Written by Marten Carlson, Lead Reviewer
If you’re looking for a new mattress that offers a premium balance of comfort and support, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature hybrid mattress should be at the top of your list. It’s a high-quality mattress that’s a great value.
But is this the right bed for you? I personally tested the medium model of this mattress so that I could help you figure that out. Read on for my unbiased Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress review.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
120 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Multiple firmness options
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$665 – $1599
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Hip Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from hip pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress
Brooklyn Bedding has amazing products that are sold at very affordable prices. This mattress is extremely high-quality and a great option for combination sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Multiple firmness options
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Price Range
$665 – $1599
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Hip Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from hip pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress
Brooklyn Bedding has amazing products that are sold at very affordable prices. This mattress is extremely high-quality and a great option for combination sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Multiple firmness options
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$665 – $1599
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Hip Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from hip pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I recommend the Brooklyn Bedding Signature for…
- Budget-minded shoppers. Brooklyn Bedding owns its own factory, so it’s able to save costs that way. This bed is often discounted throughout the year.
- Fans of bouncy, responsive beds. The Brooklyn Bedding Signature is a hybrid, meaning there are bouncy coils in the support layer.
- Combination sleepers. Hybrid beds are easy to move around on, meaning you won’t feel stuck and should be able to change positions with ease.
I don’t recommend the Brooklyn Bedding Signature for…
- Fans of all-foam beds. While there’s foam in the comfort layer, you won’t really sink into this mattress.
- People looking for bells and whistles. The Brooklyn Bedding Signature is a standard model, so it doesn’t have many luxury elements to it. It’s still a high-quality bed, but the fact of the matter is that there are beds out there that have more things going for them.
- Partners who are easily disturbed by movement. This bed doesn’t have the best motion isolation, so those who notice the things that go bump in the night may feel their partner moving around or getting in and out of bed.
How firm is the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress?
I tested the medium model of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid. The Mattress Clarity firmness scale goes from 1, which is softer than soft plush, to 10, which is hard as concrete. I rated it a 6.5/10 on our firmness scale, which is standard for medium-firm mattresses. The top of the mattress feels quite soft due to the comfortable proprietary foams. Beneath that, the mattress gets firmer due to the individually-wrapped coils. The Signature also comes in soft and firm versions.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress Test Performance: My Overall Thoughts
After completing my testing and tallying up my scores, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature earned an overall score of 4.1/5. The trial period was the only category I gave a perfect score to, but the Signature is certainly a cut above the rest, especially for a brand’s baseline model with no bells and whistles.
You can see each individual score, with definitions, in the chart below. But I also go into each category and explain my testing process in detail after that.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress Performance
Support: 4/5
When I test for support, I’m looking for how well the mattress supports me in each sleeping position. Again, for context, I tested out the medium version of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature. On my back, this bed felt pretty good. There’s no special zoning for extra lumbar support, but I liked how the Signature felt when I rested on my back.
Moving over to my side, however, I started to feel a little bit of pressure in my shoulders and hips. Not enough to be super bothersome for me, but for safety, I’d recommend the soft model for side sleepers out there.
Finally, on my stomach, I didn’t feel a lot of hip support. Stomach sleepers tend to do better on firmer beds because of this. With hips elevated, you can protect the lumbar area of your spine by keeping it in a neutral position.
While the medium model isn’t one-size-fits-all, because Brooklyn Bedding has two other firmness options available, this bed should work for just about everyone. For this reason, I’m rating support just over average.
Edge Support: 4/5
For edge support, I am testing out how secure someone might feel when sitting or resting along the very edge of the mattress. Beds with high edge support mean you won’t feel like you’re about to roll off, so you can utilize the full surface of your bed (something that’s important for couples).
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature has good edge support. I felt secure when I rested near the side of the bed. However, to really put this to the test, I brought out my tape measure.
The tape measure test only showed about 2.5” of sinkage. I was impressed, but ultimately how well supported one feels also has to do with weight. I’m a bigger guy for sure, 6’7” and 270 lbs. Someone with a smaller build than me should feel more supported on the edge here. Because of this, I rated edge support just above average.
Cooling: 4/5
Hybrid mattresses are going to be a fairly good option for hot sleepers because the coils allow for airflow at the bottom of the bed. And with a specialized polyester material in the top cover (a material called GlacioTex™ fibers), the Brooklyn Bedding is primed for cooling. But let’s put some numbers to this.
While I never felt like I was going to overheat, I wanted to pull out my thermal gun. I tested the surface of the mattress at room temperature, which read about 73 F. I got in bed, stayed there for about five minutes, then got up to see how much heat the bed absorbed. The surface read 79.8 F.
This was a bigger jump than I expected — almost seven degrees. I touched the surface of the bed, and where I had rested felt somewhat warm. It wasn’t noticeable for me in bed, but exceptionally hot sleepers may notice this. You can opt for a more specialized cooling cover, but because I didn’t have that, I rated cooling just slightly above average.
Brooklyn Bedding does sell a specialized cooling mattress called the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe, but you can also check out my list of the best cooling mattresses if you want more options.
Motion Transfer: 3/5
Motion transfer is an important category for couples because this describes how well the bed can absorb motion. As I’ve said before, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature mattress is a hybrid bed with coils at the bottom. Because of this, and its thinner comfort layer, the bed isn’t the best at absorbing motion.
I test motion transfer two ways: with a co-worker and a glass of water. The first test involves me getting in on one side of the bed and my co-worker getting in on the other. They then move around on the bed and I judge how much I felt that movement. In this case, I felt a good amount of that movement transfer over to my side.
As more of a visual test, I place a glass of water in the middle of the bed and then press into the surrounding area. I look at the water to see how much the surface of the water moves. With this test, I saw the water ripple a lot. It wasn’t enough to knock the glass over, but the disturbance was pretty obvious. Because of this, I rated motion transfer just average. If you share a bed with someone who might be easily disturbed by movement, I recommend checking out our list of best mattresses for couples, all of which were specifically selected for their excellent motion isolation.
Response: 4.5/5
Mattresses with high response scores mean that they are easy to move around on. You won’t feel like you’re stuck inside the mattress, and instead sleep more “on top” of those comfort layers. I also test response by pressing my hand pretty firmly into the top of the bed, then seeing how well the mattress springs back into place.
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature, with its coils, has a really good response to it, so it’s very easy to move on. The foam layers sprang back into place immediately, too. Because of this, I rated the response score very high.
Durability: 4/5
I wasn’t able to test this mattress for several years, so to assess durability, I looked at the bed’s materials and construction. This bed contains strong coils and high-quality comfort layers. I think with good care, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature mattress will last anywhere from eight to 10 years, which is roughly the length of its warranty.
This is pretty standard for the lifespan of a mattress, so my score reflects that.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress Company Policy Scores
Trial Period: 5/5
You’ll have 120 nights to test the Brooklyn Bedding Signature mattress, which is roughly four months. It’s worth noting that Brooklyn Bedding will not accept returns or exchanges until 30 days have passed from the date of delivery.
On day 31, you’ll be good to initiate a return or exchange. I agree with this policy just because a new bed will need an adjustment period. And after that initial 30 days, you’ll still have a solid 90 days to decide if the Signature is right for you. Because of this, I gave the trial period full marks.
Warranty: 4/5
Brooklyn Bedding offers a 10-year warranty on the Signature mattress. This warranty includes replacing or repairing a mattress that arrived damaged due to manufacturing defects, or if the bed is deteriorating much faster than typical wear and tear. Intentional damage to the mattress will void your warranty.
Because a 10-year warranty is the industry standard for mattresses, and that’s about the length of a mattress’s lifespan anyway, I rated this just above average.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress – Other Factors to Consider
Two-Hour Nap
Now for my favorite test: the nap test. Even though I’m more of a side sleeper, for a quick nap, I found myself preferring my back. I just felt the best in this position, so that’s how I napped. The top comfort layers are great for providing body contouring, and because this was a medium-firm bed, I didn’t sink too far into it, either.
When I tested this bed, I was in the middle of a Texas summer, and I run pretty hot naturally. I didn’t have the specialized cooling pillow top that Brooklyn Bedding offers, but I still felt pretty comfortable. Plus, when I turned on the air conditioning and a ceiling fan, things evened out. When I woke up, I wasn’t hot or sweaty, and I felt fairly refreshed.
Off-Gassing
When I talk about off-gassing, I mean that for most bed-in-a-box mattresses, there might be a slight chemical smell when you first unbox them. This doesn’t mean anything bad, and it’s just a result of the compression process. I noticed a slight chemical smell when I first unboxed the mattress, but it dissipated after about 48 hours. This is pretty standard for a bed-in-a-box mattress like the Brooklyn Bedding.
Noise
I did not notice any noise as I moved around on the mattress. Keep in mind, however, that my Brooklyn Bedding Signature was brand new when I tested it. Over time, because it has coils, it may start to squeak.
Sex
The best mattresses for sex are those that are very responsive, making them easy to move around on and change positions. You don’t want to feel stuck. With its bouncy and responsive feel, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature should be a good choice for sex because partners will be able to move around and get in and out of bed with ease.
Mattress Height
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress is 12” tall, which puts it at the higher end of the average mattress height, which is around 10”-12” tall.
Sleeping Position and Weight
Across the board, the medium model of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature mattress should be a great pick for back sleepers. With tall, supportive coils, and a good amount of foam in the comfort layer, back sleepers should get both the comfort and support they need.
Things start to change for side and stomach sleepers, however. Lightweight individuals (classified as 130 lbs or less) should feel decent hip support while back sleeping. And they should still feel fairly comfortable on their sides, too. So overall, the Signature is a good choice for lightweight sleepers.
Average-weight (130 to 230 lbs) side sleepers may be able to get the necessary pressure relief on this bed, depending on where they fall in this weight range. I’d say if you’re towards the lower end, opting for the soft model is almost a guarantee to get the pressure relief you need. The medium might be too soft for stomach sleepers, so going for the firm option is also a safe bet to get what you need.
As for heavyweight side sleepers (those over 230 lbs), I don’t think any version of the Brooklyn Bedding will work. I’d really recommend taking a look at something with a much thicker comfort layer to get the pressure relief needed. And the medium model is too soft for stomach sleepers, so opting for the firm model should be better.
| Sleeper Weight | Back Sleepers | Side Sleepers | Stomach Sleepers |
| Lightweight (130 lbs or under) | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Average-weight (130 to 230 lbs) | Excellent | Good | Fair |
| Heavyweight (230 lbs and up) | Good | Poor | Poor |
Heavyweight Tester – 6’7”, 270 lbs
“For me, the Signature was really great when I was on my back. For a baseline model, the Signature is a great, affordable pick for back sleepers who don’t need bells and whistles. But the medium model was really only good on my back. I would have preferred something with a thicker comfort layer for my side, and something much firmer on my stomach.” – Marten
Average Weight Tester – 5’3”, 150 lbs
“The Signature is a standout bed for me. The medium model worked really well for me in just about any sleeping position. I preferred it for back sleeping, but I’m a combination sleeper, so I was comfortable on my side, too. I think stomach sleepers with my build will be OK for quick naps, but I recommend the firm model for those who are strict stomach sleepers.” – Elisa
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress Construction
Let’s take a look at the high-quality materials that Brooklyn Bedding uses to construct the Signature mattress.
Cover
Around the mattress, there’s a thin and breathable cover made with a polyester material called GlacioTex™. This material is designed to dissipate body heat and keep you cool. You also have the option to upgrade to the Cloud Pillow Top, which comes with a cover that feels cool to the touch.
Comfort Layers
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature mattress has three comfort layers. The first one is made of a 1.5″ quilted top, which gently contours the body and helps wick away moisture. If you opt for the Cloud Pillow Top instead, you get additional pressure-relieving foams and a cover with enhanced cooling capabilities.
The second comfort layer is made of 1.5″ of bouncy and responsive foam. Next up, there’s a 1″ transition layer that helps prevent sleepers from “bottoming out” on the mattress.
It’s worth noting that on the firm model, the top comfort layers are thinner, and the transition layer is a bit thicker. What I just described is for the soft and medium models.
Support Layers
Finally, at the bottom, there’s an 8″ layer of individually-encased coils, which offer support and promote airflow. Beneath this sits a .25″ base layer made of high-density foam.
How to Try and Buy the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress
Brooklyn Bedding is an online mattress retailer, but they do have a few showrooms scattered about the country. If you’re near one, this is a great opportunity to test it out in person. However, if you’re not near a showroom, and you do purchase a Brooklyn Bedding mattress, you do have a 120-night trial period (around four months) to test it out.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress Size Options and Price
Use our handy chart to determine the different size options that are available and the price for each.
| Size | Dimensions | Price |
| Twin | 38″ x 75″ | $665.00 |
| Twin XL | 38″ x 80″ | $832.00 |
| Full | 53″ x 75″ | $999.00 |
| Short Full | 48″ x 74″ | $899.00 |
| Queen | 60″ x 80″ | $1332.00 |
| Short Queen | 60″ x 74″ | $1332.00 |
| Olympic Queen | 66″ x 80″ | $1124.00 |
| King | 76″ x 80″ | $1599.00 |
| Short King | 72″ x 75″ | $1374.00 |
| California King | 72″ x 84″ | $1599.00 |
| Split California King | 72″ x 84″ | $832.00 |
| RV King | 70″ x 74″ 70″ x 80″ 72″ x 80″ | $1374.00 |
Make sure to check out the Brooklyn Bedding coupons page to get the best deal on this mattress. If you want to spend even less on a Brooklyn Bedding mattress, check out my Dreamfoam Essential mattress review.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress
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How the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Compares
Not sure the Brooklyn Bedding is the right bed for you? Let’s see how it compares to three other popular beds from Saatva, Puffy, and DreamCloud.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress Comparison
Product
Type
Score
Product
Type
Score
Product
Type
Score
Brooklyn Bedding vs Saatva
The constructions of the Brooklyn Bedding and the Saatva Classic are similar, given that they both feature plush layers on top and coils at the bottom. At the same time, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid offers some additional layers of foam.
The medium model of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid is softer than the Saatva Luxury Firm model, though both brands have multiple firmness levels to choose from. The two mattresses also have a bouncy and responsive feel.
Finally, speaking of price, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid costs less, coming in at $1332.00, and the Saatva mattress costs $2095.00. Brooklyn Bedding actually owns its own factory, so they price the mattresses competitively.
I’ve got more information on this bed in my Saatva mattress review, so be sure to check that out.
Brooklyn Bedding vs Puffy
The Puffy Cloud is Puffy’s flagship mattress, just like the Signature is for Brooklyn Bedding. However, they’re constructed differently. The Puffy is an all-foam mattress while the Brooklyn Bedding is a hybrid.
Because of this difference in construction, the Puffy Cloud doesn’t have the bounce that the Brooklyn Bedding has. But if you want a bed that you’ll sink into, Puffy is the way to go.
The Puffy mattress does have some cooling innovations built into it. However, I would still recommend the Brooklyn Bedding for hot sleepers, just because coils allow for more airflow than the high-density foam found at the bottom of the Puffy.
Finally, let’s talk price. Before discounts, the Puffy mattress is $2399.00, making it a good deal more expensive than the Brooklyn Bedding, which costs $1332.00.
Check out my Puffy Cloud mattress review for more information on this bed.
Brooklyn Bedding vs DreamCloud
The Brooklyn Bedding and DreamCloud mattresses are similar in construction and feature supportive coils and plush layers on top. That said, the Brooklyn Bedding’s proprietary foams are a bit thicker and add more bounce to the top of the Signature Hybrid.
In terms of firmness, the Brooklyn Bedding comes in three models, while the DreamCloud only comes in one. The DreamCloud is significantly firmer than the medium Brooklyn Bedding.
I also give the edge for cooling to the Brooklyn Bedding. You can opt for a specialized cooling topper to help out. The DreamCloud shouldn’t trap too much heat, and it does have a breathable cover. But if you want some specialized cooling features, you’ll need to opt for one of DreamCloud’s premium mattress models.
At full price, both beds are around the same, with Brooklyn Bedding at $1332.00, and DreamCloud at $1332.00. However, both beds are regularly discounted, so you can get a queen-size for under $1,000 if you’re shopping at the right time.
Read my full DreamCloud mattress review for more details on this bed.
FAQs
Is Brooklyn Bedding a good mattress?
The Brooklyn Bedding mattresses are indeed good because they are high-quality and also a good value. Speaking specifically of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid, the company’s most popular mattress, it is a good fit for combination sleepers, hot sleepers and those who want firmness options.
Can you flip a Brooklyn Bedding mattress?
No, you cannot flip the Brooklyn Bedding mattresses, except for the Plank and Plank Hybrid mattresses. The other models are designed to lie with the support layers on the bottom and the comfort layers on top.
How long will a Brooklyn Bedding mattress last?
Brooklyn Bedding sells durable mattresses that should last between seven and 10 years.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress Review Video
