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DreamCloud vs. Saatva: 13 Mattresses Objectively Compared

Derek Hales

Updated

DreamCloud

Dreamcloud Ultra Sitting
8.71 Average Score

Saatva

Saatva Contour5 Sitting
9.24 Average Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.3
FactorDreamCloudSaatva
Best OverallDreamCloud Premier HybridSaatva Classic
Performance – High9.089.68
Performance – Low8.068.82
Price – High$2,199$4,299
Price – Low$699$1,699
Firmness – SoftestMedium (5)Soft (4)
Firmness – FirmestMedium-Firm (6)Firm (8)
Trial Period365 nights365 nights
WarrantyLifetimeLifetime
Shipping$0$0
Returns$0$99
Country of OriginUSAUSA
Mattress Types AvailableMemory Foam
Hybrid
Memory Foam Hybrid
Coil
Memory Foam
Plus-Sized
Latex Hybrid
Memory Foam Hybrid
Hybrid
Adjustable

Our Verdict

Both DreamCloud and Saatva are high-quality brands, but they do have some major differences. DreamCloud primarily focuses on hybrids, memory foam hybrids, and memory foam mattresses. Meanwhile, Saatva has a wider range, including coil, hybrid, latex hybrid, memory foam hybrid, memory foam, plus-sized, and even an adjustable mattress.

DreamCloud has a firmness range between Medium (5) and Medium-Firm (6) and Saatva’s firmness range is quite a bit wider, Soft (4) to Firm (8).

DreamCloud’s brand average price is $1,386 for a queen mattress and Saatva’s average is significantly higher—$2,698 for a queen. That’s a difference of over $1,300.

Of course, you get what you pay for in many ways. Saatva’s average performance score is 9.24, while the DreamCloud average overall score is 8.71. While both brands are well-above average, Saatva is clearly a step above, in terms of overall performance and build quality. DreamCloud would be the better option if you are looking for a value-packed mattress with a lower price tag.

In This Comparison
Which Mattress Should You Buy? | Compare the Mattresses | Performance Tests

Which Mattress Should You Buy?

The mattresses earning the title for “best overall” from each brand have the highest overall performance. Overall performance is determined by scores from 8 different categories including cooling, motion transfer, response time, edge support, sex performance, pressure relief, off-gassing, and company.

Sinkage and bounce are also taken into consideration, but they are not direct scoring factors.

Between DreamCloud and Saatva, the two top recommendations are DreamCloud Premier Hybrid and Saatva Classic.

Best DreamCloud

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid

Dreamcloud Premier Hybrid Material Layers
9.08 Overall Score
9.0 Cooling
9.7 Motion Transfer
9.3 Response Time
9.1 Edge Support
7.8 Sex
9.0 Pressure Relief
8.1 Off-Gassing
10 Company

Type: Hybrid
Firmness:
 Medium-Firm (6)

The DreamCloud Premier Hybrid is a 13.5″ hybrid mattress with a quilted cover, memory foam, poly foam, pocketed coils, and a support foam base. It has a medium-firm feel with moderate sinkage and low bounce. Its above-average performance and below-average price make it an incredible value. This mattress has great company policies, low motion transfer, and a fast response time, making it a great option for sleepers of all sleeping positions and most body weights.

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Best Saatva

Saatva Classic

Saatva Material Layers
9.68 Overall Score
10 Cooling
9.6 Motion Transfer
8.7 Response Time
10 Edge Support
9.9 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
10 Off-Gassing
8.8 Company

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

The Saatva Classic is an 11.5″ coil mattress with euto-style pillow top, coils encased by foam, and a support coil base. It has a soft feel with deep sinkage and extremely high bounce. This mattress falls in the top 1% of all mattresses we’ve tested to date. While it is more expensive than average, the perfect performance in cooling, edge support, pressure relief, and off-gassing makes it an attractive option for sleepers of most body weights and sleeping positions.

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Both the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid and Saatva Classic are great choices for a wide range of sleepers. In addition, they both fall in the top 1% of all mattresses we’ve tested to date. That said, there is still a 0.60 difference between the two mattresses, with the Saatva Classic being the higher performing.

On the other hand, the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid is cheaper than the Saatva Classic and the average mattress. Furthermore, the DreamCloud is a hybrid, whereas the Saatva is a coil mattress. While they both use coils, they each offer a different feel.

In terms of feel, the Saatva Classic offers deep sinkage and very high bounce, with firmness options of 4 (soft), 6 (medium-firm), and 8 (firm), where 10 is the most firm. The DreamCloud only comes in a 6 out of 10 firmness, with moderate sinkage and low bounce.

Where the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid excels is a slightly lower level of motion transfer, a faster response time, and company policies that better favor the consumer. The Saatva Classic had better performance in every other category, including perfect results in cooling, edge support, pressure relief, and off-gassing.

Best Mattress by Category

Before we get into the gritty details, let’s honor some specific mattresses first. The mattresses featured below performed exceptionally well when considering each individual category listed.

Best ForDreamCloudSaatva
OverallDreamCloud Premier HybridSaatva Classic
Side SleepersDreamCloud LuxeSaatva Classic
Stomach or Back SleepersDreamCloud Premier HybridSaatva Latex Hybrid
Heavy PeopleDreamCloud Luxe HybridSaatva HD
CoolingDreamCloud Premier HybridSaatva Classic
AffordableDreamCloud HybridSaatva Memory Foam Hybrid
Back PainDreamCloud Premier HybridSaatva RX
SexDreamCloud HybridSaatva Classic
Soft MattressN/ASaatva Classic
Medium-Firm MattressDreamCloud Premier HybridSaatva Classic
Firm MattressN/ASaatva Classic

Compare the Mattresses

The table below shows the overall performance score of every mattress we’ve tested from each brand. In total, 13 mattresses were tested for this comparison.

13

Mattresses Tested
In Comparison

43

Data Points Tested
On Each Mattress

6

In-Depth Mattress Analyses


After comparing 6 DreamCloud mattresses, the brand average score is 8.71. After comparing 7 Saatva mattresses, the brand average is 9.24.

Between the two, Saatva has a higher performance, but DreamCloud has a lower average price. The average price for a DreamCloud mattress is $1,387 and the average price for a Saatva mattress is $2,698 (for a queen).

From this data, we can see that DreamCloud has a lower price, but also comes with lower performance on average.

All DreamCloud Mattresses Tested

DreamCloud MattressesScoreMattress TypeRead ReviewCheck Price
Dreamcloud Classic8.06Memory FoamRead ReviewCheck Price
Dreamcloud Hybrid8.66HybridRead ReviewCheck Price
Dreamcloud Luxe8.87Memory FoamRead ReviewCheck Price
Dreamcloud Luxe Hybrid8.86Memory Foam HybridRead ReviewCheck Price
Dreamcloud Premier8.83Memory FoamRead ReviewCheck Price
Dreamcloud Premier Hybrid9.08HybridRead ReviewCheck Price
Dreamcloud Ultra8.77Memory FoamRead ReviewCheck Price
Dreamcloud Ultra Hybrid8.55Memory Foam HybridRead ReviewCheck Price

All Saatva Mattresses Tested

Saatva MattressesScoreMattress TypeRead ReviewCheck Price
Saatva Classic9.68CoilRead ReviewCheck Price
Saatva Contour58.82Memory FoamRead ReviewCheck Price
Saatva HD9.22Plus-SizedRead ReviewCheck Price
Saatva Latex Hybrid9.42Latex HybridRead ReviewCheck Price
Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid9.18Memory Foam HybridRead ReviewCheck Price
Saatva RX9.10HybridRead ReviewCheck Price
Saatva Solaire9.26AdjustableRead ReviewCheck Price

Moving on, let’s talk about specific performance categories. Depending on what factors are most important to you, individual mattresses may rise above others. The table below looks at 10 testing categories and highlights the top-performing mattresses in those particular tests.

FactorWinnerScore
Best OverallSaatva Classic9.68
Best CoolingSaatva Classic, Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid, Saatva Solaire10
Most SinkageSaatva Solaire2.93″
Least SinkageSaatva HD1.77″
Lowest Motion TransferSaatva Latex Hybrid10
Fastest Response TimeSaatva Latex Hybrid10
Most BounceSaatva Classic14.67″
Least BounceSaatva Contour54.32″
Best Edge SupportSaatva Classic, Saatva Contour5, Saatva HD, Saatva Latex Hybrid10
Best for SexSaatva HD10
Best Pressure ReliefDreamcloud Luxe, Dreamcloud Ultra, Dreamcloud Ultra Hybrid, Saatva Classic, Saatva Contour5, Saatva HD, Saatva RX, Saatva Solaire10
Least Off-GassingSaatva Classic, Saatva HD, Saatva Latex Hybrid, Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid, Saatva RX10
Best CompanyDreamCloud10

Firmness

Looking at all available mattresses we’ve tested, DreamCloud ranges in firmness from 5 to 6 out of 10 and Saatva mattresses range from 4 to 8 out of 10.

If you are looking for a medium-firm feel, both Saatva and DreamCloud have options. For DreamCloud, that or medium are the only options. For a soft or firm feel, you’ll need to look elsewhere, like Saatva.

Saatva has mattresses that come in multiple firmnesses, allowing the sleeper to pick the right feel for their needs.

Check the table below to see the details of each mattress.

FirmnessRatingFeel
Dreamcloud Classic6Medium-Firm
Dreamcloud Hybrid6Medium-Firm
Dreamcloud Luxe6Medium-Firm
Dreamcloud Luxe Hybrid6Medium-Firm
Dreamcloud Premier6Medium-Firm
Dreamcloud Premier Hybrid6Medium-Firm
Dreamcloud Ultra5Medium
Dreamcloud Ultra Hybrid5Medium
Saatva Classic4, 6, 8Soft, Medium-Firm, Firm
Saatva Contour56, 8Medium-Firm, Firm
Saatva HD7Slightly Firm
Saatva Latex Hybrid6.5Medium-Firm
Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid6Medium-Firm
Saatva RX6Medium-Firm
Saatva Solaire4, 4.5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8Soft, Medium, Medium-Firm, Slightly Firm, Firm

Not sure which firmness you need? Your ideal mattress firmness depends on two major factors—sleeping position and body weight. With the right firmness, your body and spine will maintain proper alignment when sleeping.

What Firmness Is Right For You2

Lightweight sleepers or those who sleep on their side tend to need a softer mattress. By comparison, heavier sleepers or those who sleep on their back or stomach tend to need more support and a firmer feel.

Performance Tests

Below, we have a deep-dive comparison on 6 popular mattresses — 3 from DreamCloud and 3 from Saatva.

DreamCloud Mattresses

  • DreamCloud Hybrid
  • DreamCloud Premier Hybrid
  • DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid

Saatva Mattresses

  • Saatva Classic
  • Saatva Latex Hybrid
  • Saatva RX

The table below shows overall scores as well as scores from the individual testing categories.

FactorDreamCloud HybridDreamCloud Luxe HybridDreamCloud Premier HybridSaatva ClassicSaatva Latex HybridSaatva RX
Overall Score8.668.869.089.689.429.10
Cooling8.09.09.0109.09.0
Motion Transfer9.29.89.79.6107.4
Response9.38.99.38.7109.8
Edge Support8.98.29.110109.2
Sex8.56.77.89.99.49.1
Pressure Relief8.09.09.0109.010
Off-Gassing8.18.18.1101010
Company1010108.88.88.8

This second table shows the data from each test we analyze. We use this data to compare each mattress to others within the brand as well as to compare with over 370+ mattresses we’ve tested to date.

FactorDreamCloud HybridDreamCloud Luxe HybridDreamCloud Premier HybridSaatva ClassicSaatva Latex HybridSaatva RX
Price (Queen)$699$1,499$1,099$1,795$2,199$3,099
CoolingGoodExcellentExcellentOutstandingExcellentExcellent
Sinkage – Depth2.48″2.10″2.24″2.40″1.85″2.05″
Sinkage – FeelDeepModerateModerateDeepMinimalModerate
Motion Transfer – Acceleration6.79 m/s²5.38 m/s²5.71 m/s²5.86 m/s²3.13 m/s²10.76 m/s²
Response Time – Mostly Recovered0.3 sec.0.4 sec.0.3 sec.0.4 sec.0.2 sec.0.2 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered0.6 sec.0.6 sec.0.6 sec.0.8 sec.0.3 sec.0.5 sec.
Bounce – Height9.05″4.90″7.26″14.67″10.82″10.28″
Bounce – FeelModerateVery LowLowExtremely HighHighHigh
Edge Support – Sitting3.25″4.25″3.75″3.00″3.00″3.50″
Edge Support – LyingGoodGoodExcellentOutstandingOutstandingExcellent
Comfort Layer Thickness3.50″5.0″4.5″4.5″4.0″6.0″
Mattress Thickness12.50″14.00″13.50″11.50″12.00″15.00″
Off-Gassing – SmellStrongStrongStrongNoneNoneNone
Off-Gassing – Days7 days7 days7 days0 days0 days0 days
Trial365 nights365 nights365 nights365 nights365 nights365 nights
WarrantyLifetimeLifetimeLifetimeLifetimeLifetimeLifetime

Cooling Test

Saatva mattresses have better cooling performance with a 9.3 cooling average. However, DreamCloud isn’t too far behind, with a cooling average of 8.7.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding cooling.

Cooling TestScoreBaselineMax. Temp.Ending Temp.
DreamCloud Hybrid8.075.9°92.0°80.6°
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid9.075.4°90.5°81.0°
DreamCloud Premier Hybrid9.073.5°90.9°81.8°
Saatva Classic1077.5°88.6°79.7°
Saatva Latex Hybrid9.077.9°91.0°82.6°
Saatva RX9.082.9°93.7°85.5°
  • 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 (after 5 minutes) – the temperature of the mattress after being lied upon and having no one on it for 5 minutes

Below, you can watch a video of how the heat dissipates on each mattress during our cooling test. For this test, we lie on the mattress for 15 minutes, get off the mattress, and then take periodic surface-level temperature measurements.

DreamCloud Hybrid

Saatva Classic

DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid

Saatva Latex Hybrid

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid

Saatva RX


The average cooling score across all mattresses tested to date is 8.66.

The only mattresses with 10/10 cooling is the Saatva Classic. This is a mattress with a coil-on-coil design, which creates plenty of empty space, allowing more air to flow through the mattress.

Saatva Latex Hybrid Back Sleeping
Saatva Latex Hybrid Back Sleeping

Many mattresses had scores of 9, including the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid, DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid, Saatva Latex Hybrid, and Saatva RX. These are all hybrid mattresses that include pocketed coils. Again, this use of coils creates more space and allows more airflow.

At the bottom of this list is the DreamCloud Hybrid, which scored an 8 for cooling performance. While this isn’t bad, it doesn’t quite reach the level of the other DreamCloud or Saatva mattresses.

Sinkage Test

Both DreamCloud and Saatva have similar sinkage levels when looking at the brand average. DreamCloud comes in with 2.3″ of sinkage on average, whereas Saatva, as a brand, is slightly more shallow at 2.1″.

For those who like a moderate sinkage depth, both brands have options. This is also true for those who appreciate more sinkage. On the other hand, if you prefer less sinkage, only Saatva has an option that best fits your needs.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding sinkage.

Sinkage TestSinkage FeelSinkage Depth
DreamCloud HybridDeep2.48″
DreamCloud Luxe HybridModerate2.10″
DreamCloud Premier HybridModerate2.24″
Saatva ClassicDeep2.40″
Saatva Latex HybridMinimal1.85″
Saatva RXModerate2.05″

The level of sinkage for each mattress is documented in the images below.

DreamCloud Hybrid

Dreamcloud Classic Hybrid Sinkage Test

Saatva Classic

Saatva Sinkage Test

DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid

Dreamcloud Luxe Hybrid Sinkage Test

Saatva Latex Hybrid

Saatva Latex Hybrid Sinkage Test

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid

Dreamcloud Premier Hybrid Sinkage Test

Saatva RX

Saatva RX Sinkage Test

The average sinkage depth across all mattresses tested to date is 2.23″.

Back and stomach sleepers usually prefer less sinkage, which better maintains proper alignment of their spine. The DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid (2.1″), Saatva Latex Hybrid (1.85″), and Saatva RX (2.05″) all have less sinkage than average and are also a good value (balance of price and performance).

Generally, side sleepers enjoy a deeper level of sinkage, as that typically translates to better pressure relief and contour. For deeper sinkage, opt for the DreamCloud Hybrid (2.48″), Saatva Classic (2.4″), and DreamCloud Premier Hybrid (2.24″).

Motion Transfer Test

When it comes to motion transfer, DreamCloud has lower motion on average. While no mattress had a perfect score, their average comes in at 9.6. On the other hand, Saatva had a mattress with perfect performance, but the lower-performing Saatva RX brought the average down to a 9.0.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding motion transfer.

Motion Transfer TestScoreAcc. Range
DreamCloud Hybrid9.26.79 m/s²
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid9.85.38 m/s²
DreamCloud Premier Hybrid9.75.71 m/s²
Saatva Classic9.65.86 m/s²
Saatva Latex Hybrid103.13 m/s²
Saatva RX7.410.76 m/s²

The level of motion transfer on each mattress is also documented in the videos below.

DreamCloud Hybrid

Saatva Classic

DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid

Saatva Latex Hybrid

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid

Saatva RX

The average motion transfer score across all mattresses tested to date is 8.2. Both brands had better average performance than the average across all mattresses tested to date.

The only mattress to have a perfect performance with motion transfer was the Saatva Latex Hybrid. Despite being a latex and a hybrid, the mattress did an excellent job and managing and dispersing motion.

Most other mattresses had scores above 9.0, also showcasing low motion transfer, significantly lower than average.

Saatva RX Materials
Saatva RX Materials

As mentioned previously, the Saatva RX was the only mattress with a motion transfer score worse than average. This mattress uses micro coils in its comfort layer, which is the most likely factor in increasing motion across the mattress.

Response Test

Both DreamCloud and Saatva are fairly similar when it comes to response time. That said, Saatva has faster responding mattresses on average with a score of 9.5. Dreamcloud is only slightly behind with an average response score of 9.2.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding response.

Response TestScoreMostly RecoveredCompletely Recovered
DreamCloud Hybrid9.30.3 seconds0.6 seconds
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid8.90.4 seconds0.6 seconds
DreamCloud Premier Hybrid9.30.3 seconds0.6 seconds
Saatva Classic8.70.4 seconds0.8 seconds
Saatva Latex Hybrid100.2 seconds0.3 seconds
Saatva RX9.80.2 seconds0.5 seconds

The level of responsiveness for each mattress is documented in the videos below.

DreamCloud Hybrid

Saatva Classic

DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid

Saatva Latex Hybrid

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid

Saatva RX

The average response score across all mattresses tested to date is 8.8.

The best performance came from the Saatva Latex Hybrid, with practically instantaneous material recovery. Latex as a material quickly responds, and this is further aided by the coils below.

Dreamcloud Classic Hybrid Corner And Side
Dreamcloud Classic Hybrid Corner And Side

The Saatva RX, DreamCloud Hybrid, DreamCloud Premier Hybrid, and DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid all had faster response times than average. All of these mattresses take 0.6 seconds or less to fully recover.

Despite its coil-on-coil design, the Saatva Classic took the longest to respond, though not by much. The plush euro-top cover takes 0.8 seconds to fully respond, which puts it slightly behind the average mattress.

Bounce Test

Bounce is a preferential factor with some preferring more or less. That said, there are some differences between the level of bounce of Saatva and DreamCloud mattresses. DreamCloud’s bounce levels range from very low to moderate. By comparison, Saatva mattresses range from high to extremely high.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding bounce.

Bounce TestBounce FeelBounce Height
DreamCloud HybridModerate9.05″
DreamCloud Luxe HybridVery Low4.90″
DreamCloud Premier HybridLow7.26″
Saatva ClassicExtremely High14.67″
Saatva Latex HybridHigh10.82″
Saatva RXHigh10.28″

The level of bounce for each mattress is documented in the videos below.

DreamCloud Hybrid

Saatva Classic

DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid

Saatva Latex Hybrid

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid

Saatva RX

The average bounce across all mattresses tested to date is 8.79″.

Mattresses with more bounce than average include the DreamCloud Hybrid (9.05″), Saatva Classic (14.67″), Saatva Latex Hybrid (10.82″), and Saatva RX (10.28″).

Mattresses with less bounce than average include the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid (7.26″) and DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid (4.9″).

Mattresses with more bounce are better for ease of movement and increase sex performance. However, higher bounce also typically creates a higher level of motion transfer. So there are pros and cons when it comes to bounce.

Edge Support Test

Saatva is the clear winner when it comes to edge support. With an average score of 9.7, it is a full point above DreamCloud‘s 8.7. That said, a few of DreamCloud’s mattresses had better performance than the average mattress.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding edge support.

Edge Support TestScoreSitting SinkageLying Support
DreamCloud Hybrid8.93.25″Good
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid8.24.25″Good
DreamCloud Premier Hybrid9.13.75″Excellent
Saatva Classic103.00″Outstanding
Saatva Latex Hybrid103.00″Outstanding
Saatva RX9.23.50″Excellent

The level of edge support is documented in the images below.

DreamCloud Hybrid

Dreamcloud Classic Hybrid Edge Support Test

Saatva Classic

Saatva Edge Support

DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid

Dreamcloud Luxe Hybrid Edge Support Test

Saatva Latex Hybrid

Saatva Latex Hybrid Edge Support

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid

Dreamcloud Premier Hybrid Edge Support Test

Saatva RX

Saatva RX Edge Support

The average edge support score across all mattresses tested to date is 8.7.

It is clear to see why Saatva took the lead, as two of their mattresses had perfect scores, the Saatva Classic and Saatva Latex Hybrid. Additionally, the Saatva RX scored high as well.

Comparatively, DreamCloud had solid performances from the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid and DreamCloud Hybrid, both scoring better than average. They also had the worst-performing mattress with the DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid. While edge support is good for the Luxe Hybrid, it doesn’t rise to the level of excellent.

Sex Test

Sex performance is another category where Saatva has a notable lead over DreamCloud. Saatva’s brand average sits at a 9.5 out of 10. On the other end, DreamCloud has an average of 7.7. The sex score takes multiple factors into consideration, with the most notable factors being bounce and edge support.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding sex.

Sex TestSex ScoreBounceEdge SupportNoisePressure ReliefCooling
DreamCloud Hybrid8.58.19.7108.08.0
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid6.75.58.4109.09.0
DreamCloud Premier Hybrid7.87.09.1109.09.0
Saatva Classic9.910108.01010
Saatva Latex Hybrid9.49.310109.09.0
Saatva RX9.18.99.410109.0

The average sex score across all mattresses tested to date is 8.2.

When it comes to noise, pressure relief, and cooling, most mattresses had good to practically perfect performances. Where the real difference was made is bounce and edge support.

DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid Lounging
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid Lounging

DreamCloud mattresses had low levels of bounce across the board. The DreamCloud Hybrid had the most bounce for its own brand, with a total mattress height of 9.05″. It also has the DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid, which only has 4.90″ of total bounce height. When it comes to sex performance, more bounce is almost always better.

Saatva, on the other hand, had more than 10″ of total bounce height on every mattress featured. The Saatva Classic had the most bounce on this list, with a total bounce height of 14.67″. Additionally, it had perfect edge support, creating a lively and supportive surface across the board.

Pressure Relief Test

Good pressure relief is one of the most sought-after features for a mattress. This is especially true for side sleepers, as this sleeping position can create more pressure points. Again, Saatva is the winner for this category.

Saatva mattresses achieved a brand average of 9.7, 0.3 points away from a perfect score. DreamCloud‘s brand average isn’t terrible, but notably below at an 8.7.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding pressure relief.

Pressure Relief TestScoreComfort LayerSupport Layer
DreamCloud Hybrid8.03.50″9.00″
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid9.05.00″9.00″
DreamCloud Premier Hybrid9.04.50″9.00″
Saatva Classic104.50″7.00″
Saatva Latex Hybrid9.04.00″8.00″
Saatva RX106.00″9.00″

The average pressure relief score across all mattresses tested to date is 8.6

Check the images below for an inside look at the layers that make up each of these mattresses.

DreamCloud Hybrid

Dreamcloud Classic Hybrid Material Layers

Saatva Classic

Saatva Material Layers

DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid

Dreamcloud Luxe Hybrid Material Layers

Saatva Latex Hybrid

Saatva Latex Hybrid Material Layers

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid

Dreamcloud Premier Hybrid Material Layers 400x300

Saatva RX

Saatva Rx Material Layers

Often, better pressure relief is partly related to the amount of comfort material on the mattress. We can see this case with the Saatva RX, which had a perfect score for pressure relief and 6.00″ of comfort material.

That said, the amount of material isn’t the only factor. When we look at the Saatva Classic, which also received a perfect score, it only has 4.50″ of comfort material. Where it shines is the quality of its materials and foam-encased coils, which independently adjust to the sleeper’s body.

DreamCloud also had excellent performance from the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid and Luxe Hybrid. The DreamCloud Hybrid was the mattress that fell behind with a score of 8.0. The 3.50″ of comfort material and middling foam quality wasn’t able to keep up with the rest of the mattresses on this list.

Off-Gassing Test

Off-gassing is far quicker on Saatva mattresses compared to DreamCloud. This is largely due to how Saatva ships its mattresses, uncompressed. Shipping uncompressed mattresses allows for the off-gassing process to occur during shipping, leaving a minimal odor for the consumer. These factors gave Saatva a brand average of 10.

On the other hand, DreamCloud ships its mattresses compressed and in a box. The mattresses only start to off-gas after they have been unboxed and decompressed. These factors gave DreamCloud a brand average of 8.1.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding off-gassing.

Off-Gassing TestScoreInitial SmellSmell Duration
DreamCloud Hybrid8.1Strong7 days
DreamCloud Luxe Hybrid8.1Strong7 days
DreamCloud Premier Hybrid8.1Strong7 days
Saatva Classic10None0 days
Saatva Latex Hybrid10None0 days
Saatva RX10None0 days

The average smell duration across all mattresses tested to date is 6.7 days.

All of Saatva’s mattresses ship uncompressed, allowing for no off-gassing period. The Saatva Classic, Latex Hybrid, and RX all received perfect scores.

Dreamcloud Premier Hybrid Sitting
Dreamcloud Premier Hybrid Sitting

DreamCloud mattresses have an off-gassing period, but it is the same for every mattress. The DreamCloud Hybrid, Premier Hybrid, and Luxe Hybrid all took 7 days to fully off-gas. This off-gassing period is about average (though slightly longer).

Neither brand is overtly terrible. That said, if you are particularly sensitive to strong odors, Saatva may be the choice for you.

Company

When we compare the policies between brands, it is clear to see which is more favorable: DreamCloud. Both brands have similar policies across the board, including a year-long trial period, lifetime warranty, and free shipping.

Where the two brands differ is in return costs.

Check out the table below to see how each mattress compares regarding company policies.

CompanyDreamcloudSaatva
Score108.8
Trial Period365 nights365 nights
WarrantyLifetimeLifetime
Shipping$0$0
Returns$0$99
Country of OriginUSAUSA

Saatva requires a $99 return fee if you choose to send the mattress back. This is in contrast to the free returns for DreamCloud if you decide the mattress isn’t right for you. Free returns help the consumer feel more confident in their purchase, as they are able to get a full refund for a return.

However, having a 365-night trial period, a lifetime warranty, and free shipping from both companies is still a big bonus.

Saatva Latex Hybrid Logo
Saatva Latex Hybrid Logo

To date, we have tested 377+ mattresses from 102 different brands. The average trial length is 173 nights and the average warranty is 14 years, excluding 42% of mattresses that offer lifetime warranties.

DreamCloud vs. Saatva Testing Data

Mattress NameOverall ScoreCooling ScoreMotion Transfer ScoreResponse Time ScoreEdge Support ScoreSex ScorePressure Relief ScoreOff-Gassing ScoreCompany ScoreTypeThicknessFirmnessSinkageBounceTrial (days)Ships ToPrice (Queen)Read Review
Saatva Classic9.68109.68.7109.910108.8Coil11.50"Soft
Medium-Firm
Firm
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