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Jessica Timmons has been a freelance writer and editor since 2007. In that time, she’s written extensively about health, wellness, fitness, sleep and beauty, among other topics. Her byline can be found at Forbes Vetted, Fortune Recommends, mindbodygreen, Everyday Health and other popular outlets. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and four active kids, lifting weights and getting better at rock climbing one route at a time.
The Mattress Clarity Team is here to tell you everything you need to know about sleep. Our advice on mattresses and bedding comes from hands-on testing, proprietary analysis and our reviewers’ opinions that are based on years of experience.
The Mattress Clarity Team is here to tell you everything you need to know about sleep. Our advice on mattresses and bedding comes from hands-on testing, proprietary analysis and our reviewers’ opinions that are based on years of experience.
Livvi has been writing and researching sleep-based content for over a year. This, alongside her penchant for napping and extreme tossing and turning, has made her something close to an “expert” in the realm of sleep science, sleep products, and sleep accessories. She’s been consulted for her knowledge of the sleep space by publications such as Authority Magazine, Bustle, and Livingetc.
After Sosha began writing sleep-related content, she knew she wanted to learn more about this important (yet often elusive!) aspect of human health and well-being. She became a Certified Sleep Science Coach to better understand what goes into getting a good night’s rest—including one’s choice of mattress. Sosha now calls upon this training when she tests and writes about beds and sleep accessories, and when she’s consulted for recommendations by publications such as Livingetc.
Caitlin has more than 15 years of experience writing about sleep and fitness. After getting an M.A. in journalism from the University of Missouri, she spent nearly a decade as a staff writer and editor at Runner’s World and Bicycling magazines.
Caitlin’s work has focused primarily on health, the outdoors, and parenting—and taken the form of everything from running shoe reviews to long, weepy personal essays about biking across the country. You can find her writing in Outside, Wirecutter, Lonely Planet, Men’s Health, ELLE, Popular Mechanics, Men’s Journal, Sierra Club Magazine, and more.
A side sleeper, lifelong sleepwalker (it’s a problem), and newly hardcore sleepmaxxer, when she’s not editing and writing about health and gear, she likes to ride bikes, run trails, and be under the covers by 9:30 p.m.
Memory foam mattresses have a reputation for cushioning comfort, while classic innerspring mattresses are known for their responsive bounce. But what happens when you can’t decide between the two? Well, maybe you don’t have to. Hybrid mattresses are a center-of-the-Venn-diagram offering that combine the plush comfort of foam with the sturdy support of innersprings—no compromise required.
According to Mattress Clarity’s Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, hybrids offer a balance between firmness and softness, making them suitable for various sleep preferences. “It’s like a superhero of sleep comfort, providing the best of both worlds for a better night’s rest,” he said.
After carefully evaluating performance categories, materials, and the overall experience offered by the most popular hybrids, we zeroed in on the best hybrid mattresses for different needs and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a hybrid with specific materials, a certain firmness to accommodate your sleep style, or a particular price point, we have you covered.
Our Verdict: What’s the Best Hybrid Mattress?
Our sleep experts designated the Nectar Classic Hybrid as the best hybrid mattress overall because it performed exceedingly well during testing. From its stand-out cooling ability and quick response time to its excellent pressure relief and motion isolation, our top pick delivers in all the ways that matter.
Coils promote airflow far better than foam layers, so improved breathability is generally a hallmark of hybrid mattresses. We looked for models that live up to this expectation, which means all of our top picks in this roundup should be a good choice for hot sleepers. Every one scored at least 3.5 out of 5 for their cooling ability, and most of them scored higher.
The best hybrid beds should isolate motion without sacrificing responsiveness, and that’s the case with all of the picks on this list. Their motion isolation scores don’t dip below a 3.8 out of 4, with most of them scoring higher. Anyone who shares their bed with a sleep partner will benefit from the excellent motion isolation these beds offer.
Hybrids don’t generally deliver the hugged sensation of a classic memory foam bed, but that doesn’t mean they can’t relieve pressure. We prioritized hybrids with outstanding pressure relief evidenced by a testing score of at least 4 out of 5. The one exception is an ultra-firm mattress that impressed us in other ways.
Our team of certified sleep science coaches selected the best hybrid beds by looking for top performers in the categories above: breathability, motion isolation, and pressure relief.
But that’s not all we considered. Our testing methodology also includes categories like responsiveness and edge support, and we used a combination of subjective and objective tests with specialized technology to get the broadest picture of a particular mattress for different body types and sleep styles.
We tally these scores to calculate each bed’s overall score using a weighted formula. It gives us a reliable indicator of a mattress’s general quality on a scale from 1 to 5.
As we decide which beds to feature in any roundup, we only include quality mattresses with an overall score of 3.5 out of 5 or higher. Even if a mattress does certain things well, we won’t point you towards it if it falls below this baseline.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Studio by Leesa is a comfortable all-foam mattress that should be ideal for children, lightweight adults, and those who are looking for a good value.
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The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex™ is an affordable bed with more layers than you’d expect from an all-foam model. It has a firm feel and targeted lumbar support along with infused copper and gel for cooling.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Silk & Snow mattress is an all-foam bed with a gel-infused comfort layer. It works well for side sleepers who need pressure relief and couples who like beds with great motion isolation.
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The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex™ is an affordable bed with more layers than you’d expect from an all-foam model. It has a firm feel and targeted lumbar support along with infused copper and gel for cooling.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box that’s made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Silk & Snow mattress is an all-foam bed with a gel-infused comfort layer. It works well for side sleepers who need pressure relief and couples who like beds with great motion isolation.
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The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Studio by Leesa is a comfortable all-foam mattress that should be ideal for children, lightweight adults, and those who are looking for a good value.
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The Silk & Snow mattress is an all-foam bed with a gel-infused comfort layer. It works well for side sleepers who need pressure relief and couples who like beds with great motion isolation.
Free Sleep Bundle and 25% Off Select Bed Frames with Mattress Purchase; Up to 30% Off Bedding and Accessories
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box that’s made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Silk & Snow mattress is an all-foam bed with a gel-infused comfort layer. It works well for side sleepers who need pressure relief and couples who like beds with great motion isolation.
Free Sleep Bundle and 25% Off Select Bed Frames with Mattress Purchase; Up to 30% Off Bedding and Accessories
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Silk & Snow Hybrid is an affordable, Canadian-made mattress that packs a lot into its deceptively simple construction. It earned high marks for motion isolation and cooling, making it a great choice for co-sleepers and those who run hot. While its edge support is a bit lacking, it offers plenty of pressure relief in its cushy construction. It’s also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
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The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses we’ve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Silk & Snow Hybrid is an affordable, Canadian-made mattress that packs a lot into its deceptively simple construction. It earned high marks for motion isolation and cooling, making it a great choice for co-sleepers and those who run hot. While its edge support is a bit lacking, it offers plenty of pressure relief in its cushy construction. It’s also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
Free Sleep Bundle and 25% Off Select Bed Frames with Mattress Purchase; Up to 30% Off Bedding and Accessories
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box that’s made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Silk & Snow Hybrid is an affordable, Canadian-made mattress that packs a lot into its deceptively simple construction. It earned high marks for motion isolation and cooling, making it a great choice for co-sleepers and those who run hot. While its edge support is a bit lacking, it offers plenty of pressure relief in its cushy construction. It’s also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
Free Sleep Bundle and 25% Off Select Bed Frames with Mattress Purchase; Up to 30% Off Bedding and Accessories
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
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The Nectar Classic Hybrid is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 6.5/10. This is squarely medium-firm.
Price
$1,130-$2,426 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Back Sleepers
This hybrid should prove supportive enough for most back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
Cooling fibers in the cover and airflow around the coils help to prevent overheating.
Budget Shoppers
This is a relatively affordable hybrid when compared to competitors.
Pros
It balances pressure-relieving comfort layers with sturdy coils very well, so you feel cushioned yet lifted.
Restless sleepers and couples should be pleased with its above-average motion isolation.
Nectar’s warranty and trial policies are some of the best in the industry.
Cons
Even though it has springs, it’s not very bouncy; combination sleepers should seek out a more responsive mattress.
Exclusive stomach sleepers will likely need a firmer bed.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Forever warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is a spring-filled spin on the brand’s original all-foam design. Surprisingly, we found it to be just a tad softer than the foam model and felt more sink when we laid on its surface. It’s also cooler—but slightly costlier!
Testing Highlights
Cooling: Memory foam mattresses usually trap heat, but the Nectar Classic Hybrid stayed exceptionally cool during our testing. If you’ve stayed away from memory foam in the past because you’re a hot sleeper, you may want to give this one a try.
Pressure relief: This mattress is somewhere between a soft and medium firmness, but our testers felt a good bit of relief in the lower back, hips, and shoulder areas during testing.
Motion isolation: Our testers could feel their partner’s movements during our couple’s test, but the impact was minimal and the memory foam absorbed most of the movement.
Why Nectar Classic is the Best Hybrid Mattress Overall
The Nectar Classic Hybrid impressed us again and again during testing, earning 4 out of 5 stars in every category except one (edge support). The Classic Hybrid has the memory foam cushioning of the flagship Nectar Classic, but the coil layer provides enhanced support, stronger edges, and improved durability. Overall, the Nectar Classic Hybrid earned 4.3 stars out of 5.
The cushioning memory foam in the Classic Hybrid offers excellent pressure relief for back and side sleepers, and despite the thick foam, the Nectar Classic Hybrid did a great job of staying cool, earning an outstanding 4.5 stars in this category. However, the best part might be the price tag—the Classic Hybrid is the brand’s entry model, and a queen-size is priced just under $800.
The contouring of the foams on top makes it feel like I’m becoming one with this bed. However, folks with mobility concerns may prefer a hybrid with thinner (or firmer) comfort layers so the supportive coils aren’t swallowed up by the foam.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid has an in between soft and medium feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4/5
Average. This bed offers decent pressure relief for both side and back sleepers.
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Edge Support: 3.8/5
Below average. We noticed quite a bit of sinkage when seated on the Nectar Classic Hybrid’s perimeter.
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Cooling: 4.5/5
Above average. This bed’s cooling cover helps to keep temperatures low.
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Motion Isolation: 4/5
Average. Our tester didn’t feel too jostled by their partner’s movements, but they could feel them.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. The Nectar Classic Hybrid has a softer feel up top, but its coils allow for some ease of movement.
Who Might Like Nectar Classic Hybrid
Back and side sleepers. This hybrid mattress balances support and cushion to relieve pressure in the lumbar, hip, and shoulder areas.
People shopping on a budget. The Nectar Classic Hybrid is much more affordable than its competitors, offering the same quality.
Hot sleepers. Despite thick, memory-foam layers, the Nectar Classic Hybrid stayed very cool in our testing.
Who Might Not Like Nectar Classic Hybrid
Stomach sleepers. This mattress is not firm enough to recommend for stomach sleepers and may cause hip sagging and misalignment in this position.
People with mobility issues. The thick cushioning layers can make it difficult to move around on this mattress, and the lack of edge support may be too difficult if you have mobility issues.
Combination sleepers. The foam topper on the Nectar Classic Hybrid makes it somewhat difficult to change positions and may disrupt sleep.
Doctor’s Note
“On my side, I can feel just a hint of pressure on my shoulders, but I think there is enough sinkage overall for most sleepers to be comfortable,” said Dr. Hannah Habeeb, our chief medical product tester. It’s very comfortable and contours around your body in a great way.”
Other User Reviews
The Nectar Classic Hybrid mattress has a 4.5 out of 5 star rating with almost 3,500 reviews on Nectar’s website. Reviewers rave about how comfortable the topper is without sacrificing support, especially for heavyweight sleepers. The most common complaint is that the softness is higher than they anticipated.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: Nectar Classic Hybrid
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a hybrid mattress—it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 6/10. This is slightly softer than the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,436-$2,924 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, short queen, king, California king, RV king
Side Sleepers
Side sleepers of all body types should feel cozy on this bed.
Back Sleepers
It has enough support for most back sleepers.
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros
This bed has a hotel-like feel. The pillow top provides a plush comfort layer to sink into.
The Helix Midnight Luxe sleeps very cool, and impressed us during our temperature testing.
Even though it’s a hybrid mattress, this bed has good motion isolation. That means if you co-sleep, you’re less likely to feel your partner’s movements.
Cons
Stomach sleepers probably won’t find this bed supportive enough to keep their spine in proper alignment.
This is a luxury mattress model, so it wouldn’t be considered a budget-buy.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
15-year warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
Testing Highlights
Edge Support: This mattress has exceptional edge support with minimal sinkage around the perimeter, whether lying down or sitting up at the edge.
Cooling: The Midnight Luxe is cool to the touch and releases heat surprisingly well considering how soft it is. Hot sleepers should be okay with this mattress.
Firmness: Technically, this mattress is medium-firm, but it definitely skews softer than others in its class. It’s got good support for side and back sleepers but won’t be firm enough for stomach sleepers.
Why Helix Midnight Luxe is Good for Side Sleepers
The Helix Midnight Luxe is made with side sleepers in mind, so it has a medium feel with memory foam layers that gently cradle the hips and shoulders. Overall, we scored the Midnight Luxe 4.5 stars out of 5. In fact, it earned at least 4 stars in every category. Livvi DiCicco tested this mattress and found it hit the mark for side sleepers, but thinks it performed well for back sleepers too.
Apart from having good support (6/10) and pressure relief (4.2/5), the Helix Midnight Luxe performed well in motion isolation, too (4/5), meaning it is a good pick for couples who are easily disrupted by movement in the bed. Livvi said the main drawback of this mattress is “the pillow top is super doughy” which makes it tough to switch positions, especially from your stomach to your side or back.
The pillow top is definitely providing a bulk of the cushion here, but I feel like I’m still getting support from the springs below—so, a match made in heaven for side sleepers. I really enjoyed resting on my side on this bed, as I felt like my shoulders and hips were cushioned without digging into the mattress.
Livvi DiCicco
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Firmness: 6/10
The Helix Midnight Luxe has a medium feel, skewing slightly softer than traditional medium-firm.
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Pressure Relief: 4.2/5
Above average. Only our heavyweight tester noted some pressure on his lower back while back-sleeping.
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Edge Support: 4.8/5
Above average. There was minimal sinkage when sitting or lying down at the edge of the mattress.
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Cooling: 4.5/5
Above average. The Midnight Luxe has a cool-to-the-touch feel at the surface.
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Motion Isolation: 4/5
Average. We could feel some movement from the other side of the bed during the couple’s test.
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Response: 4/5
Average. This bed has bounce, but the pillow top is softer, potentially impeding some movement.
Who Might Like Helix Midnight Luxe
Side sleepers. The Helix Midnight Luxe is designed for side sleepers, and the mattress contours in all the right places to relieve pressure in the hips and shoulders.
Hot sleepers. Despite the softness, this mattress has cooling features that performed well above average on our tests. It’s cool to the touch and doesn’t trap heat.
Back sleepers. Our testers felt pressure relief when they laid on their back too, saying the support and cushion combination works for this sleep position almost as well as the side position.
Who Might Not Like Helix Midnight Luxe
Combination sleepers. If you move around a lot during the night, this mattress is not for you. It scored average on our test for responsiveness, but our testers didn’t like how difficult it was to move around.
Couples. The Midnight Luxe performed average on our motion isolation test, but there are better options out there, and you can cause a big disturbance for your partner if you get stuck transitioning on this mattress.
Stomach sleepers. The firmness skews softer than typical hybrid mattresses, so stomach sleepers will likely feel sinkage that puts pressure on your hips.
Doctor’s Note
Dr. Hannah Habeeb agrees with our tester’s assessment. “I don’t feel any pressure build up,” she said. ” My lumbar spine is well supported, and I don’t think back sleepers would experience too much pressure buildup on this bed.”
Other User Reviews
The Helix Midnight Luxe has just over 8,000 reviews with an average 4.5 out of 5 star rating. Positive reviews center on the combination of comfort and support this mattress offers, while negative reviews tend to focus on the price.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: Helix Midnight Luxe
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.5
DreamCloud
DreamCloud Premier
Medium-Firm Feel
Cooling
Plush Pillow Top
Hybrid mattress
365-night sleep trial
Free shipping
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The DreamCloud Premier is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 6.5/10. This is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,169-$2,998 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros of the DreamCloud Premier
The DreamCloud Premier is an excellent cooling mattress. Its hybrid design and breathable materials ensure you won’t be overheating during the night.
Back sleepers will feel very comfortable on the DreamCloud Premier. It boasts a perfect balance of comfort and support, which is exactly what back sleepers need.
While it is closer to medium-firm, it is a good fit for side sleepers. Its plush top will help relieve pressure on the shoulders and hips.
It features a plush pillow top design. Those who like the feeling of a luxurious pillow top will love the DreamCloud Premier.
Cons of the DreamCloud Premier
Stomach sleepers won’t get enough support on this mattress.
If you prefer the feeling of a memory foam mattress, the DreamCloud will be too bouncy for you.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The DreamCloud Premier is a luxurious hybrid that gives you the feeling of sleeping in a nice hotel. Its combination of foam, coils, and cooling materials make it an ideal pick for both back sleepers and hot sleepers as well. At the same time, it is plush enough for the majority of side sleepers. However, if you sleep on your stomach, take a look at the firmer DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress. Learn more in our video review.
Testing Highlights
Response: The DreamCloud Premier is way more bouncy than you’d expect given how thick and plush the topper is. You won’t have a problem changing positions on this mattress.
Pressure relief: We tested this mattress in all sleeping positions and our testers reported pressure relief no matter if they slept on their back, side, or stomach.
Edge support: The edges on this mattress barely sink whether you’re sitting or lying down, which makes it easy to get out of the bed and spread out if you’re sharing with a partner.
Why DreamCloud Premier is a Good Luxury Hybrid Mattress
The DreamCloud Premier Hybrid has a number of luxurious upgrades that rival beds twice its price. The 13-inch hybrid comes standard with a plush Euro top that adds to the overall sense of luxury. One of our in-house mattress testers tried the DreamCloud on her back, side, and stomach. In all positions, she reported feeling comfortable and supported, with excellent spinal alignment and zero pressure.
Despite the plush topper, the Premier Hybrid earned a full 5 stars out of 5 for its responsiveness during our test. It’s not quite as bouncy as other hybrids, but our testers moved around much more easily than they expected, given how thick the cushioning is, earning it a perfect 5/5 for responsiveness. This mattress received outstanding scores in just about every other category too, including edge support and pressure relief—for an overall score of 4.6 out of 5.
The DreamCloud Premier feels fantastic on my side. The contouring is great on my shoulder, and I really love how it feels on my ribcage. The top is super soft, but the coils do a great job supporting me.
Sosha Lewis, Certified Sleep Science Coach
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Firmness: 6/10
The DreamCloud Premier Hybrid has a medium-soft feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.3/5
Above average. Back sleepers will reap the most pressure relief on the DreamCloud Premier.
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Edge Support: 4.4/5
Above average. The edges barely buckled when sitting or lying down on the DreamCloud Premier’s perimeter.
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Cooling: 3.5/5
Below average. This mattress did retain quite a bit of heat in our cooling test, so it likely won’t appeal to hot sleepers.
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Motion Isolation: 4/5
Average. The dense pillow top of the DreamCloud Premier should absorb some motion.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. This hybrid mattress has a super-bouncy feel.
Who Might Like DreamCloud Premier
Combination sleepers. The DreamCloud Premier stunned us with its responsiveness, especially considering how thick the topper is. You won’t have trouble changing positions.
Side sleepers. Our testers loved how this mattress contoured around their shoulders and hips in the side-sleeping position, relieving pressure and providing the right amount of support.
Couples. This mattress offers decent motion isolation, but the rock-solid edge support lets you spread out and use the entire surface of the bed without sagging.
Who Might Not Like DreamCloud Premier
Hot sleepers. There are some cooling features on the DreamCloud Premier, but they didn’t perform well in our tests. The surface temperature warmed up 10 degrees for us.
People on a budget. You should be able to find a discount code or holiday sale for this mattress, but if you don’t the price tag is higher than other mattresses on our list.
People who prefer memory foam. If you’re looking for a deep, luxurious sinking feeling when you lie down in bed, this isn’t the mattress for you. However, you can add a memory foam topper for an additional cost.
Doctor’s Note
Dr. Hannah Habeeb, had a positive experience with this mattress, saying, “I feel extremely comfortable on the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid. My shoulder and hip feel very cushioned, and my pressure is evenly distributed.”
Other User Reviews
The DreamCloud Premier has an average rating of 4.5 stars with 5,500 reviews on DreamCloud’s website. Reviewers rave about the comfort this mattress offers back and side sleepers, and the primary complaint is the pillow top’s lack of durability for heavyweight sleepers.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: DreamCloud Premier Hybrid
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.4
Leesa
Leesa Sapira Chill
Multiple Firmnesses
Pillow Top
Breathable
Hybrid mattress
100-night sleep trial
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The Leesa Sapira Chill is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Plush, Medium-Firm, and Firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Medium-Firm model a 6/10, which is slightly softer than average.
Price
$1,499-$2,399 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Side Sleepers
Great pressure relief for side sleepers under 230 lbs.
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Pros of the Leesa Sapira Chill
This bed is available in several firmness options. That means a variety of sleepers should be able to pick a feel that works for their needs.
It sleeps impressively cool. The cooling cover and breathable foam and coils mean it offers strong temperature-regulation.
The pillow top gives the bed a hotel-like feel. This provides plenty of cushion while the coils offer zoned support.
Cons of the Leesa Sapira Chill
This is a more responsive mattress, so you won’t get that signtaure memory foam sinking feeling.
The Leesa Sapira Chill isn’t a cheap mattress.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The Leesa Sapira Chill is a cool, comfortable bed that pairs a plush pillow top with supportive zoned coils. It’s available in three firmness options, so many sleepers should be able to choose a model that works for their sleeping position. This isn’t the cheapest option for a cooling mattress, though. Instead, check out the Cocoon Chill.
Testing Highlights
Cooling. This mattress is cool to the touch and doesn’t trap heat because of the active cooling cover. Our thermal gun showed an increased surface temperature, but our testers said they didn’t notice it.
Pressure relief. Even though the Sapira Chill Hybrid is on the softer side, our testers were pleasantly surprised with how much pressure relief they felt—especially on their side and backs.
Edge support. The support extends all the way to the edge and around the perimeter on this mattress, so you shouldn’t have much sinkage whether you’re lying or sitting on the edge.
Why Leesa Sapira Chill is a Good Cooling Hybrid Mattress
Hybrid mattresses naturally promote airflow better than all-foam beds, which is exactly what you’ll find in the Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid, which has active cooling cover in addition to the airflow construction. The mattress earned an overall score of 4.3 stars out of 5 and performed particularly well in cooling ability, edge support, and pressure relief.
Between the actively cooling cover, coils, and high airflow foam, our testers didn’t feel trapped heat at all with this mattress. However, they were pleasantly surprised by the support and pressure relief. Our heavyweight tester called it “spinalicious” and noted that he felt relief in his shoulder, which is usually a pain point for him. “This is highly supportive and super cozy,” he added.
This bed feels cool to the touch (it has cooling fibers in the cover) and it didn’t noticeably heat up while I was lying on it. After resting on the Leesa mattress for 7 minutes, I measured a 6.8-degree temperature increase with the thermal gun, which is quite impressive.
Melanie Kassel, Certified Sleep Science Coach
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Firmness: 6/10
The Medium Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid has a slightly softer—but still medium—feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.5/5
Above average. Our testers encountered plenty of pressure relief in the back- and side-sleeping position.
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Edge Support: 4.3/5
Above average. The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid has excellent edge support for sitting and lying down at the far reaches of the bed.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. True to its name, the Leesa Sapira Chill has a pleasantly cool-to-the-touch feel.
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Motion Isolation: 3.8/5
Below average. You’ll likely feel your partner moving around on the other side of the bed, just like we did.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. Though it’s a hybrid mattress, the Leesa Sapira Chill has a doughy pillow top that makes it harder to move around on.
Who Might Like Leesa Sapira Chill
Hot sleepers. This mattress is cool to the touch and doesn’t retain heat, so hot sleepers should naturally find some relief with the Sapira Chill.
Side sleepers. Technically, the Sapira Chill is a soft-to-medium firm mattress, we saw an impressive amount of pressure relief for side sleepers during testing.
Combination sleepers. This mattress has multiple firmness options, and the more firm you choose the better responsiveness you’ll get. The topper is soft, but notslow-sinking memory foam, so you shouldn’t have a problem changing positions.
Who Might Not Like Leesa Sapira Chill
Couples. The Sapira Chill mattress did not impress us in the motion isolation category. If you share the bed with a partner, you’ll likely feel all of their movements on this mattress.
Stomach sleepers. There’s not enough support on this mattress for stomach sleepers. our hips will likely sag, creating pressure and aches.
People on a budget. The MSRP on the Leesa Sapira Chill is pretty high, but it might be worth a look if you catch it on sale or with a discount code.
Doctor’s Note
Dr. Hannah Habeeb, who falls in our lightweight category, believes that the Leesa Sapira Chill is great at alleviating pressure. “It’s very comfortable, especially for side sleepers,” she said. “It’s soft and allows you to sink into it. It also contours your body really well and effectively distributes pressure across the hip area.”
Other User Reviews
The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid has a 4.3 out of 5 star average rating with 223 reviews. Customers praise how cool this mattress is and say it offers advanced lumbar support. Several negative reviews mention lumps or bumps in the cooling cover that create additional pressure points.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Soft, Medium, and Firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Medium model a 6.5/10, which is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$665-$1,599 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, short full, queen, short queen, king, short king, Olympic queen, California king, split California king, RV king
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Couples
Good balance of motion isolation and responsiveness.
Pros of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature is a budget-friendly mattress. It’s a good fit for shoppers looking for an affordable, versatile bed.
Combination sleepers will find it easy to change positions on this bed. Thanks to its bouncy coil construction, the Signature offers a very responsive surface.
Back and side sleepers under 230 lbs can expect great pressure relief and support on this bed.
Cons of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature
This bed doesn’t provide much motion isolation.
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature isn’t a luxury mattress.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period. A removal fee of $99 will be deducted from your refund.
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature is an affordable, no-frills bed with a medium-firm feel that should work for a wide variety of sleepers. While it’s made with durable materials and should last up to 10 years, it isn’t the most luxurious option. If you’re looking for a premium bed, check out the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe. Learn more in our video review.
Testing Highlights
Pressure relief: This mattress offers exceptional pressure relief, especially for side and back sleepers. Our testers were blown away by the performance for the price.
Firmness: The Signature Hybrid is a medium-firm mattress, and we found it to be accurate. It’s got good support, but it isn’t uncomfortable.
Motion isolation: This mattress impressed us in this category. Almost all of the movement was absorbed by the cover during our couples test.
Why Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid is a Good Value Hybrid Mattress
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress gives you bang for your buck, impressing us with its pressure relief (4.8/5), motion isolation (4.7/5), responsiveness (4/5), and firmness (6.5/10), all for under $1,000. We tested the medium model, and our team was thoroughly impressed with this mattress’s performance.
Pressure relief was where the Brooklyn Signature Hybrid shone the most. Our testers gave it a 4.8/5, thanks to its ability to relieve tension in the back and side sleeping positions, and most movement was absorbed by the cover during our couples test. This mattress also has above-average edge support thanks to reinforced coils, so it’s a good fit for couples looking for room to spread out or those with mobility issues who need sturdy edges.
I feel like my entire body is lifted and supported, and my spine is in a straight, even line. I’m also enjoying the amount of contouring I’m experiencing at my lower back. If you need lumbar support, this bed is a good choice.
Average weight tester
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Firmness: 6.5/10
We tested out the Medium model of the Signature Hybrid and found it had a medium-firm feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.8/5
Exceptional. This mattress offers great pressure relief to both back and side sleepers.
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Edge Support: 4/5
Average. The top of the Signature Hybrid does compress a bit when you sit directly on the edge.
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Cooling: 3.5/5
Below average. Though the bed initially felt cool to the touch, the mattress did heat up quite a lot during our thermal gun test.
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Motion Isolation: 4.7/5
Above-average. Most movement was stifled on the Signature Hybrid’s surface.
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Response: 4/5
Average. You may encounter some resistance from the Signature Hybrid’s plush pillow top.
Who Might Like Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid
Side and back sleepers. Our testers loved how this mattress relieved pressure on the hips, shoulders, and lumbar area during testing, saying it performed as well as mattresses double the price.
Couples. Our testers felt little to no movement during the couples test, so couples sharing a bed won’t have to worry about disturbing each other’s rest with this mattress.
Combination sleepers. The BB Signature Hybrid does have a plush pillow top, but the firmness counteracted this in our tests, and we had no issues changing positions.
Who Might Not Like Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid
Hot sleepers. Don’t let this mattress fool you; it is cool to the touch, but it trapped heat to the tune of a 9.2-degree increase in surface temperature during our test.
Heavyweight sleepers. The Signature Hybrid has great support for our average and lightweight testers, but we worry heavyweight sleepers will sink too low and start feeling pressure.
Stomach sleepers. If you’re a lightweight stomach sleeper, you may have enough support with this mattress, but we’d recommend looking for a firmer, more supportive mattress for most stomach sleepers.
Other User Reviews
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid has a whopping 11,437 reviews and a 4.7 out of 5-star average rating. Reviewers love the value they get from this comfortable and supportive mattress. The most common complaint among reviewers is a permanent sink for heavier sleepers who chose the medium firmness option.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.3
Silk & Snow
Silk & Snow Hybrid Mattress
Two Firmness Options
Gel-Infused Foam
Zoned Support
Hybrid mattress
365-night sleep trial
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The Silk & Snow Hybrid is made of foam comfort layers and innerspring coils.
Firmness
This bed is available in two firmness levels: Medium-Firm and Plush. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Medium-Firm version a 6.5 out of 10, which is indeed medium-firm.
Price
$650- $950 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Back Sleepers
The bed’s springs are zoned to give more support under the lumbar and midsection regions, making it a sturdy choice for back sleepers of all body types.
Couples
It has great edge support for spreading out, and above-average responsiveness that can help with intimacy.
Pros of the Silk & Snow Hybrid
It balances support and pressure relief well for a versatile medium-firm feel with a soft surface.
You can upgrade to a plusher version for a little extra money.
The zoned support really keeps the hips and lower back lifted, so back sleepers shouldn’t experience too much sinkage.
Cons of the Silk & Snow Hybrid
It may be too bouncy for sensitive sleepers.
The surface is soft enough that we hesitate to recommend it to stomach sleepers or people with lower back pain; your lumbar spine may sink a little too low.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
15 years
Returns
Full refund if returned within trial period, and after 30-day break-in period
The Silk & Snow Hybrid actually feels slightly softer than the Canadian brand’s signature all-foam mattress. Its 2-inch layer of gel-infused foam brings a lot of pressure relief to the table (though it didn’t cool our testers down as well as we’d hoped). The zoned support is what truly stands out: it makes it a great bed for back sleepers who also like a cushiony top.
Testing Highlights
Cooling: Our testers reported feeling no trapped heat on the Silk & Snow Hybrid, which is good news for couples, especially if one or both of you tend to sleep hot.
Motion isolation: One of the most important considerations for couples is whether you’ll disrupt each other, tossing and turning or getting in and out of bed. This mattress eliminates almost all movement.
Response: The Silk & Snow Hybrid has an average responsiveness, and one of our testers even got a little caught in the pillow topper trying to change positions. However, the motion isolation is so good on this mattress, your partner won’t feel it at all.
Why Silk & Snow Hybrid is Good for Couples
When you share your bed with a partner, motion isolation is the key performance feature to pay attention to, and the Silk & Snow Hybrid Mattress delivers. During testing, the Silk & Snow hybrid earned its highest marks in this category (4.7/5), but also excelled in other important areas like cooling and pressure relief.
Our in-house tester describes herself as a very light sleeper, and she was really impressed with the Silk & Snow during blindfold testing, when another tester rolled around on the bed to mimic restless sleeping. She barely felt any movement during the test, resulting in a 4.7/5. The Silk & Snow also excelled in another key metric for couples, cooling, earning a 4.5/5 rating.
I think I only felt the motion during the test because I knew it was coming. But it was so slight, I don’t think the little movement I felt from my partner getting in and out of bed or changing positions would have woken me.
In-house tester
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Firmness: 6/10
The medium model of Silk & Snow Hybrid is true to its name, if slightly soft.
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Pressure Relief: 4/5
Average. This mattress offered good pressure relief for both side and back sleepers.
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Edge Support: 3.4/5
Below average. We noticed quite a bit of sinkage when seated on the edge of the Silk & Snow Hybrid.
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Cooling: 4.5/5
Above average. True to its name, the Silk & Snow didn’t heat up after lying on it for seven minutes.
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Motion Isolation: 4.7/5
Above average. The water glass barely moved or wobbled in our motion isolation tests.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. The surface of the Silk & Snow Hybrid is slightly soft, which could make moving around a bit difficult.
Who Might Like Silk & Snow Hybrid
Couples. This mattress will serve couples well because you won’t feel each other moving, and you won’t get overheated.
Hot sleepers. Our thermal gun testing registered minimal surface temperature increases during our test, and our testers confirmed they felt cool throughout.
Combination sleepers. This mattress has an average responsiveness, but even if you toss and turn, your partner won’t feel it due to the exceptional motion isolation.
Who Might Not Like Silk & Snow Hybrid
Side sleepers. Our testers felt a little too much sinkage when they shifted from their back to their side, which leads us to recommend that side sleepers consider other mattresses.
Couples who spread out. Unfortunately, this mattress does not have great edge support, so if you like to spread out from your partner, you may start sinking and slipping around the edges.
People with persistent low back pain. While this mattress does provide some pressure relief for back sleepers, we hesitate to recommend it as a therapeutic option for those who suffer from persistent back pain from sleep.
Other User Reviews
The Silk & Snow Hybrid is the highest-rated mattress on our list with a 4.9-star average rating out of 4,060 reviews. Customers rave about how comfortable this mattress is, especially for couples, and how their partner no longer disrupts their sleep by changing positions.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.6
Nolah
Nolah Evolution Comfort+
Firm Feel
Supportive Coil System
Breathable
Hybrid mattress
120-night sleep trial
Free shipping
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The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and a supportive coil layer.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress a 6.5/10, which is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,499-$3,198 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Heavyweight Sleepers
This mattress offers a lot of lumbar support for heavier people.
Hot Sleepers
There’s a cooling cover and airflow-promoting coils.
Pros of the Nolah Evolution Comfort+
This mattress has many cooling features, which makes it a nice option for people who run hot at night.
It’s a great match for many heavyweight back and side sleepers, thanks to its supportive coil system.
Because it contains high-quality materials, it should last at least a decade.
Cons of the Nolah Evolution Comfort+
People who weigh less than 300 lb might think this mattress feels too firm.
Because it’s a luxurious mattress, it might be too expensive for some people.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
You’ll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day “break-in” period.
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ mattress was made specifically with heavier people in mind. It has a medium-firm feel, and it works well for many back and side sleepers who weigh more than 300 lb. This mattress has many cooling features, such as a breathable cover and coils that promote airflow. It could feel too firm for lightweight people, and some stomach sleepers may not get the hip support they need.
Testing Highlights
Pressure relief: Our tester felt immediate pressure relief in his lower back, shoulders, and hips. That pressure relief was the same whether he laid on his back or on his side.
Motion isolation: During the couple’s test, movement was almost nonexistent on the Nolah Evolution Comfort+, earning it an almost-perfect score for motion isolation.
Edge support: This mattress has average edge support, but our tester noticed some sinking around the perimeter when he tried to lie closer to the edge. If you typically sleep closer to the middle of the mattress, this won’t be a problem for you.
Why Nolah Evolution Comfort+ is Good for Heavy Sleepers
Heavyweight sleepers are those who weigh over 230 lbs. and usually benefit from beds with greater support to avoid aches and pains caused by spinal misalignment. Often, a firmer feel works well too, because heavier sleepers can compress a mattress’s coils more, leading them to perceive a softer feel than advertised. The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ is designed with these considerations in mind.
One of our heavyweight mattress testers assessed the Evolution Comfort+ from top to bottom. During his tests, he rated it a 7/10 on the firmness scale—with exceptional support on his side and back—a 4.8 for pressure relief, and another 4.8 for motion isolation. Our tester was less comfortable on his stomach, but said the pressure relief was even on his back and side.
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ is really comfortable. The soft top is doing a lot for me, and I wasn’t sinking too far. This mattress gave me equal parts pressure relief and support.
Heavyweight tester
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Firmness: 7/10
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ has a slightly firmer feel, which is balanced out by its plusher-feeling pillow top.
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Pressure Relief: 4.8/5
Exceptional. Back and side sleepers should experience excellent pressure relief on this bed.
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Edge Support: 4/5
Average. There was some sinkage when seated on the edge of the Evolution Comfort+, alongside some just-okay weighted edge support ratings.
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Cooling: 3.5/5
Below average. Though initially cool to the touch, this bed heated up quite a bit during our thermal gun test.
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Motion Isolation: 4.8/5
Exceptional. We barely felt any motion transfer on this mattress.
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Response: 4/5
Average. There’s some pushback from the Evolution Comfort+’s doughy pillow top, which could make switching positions more troublesome.
Who Might Like Nolah Evolution Comfort+
Heavyweight sleepers. This mattress offers strong support and well-above-average pressure relief for people over 230 lbs.
Couples. If you or your partner tend to toss and turn or get in and out of bed during the night, this mattress eliminates that disruption by absorbing the movement.
Back and side sleepers. Our tester noted a great balance of comfort, support, and pressure relief in the back- and side-sleeping positions on this mattress.
Who Might Not Like Nolah Evolution Comfort+
Hot sleepers. This mattress feels cool initially, but it quickly trapped heat during our test and that may be uncomfortable if you usually sleep hot.
Combination sleepers. This mattress has a doughy pillow top, which can make changing positions uncomfortable during the night. Combination sleepers have better options elsewhere.
People who like to spread out. Due to the lack of edge support around the perimeter, we don’t recommend this mattress for people who sleep closer to the edge of the bed.
Other User Reviews
Nolah Evolution Comfort+ has a 4.7 out of 5 star average rating from 1,280 reviews on Nolah’s website. Reviewers praise the firmness, support, and pressure relief that they feel belongs to a luxury mattress. The most common complaints among negative reviews are customer service related.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: Nolah Evolution Comfort+
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Birch Luxe is a luxury hybrid mattress that uses natural foam and wool for comfort and steel coils for support.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest and 10 being the firmest, we rated the Birch Luxe a 7/10, meaning it’s quite firm.
Price
$1,623-$3,123 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Back Sleepers
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleepers
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight stomach sleepers.
Pros of the Birch Luxe
This bed is one of the firmer options, which is great if you like a bed with less sinkage and more pushback.
The Euro-top has you feeling like you’re sleeping in the lap of luxury, all wrapped in an eco-friendly package.
It’s strong edge support could be beneficial for sleepers who need a firm surface to bear down on in the morning.
Cons of the Birch Luxe
As a more responsive mattress, you won’t feel hugged by the bed, which may not be preferable.
Organic and sustainably-sourced materials make the Birch Luxe one of our pricier picks.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
Returns
Free refunds during the trial period.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
Testing Highlights
Response: If you’re a combination sleeper who changes position frequently, this mattress is what you’re looking for. The latex coils and natural materials make the Birche Luxe extremely bouncy.
Pressure relief: The Birch Luxe technically scored a 7/10, but it feels slightly firmer than most medium-firm mattresses on our list, which leads to great pressure relief for back and side positions.
Cooling: Latex is supposed to be a cooler material, but our tests were a bit contradictory. The thermal gun showed a 11-degree increase in surface temperature, while our testers said they didn’t notice any heat being trapped.
Why Birch Luxe Natural is a Good Organic Hybrid Mattress
If natural and organic materials are a priority, the Birch Luxe Hybrid Mattress could be your dream bed. Its list of eco-friendly materials includes organic cotton, natural wool, and organic latex. They’re paired with steel coils for a bed that combines safety, support, and all-natural comfort. During testing, we found the Birch Luxe Hybrid offers excellent edge support and pressure relief and a perfect 5/5 for responsiveness. Latex is known for its buoyant sensation, so the Birch Luxe Hybrid’s 5-star score in responsiveness isn’t a big surprise.
This mattress is a little firmer than the medium-firm mattress average—our tester rated it as a 7/10 on our firmness scale—so there is ample support. However, what surprised us was the cooling test. Natural materials tend to offer excellent breathability and better cooling than synthetic materials, but the thermal gun test showed an increase of more than 11 degrees; however, our tester said, “It didn’t feel very hot when I felt the mattress as I got up, and it was cool a few seconds later,” adding that she was surprised by the thermal gun reading.
I don’t feel like the mattress is fighting me, and the cover is really flat, so I don’t have issues moving around. My hips and shoulders feel like they are on the same level, and my spinal alignment feels great. It’s not deep contouring/sinkage, but I think this is good for side sleepers that don’t want a super soft mattress.
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Firmness: 7/10
The Birch Luxe has a slightly firmer feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.3/5
Above average. Both back and side sleepers should feel relief on this mattress, though it was a standout for back sleepers in particular.
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Edge Support: 4.7/5
Above average. The Birch Luxe’s edges remained steady whether we sat or laid down on them.
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Cooling: 3.5/5
Below average. The Birch Luxe didn’t feel notably cool, but neither did it heat up to an uncomfortable degree.
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Motion Isolation: 3.8/5
Below average. Light sleepers may feel some of their partner’s larger movements from the other side of the bed.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. Latex and coils make this bed extremely bouncy.
Who Might Like Birch Luxe Natural
Back and side sleepers. This mattress is slightly firmer than the average medium-firm mattress, and our testers particularly noticed pressure relief while lying on their back and side.
Combination sleepers. The Birch Luxe is smooth and bouncy. If you’re a combination sleeper who changes position a lot during the night, you’ll have no problem moving around on this mattress.
Eco-conscious shoppers. This mattress is made from all-natural, organic materials including organic cotton, organic wool, and organic latex; all of which are sustainably sourced.
Who Might Not Like Birch Luxe Natural
Couples. If you share a bed with someone who moves around a lot, this mattress is not a great option. Our testers felt significant movement from the other side of the bed.
Stomach sleepers. Stomach sleepers have it rough because the support and comfort have to be balanced just right. Our testers thought this mattress was a little too firm for the stomach position.
People on a budget. All-natural, organic mattresses like this one cost a premium. If you’re on a budget, you may want to consider different options.
Doctor’s Note
Dr. Hannah Habeeb says back sleepers should fare best on the Birch Luxe Natural. “On my back, my spine feels aligned neutrally,” she said. “It’s not letting me sink in too much, but I’m still getting good contouring at my hips and lower back. The heavier parts of my body are more cushioned, while the lighter parts are supported.”
Other User Reviews
The Birch Luxe has a 4.2 out of 5 star average rating on the Birch Living website with 566 user reviews. Positive reviewers love how bouncy and supportive the mattress is while praising its eco-friendly materials. Negative reviewers tend to focus on the price.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a hybrid mattress, meaning it contains both coil and foam layers.
Firmness
The Plank Firm Luxe is flippable, offering an 8/10 (firm) firmness on one side and 9/10 (ultra-firm) on the other.
Price
$693-$1,299 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, short queen, Olympic queen, king, short king, California king, split California king, RV king
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Stomach Sleepers
Provides lots of support under hips for stomach sleepers.
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s optional cooling panel can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros of the Plank Firm Mattress
The mattress is flippable, giving you two different firmness options (firm and extra-firm) in one bed.
You can add a cooling cover to each side for a modest fee.
Cons of the Plank Firm Mattress
It doesn’t offer a slow-moving memory foam feel. You’ll feel more on-top of the bed, than sunken in.
Side sleepers may not be able to get enough pressure relief, even on the bed’s less firm side.
Shipping
Free shipping except for HI and AK
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Returns
$99 return fee
The Plank Firm Luxe is a versatile ultra-firm mattress for sleepers who may typically struggle to find a bed that offers the level of firmness they need (heavyweight, stomach, and back sleepers in particular). Moreover, the bed’s dual firmness levels, and cozy, cool, yet durable construction, make the Plank Firm Luxe our favorite firm mattress for back pain.
Testing Highlights
Firmness: The Plank Firm Luxe is a two-sided mattress with a firm and extra-firm side. Our tester scored it a 7/10 and 8/10 for firmness (respectively), highlighting how supportive it is for back sleepers.
Response: Firm beds are usually bouncy, and this mattress doesn’t disappoint. Combination sleepers will enjoy how easy it is to change positions.
Motion isolation: Despite the firmness, the Plank Firm Luxe does an excellent job absorbing the movement from one side to the other. If you share a bed with a restless sleeper, you won’t be disturbed by their movement with this mattress.
Why Plank Firm Luxe is a Good Firm Hybrid Mattress
For some people, the best mattresses are the firmest, and it doesn’t get much firmer than the Plank Firm Luxe—a flippable model that’s firm on one side and even firmer on the other. We scored the firm side at 7/10 and the extra-firm side at 8/10 for firmness. Mattress tester, Sosha Lewis felt the support and pressure relief immediately, saying, “I liked how it felt around my lower back a lot, and it was even and balanced on my shoulders.”
This is a mattress designed for back sleepers, but as you might expect from an extra-firm mattress, the responsiveness was also excellent. Combination sleepers won’t feel trapped in the bed’s layers when trying to move around. This bed ranks among the firmest we have ever tested.
What Our Tester Says
Back sleepers should love this. It made my lower back feel great, and actively pulled away tension. It’s very easy to transition between sleeping positions, and the foam contours a little, but it doesn’t create an obstacle in turning over.
Sosha Lewis, Certified Sleep Coach
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Firmness: 7-8/10
The Plank Firm Luxe is flippable, featuring a traditionally firm-feeling side and extra-firm side.
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Pressure Relief: 4.2/5
Average. The traditional firm side of the Plank Firm Luxe will be better for relieving pressure.
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Edge Support: 3.2/5
Below average. Despite its extra-firm feel, the Plank Firm Luxe had some lackluster edge support on both sides.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. Both sides of the Plank Firm Luxe feel relatively cool and performed well in our temperature test.
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Motion Isolation: 4.7/5
Above average. We could only feel very slight motion from our fellow testers on the traditional firm side of the bed.
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Response: 4.5/5
Above average. It’s very easy to switch positions on either side of the Plank Firm Luxe, though the traditional firm side is slightly less responsive.
Who Might Like Plank Firm Luxe
Combination sleepers. The Plank Firm Luxe is quite bouncy and responsive to position changes. If you move around a lot while you sleep, you won’t have trouble adjusting with this mattress.
People with lower back pain. This mattress keeps your back completely straight with not much sinkage. You should maintain proper alignment and avoid waking up with aches and pains.
Couples. The Plank Firm Luxe scores well above average for motion isolation, which means you won’t feel your partner tossing and turning or getting in and out of bed throughout the night.
Who Might Not Like Plank Firm Luxe
Side sleepers. This mattress is very firm, so much so that side sleepers will likely have too much pressure on their hip and shoulders.
Edge sleepers. Despite being exceptionally firm, that support does not extend to the edge of this mattress. People who sleep close to the perimeter will start sagging.
People who want a more balanced firm/cushion combination. This mattress is less balanced than others on our list because it is designed to be very firm. If you need a plush pillow top, this is not the mattress for you.
Doctor’s Note
“A mattress this firm will likely be very uncomfortable on your side,” says Dr. Hannah Habeeb. “The spine is kept in a perfectly straight line, which is good for back pain; however, there is pretty much zero sinkage to cushion the hip and shoulder joint.”
Other User Reviews
The Plank Firm Luxe has 3,064 reviews and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Reviewers say you get exactly what you pay for with this mattress: extra firm support and reduced back pain. There’s no single theme among negative reviewers, but complaints range from the bed trapping heat to being softer than they expected.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: Plank Firm Luxe (Extra-Firm Side)
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Mattress Clarity Test Results: Plank Firm Luxe (Firm Side)
To assemble our picks of the best hybrid mattresses, we considered a long list. Here’s what else we tested and why they didn’t make our final list.
WinkBed – The luxury firm model of the WinkBed mattress has a lot going for it, including its medium-firm feel and its impressive zoned coil support system. We also like the gel-infused Euro pillow top. But we found it noticeably lacking in motion isolation, so it’s not the best choice for couples. It’s also a little more expensive than comparable mattresses with similar features, and it has a slightly shorter trial period at 120 days (though it does include a lifetime warranty).
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe – This medium hybrid is bouncy and responsive, but it posted only average scores for motion transfer and edge support. We think it’s a good match for back sleepers, but heavier stomach sleepers and anyone who needs sturdy edges should look elsewhere.
How We Tested the Best Hybrid Mattresses
There are a lot of factors that go into a good hybrid mattress, but we prioritized four performance categories in particular: cooling, pressure relief, and motion isolation.
Cooling
Sleep temperature is one of the most important contributors to overall sleep quality — good and bad. Hybrids do a better job of promoting airflow than all-foam beds because all of those coils leave plenty of room for air to escape. We assess breathability with subjective and objective tests. Our testers evaluate how they feel on a mattress and whether they can feel the bed warming beneath them. We also use a thermal gun to measure the temperature increase after a set period of time.
Motion Isolation
Foam mattresses usually offer excellent motion isolation, but hybrids can perform surprisingly well in this category. Individually wrapped coils move independently, which helps absorb energy instead of sending it rippling throughout the mattress. At the same time, foam layers above help act as buffers. While it’s an important feature for couples, motion isolation is bigger than that. Dr. Raj Dasgupta says the overall quality of a mattress is linked to its ability to minimize motion transfer.
We use a series of tests to see how well a mattress isolates motion. Our visual tests include glasses of water so we can observe how much movement on one side of the mattress affects the other. We also perform partner tests for a subjective idea of motion transfer.
Pressure Relief
Hybrid mattresses usually have pretty great pressure relief. The combination of contouring foam and adaptive coils helps evenly distribute body weight and reduces stress on joints at the same time. To test this, we use a pressure-sensing mat that creates a color-coded visual display of where stress tends to accrue when we lie on a mattress. This helps our testers see areas of pressure on all the mattresses we test and determine which mattresses do the best job of alleviating it. We also have team members from different weight classes assess the beds in both the back and side sleeping positions.
What Else Is Important When Buying a Hybrid Mattress?
Zeroing in on the best hybrid is really a matter of considering your own sleep needs and preferences. Here’s what to keep in mind.
Sleeping Position
Different sleep positions put pressure on different parts of the body, and that can steer you toward hybrids with the most appropriate firmness for your sleep style.
“Side and back sleepers generally receive the greatest benefit from hybrid mattresses because they offer both contouring for pressure relief and structural support,” explains Dr. Blen Tesfu, Physician and Medical Advisor with Welzo. “The top layers will cradle the pressure points on your body (like hips and shoulders), while the coil layer provides support for your spine. Although stomach sleepers can also enjoy the benefits of a hybrid mattress, typically a firmer hybrid is preferred to avoid too much sinkage.”
Coil System and Support Core
The support core is what gives a hybrid mattress its signature feel. Unlike their all-foam counterparts, hybrids use coils beneath the memory foam layers to create a more responsive, supportive sleep surface with better airflow and durability.
Many hybrid mattresses feature individually wrapped coils, which move independently to reduce motion transfer and provide more targeted support than traditional innersprings. Some models also feature zoned support systems, where certain areas of the mattress are firmer or softer depending on where your body needs reinforcement.
In mattresses with zoned support, the center third of the mattress is often firmer to help prevent your hips from sinking in too deeply. Meanwhile, the surface softens around the shoulders and legs to allow for better pressure relief and contouring.
Adjustable Base Compatibility
If you plan to use your hybrid mattress with an adjustable base, it’s always a good idea to verify that the mattress manufacturer explicitly states the bed can be used with one. Some brands may even void portions of the warranty if the mattress is paired with an unsupported foundation.
In most cases, hybrid models with moderate profiles tend to work best with adjustable bases because they can contour more easily as the base changes position. Similarly, a lighter hybrid mattress is more conducive to setup and repositioning.
Company Policies
Company policies can be just as important as the bed itself. Before buying a hybrid mattress, you should look closely at the sleep trial, warranty coverage, and return process.
Sleep trials are especially valuable when buying a mattress online. Most major mattress companies offer in-home trial periods ranging from about 90 nights to a full year, giving shoppers time to decide whether the mattress truly suits their comfort needs. It can take several weeks for your body to adjust to a new mattress, so longer trial periods tend to provide more peace of mind.
A strong warranty can also be a game-changer if something goes awry. Many manufacturers offer warranties lasting 10 years or longer, though the specifics can vary widely between brands. Always review what types of defects are covered, whether there are body impression depth requirements, and if the warranty is prorated over time.
Best Hybrid Mattress FAQs
What are the negatives to a hybrid mattress?
You’ll probably spend a little more on a hybrid mattress than you would an all-foam or innerspring, thanks to their construction and materials. Hybrids are also heavier, so they can be harder to move.
Is it worth getting a hybrid mattress?
Many sleepers benefit from hybrid mattresses because they offer a nice balance of cushioning comfort and strong support. Plus, innerspring coils boost breathability and help combat heat retention.
Do hybrid mattresses sag easily?
Hybrid mattresses made with high-quality materials don’t typically sag easily. The coil layer helps distribute weight more evenly, which is one reason hybrids often outlast all-foam beds. In low-quality beds with thinner layers and lower-gauge coils, sagging is more likely. No matter which type of mattress you buy, look for a lengthy or lifetime warranty to guard against premature sagging.
Is a hybrid mattress best for side sleepers?
Hybrid mattresses can work well for side sleepers, especially if they have a medium or medium-soft feel. That allows cushioning around the shoulders and joints, while the coils help ensure a straight spine.
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About Author
Jessica Timmons has been a freelance writer and editor since 2007. In that time, she’s written extensively about health, wellness, fitness, sleep and beauty, among other topics. Her byline can be found at Forbes Vetted, Fortune Recommends, mindbodygreen, Everyday Health and other popular outlets. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and four active kids, lifting weights and getting better at rock climbing one route at a time.
