Zenhaven Mattress Review – A Value Latex Mattress?

Written by Joe Auer, Managing Editor and Sleep Product Reviewer

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I’ll share my personal experience testing the latex Zenhaven mattress from Saatva. I’ll discuss is construction, key performance details, and who it might be best for.

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While it is not the most affordable mattress on the market, the Zenhaven mattress is very affordably priced for a latex mattress. The mattress incorporates Talalay latex, a responsibly sourced material with quite a bit of bounce. The Zenhaven is made by The Saatva Company, producers of the Saatva and Loom & Leaf mattresses, and seems to be very well constructed bed.

In this unbiased Zenhaven mattress review, I’ll cover everything consumers need to know: its pros and cons, price, construction, firmness, feel, and more.

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Zenhaven Mattress Overview

Zenhaven is made with all-natural materials, so it’s no surprise it’s one of the best organic mattresses on the market. In addition to its green appeal, the Zenhaven boasts a durable construction and impressive lifetime warranty.

But these aren’t the only unique elements to this online mattress. It’s also flippable, so sleepers can choose between two different firmness and feel options. That said, this mattress isn’t perfect for everyone. Keep reading to see if the Zenhaven hits all of the right notes for you.

Pros of the Zenhaven Mattress

• The Zenhaven boasts several third-party certifications to ensure it’s made using all-natural, organic materials with sustainable manufacturing processes.
• This mattress makes for a great long-term bedding investment. You can expect the Zenhaven to last at least 10 years because of its durable Talalay latex. It also comes with a lifetime warranty!
• Both sides of the Zenhaven are firm enough to support most back sleepers. The Gentle Firm side offers a balance of comfort and support to most stomach sleepers.

Cons of the Zenhaven Mattress

• Latex mattresses tend to be extra bouncy, and the Zenhaven is no exception. Its bounciness means it does not handle motion transfer well.
• Both sides of the Zenhaven aren’t best suited for side sleepers. The Luxury Plush side is not soft enough to offer ample pressure relief to most sleepers.
• This bed’s premium materials and construction come at a price that might be out of some shopper’s budgets.

Overall Rating

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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.

Zenhaven Mattress Firmness and Feel

When reviewing mattresses, I always thoroughly look at its firmness and feel. Keep reading to see whether the Zenhaven is the right fit for you!

How Firm is the Zenhaven?

The Zenhaven is a flippable mattress, so it has two firmness options; however, both sides feel similar in terms of firmness. The Gentle Firm side felt like a 7/10 and the Luxury Plush side felt like 6.5/10.

Choose Luxury Plush If:	Choose Gentle Firm If:
– You are a lightweight back sleeper – You are a side sleeper	– You are an average weight back sleeper – You are a stomach sleeper

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Sleeping On The Zenhaven

On the Gentle Firm side, the Zenhaven has good support for back sleeping. The hips don’t sink in too far, and there is comfortable support. For side sleeping, however, there is some noticeable pressure on the shoulders and hips. When positioned on their stomach, sleepers should feel well supported given the firmness of the mattress.

On the Luxury Plush side, most people should feel even better when they lie on their back. Their hips should sink in just the right amount while the top comfort layer supports their lumbar area.

Again, while side sleeping, there is noticeable pressure on the shoulders and hips. The amount of pressure is less obvious here than on the Gentle Firm side, but this mattress might be too firm overall for most side sleepers. Instead, people who prefer this sleeping position may want to take a look at the best mattresses for side sleepers. While stomach sleeping, I feel decently supported, but most stomach sleepers will prefer the Gentle Firm side.

What Does the Zenhaven Feel Like?

In terms of feel, both sides have a bouncy foam feel. The latex is very responsive, so it bounces back quickly, meaning that it should be very easy to move around on the Zenhaven.

Luxury Plush Side

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

Gentle Firm Side

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

Is the Zenhaven Mattress Good For Lightweight People (Under 130 lb)?

• While back sleeping, lightweight sleepers should feel a good balance of comfort and support on both the Gentle Firm and Luxury Plush sides.
• Side sleeping, lightweight sleepers shouldn’t feel too much pressure on their shoulders and hips. But the Luxury Plush side is a better match for side sleeping than the Gentle Firm side.
• Even while stomach sleeping, lightweight sleepers should feel decently comfortable because lightweight people are less likely to sink into the support layers.

Is the Zenhaven Mattress Good For Average Weight People (130 – 230 lb)?

• Average weight back sleepers should feel very comfortable on both sides of the Zenhaven. The Gentle Firm side will feel a little more supportive, but the Luxury Plush side will offer a little more pressure relief.
• The Zenhaven is not ideal for average weight side sleepers. Many average weight side sleepers may notice pressure on their shoulders and hips, even on the Luxury Plush side.
• Average weight stomach sleepers should feel a great deal of comfort and support on the Gentle Firm side. They’ll feel decently comfortable on the Luxury Plush side, but will likely prefer the Gentle Firm side.

Is the Zenhaven Mattress Good For Heavyweight People (Over 230 lb)?

• Heavier back sleepers, both sides of this mattress could work for you. On the Gentle Firm side, heavier sleepers should feel very nice overall support when they’re on their backs. There is slightly less support on the Luxury Plush side for heavier back sleepers, but it will still feel comfortable.
• When side sleeping, there is some pressure on the shoulders and hips for heavier sleepers on both sides of the Zenhaven. For most heavyweight sleepers, the Gentle Firm will likely feel more like a 7.5/10 on the firmness scale, and the Luxury Plush side may feel like a 7/10.
• Heavyweight stomach sleepers, the Gentle Firm side should serve you well. However, there isn’t enough support on the Luxury Plush side of the mattress for stomach sleeping.

Zenhaven Mattress Construction

Want to learn about its construction? Let’s take a look inside the Zenhaven, layer by layer.

Cover

The soft cover is knitted with organic cotton, which fits with the Zenhaven’s eco-friendly construction.

Comfort Layer

On the Luxury Plush side, you’ll find a flame-retardant layer of wool. Beneath this sits a 1.5” layer of Luxury Plush Talalay latex. It is zoned, so the firmness will vary across the surface of the mattress, with more support under hips and a softer feel under the shoulders.

To make up the comfort layer on the Gentle Firm side, there is a 1.5” layer of Gentle Firm Talalay latex.

Support Layer

On the Luxury Plush side, you’ll find a 3” Talalay latex Plush base layer. Then, below the plush latex layer, there is a 3” Talalay latex Firm base layer.

On the Gentle Firm side, there is another flame-retardant flame layer and the same knitted, soft cover.

Mattress Height

The mattress is 10” tall which is about an average height.

Zenhaven Mattress Size Options and Price

To learn more about Zenhaven’s sizing and price options, take a look at this handy chart below!

Size	Dimensions	Price
Twin	38″ x 75″	$1995.00
Twin XL	38″ x 80″	$2195.00
Full	54″ x 75″	$2995.00
Queen	60″ x 80″	$3295.00
King	76″ x 80″	$3945.00
California King	72″ x 84″	$3945.00
Split King	Two 38″ x 80″ pieces	$4390.00

Zenhaven Mattress

Zenhaven is an all-natural latex mattress that is innovative and has an excellent match of comfort and support.

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Mattress Clarity Score

4.20 / 5.0

Zenhaven Mattress Performance

How does the Zenhaven stack up in terms of motion transfer, edge support, and durability? Keep reading to find out!

Sleeping Hot or Cold

For people who overheat and sweat at night, the Zenhaven might be an excellent choice because the latex components make the mattress breathable, keeping sleepers cool while they sleep.

Motion Transfer

When it comes to handling motion transfer, latex mattresses don’t perform as well as a memory foam mattress. So, testing out the Zenhaven, I was not surprised that the mattress did not deal with motion transfer particularly well.

When I placed a water glass on the mattress and pushed into the surrounding area, the water was disturbed somewhat. Also, when Marten moved around on the other side of the mattress, I did feel his movements on his side of the mattress.

People who sleep with a partner should note that it’s possible they could feel their partner moving around at night. It isn’t the best mattress for couples.

Edge Support

As a medium-firm mattress, I didn’t expect the Zenhaven mattress to compress too much when I sat near the edge. Sitting down, I did indeed feel like I could comfortably sit and tie my shoes.

However, lying down near the edge, I did get the feeling that I might roll off the mattress. This is worth noting if you sleep with a partner or want to use the full surface area of the mattress.

Durability

Talalay latex is a very high-quality, durable material, and because of this, the mattress should stand up to years of use. People who want a mattress to last them for some time should find this bed to be a good fit. It is more expensive but it’s a great value.

Off-Gassing

When opening a new bed-in-a-box, it’s common to notice a slight chemical smell. Because the Zenhaven is made with all-natural materials and does not come compressed in a cardboard box, off-gassing was not an issue.

Noise

I did not notice any noise when testing out the Zenhaven mattress. Because it’s made entirely out of foam, I do not anticipate it to create sound over time.

Sex

Couples looking for one of the best mattresses for sex may want something they can easily move around on. If this is the case, the Zenhaven is a great choice. It has a bouncy and responsive feel, so people should not sink into the top layers of the mattress and feel stuck there.

Company Policies

Before investing in a new mattress, it’s always a good idea to read the company’s policies. Below, you’ll find more information about Zenhaven’s warranty, sleep trial, and return policy.

Warranty Info

Zenhaven is backed by a lifetime warranty, which is much longer than what most mattress brands offer. In order to remain protected by its warranty, the Zenhaven must be put on a solid surface (with any frame slats covered) to maintain the integrity of the other side of the mattress.

Sleep Trial

The Zenhaven mattress comes with a 365-night home sleep trial, so customers have several months to determine whether it’s right for them.

Return Policy

Any time during the 365-night sleep trial, customers can return their mattress if it’s not a good fit. Saatva does charge a $99 transportation fee to cover the cost of labor and mattress pick-up.

Common Zenhaven Mattress Complaints

A few customers of the Zenhaven mentioned on its product page that it was too firm on both sides for their liking. How firm a mattress feels is fairly subjective, and it depends on your body type and main sleeping position. Reviewers that found the Zenhaven too firm tended to be sleepers weighing under 150 lb and or are side sleepers.

Lightweight sleepers (those who weigh under 130 lb) won’t compress the Zenhaven’s top comfort layer much, which may create pressure around the hips and shoulders if you are a lightweight side sleeper. Side sleepers should opt for a medium-firm or medium-soft mattress to receive ample pressure relief and maintain spinal alignment.

How Does The Zenhaven Compare To Other Mattresses?

It’s always wise to check out some of its competitors. Let’s see how Zenhaven compares to other popular mattresses on the market.

And if you want to learn more, visit our mattress comparisons page for more Zenhaven comparisons like Zenhaven vs Casper and Zenhaven vs Avocado.

Zenhaven Vs Saatva

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Firmness

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Product

Zenhaven Mattress

Firmness

Multiple firmness options

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4.2 / 5

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Though they’re both made by the same company, the Zenhaven and Saatva mattresses have vastly different constructions. the Zenhaven is a latex mattress, while the Saatva is an innerspring mattress with a pillow top.

The latex gives the Zenhaven a bouncier foam feel than the Saatva, which has that traditional spring, pillow top feel. Because the mattresses are very close in terms of firmness, the Saatva and the Gentle Firm side of the Zenhaven both feel like a 7/10.

In terms of price, the Zenhaven is going to be more expensive than the Saatva. It costs quite a lot to naturally source latex, so this is no surprise. With this higher price, consumers will get a decidedly more durable mattress. Because of the Talalay latex throughout the construction, the Zenhaven should be a longer lasting mattress.

Who Should Choose the Zenhaven Mattress?	Who Should Choose the Saatva Mattress?
Those who want a durable and long-lasting mattress	People who want a more affordable mattress
Sleepers who prefer an all-natural latex mattress	Sleepers who prefer a mattress with a traditional innerspring and pillow top feel
People who like a bouncier foam feel

Read our full Saatva vs Zenhaven comparison.

Zenhaven Vs. Loom & Leaf Mattress

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Firmness

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Product

Zenhaven Mattress

Firmness

Multiple firmness options

Score

4.2 / 5

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The Loom & Leaf is Saatva Company’s all-foam mattress. The mattress has a firmness of 6.5/10, which is pretty much the same as the Luxury Plush side of the Zenhaven.

In terms of feel, the Zenhaven has that bouncy foam feel, while the Loom & Leaf has that classic memory foam feel. The Zenhaven is much more responsive, and you will sink into the Loom & Leaf more. The Loom & Leaf excels much better at motion isolation than the Zenhaven, making it a better fit for couples that toss and turn.

The Loom & Leaf mattress is more affordable than the Zenhaven, but it won’t last as long. The Zenhaven is made out of all-natural Talalay latex, one of the most durable materials in the mattress world. The Loom & Leaf is a high-quality all-foam mattress, but its foam layers won’t be as durable as the Zenhaven’s latex.

Who Should Choose the Zenhaven Mattress?	Who Should Choose the Loom & Leaf Mattress?
Those who prefer a mattress with a responsive feel	People who prefer a classic memory foam mattress feel
People who want a luxurious and longer-lasting mattress	Those who want a more affordable mattress

Read our full Loom & Leaf vs Zenhaven comparison.

The Takeaway

The Zenhaven mattress from Saatva is a high-quality mattress that is sold for a great value. It’s built to last from durable Talalay latex and other organic materials which make it an ideal long-term investment for your bedroom. The latex gives it a bouncy and responsive feel. This makes it easy to move around on, but also means it does not handle motion isolation well.

FAQs

How much does the Zenhaven cost?

For a queen size version of the Zenhaven mattress, the price is $3295.00 which includes delivery to your home.

Is the Zenhaven mattress all-natural?

The Zenhaven mattress is an all-natural, eco-friendly mattress. It has an organic cotton cover and all-natural Talalay latex layers.

How much does the Zenhaven latex mattress weigh?

The Zenhaven mattress, due to its nearly all-latex construction, is a very heavy mattress. A queen size Zenhaven mattress weighs around 185 lbs.