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Best Soft Mattress: Our Experts Test 420+ Mattresses

Derek Hales

Updated

Our experts have tested 420+ mattresses using our battery of objective & data-driven tests. Our best soft mattress list analyzes all of our performance tests, data, and research to highlight the best mattresses with a soft feel.

Best Mattress Throne

Top Pick

Winkbed Sitting

WinkBed

Winkbed is the highest-performing and best soft mattress we’ve tested to date (420+ tested). It earned perfect scores for cooling, pressure relief, and edge support.

The 8 Best Soft Mattresses

  1. Winkbed – Best Overall
  2. Saatva Classic – Best Coil
  3. Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX – Best Hybrid
  4. Glacier Apex – Best Memory Foam Hybrid
  5. Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid – Best Hybrid Runner Up
  6. Plushbeds Botanical Bliss – Best Organic
  7. Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid – Best Memory Foam Hybrid Runner Up
  8. Helix Moonlight Elite – Best Cooling
Mattress NameOverall ScoreTypeFirmnessPriceRead Review
Winkbed9.49HybridSoft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)$1,799Review
Saatva Classic9.48CoilSoft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)$1,853Review
Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX9.32HybridSoft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)$1,899Review
Glacier Apex9.27Memory Foam HybridMedium-Firm (6)$1,399Review
Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid9.26HybridSoft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)$1,856Review
Plushbeds Botanical Bliss9.15Latex FoamSoft (4), Medium-Firm (6))$2,649Review
Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid
9.24Memory Foam HybridExtra Soft (3.5)$2,149Review
Helix Moonlight Elite
9.15HybridSoft (4)$2,812Review
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Our Testing & Selection Process

420+

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.

Performance Testing Factors
Performance Testing Factors

For our Best Soft 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.

You can see our complete testing and scoring process here.

In choosing the best soft 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 an extra soft or soft firmness (between 3.5-4.5 on the firmness scale).

When selecting the best soft 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 between 3.5-4.5 out of 10, where 10 is the most firm.
  • Had to have a performance score of 9.15 or higher.
  • Had to be available for purchase within the USA.
  • Cannot be an adjustable mattress (we have a separate list for adjustables, see our best adjustable mattresses)

Our Testing Team

Derek Hales

Derek

Lead Tester

Kayla Hein

Kayla

Writer

Kyle Wandelt

Kyle

Tester

Nathan Lang

Nathan

Tester

Samantha Hales 2024 D

Samantha

Data Analyst

Winkbed Mattress

Winkbed Mattress Layers
9.49 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
10 Cooling
8.5 Motion Transfer
9.6 Response Time
10 Edge Support
8.3 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
9.7 Off-Gassing
9.4 Company

Best For

  • Outstanding pressure relief with 5.0″ of comfort material
  • Exceptional cooling performance
  • Lifetime warranty

Considerations

  • Trial period less than the average at 120 nights
  • 13.5″ thickness may be too thick for some low-profile aesthetics
  • $49 exchanges, but returns are free

Our Verdict

The WinkBed is a 13.50″ hybrid made up of gel foam, poly foam, a pocketed coil unit, and a thick euro-top cover for a luxury feel. This is the mattress to beat for truly outstanding performance.

The Winkbed is available in three different firmness levels—softer (4), luxury firm (6), and firmer (8), where 10 is the most firm. This recommendation focuses on the Softer version.

The Winkbed offers a deep level of sinkage coming from its plush euro-top cover. We measured a sinkage depth that is 8% deeper than average yet the feel is still quite balanced in terms of the contour and hug around your body. Its bounce levels are also 12% higher than average, aiding general ease of movement.

The Winkbed is the #1 best mattress by score that we’ve tested to date. In addition, it’s a fantastic value mattress.

Even as the highest-scoring mattress, its price is still just 2% more than the average mattress we’ve tested. At $1,799, this is only a bit more than the average, while other luxury models can easily go for $3,000 to $4,000. So, if $1,799 is within your budget, this is the soft mattress to try.

Click here to read the full Winkbed review.

Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium Firm (6), Firm (8)

Winkbed Performance

10

Cooling Test

Sinkage Test

Winkbed Sinkage Test
8.5

Motion Transfer Test

9.6

Response Test

Bounce Test

10

Edge Support Test

Winkbed Edge Support Test
FactorWinkbed
Overall Score9.49
Price (Queen)$1,799
Cooling – Score10
Sinkage – Depth2.70″
Sinkage – FeelVery Deep
Motion Transfer – Score8.5
Motion Transfer – Acceleration8.39 m/s²
Response Time – Score9.6
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.2 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered0.7 sec.
Bounce – Height7.92″
Bounce – FeelLow
Edge Support – Score10
Edge Support – Sitting3.00″
Edge Support – LyingOutstanding
Sex – Score8.3
Pressure Relief – Score10
Comfort Layer Thickness4.50″
Mattress Thickness13.50″
Off-Gassing – Score9.7
Off-Gassing – SmellModerate
Off-Gassing – Days1 day
Company – Score9.4
Trial120 nights
WarrantyLifetime

Saatva Classic

Saatva Material Layers
9.48 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
10 Cooling
7.4 Motion Transfer
9.9 Response Time
10 Edge Support
10 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
10 Off-Gassing
8.8 Company

Best For

  • More traditional coil mattress feel with a plush quilted cover
  • Great for couples—higher bounce for sex and excellent edge support
  • White glove delivery—ships uncompressed, includes in-home setup and removal of old mattress

Consideration

  • Costs 22% more than the average mattress
  • Higher levels of motion transfer than the average mattress
  • $99 return fee if you end up not wanting to keep the mattress

Our Verdict

The Saatva Classic is a traditional coil-on-coil mattress. In addition, you have the option of choosing between an 11.5″ or 14.5″ model. The price is the same for both, and the comfort layer is the same on both.

The Saatva is available in three firmness levels—Plush Soft (4), Luxury Firm (6), or Firm (8), where 10 is the most firm. This recommendation focuses on the Plush Soft version, which has a soft feel.

The feel of the Classic is distinguished by its use of foam-encased coils rather than dense poly or memory foam. It also uses a thick euro-top cover, which provides deep sinkage (2.40″) and adds to that soft luxury feel. Furthermore, bounce is extremely high due to the dual coil layers.

From a performance perspective, the Saatva Classic is nearly up there with the Winkbed, at 9.48. This puts it within the top 1% of all mattresses tested to date and is decidedly the best coil mattress we’ve reviewed.

A queen-size Saatva Classic costs $1,853, which is 22% more than the average mattress price. No matter how you slice it, the Saatva Classic is an incredible soft mattress option for those who enjoy a traditional coil mattress experience.

Click here to read the full Saatva Classic review.  

Type: Coil
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)

Saatva Performance

10

Cooling Test

Sinkage Test

7.4

Motion Transfer Test

9.9

Response Test

Bounce Test

10

Edge Support Test

Saatva edge support
FactorSaatva Classic
Overall Score9.48
Price (Queen)$1,853
Cooling – Score10
Sinkage – Depth2.03″
Sinkage – FeelModerate
Motion Transfer – Score7.4
Motion Transfer – Acceleration10.68 m/s²
Response Time – Score9.9
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.2 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered0.4 sec.
Bounce – Height12.53″
Bounce – FeelVery High
Edge Support – Score10
Edge Support – Sitting2.25″
Edge Support – LyingOutstanding
Sex – Score10
Pressure Relief – Score10
Comfort Layer Thickness7.00″
Mattress Thickness11.50″
Off-Gassing – Score10
Off-Gassing – SmellNone
Off-Gassing – Days0 days
Company – Score8.8
Trial365 nights
WarrantyLifetime

Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX

Brooklyn Bedding Thermobalance Lx Material Layers
9.32 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
10 Cooling
7.8 Motion Transfer
9.7 Response Time
9.9 Edge Support
9.2 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
8.9 Off-Gassing
8.2 Company

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. For side sleepers, I would recommend the Soft or Medium version. I tested the Medium and found it to have a medium-firm feel (6 out of 10 on the firmness scale).

The Medium version of this mattress has deep sinkage and high levels of bounce. In the Soft version, I would fully expect it to have even deeper sinkage and possibly less bounce, as sleepers engage more deeply with the plush materials. I would recommend this for lighter-weighted sleepers or side sleepers who prefer a plush 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

10

Cooling Test

Sinkage Test

Brooklyn Bedding Thermobalance Lx Sinkage Test
7.8

Motion Transfer Test

9.7

Response Test

Bounce Test

9.9

Edge Support Test

Brooklyn Bedding Thermobalance Lx Edge Support Test
FactorBrooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance LX
Overall Score9.32
Price (Queen)$1,899
Cooling – Score10
Sinkage – Depth2.44″
Sinkage – FeelDeep
Motion Transfer – Score7.8
Motion Transfer – Acceleration9.78 m/s²
Response Time – Score9.7
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.2 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered0.6 sec.
Bounce – Height10.04″
Bounce – FeelHigh
Edge Support – Score9.9
Edge Support – Sitting3.25″
Edge Support – LyingOutstanding
Sex – Score9.2
Pressure Relief – Score10
Comfort Layer Thickness5.25″
Mattress Thickness14.00″
Off-Gassing – Score8.9
Off-Gassing – SmellStrong
Off-Gassing – Days4 days
Company – Score8.2
Trial120 nights
WarrantyLifetime

Glacier Apex

Glacier Apex Material Layers
9.27 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
9.0 Cooling
9.7 Motion Transfer
8.4 Response Time
9.9 Edge Support
7.4 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
8.9 Off-Gassing
10 Company

Best For

  • Excelptionally 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 two firmness levels — soft and medium-firm.

The medium-firm version of this mattress has moderate sinkage and low levels of bounce. In the soft version, I would expect this mattress to have deeper sinkage and likely less bounce as well.

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: Medium-Firm (6)

Glacier Apex Performance

9.0

Cooling Test

Sinkage Test

Glacier Apex Sinkage Test
9.7

Motion Transfer Test

8.4

Response Test

Bounce Test

9.9

Edge Support Test

Glacier Apex Sitting Edge Support Test
FactorGlacier Apex
Overall Score9.27
Price (Queen)$1,399
Cooling – Score9.0
Sinkage – Depth2.14″
Sinkage – FeelModerate
Motion Transfer – Score9.7
Motion Transfer – Acceleration5.77 m/s²
Response Time – Score8.4
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.4 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered1.2 sec.
Bounce – Height6.02″
Bounce – FeelLow
Edge Support – Score9.9
Edge Support – Sitting3.25″
Edge Support – LyingOutstanding
Sex – Score7.4
Pressure Relief – Score10
Comfort Layer Thickness6.25″
Mattress Thickness14.25″
Off-Gassing – Score8.9
Off-Gassing – SmellStrong
Off-Gassing – Days4 days
Company – Score10
Trial365 nights
WarrantyLifetime

Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid

Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid Material Layers
9.26 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
10 Cooling
7.8 Motion Transfer
8.4 Response Time
10 Edge Support
8.8 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
8.6 Off-Gassing
9.4 Company

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. In the soft version, I would expect this mattress to have deeper sinkage and a very plush feel. For sleepers who want to sleep “in the mattress”, the Bear Elite is a solid option.

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.

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

10

Cooling Test

Sinkage Test

Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid Sinkage Test
7.8

Motion Transfer Test

8.4

Response Test

Bounce Test

10

Edge Support Test

Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid Edge Support Test
FactorBear Elite Ultra Hybrid
Overall Score9.26
Price (Queen)$1,856
Cooling – Score10
Sinkage – Depth2.54″
Sinkage – FeelDeep
Motion Transfer – Score7.8
Motion Transfer – Acceleration9.89 m/s²
Response Time – Score8.4
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.4 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered1.2 sec.
Bounce – Height8.94″
Bounce – FeelModerate
Edge Support – Score10
Edge Support – Sitting3.00″
Edge Support – LyingOutstanding
Sex – Score8.8
Pressure Relief – Score10
Comfort Layer Thickness5.00″
Mattress Thickness14.00″
Off-Gassing – Score8.6
Off-Gassing – SmellStrong
Off-Gassing – Days5 days
Company – Score9.4
Trial120 nights
WarrantyLifetime

Plushbeds Botanical Bliss

Plushbeds Botanical Bliss Material Layers
9.15 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
9.0 Cooling
9.8 Motion Transfer
10 Response Time
7.4 Edge Support
7.8 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
7.2 Off-Gassing
10 Company

Best For

  • Exceptional pressure relief and three available firmness levels
  • Very deep sinkage paired with an extremely fast response time
  • Great cooling performance

Considerations

  • Weaker edge support than average
  • Lower bounce is not great for exciting intimacy
  • Off-gassing is a bit slower than average

Our Verdict

The Plushbeds Botanical Bliss mattress is an 11.00″ latex foam mattress made of latex foam and a quilted cover. It is also available in a 9″ version and 10″ version. If organic certification is important to you, the Botanical Bliss is GOTS, GOLS, and GreenGuard Gold certified.

The Plushbeds Botanical Bliss is available in two firmness levels — Medium and Medium-Firm. In our tests, the Medium-Firm version had a medium-firm feel and I would expect the Medium version to be a softer feel (4 out of 10 firmness).

This mattress has very deep sinkage and low levels of bounce. Despite the deeper sinkage, the Plushbeds has a balanced contour, making the Botanical Bliss an attractive option.

In our performance tests, this mattress earned an overall score of 9.15, ranking it in the top 11% of all mattresses tested to date.

The Plushbeds Botanical Bliss is $2,649 for a queen-sized mattress, which is 63% more expensive than the average latex mattress.

Click here to read our full Plushbeds Botanical Bliss review.

Type: Latex Foam
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6)

Plushbeds Botanical Bliss Performance

9.0

Cooling Test

Sinkage Test

Plushbeds Botanical Bliss sinkage test
9.8

Motion Transfer Test

10

Response Test

Bounce Test

7.4

Edge Support Test

Plushbeds Botanical Bliss Edge Support Test
FactorPlushbeds Botanical Bliss
Overall Score9.15
Price (Queen)$2,649
Cooling – Score9.0
Sinkage – Depth2.68″
Sinkage – FeelVery Deep
Motion Transfer – Score9.8
Motion Transfer – Acceleration5.51 m/s²
Response Time – Score10
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.2 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered0.3 sec.
Bounce – Height7.69″
Bounce – FeelLow
Edge Support – Score7.4
Edge Support – Sitting4.75″
Edge Support – LyingFair
Sex – Score7.8
Pressure Relief – Score10
Comfort Layer Thickness5.25″
Mattress Thickness11.00″
Off-Gassing – Score7.2
Off-Gassing – SmellStrong
Off-Gassing – Days10 days
Company – Score10
Trial365 nights
WarrantyLifetime

Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid

Amerisleep As5 Hybrid Material Layers
9.24 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
10 Cooling
7.9 Motion Transfer
10 Response Time
8.7 Edge Support
8.8 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
8.1 Off-Gassing
9.0 Company

Best For

  • Extra-soft feel (3.5 out of 10)
  • Exclusive side sleepers
  • Outstanding cooling performance with Amerisleep’s distinct “refresh cover”

Considerations

  • Motion transfer is high (9.65 m/s²)
  • Strong smell for 7 days
  • Trial period is only 100 nights

Our Verdict

The Amerisleep AS5 is a 14″ luxury hybrid. And by “luxury” we are referring to its above-average-thickness, material quality, pressure relief performance, and, of course, price. This is the first pick on our list to use (3″) memory foam in its comfort layer, which gives it an intense memory foam feel.

This is also our first pick with a singular firmness option. The AS5 Hybrid is extra soft with a 3.5 rating out of 10.

The AS5 has moderate sinkage (2.21″) despite its softer feel. However, heavier body parts like hips and shoulders will easily sink lower to a comfortable level. Bounce levels were moderately high (9.71″). Combined with the ultra-fast material response, the mattress is surprisingly extremely easy to move around on.

In our performance tests, the Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid scored a 9.24, which ranks it among the top 8% of all mattresses tested to date. For just our hybrid category, it is among the top 9%. That said, the price is another matter.

A queen-size AS5 Hybrid costs $2,149. This is considerably more expensive than the average mattress price (46% higher price). That being said, the AS5 Hybrid is among the best extra soft mattresses I’ve tested to date and a fantastic pick for sleepers looking for that soft feel.

Click here to read the full Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid review.

Type: Memory Foam Hybrid
Firmness: Extra Soft (3.5)

Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid Performance

10

Cooling Test

Sinkage Test

Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid sinkage test
7.9

Motion Transfer Test

10

Response Test

Bounce Test

8.7

Edge Support Test

Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid edge support
FactorAmerisleep AS5 Hybrid
Overall Score9.24
Price (Queen)$2,149
Cooling – Score10
Sinkage – Depth2.21″
Sinkage – FeelModerate
Motion Transfer – Score7.9
Motion Transfer – Acceleration9.65 m/s²
Response Time – Score10
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.2 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered0.3 sec.
Bounce – Height9.71″
Bounce – FeelModerate
Edge Support – Score8.7
Edge Support – Sitting4.25″
Edge Support – LyingExcellent
Sex – Score8.8
Pressure Relief – Score10
Comfort Layer Thickness5.0″
Mattress Thickness14″
Off-Gassing – Score8.1
Off-Gassing – SmellStrong
Off-Gassing – Days7 days
Company – Score9.0
Trial100 nights
Warranty20 years

Helix Moonlight Elite

Helix Moonlight Elite Material Layers
9.15 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
10 Cooling
8.8 Motion Transfer
8.2 Response Time
8.7 Edge Support
7.9 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
8.1 Off-Gassing
9.4 Company

Best For

  • Cooling cover facilitates fantastic cooling performance
  • Outstanding pressure relief thanks to high-quality and extra thick comfort layer
  • 15.5″ profile height helps create robust support

Considerations

  • Cost is nearly twice the average
  • Sex performance is hurt by low bounce
  • Slower than average response time

Our Verdict

The Helix Moonlight Elite is a 15.5″ hybrid mattress made of poly foam, microcoils, memory foam, and a pocketed coil base. It is equipped with a 2.25″ quilted cover that uses memory foam and has advanced cooling properties.

The Helix Moonlight Elite is available in a single firmness level — soft.

This mattress has extremely deep sinkage and low levels of bounce. This feel helps to create deep contour and hug, giving that all-encompassing feel. If you enjoy sinking deeply into your mattress, this is a great option.

In our performance tests, this mattress earned an overall score of 9.15, ranking the mattress in the top 12% of all mattresses tested to date. Considering just other hybrids, it places in the top 14%.

The Helix Moonlight Elite is $2,812 for a queen sized mattress, which is nearly double the average mattress price ($1,471). This mattress is clearly targeting the luxury market. And while it isn’t perfect, it offers luxury features with an incredibly soft feel.

Click here to read our full Helix Moonlight Elite review.

Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4)

Helix Moonlight Elite Performance

10

Cooling Test

Sinkage Test

Helix Moonlight Elite Sinkage Test
8.8

Motion Transfer Test

8.2

Response Test

Bounce Test

8.7

Edge Support Test

Helix Moonlight Elite Edge Support Test
FactorHelix Moonlight Elite
Overall Score9.15
Price (Queen)$2,812
Cooling – Score10
Sinkage – Depth3.04″
Sinkage – FeelExtremely Deep
Motion Transfer – Score8.8
Motion Transfer – Acceleration7.64 m/s²
Response Time – Score8.2
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.4 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered1.4 sec.
Bounce – Height7.56″
Bounce – FeelLow
Edge Support – Score8.7
Edge Support – Sitting4.25″
Edge Support – LyingExcellent
Sex – Score7.9
Pressure Relief – Score10
Comfort Layer Thickness6.0″
Mattress Thickness15.5″
Off-Gassing – Score8.1
Off-Gassing – SmellStrong
Off-Gassing – Days7 days
Company – Score9.4
Trial120 nights
WarrantyLifetime

Best Mattress By Category

Have a specific mattress type, sleeping position, feature, or firmness in mind? At NapLab we’ve ranked the mattresses we’ve tested in 25 different specialized best lists. These lists can help you identify the mattresses best suited to specific performance criteria.

You can also see our best mattress guide for our overall best-ranked mattresses.

Best by Type

Best in a Box

Best Hybrid

Best Memory Foam

Best Foam

Best Latex

Best Organic

Best Costco

Best Amazon

About Derek Hales

Derek Hales

Derek Hales is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of NapLab. His insights and work has been featured on ABC's Tamron Hall Show, Freakonomics, CBS News, ESPN, Reader's Digest, Homes & Gardens, New York Post, CNET, & More. Derek has personally tested 530+ mattresses and began testing mattresses in 2014.

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