Best Firm Mattress

If you sleep with a partner, child, or pet, you may find yourself waking up in the middle of the night due to their tossing and turning. A mattress with excellent motion isolation, or low motion transfer, is able to absorb movement at the source and prevent the disturbance from traveling to the other side of the bed. I test motion isolation in mattresses using a seismometer. I drop a 10-pound steel ball onto one side of the mattress from three height levels, while a seismometer on the other side of the bed measures the amount of disturbance and displays the results in a graph. The larger the lines on the graph, the higher the motion transfer, and the more likely you are to feel a partner’s tossing and turning.

Since the Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable mattress, I performed the seismometer test on both sides. A mattress containing springy coils typically struggles to isolate motion, while beds made entirely of slow-moving memory foam are better at absorbing motion. The Plank Firm Luxe contains a coil layer, so I initially had low expectations. However, I found pretty average motion transfer results on both sides of the mattress. Unless you’re an especially light sleeper, I think you’re unlikely to feel a partner tossing and turning. At most, you might feel larger movements, such as getting in and out of bed.

Based on the Plank Firm Luxe’s materials and construction, I think it’s a very supportive mattress. This bed is packed with layers of high-density foam and almost 1,000 individually wrapped coils. When resting on this mattress, I could feel the coils working to lift my body up and out of the mattress. I definitely felt more “on” the bed than “in” the bed, especially when sleeping on the extra-firm side. The firm side offered slightly more sinkage without sacrificing support. I felt best supported when sleeping on my stomach. The firm support lifted my hips in line with my shoulders, helping me achieve neutral spinal alignment. I think the Plank Firm Luxe is also supportive enough for sleepers weighing over 250 pounds, especially on the extra-firm side.

When evaluating cooling in mattresses, I first take a look at the materials and construction. Hybrid mattresses containing coils, like the Plank Firm Luxe, tend to be more cooling. The coils add space within the mattress for hot air to flow in and out without becoming trapped. Other than the coils, this bed doesn’t contain any other cooling technology. However, hot sleepers can add an optional cooling cover at checkout for an additional cost. 

Next, I measure the bed’s cooling abilities using a thermal gun. I use the thermal gun to record the mattress’s initial temperature and then measure its temperature again after I’ve lain on it for five minutes. If the temperature increases by more than 15 degrees, then it has very poor cooling capabilities. An increase of 10 to 15 degrees indicates decent cooling, 5 to 10 degrees indicates good cooling, and less than 5 degrees indicates excellent cooling. When I used the thermal gun on the Plank Firm Luxe, I found a temperature increase of 5 degrees, indicating good cooling. Although this bed doesn’t pack in a lot of cooling materials, I think it could be a good choice for hot sleepers.

Edge support refers to how strong the sides of a mattress are. Ideally, a mattress’s edges will be just as sturdy and supportive as the very center of the bed. Edge support is an important factor to pay attention to if you share the bed with another person, as it allows you to fully spread out and use the entire surface of the mattress. This can make the bed feel larger, which can also appeal to solo sleepers who like to spread out. Strong edges are also useful to people with mobility issues who rely on the edge of the mattress when getting in and out of bed. Finally, edge support can indicate durability, as weak edge support can lead to premature sagging.

Thanks to its firm foams and coil layer, I found great edge support on the Plank Firm Luxe. When sitting on the edge, I found very little sinkage. When lying near the edge, I felt supported and lifted and never felt at risk of falling off the bed. I used a yardstick to measure how much the layers collapsed under my weight and found just 2 inches of sinkage. I think this bed would work well for people with mobility issues or those who like to spread out.

I test pressure relief—or how well a mattress cushions sensitive joints—using our pressure map test. I first roll a specialized mat onto the surface of the bed and then lie on it in different sleeping positions. The mat is able to sense where pressure is building on my body and translate the results into an easy-to-read graphic using thermal imaging. Areas displaying blue and green indicate little to no pressure buildup, while areas displaying yellow and red indicate high pressure buildup.

I haven’t performed this test on the Plank Firm Luxe just yet, so stay tuned for those results. But even without the pressure map results, I can make some well-informed suggestions based on your preferred sleep position. When side sleeping on the Firm Luxe’s extra-firm side, I could feel some pressure forming at my hips and shoulders. However, when I tried side sleeping on the “regular firm” side, I felt more pressure relief and contouring through those sensitive joints, so I would recommend that side to exclusive side sleepers. For back sleepers, either side of this bed will likely feel comfortable—I found great pressure relief through the hips and lower back on both sides of the mattress. I could feel a bit of pressure forming at my lower back when stomach sleeping on the firm side due to the slight sinkage at the hips. However, I felt zero pressure buildup when stomach sleeping on the extra-firm side.

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When I performed the seismometer test on the Helix Dawn, I found pretty average results. Looking at the graph, there’s some clear spiking that doesn’t quickly flatten. This hybrid bed contains a layer of bouncy coils, which cause motion to ripple across the mattress rather than stopping at the source. These aren’t terrible results, but I’ve definitely seen better. I think you’re likely to feel large movements from your partner, such as tossing and turning or getting in and out of bed.

When lying on the Helix Dawn, I felt extremely supported. There wasn’t too much sinkage on this mattress, and I felt mostly “on” the bed rather than “in” the bed. This isn’t surprising considering the firm layers of foam within the mattress, including Helix Dynamic Foam (a latex alternative) and High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam with a firm feel. I felt most supported by the layer of pocketed coils. These coils are zoned for support, meaning their firmness fluctuates depending on where the body needs more lift or more sinkage. A base layer made of dense memory foam gives the coils something to bounce off of and further supports the bed.

Based on its materials and construction, I think the Helix Dawn could be a solid choice for hot sleepers. The mattress contains a breathable knit cover and pocketed coils that promote airflow and prevent heat from getting trapped. However, the foams inside the bed don’t contain cooling technology, so very hot sleepers may prefer the Helix Dawn Luxe, which has more cooling features. You can also purchase an optional cooling cover at checkout, which can help with further temperature regulation.

I haven’t tested the Helix Dawn with my thermal gun yet, so stay tuned for those results.

I am overall satisfied with the edge support on the Helix Dawn. This mattress contains two reinforced edges, which can help prevent the sides from sagging prematurely. The coil layer also prevents the other mattress layers from collapsing too much along the sides when weight is applied. I think couples that like to spread out will be happy with the edge support on the Helix Dawn.

Since the Helix Dawn is the firmest bed in Helix’s collection, I’m not surprised that it’s more supportive than contouring or pressure relieving. I think stomach sleepers will be most comfortable on this bed. The firm foams and coils help prevent the hips from sinking too far into the bed, which is ideal for maintaining proper spinal alignment in this position. This firmness can also help back sleepers find relief from tension buildup in the lower back and hips. However, I think this bed is too firm to properly contour the hips and shoulders of side sleepers.

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Unfortunately, I wasn’t impressed with the motion isolation on the DreamCloud. Taking a look at the seismograph, I see a lot of large and abrupt spikes of motion that don’t quickly dissipate, especially from the tallest ball drops. These results aren’t horrible, but they do indicate that you’re likely to feel a partner’s movement at night, especially if you sleep lightly.

Inside the DreamCloud Original is a tall layer of individually wrapped coils that offer firm support and a lot of lift. I could feel these coils working to lift my body up and out of the structure, and I felt more “on” the bed than “in” it. I also found a lot of support from the top layer of gel memory foam. This foam has a slow response to pressure, so it’s more supportive than your typical poly foam while still providing cushioning at the sensitive joints.

As a hybrid bed, the DreamCloud contains a tall layer of innerspring coils. These coils add plenty of space inside the bed for air to flow freely without becoming trapped, thus helping the sleeper stay cool. In a further nod to cooling, the DreamCloud is also made with a gel-infused memory foam. Memory foam has a reputation for trapping heat, but the cooling gel helps draw heat away from the body and prevent overheating.

When I tested this bed with my thermal gun, I found a 7-degree temperature increase after lying on it for five minutes. This indicates good cooling abilities, so I’d recommend the DreamCloud to hot sleepers.

I thought the edge support on the DreamCloud was excellent. I felt lifted and supported when sitting and lying directly on the sides of the bed, and I didn’t feel like I was about to slide off. There was just a tiny bit of sinkage when I put my entire weight on the edge of the bed, so I’d say the edge support is really solid.

Although the DreamCloud is a firm mattress, I found a lot of pressure relief and cushioning at my joints due to the foam quilted into the mattress cover. On the pressure map, I see mostly blue when back sleeping, indicating low pressure. I could feel the layer of gel memory foam filling in my lumbar region and contouring around my hips and shoulders. When side sleeping, I did see a bit of yellow forming at the hips on the pressure map, so I’d steer side sleepers toward a softer mattress that offers more sinkage.

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Based on the WinkBed’s seismometer results, I’d say it has average motion transfer. This bed contains coils, which allow motion to travel easier than all-foam beds. However, the pillow top and top layer of foam help absorb motion at the source and prevent too much movement from transferring. I think you might still feel larger movements from a partner, like getting in and out of bed, but you should be able to sleep through your partner’s typical tossing and turning.

The WinkBed’s support system feels very similar to that of a traditional innerspring mattress. The extra-tall layer of coils features multiple support zones, so the firmness of the bed fluctuates depending on where the body needs more or less lift. I thought these coils did a great job lifting my body up and out of the mattress. I could feel the layers working to prop my spine into proper alignment, which is something folks with back pain can appreciate.

I think the WinkBed is an excellent choice for hot sleepers. The extra-tall layer of coils makes the bed super-airy and breathable, and I don’t think heat trapping will become an issue. Further cooling comes from the Tencel cover, which is a natural material that helps with temperature regulation. I was also impressed by the gel-infused Euro pillow top. I usually recommend gel-infused foam as one of the best types of memory foam because it helps draw heat away from the sleeper.

When testing the WinkBed with my thermal gun, I found a temperature increase of 7 degrees after lying on the bed for five minutes. This indicates good cooling abilities, so I think hot sleepers will be able to sleep cool and comfortable.

When I sat and lay directly on the edges of the WinkBed, I felt very supported. I could definitely feel the coils putting in the work – I felt both lifted and secure. I grabbed a yardstick to measure how much the top layer collapsed under my weight and was happy to find less than an inch of sinkage. I would recommend this bed to couples who want to spread out or people with mobility issues who need more support getting in and out of the bed.

The WinkBed is offered in three firmness options, and I tested the Luxury Firm model for pressure relief. When sleeping on my back, I could feel my weight being evenly distributed due to the zoned support coils. I felt a bit of pressure forming at my hips and shoulders when side sleeping, so side sleepers might prefer the softest model. However, I think the Luxury Firm and Firm models are great choices for stomach and back sleepers. The Euro pillow top offers a bit of plushness without sacrificing the firm support.

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Given that the Saatva has two layers of innerspring coils, I predicted it would tank in our tests for motion isolation. The bounce from just one layer of coils can induce high motion transfer, so double the coils means double the bounce. As I feared, I saw some pretty harsh lines on the seismograph. These results aren’t awful, but I do think you’re likely to feel it every time your partner gets up for a snack or glass of water.

Where the Saatva lacks motion isolation, it makes up for in support. Innerspring mattresses are known for their solid support, and the Saatva is no different. The coil-on-coil construction provided great lift, and I felt my spine being propped into a comfortable neutral alignment. I also appreciated the memory foam’s zoned support, as it provided some slight cushion while still bolstering my joints. This layer also includes Saatva’s patented Spinal Wire, which attaches to the coil layers for even more spinal support.

As I’ve mentioned previously, coils help a lot with airflow and breathability. With two layers of coils, the Saatva offers double the room for hot air to flow through without becoming trapped. When testing the bed with my thermal gun, I found a temperature increase of 9.3 degrees after laying on it for five minutes. This indicates good cooling, and I can confirm that I didn’t feel any overheating during testing.

I don’t say this lightly – the Saatva is the gold standard when it comes to edge support. The edges felt just as strong and supportive as the very center of the bed, and I felt very secure when sitting and lying directly on them. When I sat on the edge of the bed, I measured less than half an inch of sinkage. If you have mobility issues or simply like to spread out, then the Saatva is an excellent choice.

I tested the Luxury Firm model of the Saatva. Based on the pressure map, I think this model is a nice choice for side and back sleepers, as indicated by all the green and blue. I think back sleepers will especially appreciate the balance between pressure relief and support. Back sleepers will also likely be happy on the firmest model — as will stomach sleepers. Side sleepers looking for a bit more plushness to cushion their hips and shoulders might prefer the softest model.

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If you sleep with a restless partner, the Nolah Evolution could be a great choice. Looking at the seismograph, the lines are pretty small, and I don’t see any abrupt spiking. Although the bed contains bouncy coils, the top layers of foam help absorb motion and isolate it at the source, thus preventing you from feeling it on your side of the bed. At most, you might feel large movements from a partner, but I think you’re unlikely to be disturbed by normal tossing and turning.

The main support system in the Nolah Evolution is a layer of patented HDMax EcoSupport Coils. These coils provided a lot of lift and prevented my body from sinking too far into the bed. I could feel these coils lifting my spine into neutral alignment regardless of my sleeping position. I also felt supported by the two comfort layers and the transition layer. An inch of high-density foam rounds out the bed and offers an extra boost of support. Overall, I’d say the Nolah Evolution excels in the support category.

I was impressed with the Nolah Evolution’s cooling abilities, so I’d recommend it to any sleeper prone to overheating. The individually wrapped coils add room for air to flow out of the mattress, giving it a breathable construction. I found additional cooling from the two comfort layers. The first layer is made from Nolah’s ArticTex fibers, which help keep the foam cool. The second layer is made from Nolah’s AirFoamICE. This layer is similar to the proprietary Nolah AirFoam but contains a graphite infusion, which helps with temperature regulation. I haven’t tested this bed with my thermal gun, so stay tuned for those results.

The 8-inch layer of HDMax EcoSupport coils helps the Nolah Evolution maintain strong edges. Edge-Tech support foam wraps around the coils, which reinforces them and prevents sagging. When I sat directly on the edge of this bed, I noticed some slight sinkage while still feeling secure and supported. I felt even more stable when lying directly near the edge.

I gave the Nolah Evolution five stars for pressure relief because it provides excellent cushioning and contouring around the sensitive joints without sacrificing support. When we take a look at the pressure map, we can see all blue and green in the back and side sleeping positions. The layers of foam above the coils were able to mold around my hips, shoulders, and back to create a very comfortable sleeping surface. I would definitely recommend this bed to sleepers struggling with joint pain.

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Based on the Bear Original’s seismometer, I’d say it does a nice job of isolating motion. The lines on the graph are very small and condensed close together, meaning the motion doesn’t travel harshly to the other side of the bed. From the lowest ball drop, which represents someone tossing and turning, there was barely any disturbance at all. I don’t think you’ll be too troubled by a restless partner on the Bear Original.

As an all-foam mattress, this bed is slightly less supportive than other hybrid or innerspring beds on this roundup. The main support system is a 6-inch layer of high-density foam at the bottom of the mattress. The bed contains two layers of softer foam up top that provide some initial contouring as they ease the sleeper onto the firm base below. However, this bed still provides enough lift that I felt like I floated on top of the bed instead of sinking into it.

The Bear Original does not contain coils to promote airflow. However, the bed does contain a 2-inch layer of graphite- and gel-infused memory foam. Graphite and gel are two great cooling infusions that help combat memory foam’s tendency to trap body heat. The mattress comes with a breathable quilted cover, but you can upgrade to an even cooler Celliant cover for an additional cost at checkout. When I tested the bed with my thermal gun, I found a temperature increase of less than 9 degrees, which indicates good cooling. For a foam mattress, I think the Bear offers great cooling.

Since the Bear does not contain innerspring coils, I found weaker edge support. When I sat on the side, I didn’t feel like I was about to fall off the bed. However, I definitely felt less supported along the perimeter than I did at the very center of the bed. If you have mobility issues, you might want a bed with reinforced edges.

Looking at the Bear’s pressure map, we can see excellent pressure relief when back sleeping. I felt the memory foam layer contouring my lower back while sleeping in this position, so I think it could be a great choice for those struggling with back pain. I see a bit of pressure forming at the shoulders when side sleeping, so side sleepers with preexisting shoulder pain might need a softer bed. In both sleeping positions, the Bear helped relieve pressure at my hips.

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If you sleep with a restless partner, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid may not be the best pick. Based on our seismometer test, the motion transfer across the bed was quite high. I think you’re very likely to experience sleep disturbance if your partner tosses and turns frequently. This mattress is a hybrid bed containing innerspring coils, so it struggles to absorb and isolate motion at the source.

I found excellent support when testing the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid. The main support layer is made from a zoned coil system, so it feels firmer where you need support and softer where you need more cushion. I found slight bounce from the coils, yet they were resistant enough to keep my body lifted. The mattress kept my hips and shoulders aligned in a straight line, which is key to preventing back pain. I also felt supported by the memory foam and firmer transitional foam beneath. If you choose to get the firm model, that transition layer is replaced with high-density memory foam for even more support. I’ll also note that I think this bed is supportive enough for heavy sleepers weighing over 250 pounds.

If you tend to overheat at night, I would recommend the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid. The layer of coils inside allows for plenty of airflow — I thought the bed felt quite breathable and cool. The bed doesn’t contain any other cooling technology, but you can purchase an optional cooling cover at checkout if you tend to wake up sweaty throughout the night. When I tested this bed with my thermal gun, I found a temperature increase of less than 8 degrees after lying on it for five minutes. These are good cooling results overall.

The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid offers strong edge support that can appeal to sleepers looking to spread out and use the entire surface of the bed. I felt very secure when sitting and lying near the edge of the mattress. I did experience a bit more sinkage when sitting directly on the edge, but I never felt like I was about to slip off the mattress. When I measured the sinkage with a yardstick, I found that the layers had collapsed about three inches. This isn’t a concerning amount of sinkage, so I think the mattress is unlikely to sag prematurely.

When we take a look at the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid’s pressure map, we can see an overwhelming amount of blue when lying in the back sleeping position, which means there is little to no pressure building anywhere on the body. I felt a lot of contouring when lying on my back, and I appreciated how the foam filled the space at my lumbar region. If you sleep on your back, I think this bed is a great choice. However, I wouldn’t recommend this bed to strict side sleepers, especially those with joint pain, due to the yellow forming at the hips and shoulders while in this position.

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Brooklyn Bedding also offers 30 percent off and free shipping on all orders for military members, first responders, medical providers, educators, and students.

The Emma Hybrid Comfort has some of the lowest motion transfer I have ever seen in a mattress, which earns it five out of five stars in this category. The seismograph displays very small lines that are close together and quickly dissipate. This tells me that the Emma absorbs motion quickly and prevents it from traveling to the other side of the bed. Even when dropping the steel ball from the tallest height, which represents someone jumping on the bed, the Emma displayed low motion transfer. If you sleep with a partner, you’re unlikely to feel any of their movement throughout the night.

The Emma Hybrid Comfort contains both foams and coils that make it a sturdy bed. I found some initial support from the transition layer, which is made from dense and durable HRX foam — a foam that’s designed to mold to your body. This layer eased me onto the coils while making sure I didn’t sink in too far. The coil layer features seven ergonomic zones that fluctuate in firmness. I could feel them contouring around my body and holding my spine in a neutral position. The coils provided lift at the hips and softness at the shoulders, and I was overall very comfortable.

I was impressed by the Emma Hybrid Comfort’s cooling construction and materials. The bed has a lightweight, moisture-wicking cover that’s soft and breathable. Beneath that, a gel-infused comfort layer helps draw heat away from the body. At the base of the mattress, a layer of tall coils helps with airflow and prevents heat trapping. Based on materials alone, I’d say this is a good cooling bed. When I performed the thermal gun test, I found a temperature increase of 7.7 degrees after lying on it for five minutes, which indicates good cooling abilities.

I thought the Emma Hybrid Comfort had decent edge support. I felt very supported when I lay directly on the edges of the bed. The bed felt stable, and I didn’t notice a ton of sagging. However, I felt less secure and more prone to sinkage when sitting directly on the edge of the bed. I still didn’t feel at risk of tumbling off, but I think people with mobility issues might want a bed with reinforced edges.

The Emma Hybrid Comfort excels at relieving pressure across the entire body when back sleeping. In this position, the map is entirely blue and green, meaning there’s not a ton of pressure forming. I could feel the top layers of foam contouring my back, hips, and shoulders and providing an overall cozy feel. However, I think this bed is a bit too firm to provide proper pressure relief for side sleepers, as the pressure map shows a large yellow spot at the hips when I slept in this position. Some side sleepers could sleep fine on this bed, but those with preexisting joint pain will likely prefer a softer mattress.

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Based on the seismometer test, the Titan Plus has average motion-isolating abilities. On the graph, I can see some noticeable spiking from even the lowest ball drop, which represents someone tossing and turning. As the height of the ball drop increases, the spiking gets more dramatic. If you sleep with a partner, you’re likely to feel them moving on the other side of the bed.

The best mattress for heavy sleepers offers excellent support that can lift people weighing over 250 pounds. I gave the Titan Plus five stars for support because it can support up to 1,000 pounds, or 500 pounds per side. The bed gets its support from the 6-inch layer of 961 TitanCaliber encased coils. These coils are heavy-duty, and I could feel them easily lifting my body out of the mattress and preventing me from sinking in too far. The mattress also contains a layer of Titanflex foam, which is a latex alternative that offers additional support.

The Titan Plus contains 6-inch coils that provide plenty of room for air to escape without becoming trapped. I tested the mattress with my thermal gun and found a 6-degree temperature increase after laying on it for five minutes. This indicates good cooling, so I think the Titan Plus is one of the best cooling beds for heavy sleepers.

As an ultra-supportive bed, the Titan Plus also has ultra-supportive edges. When I tested this mattress, I could sleep right next to the far edge without feeling like I was sagging or falling off. I also felt lifted and supported when sitting on the edge to tie my shoes. According to my yardstick test, the layers only collapsed by 2 inches when I placed my entire weight in one spot. I think heavy couples could fully spread out of this bed and still feel supported.

Based on my pressure map of the Titan Plus, I’d recommend it to heavy back sleepers. The bed does an awesome job of promoting good spinal alignment, and I think folks with joint pain could find some relief here. I also think the bed is firm and supportive enough to lift stomach sleepers’ hips in line with their shoulders, which can prevent back pain. However, I can see pressure forming through my shoulder after side sleeping on the bed, so side sleepers might want a bed with a bit more cushion and sinkage.

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• Email: support@brooklynbedding.com
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Brooklyn Bedding accepts payments from Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover, Shop Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal. They also offer financing options through the Affirm and Shop Pay financing programs.

Brooklyn Bedding also offers 30 percent off and free shipping on all orders for military members, first responders, medical providers, educators, and students.