Loom & Leaf vs. Saatva: A Side-by-Side Comparison

Our Testing & Selection Process

This guide highlights the most important factors in determining if the Loom & Leaf or Saatva is the right mattress for you.

In This Comparison
Compare the Models | Performance Tests | Firmness | Support

At NapLab, we put each mattress to the test. This first table shows the factor scoring of both the Loom & Leaf as well as the Saatva Classic.

Factor	Saatva Classic	Loom & Leaf
Overall Score	9.74	8.81
Cooling	10	9.0
Motion Transfer	9.6	10
Response	8.7	7.1
Edge Support	10	7.5
Sex	9.9	6.1
Pressure Relief	10	10
Off-Gassing	10	10
Company	9.4	9.4

This second table shows the testing data from each test.

Factor	Saatva Classic	Loom & Leaf
Price (Queen)	$1,756	$2,108
Cooling	Outstanding	Excellent
Sinkage – Depth	2.40″	3.09″
Sinkage – Feel	Deep	Extremely Deep
Motion Transfer – Acceleration	5.86 m/s²	5.02 m/s²
Response Time – Mostly Recovered	0.4 sec.	0.6 sec.
Response Time – Fully Recovered	0.8 sec.	1.6 sec.
Bounce – Height	14.67″	4.72″
Bounce – Feel	Extremely High	Very Low
Edge Support – Sitting	3.00″	6.25″
Edge Support – Lying	Outstanding	Excellent
Comfort Layer Thickness	4.5″	4.5″
Mattress Thickness	11.5″	12.0″
Off-Gassing – Smell	None	None
Off-Gassing – Days	0 days	0 days
Trial	365 nights	365 nights
Warranty	Lifetime	25 years

Best Mattress For

Between Loom & Leaf and the Saatva Classic, each mattress has its advantages and disadvantages. The table below outlines specific pros and cons for each mattress.

Factor	Winner	Score
Best Overall	Saatva Classic	9.74
Best Cooling	Saatva Classic	10
Most Sinkage	Loom & Leaf	3.09″
Least Sinkage	Saatva Classic	2.40″
Lowest Motion Transfer	Loom & Leaf	10
Fastest Response Time	Saatva Classic	8.7
Most Bounce	Saatva Classic	14.67″
Least Bounce	Loom & Leaf	4.72″
Best Edge Support	Saatva Classic	10
Best for Sex	Saatva Classic	9.9
Best Pressure Relief	Saatva Classic, Loom & Leaf	10
Least Off-Gassing	Saatva Classic, Loom & Leaf	10
Best Company	Saatva, Loom & Leaf	9.4

We test 10 different factors that impact the performance, comfort, and value of the mattress. Testing categories include:

1. Cooling
2. Sinkage
3. Motion Transfer
4. Response
5. Bounce
6. Edge Support
7. Sex
8. Pressure Relief
9. Off-Gassing
10. Company

Cooling is good on both the Loom & Leaf as well as on the Saatva Classic, but best on the Saatva.

Cooling Test	Score	Baseline	Max Temp	Ending Temp
Saatva Classic	10	81.4°	94.0°	90.1°
Loom & Leaf	9.0	79.1°	87.6°	80.8°

• 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

A lot of this has to do with the nature of the materials, as Saatva has the benefit of two coil layers while the Loom & Leaf uses memory for for the top comfort layers.

Memory foam tends to retain more heat than coils, but they also have distinctly different feels. For a memory foam mattress, the Loom & Leaf has great cooling.

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.

Looking at sinkage, both Saatva and Loom & Leaf have deeper than average sinkage. The average level of signage across all mattresses tested to date is 2.17″.

Sinkage Test	Sinkage Feel	Sinkage Depth
Saatva Classic	Deep	2.40″
Loom & Leaf	Extremely Deep	3.09″

Both mattresses have deeper sinkage than average, with Loom & Leaf having the most (3.09″—41% more sinkage than average).

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

Considering motion transfer, the Loom & Leaf mattress has lower levels of motion transfer than the Saatva Classic. But that being said, both mattresses have less motion transfer than average.

Motion Transfer Test	Score	Acc. Range
Saatva Classic	9.6	5.86 m/s²
Loom & Leaf	10	5.02 m/s²

The average level of motion transfer across all mattresses tested to date is 8.33 m/s².

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

As you can see above, the levels of motion transfer between Loom & Leaf and Saatva mattress are nearly identical, despite the differences in material.

• Memory foam is generally good at limiting motion transfer due to the way the material absorbs energy.
• Pocketed coils are also good at limiting motion transfer. Although each individual coil is springy, they work independently from one another so energy applied to one coil will not necessarily translate across the surface of the entire mattress.

These lower levels of motion transfer on these mattresses mean that two partners in the same bed may be less likely to feel movements from their partners.

Motion Transfer vs. Bounce: Isn’t it the same?

Considering Saatva’s higher levels of bounce, you may think motion transfer would also be high, but that’s kind of the special thing about pocketed coils.

They allow high bounce, but because the coils are pocketed independently (and not linked together like traditional innerspring), they don’t transfer that energy to all of the other coils.

The Saatva’s pocketed coil design along with the euro-style pillow topper work together to greatly reduce motion transfer.

The Saatva Classic mattress has a faster material response than Loom & Leaf, although the Loom & Leaf is still decently fast for a memory foam mattress.

Response Test	Score	Mostly Recovered	Completely Recovered
Saatva Classic	8.7	0.4 seconds	0.8 seconds
Loom & Leaf	7.1	0.6 seconds	1.6 seconds

The Saatva uses coils that promote faster response time since they naturally want to spring back. The foam on the Loom & Leaf is also designed to return to its original position, but it is quite a bit slower.

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

Bounce levels are on opposite ends of the spectrum with these two mattresses. The Loom & Leaf mattress has very low levels and the Saatva Classic has extremely high levels.

Bounce Test	Bounce Feel	Bounce Height
Saatva Classic	Extremely High	14.67″
Loom & Leaf	Very Low	4.72″

For comparison, the average level of bounce is 9.62″, comparing all mattresses tested to date.

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

The Saatva Classic has significantly better edge support than the Loom & Leaf mattress.

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

Edge Support Test	Score	Sitting Sinkage	Lying Support
Saatva Classic	10	3.00″	Outstanding
Loom & Leaf	7.5	6.25″	Excellent

The average score for edge support is 9.4, with a max sitting sinkage of 4.10″. Saatva has less sinkage than average, but Loom & Leaf had much deeper sinkage than average.

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

Saatva has a top-to-bottom layer of high-density support foam running along the perimeter of the mattress. This effectively encases the coil layers and dramatically improves edge support.

For this reason, we see good edge support when sitting or lying directly on the edge of the mattress. Saatva without question has better edge support than Loom & Leaf.

Based on our testing, the Saatva Classic would be the better mattress for sex. It has significantly more bounce and better edge support.

Noise, sinkage, and cooling were comparable between the two mattresses. All of these factors contribute to good sex on any mattress.

The table below shows how sex performance varies between Loom & Leaf and Saatva mattresses.

Sex Test	Sex Score	Bounce	Edge Support	Noise	Pressure Relief	Cooling
Saatva Classic	9.9	10	10	8.0	10	10
Loom & Leaf	6.1	5.4	5.9	10	10	9.0

Between Loom & Leaf and Saatva Classic, both mattresses have exceptional pressure relief.

Pressure Relief Test	Score	Comfort Layer	Support Layer
Saatva Classic	10	4.5″	7.0″
Loom & Leaf	10	4.5″	7.5″

For comparison, the average level of comfort material across all mattresses tested to date is 4.2″.

Both of these mattresses have a thicker profile, a plush Euro-top cover, and high-quality materials. The result is a mattress that contours, supports, and relieves pressure from all parts of your body, regardless of your preferred sleeping position.

Both of these mattresses have no off-gassing smell when they are delivered.

Off-Gassing Test	Score	Initial Smell	Smell Duration
Saatva Classic	10	None	0 days
Loom & Leaf	10	None	0 days

For reference, the off-gassing average among all other mattresses tested to date is 6 days.

Both the Loom & Leaf and Saatva Classic off-gas in 0 days. These mattresses are shipped uncompressed meaning that they are never vacuum-rolled.

When mattresses are vacuum-rolled, that is where gasses can become trapped until the mattress is decompressed. This is called off-gassing.

Just because Loom & Leaf and Saatva are not compressed for shipping doesn’t mean they don’t off-gas. However, any off-gassing that does occur happens during shipping. By the time these mattresses arrive at your home, there should be no significant off-gassing / smell.

Both Loom & Leaf are manufactured by Saatva, the parent company. As a result, they have identical terms and policies.

They both have a one-year trial period, a lifetime warranty, and a $99 return fee if the mattress ends up not working out.

Company	Saatva	Loom & Leaf
Score	9.4	9.4
Trial Period	365 nights	365 nights
Warranty	Lifetime	25 years
Shipping	$0	$0
Returns	$99	$99
Trust	Outstanding	Outstanding
Country of Origin	USA	USA

For reference, the average trial length is 168 nights, shorter than both Loom & Leaf as well as Saatva.

Only 25% of the mattresses we’ve tested (over 197+ tested to date) have lifetime warranties. The average of the other 75% is 14 years.

By these metrics, Loom & Leaf and Saatva both have longer warranties than average.

Long warranties tend to be a testament to high-quality mattresses that are backed by an honest company that trusts their product.

The Loom & Leaf is available in two firmness levels—medium (5.5) or firm (8). By comparison, the Saatva Classic is available in three firmness levels—soft (4), medium-firm (6), or firm (8).

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

Firmness	Rating	Feel
Saatva Classic	4, 6, 8	Soft, Medium-Firm, Firm
Loom & Leaf	5.5, 8	Medium, Firm

If you’re looking for a soft feel, the Saatva Classic Soft may be the best bet. But for a medium to firm feel, either mattress offers a firmness that could work.

Both Saatva and Loom & Leaf are offered in a range of firmnesses. As a result, one or more firmnesses can likely be a good fit for the majority of sleepers.

Below we’ve indicated what we think are the right firmness options based on body weight and sleeping position.

Loom & Leaf Relaxed Firm & Saatva Luxury Firm

Sleeper Weight	Stomach Sleepers	Side Sleepers	Back Sleepers
Under 150 lbs.	Yes	Yes	Yes
150-250 lbs.	Yes	Yes	Yes
250-300 lbs.	Yes	Yes	Yes

Loom & Leaf Firm & Saatva Firm

Sleeper Weight	Stomach Sleepers	Side Sleepers	Back Sleepers
Under 150 lbs.	Maybe	No	Maybe
150-250 lbs.	Maybe	No	Maybe
250-300 lbs.	Yes	Maybe	Yes

Saatva Plush Soft

Sleeper Weight	Stomach Sleeper	Side Sleeper	Back Sleeper
Under 150 lbs.	Yes	Yes	Yes
150-225 lbs.	Maybe	Yes	Maybe
225-300 lbs.	No	Maybe	No

Not sure which firmness is right for you?

Use the table below to better determine the firmness range that may be best suited for you, based on your personal weight and preferred sleeping position.

Plus-Sized Sleepers

For sleepers over 300 lbs., Saatva offers a special mattress called Saatva HD, which is approved for sleepers up to 500 lbs. per side. If you or your partner are heavier, this HD design could make a big difference in overall mattress longevity.

Loom & Leaf (or really any memory foam mattress) is not typically ideal for heavier sleepers as it can lack sufficient support, cause too much sinkage, or cause heat retention issues.

Design

Because both of these mattresses are manufactured by the same company, Saatva, they have a similar design, look, and feel to them on the outside. But the inside couldn’t be more different.

Design	Type	Mattress Thickness
Saatva Classic	Coil	11.5″ or 14.5″
Loom & Leaf	Memory Foam	12.0″

Materials

Both mattresses use an organic Euro cotton cover with a plush finish. From here, the Loom & Leaf has an all-foam construction whereas the Saatva uses a blend of foam and pocketed coils to provide comfort and support.

The Loom & Leaf is 12″ thick with 4.5″ of comfort foam and 7.5″ of support foam.

The Saatva has a 4″ comfort layer and 7″ of support foam, in addition to a 3″ Euro-style pillowtop. This is for the 11.5″ version.

If you opt for Saatva’s 14.5″ version, it will have an extra 3″ of support coils. There is no additional comfort foam in the thicker mattress.

The main reason why you may opt for the 14.5″ mattress could be if you prefer a taller mattress and don’t want to have to bend down to get in and out of bed.

This may be especially relevant for older individuals or those with limited mobility. There is no significant performance difference with the thicker Saatva mattress, it is purely an aesthetic choice.

Loom & Leaf vs. Saatva Classic: Which Should You Buy?

So bottom line, between Loom & Leaf and the Saatva Classic, which mattress is right for you? Here is a recap of each mattress score as well as quick-pick recommendations for who may be best suited for each.

Mattresses	Score	Best For	Firmness	Check Price
Saatva Classic	9.74	Cooling, Less Sinkage, Very High Bounce	Soft (4), Medium-Firm (6), Firm (8)	Check Price
Loom & Leaf	8.81	Low Motion Transfer, Deeper Sinkage, Low Bounce	Medium (5.5), Firm (8)	Check Price

Should You Buy the Loom & Leaf?

I would recommend the Loom & Leaf if you’re looking for:

• Memory foam feel: For that true memory foam feel with deep compression, pressure relief, and a slower response time, Loom & Leaf certainly fits the bill and at a fraction of the cost of big-box memory foam options.
• Good cooling: Despite memory foam’s tendency to sleep hot, Loom & Leaf did not have this problem. The Loom & Leaf is designed with a top gel layer that provides fantastic cooling on the surface of the mattress.
• Slightly softer than a medium-firm: The Loom & Leaf falls around a 5.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale, where 10 is the most firm. If you are specifically looking for something slightly softer than other medium-firms, this could be a great fit for your needs.

The Loom & Leaf mattress is best if you are looking for a modern memory foam mattress. It’s got excellent hug and contour. While it’s not as cool as most coil mattresses, it’s better than more traditional memory foam. It has fantastic pressure relief and build / material quality that’s equally as impressive.

Want more info on the Loom & Leaf? Click to read our full review or to check the price.

Should You Buy the Saatva Classic?

I would recommend Saatva if you’re looking for:

• Traditional feel: The coil-on-coil design of the Saatva Classic gives it more of a traditional feel. There is a balanced level of body contouring that doesn’t overly wrap or envelop sleeper bodies.
• More bounce and fast response time: The pocketed coil design on the Saatva mattress allows for high levels of bounce while retaining low levels of motion transfer. This is an unusual balance, but can be great for sleepers who don’t want to feel “stuck” or don’t want the mattress to hug them.
• Thickness options: The Saatva comes in an 11.5″ thick version as well as a 14.5″ thick version. If you’re specifically looking for a high-profile mattress, the 14.5″ may be especially appealing. Fewer online mattress options come in that thickness.

The Saatva is best if you’re looking for a slightly more traditional feel with faster response, higher levels of bounce, and good cooling / airflow. It’s unique in that it offers two different thicknesses and three different firmness options.

Want more info on the Saatva Classic? Click to read our full review or to check the price.

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