Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Review – Advanced Comfort?

Written by Marten Carlson, Lead Mattress and Sleep Product Reviewer

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In This Review

In this article, I’ll be discussing the Casper Wave Hybrid, a mattress known for balancing comfort and support, thanks to its advanced Zoned Support Max system.

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As a company, Casper has had great success with its line of high-quality mattresses. Their highest-quality, most substantial mattress is the Casper Wave Hybrid, a deluxe option that features some very interesting materials and design elements.

There is a lot going to with this mattress, so I am going to look at its construction and what it felt like to sleep on it. To find out who it is the best fit for, read on for this unbiased Casper Wave Hybrid mattress review!

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Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Overview

As the name suggests, the Casper Wave Hybrid is, well, a hybrid mattress – it features coils and plush foam layers on top. It also features a more advanced version of the Zoned Support system found in Casper Original mattress. Its Zoned Support Max system offers a balance of comfort and support I have not found with many other mattresses.

While the Casper Wave Hybrid is on the pricier end, it is a very advanced mattress that should be a great match for a variety of people.

Pros of the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress

• This bed comes with Casper’s Zoned Support Max system that provides ample pressure relief around your shoulders and cradles your hips and lower back for proper spinal alignment.
• The Casper Wave Hybrid boasts several high-quality cooling features that promote airflow and regulates body temperature.
• Its medium-firmness makes it a great fit for light to average weight back and side sleepers.
• This bed features a balanced foam feel with some bounce from its innerspring coil support layer.

Cons of the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress

• The Casper Wave Hybrid is too soft to provide adequate hip and lower back support for most stomach sleepers.
• It comes with several advanced features that set it at a high price point that could be out of some shopper’s budgets.
• Fans of a slow-moving memory foam feel or an ultra-bouncy innerspring feel won’t find what they looking for on the Casper Wave Hybrid.

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Note: Motion transfer is beneficial for those who share the bed and don’t want to be woken up by another’s movements. Looking for a mattress that better absorbs motion? Check out our Best Mattresses for Couples.

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Firmness And Feel

Firmness and feel are two things to keep in mind when shopping for a new mattress. Let’s talk about the Casper Wave Hybrid’s firmness and feel and what it is like to sleep on the mattress.

How Firm Is The Casper Wave Hybrid?

The Casper Wave Hybrid felt like a 6.5/10, about medium in terms of firmness – the top foam layers are quite soft, but the layers get progressively firmer as you go deeper into the mattress. Also, with its two layers of Zoned Support, the Casper Wave Hybrid will feel firmer when people are back sleeping and stomach sleeping and softer when they are side sleeping.

In addition, the Wave Hybrid might feel firmer or softer depending on the sleeper’s body weight. If they are lighter, they might think the Casper Wave Hybrid is softer and, if they are heavier, they might think that it is firmer.

Sleeping On The Casper Wave Hybrid

Back sleeping on the Casper Wave Hybrid, the mattress is providing us with an excellent balance of comfort and support. My hips sink into the mattress and I received good support from the coils and other firmer foam layers. The two layers of zoning also offer extra support under the lumbar area.

Side sleeping, the Casper Wave Hybrid relieved the majority of pressure on my shoulders and hips. The top layers are very soft and the zoning makes the lower layers softer under the shoulder area. As I will discuss below, this experience may differ depending on one’s size and weight.

Stomach sleeping on the Casper Wave Hybrid, the mattress is too soft for us. Even with the zoning, I can feel my hips and center mass bowing into the mattress, and I was getting out of proper neutral alignment.

What Does The Casper Wave Hybrid Feel Like?

The Casper Wave Hybrid features a balanced foam feel on top that features a good bit of bounce. Lying on the Casper Wave Hybrid, I did sink in a bit, but I had no trouble moving around or changing positions. The coils in the support layer also add some more bounce to the mattress.

Again, with the zoning, the mattress does feel different depending on my sleeping position. I can definitely feel the zoning when I lie down on my back, side, and stomach.

Sleeper Weight	Back Sleepers	Side Sleepers	Stomach Sleepers
Lightweight (Under 130 lb)	Excellent	Excellent	Good
Average (130 – 230 lb)	Excellent	Excellent	Bad
Heavyweight (Over 230 lb)	Good	Bad	Bad

Is the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Good For Lightweight People (Under 130 lb)?

• Lying on the Casper Wave Hybrid, lightweight back sleepers and side sleepers should get the requisite amount of comfort and support.
• Lightweight side sleepers should experience a balance of comfort and support when they are back sleeping and excellent pressure relief.
• Stomach sleeping, lighter people could even find the Casper Wave Hybrid to supportive enough. Make sure to check out the best mattresses for lightweight sleepers for more like this.

Is the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Good For Average Weight People (130 – 230 lb)?

• Average weight back sleepers should find the balance of comfort and support they are seeking in a mattress. Their hips will sink as the mattress supports them under their lumbar area and across their body.
• Average weight sleepers who are not over 200 lb should feel excellent pressure relief on their shoulders and hips while side sleeping. However, if they are closer to 230 lb, they could press further into the mattress and feel a significant amount of pressure in those areas.
• Stomach sleeping, most average weight people will not get enough support on the Casper Wave Hybrid. They will most likely want to find a firmer mattress that offers more support under the hips.

Is the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Good For Heavyweight People (Over 230 lb)?

• Back sleeping, heavier people who are closer to 230 lb should get enough comfort and support on the Casper Wave Hybrid. However, if they are closer to 300 lb or over, they might need a mattress made specifically for larger people.
• Side sleeping, the majority of heavier people are going to feel too much pressure on their shoulders and hips. They will press very far into the mattress and could feel more of the support layers near the bottom of the Casper Wave Hybrid.
• Heavier stomach sleepers will definitely need a mattress that is firmer than the Casper Wave Hybrid. They will want something extra firm that is also made to handle heavier weights.

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress

The Casper Wave Hybrid is a comfortable option for back sleepers, hot sleepers, and many side sleepers.

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Mattress Clarity Score

4.10 / 5.0

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Construction

Now let’s open up the Casper Wave Hybrid and see what it is made of. I will look at each layer one by one and discuss the materials and how they affect the performance and feel of the Casper Wave Hybrid.

Cover

The Casper Wave Hybrid features a knit cover that is stretchy, soft, and breathable. It should not affect the overall feel of the Casper Wave Hybrid, but it will allow for some good airflow in the top of the mattress.

Comfort Layers

The top layer of the Casper Wave Hybrid is a responsive polyfoam – it is soft but bounces back into place very quickly. It also features a thin layer of gel on top to help with cooling and it also boasts AirScape technology to keep it more breathable.

Below that, there is a layer of natural latex foam that is durable, bouncy, and also features AirScape technology. It adds even more responsiveness to the top of the mattress and should make it easier for sleepers to move around. It is not a full latex mattress, but it does exhibit some of that bounce.

Support Layers

The Casper Wave Hybrid contains multiple support layers with some very interesting special features. First, there is a layer of Zoned Support memory foam that is firmer toward the center and softer toward the head and foot of the mattress. This is meant to help keep the spine in neutral alignment, no matter what position someone is sleeping in.

Below that, there is a layer of polyfoam with Zoned Support Max. This layer is convoluted for airflow and features multiple zones that offer varying comfort and support across the mattress. Toward the center of this layer, there are gel pods that will help provide more nuanced lumbar support.

Finally, there is a layer of support coils surrounded by a foam encasement. This provides the main support in the Casper Wave Hybrid.

To make sure your mattress has enough support, consider one of Casper’s bed frames. I also recommend the Casper Rise Pro Adjustable Base.

Mattress Height

The Casper Wave Hybrid is 13″ tall and is a pretty substantial mattress overall.

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Size Options And Price

For the most up-to-date sizing and price information for the Casper Wave Hybrid, make sure to take a look at the following chart:

Size	Dimensions	Price
Twin	39″ x 75″	$
Twin XL	39″ x 80″	$2595.00
Full	54″ x 75″	$2995.00
Queen	60″ x 80″	$3095.00
King	76″ x 80″	$
California King	72″ x 84″	$

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress

The Casper Wave Hybrid is a comfortable option for back sleepers, hot sleepers, and many side sleepers.

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Mattress Clarity Score

4.10 / 5.0

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Performance

I ran the Casper Wave Hybrid through a number of tests to see how it performed with regard to the cooling, motion transfer, and other features – let’s see how it did!

Sleeping Hot Or Cold

In my experience, the Casper Wave Hybrid did not sleep hot whatsoever and was quite the cooling mattress. The coils in the support layer promote a good deal of airflow through the mattress, and the top foam layers are ventilated for airflow as well. The breathable cover, cooling gel, and latex layer should also keep the Casper Wave Hybrid from trapping a significant amount of heat.

If you want to sleep even cooler, check out the Casper Cooling Collection which includes the Casper Wave Hybrid Snow and Casper Nova Hybrid Snow.

Motion Transfer

If someone wants the best mattress for couples, they should usually be looking for something with memory foam. This material can absorb movement made when partners move around at night.

While the Casper Wave Hybrid does feature memory foam, it is still a more bouncy, responsive mattress that allows for a good amount of motion transfer. Sleeping partners could disturb one another when they move around and reposition themselves on the Casper Wave Hybrid.

Edge Support

A mattress with good edge support will also allow couples to sleep toward the edge of their mattress and get the most space possible. Sitting near the edge of the Casper Wave Hybrid, the mattress does collapse a fair bit, but I didn’t feel like I was going to pitch forward. Lying down near the edge of the Casper Wave Hybrid, I didn’t feel like I was going to roll off the mattress, and I did feel quite secure.

Durability

The Casper Wave Hybrid is a deluxe mattress that features a number of durable materials. The high-density foams, latex, and coils should ensure it will last for at least seven to 10 years.

Off-gassing

The Casper Wave Hybrid is a bed-in-a-box mattress and it does come in a cardboard box. Unboxing the Casper Wave Hybrid, I did experience some of that initial chemical smell one finds with a foam or hybrid mattress. However, I left the mattress in a well-ventilated room and, after 48 hours, the smell was gone.

Noise

Even though the Casper Wave Hybrid features coils, I did not hear any sounds when I moved around and changed positions. It is a very quiet mattress but given that it has coils, it could make more noise many years down the line.

Sex

Those who need a mattress for sex usually want to find something responsive that makes it easy to move around. The Casper Wave Hybrid is definitely bouncy and responsive and shouldn’t make sexual partners feel trapped in the mattress.

Casper Company Policies

The fine print may have a big impact on your purchase decision. Before purchasing the Casper Wave Hybrid, it’s important to understand the company policies.

Warranty

The Casper Wave Hybrid is designed to prevent sagging and sinking. However, if something goes wrong, the mattress is protected by a 10-year limited warranty. This warranty covers manufacturing defects, but not normal wear and usual signs of use.

Sleep Trial

It takes about 30 days for your body to adjust to a new mattress. The Casper Wave Hybrid comes with a 100-night risk-free trial, giving your body plenty of time to decide if the mattress is the right fit for your sleep habits.

Return Policy

Don’t love your new Casper Wave Hybrid mattress? No worries. You can return the mattress within the 100-night trial period for a full refund. Casper will even pick up your mattress at no cost.

Common Casper Wave Hybrid Complaints

Reading some negative reviews, a few shoppers mentioned the Casper Wave Hybrid mattress was too soft to feel comfortably supported. How firm a mattress feels is subjective and depends on your sleep position and body type. Sleeping on a mattress that is too soft could lead to lower back pain over time, in any sleep position.

How Does The Casper Compare To Other Mattresses?

Anyone looking to do some comparison shopping should read on as I compare the Casper Wave Hybrid to other relevant mattresses. Make sure to also check out our mattress comparison page for full comparisons.

Casper Wave Hybrid Vs. Casper Original

Product

Firmness

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Product

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress

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Medium-firm: 6.5/10

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4.1 / 5

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The Casper Wave Hybrid is a much more deluxe mattress than the Casper Original, but it does come with a significantly higher price tag (about $1400 more than the Casper Original). This makes sense as it features more advanced zoning than the Casper and also features supportive coils and latex as well. In my experience, the Casper Wave Hybrid is also softer than the Casper Original mattress.

Because of these differences, the mattresses are a better fit for different types of sleepers. The Casper Wave Hybrid should be a better match for larger people and those who require more support. In addition, it should be better for hot sleepers and those who are looking for a more advanced, durable mattress. The Casper Original, on the other hand, should be better for light- and medium-weight combination sleepers and those who want to save money on their mattress purchase.

Who Should Choose the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress?	Who Should Choose the Casper Original Mattress?
Hot sleepers	Shoppers looking to save money
Those looking for a zoned support system	Combination sleepers

Read our full Casper vs Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Comparison.

Casper Wave Hybrid Vs. Layla Hybrid

Product

Firmness

Score

Product

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 6.5/10

Score

4.1 / 5

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While they are both hybrid mattresses, the Casper Wave Hybrid and Layla Hybrid are different in a number of ways. The Casper Wave Hybrid features a zoned construction and more of a balanced foam feel on top. The Layla Hybrid features a flippable design and more of a classic memory foam feel on top.

The Casper Wave Hybrid is going to be firmer than the soft side of the Layla Hybrid and softer than the firm side of the Layla Hybrid. In addition, the Casper Wave Hybrid costs about $1000 more than the Layla Hybrid mattress.

The Casper Wave Hybrid should be a better option for back sleepers because of its zoning and medium firmness. Also, it should be the more durable option because of its inclusion of latex and other high-density foams. Fans of a balanced foam feel that allows them to move around more easily should also choose the Casper Wave Hybrid.

With its flippable design, the Layla Hybrid should be a good choice for side sleepers and stomach sleepers as well. Fans of the slow-moving memory foam feel and those who want to spend less on their purchase should also choose the Layla Hybrid.

Who Should Choose the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress?	Who Should Choose the Layla Hybrid Mattress?
Back sleepers	Those looking for a flippable mattress
People who prefer a bouncy mattress	Stomach and combination sleepers

Read our full Layla Hybrid review.

The Takeaway

The Casper Wave Hybrid performs well as a cooling mattress fit for back and side sleepers. It boasts several proprietary technologies including AirScape foam that set it apart from other Casper mattresses and make it a worthwhile investment. It’s balanced foam feel makes it easy to move around on, but may not satisfy fans of a slow-moving feel or a bouncy innerspring feel.

FAQs

Is the Casper Wave Hybrid Worth it?

While the Casper Wave Hybrid is pricier than the other Casper mattresses, it is worth it in a number of ways. The coils and Zoned Support Max system makes it an ideal option for sleepers who are in need of more support under their lumbar area. Also, it features durable materials so, while it does cost more upfront, it will last for a good deal of time.

Does the Casper Wave Hybrid sleep hot?

The Casper Wave Hybrid mattress should not sleep hot. It features coils, cooling gel, and breathable foams that should keep it from trapping heat.

Is the Casper Wave Hybrid mattress good for side sleepers?

The Casper Wave Hybrid mattress should be a good option for a majority of side sleepers. Those who are light- and medium-weight should feel almost no pressure on their shoulders and hips. Much larger sleepers might feel more pressure in those areas and could feel uncomfortable.

How long will the Casper Wave Hybrid mattress last?

Looking at its construction and durable materials, the Casper Wave Hybrid should last for between seven and 10 years, but probably more.