Saatva Mattress Review: Test Lab Ratings

Overall Rating

9.5

Price Range: $1,195 – $2,690

Mattress Type: Innerspring

Firmness Options: Soft (3), Medium Firm (6), Firm (8)

Who It’s Best For: Back and stomach sleepers, hot sleepers, couples

At A Glance

High-end materials, thoughtful design, and White Glove delivery all come together to make the Saatva Classic one of our top-tested and favorite premium mattresses. Its innovative microcoils give it a unique source of support and bounce, and you can choose from three different firmness options.

Ratings Summary

💤 Motion Isolation

6.5/10
🛏️ Edge Support

8.5/10
🌬️ Temperature Control

10/10
🤸 Ease of Movement

8.5/10
💪 Durability

8/10
💆 Pressure Relief

8/10

Pros

✅ Three different firmness options suit a variety of sleepers
✅ Great temperature control
✅ Free White Glove delivery and 365-night trial for all orders

Cons

❌ Fans of close-conforming memory foam won’t like the more responsive surface
❌ Firmer models don’t provide great pressure relief

Founded in 2010, Saatva specializes in direct-to-consumer luxury mattresses. The company sells several mattress models, including the all-foam Loom & Leaf, the latex Zenhaven, the adjustable airbed Solaire, and the flagship hybrid, the Saatva Classic.

Named on our Best Mattress of 2025 list, the Saatva Classic combines a foam-cushioned Euro-top with two coil layers. The mattress comes in three firmness levels: Plush Soft, Luxury Firm, and Firm. These options correspond to soft (3 on the 10-point firmness scale where 10 is firmest), medium firm (6), and firm (8), respectively.

The Classic is also available in two height options: 11.5 inches and 14.5 inches. While the 11.5-inch version falls in the average thickness range, the 14.5-inch option is high-profile and may require deeper sheets.

This review will discuss the Saatva Classic’s construction, performance, sizing, pricing, customer reviews, and company policies. We’ll also highlight how the different versions of the mattress vary in performance and which types of sleepers are best suited to each.

Choose Plush Soft if:

– You weigh less than 130 pounds.
– You sleep on your side.
– You prefer a plush feel.

Choose Luxury Firm if:

– You weigh between 130 and 230 pounds.
– You’re a combination sleeper who uses more than one position.
– You want a balance of contouring and support.

Choose Firm if:

– You weigh more than 230 pounds.
– You sleep on your back or stomach.
– You want extra support from your mattress.

Sleeping Style and Body Weight

Your weight and the sleep position you use are going to impact which mattresses feel most comfortable. While everyone has subjective preferences for what feels comfortable, people with the same sleep positions and similar body types are going to share certain needs as sleepers. If you aren’t satisfied with your Saatva Classic’s firmness level at first, you may exchange it for a softer or firmer model during the sleep trial period.

Saatva Classic - 11.5" - Plush Soft

Sleeper Type	Under 130 lbs	130-230 lbs	Above 230 lbs
Side Sleepers	10/10	7/10	5.5/10
Back Sleepers	7/10	5.5/10	5.5/10
Stomach Sleepers	7/10	5.5/10	4/10

Saatva Classic - 11.5" - Luxury Firm

Sleeper Type	Under 130 lbs	130-230 lbs	Above 230 lbs
Side Sleepers	8.5/10	9/10	8.5/10
Back Sleepers	9/10	8.5/10	7.5/10
Stomach Sleepers	9.5/10	8.5/10	7.5/10

Saatva Classic - 11.5" - Firm

Sleeper Type	Under 130 lbs	130-230 lbs	Above 230 lbs
Side Sleepers	5.5/10	7/10	10/10
Back Sleepers	5.5/10	8.5/10	10/10
Stomach Sleepers	5.5/10	8.5/10	10/10

Side Sleepers

When it comes to side sleepers under 130 pounds, the Plush Soft version of the Saatva is best suited for the job. If the Plush Soft option feels too soft, the Luxury Firm version should also perform well for lighter side sleepers.

Those who weigh between 130 and 230 pounds will likely find the Luxury Firm version to be their best bet. It shares the softer foam used in the Plush Soft construction for pressure relief while having a firmer, more supportive feel. The Plush Soft and Firm options may also work for side sleepers in this range.

Side sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds will probably prefer the Firm version of the Saatva. That said, the Luxury Firm option may also be a great choice if the regular Firm feels too stiff.

Lab Notes

Our testing found the layers of polyfoam and the coil core allow the shoulders and hips of side sleepers to sink in comfortably. The hips of back sleepers remain supported but soft foam cushions these sleepers to give them some contouring. The perimeter of the Saatva’s two spring layers feature a foam wrapping that helps reduce sagging around the edges, giving the Saatva above-average edge support.

Back Sleepers

For back sleepers under 130 pounds, both the Plush Soft and Luxury Firm Saatva models will meet their needs. Both have strong support systems balanced by softer cushioning foams.

Back sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds will likely find the Luxury Firm Saatva to be the best combination of support, firmness, and contouring out of the three. The Plush Soft and regular Firm options are both close seconds.

Back sleepers over 230 pounds will probably find the Firm version of the Saatva to have the right amount of firmness and support. The Luxury Firm may be a better option for heavier back sleepers who prefer a softer mattress.

Stomach Sleepers

Stomach sleepers under 130 pounds will likely have success sleeping on both the Plush Soft and Luxury Firm versions of the Saatva, depending on firmness preference. The Firm Saatva has the same support core as the others but a significantly firmer feel that may be too hard for lighter sleepers.

Stomach sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds should consider both the Luxury Firm and Firm versions. Both provide the robust support and firmer feel stomach sleepers tend to prefer.

Those who sleep on their stomachs and weigh over 230 pounds are probably best suited to the Firm version of the Saatva. While the Luxury Firm and Plush Soft options have the same support system, they may feel too soft to prevent excessive sink.

Saatva Mattress Review Breakdown

The Saatva Classic is a hybrid mattress featuring a comfort layer with fiber fill, polyfoam, memory foam, and pocketed microcoils along with a support system of hourglass coils. The mattress comes in three firmness levels — Plush Soft (3), Luxury Firm (6), and Firm (8) — and heights of 11.5 and 14.5 inches.

A knit cover constructed of organic cotton enrobes the sleep surface. This material allows airflow into the mattress while feeling soft to the touch.

All three firmness levels have similar comfort systems that include a Euro-top with sewn-in cushioning. The Plush Soft and Luxury Firm versions use 1.25 inches of soft polyfoam, while the Firm version uses 1.5 inches of firm polyfoam. All firmness options also include fiber fill to cushion the surface of the mattress.

Beneath the Euro-top, layers of polyfoam and memory foam provide additional plushness. The memory foam also provides targeted support to the lumbar region and promotes proper spinal alignment. Next, a transitional layer of 14.5-gauge foam-encased coils adjusts to the sleeper’s body while supporting strong air circulation throughout. This coil gauge strikes a balance between responsiveness and contouring.

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Each version of the mattress uses a support core of 13-gauge hourglass coils. These coils are crafted to make the mattress more durable while allowing for significant airflow. The 11.5-inch version uses a 4-inch layer of coils, while the 14.5-inch version uses a 7-inch layer. The base uses thin loft and fiber pads to support the coil system, and a foam encasement wraps around the perimeter to reinforce the edge.

Firmness	Soft – 3 (Plush Soft option) Medium Firm – 6 (Luxury Firm option) Firm – 8 (Firm option)
Mattress Type	Hybrid
Construction	The Saatva Mattress is constructed of several layers that include polyfoam, memory foam, and two coil systems. Cover Material: Knit Organic Cotton Comfort Layer: Plush Soft and Luxury Firm: Euro-Top with Sewn-In Material (1.25" Soft Polyfoam, 0.75" Fiber Fill, 1 oz. Dacron) 0.625" Polyfoam 0.375" Memory Foam Lumbar Pad Firm: Euro-Top with Sewn-In Material (1.5" Polyfoam, 0.75" Fiber Fill) 0.625" Polyfoam 0.375" Memory Foam Lumbar Pad Transition Layer: Pocketed Microcoils Support Core: 4" or 7" Hourglass Coils (13 Gauge), 0.5" Loft Pad and 0.875" Fiber Pad, with Foam Perimeter Encasement

Frequently Asked Questions

The Saatva Classic has a higher price point because of its luxury, unique design, which features micro coil layers and perks like free White Glove delivery. In our tests, it performed consistently well across all categories and is available in three different firmness options to accommodate a variety of sleepers. All that being said, the true value of a mattress depends on your personal needs and priorities, and, for budget-conscious shoppers, there are plenty of good mattress options available at lower price points.

The Saatva Classic and the Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Adapt both offer unique advantages that will appeal to different sleep preferences. The Saatva Classic offers a more responsive surface thanks to its use of microcoils, and is available in three firmness options for different types of sleepers. On the other hand, the Tempur-Pedic offers a more contouring, “hug-like” feel that some sleepers may prefer.

The Saatva Classic should last considerably longer than the average mattress — likely as long as 10 years. It features multiple layers of coils, which are known for durability. Although its polyfoam and memory foam comfort layers may develop softness over time, the quality and density of materials should prevent it from wearing out early.

Saatva mattresses are not made in China. They are assembled in the USA using materials sourced from around the world.