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Casper Mattress Review: 7 Models Objectively Tested

Derek Hales

Written by: Derek Hales

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Casper Select Cover Photo
9.44 Average Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1
Casper MattressesScoreRead ReviewCheck Price
Casper9.30Read ReviewCheck Price
Casper Nova Hybrid9.49Read ReviewCheck Price
Casper Original9.29Read ReviewCheck Price
Casper Original Hybrid9.55Read ReviewCheck Price
Casper Select9.28Read ReviewCheck Price
Casper Snow9.66Read ReviewCheck Price
Casper Wave Hybrid9.51Read ReviewCheck Price

Our Verdict

To date, we have tested 7 of the Casper mattresses. The average score of a Casper mattress is 9.44, just slightly lower than the average score across all mattresses tested to date (9.51).

The Casper Original Hybrid and Casper Snow are the only Casper mattresses that scored higher than the average mattress (9.51).

The performance level of the Casper Snow makes it hard to get too excited about the Casper Wave Hybrid and Casper Nova Hybrid, both of which performed notably worse than the Snow, felt warmer, and were more expensive.

The most basic model, The Casper, was a reasonably good performer, especially considering the price point. It was at the same level as the more expensive Casper Original and Casper’s Costco mattress, the Casper Select.

The Casper Original Hybrid is arguably the best value Casper, as it’s performance was at the same level as the Wave and Nova Hybrids, while being notably less expensive.

If you just want the best then go with the Casper Snow. If you’re on a budget and need to maximize value then the Casper Original Hybrid is the right choice.

Casper mattresses are available for purchase at Casper.com (US) and Casper.ca (Canada).

In This Comparison
Performance Tests | Firmness | Support & Sleeping Positions | Design | Materials

Performance Tests

So which Casper is right for you? Let’s find out now.

We test 8 different factors that impact the comfort, feel, and value of the mattress. Testing categories include:

FactorCasperCasper Nova HybridCasper OriginalCasper Original HybridCasper SelectCasper SnowCasper Wave Hybrid
Cooling9.09.09.09.59.0109.0
Motion Transfer9.08.78.48.58.38.68.0
Response10101010109.910
Edge Support9.49.59.6109.69.99.9
Sex9.29.99.89.79.39.89.9
Pressure Relief9.0109.09.59.09.510
Off-Gassing9.08.68.88.89.49.49.1
Company9.89.89.89.89.89.89.8

The table below shows the data we generated to determine these scores.

If there’s a specific category that you’re interested in, this table makes it easy to find the data you want on any Casper mattress we’ve tested to date.

FactorCasperCasper Nova HybridCasper OriginalCasper Original HybridCasper SelectCasper SnowCasper Wave Hybrid
Overall9.309.499.299.559.289.669.51
Max Temp.85.6° F91.0° F85.2° F86.5° F85.8° F90.9° F91.0° F
Max Sinkage1.75″2.46″1.69″1.91″1.63″2.14″2.38″
Total Motion Transfer8.91 m/s²10.07 m/s²11.30 m/s²10.87 m/s²11.73 m/s²10.55 m/s²12.88 m/s²
Response Time0.2 sec.0.2 sec.0.2 sec.0.2 sec.0.3 sec.0.6 sec.0.2 sec.
Total Bounce6.53″10.46″9.80″8.21″6.93″8.73″10.78″
Edge Support – Sitting Sinkage4.25″4.00″3.75″2.25″3.75″3.25″3.25″
Edge Support – Lying SupportGoodVery GoodExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellentVery Good
Sex Overall9.29.99.89.79.39.89.9
Comfort Material3.00″5.00″3.50″3.50″4.50″3.00″5.00″
Off-Gassing – SmellStrongStrongStrongStrongStrongStrongStrong
Off-Gassing – Days12 days18 days15 days15 days7 days7 days11 days
Trial100 days100 days100 days100 days100 days100 days100 days
Warranty10 years10 years10 years10 years10 years10 years10 years

Casper Model Comparison: Which is the best?

So data aside, which Casper mattress is the best? Well, it depends on what exactly you’re looking for in a mattress. The table below shows which of these mattresses surpasses all others in each scoring category we test for.

Categories where multiple mattresses are listed were a straight tie between multiple Casper mattresses.

FactorWinnerValue
Best OverallCasper Snow9.66
Best CoolingCasper Snow10
Most SinkageCasper Nova Hybrid2.46″
Least SinkageCasper Select1.63″
Lowest Motion TransferCasper8.91 m/s²
Fastest Response TimeCasper, Casper Nova Hybrid, Casper Original, Casper Original Hybrid, Casper Wave Hybrid0.2 sec
Most BounceCasper Wave Hybrid10.78″
Least BounceCasper6.53″
Best Edge SupportCasper Original Hybrid2.25″ max sinkage
Best for SexCasper Nova Hybrid, Casper Wave Hybrid9.9
Best Pressure ReliefCasper Nova Hybrid, Casper Wave Hybrid10
Least Off-GassingCasper Select, Casper SnowStrong, 7 days

The Casper

Casper Element Pro Cover Photo
9.30 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1
9.0 Cooling
9.0 Motion Transfer
10 Response Time
9.4 Edge Support
9.2 Sex
9.0 Pressure Relief
9.0 Off-Gassing
9.8 Company

Best For

  • A queen mattress under $1000
  • Extremely fast response time
  • Balanced feel of hug and pushback

Considerations

  • Edge support struggles a bit, could pose issues if you often find yourself on the edge
  • Moderate heat retention

Our Verdict

The Casper, originally called the Casper Element Pro, is a budget-friendly all-foam mattress and was introduced as a substitute to the Casper Original (at a lower price point).

It contains a combination of poly foam, memory foam, and support foam. This mattress has only a 9″ thickness, with only 3″ of that making up the comfort layer.

This is a bit thinner than I like to see for optimal pressure relief and support. For this reason, this mattress may not be the right choice for heavier sleepers, especially those who sleep on their back or stomach.

Type: Foam
Firmness: Medium-Firm (6)

Casper Nova Hybrid

Casper Nova Hybrid Cover Photo
9.49 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1
9.0 Cooling
8.7 Motion Transfer
10 Response Time
9.5 Edge Support
9.9 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
8.6 Off-Gassing
9.8 Company

Best For

  • Lightweight and/or side sleepers
  • Deep sinkage, while retaining a fast material response time
  • Good edge support with only 4.0″ of edge sinkage compression

Considerations

  • Higher level of motion transfer
  • Softer feel may not be supportive enough for heavier sleepers
  • Moderate level of heat retention

Our Verdict

The Casper Nova Hybrid mattress has a 12″ profile and a soft-medium feel. It provides a deep level of sinkage while retaining fast response and high levels of bounce.

This Casper is a nice option for sleepers looking for something softer that still has good support and pressure relief.

The price of the Nova Hybrid is 65% more than the average hybrid, but if you’re specifically needing that softer feel, it could be a good option.

Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4.5)

Casper Original

Casper Original Cover Photo
9.29 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1
9.0 Cooling
8.4 Motion Transfer
10 Response Time
9.6 Edge Support
9.8 Sex
9.0 Pressure Relief
8.8 Off-Gassing
9.8 Company

Best For

  • Extremely fast response time
  • Excellent edge support with only 3.75″ of edge sinkage
  • Moderate level of bounce

Considerations

  • May not be supportive enough for sleepers over 250 lbs.
  • High levels of motion transfer
  • May sleep “warm” or “hot” for sleepers who are sensitive to cooling issues

Our Verdict

The Casper Original is a foam mattress, like The Casper, with a thicker profile (although not really a jump in performance). This mattress is 10.5″ (based on the model we tested), although Casper calls it a full 11″ thick.

In our tests, the Casper Original had an extremely fast response time, excellent edge support, and high bounce. Pressure relief and cooling were both good, but not great. Motion transfer struggled quite a bit. If you’re a sensitive sleeper, this may be a bigger issue for you.

Type: Foam
Firmness: Medium Firm (6)

Casper Original Hybrid

Casper Original Hybrid Cover Photo
9.55 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1
9.5 Cooling
8.5 Motion Transfer
10 Response Time
10 Edge Support
9.7 Sex
9.5 Pressure Relief
8.8 Off-Gassing
9.8 Company

Best For

  • Exceptional edge support, only 2.25″ edge sinkage when seated
  • Extremely fast response time
  • Good cooling with a perforated top comfort layer

Considerations

  • Higher levels of motion transfer may be an issue for sensitive sleepers
  • Only 3.5″ of comfort material, may not be suitable for heavier sleepers over 250 lbs.

Our Verdict

The Casper Original Hybrid mattress is a low-profile hybrid mattress (10.5″ thick) with a combination of poly foam, memory foam, and pocketed coils.

This mattress offers higher performance over the Original Casper, without increasing the overall price by much.

The Casper Original Hybrid is arguably the best value mattress in Casper’s entire line. It’s performance was excellent, especially given the price point. It out performed the more expensive Casper Wave Hybrid & Casper Nova Hybrid during in our tests.

Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Medium-Firm (6)

Casper Select

Casper Select Cover Photo
9.28 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1
9.0 Cooling
8.3 Motion Transfer
10 Response Time
9.6 Edge Support
9.3 Sex
9.0 Pressure Relief
9.4 Off-Gassing
9.8 Company

Best For

  • Extremely fast response time
  • Good edge support when sitting or lying
  • Affordable price if you’re on a tight budget

Considerations

  • Sold only at Costco
  • Higher levels of motion transfer than other foam mattresses
  • Low levels of bounce may hinder sex performance

Our Verdict

The Casper Select is a budget-friendly Casper mattress sold directly through Costco. You’ll need a membership to get the best price, but at only $499 for a queen, it’s a a solid value.

The score was on par with what we saw from The Casper as well as the Casper Original. It isn’t quite at the same level as the Casper Original Hybrid or the Casper Snow, but the savings can still make this an attractive option for many sleepers.

Type: Foam
Firmness: Medium-Firm (6.5)

Casper Snow

Casper Snow Cover Photo
9.66 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1
10 Cooling
8.6 Motion Transfer
9.9 Response Time
9.9 Edge Support
9.8 Sex
9.5 Pressure Relief
9.4 Off-Gassing
9.8 Company

Best For

  • Excellent cooling performance with phase-change coating
  • Thin cover with very fast response time
  • Excellent edge support

Considerations

  • Only 3″ of comfort material
  • Higher price tag than the average hybrid mattress
  • Higher levels of motion transfer

Our Verdict

The Casper Snow ranks best overall, with a score of 9.66, 0.22 higher than the average Casper mattress score.

This mattress is a hybrid that offers a thicker 12” profile compared to the Casper Original or even the Original Hybrid. It also has a phase-change coating and cooling fabric that improves cooling performance.

Our performance tests also revealed fast response time, excellent edge support, and good pressure relief as well. It’s more expensive than the average hybrid by over 40%, but does provide a few features to show for it.  

Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Medium (5)

Casper Wave Hybrid

Casper Wave Hybrid Cover Photo
9.51 Overall Score
Tested With Scoring System 1.1
9.0 Cooling
8.0 Motion Transfer
10 Response Time
9.9 Edge Support
9.9 Sex
10 Pressure Relief
9.1 Off-Gassing
9.8 Company

Best For

  • Very fast response time
  • Excellent edge support, only 3.25″ of sinkage when seated
  • High bounce contributes to better sex performance

Considerations

  • More expensive than average without improved performance
  • Higher levels of motion transfer
  • Good, but not great cooling performance

Our Verdict

The Casper Wave Hybrid mattress is a 12″ hybrid mattress with a medium feel, designed to be well-suited for a wide range of sleeper preferences. This mattress features a gel pod layer integrated into the comfort layers, which are said to improve pressure relief and support.

The price is higher than the average hybrid by over 2X, but if you’re specifically looking for a Casper hybrid with next-level pressure relief the Wave Hybrid could fit the bill.

Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Medium (5.5)

Cooling Test

The cooling performances of Casper mattresses are all pretty comparable with the Casper Snow and Casper Original Hybrid being the only two mattresses that break away from the pack with better scoring.

Cooling TestScoreBaselineMax TempEnding Temp
Casper9.067.3°85.6°-12.1°
Casper Nova Hybrid9.081.4°91.0°-6.9°
Casper Original9.064.2°85.2°-11.9°
Casper Original Hybrid9.568.8°86.5°-11.5°
Casper Select9.069.8°85.8°-11.2°
Casper Snow1079.5°90.9°-7.6°
Casper Wave Hybrid9.077.8°91.0°-7.2°
  • 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

Sinkage Test

The sinkage levels of Casper mattress include the whole spectrum of sinkage options from Very Minimal on the Casper Original up to Deep on the Casper Nova Hybrid and the Casper Wave Hybrid.

Sinkage TestSinkage DepthMax Sinkage
CasperMinimal1.75″
Casper Nova HybridDeep2.46″
Casper OriginalVery Minimal1.69″
Casper Original HybridMinimal1.91″
Casper SelectVery Minimal1.63″
Casper SnowModerate2.14″
Casper Wave HybridDeep2.38″

The average level of sinkage across all mattresses tested to date is 2.20″ so the Casper, the Casper Original, Casper Original Hybrid, and Casper Snow all have less sinkage than average. The Casper Nova Hybrid and Casper Wave Hybrid have deeper sinkage than average.

Images below show the least and most sinkage among all Casper mattresses.

Least Sinkage
Casper Select

Casper Select Sinkage Test
Casper Select Sinkage Test

Most Sinkage
Casper Nova Hybrid

Casper Nova Hybrid Sinkage Test
Casper Nova Hybrid Sinkage Test

Motion Transfer

The motion transfer levels range on Casper mattresses, with some performing better than others. But overall motion transfer is higher on the Casper mattresses than average levels.

Motion Transfer TestScoreAcc. Range
Casper9.08.91 m/s²
Casper Nova Hybrid8.710.07 m/s²
Casper Original8.411.30 m/s²
Casper Original Hybrid8.510.87 m/s²
Casper Select8.311.73 m/s²
Casper Snow8.610.55 m/s²
Casper Wave Hybrid8.012.88 m/s²

The average across all mattresses tested to date is 7.96 m/s² and the lowest level on Casper mattresses is 8.91 m/s² (The Casper).

Here is a video clip of the motion transfer on the Casper.

Levels reach up to 12.88 m/s² (Casper Wave Hybrid), nearly 62% higher than the average.

Here is a video clip of the motion transfer on the Casper Wave Hybrid.

Response Test

The response time is very fast on nearly all Casper mattresses tested to date.

Response TestScoreMostly RecoveredCompletely Recovered
Casper100.2 seconds0.8 seconds
Casper Nova Hybrid100.2 seconds0.4 seconds
Casper Original100.2 seconds0.7 seconds
Casper Original Hybrid100.2 seconds0.4 seconds
Casper Select100.3 seconds0.9 seconds
Casper Snow9.90.6 seconds1.2 seconds
Casper Wave Hybrid100.2 seconds0.8 seconds

The average response time across all mattresses that we’ve tested to date is 0.4 seconds to be mostly recovered and 0.9 seconds to be fully recovered.

Fastest Response
Casper Nova Hybrid

Slowest Response
Casper Snow

Bounce Test

The level of bounce varies widely across all Casper mattresses. The Casper and Casper Select both have low levels of bounce while the Casper Nova Hybrid and Casper Wave Hybrid both have high levels of bounce.

Bounce TestBounce HeightBounce Range
CasperLow6.53″
Casper Nova HybridHigh10.46″
Casper OriginalModerate9.80″
Casper Original HybridModerate8.21″
Casper SelectLow6.93″
Casper SnowModerate8.73″
Casper Wave HybridHigh10.78″

The average amount of bounce across all mattresses tested to date is 9.64″.

Least Bounce
The Casper

Most Bounce
Casper Wave Hybrid

Edge Support Test

The edge support of Casper mattresses varies from good to excellent.

Edge Support TestScoreMax SinkageLying Support
Casper9.44.25″Good
Casper Nova Hybrid9.54.00″Very Good
Casper Original9.63.75″Excellent
Casper Original Hybrid102.25″Excellent
Casper Select9.63.75″Excellent
Casper Snow9.93.25″Excellent
Casper Wave Hybrid9.93.25″Very Good

Generally, I like to see 4″ of edge sinkage (or less) when sitting. Any more than that and you start to feel the effects and may feel unsupported when sitting or lying.

For reference, the average level of sinkage (when sitting right at the edge of the mattress) is 4.27″.

All Casper mattresses perform better than average. The only Casper mattress that has sinkage beyond 4.0″ is The Casper, which had a max sinkage of 4.25″.

Best Edge Support
Casper Original Hybrid

Casper Original Hybrid Edge Support
Casper Original Hybrid Edge Support

Poorest Edge Support
The Casper

Casper Element Pro Edge Support
The Casper Edge Support

Sex Test

The best mattresses for sex have high bounce, good edge support, quiet materials, and good pressure relief and cooling.

These 5 factors make up the NapLab sex performance score.

Sex TestSex ScoreBounceEdge SupportNoisePressure ReliefCooling
Casper9.29.19.4109.09.0
Casper Nova Hybrid9.9109.510109.0
Casper Original9.8109.6109.09.0
Casper Original Hybrid9.79.610109.59.5
Casper Select9.39.29.6109.09.0
Casper Snow9.89.79.9109.510
Casper Wave Hybrid9.9109.910109.0

Considering these factors, the Casper Nova Hybrid and Casper Wave Hybrid are the best mattress for sex with a sex score of 9.9.

The Casper Original and Casper Snow are not far behind with a sex score of 9.8.

These four mattresses mentioned have higher levels of bounce and better edge support than other Caspers (ie: Casper Select and The Casper).

Pressure Relief Test

Pressure relief is good on all Casper mattresses we’ve tested with anywhere from 3-5″ of comfort material.

Pressure Relief TestScoreComfort LayerSupport Layer
Casper9.03.0″6.0″
Casper Nova Hybrid105.0″7.0″
Casper Original9.03.5″7.0″
Casper Original Hybrid9.53.5″7.0″
Casper Select9.04.5″7.5″
Casper Snow9.53.0″9.0″
Casper Wave Hybrid105.0″7.0″

Generally, a thicker comfort layer yields better pressure relief, especially for heavier sleepers. The Casper Nova Hybrid and Casper Wave Hybrid exhibit this fact with perfect pressure relief scores of 10 out of 10… and also 5.0″ of comfort material.

Off-Gassing Test

All Casper mattresses have strong odors right out of the box, but the exact length of off-gassing period varies based on model.

Off-Gassing TestScoreInitial SmellOff-Gassing Period
Casper9.0Strong12 days
Casper Nova Hybrid8.6Strong18 days
Casper Original8.8Strong15 days
Casper Original Hybrid8.8Strong15 days
Casper Select9.4Strong7 days
Casper Snow9.4Strong7 days
Casper Wave Hybrid9.1Strong11 days

For the shortest off-gassing period, opt for the Casper Select or Casper Snow, which only have a 7-day off-gassing.

The Casper Original, Casper Nova Hybrid, and Casper Original Hybrid all take over two full weeks to fully off-gas.

Company

As a company, Casper has a trial period of 100 nights and a 10-year warranty. Shipping and returns are both free as well.

CompanyCasper
Trial Period100 nights
Warranty10 years
Shipping$0
Returns$0
Country of OriginUSA

Compared to the average trial length of 160 nights, Casper is 37.5% shorter. While the trial is less than average, you still have over 3 months to decide if you like the mattress. For most sleepers, this should be sufficient.

Firmness

The firmness level of Casper ranges from 4.5 to 6.5 out of 10, where 10 is the most firm. This is a Soft to Medium-Firm feel that is usually suitable for a wide range of sleepers.

Casper Firmness Range

The Casper Nova Hybrid is the softest Casper to date (4.5 out of 10) and the Casper Select is the firmest Casper to date (6.5 out of 10).

FirmnessRatingLabelRead Review
Casper6Medium-FirmRead Review
Casper Nova Hybrid4.5SoftRead Review
Casper Original6Medium-FirmRead Review
Casper Original Hybrid6Medium-FirmRead Review
Casper Select6.5Medium-FirmRead Review
Casper Snow5MediumRead Review
Casper Wave Hybrid5.5MediumRead Review

Support & Sleeping Positions

If you’re not sure which firmness is best for you, check the tables below. To use these tables, find your body weight and preferred sleeping position.

As you can see, not all firmnesses are suitable for all sleepers. It’s important to know your ideal firmness prior to purchasing a new mattress.

What Firmness Is Right For You

Design

The design of Casper mattresses includes both foam and hybrid options with a total thickness ranging from 9-12″ thick.

DesignTypeThickness
CasperFoam9″
Casper Nova HybridHybrid12″
Casper OriginalFoam10.5″
Casper Original HybridHybrid10.5″
Casper SelectFoam12″
Casper SnowHybrid12″
Casper Wave HybridHybrid12″

Materials

Here is an inside look at the 7 Casper mattresses we’ve tested to date.

Casper foam mattresses include the Casper, Casper Original, and Casper Select.

The Casper

Casper Element Pro Material Layers
  • 1.5″ poly foam
  • 1.5″ memory foam
  • 6.0″ support foam

Casper Original

Casper Original Material Layers
  • 1.5″ poly foam
  • 2.0″ memory foam
  • 7.0″ support foam

Casper Select

Casper Select Material Layers
  • 1.5″ poly foam
  • 1.5″ memory foam
  • 1.5″ poly foam
  • 7.5″ support foam

Casper hybrid mattresses include the Casper Nova Hybrid, Casper Original Hybrid, Casper Snow, and the Casper Wave Hybrid.

Casper Nova Hybrid

Casper Nova Hybrid Material Layers
  • 1.5″ poly foam
  • 1.5″ memory foam
  • 1.5″ poly foam
  • 6.0″ pocketed coils
  • 1.0″ support foam

Casper Original Hybrid

Casper Original Hybrid Material Layers
  • 1.5″ poly foam
  • 2.0″ memory foam
  • 6.0″ pocketed coils
  • 1.0″ support foam

Casper Snow

Casper Snow Material Layers
  • 1.0″ poly foam
  • 2.0″ poly foam
  • 6.0″ pocketed coils
  • 3.0″ support foam

Casper Wave Hybrid

Casper Wave Hybrid Material Layers
  • 1.25″ poly foam
  • 1.25″ latex foam
  • 1.5″ memory foam
  • 0.75 – 1.5″ poly foam
  • 6.0″ pocketed coils
  • 1.0″ support foam

Which Casper Should You Buy?

Alright, so bottom line, which Casper is right for you? Here is a recap of each Casper score as well as quick-pick recommendations for who is best for each Casper mattress.

Casper MattressesScoreBest ForFirmnessCheck Price
The Casper9.30Under $1000Medium-Firm (6)Check Price
Casper Nova Hybrid9.49Deep Sinkage, Fast Response, Soft FeelSoft (4.5)Check Price
Casper Original9.29None; Opt for The Casper for Lower PriceMedium-Firm (6)Check Price
Casper Original Hybrid9.55Low Profile Hybrid,
10.5″ Thick, Best Value
Medium-Firm (6)Check Price
Casper Select9.28Costco Casper All-FoamMedium-Firm (6.5)Check Price
Casper Snow9.66Best Overall Casper, Great Cooling, Phase Change Coating, Slightly
Softer Feel
Medium (5)Check Price
Casper Wave Hybrid9.51Pressure Relief, Gel Pod Layer, 12″ ThickMedium (5.5)Check Price

About Derek Hales

Derek Hales

Derek Hales is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of NapLab.com. He has been featured in Fast CompanyReader's DigestBusiness InsiderRealtor.com, Huffington Post, Washington Post, AskMen, and She Knows. Derek has personally tested over 320+ mattresses and hundreds of pillows, sheets, beds, and other sleep products.

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