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Best For
- Fast material response time
- Excellent edge support, only 3.25″ of sinkage when seated at the edge
- Excellent cooling at a budget price
Considerations
- Higher levels of motion transfer
- Moderate levels of bounce
- Slightly longer off-gassing period
Our Verdict
The Leesa Studio Chill mattress is a 12″ thick hybrid designed for good cooling performance on a budget. It is the most affordable Leesa mattress in the Chill collection.
It is made up of a 1.25″ of copper memory foam, 1.25 poly foam, 8″ pocketed coil unit, and topped with a thick 1.50″ quilted cover.
It has a moderate level of sinkage that is a bit deeper than most, and bounce levels that are just below most mattresses. It comes in a single firmness option that is a 6 out of 10 on the firmness scale.
It earned an overall performance score of 8.66, which puts it in the top 47% of mattresses tested to date. As far as price is concerned, it is a great deal. The average hybrid price is $1,390, while the Leesa Studio Chill is only $959. This is 31% lower than the average for a savings of $431.
When you consider above average performance (especially for cooling) and this price point, it is a solid pick for sleepers on a budget.
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Medium-Firm (6)
Best For: All Sleeping Positions, All Body Weights
In This Review
Performance Tests | Firmness | Support & Sleeping Positions | Design | Materials | Comparisons | FAQs
Performance Tests
At NapLab, we put each mattress to the test.
We test 10 different factors that impact the performance, comfort, and value of the mattress. We then take the results of that test and compare to every mattress we’ve tested to date.
Check out the full performance table below to see how this mattress ranks:
| Factor | Leesa Studio Chill | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 8.66 | 8.53 |
| Price (Queen) | $959 | $1,398 (Hybrid only) |
| Cooling – Score | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.26″ | 2.16″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Moderate | Moderate |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 7.0 | 8.2 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 11.64 m/s² | 8.75 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 8.5 | 8.8 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.2 sec. | 0.4 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 2.0 sec. | 1.0 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 8.40″ | 9.26″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Moderate | Moderate |
| Edge Support – Score | 9.4 | 8.6 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.25″ | 4.04″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Excellent | Good |
| Sex – Score | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 4.0″ | 4.1″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 12″ | 12.1″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.3 | 8.2 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 6 days | 7 days |
| Company – Score | 9.7 | 8.6 |
| Trial | 100 nights | 178 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 38% have lifetime warranties, average of other 62% of mattresses is 13 years |
How is Leesa Studio Chill Different?
The Leesa Studio Chill hybrid has better-than-average overall performance and a price that is also below average—a savings of 31% of the average hybrid (or $439 on a queen mattress).
Advantages
Besides overall performance and price, specific advantages for the Leesa Studio Chiil include better cooling than average, faster material response time, and excellent edge support, sex, and pressure relief.
Neutral Factors
Neutral factors include 6% deeper sinkage than average and 12% less bounce than average. These factors are considered neutral because they are more preferential and less “good vs. bad”.
Disadvantages
The biggest disadvantage for the Studio Chill has to be higher levels of motion transfer, where we measured 33% higher levels of motion transfer. This mattress also has a slightly thinner comfort layer (0.2″ less than average) and also slightly longer than average off-gassing (7 days total).
Cooling Test
The Leesa Studio Chill has excellent cooling performance. During our tests, I felt no significant level of heat retention around my body.
Baseline Temp.
74.3° F
Max Temp.
89.5° F
Ending Temp.
78.4° F
The mattress utilizes a hybrid design and is equipped with a cooling cover. The pocketed coils provide ample airflow to the mattress, while the cooling cover helps to create a cooler sleeping surface.
Max Temp.
Ending Temp
- 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 (5 minute) – the temperature of the mattress after being lied upon and having no one on it for 5 minutes
In our objective temperature tests, we measured a max surface level temp of 89.5° F. After getting off the mattress the temperature declined by 5.7° from minutes 0 to 1, which is 1.14° cooler than average.
Heat Dissipation Over Time
From minutes 0 to 5 the decline was 11.1°, which is 4.08° cooler than average. Given the price point, the cooling performance is quite impressive. Overall, I expect a majority of sleepers will be more than happy with the level of cooling.
Sinkage Test
The Leesa Studio Chill has a moderate level of sinkage. In our tests, we measured a sinkage depth of 2.26”. This is 0.12” more sinkage than the average of 2.14”.
Sinkage Depth
2.26″
Sinkage Feel
Moderate
The mattress creates a moderate level of body contouring hug. It’s not as dramatic and exacting as a thicker memory foam comfort layer would create, but it is certainly more significant than most other poly foam mattresses we’ve tested.
The level of sinkage is documented in the image below.
The Studio Chill uses 1.25” of copper memory foam. It’s this layer that creates the more significant level of body contouring hug. However, it’s 1.25” of a total 4.0” foam comfort layer.
The 1.5” quilted cover and 1.25” poly foam layer in the core balance out the overall feel of the foam layers. This is what ultimately creates the more moderate level of body contouring hug that we experience.
Motion Transfer Test
The Leesa Studio Chill has a moderately high level of motion transfer. In our tests, we measured an acceleration range of 11.64 m/s². This is 32.6% more motion transfer than the average of 8.78 m/s².
Max. Acceleration
4.84 m/s²
Min. Acceleration
-6.80 m/s²
Accel. Range
11.64 m/s²
The level of motion transfer is also documented in the video below.
The combination of medium-firm feel, highly responsive materials, densely packed quilted cover, and 8.0” pocketed coil base are all working together to create the higher motion we measured.
In our motion transfer chart, which visualizes our accelerometer data, we can see the highest motion spikes from 0 to 0.20 seconds. By 0.84 seconds we return to near-zero energy levels.
Neither the spikes nor the motion duration paints a pretty picture. Sleepers who are sensitive to motion may find this level of motion to simply be too much.
Response Test
The Leesa Studio Chill is a mixed bag when it comes to material response. We conduct two material responsiveness tests, a mostly recovered test and a fully recovered test.
Mostly Recovered
0.2 sec.
Complete Recovery
2.0 sec.
The Studio Chill had no issues with the mostly recovered test, with materials rebounding back to shape within 0.2 seconds. That is effectively instant.
The level of responsiveness is documented in the video below.
However, the full material recovery took a full 2.0 seconds. This is significantly slower than the average of 0.85 seconds.
While the coils and bulk of the foam layers rebound rapidly, the 1.25” memory foam comfort layer has a very traditional slow material recovery.
Sleepers who strongly dislike the feel of traditional memory foam may also find this feel doesn’t work for their body.
However, for many sleepers, I believe that the combination of other material layers and the mostly recovered speed of 0.2 seconds will outweigh the memory foams slowness.
Bounce Test
The Leesa Studio Chill has a moderate level of bounce. In our tests, we measured a total bounce height of 8.40”. This is 1.13” less bounce than the average of 9.53”. When it comes to bounce I want to see 8-12”.
Max. Depth
4.73″
Max. Rebound
3.67″
Total Bounce
8.40″
At that range, we can experience the benefits of more bounce (better sex and easier to move around), while keeping the negatives in check (higher motion transfer).
Max. Sinkage Depth
Max Bounce Height
The level of bounce is also documented in the video below.
At 8.40” the Studio Chill is right in the sweet spot. I expect this level of bounce will be acceptable for most sleepers
Edge Support Test
The Leesa Studio Chill has excellent edge support for both sitting and lying. In our sitting edge support tests, we measured a sitting sinkage compression of 3.25”.
Max Sinkage
3.25″
Lying Support
Excellent
This is 0.79” less sinkage than the average of 4.04”. When it comes to edge sinkage compression I want to see 4.0” or less. Suffice it to say, the Studio Chill surpassed that benchmark with ease.
The level of edge support while seated is documented in the images below.
Sitting, 140 lbs.
Sitting, 200 lbs.
Lying edge support was equally as impressive. I felt fully supported in all sleeping positions even when lying directly on the edge of the mattress.
The level of edge support while lying is documented in the images below.
Lying on Edge, 140 lbs.
Lying on Edge, 200 lbs.
The Studio Chill seems to use the same spring coil unit that the more expensive Oasis Chill, Sapira Chill, and Legend Chill all use. This coil unit has 2 rows of reinforced edge support coils. Those coils are having a significant positive impact on edge support performance.
Sex Test
The Leesa Studio Chill has good sex performance. Although, it’s bounce potential holds it back from being great or better.
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 Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bounce | 65% | 7.7 | Moderate |
| Edge Support | 20% | 9.7 | Excellent |
| Noise | 5% | 10 | Minimal |
| Pressure Relief | 5% | 9.0 | Excellent |
| Cooling | 5% | 9.0 | Excellent |
This mattress has a moderate level of bounce and excellent edge support. These two factors are the most critical for good edge support.
It is also quiet, has good pressure relief, and good cooling. The pocketed coil base is a vital part of the Leesa Studio’s success in this category. Despite being offered at a lower cost, the pocketed coils help contribute to high scores in this category.
Pressure Relief Test
The Leesa Studio Chill has excellent pressure relief. In our tests, I felt no significant level of pressure point build-up.
Comfort Layer
4.0″
Support Layer
8.0″
The mattress uses a 4.0” comfort layer consisting of 1.5” of quilted foam, 1.25” of copper memory foam, and 1.25” of poly foam. This is a little less than the average 4.1” comfort layer, based on all of our tests to date.
However, the foams look and feel high quality. The 1.25” copper memory foam layer in particular is doing much of the heavy lifting for pressure relief.
The foam creates a moderate level of body contouring hug without being too excessive or creating a stuck feeling. Overall, I am impressed with the level of pressure relief performance, particularly at this price point.
Off-Gassing Test
Off-gassing on the Leesa Studio Chill was strong right out of the box. The odor lingered for a full 6 days before fully dissipating.
Initial Smell Strength
Strong
Off-Gassing Period
6 days
This is 3 days longer than the 7-day average for off-gassing across all mattresses tested to date.
Company
The company score takes a look at factors that may influence your experience with the mattress.
Factors include length of the trial period, warranty, shipping / return costs, and country of origin.
| Company Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trial Period | 15% | 8.0 | 100 nights |
| Warranty | 10% | 8.0 | Lifetime |
| Shipping | 5% | 10 | $0 |
| Returns | 20% | 10 | $0 |
| Trust | 50% | 10 | Outstanding |
| Country of Origin | 0% | USA |
Leesa offers a trial period of 100 nights, which is a good bit shorter than the 178-night average for a trial period. It also comes with a lifetime warranty.
Of the 300+ mattresses we’ve tested to date, 38% have lifetime warranties. The average of the other 62% of mattresses is 13 years. Compared to this date, the Leesa warranty is longer than average on all accounts.
How firm is Leesa Studio Chill?
The Leesa Studio Chill has a medium-firm feel and a firmness rating of 6 out of 10, where 10 is the most firm.
Support & Sleeping Positions
The Leesa Studio Chill has excellent support. In our tests, I felt well-supported in all sleeping positions.
The mattress uses an 8.0” pocketed coil unit as the support layer. This is slightly thicker than the average support layer, which is 7.7”, based on all of our tests to date.
The Studio Chill seems to use the same pocketed coil unit that is used on the more expensive Leesa Oasis Chill, Sapira Chill, and Legend Chill. This coil unit is a zoned unit, meaning it creates more support where your body specifically needs it (IE, where you weigh more).
There are 3 individual zones—1,032 coils, and 2 rows of reinforced edge coils. When we consider the material specs, our tests, and our experiences on the mattress I am confident most sleepers will find more than enough support on the Studio Chill mattress.
Below we have a table with the sleeping positions and body weights the Leesa Oasis is best suited for.
| 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 |
Design
The Leesa Studio Chill is designed as a budget-friendly cooling hybrid with a 12″ mattress height and firmness of 6 out of 10 with a medium-firm feel.
Type
Hybrid
Thickness
12″
Firmness
6
Within the Chill collection, Leesa’s cooling lineup, the Studio Chill is the most affordable option and offers good performance overall.
Materials
The Leesa Studio Chill has 4 main layers to it. From top to bottom, these layers include:
- 1.5″ quilted cover
- 1.25″ copper memory foam
- 1.25″ poly foam
- 8.0″ pocketed coils
The Cover
The cover of this mattress is 1.75″ thick and with a quilted / tufted design. The actual fabric used on the cover is thin and breathable, but the tufted design holds the cover snugly against the core of the mattress.
The mattresses in the Leesa Chill collection all have the same quilted cover, infused with cooling fibers that are designed to improve overall cooling performance.
The sides of the cover have handles to make it easier to carry or rotate the mattress.
The Comfort Layer
Beyond the quilted cover are two layers of comfort foam. The top layer is a 1.25″ copper memory foam.
Copper-infused foams typically have better cooling performance compared to traditional foam. It is likely that this foam improves cooling on the Studio Chill as well.
Below the copper foam is a 1.25″ transitional poly foam. This poly foam helps transition weight from the comfort layer up top into the support layer below.
Key Differences
When we tested the Leesa Studio Chill mattress in our studio, we noted a few differences immediately from the specs noted on the Leesa website.
| Our Mattress | Leesa Website |
|---|---|
| 1.25″ copper memory foam | 1.0″ copper memory foam |
| 1.25″ transitional poly foam | 1.0″ transitional poly foam |
| No support foam | 0.5″ support foam |
It seems like they may have changed the design but haven’t updated the website yet. Either way, the overall thickness is consistent.
The Support Layer
The support layer of the Studio Chill is the same as other mattresses in the Chill lineup—an 8.0″ pocketed coil base.
Product Evolution
The Chill collection of mattresses from Leesa was launched in October 2023, which includes the Studio Chill, Oasis Chill, Sapira Chill, and Deluxe Chill.
The Chill line is essentially an improvement to the original Leesa Studio, Sapira, and Legend mattresses. The most significant difference between the Chill and original versions is the addition of the cooling cover.
Most other basic design elements and material types are consistent between the Chill and original mattress types.
I will add here that the name “Studio Chill” makes it sound like this mattress is an evolution of the original Leesa Studio mattress, launched in 2020, but in reality, this mattress feels like a new design altogether.
The Leesa Studio Chill has very little in common with the Leesa Studio, aside from the fact that both are budget-friendly. The Leesa Studio is an all-foam 10” mattress with a 4.0” comfort layer. Leesa Studio Chill is a 12” hybrid with a 6.0” comfort layer. In my view, these mattresses feel and perform significantly differently to the point I question why they share a similar model name.
Other Mattresses to Consider
Not sure if the Leesa Studio Chill is the right pick for you? Check out these three other top-rated budget hybrid mattresses you may want to consider.
For Flippable
Nest Bedding Raven
8.68 Overall Score
The Nest Bedding Raven is a flippable hybrid that has a good cooling score (9.0) a the option of flippable firmness. One side has a firmness of 6 out of 10 (medium-firm feel) and the other side has a firmness of 8 out of 10 (firm feel).
For Motion Transfer
Silk & Snow Hybrid
8.43 Overall Score
The Silk & Snow hybrid is another great option for a budget-friendly hybrid with good cooling, that also won’t break the bank. This mattress uses a memory foam comfort layer instead of foam, so it will have deeper sinkage, but also lower levels of motion transfer.
For 10″ Thickness
Bear Pro Hybrid
8.54 Overall Score
The Bear Pro Hybrid has a 3.0″ poly foam comfort layer with a quilted cover followed by a pocketed coil base. This mattress has deeper sinkage than the Leesa Studio and is also 2″ thinner, but still a good option for many sleepers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Check out some of the top FAQs on the Leesa Studio Chill mattress below and get the answers you’re looking for.
Here are the current prices, with any sales or promotions reflected below:
Twin: $648
Twin XL: $674
Full: $809
Queen: $899
King: $1,079
Cal. King: $1,079
*Note: Sales prices are subject to change without notice or warning.
No, the Leesa Studio Chill mattress does not contain fiberglass.
Twin 38″ x 75″ x 12″, 55 lbs.
Twin XL 38″ x 80″ x 12″, 59 lbs.
Full 53″ x 75″ x 12″, 74 lbs.
Queen 60″ x 80″ x 12″, 87 lbs.
King 76″ x 80″ x 12″, 107 lbs.
Cal King 72″ x 84″ x 12″, 106 lbs.
