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Not every mattress brand relies on fancy bells and whistles to deliver a good night’s rest. Tuft & Needle keeps things simple with its original all-foam mattress, providing a straightforward and reliable pick for a wide range of sleepers. During testing, we appreciated its cushioning comfort and versatile medium-firm feel.
Promising cooling comfort, gentle pressure relief, and strong motion isolation, the Tuft and Needle Original mattress caught our attention as a practical, no-fuss option. So, we put it through a full round of rigorous testing in our Charlotte, NC studio to see how it stacks up against the competition.
Our team of certified sleep science coaches and expert testers has been reviewing mattresses and sleep products since 2014, helping over 60,000 people find the right bed for their needs. With over 330 mattresses tested using our proven methodology, you can rest easy knowing that we back up everything we say with real data and hands-on experience.
We also consulted with Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, for additional medical insights and to ensure our recommendations align with the latest in sleep science.
Keep reading to see how the Tuft & Needle performed in key categories like pressure relief, cooling, edge support, motion isolation, and more.
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Tuft & Needle Mattress Overview
The Tuft & Needle is a budget-friendly memory foam mattress that delivers a versatile medium-firm feel. During testing, our lightweight reviewers especially enjoyed its slow-sinking contouring, which cushioned pressure points around the hips and joints. It also stood out for its cooling performance and strong motion isolation, making it a solid choice for hot sleepers and anyone who shares their bed with a restless partner or pets.
However, the mattress’s slower-moving foams can make repositioning a bit tricky, which may be a drawback for combination sleepers or sexually active couples. Its softer foam layers may also lack the support heavy sleepers need, potentially leading to spinal misalignment and aches and back pain.
Tuft & Needle Mattress Review Video
Tuft & Needle Mattress Sleepopolis Score
Tuft & Needle Value
The Tuft & Needle is only $895 for a queen mattress before any discounts, which is cheaper than most comparable mattresses of this quality. This mattress offers the perfect balance of support for most sleeping positions and body types (aside from stomach sleepers and folks with bigger bodies).
Tuft & Needle also offers a 10-year warranty, 100-night sleep trial, and hassle-free returns within that trial period, providing buyers additional peace of mind.
Tuft & Needle Comparison
- Nectar Mattress – Medium-Firm feel with cooling
- Nolah Original 10″ Mattress – Firm all-foam for stomach sleepers
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| Firmness | Firm: 7/10 | Medium-firm: 6.5/10 | Medium-firm: 6.5/10 |
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| Cooling | — | — | — |
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Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Back Pain, Couples
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What Is the Tuft & Needle Made Of?
We tested the queen-sized Tuft & Needle Original Mattress and found that its medium-firm feel worked best for light to average-weight back sleepers and side sleepers. Its memory foam layers do a great job of adjusting to body weight and providing cushioning where sleepers need it most.
The Tuft & Needle also has a GREENGUARD certification, meaning it does not contain harmful chemicals or volatile organic compounds. Read on for a breakdown of its construction.
Cover – The top layer of the Tuft & Needle consists of a soft, breathable fabric cover. While they claim that it features cooling technology to promote a comfortable sleeping environment, our mattress testers didn’t think it was particularly cool to the touch. That said, the Tuft & Needle still performed well in our cooling category, earning an impressive 4-star score.
Comfort Layer – The comfort layer of the Tuft & Needle features a more adaptive foam they call “flex foam” and a ventilated layer of foam called “release foam.” The flex foam responds to your body weight, offering support as you settle into its layers. Meanwhile, the release foam provides additional pressure relief and features an open-cell construction that allows heat to dissipate.
Based on its impressive pressure relief performance during testing, we can confidently say that the Tuft & Needle lives up to its promise in this regard.
Transition Layer – The transition layer is another layer of supportive memory foam that transitions into the following support layer.
Support Layer – The Tuft & Needle’s support layer consists of an ultra-firm, durable support layer of memory foam for added stability.
Tuft & Needle Mattress Firmness
The firmness of a mattress feels different to everyone, and the overall feel of a mattress depends on personal qualities, such as body weight and sleeping position. To assess the firmness of the Tuft & Needle mattress, we invited testers with various body types and sleep preferences to lie on it on their backs, sides, and stomachs. Next, every tester rated the firmness level according to our mattress firmness guide. Finally, we averaged those scores to determine an overall firmness rating.
During testing, the Tuft & Needle mattress landed on a 6.5 out of 10 on our firmness scale, placing it at the industry standard of medium-firm. Mattress tester Riley Otis remarked that it felt firmer when she first lay down; however, as she sank into its memory foam, she noted a good balance of cushioning and support.
“My hips felt nicely hugged, and they weren’t sinking below my shoulders,” Riley said. “My spine felt aligned overall. There was no gap in my lumbar region, but I would have preferred a bit more cushioning to support that area.”
Tuft & Needle Mattress Performance
Every time we test a new mattress, we use a consistent methodology to assess its performance in key criteria. We focus on the attributes that matter most to shoppers using our thorough review process. Read our in-depth test results for the Tuft & Needle below, where we evaluate factors such as cooling, edge support, pressure relief, and more.
Tuft & Needle Pressure Relief Performance
The right mattress should provide ample contouring to prevent pressure buildup in sensitive areas, including the shoulders, hips, and lower back. If your mattress doesn’t offer enough pressure relief, it could lead to stiffness and soreness later on.
While testing the Tuft & Needle, Riley used a tactile surface mat to measure how the mattress distributes weight in both the back- and side-sleeping positions. The mat generates a color-coded image, or map, with blue and green zones indicating minimal pressure, and yellow and red areas showing areas of high pressure buildup. These visuals help us determine how well a mattress reduces tension for different body types and sleep positions.
Riley praised the pressure relief of the Tuft & Needle in both sleeping positions during testing, awarding it a 4.5 out of 5 for side sleeping and a 4 out of 5 for back sleeping.
Because she is a lightweight sleeper, Riley often struggles to find a mattress that feels soft enough to cushion her shoulders and hips while still supporting healthy spinal alignment in the side-sleeping position. Fortunately, the Tuft & Needle mattress excels on both fronts.
“I feel extremely comfortable on my side,” Riley said. “I’m getting some nice contouring around my hips, and I feel supported throughout my entire body. I don’t notice any abnormal dips. Although my shoulders aren’t sinking very much, I don’t feel pressure building.”
Katie Smith, one of our colleagues who has owned the Tuft & Needle for seven years, echoed Riley’s sentiments about its side-sleeping comfort.
“As a side sleeper, I do not wake with shoulder or arm pain like I have when sleeping on other beds,” Katie said.
Riley was also impressed by its back-sleeping pressure relief performance, noting that she got enough lift around her lower lumbar area to keep her body feeling level and comfortable. However, she would have liked just a bit more cushioning from the mattress in this position. That said, if you are an average-weight or heavy sleeper, this mattress should feel softer to you.
Tuft & Needle Motion Isolation
Motion isolation refers to how well a mattress traps movement on one side of the bed and prevents it from rippling across the surface. People who sleep with a restless partner or pet typically need a mattress with low motion transfer (or excellent motion isolation). Riley awarded the Tuft & Needle a perfect 5 out of 5 in this category after performing our two motion isolation tests on it: the ripple test and the partner test.
Ripple test: During the ripple motion transfer test, our tester lies next to a bin full of water on the mattress. Next, they toss, turns, and changes sleeping positions next to the bin of water to see if the liquid ripples, splashes, or spills onto the mattress. While performing this test on the Tuft & Needle, Riley was impressed by how little the water in the tub moved.
“I was bowled over by the motion isolation on the Tuft & Needle mattress,” Riley said. “While the surface of the water slightly rippled, the waves never splashed up the side of the tub or created rolling waves. Regardless of what movement I performed, the liquid remained pretty still. These are actually some of the best results I’ve seen.”
Partner test: The partner motion transfer test helps us gauge how well a mattress would perform for couples. During this test, two testers lie next to each other on the mattress. One tester wears a blindfold and lies still on their side of the bed. Meanwhile, their colleague tosses, turns, and gets in and out of bed on the opposite side. The blindfolded tester raises their thumb whenever they detect movement on their side of the bed. While blindfolded, Riley could barely tell what their testing partner was doing next to them.
“Again, the Tuft & Needle proves that it has awesome motion isolation,” Riley said. “I could hardly tell my partner was next to me at all. When getting in and out of bed, I could barely feel the bed adjusting to the added weight, but I couldn’t detect her switching between sleeping positions. I think this bed would be a lifesaver for couples with restless partners.”
Tuft & Needle Responsiveness
We measure responsiveness to see how quickly a mattress returns to its original form after adding and removing weight, or changing positions on it. Snappy responsiveness is essential for combination sleepers (or those who frequently change sleeping positions to get comfortable), as a slow-moving mattress can make it harder for them to move around, causing them to feel trapped in its layers.
Memory foam mattresses aren’t typically known for their responsiveness due to their slow-sinking characteristics, and the Tuft & Needle is no exception here. Riley found that it had average responsiveness and gave it a 3 out of 5 in this category.
Switch test: During the switch test, a mattress tester lies on the bed and notes how difficult it is to switch between different sleeping positions. Unsurprisingly, Riley found that the cushiony memory foam of the Tuft & Needle made it more challenging to move around compared to hybrid and innerspring models she has tested.
“The layers of soft foam contoured to my body, which made it a bit harder to switch positions,” Riley said. “While it was doable, there was no bounce to help me transition between different positions. I felt like the foams were working against me rather than providing a little boost. While I could still move, it was more of a slow roll than a speedy flip.”
Responsiveness test: To further assess a mattress’s responsiveness we place a 53-pound kettlebell on top of each mattress. We allow the kettlebell to sink for seven seconds before removing the weight and timing how long it takes to recover its shape.
It took the Tuft & Needle mattress 2.7 seconds to revert to its original form after removing the kettlebell. While these are far from the worst results we’ve seen, it is not as snappy as most hybrid mattresses with innerspring coils. If you are someone who constantly adjusts your position to get comfortable, you might prefer a mattress with more responsive memory foam or a hybrid mattress with springy coils.
Sinkage test: Our sinkage test involves placing the same 53-pound kettlebell on the mattress and using a ruler to measure the sinkage. During this test, Riley measured 4.3 inches of sinkage on the Tuft & Needle mattress, which placed it in the deep sinkage category. For reference, light sinkage is up to 2.5 inches, moderate sinkage ranges from 2.6 to 4 inches, and deep sinkage is 4.1 inches or more.
Bounce test: During the bounce test, a mattress tester climbs a ladder 6 feet above the mattress and drops a 25-pound steel ball on it. A yardstick on the wall helps us measure how high the ball bounces and determine how responsive the mattress is.
The ball bounced 25 inches on the Tuft & Needle, placing it in our high bounce category. The Tuft & Needle bounce beat our average of 15.8 inches by nearly 10 inches. For reference, low bounce refers to anything under 8 inches, moderate bounce ranges from 8 to 12 inches, and high bounce is above 12 inches.
Overall, Riley found that the Tuft & Needle mattress was slightly more responsive than some of the soft, slow-moving memory foam models we’ve tested. That said, it still wasn’t as quick to recover as most hybrid and innerspring mattresses. For that reason, we wouldn’t recommend this mattress to combination sleepers who frequently toss and turn to find a comfortable spot to rest in at night.
Tuft & Needle Cooling
A mattress with effective cooling capabilities can be a game-changer if you tend to sleep hot. While all-foam models often trap more heat than models with innerspring coils due to the lack of ventilation and airflow, Riley found that the stayed impressively cool during testing.
She awarded the Tuft & Needle a 4 out of 5 after performing the following tests.
Cover test: As soon as our testers remove the mattress from the box and place it on the bed frame, they run their hands across the top layer and note whether it feels cool to the touch. Despite not having any special cooling fibers infused in its cover layer, Riley said that it had a pleasant, temperature-neutral feel.
Thermal Gun test: Our next cooling test is the thermal gun test. For this, Riley used a thermal gun to measure the surface temperature of the Tuft & Needle before and after lying on it for five minutes. After her time was up, she saw that it had only increased by 6.3 degrees, which is quite impressive.
Feel test: While she was lying on the mattress for five minutes, Riley also paid attention to how the Tuft & Needle felt to her in real-time. She noted that it didn’t get noticeably warm beneath her.
“While the cover itself isn’t cool to the touch, I can feel some slight cooling as I press my hand down into the top layer,” Riley said. “As I continued to lie on the mattress, I didn’t notice it warming beneath me.”
Tuft & Needle Edge Support
Edge support refers to how well the perimeter of the mattress maintains its structure with someone lying or sitting on it. A sturdy perimeter is essential for couples, sleepers with bigger bodies, and individuals with mobility concerns. A mattress that is highly supportive along its sides allows you to sit or lie on the far reaches without feeling unsteady. It also provides an uncompromising surface to push down on when getting up in the morning.
Additionally, it is also a good indicator of durability and longevity. As Dr. Dasgupta explains, “Consistent corner-to-corner support is a good sign that a mattress will maintain its shape and quality over time. Generally speaking, reinforced edges are less prone to sagging over time.”
Riley found that the edge support of the Tuft & Needle was about average, awarding it a 3.2 out of 5 during testing. She noted that while the memory foam effectively relieves pressure, it also sinks in quite a bit, making the sides less supportive than mattresses that use coils to reinforce the perimeter.
Tape Measure test: During the tape measure test, our testers stack weights directly onto the edge of the mattress and measure how much the bed sinks under each load. We repeat this process three times with increasing weight loads: 99 pounds, 154 pounds, and 198 pounds. The testers then record the level of sinkage under each stack of weight using a tape measure.
This test is performed to evaluate how well the mattress supports weight along its perimeter. The 99-pound stack represents lightweight sleepers, the 154-pound stack represents average-weight sleepers, and the 198-pound stack represents heavyweight sleepers.
On the Tuft & Needle, Riley saw that the sinkage ranged from 3.5 inches for the lightest stack to 5 inches for the average-weight stack and 6 inches for the heaviest stack. These measurements helped us predict how the perimeter of the Tuft & Needle mattress would perform under varying body types. For reference, 3.7 inches is the average sinkage across all the mattresses we have tested.
Based on Riley’s experience with the Tuft & Needle, we think that this mattress would be more supportive for lightweight sleepers. These sleepers should get ample support while enjoying some cushioning around their hips, shoulders, and lower backs. This mattress could still work for average-weight and heavy sleepers; however, stomach sleepers in this weight category could experience excessive sinkage around their lower bodies, which could lead to spinal misalignment.
Seated test: For the seated test, Riley sat along the corners and sides of the Tuft & Needle mattress. She sat down and stood up multiple times to evaluate how easy it was to do so. Riley also noted how secure she felt while sitting down on the bed. According to Riley, the slow-sinking feeling of the Tuft & Needle made it challenging to feel supported while sitting on the perimeter.
“There’s a lot of sinkage when placing all my weight directly on the edge,” Riley said. “Since the bed isn’t tall to begin with, there’s not a ton of wiggle room. The all-foam construction causes the layers to compress. Standing up is more difficult because there is no bounce, so you can’t really use your hands to help because they slide off the foam.”
Full body test: Finally, Riley lay along the sides of the Tuft & Needle mattress to see if she could comfortably rest without fear of falling off. However, as she continued to lie along the perimeter, she noticed that the edges became increasingly unstable.
“Overall, I did not find the perimeter of the Tuft & Needle to be as supportive as its center,” Riley said. “Regardless of which position I lay in, I could feel the edges sinking beneath me, and I felt like I was at risk of slipping off. I was more comfortable once I backed away from the edge, so I could see crowding becoming an issue for couples, who will likely gravitate toward the center of the bed to feel secure.”
Tuft & Needle Mattress Performance for Couples
The Tuft & Needle mattress can be a good option for couples, especially in a queen-size or larger. Its strong motion isolation absorbs movement and minimizes sleep disturbances, so your partner won’t feel much motion travel across the surface. The mattress also exhibited solid temperature-regulating capabilities, making it appealing for couples who prefer the contouring comfort of foam but want to avoid overheating.
However, the edge support isn’t the strongest. If you and your partner tend to spread out across the entire bed, you may find the perimeter too unstable for comfort.
Other Performance Factors to Consider Before Buying the Tuft & Needle
We just covered a lot of ground regarding the Tuft & Needle mattress, but there are a few other factors you should consider before deciding to trade your old mattress for this one.
Sex
The best mattresses for sex are highly responsive and easy to move around on. Unfortunately, the Tuft & Needle is not the most responsive model out there, and it could be hard to maneuver on its slow-sinking surface during sex. If you and your partner want a softer sleep surface without sacrificing mobility, I would suggest looking for a hybrid model with a pillow-top layer.
Noise
The Tuft & Needle mattress is made of 100-percent memory foam, meaning it contains no innerspring coils that could potentially creak and squeak. Riley noted that it did not make a sound on the bed frame when she was tossing, turning, and changing sleeping positions.
Base Compatibility
Like many other memory foam mattresses, the Tuft & Needle performed well on our in-studio adjustable base. Its soft memory foam construction made it malleable, and it did an excellent job of conforming to the base when Riley switched between different settings.
“This bed performs really well on an adjustable base,” Riley said. “I put the base in multiple positions, contorting it every which way, and it was able to bend and meet the base with no awkward gaps between the mattress and the adjustable bed.”
Durability
Riley averaged the scores in edge support, noise, and warranty coverage to calculate the durability score of the Tuft & Needle mattress.
The Tuft & Needle mattress earned a 3.2 in edge support, a 5 in noise reduction, and a 3.5 in customer experience. Overall, Riley rated the CoolNest a 3.9 out of 5 in durability. Despite its edge support score, we believe this mattress should last for at least 10 years for most sleepers. Plus, with a 100-night sleep trial and 10-year limited warranty, you can sleep peacefully knowing that defects and premature sagging should be covered.
Tuft & Needle Performance Scores
| Test | Product Score | Average Score |
| Firmness | 6.5 | 6.7 |
| Pressure Relief Side | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Back Pressure Relief | 4 | 4 |
| Motion Isolation | 5 | 3.9 |
| Responsiveness | 3 | 4.2 |
| Cooling | 4 | 4.2 |
| Edge Support | 3.2 | N/A |
| Bounce Height | 25 inches | 15.8 inches |
| Bounce Rating | High | High |
| Sinkage | 4.3 inches | 3.25 inches |
| Sinkage Depth | Deep | Moderate |
| Sex Score | 3.8 | N/A |
| Noise | 5 | N/A |
| Off-Gassing | 5 | 4.3 |
| Trial Period | 3.5 | N/A |
| Warranty | 3.5 | N/A |
| Full Rise | 5 | N/A |
Tuft & Needle Sleeping Position and Body Weight
Because body weight has a substantial impact on how a mattress feels, our in-house team obtains feedback from mattress testers across a range of body types. During testing, Riley invited colleagues of all shapes and sizes to rest on the Tuft & Needle mattress in every sleeping position and provide their thoughts.
Generally speaking, mattresses will feel softer to sleepers with bigger bodies, as they are more likely to sink further into the layers.
As Dr. Dasgupta explains, “Sleepers who weigh less than 130 pounds are likely to find a mattress more firm because they will not get as much contouring. Likewise, a firmer mattress might sink deeper for those who weigh 230 pounds or more, which would make it feel softer.”
Before we dive into our recommendations, though, we want to recognize that people come in all shapes and sizes, and people of every size deserve a mattress that works for their body type. We use the weight categories light, average, and heavy to more easily categorize sleepers based on how mattresses will perform for their body type, as most mattresses are designed for the group we call “average” (130 to 230 pounds).
As a general takeaway, lighter sleepers don’t require as much support as average-weight sleepers, and mattresses will tend to feel firmer to them. On the other hand, heavy sleepers tend to need more support than average-weight sleepers and sink into the mattress more. As far as sleeping positions go, side sleepers likely need a softer mattress while stomach sleepers usually need a firmer, more supportive one. Back sleepers are usually somewhere in the middle.
Is the Tuft & Needle a Good Mattress for Light Sleepers (Under 130 pounds)?
- Light Back Sleepers – People in this category who prefer a firmer feeling surface should enjoy sleeping on the Tuft & Needle mattress. Since the Tuft & Needle is a medium-firm mattress, these sleepers might not sink in as much as those in the average and heavy-weight categories, meaning they might not find the same contouring as those individuals.
- Light Side Sleepers – As someone who falls into this category, Riley was surprised at how comfortable the Tuft & Needle mattress was. Despite its medium-firm feel, Riley enjoyed some nice cushioning around her hips and shoulders. Based on her feedback, we would recommend this mattress to lightweight side sleepers who prefer a more supportive surface.
- Light Stomach Sleepers – Lightweight stomach sleepers should get plenty of support around their hips and lower body, which is important for spinal alignment. These sleepers should have no trouble at all getting comfortable on the Tuft & Needle mattress.
Is the Tuft & Needle a Good Mattress for Average-Weight Sleepers (130–230 pounds)?
- Average-Weight Back Sleepers – Average-weight back sleepers who prefer the slow-moving feel of memory foam will love the Tuft & Needle mattress. These sleepers should get enough support to maintain spinal alignment, while still enjoying some nice pressure-relieving cushioning in the lower lumbar area.
- Average-Weight Side Sleepers – Sleepers in this category should sink further into the memory foam than lightweight sleepers and enjoy more cushioning around their shoulders and hips.
- Average-Weight Stomach Sleepers – The Tuft & Needle mattress could work for average-weight stomach sleepers. However, some of these sleepers may notice that they sink too much around their hips. We would only recommend this model to sleepers in this category if they prefer a notably soft mattress.
Is the Tuft & Needle a Good Mattress for Heavy Sleepers (over 230 pounds)?
- Heavy Back Sleepers – I don’t think heavy back sleepers will get enough support around their lower lumbar spine on this mattress. This could lead to pressure buildup and pain down the line.
- Heavy Side Sleepers – The Tuft & Needle could work for some side sleepers in this category who prefer a mattress with tons of cushioning. These sleepers will sink further into the memory foam and experience more contouring around their hips and shoulders. That said, they might not get enough support to keep their bodies in healthy alignment.
- Heavy Stomach Sleepers – I would not recommend this mattress to heavy stomach sleepers. These sleepers will experience too much sinkage around their hips and lower body, forcing their spines out of alignment.
My Final Thoughts About the Tuft & Needle Mattress
Before I wrap up this review, let’s take one more look at the pros and cons of the Tuft & Needle mattress.
Who I Recommend the Tuft & Needle For
- Side sleepers wanting a supportive surface that offers gentle cushioning around their hips and shoulders should look no further than the Tuft & Needle mattress.
- Couples with restless partners or folks who sleep with their pets will appreciate the Tuft & Needle’s stellar motion isolation.
- Hot sleepers who want a memory foam mattress without worrying about trapping excessive amounts of heat should be able to sleep comfortably on the Tuft & Needle mattress.
Who I Don’t Recommend the Tuft & Needle For
- The Tuft & Needle’s edge support is not sturdy enough for sleepers with mobility concerns. These sleepers require a stronger surface to bear down on the perimeter of the mattress to stand in the mornings.
- Combination sleepers who frequently shift positions at night likely won’t find this mattress responsive enough. These sleepers will likely feel trapped in the slow-sinking foam layers.
Tuft & Needle Pricing and Sizing
The Tuft & Needle Original mattress is just $895.00 for a queen-size mattress before any discounts. To save more, check out our coupons to make sure you’re getting the best deal.
| Size | Dimensions | Price |
| Twin | 74.5″L × 38″W × 10″H | $645 |
| Twin XL | 79.5″L × 38″W × 10″H | $695 |
| Full | 74.5″L × 53″W × 10″H | $795 |
| Queen | 79.5″L × 60″W × 10″H | $895 |
| King | 79.5″L × 76″W × 10″H | $1,295 |
| California King | 83.5″L × 72″W × 10″H | $1,295 |
Tuft & Needle Policies
| Warranty | 10-year warranty |
| Sleep Trial Period | 100-night trial |
| Shipping/Returns | Free shipping (except Hawaii and Alaska) California residents are eligible for free removal of your old mattress. Hassle-free return process and full refunds within the 100-day trial. |
| Unboxing | A slight off-gassing odor that dissipates after 24 hours. A queen-sized mattress weighs 66 pounds. While you might be able to handle unboxing it yourself, having an extra set of hands nearby should help speed up the process. |
| Full Rise | The mattress fully decompressed and was ready to use 24 hours after unboxing. |
| Customer Reviews | This mattress earned an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 on the Tuft & Needle website based on 35,872 customer reviews. |
Tuft & Needle vs. Competitors
Still weighing your options? If the Tuft & Needle mattress isn’t the right fit, there are other great options out there. Read on to see how the Tuft & Needle compares to two other high-quality memory foam mattresses below.
Tuft & Needle vs Nectar Classic
The Nectar Classic is another popular all-foam bed-in-a-box. Our mattress testers praised its cooling abilities and well-rounded medium-firm (6.5 out of 10 on our firmness scale) feel.
- Price: At $1,490 for a queen-sized mattress before any discounts, the Nectar Classic is more expensive than the Tuft & Needle. However, the Nectar’s sale price is frequently under $700.
- Sleeping position: During testing, our in-house team preferred the Nectar Classic for back- and stomach-sleeping. The Tuft & Needle has a slight edge over the Nectar when it comes to side-sleeping, thanks to its slow-moving foams that can accommodate even lightweight side sleepers.
- Cooling: The Nectar Classic outperformed the Tuft & Needle in this category, thanks to its cooling-fiber-infused cover layer.
- Body weight: Both mattresses are ideal for lightweight and average-weight sleepers. Sleepers with bigger bodies will likely need something more supportive than either mattress.
Read more in our full Nectar Classic mattress review.
The Nectar delivers a balance of comfort and support: it’s definitely contouring, but still provides a firm enough foundation for most light to average weight sleepers, especially if they sleep on their back or stomach. Plus, a lengthy trial period, lifetime warranty, and affordable price make the Nectar a reassuring choice for many. Watch our video review to learn more.
What our tester says:
“I think back sleepers are going to love the Nectar Classic. These sleepers will get plenty of support from the firm memory foam in the Nectar Classic, which should translate to great pressure relief and a good night’s sleep. Similarly, lightweight and average-weight stomach sleepers should find that they get enough support around their hips to sleep comfortably on this mattress. The Nectar Classic is firm enough to keep these sleepers’ spines in a healthy position.” – Kenny Timper, staff writer and certified sleep science coach
Tuft & Needle vs Nolah Original
The Nolah Original is an ultra-firm (8 out of 10 on our firmness scale) memory foam mattress. During testing, our certified sleep science coaches praised its edge support, motion isolation, and responsiveness. However, it didn’t offer as much cushioning and pressure relief as other memory foam models.
- Price: The Nolah Original is $1,449 before any discounts and often goes on sale for around $1,000. In either case, the Tuft & Needle is the cheaper option.
- Sleeping position: The Nolah Original is a better option for stomach sleepers and back sleepers who prefer a firmer surface. However, the Tuft & Needle provides better pressure relief overall, making it a much better option for side sleeping.
- Cooling: Both options provide sleepers with above-average cooling and scored a 4 out of 5 in this category.
- Body weight: Both options should work for average-weight sleepers. However, the Tuft & Needle is better for lightweight, thanks to its softer feel. On the other hand, sleepers with bigger bodies should fare better on the Nolah Original’s super supportive surface.
Read more in our full Nolah Original mattress review.
The Nolah Original 10″ mattress is created with Nolah’s proprietary AirFoam. This material mimics the body contouring provided by memory foam, but without the heat trapping. The Tencel cover aids with additional cooling. With soft foams and solid support, this mattress is best for back and side sleepers. Learn more in our video review.
What our tester says:
Overall, I think this mattress could be a good pick for couples. Looking at the motion transfer results, it’s a safe bet that you won’t be disturbed by your partner tossing and turning at night. I would suggest couples purchase a queen-size mattress or larger, since the edge support on this mattress is just okay and it may be more difficult to comfortably sleep on the full surface of the bed.” – Madison Schaper, former staff writer
Our Review Process
At Sleepopolis, our team of certified sleep science coaches personally tests each mattress. We start by unboxing the mattress to figure out how difficult (or easy) it is to get the mattress from the box to the bed. Then, we spend time lying on the bed in different positions, taking time to assess it on our backs, stomachs, and sides. Next, we perform our Sleepopolis tests, using specialized tools to measure qualities like motion transfer, bounce, and pressure relief. Our last step is to open up the mattress and take a look at each layer. These steps allow us to give our final verdict on the mattress.
FAQs
Is T&N Toxic?
Thankfully, no! All the foams used in Tuft & Needle mattresses are CertiPur-US certified, which ensures that they’re free of harmful toxins and chemicals.
Do I need to flip my T&N mattress?
This mattress isn’t meant to be flipped, but you can certainly rotate it if you’re noticing any uncomfortable sagging.
Do I need a box spring with a T&N mattress?
Nope! The Tuft & Needle mattress works fine on the floor, on a bed frame, or on a box spring, it’s just up to your personal preference. However, if you do want to put it on a box spring, the brand sells one!
How long should I let my T&N mattress expand?
I’d recommend letting your Tuft & Needle mattress expand for at least a few hours and overnight if possible. It will continue to expand for upwards of 72 hours, though you should be good to sleep on it after eight.
Do T&N mattresses go on sale?
The Original Tuft & Needle doesn’t usually go on sale, but the Mint and Hybrid models are often discounted around major holidays.
How much does Tuft & Needle shipping cost?
Tuft & Needle mattresses ship for free.
How fast does Tuft and Needle ship?
Tuft and Needle mattresses usually arrive within 3-7 business days after your order is placed
Where can I try a Tuft and Needle mattress?
You can take advantage of Tuft and Needle’s 100 night in-home trial period to test out the bed before deciding whether to keep it or return it.
How long is the warranty on a Tuft and Needle mattress?
Tuft and Needle mattress come with a 10 year warranty.