Best For
- Fast material response time
- Good pressure relief, while maintaining a firm feel
- High bounce can be good for couples as it facilitates improved dance without pants performance
Considerations
- Firm feel may not be suitable for side sleepers
- Higher levels of motion transfer than average
- Cooling performance was a bit lacking
Our Verdict
The Titan Plus mattress is an 11″ hybrid mattress with a quilted cover, poly foam comfort layer, and pocketed coil support base.
This mattress has minimal sinkage and a moderate level of bounce. It has a floating feel when lying on the mattress so you’ll want to make sure that’s what you’re looking for before purchasing this mattress.
It is available in a single firmness, 8 out of 10, with a firm feel. This makes it a good mattress for back or stomach sleepers especially.
In performance tests, the Titan Plus scored an overall score of 8.71, ranking this mattress in the top 41% of all mattresses tested to date. Compared to just hybrids, it is within the top 41% as well.
When we consider price, the mattress is priced slightly below average—29% less than the average hybrid mattress (a savings of $392 for a queen mattress).
Type: Hybrid
Firmness: Firm (8)
Best For: Back or Stomach Sleepers, 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 | Titan Plus | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 8.71 | 8.53 |
| Price (Queen) | $874 | $1,398 (Hybrid only) |
| Cooling – Score | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 1.83″ | 2.16″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Minimal | Moderate |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 7.7 | 8.2 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 10.02 m/s² | 8.75 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 9.6 | 8.8 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.2 sec. | 0.4 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 0.7 sec. | 1.0 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 11.35″ | 9.26″ |
| Bounce – Feel | High | Moderate |
| Edge Support – Score | 9.1 | 8.6 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.75″ | 4.04″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Excellent | Good |
| Sex – Score | 9.4 | 8.3 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 3.0″ | 4.2″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 11″ | 12.1″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.6 | 8.2 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 5 days | 7 days |
| Company – Score | 9.1 | 8.6 |
| Trial | 120 nights | 178 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 29% have lifetime warranties, average of other 71% of mattresses is 13 years |
How is Titan Plus Different?
The Titan Plus is an 11″ hybrid mattress with an overall performance that is slightly more than average and a price tag that is 29% below average—for a savings of $392 (on a queen size mattress).
Advantages
Aside from financial advantages, other perks of the Titan Plus mattress include a faster material response time, better edge support, and a higher sex score (thanks to the high bounce, no doubt). This mattress also has a higher pressure relief score, despite having a thinner comfort layer (only 3.0″ compared to the 4.1″ average).
Neutral Factors
This mattress has minimal sinkage and high levels of bounce. It has a bit of a floating feel and is very active as sleepers move around. These are not necessarily disadvantages, but certainly worth considering when deciding if the Titan Plus is right for you.
Disadvantages
Disadvantages of the Titan Plus include worse cooling performance and higher levels of motion transfer. It also has a shorter trial period. And if the mattress ends up not working out, you’ll need to pay a $99 return fee.
Cooling Test
The Titan Plus mattress has a good level of cooling performance, though it doesn’t quite rise to the “excellent” or “outstanding” level.
During our tests, I felt a slight level of heat retention around my body. The mattress uses gel foam, which helps mitigate heat.
Baseline Temp.
76.9° F
Max Temp.
90.4° F
Ending Temp.
79.8° F
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 addition, it’s a hybrid design, which brings extra airflow into the mattress. Lastly, the mattress creates more of a floating feeling, which improves cooling by limiting the amount of material wrapping around the body.
All that said, this combination of materials and feel just wasn’t enough to deliver an incredible cooling performance.
In our objective temperature testing, we measured a max surface level temperature of 90.4°F, which is 0.8° warmer than the average of 89.6° F.
After getting off the mattress the temperature declined by 4.7° from minutes 0 to 1, which is exactly average, based on all of our tests to date.
Heat Dissipation Over Time
Notably, we tested the standard cover on the Titan Plus. The mattress is also available with an optional cooling cover.
We’ve tested this cooling cover on other mattresses and it is a substantial improvement, improving the cooling score by a full 1 point on our cooling tests. For those who are more sensitive to heat it would be worth adding the optional cooling cover.
Sinkage Test
The Titan Plus has a minimal level of sinkage. During our tests, we measured a pressure point sinkage test of 1.83”. This is 0.32” less sinkage than the average of 2.15”.
Sinkage Depth
1.83″
Sinkage Feel
Minimal
The level of sinkage is documented in the image below.
The mattress creates a notable floating feel, where the body lies more “on” the mattress as opposed to sinking down “in” the mattress. In addition, the Titan Plus has very little body contouring hug.
It’s got a fairly standard firm feel that floats the body, creating minimal sinkage.
Motion Transfer Test
The Titan Plus has a moderate level of motion transfer. During our tests, we measured 10.02 m/s² of acceleration range. This is 12.2% more motion transfer than the average of 8.79 m/s².
Max. Acceleration
4.51 m/s²
Min. Acceleration
-5.51 m/s²
Accel. Range
10.02 m/s²
Mattresses designed for plus-sized sleepers often struggle with motion, as the materials and design required to tune the mattress for heavier-weighted bodies also create higher motion.
The level of motion transfer is also documented in the video below.
The combination of firmer feel, minimal sinkage, and a limited comfort layer are all contributing to the higher motion transfer.
In our motion transfer chart, which visualizes our accelerometer data, we can see the highest motion from 0 to 0.15 seconds.
There is a small secondary motion spike from 0.53 to 0.68 seconds and by 0.98 seconds we’ve returned to near zero levels of energy. Neither the motion spikes nor motion duration are particularly great. Those who are sensitive to motion may simply find it’s too much.
Response Test
The Titan Plus has a very fast material responsiveness. During our mostly recovered test, we measured a material recovery of 0.2 seconds, which is 0.21 seconds faster than the average of 0.41 seconds.
Mostly Recovered
0.2 sec.
Complete Recovery
0.7 sec.
The level of responsiveness is documented in the video below.
In our fully recovered test, we measured a recovery speed of 0.7 seconds, which is 0.2 seconds faster than the average of 0.90 seconds. While the responsiveness speeds aren’t instant, they are still plenty fast enough.
The rapid response ensures sleepers will never feel stuck in the mattress and it’s easy to move around on. I expect most sleepers will find the material response to be perfectly acceptable.
Bounce Test
The Titan Plus has a high level of bounce. In our tests, we measured a total bounce height of 11.35”. This is 1.82” more bounce than the average of 9.53”.
Max. Depth
4.95″
Max. Rebound
6.40″
Total Bounce
11.35″
Max. Sinkage Depth
Max Bounce Height
As with motion transfer, the materials and design aspects that create the right construction for heavier-weighted bodies also create a higher level of bounce.
The level of bounce is also documented in the video below.
The firm feel, minimal sinkage, limited foam comfort layer, and stiffer more supportive coil unit are all working together to create higher-than-average bounce.
The increased bounce ensures the mattress is easy to move around on and also greatly enhances the dance without pants.
Edge Support Test
The Titan Plus has excellent edge support for both sitting and lying. In our sitting edge support test, we measured a sitting sinkage compression of 3.75”. This is 0.29” less bounce than the average of 4.04”.
Max Sinkage
3.75″
Lying Support
Excellent
Even while sitting directly on the edge of the mattress it retains its shape and full support. Lying edge support is equally as good. While lying directly on the edge of the mattress I felt well supported in all sleeping positions.
The level of edge support while seated is documented in the images below.
Sitting, 140 lbs.
Sitting, 200 lbs.
The level of edge support while lying is documented in the images below.
Lying on Edge, 140 lbs.
Lying on Edge, 200 lbs.
The mattress doesn’t use any type of reinforced coils along the edge. However, it makes sense in a case like this, as all of the coils are effectively reinforced.
The coil layer is tuned to the needs of heavier-weighted bodies, so whether those coils are in the middle of the mattress or along the edges, they have extra support. As a result, we found edge support for both sitting and lying to be fantastic.
Sex Test
The Titan Plus has excellent sex performance. The mattress has a very high-level bounce at 11.35”. In addition, edge support has strong support with just 3.75” of compression while sitting directly on the edge.
| Sex Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bounce | 65% | 9.6 | Very High |
| Edge Support | 20% | 9.1 | Excellent |
| Noise | 5% | 10 | Minimal |
| Pressure Relief | 5% | 9.0 | Excellent |
| Cooling | 5% | 8.0 | Good |
The great edge support and high bounce greatly carry the overall sex score. From there noise earned a perfect 10 and both cooling and pressure relief had solid marks.
For most sleepers, the amorous performance should be more than satisfactory.
Pressure Relief Test
The Titan Plus has excellent pressure relief. During our tests, I felt no significant level of pressure point build-up.
Comfort Layer
3.0″
Support Layer
8.0″
The mattress is equipped with a 3.0” comfort layer consisting of a 1.0” quilted cover and 2.0” poly foam layer (TitanFlex foam). This is 1.1” thinner than the average comfort layer thickness of 4.1”. Nevertheless, the performance was really impressive.
Often, mattresses tuned for heavier weighted bodies can really struggle with pressure relief, as there is this natural push and pull between creating enough support while also creating sufficient pressure relief.
The Titan Plus does a wonderful job and rides that line well. The mattress has ample support and a firm feel, but still feels comfortable to lie on, doing a nice job of alleviating pressure points.
In my view, this speaks to the quality of both the comfort and support materials. Most sleepers who are comfortable on the 8 out of 10 firm feel will find the pressure relief to be sufficient.
Pressure Map – Side Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Side Sleepers | 0.24 | 1.39 |
Pressure Map – Back Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Back Sleepers | 0.14 | 1.02 |
Pressure Map – Stomach Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Stomach Sleepers | 0.14 | 2.03 |
Off-Gassing Test
Off-gassing on the Titan Plus hybrid is strong right out of the box. The odor lasted for 5 days before fully dissipating.
Initial Smell Strength
Strong
Off-Gassing Period
5 days
Compared to the average off-gassing duration of 6 days, the Titan Plus is slightly faster than average.
Company
Titan mattresses come with a 120-night trial period and a lifetime warranty. The initial shipping is free but returns cost $99 if you decide that the mattress is not a good fit.
| Company Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trial Period | 15% | 8.0 | 120 nights |
| Warranty | 10% | 10 | Lifetime |
| Shipping | 5% | 10 | $0 |
| Returns | 20% | 7.0 | $99 |
| Trust | 50% | 10 | Outstanding |
| Country of Origin | 0% | USA |
Compared to average, the Titan trial is 28% shorter than average.
The warranty is among the 29% of mattresses we’ve tested that have lifetime durations, and the average of the other 76% of mattresses is 13 years.
How firm is Titan Plus?
The Titan Plus is available in a single firmness, 8 out of 10, and the mattress has a firm feel.
This firmness is generally suitable for heavier sleepers or those who sleep on their stomach or back.
Support & Sleeping Positions
The Titan Plus has an outstanding level of support. During our tests, I felt well-supported in all sleeping positions. The mattress is equipped with an 8.0” pocketed coil unit.
This coil unit uses reinforced coils that deliver an incredible level of support for even the heaviest-weighted bodies.
Whether I was lying along the edge or in the center of the mattress, the Titan Plus was able to create fantastic support.
On average, support layers are 7.9” thick, based on all of our tests to date. At 8.0” thick, the Titan Plus is just a touch thicker than the average. The Titan Plus has a firm feel at an 8 out of 10 on the firmness scale, where 10 is the most firm.
This is a fairly firm feel that many back and stomach sleepers can enjoy, however, it’s going to be too firm for most side sleepers.
For heavier-weighted bodies a little extra firmness can help to create better support. Even so, I would advise caution for all side sleepers considering the Titan Plus.
Check out the table below to see the sleeper weights and sleeping positions that would be best suited for this mattress.
| Sleeper Weight | Stomach Sleepers | Side Sleepers | Back Sleepers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 150 lbs. | Yes | No | Yes |
| 150-250 lbs. | Yes | No | Yes |
| 250-300 lbs. | Yes | No | Yes |
Design
The Titan Plus is a hybrid mattress that is 11″ thick and has a firm feel (8 out of 10 on the firmness scale). This mattress is designed for back or stomach sleepers who are specifically looking for minimal sinkage that maintains spinal alignment.
Type
Hybrid
Thickness
11″
Firmness
8
Materials
This mattress has a very simple design, with only three layers that make up the 11″ thickness. From top to bottom, layers include:
- 1.0” quilted cover
- 2.0” poly foam
- 8.0” pocketed coils
The Law Tag outlines the full breakdown of materials included in this mattress.
- Materials
- Coil spring unit
- 95.0% Polyurethane foam
- 5.0% blended fiber batting
- Made for: Brooklyn Bedding 5301 W Bethany Home Rd Glendale, AZ 85301
- Date of Delivery: 05/24/2024
- Finished Size: 80 in x 60 in
- Net Weight of Mat: 126.25 lbs 0 oz.
- Manufactured By: 3Z Brands 5301 W Bethany Home Rd Glendale, AZ 85301
- Model ID: BBTI1150
The Cover
The Titan cover is made of a white fabric that is thin, breathable, and has a good stretch to it.
It is plush and contains a blended fiber batting that gives the cover a 1.0″ loft. The cover is diamond-quilted for a cohesive look across the body of the mattress.
Despite the 1.0″ thickness, this isn’t a cover that you’re going to sink into. The mattress maintains minimal sinkage and has a floating feel on the surface.
The Comfort Layer
The comfort layer of the Titan is a single 2.0″ poly foam layer beneath the quilted cover.
This single 2.0″ layer is the only foam that separates the quilted cover from the support layer below.
The Support Layer
The support layer is entirely made of coils. This zoned pocketed coil system uses 8.0″ coils that react independently from the surrounding coils.
For example, pressure applied at the midsection would affect the coils located in that zone only and allow the coils located at the head and foot of the mattress to respond to specific pressure points in that zone.
Product Evolution
The Titan Plus has been around since 2019. At the initial launch, it was called the Titan and it was the only mattress in the Titan series.
The name changed to the Titan Firm when the Titan Luxe Hybrid was introduced, which offered the Titan design in a varying firmness level.
More recently, the name changed once again when the Titan Firm was renamed the Titan Plus in mid-2022.
In 2024, the Titan Plus had a material change that removed the bottom 2.0″ support foam and made the support coils 2.0″ thicker.
Here is a full performance comparison between the 2022 Titan Plus and the 2024 version.
| Factor | Titan Plus (2024) | Titan Plus (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 8.71 | 8.58 |
| Price (Queen) | $1,049 | $999 |
| Cooling – Score | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 1.83″ | 1.97″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Minimal | Minimal |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 7.7 | 6.0 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 10.02 m/s² | 14.00 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 9.6 | 9.2 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.2 sec. | 0.3 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 0.7 sec. | 0.7 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 11.35″ | 12.83″ |
| Bounce – Feel | High | Very High |
| Edge Support – Score | 9.1 | 10 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 3.75″ | 2.25″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Excellent | Outstanding |
| Sex – Score | 9.4 | 9.9 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 9.0 | 8.0 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 3.0″ | 3.0″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 11″ | 11″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.6 | 8.3 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 5 days | 6 days |
| Company – Score | 9.1 | 9.5 |
| Trial | 120 nights | 120 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 10 years |
Other Mattresses to Consider
Not sure if the Titan Plus is the right pick for you? Check out these three other top-rated firm hybrid mattresses you may want to consider.
For Value
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid
8.88 Overall Score
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid is a 12″ hybrid with a 4.0″ comfort layer and great balanced performance. It comes in three firmness levels, but the “Firm” version would be more comparable to the Titan Plus. This mattress has moderate sinkage and can be a good option if you’re looking for a bit more contour at a similar price point.
For Performance
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe
9.33 Overall Score
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is a 13.25″ hybrid that is available in three firmness levels. For a mattress comparable to the Titan Plus, I would recommend the firm version. This mattress has higher performance than Titan, although the price tag is also a bit higher ($1,699 for a queen).
For Flippable
Nest Bedding Raven
8.68 Overall Score
The Nest Bedding Raven is a 10″ hybrid mattress with a flippable design that gives the mattress two alternating feels. One side of the mattress is medium-firm (6) and the opposite side is firm (8). This mattress is great for sleepers who have varying needs or want a mattress for a guest room, where sleeper preferences sometimes change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Check out some of the top FAQs on the Titan Plus mattress below and get the answers you’re looking for.
Here are the current prices, with any sales or promotions reflected below:
Twin: $524
Twin XL: $599
Full: $749
Queen: $936
King: $1,124
Cal. King: $1,124
Short Queen (60×75): $936
Split Cal King (36×84): $1,198
RV King (72×80): $1,124
*Note: Sales prices are subject to change without notice or warning.
The Titan Plus has a firm feel (8 out of 10) compared to the Titan Plus Luxe which has a medium-firm feel (6 out of 10). The Plus Luxe has a thicker 4.0 comfort layer which can offer better pressure relief for lighter sleepers.
The Plus Luxe combines gel memory foam, a latex-like poly foam, and a transitional poly foam above the coils. For comparison, the Titan Plus has only a 3.0″ comfort layer made of a simple 2.0″ poly foam and a 1.0″ quilted cover.
It takes only a couple of minutes for a Titan mattress to fully expand, once the vacuum seal has been broken. After it is fully expanded, it will take approximately 6 days for the mattress to fully off-gas.
Titan mattresses are made in the Phoenix, Arizona, USA, and fabricated by 3Z Brands.
The Titan Plus Hybrid mattress is designed to support sleepers up to 1,000 lbs, or 500 lbs. per side.
Heavier sleepers, 250 lbs. or more generally benefit from firmer mattresses compared to lightweight sleepers. Extra weight can sink deeper into soft mattresses which may cause back pain, spinal alignment issues, and painful pressure points. Firmer mattresses help to prevent that by providing better support.
