Hello All, I’m quite new to the mattress universe. I’ve done the research that I can, read the FAQ type things and have become closer to narrowing it down. Because its a big decision, I continuously feel the need to solicit feedback though.
Stats: 30 year old, 250 lbs (on the way down), 5’10 and a combo sleeper who primarily starts on my back and usually wakes up on my side. My current mattress is 10 years old and a 12 inch firm AF memory foam mattress. This firmness was probably great when I was 100+lbs heavier, but now its less comfortable. If this were 5 years ago I might just get a topper and call it a day, but since the mattress is pretty old I figure I should just replace the whole thing. I don’t currently have any back or neck pain/issues.
What I’m looking for: A bed that doesn’t sleep particularly hot, is good for side sleepers that weigh above average but also supportive for back sleeping. For it to last 5-10 years. My budget is preferably under $1k, but willing to go up to $1.5k if the quality is that much of a difference.
As a result, I’ve generally been looking at hybrid mattresses. I do like the feel of memory foam more than latex. Hybrids tend to sleep cooler than a full memory foam mattress. My partner (we have separate rooms) has the casper original and loves it but does say it sleeps warmer than her old mattress and it also sleeps warmer than my current one.
My main two options are…
Option A: The Silk and Snow Hybrid (about $700)
Option B: The Renue 14in Hybrid (about $800 from a locally owned mattress store).
Based on what I’ve been able to find online and from talking to the (very) knowledgeable owner of the local showroom, these mattresses are pretty similar in their design and quality of materials. The main difference seems to be the coils. Renue uses 15.5 gauge wire coils (on the softer side). Silk and Snow use 12.5 in the inner third and 14.5 in the outer third. As such, the Renue should be a bit softer than the silk and snow, but the Silk and Snow should be more supportive in the middle.
I’ve been able to test the Renue, and I do find it to be far more comfortable than my current mattress. I am unable to test the silk and snow. I do want to support local businesses when I can, so the Renue seems like a good option. However the Silk and Snow seems like a slightly better option at a lower cost, but without being able to test it.
These are the two I’m currently deciding between. However for the next tier up the Tuft and Needle Hybrid looks like a good choice, the Leesa Sapira is a bit expensive but also seems like a strong choice. The local showroom also has Nightsbridge 14 inch firm or plush available at a deep discount as they were floor models.
Nightsbridge and Renue are both Corsicana brands. Corsicana is an older and more experienced manufacturer than most brands out there, and certainly don’t put much into marketing the way that a lot of brands do. As a result, there aren’t as many reviews on these mattresses as the others (but also fewer sponsored “reviews” as well. So if anyone has experience with these brands, I would appreciate any insight.
I can also answer any additional questions as well as other mattress i’ve considered. As always, I appreciate any feedback related to the topic. Thank you for reading.
