Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress Review – Their Best Yet?

Written by Joe Auer, Managing Editor and Sleep Product Reviewer

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I’ll share my experience testing the Tuft & Needle Hybrid and go over key details you should know if you are shopping for a new mattress such as firmness, feel, construction, and more.

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Tuft & Needle was founded in 2012 and, since then, it has become one of the most successful producers of bed-in-a-box mattresses. Starting with the original Tuft & Needle and expanding include the Mint and Hybrid mattresses, the company has been carefully staying ahead of market trends.

One such trend is the hybrid mattress. Over the past few months, many popular mattress brands have begun producing hybrid versions of their flagship models. The Casper Hybrid is just one example.

So, let’s see how the Tuft & Needle Hybrid stacks up against not only other hybrids but the other Tuft & Needle mattresses as well.  This unbiased Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress review will cover everything consumer should know about this mattress, including a full breakdown of the construction, the pros and cons, firmness and feel, comfort, support, motion isolation, edge support, breathability, durability, and much more.

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Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress Overview

Tuft & Needle offers three mattresses: the Original Tuft & Needle, the Tuft & Needle Mint, and now the Tuft & Needle Hybrid. So, what sets the Hybrid apart from the other Tuft & Needle mattresses?

The main design difference is going to be the microcoils and pocketed coils. The Original and the Mint are both all-foam mattresses, but the Hybrid contains coils in its support layer instead of foam. This makes it a supportive, high-end mattress that’s great for a variety of different kinds of sleepers. But is this right bed for you? Here’s a quick snapshot of the pros and cons of this popular bed-in-a-box.

Pros of the Tuft & Needle Hybrid

• This mattress’s thick memory foam comfort layer should provide most back and side sleepers with a balance of support and ample pressure relief.
• Its balanced foam feel makes it easy to move around on, but it also performs well at isolating motion.
• The Tuft & Needle Hybrid is made with graphite and gel bead infused foam that regulates body temperature and prevents hot sleepers from overheating.

Cons of the Tuft & Needle Hybrid

• Unless you are a lightweight sleeper, the Tuft & Needle Hybrid will likely not offer you enough support.
• For a hybrid mattress, this bed does not have an extra bouncy feel.
• Fans of a slow-moving memory foam feel will find this bed too bouncy or responsive for their taste.

Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress Firmness and Feel

It’s always important to consider a mattress’s firmness level and feel. Let’s see who the Tuft & Needle Hybrid will be a good fit for!

How Firm is the Tuft & Needle Hybrid?

The Hybrid feels close to a 6/10, just slightly softer-than-average. When I press my hand into the top of the Tuft & Needle Hybrid, I am feeling some soft layers at first, but then my hand hits the firmer layers beneath.

Sleeping On The Tuft & Needle Hybrid

The memory foam, Adaptive foam, microcoils, and pocketed coils combine to give the Hybrid a balance of comfort and support. This makes the Tuft & Needle feel absolutely fantastic when I am sleeping on my back. The supportive coils are providing excellent overall support, while the memory foam and Adaptive Foam are adding some contouring as well.

The comfort layer is also particularly thick so that, when I move to my side, I feel no real noticeable pressure on my shoulders and hips. The top of the Hybrid is quite plush, and I believe most side sleepers are going to feel similarly.

However, stomach sleepers of pretty much any size are going to want a firmer mattress. The Hybrid is just not supportive enough for me when I am on my stomach, and I need something a bit more supportive.

What Does the Tuft & Needle Hybrid Feel Like?

Now, when it comes to feel, the Hybrid is all about balance. The mattress has a bit of that memory foam feel but not too much. It also has a bit of bounce, but not too much. So, I feel like I am sleeping on top of the mattress, but I am also sinking in just a little bit.

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	Fair	Bad

Is the Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress Good For Lightweight People (Under 130 lb)?

• The Tuft & Needle Hybrid provides excellent support and pressure relief to lightweight back sleepers.
• Lightweight side sleepers shouldn’t feel any pressure along their shoulders and hips.
• Even while stomach sleeping, lightweight sleepers should feel good support under their hips.

Is the Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress Good For Average Weight People (130 – 230 lb)?

• Average weight sleepers should feel very comfortable while back sleeping. The pocketed coils provide plenty of support, and the memory foam gives nice body contouring.
• Average weight side sleepers should also feel plenty of pressure relief and support on the Tuft & Needle Hybrid.
• The Tuft & Needle Hybrid isn’t the best choice for average weight stomach sleepers. This bed is on the softer side, so it won’t provide enough support for this sleeping position. Instead, people in this category should take a look at the best mattresses for stomach sleepers.

Is the Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress Good For Heavyweight People (Over 230 lb)?

• Heavier sleepers, generally, will feel like the Tuft & Needle Hybrid is a bit firmer. It’s still a great pick for back sleepers, though. Heavier people should feel ample support from the coils and plenty of comfort from the foam.
• Side sleepers who weigh closer to 300 lb should sleep comfortably on this mattress. The comfort layer is thick enough to alleviate pain on hips and shoulders. Those who weigh more than 300lbs may feel some slight firmness and pressure in those areas, however.
• Heavier stomach sleepers likely won’t get enough support on the Tuft & Needle Hybrid. The thick comfort layer allows hips to bow in, causing the body to get out of alignment. This can lead to back pain over time.

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Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress Construction

What’s the Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress made out of, exactly? Let’s take a closer look at what’s inside each layer.

Cover

The Tuft & Needle Hybrid’s cover is soft and has a bit of that sweatshirt quality. It is quilted with a thin layer of memory foam.

Comfort Layers

The top comfort layer is 2” thick and made of Tuft & Needle’s proprietary Adaptive Foam. This unique material is found in all of the Tuft & Needle mattresses and combines memory foam and latex qualities. It is soft and allows sleepers to sink into the mattress, but it is also responsive and makes it easy to move around. The foam contains graphite and gel beads, which are are intended to assist with heat dissipation.

Below the top layer, there is a very thin layer of microcoils. This feature adds more contouring to the top of the mattress and gives the bed a nice balance of comfort and support.

Below the first two comfort layers sits a foam transition layer.

Support Layers

The support layer contains 6” of pocketed coils. These should be very supportive and should be able to hold up even larger weights. 

This all rests on a 1” layer of base polyfoam.

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Mattress Height

The Tuft & Needle Hybrid is 12” tall.

Mattress Size Options and Price

Want to learn more about the Tuft & Needle Hybrid’s price points and size options? Check out this handy chart below!

Size	Dimensions	Price
Twin	39″ x 75″	$1395.00
Twin XL	39″ x 80″	$1595.00
Full	54″ x 75″	$1795.00
Queen	60″ x 80″	$1995.00
King	76″ x 80″	$2595.00
California King	72″ x 84″	$2595.00

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Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress

The Tuft and Needle Hybrid is a comfortable, supportive mattress that is also a good fit for hot sleepers. 

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Mattress Clarity Score

4.00 / 5.0

Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress Performance

To get a full picture of any online mattress, you’ll need to know how well it performs. Let’s dive deeper into the Tuft & Needle Hybrid’s cooling features, motion transfer, edge support, and durability.

Sleeping Hot or Cold

Foam mattresses have a history of sleeping hot, but that should not be a problem with the Tuft & Needle Hybrid. The graphite and gel beads can help draw heat away from sleepers, allowing them to sleep more coolly. The multiple sets of coils also promote airflow through the mattress. This will also keep the Hybrid from trapping too much heat and should make for a cooler night of sleep.

Motion Transfer

For those couples out there, motion transfer should be a major consideration. On a mattress with a lot of motion transfer, partners could wake each other up but, on mattresses with little motion transfer, this won’t be so much of an issue.

Memory foam mattresses are some of the best at handling motion transfer because this material absorbs motion and helps isolate motion to each side of the mattress.

Since the Tuft & Needle Hybrid features memory foam on top, I was interested to see how it would perform. I first placed a glass of water on one side of the Hybrid, and then I pressed into the other side. The glass of water was not disturbed too much.

Next, I lay down on one side of the mattress while Marten moved around on the other side, making the movements a partner might make in the middle of the night. I really didn’t feel his motion transfer to my side of the mattress.

This lets me know that the Tuft & Needle Hybrid should be a good mattress for couples.

Edge Support

Edge support should also come into play when couples are buying a mattress. Edge support is basically a measure of how stable the edge of a mattress is. Sitting or lying down near the edge of the Tuft & Needle Hybrid, will sleepers feel like they are going to roll off?

When I sit near the edge of the Tuft & Needle Hybrid, the memory foam and Adaptive Foam collapse only a bit. Also, the pocketed coils do not really collapse because they have a reinforced edge. This means the coils are actually firmer toward the edge of the mattress. That design also makes me feel very secure when I am lying down near the edge of the Hybrid.

Durability

The Tuft & Needle mattress is made with durable and high-quality materials, so it should have a long lifespan. You can anticipate this mattress will last between 7 and 10 years.

Off-Gassing

When opening a new bed-in-a-box, it’s common to notice a slight chemical smell. This is called “off-gassing,” and it was prevalent with the Tuft & Needle Hybrid. After 48 hours, though, the smell completely faded.

Noise

I did not notice any noise when testing the Tuft & Needle Hybrid. It’s possible the coils could squeak over time, but I don’t anticipate this becoming a noisy mattress.

Sex

Generally, couples looking for a good mattress for sex want something that’s responsive and easy to move around on. Because of its balanced feel, the Tuft & Needle mattress is a good choice for getting intimate. Partners won’t feel like they’re sinking inside the layers, and they should be able shift positions on top of this bed.

Company Policies

Before investing in a new mattress, I always recommend shoppers read the fine print. Below, I’ve outlined Tuft & Needle’s warranty information, sleep trial, and return policy.

Warranty Info

The Tuft & Needle Hybrid is backed by a 10-year limited warranty. This warranty cover defects caused in the manufacturing process, as long as you are handling your Tuft & Needle mattress as intended.

Sleep Trial

Tuft & Needle has a 100-night sleep trial period. 

Return Policy

If you aren’t happy with your Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress, you can return it for a full refund during the 100-night sleep trial period.

Common Tuft & Needle Mattress Complaints

Though many people have had great experiences with their Tuft & Needle mattress, it’s not uncommon to come across a few complaints. Oftentimes, these issues have to do with shipping and returns. Occasionally, when purchasing through a third-party like Amazon, customers have issues returning their mattress. That’s why I recommend purchasing directly from the company itself. I have found the Tuft & Needle reps have great customer service.

Other users have complained about the lack of support while stomach sleeping. As mentioned above, this is a softer mattress. If you tend to sleep on your stomach, you’ll want something much firmer.

How Does The Tuft & Needle Hybrid Compare To Other Mattresses?

It’s always smart to check out several different brands before purchasing a new mattress. Let’s see how the Tuft & Needle Hybrid compares to other popular beds on the market!

And for more in-depth information, head over to our Tuft & Needle mattress comparisons page.

Tuft & Needle Hybrid Vs. Original Tuft & Needle

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Soft: 6/10

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The original Tuft & Needle is an all-foam mattress, while the Tuft & Needle Hybrid contains foam and coils. The Hybrid is a more supportive option, making it a great choice for heavier people. The Original, on the other hand, is a better pick for lightweight and medium-weight sleepers.

The two options feel medium-firm, and they both have a balanced and slightly responsive feel.

Because of its simpler construction, the original Tuft & Needle is more affordable than the Hybrid. If you’re looking for something higher-end, the Hybrid is the way to go.

Who Should Choose the Tuft & Hybrid Hybrid Mattress?	Who Should Choose the Original Tuft & Needle Mattress?
Those who want something higher-end	Those who want to save money
Heavier people	Lightweight sleepers

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Tuft & Needle Hybrid Vs. Casper Hybrid

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Soft: 6/10

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The Original Casper mattress is available as both an all-foam and hybrid mattress. The Casper Hybrid is also much firmer than the Tuft & Needle Hybrid, coming in at 7/10 on our firmness scale.

The Tuft & Needle Hybrid is a more supportive mattress, so it’s a better pick for heavier people. Both mattresses have a balanced and responsive feel, so sleepers shouldn’t have trouble moving around on them.

In terms of price, the Casper Hybrid mattress is also more affordable.

Who Should Choose the Tuft & Needle Hybrid Mattress?	Who Should Choose the Casper Hybrid Mattress?
Those who prefer a softer mattress	Those who prefer a firmer mattress
Heavier back and side sleepers	Shoppers who want to save money

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The Takeaway

The Tuft & Needle Hybrid takes the best of the previous Tuft & Needle models and combines it with the support of a durable pocketed coil support layer. Its thicker Adaptive Foam layer gives it a soft, responsive feel that is best suited for light- to average weight back and side sleepers. However, it is not supportive enough for some heavyweight sleepers and most stomach sleepers.

FAQs

Can you flip the Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress?

No, the Tuft & Needle Hybrid is not a flippable mattress. It is designed with coils on the bottom and foam on top, so flipping it just wouldn’t work.

How long will the Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress last?

Because it’s made with high-quality and durable materials, the Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress should last between 7 and 10 years.

What if I don’t like my Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress?

If you aren’t satisfied with your Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress, you can return it within the 100-night sleep trial period.