Solar Wave 24 vs ESB Avalon 32: Which 120v Bed Fits?

The short answer: more lamps, shorter sessions, higher price

Both the Solar Wave 24 and the ESB Avalon 32 are 120v home tanning beds with the same closed footprint, but they differ in lamp count, session length, warranty coverage, and price. The Solar Wave 24 uses 24 high-output 100-watt lamps and lists 20-minute sessions with standard lamps. The ESB Avalon 32 uses 32 high-output 100-watt lamps and lists sessions up to 15 minutes. The Avalon 32 also costs more and carries a shorter parts warranty. Neither record confirms a skin type or medical suitability, so treat these as equipment facts, not tanning advice.

Lamp count and session time: what the records state

The Solar Wave record describes 12 lamps in the bench and 12 in the canopy, while the Avalon record describes 32 lamps with face and arm tanners. Session times are manufacturer-stated and may depend on the lamp option installed.

• Solar Wave 24: 24 x High Output 100 Watt Tanning Lamps Installed; 20-minute sessions with standard lamps, or 15-minute sessions with the Wolff Inferno Bronze Max lamp upgrade.
• ESB Avalon 32: 32 High Output 100 Watt Tanning Lamps Installed (3,200 Watts); sessions up to 15 minutes. The record notes the manufacturer may install different lamp types, including Wolff Power Window or Wolff Inferno lamps.

Electrical and installation facts for both beds

• Solar Wave 24 Lamp 120v Tanning Bed: Standard 120v Household Outlet; 120V Dedicated Circuit; 20 AMP Circuit Breaker. Confirms the Solar Wave 24 is designed for a dedicated 120v household circuit, which affects where you can install it.

  

• ESB Avalon 32 Tanning Bed (120v): 120 Volt Household Circuit; 20 Amp Dedicated Circuit Breaker; Household Receptacle: NEMA 5-20R. The Avalon 32 also needs a dedicated 120v circuit and specifies a NEMA 5-20R receptacle, so check your outlet type before delivery.

  

Same footprint, different assembly and skirt details

Both beds list the same approximate dimensions: 34" H x 32" W x 75" L closed and 48" H x 34" W x 75" L open. The Solar Wave record says it is delivered 98% pre-assembled. The Avalon record notes the manufacturer no longer produces the full wrap-around skirt shown in photos and now provides only a front skirt, and the bed is now offered only in black. Those are appearance and assembly differences, not performance claims.

Warranty coverage compared

• Solar Wave 24 Lamp 120v Tanning Bed: 5 Years on Metal Structural Components; 12 Months on Ballast, Contactors & Timer; 90 Days on Acrylic, Gas Springs, Lamps and Fan Equipment; Lifetime Warranty on the frame. The Solar Wave 24 lists longer parts coverage and a lifetime frame warranty, which may matter for long-term ownership cost.
• ESB Avalon 32 Tanning Bed (120v): 5 Year Structural Metal Components; 1 Year on Parts - Including: Ballast, Contactors & Timers; 90 Days on Acrylic, Gas Springs, Lamps & Fans; No Labor Coverage. The Avalon 32 has a shorter parts warranty and explicitly excludes labor, so factor potential service costs into the higher purchase price.

What the records do not confirm

Neither record states a recommended skin type, maximum exposure schedule, or medical suitability. The Solar Wave record includes a Tanning Training Agreement you confirm at purchase; the Avalon record includes the same agreement. If you have questions about the agreement or your own suitability, speak with a qualified professional rather than relying on catalog copy. Also note that the Avalon record says the manufacturer may substitute lamp types at its discretion, so the exact lamps shipped may vary. The Solar Wave record lists a Wolff Inferno Bronze Max upgrade option, but the available variant evidence shows only a Standard variant, so confirm any upgrade with the store before ordering.

Which bed fits which buyer

Choose based on circuit readiness, session preference, and warranty expectations rather than lamp count alone.

• Solar Wave 24 may suit you if: You want a lower-cost 120v bed with 24 lamps, 20-minute standard sessions, and longer listed parts coverage. It is delivered 98% pre-assembled and includes protective UV acrylic in both canopy and bench.
• ESB Avalon 32 may suit you if: You prefer 32 lamps and shorter 15-minute sessions, and you accept a higher price, a front-only skirt, black-only finish, and a one-year parts warranty with no labor coverage.

Catalog details that affect the buying decision

• Solar Wave 24 Lamp 120v Tanning Bed: Catalog price USD 1329.90 (comparison price USD 2145.00); free liftgate, comfort package, and no tax in most states; sale price not eligible for the TODAY code. Establishes the lower upfront cost and included delivery extras for the Solar Wave 24.
• ESB Avalon 32 Tanning Bed (120v): Catalog price USD 2519.79 (comparison price USD 3549.00); free liftgate, comfort package, and no tax in most states; sale price not eligible for the TODAY code. Shows the Avalon 32 costs nearly twice as much before tax and shipping, which you should weigh against its extra lamps and shorter sessions.