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Written by Kenny Timper, Certified Sleep Science Coach
Kenny is a certified sleep science coach and staff writer at Mattress Clarity, where he reviews mattresses, bedding, and sleep accessories to help you skip the guesswork and enjoy a restful night’s sleep. He’s been featured as a sleep expert in publications such as Livingetc and U.S. News & World Report. As a natural tinkerer, he enjoys getting hands-on with each product to determine if it truly makes a difference in sleep quality. When he’s not testing out mattresses and other sleep products, you can find him hiking, biking, or trying out new local eats.
Cory is a performance writer for Sleepopolis with over fiver years of experience writing in the health and wellness industry. A certified sleep science coach and advanced fitness nutrition advisor, Cory’s subject matter expertise spans a wide range of topics including sleep health, nutrition, supplementation, recovery, and more.
As a former classroom teacher, Cory enjoys combining his love for learning and sharing knowledge with writing content that helps people live their best, healthiest lives.
Cory is a performance writer for Sleepopolis with over fiver years of experience writing in the health and wellness industry. A certified sleep science coach and advanced fitness nutrition advisor, Cory’s subject matter expertise spans a wide range of topics including sleep health, nutrition, supplementation, recovery, and more.
As a former classroom teacher, Cory enjoys combining his love for learning and sharing knowledge with writing content that helps people live their best, healthiest lives.
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.
Sleep Number has been a popular mattress brand for decades. The company is best known for its adjustable air beds, which allow sleepers to customize their mattress’s firmness based on their sleep styles and preferences. These beds come with customizable features that offer many benefits and give sleepers different ways to find their perfect “sleep number,” but they don’t come cheap.
If you’re interested in the benefits of a Sleep Number bed but not the cost, there are many sound alternatives on the mattress market. It’s possible to find a bed that offers many of the same features as a Sleep Number mattress for a more budget-friendly price.
My fellow mattress testers and I worked together to find the best Sleep Number alternatives for all sleepers. Over the past seven years, we’ve tested more than 500 mattresses and helped more than 35,000 people choose their next bed. For this roundup, we considered each bed’s firmness options, adjustable base compatibility, cooling, and pressure relief to help mattress shoppers get the Sleep Number experience without the steep price tag.
Clarity’s Clear Winner
Our expert reviewers chose the Helix Dawn as one of the best Sleep Number bed alternatives for its high-quality materials, stellar responsiveness, and extremely strong edge support. Most Sleep Number beds have a flat, “on top of the bed” feel without much sinkage or contouring. The Helix Dawn has a similarly firm feel, but is much less expensive.
That said, the best Sleep Number alternative will vary depending on what Sleep Number bed you’re considering! Take a look at our longer list below for suggested alternatives to several models.
I looked for beds that come in multiple firmness options and are compatible with adjustable bed frames to emulate that versatility (while still saving you money). Every bed on this list either has multiple firmness options available, adjustable firmness levels of its own, or an alternative model by the same brand with less or more firmness.
It’s no secret that Sleep Number beds are expensive. In fact, I’d wager you’re here to find a better deal on a comparable mattress. The good news is that all the mattresses on this list are sold for a fraction of the cost of a Sleep Number bed. On average, you’ll save more than $1,000 by selecting one of these alternatives.
Sleep Number beds are renowned for their ability to provide excellent spinal alignment and pressure relief through customizable firmness options. For a similar experience, I prioritized supportive mattresses that help sleepers maintain proper spinal alignment throughout the night. These mattresses should also help relieve pressure points and promote healthy sleep posture, just like Sleep Number’s premium options.
The appeal of a Sleep Number bed is its adjustability. When deciding on the best alternatives, I prioritized mattresses that give sleepers the same versatility and freedom a Sleep Number does.
That said, our testing methodology scores beds across many performance categories, including cooling, motion isolation, and pressure relief. These categories are informed by our years of experience in the mattress world as well as by advice from medical experts. We evaluate and score these factors using specialized technology as well as firsthand accounts from our expert testers.
Once we have all those scores, we calculate the bed’s overall score using a weighted formula. This overall score is a good indicator of a mattress’s general quality, and is always a number out of 5.
As we decide which mattresses to feature on any roundup, we only include beds 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.
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The Loom & Leaf is a luxury memory foam mattress that delivers a subtle hug-like sensation. Upgraded lumbar support makes it ideal for back sleepers, and we were impressed by the bed’s outstanding motion isolation and responsiveness. While the former isn’t unusual for memory foam, ease of movement isn’t common for this material. The Loom & Leaf scored very well in our edge support tests — also atypical for all-foam models — making it a great option for couples who appreciate the feel of memory foam. Our only quibble? It wasn’t especially cool.
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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 Aurora Luxe is offered in three firmness levels and features a durable hybrid construction. Our testers found that this mattress blends soft comfort with firm support to deliver quality pressure relief for sleepers. Those who sleep with a restless partner, may want to steer clear because of its subpar motion isolation, and despite having cooling in its name, this mattress didn’t blow us away in that category.
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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 Sunset Luxe is one of Helix’s softest options in its luxury hybrid collection. However, it provides plush pressure-relieving comfort while maintaining optimal spinal support for a variety of sleeper types. It also demonstrated excellent responsiveness, making it particularly great for couples and combination 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 Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is offered in three firmness levels and features a durable hybrid construction. Our testers found that this mattress blends soft comfort with firm support to deliver quality pressure relief for sleepers. Those who sleep with a restless partner, may want to steer clear because of its subpar motion isolation, and despite having cooling in its name, this mattress didn’t blow us away in that category.
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The Sunset Luxe is one of Helix’s softest options in its luxury hybrid collection. However, it provides plush pressure-relieving comfort while maintaining optimal spinal support for a variety of sleeper types. It also demonstrated excellent responsiveness, making it particularly great for couples and combination sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is offered in three firmness levels and features a durable hybrid construction. Our testers found that this mattress blends soft comfort with firm support to deliver quality pressure relief for sleepers. Those who sleep with a restless partner, may want to steer clear because of its subpar motion isolation, and despite having cooling in its name, this mattress didn’t blow us away in that category.
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The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Memory Foam Mattress is a value-priced model with a firm, lifted feel. It wowed us with its outstanding edge support and motion isolation, which makes it ideal for couples, and it earned a perfect response score. Combination sleepers should have no problem moving around. On the downside, that firmness means the CopperFlex doesn’t offer much in the way of pressure relief, and we’d advise dedicated side sleepers and fans of a traditional memory foam feel to look for something softer.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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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 Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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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.
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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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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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.
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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.
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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 Canadian-made Silk & Snow Mattress is a very budget-friendly memory foam mattress with a firm feel. It has a simple two-layer construction, but the antimicrobial cover is removable for easy care. We found the bed stayed surprisingly temperature neutral given its construction, and it scored well in our pressure relief tests. We weren’t especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
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The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Memory Foam Mattress is a value-priced model with a firm, lifted feel. It wowed us with its outstanding edge support and motion isolation, which makes it ideal for couples, and it earned a perfect response score. Combination sleepers should have no problem moving around. On the downside, that firmness means the CopperFlex doesn’t offer much in the way of pressure relief, and we’d advise dedicated side sleepers and fans of a traditional memory foam feel to look for something softer.
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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 Canadian-made Silk & Snow Mattress is a very budget-friendly memory foam mattress with a firm feel. It has a simple two-layer construction, but the antimicrobial cover is removable for easy care. We found the bed stayed surprisingly temperature neutral given its construction, and it scored well in our pressure relief tests. We weren’t especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
Up to 20% Off Sitewide | Free Classic Sleep Bundle with Mattress Purchase
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.
35% Off Sitewide, Additional $50 Off with Code CLARITY50
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
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The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is offered in three firmness levels and features a durable hybrid construction. Our testers found that this mattress blends soft comfort with firm support to deliver quality pressure relief for sleepers. Those who sleep with a restless partner, may want to steer clear because of its subpar motion isolation, and despite having cooling in its name, this mattress didn’t blow us away in that category.
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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.
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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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
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.
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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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
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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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
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 Canadian-made Silk & Snow Mattress is a very budget-friendly memory foam mattress with a firm feel. It has a simple two-layer construction, but the antimicrobial cover is removable for easy care. We found the bed stayed surprisingly temperature neutral given its construction, and it scored well in our pressure relief tests. We weren’t especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
Up to 20% Off Sitewide | Free Classic Sleep Bundle with Mattress Purchase
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
The Canadian-made Silk & Snow Mattress is a very budget-friendly memory foam mattress with a firm feel. It has a simple two-layer construction, but the antimicrobial cover is removable for easy care. We found the bed stayed surprisingly temperature neutral given its construction, and it scored well in our pressure relief tests. We weren’t especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
Up to 20% Off Sitewide | Free Classic Sleep Bundle with Mattress Purchase
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
25% Off Sitewide & 30% Off Dorm Essentials (Toppers, Pillows, and Protectors)
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.
$350 Off Orders of $1,000 or More with Mattress In Cart
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.
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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 Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
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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 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.
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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.
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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 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.
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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.
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Read about our testing experience with each of the beds on our list below.
Helix Dawn – Best Sleep Number ComfortMode Lux Alternative
Best ComfortMode Lux Alternative
Mattress Clarity Score
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.
Offers excellent cradling for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleepers
Lightweight and average weight side sleepers should feel supported.
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you won’t feel a partner’s tossing and turning at night.
Material
The Helix Dawn is a hybrid mattress, i.e., a bed with a combination of springy coils and foam comfort layers.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress a 7.5/10, meaning the bed is fairly firm.
Price
$936 – $1,748 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, split king, Cal king, short queen, RV king
Pros of the Helix Dawn
The brand’s latex-like foam and coils give the bed a nice amount of bounce.
Coils and a breathable cover help make the bed highly cooling.
If the bed feels too firm, you can request a free pillow top from Helix that won’t void your sleep trial.
Cons of the Helix Dawn
Side sleepers may find this bed doesn’t offer enough pressure relief for the shoulders and hips.
Many sleepers may not enjoy the firm feel of the Helix Dawn.
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 Dawn Hybrid is a firm, supportive mattress designed for back and stomach sleepers who like a cooler sleep surface with minimal sink in. Learn more in our video review.
Sleep Number’s ComfortMode Series is the brand’s entry-level line. These beds are the most stripped-back models the luxury brand offers. If adjustable firmness from a Sleep Number is a must-have, this series is as cheap as it gets at just $1,599 for the ComfortMode basic model before any deals.
However, if you’re willing to pass on the Sleep Number and get an adjustable bed frame to compensate for some of the lost flexibility, you can get more for your money with the Helix Dawn, my pick for the ComfortMode Lux alternative. At just $1,332 for a queen-size bed before discounts (and under $1,000 when on sale), the Helix Dawn is a hybrid mattress that scored well for its price point.
The Helix Dawn is a little on the firmer side at 7 out of 10, or a bit firmer than medium-firm, making it an excellent choice for back and stomach sleepers. One of my fellow mattress testers, Marten Carlson, praised the Helix Dawn for its firm, responsive, and supportive feel.
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Firmness: 7/10
The Helix Dawn has a firmer feel.
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Pressure Relief: 3/5
Below average. This mattress is better-suited to back sleepers; side sleepers will feel a lot of pressure buildup.
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Edge Support: 4.6/5
Above average. The long edges of the Helix Dawn barely buckled under our tester’s weight.
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Cooling: 3.5/5
Below average. The Helix Dawn mattress didn’t overheat, but neither did it feel particularly cool as we lay down on it.
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Motion Isolation: 2.7/5
Below average. Light sleepers should feel most, if not all, of their partner’s movements.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. You’ll bounce around easily on top of the Helix Dawn mattress.
“I found the Helix Dawn to be an excellent match for stomach sleeping,” said Marten. “The firm, supportive nature of this mattress helped ensure that my hips stayed elevated and properly aligned with the spine.”
For reference, Marten is 6’7″ and 270 pounds, so his larger frame often requires extra support to maintain proper spinal alignment. This mattress’s ability to accommodate his size while providing firm, responsive support was enough for me to have faith in the Dawn’s support system, but its edge support really wowed: We awarded it a 4.6/5 for how strong its perimeter was. “If you’re even a few inches off the side of the bed toward the middle, you don’t experience that sinking sensation,” said another expert mattress tester.
This mattress is also extremely responsive, earning a perfect 5/5 in this category. If you switch positions during the night, you may have found a good match with the Dawn.
As for motion transfer, the foam layers and individually wrapped coils in the Helix Dawn handle motion transfer decently. That said, this is still a bouncy mattress, so it’s unlikely to minimize all movement transfer across the surface—we gave it a score of 2.7/5. I would keep this in mind if you have a partner who tosses and turns a lot in their sleep at night. Additionally, the Dawn had a slightly below-average performance when it came to cooling.
Have an interest in the Helix Dawn? Head over to our full Helix Dawn mattress review for more information. If you want something more plush, I would recommend the Helix Sunset, instead.
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 Hybrid
Multiple Firmnesses
Pillow Top
Breathable
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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.
Material
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
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.
The ComfortNext is Sleep Number’s luxurious line. These beds bring out the big guns in cooling, support, and comfort. The ComfortNext Tri-Brid build, in particular, features individual micro coils with supportive foam and adjustable air chambers. The Sleep Number ComfortNext Tri-Brid starts at $3,999 for a queen-size before any discounts.
While hunting for a good alternative for the ComfortNext Tri-Brid, I had to find a mattress that was just as cool, comfortable, and impressive. I think the Leesa Sapira Chill checks all those boxes at a fraction of the cost ($2,159 before any discounts). The Sapira Chill scored a 4/5 in cooling and a 4.5/5 in pressure relief, with an overall rating of 4.4/5. After seeing what my fellow mattress testers had to say about it, it’s easy to see why.
The Sapira Chill puts cooling at the forefront with a cool-to-the-touch cover and cooling-gel-infused memory foam comfort layer. If the “chill” in the name didn’t give it away, that’s a lot of cooling. My colleague Marten Carlson didn’t even break a sweat after napping on the Sapira Chill for two hours.
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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.
“The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid lived up to its name when I tested it,” Marten said. “First off, when I was lying down, I could feel the cooling cover doing its thing. Sleeping on the mattress, I did not overheat or wake up during the nap test. I live in a warmer area, but the mattress was up to the task.”
The Leesa Sapira Chill also did a great job of keeping our testers supported, earning it another 4.3/5 for its edge support. It has strong, reinforced edges, meaning you can roll all the way to the perimeter of the mattress without falling off. The main support layer has pocketed coils that are supportive and promote airflow through the mattress. They are also zoned, meaning they are firmer in certain areas of the mattress to help keep your spine neutrally aligned. This design helps prevent back pain and other joint issues.
“The edge is reinforced on this mattress, so I felt very comfortable all the way at the side of the bed,” said Marten. “Whether I was sitting or lying down, I didn’t feel like I was going to pitch off the mattress.”
If I had to pick an area where the Sapira Chill falls short in comparison to the Sleep Number, I would say its motion isolation. While I still gave it a decent 3.8/5, it might not be enough for sleepers who are easily disturbed by movement at night. These sleepers might prefer an all-foam mattress, or a softer mattress that traps motion better.
Its responsiveness was also good, but not perfect. “The pillow top tries to hold onto you a bit, and you have to adjust by putting some heft behind your movements,” said tester Melanie Kassel.
Ready to cool things down with the Sapira Chill? Learn more about it in our full Leesa Sapira Chill mattress review. If a softer mattress with excellent cooling features is more your speed, I recommend checking out the Nectar Luxe.
Saatva Solaire – Best Sleep Number ComfortNext Ultra Alternative
Best ComfortNext Ultra Alternative
Mattress Clarity Score
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.
3.6
Saatva
Saatva Solaire
50 Firmness Options
Motion Isolation
Luxury
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Lightweight, average weight and heavyweight (up to 230 lbs) side sleepers should receive plenty of cushioning.
Stomach Sleepers
This bed’s adjustable firmness ensures all stomach sleepers get plenty of support.
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Material
The Saatva Solaire is an adjustable air bed. This means that the feel of it is fully customizable.
Firmness
This mattress has 50 different firmness options.
Price
$3,295 – $6,590 (before discounts)
Size
Twin XL, full, queen, king, split king, Cal king, split Cal king, upper-flex queen, upper-flex king
Pros of the Saatva Solaire
Features 50 precise firmness settings.
Adjustable firmness is available on both sides of the bed in queen size mattresses and larger.
The bed boasts excellent motion isolation.
Cons of the Saatva Solaire
Lacks a slow-moving memory foam feel, which some sleepers are after.
High price point.
Shipping
Free white glove delivery
Trial Period
365 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. A removal fee of $99 will be deducted from your refund.
With 50 levels of adjustable firmenss at your fingertips, the Saatva Solaire offers a high-end, high-tech airbed solution for many types of sleepers. Learn more in our video review.
The Sleep Number ComfortNext Ultra is the mid-tier model in the brand’s ComfortNext Series. The ComfortNext Ultra stands out with a thick comfort foam layer, making it a soft and tall option for interested sleepers. With layers of contouring foam and advanced temperature regulation, the bed is designed to deliver what Sleep Number describes as an “amazing, soothing, weightless” experience. All of these incredible features will set you back $4,499 before any discounts.
My pick for the best ComfortNext Ultra alternative is the Saatva Solaire, which is another adjustable mattress. Similar to the Sleep Number mattresses, the Solaire has an adjustable air chamber that allows sleepers to find their ideal sleep nu-, er, I mean, Saatva setting. The Saatva Solaire has 50 firmness settings to choose from on either side of the mattress. The Saatva Solaire costs $4,599 before any discounts, so you’re not saving money here, but the experience is comparable.
While testing the Saatva Solaire on my back and stomach, I set it between 40 and 50, as these sleepers typically need a firmer bed to keep them in alignment at night. As a stomach sleeper, I felt like the Solaire did a great job of keeping my hips elevated and lined up with the rest of my body. My fellow mattress tester, Marten Carlson, also enjoyed how the mattress felt on his back.
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Firmness: 7.5/10
The Saatva Solaire is an adjustable mattress, but we found that the mattress had a firmer feel overall, regardless of the setting you chose.
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Pressure Relief: 3.9/5
Below average. Our testers found better pressure relief on the lower settings of the mattress, particularly level 0.
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Edge Support: 3.8/5
Below average. The air chamber inside the Solaire created an odd feel at the edge of the mattress, which affected how secure we felt overall.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The Saatva Solaire has a breathable cover, but it won’t provide active cooling.
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Motion Isolation: 2.7/5
Below average. You’ll likely feel every movement on this mattress.
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Response: 2/5
Below average. Our testers felt “stuck” on the Saatva Solaire’s surface.
“While sleeping on my back, I took the mattress down to about 40/50,” he explained. “My hips sank into the top comfort layer, but then I felt the support of the air chambers below that. With this firmness, it felt like a good mattress for back sleepers.”
Edge support is another category that many Saatva mattresses excel in, and the Solaire is no different. When the Solaire was on its firmest setting, I felt very secure while sitting down on the edge, and didn’t feel like I was falling forward. I also did not feel like I was going to roll off the bed while lying on the perimeter. On the softest setting, I still felt secured on the edge of the bed, but not quite as comfortable. I gave the Saatva Solaire a 3.8/5 for edge support, overall.
We also have some long-term perspective on the Saatva Solaire. One of our team members, Tyler Moyer, has owned a split-king version of this bed for more than three years. “Because it’s adjustable, it’s the first time my spouse and I were both happy with the firmness levels. For me, it allowed me to adjust it to a softer surface, which helped relieve back strain,” he said.
When it comes to responsiveness, the Solaire couldn’t quite deliver. It earned a 2/5 in this category after tester Livvi DiCicco commented that “even small shifts, like moving my legs or pushing up onto my arms, feel weirdly impeded.” If you’re a combination sleeper who moves around a lot, you may want a bouncier option.
Check out our full Saatva Solaire mattress review to see how it performed on our other tests. If you’re in the market for a mattress with premium materials and better cooling, I recommend the Avocado Green.
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
Brooklyn Bedding
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe
Multiple Firmnesses
Breathable
RV Compatible
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Great pressure relief for side sleepers over 130 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
This bed’s cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Material
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options available.
Price
$1,199 – $2,665 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, short queen, king, California king, split California king, RV king, RV bunk
Pros of the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe
Available in a large variety of sizes. Whether you’re looking to add this to your bedroom or fit it in your RV, you should be able to find the right size.
This bed performed well on our cooling tests, making it a good fit for hot sleepers.
Cons of the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe
This bed isn’t supportive enough for stomach sleepers.
Heavyweight sleepers who weigh more than 230 lbs won’t find enough support on this bed.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 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. A removal fee of $99 will be deducted from your refund.
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe offers a responsive surface great for combination sleepers. It’s also a good choice for hot sleepers looking for a bed that can keep them cool but that’s available in a wide array of sizes. Learn more in our video review.
The ClimateCool from Sleep Number that offers the body contouring of memory foam and the ability to adjust the mattress to your preferred firmness. The ClimateCool also has adjustable climate control settings, so you can warm or cool to your preference. This mattress provides exceptional support, cooling, and pressure relief, but it comes with a pretty hefty price tag of $5,699 for a queen-size before any discounts.
My favorite ClimateCool alternative, the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe, delivers all three at half the price (or less). When our heavyweight tester was assessing pressure relief on this bed, he felt “pretty supported through the core,” as well as comfortably cradled. Our lightweight tester also enjoyed the pressure relief on her back, in particular, and added that her bottom, shoulders, and hips all felt aligned. The bed earned a solid 4/5 in this category.
Cooling is another strong point of the Aurora Luxe, earning it a 4.5/5 score. When testing for cooling, tester and editor Caitlin Giddings started by measuring the mattress’s temperature with a thermal gun. From there, she got into bed for about seven minutes and then tested the surface again. She found that it only increased by about 6 degrees, which is a solidly better-than-average performance.
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Firmness: 7.5/10
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Cooling has a firmer feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4/5
Average. Back sleepers who love a firmer sleep surface will glean the most pressure relief.
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Edge Support: 4.4/5
Above average. The edges of the Aurora Luxe felt solid, holding up whether we sat or lay down on them.
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Cooling: 4.5/5
Above average. Thanks to its cool, breezy feel, the Aurora Luxe Cooling lives up to its name.
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Motion Isolation: 4/5
Average. You can feel your partner’s movements, but they shouldn’t be too disruptive, even for a light sleeper.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. The Aurora Luxe is super bouncy, so it has excellent ease of movement.
“The cover of the mattress feels crisp,” Caitlin remarked. During her rest on the bed, she didn’t feel it heat up at all, and wasn’t surprised when it earned an extraordinary cooling score.
The air chambers in Sleep Number beds allow for adjustable firmness and awesome support, no matter how you sleep. Fortunately, the Aurora Luxe also allows for a bit of customization: We tested this bed’s Medium model, but you can also order it in Soft or Firm. The Medium version did feel a bit firm at 7.5/10 on our scale.
That firmness means it might not be the best choice for someone with shoulder pain, or for particularly petite sleepers. It also didn’t get a perfect score in motion isolation, being highly responsive. Overall, though, it’s a very well-balanced bed, with scores of 4/5 or above across every category we test.
For more details about the Aurora Luxe and how it performed across our trials, read our full Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe mattress review. If you’re a heavier sleeper looking for something with stronger support to keep you lifted throughout the night, I recommend checking out the WinkBed Plus.
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
Brooklyn Bedding
Titan Plus Core
Firm Feel
Supportive
Breathable
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This mattress has a thick comfort layer and sturdy coils that can handle heavier weights.
Stomach Sleepers
It offers lots of hip support, which can help stomach sleepers maintain the correct spinal alignment.
Couples
This mattress has great responsiveness paired with very good motion isolation.
Material
The Titan Plus Core is a hybrid mattress. This means it has coils at the bottom and foam on top.
Firmness
The Titan Plus Core mattress is firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated it a 7/10.
Price
$699-$1,499 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split California king
Pros of the Titan Plus Core
It works well for people who weigh 230 – 500 lb, thanks to its supportive feel.
This mattress has great responsiveness and motion isolation, a tough balance to pull off.
It’s breathable and cool, so it works well for hot sleepers.
Cons of the Titan Plus Core
Lightweight people might not get enough pressure relief on this mattress.
Its edge support is pretty good, but not perfect.
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 Titan Plus Core mattress works well for back and stomach sleepers, and even most side sleepers (though lightweight people might want a softer bed). It’s firm, coming in at 7/10 on our firmness scale, and has lots of bounce to help with repositioning.
The Sleep Number ComfortNext is the brand’s mid-level mattress, and retails for $2,999 for a queen-size before any discounts. The Titan Plus Core is my favorite ComfortMode alternative because it offers excellent support at a reasonable price. It’s also not quite as plush as the Sleep Number beds, but it is designed with heavyweight sleepers (230 pounds or heavier) in mind and it’s firmer than most hybrid mattresses. However, it still has plenty of features to keep all sleepers cool and comfortable.
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Firmness: 7.5/10
The Titan Plus Core has a firmer feel to better support heavyweight sleepers.
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Pressure Relief: 4.3/5
Above average. Moving around on top of the Titan Plus Core is completely effortless.
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Edge Support: 4.2/5
Above average. We only noticed some slight sinkage while seated on the edge of the mattress.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The surface of the Titan Plus Core feels cool and wicks away excess heat.
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Motion Isolation: 4.3/5
Above average. We could feel some movement in our couple’s test, but nothing too disruptive to interrupt sleep.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. Moving around on top of the Titan Plus Core is completely effortless.
The Titan Plus Core earned a 4.2/5 for its impressive support and edge support. “No matter how close I got to the edge of the bed—even when I dangled off the side to reach my phone on the floor—the bed supported me with no dipping or sagging,” said tester Caitlin Giddings. Thanks to its sturdy support layer, made from 8 inches of industrial coils, the Titan Plus Core should last a long time without sagging. There’s also a base made from a quarter-inch of high-density foam just beneath the coils for even more stability.
Stomach sleepers and back sleepers should feel most comfortable on this mattress, as they typically need more support around their hips to keep their spines in a healthy position. This should also give these sleepers more pressure relief around their lower backs.
“The Titan felt very supportive whenever I rested on my back,” said expert tester Marten Carlson. “In fact, some sleepers might find that this mattress feels too supportive in this position. Because it’s very firm, my hips didn’t sink in much, at all.”
At 7.5/10 on the firmness scale, the Titan Plus Core is way too firm for lightweight sleepers and some average-weight side sleepers. These sleepers need a mattress with more cushioning to get the deep contouring and pressure relief they need. For heavy sleepers and average-weight stomach and back sleepers, though, I think this mattress could be a great fit.
“The Titan also does a decent job of staying cool thanks to the gel infusion in its cover and the coils, which allow for plenty of airflow throughout the mattress,” Marten explained. “If you’re still worried about sleeping hot, you can purchase the optional cooling cover.” We gave it a cooling rating of 4/5 without that cover add-on.
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Mattress Clarity Score
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.
4.1
Brooklyn Bedding
Plank Firm
Firm Feel
Flippable
Supportive
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It offers ample hip support for most stomach sleepers, especially on the firmer side.
Heavyweight Sleepers
This mattress has a thick comfort layer and sturdy coils that can handle heavier weights.
Material
The Plank Firm is an all-foam mattress.
Firmness
The Plank Firm is a flippable mattress with two firmness levels on each side. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the softer side a 8/10. The firmer side comes in at a 9/10.
Price
$749-$1,532 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, short full, full, short queen, queen, olympic queen, short king, split king, split california king, California king, RV king
Pros of the Plank Firm
It has a flippable design, so you can easily change its firmness level by turning the mattress over.
It’s the firmest mattress we have tested, so if you need a lot of spinal support, this is a good option.
It works well for stomach sleepers because it helps keep hips elevated and in the correct alignment.
Cons of the Plank Firm
This mattress is too firm for most side sleepers.
Because it’s made entirely out of foam, it tends to trap body heat.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 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 Plank Firm mattress is one of the most supportive mattresses on the market. It has a flippable design, with two firmness levels in one. On our firmness scale, the the softer side feels like a 8/10 and the firmer side feels like a 9/10. Both sides tend to work well for stomach sleepers, but most side sleepers won’t get enough pressure relief on this bed. Watch our video review to learn more.
The Sleep Number ComfortMode mattress is the brand’s entry-level option, priced at just $1,599 for a queen-size bed. The construction makes it one of the firmest beds in the Sleep Number lineup, meaning it is ideal for those looking for a straightforward, budget-friendly option from Sleep Number.
Brooklyn Bedding’s Plank Firm mattress is my pick for the best Sleep Number ComfortMode alternative because it’s firm, cheap (just $749 before discounts), and an overall better buy. It’s also somewhat adjustable—the Plank Firm has a firm and extra-firm side, depending on your preference. The firm and extra-firm sides landed at 8/10 and 9/10 on our firmness scale, respectively, so fans of slow-moving, plush mattresses should look elsewhere. However, folks who need strong, responsive support will find a lot to love about in this bed.
Based on our testers’ experience with the Plank Firm, I gave this bed a perfect 5/5 for response (on the firm side) and surprisingly good ratings for edge support (3.8/5 on the firm side, 4.8/5 on the extra-firm side). These scores mark the Plank Firm as a great bed for seniors and folks with mobility issues who need a strong surface to bear down on to get out of bed.
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Firmness: 8/10
Even the traditional firm side of the Plank mattress is still very firm, ensuring the extra-firm side lives up to its name.
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Pressure Relief: 2.7/5
Below average. This isn’t the best mattress for pressure relief, even if you like a firmer feel.
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Edge Support: 3.8/5
Below average. Even with its firmer feel, we noticed a surprising amount of sinkage along the edge of the Plank Firm mattress, particularly on the traditional-firm side.
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Cooling: 3.5/5
Below average. Despite the increase in surface temperature, the Plank Firm felt temperature-neutral on either side.
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Motion Isolation: 3.3/5
Below average. Motion traveled rather easily across this mattress, which could annoy light sleepers who share the bed.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. Since the bed is so firm, you don’t sink too far into it, making for excellent ease of movement.
Our tester, Marten Carlson, found that both sides of the Plank Firm provided sturdy support while still offering some good bounce. “I didn’t sink too far into the mattress, so I had no trouble moving around or changing positions,” he explained. “I felt like I was sleeping on top of this bed instead of ‘in’ it. The Plank Firm is a good candidate for one of the best firm mattresses out there.”
Of course, a bed this firm isn’t for everyone. I wouldn’t recommend this mattress to lightweight sleepers or strict side sleepers. These folks will likely find the Plank too harsh on their hips, shoulders, and any other high-pressure areas. It’s also not great at isolating motion (3.3/5), despite its all-foam construction. “I would give this bed below-average marks for motion isolation when a partner is changing positions,” said tester Caitlin Giddings. “I could feel all of their tosses and turns, but they didn’t bother me too much.”
However, stomach sleepers and anyone who needs a more supportive mattress should give the Plank Firm serious consideration.
Planning on getting the Plank Firm? Check out our full Plank Firm mattress review for all the details before you buy. If you prefer something on the opposite side of the firmness spectrum, check out the Nolah Signature.
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.
Back sleepers should get enough support around their lower lumbar region to keep their spine in neutral alignment.
Couples
Sleepers with restless partners (or pets) will appreciate the Bear Elite Hybrid’s motion dampening abilities.
Combo Sleepers
Combination sleepers should find it easy to move around and change positions on the Bear’s highly responsive surface.
Material
The Bear Elite Hybrid 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
$1,893-$3,920 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Pros of the Bear Elite Hybrid
This mattress offers great value. It’s made with high-quality materials and backed by a lifetime warranty, but available at a relatively affordable price point.
It comes with excellent edge support. The Bear Elite Hybrid’s sturdy perimeter is helpful if you need a stable surface to get in and out of bed.
The bed’s cover and foam layers contain cooling materials to help regulate your body temperature. Its coil layer also promotes plenty of airflow to keep you cool.
Cons of the Bear Elite Hybrid
Doesn’t do the best job of isolating motion.
Likely not supportive enough for sleepers who weigh over 230 lbs.
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 Bear Elite Hybrid is Bear’s most high-end mattress. It offers luxury features, like zoned support and extra height, while still offering the temperature regulation Bear mattresses are known for. Based on our testing results, we’d recommend this mattress to average-weight side and back sleepers, as well as hot sleepers. If you’re looking for a cheaper option, check out the Bear Star Hybrid. Learn more in our video review.
The Sleep Number ComfortNext Lux offers adjustable firmness and responsiveness to movement. It also helps regulate temperature by absorbing body heat and releasing cooling air. The ComfortNext Lux retails for $3,999 before any discounts.
I chose the Bear Elite Hybrid as the best alternative for the ComfortNext Lux because it beats the Sleep Number at its own game in a few different ways. At just $2,305 before discounts, the Bear Elite Hybrid is the brand’s most luxurious model, featuring advanced cooling technology and a five-zone support coil system. It also comes in three different firmness settings to suit a variety of different sleepers.
During testing, it scored a 4/5 or higher in pressure relief, edge support, and motion isolation. Our mattress testers found the five-zone support system to provide excellent targeted support for different areas of the body, particularly the lower back and hips.
“If you’re a heavy back sleeper, I’d say this is a good pick,” said our expert heavyweight tester. He felt most aligned and cradled while resting on his back, and noted that he felt no pressure in this position. On his side, he was less of a fan. He still felt well-aligned, but experienced a bit of pressure build-up around his shoulder.
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Firmness: 6/10
The mid-range model for the Bear Elite Hybrid skews slightly soft.
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Pressure Relief: 4.3/5
Above average. The Bear Elite offers better pressure relief for back sleepers.
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Edge Support: 4.6/5
Above average. The edges barely budged when sitting or lying down on them.
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Cooling: 2.5/5
Below average. We had conflicting results in our cooling test, but it heated up quite a lot.
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Motion Isolation: 4/5
Average. We could feel movement from the other side of the bed, but it’s likely not enough to wake a light sleeper.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. Even with the softer pillow top, moving around was a breeze.
At roughly half the price of the ComfortNext Lux the Bear Elite Hybrid performs on the same level, if not better, in many categories. It’s an especially responsive bed, with a perfect 5/5 score. Tester Caitlin Giddings remarked that “toggling through different sleep positions felt very easy. The bouncy core of the mattress made it a breeze to launch myself in and out of bed or roll around.”
However, if I had to critique it, I would say its cooling falls a little short by comparison. While the Bear Elite Hybrid does a decent job of keeping heat at bay, I wouldn’t recommend it to folks who overheat easily. For an extra $130, it comes with an optional Celliant cover to further help with cooling (and, potentially, muscle recovery). It also didn’t isolate motion perfectly, though its 4/5 score is pretty darn good for a hybrid.
Want to get to know the Bear Elite Hybrid a little better? Check out our full Bear Elite Hybrid mattress review for the full scoop. If a memory foam mattress with better motion isolation is more your speed, check out the Nolah Evolution.
Choosing the best Sleep Number alternatives was no easy feat. There were a lot of great mattresses with notable features that didn’t make the cut. The two mattresses below are solid options that offer unique benefits that may appeal to different preferences and budgets.
Avocado Green – The Avocado Green was initially one of my favorite Sleep Number alternatives because of its premium materials. Thanks to its latex hybrid construction, the Avocado offers excellent response and support. I ultimately didn’t include it on this list because of its higher-than-average price tag. While the organic materials are a plus, they may be out of budget for a lot of shoppers.
Nectar Luxe – The Nectar Luxe is a premium all-foam mattress with exceptional cooling abilities, similar to the Sleep Number ComfortNext Ultra. It’s also a fraction of the cost. Despite its numerous advantages, however, I chose the Saatva Solaire as a more appropriate Sleep Number alternative given its impressive adjustability and commendable edge support.
How We Tested the Best Sleep Number Alternatives
When choosing the best Sleep Number alternatives, I and multiple testers of different body weights, sleep positions, and firmness preferences put hundreds of mattresses to the test to rank their best qualities—and determine where they potentially fall short. We conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure each mattress delivers comfort, support, versatility, and value. Here’s how we evaluated each mattress to find the best Sleep Number alternatives for different sleep needs:
Adjustable Base Compatibility
Compatibility with adjustable bases is a key consideration for many people, especially couples with different sleep preferences. Having an adjustable base can also mimic the adjustable experience of owning a Sleep Number bed.
We ensured that the mattresses in our selection could seamlessly integrate with popular adjustable frames. When possible, we placed a mattress on an adjustable base and tested its ability to shift positions without causing discomfort or compromising performance.
Additionally, we assessed how well the mattress conformed to different sleeping positions, especially when raised or lowered. A good mattress should remain supportive and comfortable, whether lying flat or adjusting to an inclined position. If we couldn’t personally test a bed on an adjustable base, we confirmed that these mattresses were listed as compatible with adjustable bases on each brand’s respective website.
Cooling
A cool sleep surface is important, especially for folks prone to overheating at night. We evaluate a mattress’s cooling performance in a few different ways. First, we examine its construction and look for specialized cooling materials, such as gel-infused memory foam and breathable fabrics. We also looked at airflow-inducing features, like open-cell foam and pocketed coils designed to promote ventilation.
Dr. Shelby Harris, one of Mattress Clarity’s Medical Advisors, highlights how different mattress types contribute to cooling: “Innerspring mattresses are designed to promote airflow, circulate body heat, and enhance breathability. On the other hand, latex mattresses also naturally stay cool and won’t trap your body heat. There are also a lot of mattresses that incorporate advanced cooling materials, like copper-infused foams or phase change material, to further regulate temperature.”
Using a temperature gun, we also measured the surface temperature of the mattress before and after lying down on the mattress for seven minutes. Finally, we grade the cooling performance of each mattress based on the increase in temperature using the following criteria:
5 degrees or less: Excellent
5 to 10 degrees: Good
10 to 15 degrees: Satisfactory
Over 15 degrees: Poor
Support
Support is important because it directly impacts comfort and the ability to get restful sleep, especially for back sleepers, stomach sleepers, and folks with back pain. Ideally, your mattress will promote a neutral, aligned spine without too much sinkage that can cause misalignment.
When testing for support, our mattress testers lie on the mattress in every sleeping position. We pay attention to how our shoulders, hips, and lower backs are positioned in relation to the rest of our body.
Expert contributor Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM explains, “An unsuitable mattress can worsen your pressure point discomfort if it doesn’t offer the proper support or isn’t the right firmness level. If you’re investing in a new mattress to help mitigate pressure points, make sure it’s medium-firm to medium-soft and keeps your spine properly aligned throughout the night.”
Price
Let’s face it: Price is often one of the most important factors when choosing a mattress. Sleep Number beds are known for their premium pricing, so when considering alternatives, it was important for us to compare costs. Some of the best budget mattresses offer great value without compromising on comfort or quality.
Depending on the brand and features, prices can vary widely, so it’s essential to set a budget and find a mattress that fits within it. Keep an eye out for seasonal sales or discounts, too, that could make higher-end mattresses more affordable.
Sleep Number vs. Alternative Mattress Prices
Wondering how much you can save by choosing a Sleep Number alternative? On average, you’ll save about $1,415—probably enough to pair your new bed with an adjustable base and have money left over!
Sleep Number Price (Before Discounts)
Suggested Alternative Price (Before Discounts)
Savings
ComfortMode Lux – $2,099
Helix Dawn – $1,332
$767
ComfortNext Tri-Brid – $3,999
Leesa Sapira Chill – $2,159
$1,840
ComfortNext Ultra – $4,499
Saatva Solaire – $4,599
$0
ClimateCool – $5,250
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe – $2,265
$2,985
ComfortNext – $2,999
Titan Plus Core – $1,249
$1,750
ComfortMode – $1,599
Plank Firm – $749
$850
ComfortNext Lux – $3,999
Bear Elite Hybrid – $2,305
$1,694
What Else Is Important When Buying a Sleep Number Alternative?
One of the biggest challenges of identifying a good Sleep Number alternative is finding a mattress that enables you to customize your experience the same way a Sleep Number bed can. When shopping for an alternative, look for mattress companies that offer multiple firmness options for different sleepers. Also, look for companies that offer accessories like pillow tops and cooling covers that can help you change the feel of your mattress on demand. These elements can improve your overall sleep experience and give you more flexibility by allowing you to tailor the mattress to your changing needs.
Firmness Options
While you can’t adjust most mattresses the way you can with a Sleep Number bed, many good alternatives come in numerous firmness options to suit different sleepers. These mattress firmness levels help cater to different sleep styles. For example, soft mattresses are typically more comfortable for side sleepers, while back and stomach sleepers often prefer firmer options. If you’re someone who experiences back pain, research shows that a medium-firm bed is likely the best choice.
Having multiple firmness options to choose from can help you find the right level of support for your body type and preferred sleeping position.
Accessories
Some mattress companies also offer accessories that allow you to tailor the sleep experience. You can often add on brand-specific cooling covers, adjustable bases, specialized mattress toppers, and more to improve your comfort.
While these accessories may come at an extra cost, they allow for a more personalized sleep environment. Cooling covers, for instance, can help regulate body temperature, while mattress toppers might add more plushness or support depending on your preferences, making the mattress more adaptable to your needs as they change.
“Mattress toppers can add cushioning pressure relief, help you sleep cooler, and protect against allergies,” Dr. Harris explains. Some mattress toppers can make your bed feel a bit firmer, depending on the condition of your bed and your specific needs. If your mattress already offers fairly good pressure relief and padding, a 1- or 2-inch topper should work for you. If your bed is extremely firm, a 3- or 4-inch topper is probably a better pick.
Sleep Tracking and Connectivity
Many Sleep Number beds and other luxury mattresses are compatible with sleep tracking apps and boast additional connectivity features. If these features are important to you, try to look for mattresses with sensors or technology that can sync with apps to track your sleep patterns, such as time spent in each sleep stage and overall sleep quality. These features can help you better understand your sleeping habits and make adjustments to improve your rest. Connectivity features can also allow you to adjust your mattress settings via a smartphone app.
For those whose mattress doesn’t have built-in connectivity or Bluetooth capabilities, there are still ways to track and improve your sleep. Many wearable devices offer sleep-tracking features that monitor your sleep stages and overall quality. Dr. Dasgupta recommends wrist-worn sleep trackers, in particular, because they’re “relatively accurate in tracking total sleep time and can be comfortable to wear.”
These devices can sync with apps on your phone to provide valuable insights into your sleep patterns, even if your mattress itself isn’t connected. Using the insights from these apps, you can make manual adjustments to your sleep environment, such as changing the firmness with a mattress topper or adding a cooling pad. While it may not offer the same level of integration, these alternatives still allow you to monitor and optimize your sleep over time.
Sleep Trial and Warranty
One of the key benefits of buying a mattress online is the sleep trial period. These trials allow you to test out the mattress in the comfort of your home for an extended period (often anywhere from 90 to 365 nights). A generous sleep trial is important when purchasing a mattress online because it gives you the chance to make sure it truly meets your needs without being stuck with a product you don’t like.
Meanwhile, a good warranty ensures that your mattress is protected against defects for several years. These guarantees provide peace of mind, especially with online mattress brands, which may not have a physical store for you to try out the bed before purchasing.
Best Sleep Number Alternatives FAQs
What is comparable to a Sleep Number bed?
Sleep Number offers several mattress lines, and they’re each designed a bit differently. So, the best alternatives to Sleep Number beds can vary, depending on the line in question. Our expert testers have identified popular beds from the likes of Nectar, Saatva, Brooklyn Bedding, and Helix as worthwhile selections, among others.
Is Sleep Number really worth it?
Whether Sleep Number beds are worth the price really comes down to personal preference. In general, these beds will really appeal to couples who want to personalize both sides of the bed, people with health conditions that require them to sit up or adjust the bed’s firmness on a regular basis, and people who are looking for a long-term investment.
What are the problems with Sleep Number beds?
No mattress is perfect. As with any mattress brand, Sleep Number receives its share of complaints. For instance, some people simply don’t feel comfortable on Sleep Number mattresses, as the more affordable models feel quite firm.
Another common complaint is that there might be some slight sagging between the air chambers, which could mean the mattress doesn’t offer even support and could also make it harder for couples to cuddle near the center of the bed.
Finally, some people aren’t satisfied with the terms of Sleep Number’s warranty. It’s definitely worth familiarizing yourself with this protection plan before making a purchase.
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Kenny Timper
Staff Writer
About Author
Kenny is a certified sleep science coach and staff writer at Mattress Clarity, where he reviews mattresses, bedding, and sleep accessories to help you skip the guesswork and enjoy a restful night’s sleep. He’s been featured as a sleep expert in publications such as Livingetc and U.S. News & World Report. As a natural tinkerer, he enjoys getting hands-on with each product to determine if it truly makes a difference in sleep quality. When he’s not testing out mattresses and other sleep products, you can find him hiking, biking, or trying out new local eats.
