infrared Cedar | 240V · 2,700W | Electrician Required |
Source: Daily Saunas product specifications.
The two plug-in choices are the 1-Person Infrared Hemlock and the 1-Person Full Spectrum Hemlock. Both are indoor models and No Electrician Required.
What should you check before using a standard outlet?
Start with the electrical section of the manual. Confirm the outlet is grounded and matches what the instructions ask for, and look at the outlet, plug and cord for damage. Do not judge an outlet by how it looks. If you are unsure about the wiring, have a licensed electrician check it before the first session.
Think about what else runs on the same circuit. The product listing describes the sauna, not the wiring in your home.
Follow the manual on extension cords
Use the sauna's own cord and plug it straight into the outlet. Do not plan your setup around an extension cord unless the instructions explicitly allow one. Place the cabin so the cord reaches without stretching, pinching or crossing a walkway.
What "No Electrician Required" means
It describes the 1-person models' listed setup. It is not a promise that every outlet in every home is suitable: the outlet and wiring still need to match the instructions and be in good condition.
If a product says Electrician Required, an existing 110V outlet does not let you skip that step. Your electrician plans the dedicated circuit for that model and decides the sizing.
Good to know. A standard plug makes the electrical side simple, but the outlet still has to be grounded and in good condition.
What can a plug-in sauna do?
Both plug-in models are 1-person indoor cabins, each 35.4″ wide × 35.4″ deep × 74.8″ high.
| Model | Maximum and warm-up | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Person Infrared Hemlock | 149°F; under 20 minutes | $4,999 |
| 1-Person Full Spectrum Hemlock | 149°F; 15–25 minutes | $5,299 |
Both are hemlock and seat one person. If you want cedar, red light, a stone heater or room for two, compare the other models and their power needs. The Infrared Hemlock uses infrared heat; the Full Spectrum Hemlock adds near, mid and far infrared. Both reach the same maximum, but their warm-up times differ.
Check the room as well as the outlet
Measure the floor area and the height to the lowest beam or fixture. Leave the clearances in the manual, plus room to open the door and step in and out. Pick a spot where the cord reaches the outlet without running across a doorway or behind furniture.
Putting it in a basement or garage? A standard plug does not make every room suitable. Our basement sauna guide and garage sauna guide cover the room checks.
Why are some 110V saunas Electrician Required?
The 2-person models show why voltage does not answer the whole question. The 2-Person Infrared Hemlock runs on 110V · 1,800W, but it needs a dedicated circuit and is Electrician Required.
The 2-person Red Light + Full Spectrum Hemlock and Cedar models run on 110V · 2,100W with the same dedicated-circuit requirement. They measure 47.2″ × 41.3″ × 74.8″ and give you more room and more features, but they are not plug-in models. See them on our 2-person infrared saunas page.
That is the key difference: voltage tells you the household supply; the connection tells you what the sauna needs from your home.
Combination and larger saunas
The 2-Person Combination Cedar runs on 240V on a dedicated circuit rated for both its 1,900W infrared panel and 3,500W Harvia stone heater. Our 3- and 4-person indoor models and both outdoor models also use 240V. All of them are Electrician Required.
Which plug-in sauna should you choose?
Choose the 1-Person Infrared Hemlock if classic infrared heat is what you want. It costs $4,999, reaches up to 149°F and warms up in under 20 minutes.
Choose the 1-Person Full Spectrum Hemlock if you prefer full spectrum heat. It costs $5,299, reaches the same 149°F and warms up in 15–25 minutes.
Both take a 35.4″ square spot and plug into a standard outlet. Compare them side by side on our 1-person infrared saunas page.
Frequently asked questions
Is every 110V sauna plug and play?
No. Our two 1-person models use a standard 110V plug. Our 2-person infrared and full spectrum models also run on 110V but need a dedicated circuit and are Electrician Required.
Which Daily Saunas models are No Electrician Required?
The 1-Person Infrared Hemlock and the 1-Person Full Spectrum Hemlock. Both use a standard 110V plug; check that your outlet is grounded and matches the instructions.
Can I use an extension cord with a plug-in sauna?
Plug the sauna straight into the outlet. Do not use an extension cord unless the product instructions explicitly allow it.
How hot do the plug-in models get?
Both reach up to 149°F. The Infrared Hemlock warms up in under 20 minutes, the Full Spectrum Hemlock in 15–25 minutes.
Does No Electrician Required mean any outlet will work?
No. The outlet and wiring still need to match the instructions and be in good condition. If in doubt, have an electrician check them.
Is there a plug-in sauna for two people?
Not in our range. Our 2-person models run on 110V but need a dedicated circuit and are Electrician Required.
Find your sauna
Not sure which model fits your space and power? Take the 1-Minute Quiz, or learn how often to use a sauna once it is home.
Talk to your doctor before using a sauna if you are pregnant or have a heart condition. Cleveland Clinic.
Sources
- Electricity 101. U.S. Department of Energy. energy.gov
- Get Your Sweat On: The Benefits of a Sauna. Cleveland Clinic, 2024. clevelandclinic.org
- Daily Saunas product specifications, October 2026.
