Best For
- Good pressure relief, better than average
- Good edge support for both sitting and lying
- Motion transfer levels are lower than average, good for couples
Considerations
- Poor cooling performance and higher levels of heat retention
- Lower sex score due to lower levels of bounce
- Only a 90-night trial and return fee of $175
Our Verdict
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid is a 13″ hybrid mattress made of memory foam, transitional poly foam, a coil unit, and a high-density support foam base.
On Sealy.com, this mattress is simply called the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid. However, Sealy’s many retailers sell this mattress under 3 different names, including Sealy Posturepedic Hybrid High Point, Brenham, and Albany. These different variations offer slightly different heights, materials, support, and firmness. We have a quick explanation and comparison of the models here.
This mattress has deep sinkage and low levels of bounce.
It is available in three different firmness options, which can make it an attractive choice for a wide range of sleeper preferences.
In our performance tests, the Posturepedic Plus Hybrid had an overall performance score that is lower than the average score, ranking in the bottom 13% of all mattresses tested to date. Looking exclusively at hybrid mattresses, the Posturepedic Plus Hybrid falls in the bottom 8%.
Concerning price, the Posturepedic Plus is $1699 for a queen mattress, 25% more than the average hybrid mattress. Given its lower-than-average performance coupled with its higher-than-average price point, there are few sleepers who I would recommend this mattress to. There are a large number of higher-performing mattresses for less money compared to the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid (see our best hybrid mattress list for more).
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Soft (4), Medium (5.5), Slightly Firm (7)
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 feel 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 | Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 7.88 | 8.56 |
| Price (Queen) | $1,699 | $1,353 (Hybrid only) |
| Cooling – Score | 6.0 | 8.7 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.36″ | 2.15″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Deep | Moderate |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 9.2 | 8.2 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 6.76 m/s² | 8.79 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 8.5 | 8.9 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.4 sec. | 0.4 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 1.0 sec. | 0.9 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 7.45″ | 9.51″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Low | Moderate |
| Edge Support – Score | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.25″ | 4.04″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Good | Good |
| Sex – Score | 7.8 | 8.4 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 4.0″ | 4.1″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 13″ | 12.0″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 9.2 | 8.2 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 3 days | 6 days |
| Company – Score | 5.2 | 8.6 |
| Trial | 90 nights | 177 nights |
| Warranty | 10 years | 25% have lifetime warranties, average of other 75% of mattresses is 13 years |
How is Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid Different?
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid is a hybrid with performance that is lower than average and a price tag that is higher than average.
If you’re looking for a good value, this isn’t really what we want to see in terms of getting the most for your dollar.
Advantages
Price aside, there are still a few advantages to the Sealy Posturepedic Plus that might make it an attractive pick for you. Advantages include low levels of motion transfer and better sitting edge support.
This mattress also off-gasses faster than average by 3 full days.
In addition, this mattress is widely available in many physical stores, so you can try it more easily before you buy. This mattress and its variations goes by a number of different names.
- Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid
- Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid High Point
- Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid Albany
- Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid Brenham
Neutral Factors
The Posturepedic Plus has deep sinkage and low levels of bounce.
Disadvantages
There are numerous disadvantages to the Sealy Posturepedic Plus including worse cooling, a slower material response time, and lower than average sex score.
The worse sex score is a direct result of the lower bounce levels. If you’re specifically looking for less bounce, this may not bother you, but for an active and engaging sex surface, the Posturepedic Plus likely isn’t going to do it for you.
Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid High Point vs. Albany vs. Brenham
There are a few different versions of the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid on the market. They each have similar names and materials, but also a few differences to note.
The table below details the similarities and differences between these sub models. Each of these models would still be considered a Posturepedic Plus Hybrid.
The version we tested is the Albany version.
| Sealy Albany | Sealy Brenham | Sealy High Point | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Standard Support | Advanced Support | Ultimate Support |
| Profile Height | 13″ | 13.5″ | 14″ |
| Cooling | Cooling Cover | Cooling Cover | Cooling Cover + Cooling Foams |
| Memory Foam | 1.5” memory foam | 2.0” memory foam | 2.0″ memory foam + 0.5″ SealyChill |
| Premium Coils | Standard pocketed coils | Zoned pocketed coils | Zoned pocketed coils + reinforced edge support coils |
| Available Feels | Medium | Soft + Firm | Soft + Firm |
| Price | $1799 | $1999 | $2399 |
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid Albany is the least expensive version. It also has the thinner comfort layer, no zoned pocketed coils, and is only offered in a medium feel.
In the mid-tier we have the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid Brenham, which is 0.5” thicker than the Albany due to a 2.0” memory foam layer. In addition, it contains a zoned pocketed coil unit. Lastly, it is only available in a soft and firm feel.
Finally, we have the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid High Point. This is the thickest mattress at 14.0”, uses a thicker comfort layer, and according to Sealy includes “cooling foams”. Like the Brenham, the High Point also uses a zoned pocketed coil unit, but further enhances support with reinforced edge support coils. The High Point is only available in a soft and firm feel and is the most expensive at $2.4K for a Queen.
Cooling Test
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has mediocre cooling. During our tests, I felt moderate to high heat retention around my body.
Baseline Temp.
79.9° F
Max Temp.
93.7° F
Ending Temp.
82.2° F
The mattress just doesn’t seem to breathe well and the top layers felt quite warm directly against my body. The mattress uses a 1.5” memory foam as the top-most comfort layer.
Having a memory foam closer to the body can result in a warmer sleeping surface, as memory foam tends to retain more heat than other types of foam.
In addition to the memory foam top layer, the mattress contains 4.0” of total foam within the comfort layer.
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
None of the foams within the comfort layer look or feel particularly high quality. The two poly foam layers are quite “crunchy” in the way they feel. In my view, the foam quality is having a significant negative impact on cooling performance.
In our objective temperature tests, we measured a max surface level temperature of 93.7° F. This is 4.0° more than the average of 89.7° F, based on all of our tests to date.
Heat Dissipation Over Time
When we consider the combination of objective data, my subjective experiences, and an analysis of the materials, I’m confident in my view that cooling is mediocre.
Sinkage Test
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has deep sinkage. During our tests, we measured a pressure point sinkage depth of 2.36″. This is 0.21″ more sinkage than the average sinkage depth of 2.15″, based on all of our tests to date.
Sinkage Depth
2.36″
Sinkage Feel
Deep
The mattress creates a dramatic body contouring hug. Even relatively lightweight parts of my body are sinking down into the mattress and receiving a notable level of contour, including my ankles and elbows.
The level of sinkage is documented in the image below.
The combination of thin cover and 1.5” memory foam top layer causes the mattress to contour and conform to the exact shape of the body. Notably, the memory foam has a more classic and traditional memory foam feel.
This is neither good nor bad, but it is a more specific feel. You’ll need to like the feel of memory foam to be comfortable on the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid.
Motion Transfer Test
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has a very low level of motion transfer. During our tests, we measured a total acceleration range of 6.76 m/s². This is 23% less motion transfer than the average of 8.78 m/s².
Max. Acceleration
2.75 m/s²
Min. Acceleration
-4.01 m/s²
Accel. Range
6.76 m/s²
The more traditional memory foam layer within the comfort layer is greatly helping to reduce motion. Memory foam does a fantastic job at dispersing energy and bounce, which keeps motion held to a minimum.
In addition, the mattress has a lower than average level of bounce. The limited bounce is also a significant positive factor helping to reduce motion transfer.
The level of motion transfer is also documented in the video below.
In our motion transfer chart, which visualizes our accelerometer data, we can see the highest motion peaks from 0 to 0.14 seconds. Motion declines rapidly thereafter and by 0.58 seconds we’ve returned to near-zero levels of energy.
Both the motion peaks and motion duration are kept to a very reasonable level. Based on our objective data, I am confident in my view that motion transfer is very low.
Response Test
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has a fast mostly recovered response time and a moderate fully recovered response time.
Mostly Recovered
0.4 sec.
Complete Recovery
1.0 sec.
In our mostly recovered test, we measured a recovery speed of 0.4 seconds, which is the same as the average of 0.40 seconds, based on all of our tests to date.
In our fully recovered responsiveness test, we measured a recovery speed of 1.0 seconds, which is 0.10 seconds slower than the average of 0.90 seconds. The memory foam in the topmost layer is a more traditional type of memory foam.
As a result, it creates more hug, more contour, and takes a moment or two to rebound back to shape.
The level of responsiveness is documented in the video below.
Fortunately, this layer is backed by more responsive poly foam layers and the pocketed coil unit below. As a result, overall responsiveness is still quite fast, even if it’s not faster than average.
During our tests, I did not feel stuck in the mattress, nor was it different to move around on. Most sleepers should find the material responsiveness speed to be sufficiently fast enough.
Bounce Test
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has a low level of bounce. During our tests, we measured a total bounce height of 7.45″. This is 2.06″ less bounce than the average of 9.51″, based on all of our tests to date.
Max. Depth
5.69″
Max. Rebound
1.76″
Total Bounce
7.45″
Max. Sinkage Depth
Max Bounce Height
The 1.5” memory foam layer on top is having a significant impact on the level of bounce. This is a more traditional memory foam.
As a result, this foam greatly reduces bounce and does not significantly return energy. This reduced bounce is great for motion transfer. However, it’s not helpful for sex performance, as the lower bounce makes amorous activities more strenuous.
The level of bounce is also documented in the video below.
Ideally, I like to see 8-12” of total bounce height. Needless to say, at 7.45”, the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid isn’t creating an ideal level of bounce.
Edge Support Test
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has excellent sitting edge support and good lying edge support. In our sitting edge support test, we measured a sitting sinkage compression of 3.25″. This is 0.80″ less sitting sinkage than the average of 4.05″, based on all of our tests to date.
Max Sinkage
3.25″
Lying Support
Good
While sitting directly on the edge of the mattress I felt fully supported and there was no collapse of materials.
The level of edge support while seated is documented in the images below.
Sitting, 140 lbs.
Sitting, 200 lbs.
Lying edge support was good, though it didn’t quite rise to the same level as sitting edge support. While lying directly on the edge of the mattress I felt well supported.
Even so, it doesn’t feel quite as supportive as many other mattresses that earn “excellent” or “outstanding” lying edge support scores.
The level of edge support while lying is documented in the images below.
Lying on Edge, 140 lbs.
Lying on Edge, 200 lbs.
In my view, the deeper sinkage caused by the foam layers, as well as the relative foam quality (which leaves something to be desired), is the cause of the good, but not great lying edge support performance.
Notably, the Posturepedic Plus Hybrid uses two rows of reinforced edge support coils. These coils are having a significant impact. You can absolutely feel the additional support while lying and sitting.
Overall, I’m pleased with edge support performance and I expect most sleepers will find it satisfactory.
Sex Test
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has fair sex performance. On the positive side, noise is minimal, pressure relief is excellent, and edge support is notably better than average.
| Sex Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bounce | 65% | 7.1 | Moderate |
| Edge Support | 20% | 9.7 | Excellent |
| Noise | 5% | 10 | Minimal |
| Pressure Relief | 5% | 9.0 | Excellent |
| Cooling | 5% | 6.0 | Mediocre |
In our edge support test, we measured a sitting sinkage compression of just 3.25”. At this level, it notably extends the sexable surface area of the mattress.
That said, on the not-so-good side we have mediocre cooling performance and only moderate bounce.
In our tests, we measured a total bounce height of 7.45”. This is 2.06” less bounce than average. The lower bounce makes amorous activities more strenuous and difficult compared to mattresses with more bounce.
Pressure Relief Test
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has an excellent level of pressure relief. During our tests, I felt no significant pressure points anywhere on my body.
I found the mattress to be comfortable in all sleeping positions. The mattress is equipped with 4.0″ of comfort material, including a 1.5” memory foam layer. The 1.5” memory foam layer in particular is having a significant impact on performance.
Comfort Layer
4.0″
Support Layer
9.0″
The memory foam creates ample hug and body contouring. The memory foam layer coupled with the two poly foam layers also delivers a deep level of sinkage. This combination of sinkage, hug, and contour creates a fantastic comfort dynamic.
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid has 0.11″ less comfort material than the average comfort layer thickness of 4.11″, based on all of our tests to date. Despite this fact, the quantity of material didn’t seem to impact pressure relief performance.
In our pressure mapping tests, we measured a max PSI of 0.95. This is a very low level of objective pressure. A PSI of 2.0 is considered a high pressure point and no sleeping position came anywhere close to that level.
When I consider the material thickness, material quality, objective pressure maps, and my subjective experience on the mattress, I’m confident most sleepers will find the pressure relief to be excellent.
Pressure Map – Side Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Side Sleepers | 0.19 | 0.95 |
Pressure Map – Back Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Back Sleepers | 0.12 | 0.75 |
Pressure Map – Stomach Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Stomach Sleepers | 0.10 | 0.68 |
Off-Gassing Test
Off-gassing on the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid was strong right out of the bag and the odor lasted for 3 days.
Initial Smell Strength
Strong
Off-Gassing Period
3 days
This mattress ships uncompressed and, instead, arrives in a plastic bag the size of the full mattress.
We’ve tested over 270+ mattresses to date and of those mattresses, the majority ship vacuum-sealed and rolled into a box. The average off-gassing period is 6 days.
Based on these results, the Sealy off-gassed 3 days faster than average.
Company
Sealy mattresses come with a 90-night trial period and a 10-year warranty. Shipping is free, but if the mattress ends up not working out, returns will cost you $175.
| Company Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trial Period | 15% | 6.0 | 90 nights |
| Warranty | 10% | 8.0 | 10 years |
| Shipping | 5% | 10 | $0 |
| Returns | 20% | 5.0 | $175 |
| Trust | 50% | 4.0 | Terrible |
| Country of Origin | 0% | USA |
Comparing Sealy to the 80+ brands tested to date, Sealy struggles in many areas. The trial and warranty are both shorter than average.
For reference, the average trial is 177 nights and the average warranty is 13 years (excluding 25% of all mattresses that had a lifetime warranty).
Looking at 270+ mattresses tested to date, 80% offer free returns, 17% have paid returns, and 3% do not allow returns at all. Among those mattress brands that charge a fee to process a return, Sealy is the most expensive (tied with Tempurpedic, who is also $175).
How firm is Sealy Posturepedic Plus?
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid is available in 3 firmness levels, soft, medium, and firm. We tested the medium firmness, but we have provided estimates for the other two firmness levels as well (shown below).
Soft Version
Medium Version
Firm Version
Support & Sleeping Positions
Support on the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid is excellent. During our tests, I felt well-supported in all sleeping positions.
The mattress is equipped with a 9.0″ support layer. This is 1.11″ thicker than the average support layer thickness of 7.89″, based on all of our tests to date. Equally importantly, the mattress also has a 4.0″ comfort layer.
For a mattress to be supportive, it must be capable of creating sufficient comfort so sleepers can lie in the same position, while also achieving a neutral spinal alignment for sleepers.
Check out the table below to see the sleeper weights and sleeping positions that would be best suited for each firmness of this mattress.
Soft Version
| Sleeper Weight | Stomach Sleepers | Side Sleepers | Back Sleepers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 150 lbs. | Maybe | Yes | Maybe |
| 150-250 lbs. | No | Yes | No |
| 250-300 lbs. | No | Yes | No |
Medium Version
| 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 |
Firm Version
| Sleeper Weight | Stomach Sleepers | Side Sleepers | Back Sleepers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 150 lbs. | Yes | No | Yes |
| 150-250 lbs. | Yes | Maybe | Yes |
| 250-300 lbs. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
In our pressure tests, I felt ample pressure relief in all sleeping positions. Overall, I found the comfort dynamic on the mattress to be excellent and it works well to achieve full support.
The total profile height of the mattress is 13.0”, which is 0.96” thicker than the average total height of 12.04”, based on all of our tests.
Lastly, the mattress is available in a soft (4), medium (5.5), and firm (7). The three firmness levels ensure there is a support dynamic well-tuned to the needs of a wide range of sleeper preferences and positions.
Based on all of my tests to date, an analysis of the materials, and my subjective experiences, I’m confident most sleepers will find support on the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid is excellent.
Design
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus is a 13″ hybrid mattress that comes in three firmness levels—soft, medium, and firm.
Type
Hybrid
Thickness
13″
Firmness
4, 5.5, 7
Materials
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid is a 13″ hybrid with a combination of foam and coils. In total, there are five material layers beneath the cover. From top to bottom, the layers include:
- 1.5” memory foam
- 1.0” poly foam
- 1.5 poly foam
- 8.0” coil unit
- 1.0” support foam
The Law Tag outlines the full breakdown of materials included in this mattress.
- Materials
- 94% polyurethane foam pad
- 99% Polyurethane
- 1% Liquid gel
- Polyester Fiber Pad 6%
- Innerspring unit
- 94% polyurethane foam pad
- Made by: Sealy Mattress 125 S. 67th Ave Ste 150 Phoenix, AZ 85043
- Manufactured By: Sealy Mattress 125 S. 67th Ave Ste 150 Phoenix, AZ 85043
- Manufactured Date: 09/2024
- Date of Delivery: Left Blank
- Finished Size: 60” X 79”
- Net Weight Of Filling Mat: 96 lbs.
- Made In: USA
- Model: 527867
- Prototype ID: LX06
The Cover
The cover of the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid is a thin cooling cover, according to Sealy. Despite the design intention, we found cooling performance on this mattress is poor. The cover is likely not the only material to blame for the heat retention we felt, but it certainly doesn’t do the Sealy any favors, as intended.
The Comfort Layer
The comfort layer of this mattress includes a 1.5” memory foam followed by two poly foam layers, a 1.0″ poly foam and a 1.5″ poly foam.
The bottom 1.5″ poly foam layer definitely has a firmer feel than the 1.0″ poly foam layer.
This material helps to provide transitional support as sleepers engage deeper into the support layer of the mattress.
The Support Layer
The support layer of the Posturepedic Plus is a 8.0″ coil unit followed by a 1.0″ support foam base. This is a pretty typical material construction (and thickness) for a hybrid.
Product Evolution
The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid was released in February 2021. Since hitting the market, there have been no major design or material changes made to the mattress.
One note, there is mention of a similar version of this mattress dating back as far as 2018, although it is unclear if this version included the exact same materials and composition.
Other Mattresses to Consider
Not sure if the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid is the right pick for you? Check out these three other top-rated hybrid mattresses for alternatives you may want to consider.
For Performance
Winkbed
9.82 Overall Score
The Winkbed is a 14″ hybrid with exceptional performance and a lower price tag. To date, the Winkbed is the best performing mattress we’ve tested to date (considering all mattress types, not just hybrids). Like the Sealy, this mattress is also available in three firmness levels, making it a suitable mattress for a wide range of sleepers.
For Less Sinkage
Leesa Original Hybrid
9.16 Overall Score
The Leesa Original Hybrid is an 11″ hybrid mattress with better performance than the Sealy and also a lower price tag. This mattress has less sinkage and significantly more bounce than the Sealy Hybrid, giving it a very different feel. It comes in a single firmness and has a medium-firm feel (6 out of 10).
For Savings
Helix Midnight
8.93 Overall Score
The Helix Midnight is a 12″ hybrid made of memory foam, poly foam, and a pocketed coil base. It has minimal sinkage and high levels of bounce. This mattress comes in under $1000, making it our pick for a budget hybrid. Granted, if you’re looking for deeper sinkage and contour, the Midnight might not satisfy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Check out some of the top FAQs on the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid mattress below and get the answers you’re looking for.
Here are the current prices, with any sales or promotions reflected below:
Twin: N/A
Twin XL: $1679
Full: $1689
Queen: $1699
King: $2199
Cal. King: $2199
Split King: $3358
Split CA King: $3358
*Note: Sales prices are subject to change without notice or warning.
