Leesa vs. Tempur-Pedic
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Leesa vs. Tempur-Pedic Mattress Overview
Related: Best Organic MattressesKey Similarities
- Both have mattresses containing all foam (except for Tempur-Pedic’s Flex collection)
- Both have memory foam in all or a portion of the comfort layer
Key Differences
- Leesa sells just one mattress with one firmness level, while Tempur-Pedic has a full line of mattresses with different feels and a full range of firmness levels
- Leesa sells its mattress for less than every single Tempur-Pedic model
- Tempur-Pedic has been in business much longer, so you have the benefit of thousands of reviews over a long period of time
Main Construction and Feel
Leesa uses cooling foam in its top layer, making the mattress breathable.  The feel of this layer is pressure-relieving while being very responsive (like latex) at the same time.  This means when you move around, the foam immediately responds to your movement.  Check out the video for a quick demonstration. This feel is quite different from the Tempur-Pedic models (except for perhaps the Flex collection).  With Tempur-Pedic, the memory foam in the top layer is slow-moving.  You will slowly sink into the mattress and have it contour around you. Is slower or faster-moving foam better?  Well, that just depends on your personal preference, so you should figure out which type of feel you like before you make a decision.Motion Isolation
Tempur-Pedic is well known for the ability of its mattresses to isolate motion. Â Leesa does a pretty good job with this as well, but I would have to say Tempur-Pedic has the edge on this factor. Â Check out the video below showing off the motion isolation capabilities of the Leesa.Breathability and Sleeping Cool
If you look at a picture of the different foam layers of the Leesa, you’ll see that the top layer of cooling foam is convoluted. Â Because of that, the mattress is very breathable and in my experience provided a cool sleeping surface. Â Tempur-Pedic has addressed the issue of sleeping hot with its Breeze models. Â From reading tons and tons of reviews, people tend to agree it does a great job of keeping a cool sleeping surface (check out my Cloud Luxe Breeze review), but you have to pay $1,000 extra to get a Breeze model.Price and Value
The Leesa is priced so much less than the Tempur-Pedic mattresses because of its online-only business model. Â By selling direct-to-consumer, Leesa avoids all the costs and markups associated with selling into retail stores. Â Because of this, you can probably get a better value from the Leesa.Pick Leesa If:
- You Want a Little More Value– Because Leesa only sells online, it is able to price its mattress at level much lower than Tempur-Pedic is able to. Â For that reason, you can probably get a little more value from Leesa.
- You Want a Breathable Mattress Without Paying Extra– The convoluted cooling foam that Leesa uses in its top layer is very breathable and makes for a nice and cool sleeping surface. Â Tempur-Pedic has addressed the issue of sleeping hot with its Breeze models, but you have to pay $1,000 extra for them.
- You Want a Balanced Feel– The Leesa has a medium firmness and I would describe the mattress as having a balanced feel.  You sink into the mattress just a little bit and it’s a good fit for most people in any sleeping position.
Leesa Original Mattress
Made with responsive foam, the Leesa Original mattress works well for side sleepers and hot sleepers.
Product Details
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Sleep Trial
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping
Free shipping
Price
$849 – $1599
Our Recommendation
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Back Sleepers
This bed’s strong support is ideal for back sleepers because it helps keep the spine neutrally aligned.
Side Sleepers
This bed offers pressure relief at both the shoulders and hips, making it a great fit for side sleepers.
Stomach Sleepers
This mattress is ideal for stomach sleepers as its firm support promotes spinal alignment.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers, as it provides them support and easy mobility.
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Pick Tempur-Pedic If:
- You Like Slow-Moving Memory Foam– If you like slowly sinking into your mattress and having it envelop you, Tempur-Pedic is going to be the way to go.
- You Know the Exact Firmness You Want– Tempur-Pedic gives you a plethora of firmness options, so you should be able to pinpoint the exact firmness level that you like.
- You Want to Buy From a Long-Established Brand– With Tempur-Pedic, you get to buy from a brand that has thousands of reviews spanning many years. Â If you want to buy from a more established brand, then potentially Tempur-Pedic is the way to go.
TEMPUR-Cloud Mattress
The Tempur-Cloud promises to provide the soft comfort consumers have come to expect from Tempur-Pedic mattresses, but for a more affordable price.
Product Details
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Sleep Trial
90 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping
Free shipping
Price
$1699 – $3398
Our Recommendation
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Side Sleepers
This bed offers pressure relief at both the shoulders and hips, making it a great fit for side sleepers.
Back Sleepers
This bed’s strong support is ideal for back sleepers because it helps keep the spine neutrally aligned.
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is a good match for anyone struggling with back pain, as it cushions the lumbar region and has enough support to keep the spine neutrally aligned.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers, as it provides them support and easy mobility.
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
