The best hybrid mattresses

My wife and I slept on the Leesa Hybrid, formerly called the "Sapira," for about a year. We have different body types and sleeping styles. I sleep on my side and stomach, weigh 250 pounds, and am 6-feet tall. She's a back sleeper with a weight that is proportional to her tall frame. Despite these differences, and after testing other hybrid mattresses, this one from Leesa became the overall favorite when it comes to comfort.

The Leesa Hybrid does an exceptional job of dissipating heat, so my usually hot body can stay cool. I put it through motion transfer and edge support tests, and the mattress passed with flying colors, making it a smart choice for couples.

Per the company's recommendation, I used a "firm, flat, and sturdy" foundation to support the average-firmness mattress. Specifically, I tried the Leesa Foundation. It worked, but there were several minor issues that I cover in my full Leesa Hybrid review.

Leesa provides a risk-free, 100-night trial and backs the bed with a 10-year warranty. Setting up the mattress and foundation wasn't too hard, but you might consider the $150 white-glove service, which includes removal of your old bed.

We're so impressed by the Leesa Hybrid mattress that we've named it our best overall mattress across all categories in our overarching buying guide to the best mattresses.

Pros: Great edge support, impressive cooling abilities, excellent motion transfer isolation, works for a wide array of sleepers

Cons: The mattress may be too firm for side sleepers with petite frames

Allswell is a Walmart brand that popped up in 2018, to provide high-quality bed-in-a-box mattresses at low costs. The Allswell Supreme Mattress is the top-of-the-line model. The 14-inch bed has five layers: quilted top cover, built-in Euro top, graphite and copper gel-infused memory foam, Energex foam (a type of memory foam), and individually-wrapped pocket coils.

In my tests, the five layers added up to a supportive firmness that felt good both on my side and stomach. The edge support was impressive and the motion transfer was satisfactory, which makes this a very good solution for couples. However, I didn't like that the mattress held onto my body heat. In the summer, I'd add a cooling mattress topper to combat this.

Other reviewers reported similar findings. The Sleep Sherpa noted that it's soft yet supportive, and feels equally good on his stomach and side.

Pros: Affordable, features graphite and copper gel-infused memory foam and pocket coils, great edge support, 100-night risk-free trial, medium firmness, 10-year warranty

Cons: Not available in any showrooms, heavy, sleeps a little hot

I'm a fan of Casper. The company disrupted the mattress business and has remained atop the bed-in-a-box industry since it released its flagship all-foam mattress in 2014. Casper has since expanded its lineup and now offers a hybrid option. I've tried both, and while I think most people will prefer the all-foam option, the Casper Hybrid Mattress felt better for my sleeping needs.

The Casper Hybrid features four layers of CertiPUR-US certified memory foam along with individually wrapped coils for 12 inches of support. I was impressed with how well the mattress promotes airflow, which kept me cool. The Casper Hybrid is slightly softer than the industry average but is ideal for my side and stomach sleeping. I'm not sure I would recommend it for couples, though, since it failed my motion transfer tests, and the edge support is good enough but not outstanding.

Backed by a 100-night risk-free trial and 10-year warranty, you can try it at home before you commit for the long term. Casper products can also be found in over 1,000 Target stores as well as the company's own brick-and-mortar stores if you'd rather try the mattress at a store.

Pros: 100-night risk-free trial, good edge support, ideal for side sleepers, 12 inches thick with supportive coils and four breathable foam layers

Cons: Edge support has some room for improvement, mattress weight makes it hard to rotate and lift, failed motion transfer tests

Makers of the top-rated Helix Dusk and Helix Luxe Dusk, Helix is known for producing high-quality mattresses. With the Birch Mattress, the company sought to offer an environmentally-conscious alternative. Made out of high-quality steel, wool, natural latex, and organic cotton, Helix backs it with a 25-year warranty and you can test it out for 100 nights risk-free.

The mattress is available with a plush pillow-top for $400 extra. I tested it with and without the pillow-top and found the mattress on its own felt great when I slept on my stomach, thanks to its above-average firmness. But, sleeping on my side was more comfortable when I added the pillow top. The mattress is great for couples thanks to its edge support and motion transfer isolation — it passed my tests with flying colors. The bed does trap heat to an extent, but it is not terrible.

Pros: Optional pillow top for a softer feel, terrific motion transfer isolation, made of natural materials, above-average firmness, exceptional bounce, Greenguard Gold certified

Cons: May be too firm for side sleepers without pillow-top

My wife sometimes wakes up before I do, but I don't notice because the Tempur-Pedic PRObreeze Mattress isolates motion so well. It easily passed my motion transfer tests, and the PRObreeze feels cooler than most beds. However, I've noticed that it holds some of my body heat in-between waking up and returning to bed when I use the bathroom at night; it isn't to my personal liking, but everyone's preferences are different.

The 12-inch-thick PRObreeze is composed of several layers to achieve its cooling and comfort attributes. Tempur-Pedic backs the mattress with a 10-year warranty and provides a 90-day risk-free trial. And, there are hundreds of stores across the US where you can try the bed out.

Included in the price is white-glove delivery, which is nice because my wife and I would have struggled with the hefty king-size mattress. If you like to read or watch TV in bed and have a sizeable budget, I recommend the Tempur-Ergo Extend foundation because I appreciate the built-in Sleeptracker and anti-snoring features.

One drawback to the PRObreeze is that it is only available with medium firmness.

Another con: We wish it had better edge support. While we think this Tempur-Pedic is a well-designed mattress if the price isn't a concern, sleepers who run hot should also consider the less-expensive Casper Hybrid Mattress.

Pros: Free white-glove delivery, outstanding motion transfer isolation, excellent for petite body frames and side sleepers, good cooling

Cons: Only one firmness option, so-so edge support

While researching this guide, we considered dozens of mattress models and brands. There were several more that we could have easily included in the guide. Here are five that barely missed the cut:

• Saatva Classic: There's a lot to like about the Saatva Classic Mattress. There are three firmness and two thickness options to pick from for a custom experience. It has a nice bounce. Plus, it comes with a 120-night trial and free delivery includes in-home set-up and mattress removal. However, the big downsides are that the mattress isn't ideal for heavier individuals over 200 pounds, and if you want to return your mattress during the trial period, you have to pay a $99 transportation fee.
• Bear: The Bear Hybrid has thermal foam layers to help regulate body temperature, Celliant fibers to promote faster post-workout recovery and healing, and many layers of springs and foam for a custom sleep experience. We reviewed the Bear Hybrid and appreciated how it helped soothe back pain.
• Avocado: Environmentally-conscious individuals can rest easy with the Avocado Green Mattress since it's made of natural materials. It also has a great combination of support and comfort that will fit a wide array of sleeping styles. Perhaps most impressively, you can try the mattress risk-free for up to a year. And, if you decide to keep it, the bed is backed with a 25-year warranty. The main negative with this model is that there are complaints of poor motion transfer isolation.
• Helix Midnight: This bed has a surprisingly low price point for what you get. Helix uses high-quality CertiPUR-US certified materials, and it comes with two pillows and a 100-night risk-free trial. However, there are a few customer complaints about the mattress not offering enough support, and it tends to trap heat. We think you'd be better off spending a little more and getting the Birch Mattress from Helix.
• Brooklyn Aurora: Brooklyn Bedding has earned a name for itself with cost-effective and comfortable bedding, pillows, and mattresses. The company offers five hybrid options that are all terrific, but the Aurora is their most popular. One of the most impressive features of the Aurora is its cooling technology that is designed to keep hot sleepers at their ideal temperature all night long. For more about this mattress, read our full review.

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