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If you weigh more than 250 pounds, you’re going to put more pressure on a mattress and might benefit from a bed that’s extra-durable and supportive. The Titan Plus Mattress (created by Brooklyn Bedding) was created specifically for this purpose.
I wanted to see if the Titan Plus Mattress’s performance matched its hefty look, so I ran specialized tests to get all the details on the materials inside the bed, how it feels to sleep on, how it may perform for couples, how it relieves pain and pressure, and more.
Pro Tip: The Titan Plus is not meant to be a one-size-fits-all solution; it is definitely made with plus-size people in mind (once again, 250 pounds and up). You may have a completely different experience if you’re not this heavy. Please keep this in mind as you comb through the assessments below.
Let’s take a look at the Titan Plus mattress review. Short on time? Skip down to my review summary.
Titan Plus
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Where the Titan Plus is Featured
Here at Sleepopolis, we use a series of hands-on tests to determine which mattress roundups a bed belongs on and who it might be good for. Here are some of our mattress roundups that include the Titan Plus:
- Best Hybrid Mattress
- Best Mattress for Heavy Sleepers
- Best Mattress for the Money
- Best Mattress for Seniors
Titan Plus Mattress Overview
The Titan Plus made by Brooklyn Bedding is a unique mattress in that it’s made specifically for larger bodies, particularly those at and over 250 pounds.
The Titan Plus achieves this impressive level of support by including six inches of 961 heavy-duty coils and a bottom layer of high-density foam. Heavier sleepers can obtain sufficient pressure relief with the two inches of a latex alternative foam that’s still responsive enough to help keep the body lifted and properly aligned.
As with many new mattresses, the Titan Plus will likely emit a smell when it is first unboxed — this is known as off-gassing. If you do detect an odor, I suggest unzipping the mattress cover and leaving it in a well-ventilated room for a few hours to a day while the smell completely dissipates. Read more about off-gassing and other mattress terminology in our mattress glossary.
Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Video Review
Want a different kind of look at the Titan Plus? Check out our full video review to examine its materials up close. You can also see how the Titan Plus performed and scored on each of our tests. Overall, I rated this mattress at a 4.7 out of 5.
Titan Plus Mattress Sleepopolis Score
You’ll notice that motion isolation and mattress warranty are the two areas where the Titan Plus scored a bit lower. If you’re looking for a mattress that better absorbs motion, check out our best mattresses for couples. For online beds that include some of the strongest trial periods and warranties, see our roundup for the best online mattresses.
What is the Titan Plus Mattress Made Of?
The Titan Plus is a hybrid mattress that includes the brand’s proprietary Titanflex comfort foam, pocketed coils, and high-density poly foam. These layers of foam deliver a satisfying balance of soft pressure relief and sturdy support, with a focus on bolstering heavy sleepers who tend to sink through more traditional structures.
Cover – The Titan Plus’ quilted cover is made of polyester, so it’s soft and cozy. And if you’re a hot sleeper, you can add on the brand’s special cooling panel for an extra $100, which is made with a cool-to-the-touch phase change material. I should also mention that the cover’s quilted with an inch of gel memory foam for an immediate touch of comfort up top.
Comfort Layer – The two-inch layer of proprietary Titanflex foam is the centerpiece of the Titan Plus’ construction. This latex alternative has a quick, responsive bounce that provides a natural lift to the structure to help keep heavier folks positioned more “on top” of the mattress than in it. Like latex, Titanflex also works to regulate temperatures by dissipating.
Support Layer – The support center of the mattress consists of a six-inch section of 961 TitanCaliber encased coils. These heavy duty coils give the mattress its firm support. The separation between these coils is essential for both limiting motion transfer and encouraging airflow throughout the mattress. You’ll also note that this section is quite tall, which brings some added oomph to the overall structure, working to bolster those individuals who might normally sink straight through a bed.
Base Layer – Two inches of high-density foam provides the final layer in the Titan Plus’ mix of materials. This layer is there primarily to give support to the coil section above it.
Titan Plus Mattress Firmness
The Titan Plus looks like it’s going to be a supportive, firm mattress, but let’s put it to the test just to make sure.
I evaluated the Titan Plus myself, but I thought it would also be good to put the mattress through its paces with someone from its target audience. We were able to rope in Paulie, a pro powerlifter and coach, to help us.
For me, the Titan Plus lived up to its look, earning a 7.5 out of 10 firmness rating. With 6.5 being the industry standard for medium firm, this is definitely a firm mattress. I was comfortable, and didn’t sink too far into its layers. I also found it quite easy to move between different positions.
Side sleeping was less comfortable for me as my shoulders and hips dug into the structure, but I managed to find some nice comfort on my back and stomach as the bed’s firmness helped to keep my spine in a healthy alignment.
Paulie, on the other hand, sank slightly into the softer foam top layer, but felt enough support at his lower back and shoulders. When sleeping on his side, he felt cozy pressure relief at his shoulders, an experience I didn’t really have, as I wasn’t heavy enough to push through the Titan Plus.
All in all, this is definitely a firm mattress, best suited for heavier sleepers and those who doze primarily on their backs. Side sleepers on the lighter side may want to opt for a softer structure, though they can always add a mattress topper if they otherwise like the product.
Titan Plus
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Sleeping Position and Body Weight
We recognize that people come in all shapes and sizes, and people of every size deserve a mattress that works for their body type. We use the weight categories light, average, and heavy to more easily categorize sleepers based on how mattresses will perform for their body type, as most mattresses are designed for the group we call “average” (130 to 250 pounds).
As a general rule, lighter sleepers don’t require as much support as average weight sleepers, and mattresses will tend to feel firmer to them. On the other hand, heavy sleepers tend to need more support than average weight sleepers and tend to sink into the mattress more.
As far as sleeping positions go, side sleepers tend to need a softer mattress while stomach sleepers usually need a firmer, more supportive one. Back sleepers are usually somewhere in the middle.
Is the Titan Plus a Good Mattress for Light Sleepers (Under 130 pounds)?
- Light Back Sleepers – Light sleepers tend to feel mattresses a bit firmer than advertised, making the Titan Plus overall too firm for their needs. These sleepers should look for mattresses with lower firmness ratings.
- Light Side Sleepers – See above.
- Light Stomach Sleepers – See above.
Is the Titan Plus a Good Mattress for Average Weight Sleepers (130–250 pounds)?
- Average Weight Back Sleepers – I think this mattress is suitable for average weight back sleepers — if they prefer a firmer place to lay at night. These sleepers should benefit from the added back support they’ll get on this firm bed.
- Average Weight Side Sleepers – I would steer these sleepers to a mattress with a bit more give. Side sleepers want a bit of sinkage to have pressure relief at their shoulders and hips, which they won’t get here.
- Average Weight Stomach Sleepers – While the Titan Plus might feel a tad firm to some of these sleepers, they should find plenty to enjoy with this mattress. They’ll likely appreciate how the firm support promotes a healthy alignment of their hips and spine.
Is the Titan Plus a Good Mattress for Heavy Sleepers (over 250 pounds)?
- Heavy Back Sleepers – This mattress was practically made for these heavy sleepers. Its firm build should amply support their backs while its top foam layer provides some nice cushioning.
- Heavy Side Sleepers – Heavy side sleepers might find this mattress to be a bit too firm, but I still think it’s suitable for them. Side sleepers tend to want a bit of sinkage into their mattress, which only heavier weights will experience here.
- Heavy Stomach Sleepers – I would highly recommend this bed for heavy stomach sleepers. On a normal mattress, these sleepers would sink through the bed, but with the Titan Plus’ tough build, its firm support will keep these sleepers on top of the bed with their hips aligned with their shoulders, preventing any lower back pain.
Titan Plus Mattress Performance
A big part of what we do here at Sleepopolis is run a series of tests on each mattress we review. This helps our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches get an objective view of what it would be like to sleep on them. These tests also allow us to make even more specific recommendations in addition to sleeping position and body type. Below, see how the Titan Plus performs in areas such as pain relief, motion transfer, cooling, and more.
Titan Plus Mattress Pain Relief Performance
Pressure relief has a close relationship with pain relief, and is a measure of how much of your weight a mattress will concentrate around sensitive areas like the back, shoulders, and hips. Basically, is sleeping on this mattress going to put an uncomfortable amount of pressure on your joints? Will you wake up with aches and pains, or will the mattress relieve pain in such areas?
To measure the Titan Plus’s pressure relief, I rolled out a pressure map on the bed and tested the mattress in a few different sleeping positions. As I moved around, the map captured my body reacting to the bed in real time, highlighting areas of low pressure in green and blue and high pressure in yellow and red. We cover three different areas: back pain, shoulder pain, and hip pain.
Before looking at the results below, you’ll definitely want to take your sleeping position into account. For example, we don’t recommend firmer mattresses to side sleepers. So if you’re a side sleeper with joint pain, you’ll probably want a softer mattress that shows mostly blue and green around the shoulder and hip. In short, consider your sleeping position first, then look at our pressure map results.
Based on our testing observations as well as the pressure map results, we think back sleepers with back pain and joint pain should fare well on this mattress. The Titan Plus should also accommodate stomach sleepers with back pain and joint pain, as well as combination side sleepers with join pain. Because the Titan Plus is such a firm mattress, strict side sleepers, especially those with body types closer to 250 pounds and under, should consider a more pressure-relieving mattress. We saw more buildup here than we would’ve liked for these folks.
Motion Transfer
Motion transfer is an important attribute to test for in a mattress. If you sleep with a partner or a pet, their motion can disturb your sleep if the mattress doesn’t isolate movement. If you wake up every time your partner goes to the bathroom at night or every time your dog shifts around, then you’re experiencing high motion transfer.
We conduct a few different tests to come up with our motion-transfer score. Learn how these tests work and how the Titan Plus performed on each one below.
Human Test
For the first test, I lie down next to a colleague, and we take turns changing sleep positions and getting in and out of bed, then record how much of each other’s movements we feel. On the Titan Plus, I only felt my coworker Nick getting in and out of bed just a bit.
Wine Test
We also place a full glass of wine (or sometimes water) right on the mattress, then see how much the liquid moves around with us. If there’s little to no movement, it’s a safe bet that the mattress has low motion transfer.
On the Titan Plus, there was a good amount of movement in the glass when I got in and out of bed. There wasn’t as much motion when I just rolled around on the mattress, but it was still noticeable.
Seismometer Test
Finally, there’s our seismometer test. I test for motion transfer by dropping a 10-pound steel ball from three different heights of four inches, eight inches, and 12 inches. This simulates the motion of someone moving around in bed and getting in/out of bed.
A digital monitor on the other side of the mattress shows me how much motion gets transferred through the structure. The bigger the lines on the graph, the bigger the disturbance and the higher the motion transfer.
Even during the lower drop, there was quite a bit of motion transfer, and it got a lot higher with the eight-inch and 12-inch drop. You may be fine if you and your partner are deep sleepers, but if you’re easily woken up, you might feel each other tossing and turning on the Titan Plus.
Responsiveness
To test a mattress’s responsiveness, I see how easy it is to roll around and change positions on it. Memory foam mattresses usually have a low response to pressure, while hybrid mattresses with coils (like the Titan Plus) tend to have a higher response to pressure. Responsive mattresses are usually good for sex, as well as combination sleeping, since they make it easy to change positions and move around.
The Titan Plus is made with pretty tough layers all throughout its build, from Titanflex foam to heavy-duty coils and high-density foam, which all work together to make this mattress very responsive. I found it very easy to move around and change positions, so I think it has enough bounce for both sex and combination sleeping.
Cooling
Several factors contribute to a mattress’s cooling ability. First and foremost, I consider its construction. In the case of the Titan Plus, it has a hybrid construction with innerspring coils that leave plenty of room for air to flow through the mattress and cool it down. Hybrid beds tend to sleep a lot cooler than foam mattresses that don’t have as much breathability.
I also formally measure each mattress’s temperature-regulating abilities with a device called a thermal gun. A thermal gun uses thermal imaging to detect a bed’s temperature after someone’s been lying on it for five minutes.
If it heats up more than 15 degrees Fahrenheit, I consider it to have poor cooling capabilities. 10 to 15 degrees indicates decent cooling, 5 to 10 degrees indicates good cooling, and less than 5 degrees indicates excellent cooling.
As you can see, the Titan Plus didn’t even heat up six degrees, indicating good cooling. When considering this and its hybrid construction, I can confidently say that this is one of the best cooling mattresses, especially for heavy sleepers, who may have a harder time cooling down.
Edge Support
Edge support refers to how well a mattress holds up on the sides. This can be especially important for heavier sleepers, since they’re more likely to take up more space on their mattress. It’s also a boon to couples, who can comfortably spread out more on a bed with sturdier edges.
Overall, I’d say that the Titan Plus has fantastic edge support. I think heavier sleepers and couples worried about their mattress’s durability would be happy with the level of support I experienced.
To more formally test this out, though, I used a tape measure to see exactly how much sinkage there was. When sitting on the edge of the bed, I only sank in about two inches — further proof that the Titan Plus has exceptionally strong edge support.
Titan Plus Mattress For Couples
When sharing the bed with a partner, you’ll want to consider four features in particular: motion transfer, responsiveness, cooling, and edge support. Since the Titan Plus excelled in edge support, slept cool, and had a nice balance of motion isolation and responsiveness, we think it should be a wonderful mattress for couples overall.
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My Final Thoughts About the Titan Plus Mattress
We’ve introduced you to the Titan Plus, gone over its construction, chatted about its feel, and learned all about how it might perform for different sleepers. Now it’s time to wrap up this review so you can decide whether or not this is the mattress for you. I want to recap with some final thoughts about this mattress to help you make a final decision.
Who I Recommend the Titan Plus Mattress For
- I think the Titan Plus lives up to its name as a good mattress for heavier sleepers. It will offer them the deep compression support and durability they need.
- I think couples would do well on the Titan Plus, since it has low motion transfer, which means you’re unlikely to be disturbed by a restless partner.
- I’d recommend the Titan Plus to stomach sleepers. It has enough firm support to keep their hips in line with their shoulders, promoting a straight spinal alignment.
Who I Don’t Recommend the Titan Plus for
- I don’t think this is the best mattress for strict side sleepers, especially light side sleepers. I don’t think they’ll achieve the sinkage they need for pressure relief at the hips and shoulders. However, if you’re a heavier combo sleeper who spends some time on their side, it could work just fine. I’d still recommend checking out one of our best mattresses for side sleepers.
- If you’re looking for a more “in” than “on top” of the bed feel, then this probably isn’t the mattress for you. Though this bed does have foam layers, you won’t feel like you’re sinking into them. If you’re looking for a more enveloping feel, I’d recommend one of our best memory foam mattresses.
Titan Plus Mattress Pricing and Sizing
Price is definitely an important factor when considering purchasing a new mattress. Take a look at our pricing chart for the Titan Plus below, and be sure to visit our Brooklyn Bedding coupon page to save on your purchase.
Prices listed will be before discount or offer for each size.
| Size | Dimensions | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Twin | 39” x 75” x 10” | $699 |
| Twin XL | 38” x 80” x 10” | $799 |
| Full | 54” x 75” x 10” | $999 |
| Queen | 60” x 80” x 10″ | $1,249 |
| King | 76” x 80” x 10” | $1,499 |
| California King | 72” x 84” x 10” | $1,499 |
Titan Plus
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Titan Plus Mattress Policies and FAQs
Does the Brooklyn Titan have a trial period?
Yes, the Brooklyn Titan has a 120-night sleep trial.
How does the Brooklyn Titan ship?
The Brooklyn Titan is a bed-in-a-box mattress, which means it will ship compressed in a box to your door. It ships for free and Brooklyn Bedding offers free returns as well. However, if you live in Alaska or Hawaii, shipping starts at $125.
Does the Brooklyn Titan have a warranty?
Yes, the Brooklyn Titan has a 10-year warranty.
Where was the Brooklyn Titan made?
All Brooklyn Bedding mattresses are made in the USA at their factory in Phoenix, Arizona.
Do I need a box spring with the Brooklyn Titan?
No, any flat, hard, and level surface will do — box springs, foundations, and slatted bed frames all work fine.
Titan Plus Mattress Vs
Let’s put the Titan Plus in the ring against other sturdy mattresses built specifically for heavier sleepers as well. Take a look below to see how the Titan Plus holds up against its competition: Big Fig and WinkBed Plus.
Titan Plus vs Big Fig
The Big Fig has more of an innerspring build, not individually wrapped coils like the hybrid Titan Plus. So, the Big Fig is actually less firm than the Titan Plus, but still provides support. We put the Big Fig at a 6.5 out of 10 firmness (Titan = 7.5), but you may feel the mattress is a bit thicker under your body than the Titan Plus.
- Price: The Titan Plus is the better value buy here, priced around $650 lower than the Big Fig.
- Sleeping position: The Big Fig and Titan Plus are both best suited to back and stomach sleepers. For side sleepers, we’d recommend a softer mattress, or the Big Fig because it provides more pressure relief.
- Cooling: The Titan Plus had poorer cooling results than the Big Fig, which has cooling features in many of its layers.
- Body weight: Both beds should readily accommodate average weight back and stomach sleepers, as well as most heavy sleepers. However, the Big Fig is better for lighter weight sleepers than the Titan Plus because of its lower firmness level.
Our Big Fig review is here so you can compare directly.
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Titan Plus vs WinkBed Plus
The firm support from the innerspring-like build in the WinkBed Plus is comparable to the Titan Plus. Both beds are designed for heavier sleepers, but the WinkBed Plus provides a thicker pillow top layer, giving it a slightly softer feel than either the Titan Plus or the Big Fig.
- Price: The WinkBed Plus is roughly $750 more than the Titan Plus.
- Sleeping position: Both mattresses are very high on the firmness scale and better suit back and stomach sleepers over side sleepers.
- Cooling: The cover employs eco-friendly Tencel, a cotton alternative that helps the mattress sleep cooler than the Titan Plus.
- Body weight: Neither mattress is highly recommended to lightweight sleepers, as it’s designed for larger bodies.
Here’s the full WinkBed Plus mattress review.
WinkBed Plus Mattress
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Other Models from Brooklyn Bedding
Wondering what else Brooklyn Bedding has to offer? Below I’ll compare the Titan Plus to some of Brooklyn Bedding’s other popular models.
Titan Plus vs Titan Plus Luxe
Like the Titan Plus, the Titan Plus Luxe is designed for heavier sleepers. Per its name, the Titan Plus Luxe has a more luxurious feel than the original version. The Titan Plus Luxe is also a hybrid bed, but it’s quite a bit softer than the Titan Plus.
- Price: The Titan Plus Luxe is more expensive than the Titan Plus.
- Sleeping position: Heavy back and side sleepers should best suit the Plus Luxe, while back and stomach sleepers should like the firmer original Titan Plus.
- Cooling: The Plus Luxe has some extra cooling features that should make it a bit cooler than the original.
- Body weight: Both beds work best for heavier sleepers, but the Luxe version might be a bit better for average-weight back and weight sleepers because it’s a bit softer on the firmness scale.
Learn more in our full Titan Plus Luxe review.
Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe
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Titan Plus vs Aurora Luxe
The Aurora Luxe is also a hybrid mattress, but it comes in three firmness levels: soft, medium, and firm. Each of these beds are made by Brooklyn Bedding, a popular manufacturer that makes its mattresses in Arizona.
- Price: The Aurora Luxe is not surprisingly more expensive than the Titan Plus (it’s a luxury bed), but there are deals year-round that bring down the prices of both mattresses.
- Sleeping position: The Aurora Luxe should be better for side sleepers, as it includes a softer model that provides far more pressure relief.
- Cooling: The Aurora Luxe was designed for cooling and should be far better for hot sleepers than the Titan Plus.
- Body weight: Unlike the Titan Plus, the Aurora Luxe was not specifically designed with heavier sleepers in mind. However, it should be better for lightweight sleepers.
Learn more in my full Aurora Luxe mattress review.
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Mattress
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