For many sleepers, a firm mattress creates the right support to keep the body from sinking down too far into the mattress. This can help to alleviate back pain, provide better pressure relief, and create more restorative sleep.
Our experts have tested 470+ mattresses to find the absolute best firm mattress models on the market. Our data-driven testing can help you find the mattress that meets your needs, preferences, and budget. Let’s get started.
Top Pick
WinkBed
The WinkBed is the #1 best mattress we’ve tested to date and the highest performer if you’re exclusively looking for firm mattresses (8 out of 10 on the firmness scale).
The 8 Best Firm Mattresses
- WinkBed – Best Overall
- Saatva Classic – Best Coil
- Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX – Best Hybrid
- Glacier Apex – Best Memory Foam Hybrid
- Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid – Best Firm Pillow Top
- Helix Twilight Elite – Best Cooling
- Endy – Best All-Foam
- Leesa Sapira Chill – Best Hybrid Runner Up
| Mattress Name | Overall Score | Type | Firmness | Price | Read Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WinkBed | 9.49 | Hybrid | Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8) | $1,799 | Review |
| Saatva Classic | 9.48 | Coil | Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8) | $1,853 | Review |
| Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX | 9.32 | Hybrid | Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), and Firm (8) | $1,899 | Review |
| Glacier Apex | 9.27 | Memory Foam Hybrid | Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8) | $1,599 | Review |
| Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid | 9.26 | Hybrid | Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8) | $1,856 | Review |
| Helix Twilight Elite | 9.22 | Hybrid | Firm (8) | $2,999 | Review |
| Endy | 9.09 | Foam | Medium (5), Slightly Firm (7), and Firm (8) | $695 | Review |
| Leesa Sapira Chill | 9.08 | Hybrid | Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), or Firm (8) | $1,809 | Review |
Our Testing & Selection Process
470+
Mattresses Tested
To Date
43
Data Points Tested
On Each Mattress
102
Mattress Brands Tested To Date
Each best list is put through a customized performance analysis with specialized consideration given to our objective & data-driven performance tests. In addition, we consider mattress type, design, materials, value, price, and more.
For our Best Firm Mattress list, we based our selections on the best-scoring mattresses, according to our battery of testing and formulaic-driven scoring.
Our tests analyze performance across 8 critical factors, including cooling, motion transfer, response time, edge support, sex, pressure relief, off-gassing, and company. In addition, we also test sinkage and bounce (though these are not scoring factors).
Our tests include objective and quantifiable data whenever possible. In addition, we use subjective assessment supported by data to round out our testing process.
Our scores are based on mathematical formulas and equations that utilize inputs from our data-driven testing.
In choosing the best firm mattresses we looked at the totality of all of our tests, scores, data, and reviews to date. We analyzed this data alongside our established best mattress framework here.
In addition to achieving a high-performance score, all mattresses on this list have a firm feel (8 out of 10 on the firmness scale, where 10 is the most firm).
When selecting the best firm mattresses, we’re looking at a combination of overall scoring performance, firmness, and US availability.
To be included within this list all mattresses:
- Had to have a firmness of 8 of 10, where 10 is the most firm.
- Had to have a performance score of 9.08 or higher.
- Had to be available for purchase within the USA.
Are You a Plus-Sized Sleeper?
If you have a heavier body over 250 lbs., but especially over 300 lbs., check our best mattress for heavy people list. HD / plus-sized mattresses are designed with more supportive materials, higher-density foams, thicker profiles, and thicker wires on the coils, all of which are better tuned to the needs of heavier people.
Our Testing Team
Derek
Lead Tester
Kayla
Writer
Kyle
Tester
Nathan
Tester
Samantha
Data Analyst
WinkBed
Best For
- All-around performance, #1 best mattress tested to date
- Fantastic edge support when sitting or lying at or near the edge
- Pressure relief for sleepers of all body weight or sleeping positions
Considerations
- Deeper sinkage is great for side sleepers, but not all back / stomach sleepers
- 120-night trial is shorter than the average
- Returns are free, but exchanges are $49
Our Verdict
The WinkBed is a 13.50″ hybrid mattress with a quilted cover, foam comfort layer (made of gel foam, poly foam, and support foam), as well as a pocketed coil base.
The Winkbed is available in three firmness options—Soft (4), Medium Firm (6), and Firm (8). You’ll want to go with the Firmer version of the Winkbed to get the firm feel. Winkbed also offers a Plus-sized version. Heavier sleepers, especially over 300 lbs., would be best supported by the Winkbed Plus.
The luxury firm version of this mattress had very deep sinkage as well as low levels of bounce. The firm version had notably less sinkage (but still within the “deep” sinkage rating tier), but does still have a pillow top cover, which provides a bit more engagement than other mattresses on this list. The deep sinkage makes it a great choice for side sleepers who like a firm feel, but may not be as good for stomach / back sleepers.
In our performance tests, the Winkbed mattress earned an overall score of 9.49, making this mattress the #1 best mattress we’ve tested to date.
A queen mattress costs $1,799, which is roughly 18% more expensive than the average hybrid. That said, a premium of 18% feels like a small price to pay for the highest performing mattress we’ve tested to date.
Click here to read the full Winkbed review.
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium Firm (6), Firm (8)
Winkbed Performance
Cooling Test
Sinkage Test
Motion Transfer Test
Response Test
Bounce Test
Edge Support Test
| Factor | Winkbed |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 9.49 |
| Price (Queen) | $1,799 |
| Cooling – Score | 10 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.70″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Very Deep |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 8.5 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 8.39 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 9.6 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.2 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 0.7 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 7.92″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Low |
| Edge Support – Score | 10 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.00″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Outstanding |
| Sex – Score | 8.3 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 10 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 4.50″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 13.50″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 9.7 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Moderate |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 1 day |
| Company – Score | 9.4 |
| Trial | 120 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Saatva Classic
Best For
- Exceptional cooling performance, 10/10
- Fantastic edge support for both sitting and lying
- Pressure relief is incredible with high-quality materials
Considerations
- Available in two heights—11.5″ or 14.5″ (same price)
- Higher bounce may not be ideal for all sleepers
- $99 return fee
Our Verdict
The Saatva Classic is a high-performing coil mattress that uses a pocketed coil base and a comfort layer of foam-encased coils. It is topped with a Euro-style pillow topper.
The Saatva comes in three firmness levels—Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), and Firm (8).
In our tests of the medium version, Saatva had moderate sinkage and very high levels of bounce. I would expect the firm version to have slightly less sinkage, but you’re still going to have a bit of contour because of the plush feel of the Euro cover. The firm version may also have a slightly higher bounce because of the extra pushback.
In our performance tests, the Saatva Classic earned an overall score of 9.48, ranking as the #2 best mattress tested to date.
It costs $1,853 for a queen mattress. Compared to over 470+ mattresses tested to date, the Saatva Classic is 22% more expensive than average. But remember, you’re also getting a mattress with significantly better performance. For reference, the average overall score is 8.54. Saatva Classic’s 9.48 is considerably better than average.
Click here to read the full Saatva Classic review.
Type: Coil
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)
Saatva Performance
Cooling Test
Sinkage Test
Motion Transfer Test
Response Test
Bounce Test
Edge Support Test
| Factor | Saatva Classic |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 9.48 |
| Price (Queen) | $1,853 |
| Cooling – Score | 10 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.03″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Moderate |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 7.4 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 10.68 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 9.9 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.2 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 0.4 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 12.53″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Very High |
| Edge Support – Score | 10 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 2.25″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Outstanding |
| Sex – Score | 10 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 10 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 7.00″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 11.50″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 10 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | None |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 0 days |
| Company – Score | 8.8 |
| Trial | 365 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
For Less Bounce
Saatva Contour5
Type: Memory Foam
Firmness: Medium-Firm (6) or Firm (8)
The Saatva Contour 5 is another firm option from Saatva. The overall score isn’t quite as high as the Classic, but still provides a solid performance level that is great for sleepers looking for a memory foam feel. This mattress has minimal sinkage and very low levels of bounce. Unlike the Saatva Classic, which encourages motion and engagement, the Contour5 is designed to limit bounce on the mattress. It’s also quite a bit more expensive, but if you like the feel of memory foam, it can be worth it.
Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX
Best For
- Exceptional cooling and fast material response time
- Fantastic edge support when sitting or lying near the edge
- Great pressure relief with a thicker 5.25″ comfort layer
Considerations
- Higher levels of motion transfer, 11% more than average
- Higher price, 25% more than the average hybrid
- $99 return fee
Our Verdict
The Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX mattress is a 14.00″ hybrid mattress made of a variety of different foams (latex, memory foam, and poly foam).
The Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX is available in three firmness levels — Soft, Medium, and Firm. I tested the Medium and found it to have a medium-firm feel (6 out of 10 on the firmness scale). I would recommend the firm version for back sleepers, heavier sleepers, or those who just prefer a mattress with more pushback.
The Medium version of this mattress has deep sinkage and high levels of bounce. It pairs the deeper engagement with a balanced contour, which makes the Thermobalance fit a wide range of sleeper profiles. I would fully expect the firm version of this mattress to have less sinkage and more of a floating feel.
In our performance tests, this mattress earned an overall score of 9.32, ranking it in the top 3% of all mattresses tested to date.
The Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX is $1,899 for a queen-sized mattress, which is 25% more than the average hybrid. But given its incredible overall performance, you definitely get what you pay for with the ThermoBalance.
Click here to read our full Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX review.
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)
Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX Performance
Cooling Test
Sinkage Test
Motion Transfer Test
Response Test
Bounce Test
Edge Support Test
| Factor | Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 9.32 |
| Price (Queen) | $1,899 |
| Cooling – Score | 10 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.44″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Deep |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 7.8 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 9.78 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 9.7 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.2 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 0.6 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 10.04″ |
| Bounce – Feel | High |
| Edge Support – Score | 9.9 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.25″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Outstanding |
| Sex – Score | 9.2 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 10 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 5.25″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 14.00″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.9 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 4 days |
| Company – Score | 8.2 |
| Trial | 120 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
For Savings
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), or Firm (8)
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid is another great pick to consider for a high-quality hybrid mattress with a firm feel. Like the Aurora Luxe, this mattress is also available in three firmness levels—Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), or Firm (8). Also like the Aurora Luxe, the Signature hybrid has a quilted cover and poly foam comfort layer with a pocketed coil base. This mattress has slightly less sinkage and higher levels of bounce compared to Aurora. Lastly, the Signature Hybrid is sold at a value-packed price of $999 for a queen. If you enjoy a bit more pushback and want to save $700, the Signature Hybrid is a fantastic choice.
Glacier Apex
Best For
- Exceptionally good value hybrid at $1,399 (Queen)
- Fantastic pressure relief, 6.25″ comfort layer thickness
- Very low levels of motion transfer, great for sensitive sleepers
Considerations
- Low bounce makes this mattress less ideal for sex
- 14″ thick may not work for all sleepers
- Slightly slower material response time
Our Verdict
The Glacier Apex is a 14.25″ memory foam hybrid mattress made of memory foam, transitional foam, and a pocketed coil base. It has a 1.25″ Euro cover and convenient handles on the sides of the mattress.
The Glacier Apex is available in three firmness levels — soft, medium, and firm. We have tested the Medium version and found it to have more of a medium-firm feel (6 out of 10 on the firmness scale).
The Medium version also had moderate sinkage and low levels of bounce. I would expect the firm version to have slightly less sinkage. If you want a memory foam feel, but also want to retain fast material responsiveness, the Apex is a great option.
In our performance tests, this mattress earned an overall score of 9.27, ranking the mattress in the top 6% of all mattresses tested to date. Looking exclusively at memory foam hybrids, that performance rank rises to the top 1%. Glacier Apex is the #1 ranked memory foam hybrid we’ve tested to date.
The Glacier Apex is $1,399 for a queen-sized mattress, which is 14% less than the average memory foam hybrid, a savings of $228. If you’re on a budget but still want well-rounded performance, the Apex is a solid pick.
Click here to read our full Glacier Apex review.
Type: Memory Foam Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)
Glacier Apex Performance
Cooling Test
Sinkage Test
Motion Transfer Test
Response Test
Bounce Test
Edge Support Test
| Factor | Glacier Apex |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 9.27 |
| Price (Queen) | $1,399 |
| Cooling – Score | 9.0 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.14″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Moderate |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 9.7 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 5.77 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 8.4 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.4 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 1.2 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 6.02″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Low |
| Edge Support – Score | 9.9 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.25″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Outstanding |
| Sex – Score | 7.4 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 10 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 6.25″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 14.25″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.9 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 4 days |
| Company – Score | 10 |
| Trial | 365 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid
Best For
- Exceptional edge support and pressure relief
- Three firmness options
- Celliant-infused cooling cover, great cooling performance
Considerations
- Higher levels of motion transfer, 12% more than average
- Deep sinkage may not be ideal for heavier back or stomach sleepers
- Priced 22% more expensive than the average hybrid
Our Verdict
The Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid mattress is a 14.00″ hybrid mattress made of memory foam, microcils, poly foam, pocketed coils, and a support foam base.
The Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid is available in three firmness levels — Soft, Medium, and Firm. In our tests, the Medium version actually had a medium-firm feel (6 out of 10 on our firmness scale).
The Medium version of this mattress also has deep sinkage and moderate levels of bounce. I would expect the firm version to have less sinkage and possibly slightly more bounce, as the mattress generates a bit more pushback.
In our performance tests, this mattress earned an overall score of 9.26, ranking the mattress in the top 6% of all mattresses tested to date.
The Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid is $1,856 for a queen-sized mattress, which is 22% more than the average hybrid. The price is higher, but you’re also getting fantastic performance. For a firm mattress with a pillowtop, the Bear Elite is a great option.
Click here to read our full Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid review.
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)
Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid Performance
Cooling Test
Sinkage Test
Motion Transfer Test
Response Test
Bounce Test
Edge Support Test
| Factor | Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 9.26 |
| Price (Queen) | $1,856 |
| Cooling – Score | 10 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.54″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Deep |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 7.8 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 9.89 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 8.4 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.4 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 1.2 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 8.94″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Moderate |
| Edge Support – Score | 10 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.00″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Outstanding |
| Sex – Score | 8.8 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 10 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 5.00″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 14.00″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.6 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 5 days |
| Company – Score | 9.4 |
| Trial | 120 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Helix Twilight Elite
Best For
- Firm feel with exceptional pressure relief
- Standard GlacioTex cover helps create fantastic cooling
- Lying and sitting edge support are both excellent
Considerations
- Worse sex score largely due to lower-than-average bounce
- Material response is slower
- Considerably higher price than the average hybrid
Our Verdict
The Helix Twilight Elite is a 15.5″ hybrid mattress made of memory foam, poly foam, microcoils, and a pocketed coil base. It comes equipped with a cool-to-the-touch cover, zoned support, and reinforced edges. The mattress is incredibly robust, being the best-of-the-best offered by Helix.
The Helix Twilight Elite is available in a single firmness level — firm.
This mattress has very deep sinkage and low levels of bounce. While sinkage levels are deeper than average, the Twilight Elite still creates a high degree of pushback. The deeper sinakge helps make this a fantastic choice for side sleepers.
In our performance tests, this mattress earned an overall score of 9.22, ranking the mattress in the top 8% of all mattresses tested to date.
The Helix Twilight Elite is $2,999 for a queen sized mattress, which is more than double the price of an average mattress. While the asking price is steep, this is undeniably a mattress that performs considerably better than average. In addition, this mattress has incredible material quality, providing exceptional durability.
Click here to read our full Helix Twilight Elite review.
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Firm (8)
Helix Twilight Elite Performance
Cooling Test
Sinkage Test
Motion Transfer Test
Response Test
Bounce Test
Edge Support Test
| Factor | Helix Twilight Elite |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 9.22 |
| Price (Queen) | $2,999 |
| Cooling – Score | 10 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.63″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Very Deep |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 9.1 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 6.93 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 7.6 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.5 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 1.5 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 7.17″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Low |
| Edge Support – Score | 9.6 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.75″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Outstanding |
| Sex – Score | 7.9 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 10 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 6.0″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 15.5″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.1 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 7 days |
| Company – Score | 9.4 |
| Trial | 120 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Endy All-Foam
Best For
- Very fast response time and no “stuck” feeling
- Fantastic edge support
- Budget-friendly, under $700
- 365-night trial period
Considerations
- May not be suitable for bodies over 250 lbs.
- High levels of bounce + very minimal sinkage may not be ideal for all preferences
Our Verdict
The Endy mattress is a 10.00″ foam mattress made of two layers of poly foam and a thick layer of support foam.
The Endy is available in three firmness levels—Plush, Medium-Firm, and Firm. We tested the Medium-Firm version, which ended up being firmer than expected, closer to a 7 out of 10 with a slightly firm feel. I would estimate the Plush version to be a 5 with a Medium feel and the Firm version would be closer to an 8, with a Firm feel.
The Medium-Firm version of this mattress has very minimal sinkage and very high levels of bounce. It comes with a slight contouring hug around your body that feels more like floating on top of a mattress rather than sinking down into it. I would expect the firm version to have even less sinkage and more of a floating feel than what we measured on the Medium-Firm version.
In our performance tests, this mattress earned an overall score of 9.09, ranking the mattress in the top 14% of all mattresses tested to date. For just foam models, it’s in the top 7%.
The Endy is $695 for a queen-sized mattress, which is 53% less than average. For a twin, it’s only $399, which is an absolutely killer deal considering its suitability for full adulthood.
Click here to read our full Endy review.
Type: Foam
Firmness: Medium (5), Slightly Firm (7), and Firm (8)
Endy Performance
Cooling Test
Sinkage Test
Motion Transfer Test
Response Test
Bounce Test
Edge Support Test
| Factor | Endy |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 9.09 |
| Price (Queen) | $695 |
| Cooling – Score | 9.0 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 1.47″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Very Minimal |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 9.3 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 6.62 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 10 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.2 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 0.3 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 12.45″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Very High |
| Edge Support – Score | 9.4 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.25″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Excellent |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 8.0 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 2.00″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 10.00″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.3 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 6 days |
| Company – Score | 9.6 |
| Trial | 365 nights |
| Warranty | 15 years |
Leesa Sapira Chill
Best For
- Fantastic pressure relief with an extra thick comfort layer
- Great edge support when sitting or lying on the mattress
- Exceptional cooling performance with a cooling cover
Considerations
- Price tag is 18% more than the average hybrid
- Motion transfer levels are 43% more than average
- Mattress had a strong smell for 10 days
Our Verdict
The Leesa Sapira Chill is a hybrid mattress designed for great cooling and an active feel. It has a quilted cooling cover, poly foam comfort layer, and a pocketed coil base.
This mattress comes in three different firmness options—Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), or Firm (8).
We tested the medium-firm version, which had moderate sinkage and high levels of bounce. I would expect the firm version to have similar levels, with slightly less sinkage. It still has a thick quilted cover (1.75″) with a more restrained feel compared to Saatva Classic or Helix Twilight Elite.
In our performance tests, the Sapira Chill earned an overall score of 9.08, ranking the mattress within the top 16% of all mattresses tested to date.
A queen mattress is $1,809, which is 18% more than the average hybrid. Like many other recommendations in this list, you’re paying more, but you’re also getting much higher performance mattress.
Click here to read the full Leesa Sapira Chill review.
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), or Firm (8)
Leesa Sapira Chill Performance
Cooling Test
Sinkage Test
Motion Transfer Test
Response Test
Bounce Test
Edge Support Test
| Factor | Leesa Sapira Chill |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 9.08 |
| Price (Queen) | $1,809 |
| Cooling – Score | 10 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.16″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Moderate |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 6.6 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 12.55 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 9.0 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.3 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 1.0 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 10.51″ |
| Bounce – Feel | High |
| Edge Support – Score | 9.5 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.00″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Excellent |
| Sex – Score | 9.4 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 10 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 5.3″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 14″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 7.2 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 10 days |
| Company – Score | 9.4 |
| Trial | 120 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
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