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9.28 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.2
9.0 Cooling
7.1 Motion Transfer
9.7 Response Time
10 Edge Support
10 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
10 Off-Gassing
9.4 Company
Best For
- Excellent support for sleepers from 300-500 lbs.
- Outstanding pressure relief with 7.5″ of comfort material
- Outstanding edge support with only 2.5″ of sinkage when sitting on the edge
Considerations
- Higher levels of motion transfer, a natural side effect of the more supportive plus-sized design
- More expensive than the average hybrid for plus-sized sleepers
Our Verdict
The Saatva HD mattress is a high-quality mattress that considers plus-sized sleepers throughout the entire design. The thicker 12.5 gauge steel coils, higher density foams (5.0 PCF), and thicker 7.5″ comfort layer all contribute to the exceptional quality and performance of this HD mattress.
Across the board, the HD excelled in our performance tests. The only area where it struggled was motion transfer. However, this is a natural by-product of the extra supportive materials, design, and slightly firmer feel.
While you do pay a steeper price for it, if you’re looking for a mattress that has incredible material quality designed to the specific needs of heavier-weighted sleepers, this is it.
The Saatva HD is arguably the best HD mattress on the market.
Type: Plus-Sized
Firmness: Slightly Firm (7)
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In This Review
Performance Tests | Firmness | | Design | Materials | Comparisons | FAQs
Performance Tests
At NapLab, we put each mattress to the test.
We test 10 different factors that impact the performance, comfort, and value of the mattress. We then take the results of that test and compare to every mattress we’ve tested to date.
Check out the full performance table below to see how this mattress ranks:
Factor | Saatva HD | Average |
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Overall Score | 9.28 | 8.63 |
Price (Queen) | $2,745 | $1,504 (Plus-Sized only) |
Cooling – Score | 9.0 | 8.7 |
Sinkage – Depth | 1.77″ | 2.15″ |
Sinkage – Feel | Minimal | Moderate |
Motion Transfer – Score | 7.1 | 8.2 |
Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 11.34 m/s² | 8.66 m/s² |
Response Time – Score | 9.7 | 8.9 |
Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.2 sec. | 0.4 sec. |
Response Time – Fully Recovered | 0.6 sec. | 0.9 sec. |
Bounce – Height | 12.50″ | 9.70″ |
Bounce – Feel | Very High | Moderate |
Edge Support – Score | 10 | 8.6 |
Edge Support – Sitting | 2.50″ | 4.06″ |
Edge Support – Lying | Outstanding | Good |
Sex – Score | 10 | 8.5 |
Pressure Relief – Score | 10 | 8.8 |
Comfort Layer Thickness | 7.5″ | 4.1″ |
Mattress Thickness | 15.5″ | 12.0″ |
Off-Gassing – Score | 10 | 8.4 |
Off-Gassing – Smell | None | Strong |
Off-Gassing – Days | 0 days | 6 days |
Company – Score | 9.4 | 8.7 |
Trial | 365 nights | 168 nights |
Warranty | Lifetime | 25% have lifetime warranties, average of other 75% of mattresses is 13 years |
How is the Saatva HD Different?
The Saatva HD has a higher performance score than average, but also a higher ticket price—78% more than the average mattress designed for plus-sized sleepers.
Compared to average, the HD has better cooling, less sinkage, faster response, better edge support, and a better sex score as well.
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Being designed for plus-sized sleepers, the HD also has a thicker mattress profile (3.6″ thicker). Most of that thickness goes straight to the comfort layer since the Saatva HD has 7.5″ of comfort material and the average is only 4.2″.
Bounce levels are also higher than average, which is likely a contributing factor to higher levels of motion transfer as well.
9.0
Cooling Test
Cooling performance on the Saatva HD is excellent. During our tests, I felt no significant level of heat retention around my body.
Baseline Temp.
80.1° F
Max Temp.
91.9° F
Ending Temp.
83.8° F
The hybrid design helps to create good airflow for the mattress, improving cooling. In addition, the mattress uses an incredibly thick 7.5” comfort layer (4.2” comfort layer thickness is average).
Max Temp.
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Ending Temp
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- Baseline Temperature – the temperature of the mattress before anyone lies on it
- Maximum Temperature (0 minute) – the temperature of the mattress after lying on it for 15 minutes
- Ending Temperature (5 minute) – the temperature of the mattress after being lied upon and having no one on it for 5 minutes
This comfort layer provides exceptional support and pressure relief, however, a super thick comfort layer does also limit cooling performance, keeping it from reaching the “exceptional” cooling level.
Looking at our objective data, we measured a max surface level temperature of 91.9° Fahrenheit.
After we got off the mattress, the temperature dropped by 4.2° F from minutes 0 to 1 (which is 0.4 degrees better than average). From minutes 0 to 5 the decline was 8.1° (which is 1.1° better than average).
Heat Dissipation Over Time
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When we consider the objective data, subjective experience, and material analysis, alongside the design intention optimized for heavier-weighted bodies, I am pleased with the level of cooling performance. I expect most sleepers will find the level of cooling to be perfectly good.
Sinkage Test
The Saatva HD has a minimal level of sinkage. In our tests, we measured a pressure point sinkage depth of 1.77”. This is 0.43” less sinkage than the average of 2.20”.
The level of sinkage is documented in the image below.
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I wouldn’t call this a “floating on top” of the mattress feel, but it certainly leans more in that direction compared to mattresses that allow sleepers to sink down “in” the mattress. The contouring hug is extremely restrained and generalized around the body.
The Saatva HD did create more body contouring around the heavy portions of my body, in particular my mid-section. Given that I am fairly lightweight at 140 pounds I am far from the ideal body type for this mattress.
More moderate and heavier weighted bodies will create a more appropriate level of engagement with the materials, creating a more balanced level of sinkage and overall body contouring hug.
Even so, the hug will not be at the same level as more traditional memory foam (ie, exactly contouring to your precise shape). Instead, there is more of a balance in the way it wraps the body.
7.1
Motion Transfer Test
The Saatva HD has a moderately high level of motion transfer. In our tests, we measured a total acceleration range of 11.34 m/s². This is 3.38 m/s² more motion than the average of 7.96 m/s².
I was unsurprised by the higher level of motion. Many HD and Plus-sized mattresses have higher motion.
The level of motion transfer is documented in the video below.
The combination of the innerspring coil unit (as opposed to pocketed coils), lower coil gauge (12.5), natural latex layer, denser foam layers (5.0 PCF memory foam), and slightly firm feel (7 out of 10 on the firmness scale) are all contributing to higher motion.
Max. Acceleration
3.68 m/s²
Min. Acceleration
-7.66 m/s²
Accel. Range
11.34 m/s²
These same elements make the mattress an incredible performer to provide ample support for heavier-weighted bodies. However, they don’t do any favors for motion.
The more supportive materials ultimately just have more pushback and resiliency to them.
If we look at the motion transfer chart, which visualizes our accelerometer data, we can see the highest motion peaks from 0 to 0.14 seconds.
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Motion drops off significantly by 0.14 seconds and by 1.13 seconds we’ve returned to near zero levels.
If there is a silver lining here it’s that the most significant motion peaks are very quick. The total motion duration is longer 1.13 seconds, but the level of motion after 0.21 seconds is quite low.
9.7
Response Test
The Saatva HD has a very fast material response. In our tests, we measure a mostly recovered response time of 0.2 seconds and a fully recovered response time of 0.6 seconds.
Mostly Recovered
0.2 sec.
Complete Recovery
0.6 sec.
This mostly recovered time is on par with the fastest mattresses we’ve tested, while the fully recovered time lags a bit. Even so, it’s still notably faster than the average of 0.9 seconds.
The level of responsiveness is documented in the video below.
Despite the use of multiple memory foam layers within the core of the mattress, the Saatva HD still manages an overall highly responsive feel. The faster response ensures sleepers won’t feel stuck and it’s easy to move around on the mattress. No major issues here.
Bounce Test
The Saatva HD has an extremely high level of bounce. In our tests, we measured a total bounce height of 12.50”. This is 2.86” more bounce than the average of 9.64”.
Max. Depth
5.26″
Max. Rebound
7.24″
Total Bounce
12.50″
The more supportive, denser, and high-resiliency materials are creating higher levels of bounce.
While the higher bounce leads to higher motion transfer, it also makes the mattress easier to move around on and improves sex performance.
Max. Sinkage Depth
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Max Bounce Height
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The level of bounce is also documented in the video below.
At 12.50”, the bounce is a little beyond my ideal range, but only slightly. While a more moderate to high level of bounce would be preferential, in this case, I don’t believe it’s a significant detriment.
In order to deliver the appropriate support for heavier weighted bodies the materials and design of the Saatva HD needed to be as they are.
A lowering of bounce would require a decrease in the type and/or quantity of materials that create the HD level of support.
10
Edge Support Test
The Saatva HD has outstanding edge support for both sitting and lying. In our sitting edge support tests, we measured a sitting edge sinkage level of 2.50”. This is 1.77” less edge compression than the average of 4.27”.
Max Sinkage
2.50″
Lying Support
Outstanding
When it comes to sitting edge support, I like to see 4.0” or less. Needless to say, the Saatva HD absolutely dominated this category. The Saatva HD has among the most supportive edges among all mattresses we’ve tested to date (tied for 5th).
The level of edge support while seated is documented in the images below.
Sitting, 140 lbs.
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Sitting, 200 lbs.
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Lying edge support was equally as impressive. Even when lying at the absolute edge of the mattress I felt fully supported in all sleeping positions.
The level of edge support while lying is documented in the images below.
Lying on Edge, 140 lbs.
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Lying on Edge, 200 lbs.
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The support is as good at the edge as it is in the middle of the mattress. The total 15.5” profile height, higher density foams, lower coil gauge (12.5), and 3.5” wide / 6.0” tall perimeter edge support foam all work together to create incredibly robust and high-performance edge support.
10
Sex Test
The best mattresses for sex have high bounce, good edge support, quiet materials, and good pressure relief and cooling.
These 5 factors make up the NapLab sex performance score.
Sex Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Rating |
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Bounce | 65% | 10 | Extremely High |
Edge Support | 20% | 10 | Outstanding |
Noise | 5% | 10 | Minimal |
Pressure Relief | 5% | 10 | Outstanding |
Cooling | 5% | 9.0 | Excellent |
In short, sex is as good as it gets on the Saatva mattress. The high level of bounce combined with exceptional edge support makes up 80% of the score here. This mattress is active, engaging, firm enough, and keeps energy levels up.
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Furthermore, the mattress is quiet, has exceptional pressure relief, and has great cooling. Overall, there are no real issues to have with this mattress concerning sex.
10
Pressure Relief Test
Pressure relief on the Saatva HD is outstanding as well. During our tests, I felt no pressure point issues in any sleeping position.
Comfort Layer
7.5″
Support Layer
8.0″
Great pressure relief is created when a mattress uses good support materials with a sufficiently thick comfort layer of high quality. The Saatva HD is 15.5” thick with a 7.5” comfort layer.
Based on all of our tests to date, the average mattress height is 11.9” and the average comfort layer is 4.2”.
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In addition, the Saatva HD uses a higher density memory and poly foam at 5.0 PCF (pounds per cubic foot). Higher-density foams last longer because there is simply more material within the given layer.
Many brands use memory and poly foams with a density of just 2.0-3.0 PCF. Not to mention the fact that we have a 7.5” foam comfort layer, with 1.0” of that being a natural latex.
Sometimes pressure relief issues can be created when support coils and/or support foams are insufficient. Again, we have an ample 8.0” support layer that blends coils and foams.
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The zoned latex layer, zoned coil unit, and lower 12.5 gauge coil (lower gauge is a thicker, more supportive coil) all work together to create incredible support alongside the thick comfort foam layer.
Overall, I am exceedingly impressed with the pressure relief. While lighter-weight sleepers may find the firmness and density of materials to be a bit much, for the heavier-weighted body that the Saatva HD is designed for it creates truly next-level pressure relief.
10
Off-Gassing Test
Off-gassing on the Saatva HD was non-existent. The Saatva HD ships uncompressed, which really eliminates any off-gassing issues.
Initial Smell Strength
None
Off-Gassing Period
0 days
By the time the Saatva HD arrived at our studio it had zero significant smell. For sleepers who are more sensitive to strong smells the the Saatva HD is a fantastic option.
9.4
Company
The company score takes a look at factors that may influence your experience with the mattress.
Factors include length of the trial period, warranty, shipping / return costs, and country of origin.
Company Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Data |
---|---|---|---|
Trial Period | 15% | 10 | 365 nights |
Warranty | 10% | 10 | Lifetime |
Shipping | 5% | 10 | $0 |
Returns | 20% | 7.0 | $99 |
Trust | 50% | 10 | Outstanding |
Country of Origin | 0% | USA |
Saatva comes with a long 365-night trial period and a lifetime warranty.
Shipping is free and if the mattress doesn’t end up working out, you can return it (minus a $99 return fee).
How firm is the Saatva HD?
The Saatva HD has a slightly firm feel, with a firmness of 7 out of 10 (where 10 is the most firm). For heavier sleepers, this is firm enough to be supportive while still allowing for a certain degree of contour and hug.
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Support & Sleeping Positions
The Saatva HD has exceptionally good support. During our tests, I felt fully supported in all sleeping positions. The mattress is designed for heavier weighted bodies in the 300 to 500-pound range.
From top to bottom, the mattress has the right design and material choices to create perfect support for even the heaviest-weighted sleepers.
With 15.5” of total mattress profile height, a 7.5” comfort layer, zoned support latex, a zoned coil unit, and a 12.5 gauge coil, the mattress checks all of my boxes and then some.
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The mattress is able to create truly extraordinary support for heavier-weighted bodies. The only weak spot is going to be couples of varying weights (IE, one lighter / moderated weighted partner and one heavy-weight partner) who want to sleep on this mattress.
While the mattress is designed for sleepers in the 300 to 500 range, I think any sleeper over 200 would find the Saatva HD supportive and comfortable.
However, side sleepers below 200 pounds should use caution.
Sleeper Weight | Stomach Sleepers | Side Sleepers | Back Sleepers |
---|---|---|---|
Under 150 lbs. | Maybe | No | Maybe |
150-250 lbs. | Yes | Maybe | Yes |
250-300 lbs. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
There is such a high level of support that lighter and moderate-weighted side sleepers may find it creates improper spinal alignment.
Even so, lighter and moderated weighted back and stomach sleepers should find it perfectly acceptable.
Design
The Saatva HD is designed as a high-profile hybrid mattress with a thick comfort layer and a 12.5 gauge coil support base. It is comfortable in the top layers, yet firm enough to be supportive for heavier sleepers.
Type
Plus-Sized
Thickness
15.5″
Firmness
7
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Materials
The Saatva HD has a plush Euro Top cover, 4 layers of comfort material, and two support layers (coil + high-density foam). From top to bottom, here is a more detailed look at the makeup of each layer.
- 2.5” euro top
- 1.0” natural latex
- 1.75” memory foam
- 1.75” poly foam
- 1.75” poly foam
- 6.0” support coils
- 2.0” support foam
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The Cover
The cover of the Saatva HD includes a 2.5″ Euro top. This layer has a plush feel with a deeper level of contour.
I’ll also note here that the cover contains no fiberglass or chemical flame retardants. Saatva uses a plant-based thistle pulp as a fire barrier.
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The Comfort Layer
The comfort layer includes three different layers of foam.
Natural Latex (zoned): This top layer of latex is divided into 5 different zones and is 1.0″ thick. The Saatva website measures this layer as 1.5″ thick, but it was only 1.0″ thick on the mattress we tested.
Memory Foam: The middle layer of comfort material is a 1.75″ layer of memory foam with a density of 5.0 pounds (PCF). For this layer, Saatva says this foam is 1.5″ so we’re seeing a slight difference, but again, nothing hugely significant.
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What is PCF? PCF stands for Pounds Per Cubic Foot and is an industry standard measurement for foam density. Higher density foams have more materials within them. Foams of a higher density are generally more durable and more supportive.
Poly Foam: The bottom layer is actually two slabs of 1.75″ poly foam, both with a density of 5.0 pounds (PCF). This foam acts a bit more like a transitional layer between the comfort material and the support below. On the website, this portion is measured as a single 2.0″ poly foam… not 2 separate 1.75″ layers (3.5″ total).
Despite these differences in material thickness, overall I think the Saatva comfort layers can be expected to perform similarly well.
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The Support Layer
The support layer uses 6.0″ high support coals made of 12.5 gauge steel. In the case of steel, a lower number gauge is a thicker wire. A thicker wire creates better support.
The coils include a zone in the middle with increased support for lower back / lumbar region.
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These coils are not part of a pocketed coil system, so motion transfer could suffer. But it does use what they are calling a “17-gauge helical wire to eliminate motion transfer”.
By this claim, I would expect the Saatva HD to perform better than a standard innerspring hybrid, but worse than most pocketed coil units. Given the 11.34 m/s² of motion transfer we measured I believe my assessment of the coil performance is accurate.
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Product Evolution
The Saatva HD was originally launched in 2019 and has not undergone any changes since the initial launch.
Other Mattresses to Consider
Not sure if the Saatva HD is the right mattress for you? Check out these three other top-rated alternatives for plus-sized sleepers.
For Savings
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Winkbed Plus
9.37 Overall Score
The Winkbed Plus is a solid pick if you’re looking for a high-quality hybrid for plus-sized sleepers, but are open to a pocketed coil base. The Winkbed Plus outperforms the HD in a couple of areas and costs nearly half the price.
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For Motion Transfer
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Helix Plus
9.29 Overall Score
The Helix Plus mattress has great scoring all-around, much like the Saatva, but also excels in motion transfer (where the HD struggles). The Helix Plus has a max acceleration range of 6.31 m/s² whereas the HD had a max of 11.34 m/s².
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For Softer Feel
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Nolah Evolution Comfort+
8.92 Overall Score
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ has a softer feel compared to the Saatva HD. The Comfort+ is a medium feel (5.5 out of 10) whereas the Saatva HD is a slightly firm feel (7 out of 10). Great for sleepers who need more support, but also want fantastic pressure relief.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Check out some of the top FAQs on the Saatva HD mattress below and get the answers you’re looking for.
How much does a Saatva HD mattress cost?
Here are the current prices, with any sales or promotions reflected below:
Twin: $1,495
Twin XL: $1,695
Full: $2,245
Queen: $2,845
King: $3,295
Cal. King: $3,295
Split King: $3,590
*Note: Sales prices are subject to change without notice or warning.
About Derek Hales
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Derek Halesis the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of NapLab. His insights and work has been featured on ABC's Tamron Hall Show, CBS News, ESPN, Reader's Digest, Homes & Gardens, New York Post, Business Insider, CNET, & More. Derek has personally 360+ mattresses and began testing mattresses in 2014.
9.82 Best Score (Best Mattresses Ranked)
6.23 Worst Score
For more information see our testing and scoring system explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-cooling', {content: 'Mattress materials and design can impact how cool or hot a mattress sleeps. Our cooling score is a subjective assessment based on materials, design, sinkage, and objective temperture data.Cooling Score Summary
8.7 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
10 Best Score (Best Cooling Mattresses)
6.0 Worst Score
For more information see our cooling score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-sinkage', {content: 'Sinkage is the level to which sleepers will sink into the layers of the mattress. To test sinkage we use a 12 pound medicine ball to objectively measure the depth to which that ball sinks. This is representative of pressure point sinkage.Sinkage Data Summary
2.13" Average Sinkage (240+ mattresses tested)
3.20" Most Sinkage
1.05" Least Sinkage For more information see our sinkage score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-motion-transfer', {content: 'Motion transfer is the level of motion felt when a sleep partner moves, changes position, or gets in / out of bed. Our motion transfer score is an objective measure based on our accelerometer tests. We drop a 12 pound medicine ball on one side of the mattress and place an accelerometer on the other side. Acceleration is measured in meters per second squared (m/s^2). If an object (in this case our accelerometer) accelerates in 5 m/s^2 that means the speed is increasing by 5 meters every second.
Motion Transfer Score Summary
8.2 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
10 Best Score
3.7 Worst Score
For more information see our motion transfer score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-ease-of-movement', {content: 'How quickly a mattress responds to sleeper movements impacts how easy or difficult it may be to change positions, move around, and get up from the mattress. Our response score is an objective measure based on mattress response time (aka responsiveness). Response time is how long the mattress is able to respond to movements and adjust back to its original shape.Response Score Summary
9.0 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
10 Best Score
5.0 Worst Score
For more information see our ease of movement score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-bounce', {content: 'Our bounce test is an objective measurement based on the level of bounce achieved by dropping a 12 pound medicine ball on the mattress.Bounce Data Summary
9.66" Average Bounce (240+ mattresses tested)
17.15" Most Bounce
3.34" Least Bounce
For more information see our bounce score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-edge-support', {content: 'Edge support is the amount of support provided by the edge of the mattress when sitting or lying directly on it. We measure edge support by sitting directly on the edge and taking an objective measurement of edge sinkage. We also lie directly on the edge and make a subjective assessment of performance.
Edge Support Score Summary
8.6 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
10 Best Score
5.1 Worst Score
For more information see our edge support score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-sex', {content: 'Our sex score is based on 5 factors including: bounce, edge support, noise, cooling, and pressure relief. Those 5 factors are weighted based on their relative importance.Sex Score Summary
8.5 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
10 Best Score (Best Mattresses for Sex)
6.0 Worst Score
For more information see our sex score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,}); tippy('#tooltip-pressure-relief', {content: 'Mattresses with thin comfort layers, poor material quality, poor material design, and other factors may create pressure points for some sleepers. Our pressure relief score is a subjective assessment of multiple factors.Pressure Relief Score Summary
8.7 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
10 Best Score
4.0 Worst Score
For more information see our pressure relief score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-off-gassing', {content: 'New mattresses may release VOCs (volatile organic compounds) for a period of time. This off-gassing can create a strong smell that lingers for a period of days. Our off-gassing score is a subjective measure of the duration of the off-gassing period.Off-Gassing Score Summary
8.3 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
10 Best Score
0.0 Worst Score
For more information see our off-gassing score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-company', {content: 'Our company score is based on 5 factors including: trial period, warranty, returns, shipping, and trust. Each score is an objective rating, excluding trust, which is a subjective assessment.Company Score Summary
8.7 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
9.7 Best Score
5.2 Worst Score
For more information see our company score explanation here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-performance-tests', {content: 'Our performance tests look at 10 unique factors. These factors are a blend of objective testing data and subjective expert analysis. For more information see our performance tests explanation here. Most testing factors are color coded (green = good, yellow = okay, red = bad). However, sinkage and bounce are not color coded, despite being testing factors. These factors are not color coded because sinkage and bounce are preference based.Overall Score Summary
8.64 Average Score (240+ mattresses tested)
9.82 Best Score (Best Mattresses Ranked)
6.23 Worst Score
',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-firmness', {content: 'Firmness is rated on a 1-10 scale where 10 is the most firm. Most sleepers prefer a medium firm feel, which is a 6 out of 10 on our firmness scale. Our firmness rating is a subjective assessment. For help in choosing the right firmness for you please visit our mattress firmness guide.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-support', {content: 'Mattress type, materials, firmness, and sleeper weight impact how a mattress will support you and the sleeping positions that are best suited for that mattress. Our support rating analyzes mattress firmness alongside body weight and sleeping positions to help ensure you select the mattress that best meets your needs.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-mattress-types', {content: 'Different mattress types have different feels. The materials used within the mattress and the mattress design can dramatically alter how a mattress feels. Your preferences and needs may make one or more types better suited to your needs. Our mattress types guide explains the major mattress types in-depth and can help guide you to the type that is best for you.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-best-for', {content: 'Our best for selections are mattresses that earned spots on one or more of our best mattress lists. You can learn how we test and score mattresses here and how we choose our best mattress winners here',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,}); tippy('#tooltip-mattress-prices', {content: 'Prices include any relevant promotions, sales, and discounts at the time of update. All mattress pricing listed in USD, except for mattresses exclusively available in a non-US country, in which case prices are listed in the respective local currency of that country. Prices subject to change without warning.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,}); tippy('#tooltip-body-contour', {content: 'Body contour is how the mattress hugs and wraps around the body. Mattresses that create a slight body contour don’t have a significant hug and float sleepers more on top of the mattresses. Mattresses with a dramatic body contour create a more significant hugging sensation and wrap around the exact shape of the body. Mattresses with a balanced body contour create more of an even and less polarizing feel.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-mattress-sinkage', {content: 'Sinkage is how deeply the body sinks into the mattress when you’re lying down. More / less sinkage is neither good nor bad. However, it will create a more specific feel. Mattresses with more sinkage generally have a more dramatic body contour. Mattresses with less sinkage generally have only a slight level of body contour, creating more of a floating on top fo the mattress feel.Sinkage Data Summary
2.12" Average Sinkage (240+ mattresses tested)
3.20" Most Sinkage
1.05" Least Sinkage',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-mattress-bounce', {content: 'Bounce is tested by dropping a 12 pound medicine ball onto the mattress. The bounce height is determined by how far the ball sinks down and rebounds back up. High / low bounce is neither good nor bad, but subject to personal preferences. However, most sleepers prefer a bounce in the moderate to high range, as it improves sex performance and makes it easier to move around on the mattress.
Bounce Data Summary
9.66" Average Bounce (240+ mattresses tested)
17.15" Most Bounce
3.34" Least Bounce',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-derek-bio', {content: 'Derek Hales - Founder & Editor-in-Chief
Derek has tested 360+ mattresses to date and began mattress testing in 2014. Derek leads all mattress tests on NapLab and is a respected voice in the world of mattresses and sleep. His insights have been featured by ABC, CBS News, ESPN, Reader's Digest, & More.
You can read Derek's full bio here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-kayla-bio', {content: 'Kayla Hein - Creative Director
Kayla has been writing about mattresses since 2017. She leads our review development process, ensuring our tests, analysis, and data come together in a way that is both easy to understand and aesthetically beautiful. Her dual master’s degrees in Product Design & Architecture give her a unique perspective that helps to improve our reviews. Kayla’s insights have been featured by Homes & Gardens, Apartment Therapy, Realtor.com, Elle, and others.
You can read Kayla's full bio here.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-kyle-bio', {content: 'Kyle Wandelt - Content Manager
Kyle joined NapLab in 2021 and works directly with Derek to conduct the actual testing on each mattress we review. He uses the data we collect on each mattress to build relevant charts, graphs, tables, and video clips. These assets allow Derek to create more interesting insights and analysis, and provide visual aids that help make our reviews easier to understand. ',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});tippy('#tooltip-samantha-bio', {content: 'Samantha Hales - Data Analyst
Samantha is married to Derek and has been an integral part of our mattress testing success since 2014. In 2021, she helped Derek develop the underlying systems, processes, and data structure that would allow Derek to build NapLab. Samantha’s degree in mathematics and genius level Google Sheets skills empowers our team to create the better reviews, comparisons, and best lists.',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,}); tippy('#tooltip-earning-trust', {content: 'Data-Driven Testing
All mattresses are tested with a consistent battery of data-driven tests. We conduct 10 individual tests and gather 35 data points on each mattress. We've tested 240+ mattresses using the exact same tests, photos, and videos so it's incredibly easy to compare mattresses.
Transparent & Fair Scoring
All testing and scoring methodologies are summarily explained within our reviews and tooltips, and fully here. Our scores are formulaically derived from our objective, systematic, and data-driven reviews.
No Paid Content
The brands we test cannot pay us to review their mattress, give them a higher score, or buy a top ranking. While many other sites promote certain mattress brands based on who pays them the most, we select winners based on our scores and clearly defined metrics',interactive: true,interactiveBorder: 30,allowHTML: true,});