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With 50 different firmness settings, the adjustable Saatva Solaire eliminates one of the biggest challenges of mattress shopping: what’s the best firmness for me? It’s a high level of personalization with obvious appeal. But as important as it is, firmness is still just one element of a great mattress. To get a sense of how the Solaire performs overall, the Sleepopolis team of sleep experts ran this luxury mattress through a comprehensive series of tests.
We’ve used the same rigorous testing methodology to assess more than 500 mattresses, and our reviews have helped over 145,000 people find the best mattress for their sleep needs. We also lean on the expertise of our chief medical officer, Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, for helpful insights.
In the interest of a level playing field, we assessed the Solaire largely based on two firmness settings: 1 and 25. The mattress earned its highest score in edge support, but pressure relief wasn’t far behind. Based on our testing, we think the Solaire is a good choice for couples with competing firmness preferences and anyone who struggles with finding an appropriate firmness level. Beyond adjustability, here’s what else to know about the Saatva Solaire.
Our Saatva Solaire Review, Summarized
The Saatva Solaire is a luxury mattress with 50 firmness settings, which means a personalized feel to accommodate different sleep styles and body weights. While the customization is a big bonus, the bed didn’t perform particularly well in our responsiveness and motion isolation tests. Its unique construction means a high price tag, so it’s best suited to shoppers seeking a premium model with versatility.
The Saatva Solaire is a highly customizable luxury bed with 50 firmness settings. During testing, we found that the midway setting (25) had a medium-firm feel. It also had good edge support, making it a good bed for those with mobility issues. Our lightweight tester was also a big fan of the bed when she was on her side and back.
Our Review Process
At Sleepopolis, our team of certified sleep science coaches personally tests each mattress. We start by unboxing the mattress to figure out how difficult (or easy) it is to get the mattress from the box to the bed. Then, we spend time lying on the bed in different positions, taking time to assess it on our backs, stomachs, and sides. Next, we perform our Sleepopolis tests using specialized tools to measure qualities such as motion transfer, bounce, and pressure relief. Our last step is to open up the mattress and take a look at each layer. These steps allow us to give our final verdict on each mattress.
Saatva Solaire Mattress Sleepopolis Scores
Our Scoring System
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. The number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more. Learn more about our methodology.
Saatva Solaire Mattress Overview
The Saatva Solaire is a customizable mattress with 50 different firmness settings. The wired remote (please note: we tested an older Solaire model that still had a wired remote; the model now available has a wireless remote) lets you choose firm, medium, or soft settings to suit your comfort preferences. In queen size and larger, both sides of the bed are adjustable, so you don’t have to compromise with a partner who prefers a firmer or softer feel than you.
We performed most of our tests with the settings on 1 and 25. According to Saatva, settings between 1 and 29 have a soft-to-medium feel. In that range, the bed offers a more contouring sensation that accommodates side sleepers in particular, along with lighter sleepers who don’t have the weight to sink into firmer surfaces. But because it can be adjusted to medium and firm feels, it should also accommodate back and stomach sleepers in different weight ranges.
While the Solaire earned only a so-so overall score of 3.7 out of 5, it’s fair to expect some fluctuations in individual performance categories depending on the firmness setting. For example, responsiveness and edge support (which actually earned the highest score of 4 out of 5) are likely to improve when the firmness rating is higher.
Who I Recommend the Saatva Solaire For
- Couples who can’t agree on firmness don’t have to compromise here. In queen sizes and larger, both sides can be personalized to one of 50 different firmness settings.
- Because it’s adjustable, the Solaire works well for people with changing health conditions. The ability to personalize the bed’s feel is a great feature if you’re navigating pregnancy or chronic joint conditions.
- Luxury seekers are likely to find the remote, adjustability options, and non-standard sizes (like upper-flex king and queen) appealing, especially if they’re interested in a high-end mattress with premium upgrades.
Who I Don’t Recommend the Saatva Solaire For
- Budget shoppers won’t appreciate the Solaire’s sky-high price tag. A queen-size costs $4,599 before discounts.
- Hot sleepers may find that the Euro top holds on to heat, which could be a recipe for nighttime disruptions. Plus, while the bed includes gel-infused memory foam and a latex layer, it lacks a coil layer to promote air circulation.
- Mattress minimalists may find there’s just too much going on with the Solaire. If you aren’t interested in controlling your mattress with a wireless remote, there are plenty of low-tech options to consider instead.
Saatva Solaire Mattress Review Video
Saatva Solaire Comparison
- WinkBeds EcoCloud Mattress – More environmentally conscious
- Nolah Natural Mattress – Better for combination sleepers
- Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress – Better for pressure relief
- Saatva Classic – Classic innerspring feel
- Saatva Rx Mattress – Better for back and joint pain
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| Rating | ||||||
| Firmness | Multiple Firmness Options | Medium-Firm: 6.5/10 | Medium-Soft: 6/10 | Medium-Soft: 6/10 | Multiple Firmness Options | Medium-Firm: 6.5/10 |
| Material | Other | Latex | Latex | Hybrid | Innerspring | Hybrid |
| Cooling | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Best For | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hot Sleepers, Hip Pain | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hot Sleepers, Back Pain | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hip Pain, Seniors | Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hot Sleepers, Back Pain, Seniors | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Back Pain, Hip Pain |
Saatva Solaire Value
With a queen-size priced at $4,599 — and a sales price at time of writing of $4,074 — the Solaire is clearly a luxury mattress. In fact, it’s the most expensive model in Saatva’s collection. But value isn’t dictated by the price tag alone — it’s the price in relation to details like material quality, overall performance, expected lifespan, and even policies like the warranty and trial period.
The construction of the Solaire is unique, thanks to the vulcanized air chambers that make the bed adjustable. Those are paired with high-quality materials, including natural latex and gel-infused memory. And with Saatva’s generous lifetime warranty, 365-night sleep trial, and complimentary in-room delivery and setup (with free removal of your old mattress included), you get a lot for the money.
For shoppers who aren’t interested in adjustable firmness, the Solaire probably isn’t worth the splurge. But for those who are comparing premium mattresses, Saatva’s most luxurious model has a lot to offer.
What Is the Saatva Solaire Made Of?
The current model of the Solaire is a 13” mattress composed of comfort layers and air chambers in lieu of a coil system.
Cover – The soft, breathable cover is an organic cotton blend. It encases a three-inch Euro pillow top with upgraded support in the center third of the mattress. The cover also has an antimicrobial treatment to combat the growth of bacteria, mildew, and mold.
Comfort Layers – The top layer is 1 inch of zoned latex for lumbar support and pressure point relief. It’s situated above a 2-inch gel-infused memory foam layer certified by CertiPUR-US, adding to the bed’s pressure relief.
Transition Layer – Dual moisture-barrier layers protect the air-chamber components below and combat bacterial growth.
Support Layer – No-sink, adjustable air chambers make up the support system. They’re designed to maintain an even firmness across each chamber thanks to a multi-directional baffle design.
Base Layer – The bed’s inflator and hoses are housed in the base, along with a reinforced power edge closure.
Saatva Solaire Mattress Firmness
Almost all of the beds we test have a single firmness. The Solaire has 50. Given the time constraints of working through 50 settings, we based our firmness-rating feedback on setting 25. Although Saatva states that settings between 1 and 29 fall into the soft-to-medium-soft range, 30 to 39 are medium-soft to medium, and settings from 40 to 50 fall into medium-firm to firm territory, our tester Kenny Timper found that on 25, the Solaire was a 6.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale – a medium-firm bullseye.
Our team also found that there really wasn’t much noticeable difference across many of these settings. Settings between 1 and 25 felt quite soft, 25 to 35 had a medium feel, and settings 35 to 50 were firmer. Of course, firmness is subjective, so those ranges are more of a guideline than anything else. Individual body weight and sleep style heavily influence how soft or firm a mattress feels, regardless of adjustability.
When Kenny tested the Solaire on his back, he found that it wasn’t a great fit. Kenny noticed a strange slope that made him feel lopsided in this position. Worse, he felt like his neck and head were sinking farther than the rest of my body. “I don’t think this bed is good at keeping your body even at all, especially if you sleep on your back,” he said.
Things took a turn for the better when he moved to his side. He felt supported and cushioned around his hips and shoulder, which is key for side sleepers. “I wouldn’t say it conforms to the shape of my body, but the cushioning from the pillow top feels nice on my hips,” he said.
Kenny was pleasantly surprised when he rolled onto his stomach. “I don’t feel like I’m constricted and I can breathe well,” he noted. “My hips felt elevated enough to stay aligned with the rest of my body.”
Saatva Solaire Mattress Performance
We assessed the Saatva Solaire across multiple performance categories to zero in on the kinds of sleepers who may find it dreamy — and those who might find it falls a little short.
Saatva Solaire Pressure Relief Performance
Depending on how you lie down, certain parts of the body are under more pressure than others. Body weight plays a role here, too. Along with firmness, mattress materials can make things better or worse. To assess Solaire’s pressure relief, we used a specialized mat that highlights low- and high-pressure areas. Low areas are shown in blue and green. Areas of high pressure are indicated in yellow and red.
Dr. Dasgupta notes that memory foam and latex are good materials for pressure relief. The Solaire combines layers of both materials, so we were optimistic about how it might perform here — especially on a lower setting for more contouring.
We had testers across different weight classes assess the Solaire on their backs and sides at two different firmness settings: 1 and 25. Overall, the mattress earned a 3.7 based on its pressure relief in the side and back positions. It’s not bad, but it’s not particularly great either.
Lightweight Tester: Back
With a firmness setting of 25, our lightweight in-house tester picked up on the same lopsided sensation as Kenny when she lay on her back. On the plus side, her hips felt mostly aligned with her spine, as long as she stayed toward the center of the bed. Her PSI in this position was 10.16, lower than the average of 12.43, which earned a score of 4 out of 5 for this setting.
Next, our lightweight tester adjusted the Solaire’s firmness setting to 1 to test it on her back. In this position, the lopsided tilt wasn’t as apparent. “I feel pressure relief around my neck,” she noted. “The 1 setting has decent lumbar support, despite it not contouring.” Her PSI increased slightly to 10.23, and she gave the bed a score of 4 out of 5 for this setting as well.
Lightweight Tester: Side
On her side, with the firmness setting at 25, she felt perfectly aligned. “The bed feels plush and comfortable,” she raved. “I don’t feel any specific pressure in any area. The pressure map is looking all blue. I could fall asleep on this very easily.” Her PSI was 12.61, lower than the average of 14.58. That was worth full marks – 5 out of 5.
The Solaire wasn’t as comfortable on her side when she dialed the firmness back to 1. “I feel more pressure in my side torso,” she explained. “I feel like my hips are sinking more on my side. Most of the discomfort is in my shoulders and my side.” Although her 13.61 PSI is lower than average, it wasn’t enough to overcome how the bed made her feel on her side, so she deducted two points, giving the bed 3 out of 5.
Average-weight Tester: Back
Sleepopolis mattress tester Livvi DiCicco tested the bed on the 1 setting and reported very even support, with very little sinkage noticeable in her lower half. Her PSI was 11.91, lower than average. “I can feel it filling in my lower lumbar area — not as much as I’d like it to, but I could sleep on this if I had to,” she said. She gave the Solaire 4 out of 5 in this position.
Kenny checked the bed’s pressure relief on the higher setting of 25. His PSI was 11.2, also lower than average, but he wasn’t as impressed. “I feel more sinking around my lower half; meanwhile, my shoulders aren’t sinking as much,” he said. “I definitely feel more pressure building up around my shoulders and my neck.”
Average-weight Tester: Side
On her side with the Solaire at a 1, Livvi noticed sinkage in her hips that created noticeable pressure. “It feels like my shoulders are a bit higher than my lower half,” she said. Her PSI was 12.54, a little lower than average, but she gave the bed 3 out of 5.
When Kenny tested the bed on his side at a firmness setting of 25, his hips didn’t sink too deeply, so he felt nicely aligned. His PSI was slightly higher at 14.8, and he noted a little pressure around his shoulder and neck, “but not enough to make me not sleep on my side,” he said.
Heavyweight Tester: Back
On his back, our in-house tester in the heavyweight category found that the lowest setting wasn’t ideal. “I feel strain on my lumbar area. I don’t feel any lumbar support or support around my hips on this setting,” he said. That was evident in his pressure map graphic, which showed yellow spots along his lower back. His PSI was 14.93, and he gave the bed 3 out of 5.
With the higher setting, our tester also noticed the sloped sensation as other testers did. “I definitely feel like I’m rolling off now,” he said. But toward the center of the bed, he felt more support for his lower lumbar and hips. “It still might be a little too soft for heavy sleepers, but overall this is much better,” he said. His PSI at this setting was 12.82, earning a score of 4 out of 5.
Heavyweight Tester: Side
On his side at the lowest setting, our heavyweight tester experienced good pressure relief on his hips. But he thought it was too soft for someone his size. “I feel like it is a little out of alignment for me,” he said. His PSI was high at 18.42, and his pressure map graphic showed a lot of yellow. He gave the bed a 3 out of 5 in this position at this setting.
The higher firmness setting of 25 was even worse. “I feel more pressure around my hips, despite my body being more aligned,” he said. “I feel a lot of pressure on my shoulders.” His PSI was higher at 19.52 and his pressure map graphic showed spots of red in addition to yellow.
Saatva Solaire Motion Isolation
Motion isolation is an important feature if you share the bed with any kind of partner. A bed with good motion isolation keeps movements on one side from rippling to the other — that’s what helps one partner sleep undisturbed when the other rolls over. Beyond that, Dr. Dasgupta says that mattress quality is tied to its ability to minimize motion transfer. We performed two tests to assess the Saatva Solaire in this category. It earned an average score of 3 out of 5.
Ripple test: Kenny performed this test by placing a basin of water on one side of the mattress. On the other side, he got in and out of bed and rolled around, observing how his activity affected the water. “The water sloshed around violently while getting in and out of bed,” he noted. While it wasn’t enough to leak or tip the container over, he said it was anything but gentle. Again, he noted that the edges of the bed slope, which didn’t help. “The results were pretty much the same across the board from 1 to 25 to 50 on the firmness settings,” he added.
It was a similar situation when he switched positions. In fact, he said it was the most motion he’s seen in the basin to date.
Motion transfer test: In this test, Kenny lay on the bed while Livvi moved around on the opposite side. “While her getting in and out of bed was the worst, I could feel her toss and turn next to me to switch between different positions,” he said. As with the ripple test, the movement felt the same across different firmness settings.
However, a colleague has owned this bed for more than three years, and he said that neither he nor his spouse has any complaints about feeling each other’s movements. Therefore, although our testers weren’t impressed with its motion isolation capabilities, it may perform better in the real world.
Saatva Solaire Responsiveness
A bed with a quick response time bounces back to its original shape quickly when pressure is released. Memory foam is known for its slow response time, while latex rebounds fast — and the Solaire includes layers made with both materials. For combination sleepers, responsiveness is pretty important. Unfortunately, the Solaire didn’t do well here, earning a low 2 out of 5. Some of that has to do with the firmness setting, but it’s also related to the thick Euro pillow top.
Kenny tested the Solaire’s responsiveness at a setting of 25 and found it wasn’t easy to move around. “It feels like you’re trapped in the mattress,” he said. “It feels medium-firm, but it’s not as responsive as you would expect a medium-firm mattress to be.”
At the lowest setting, he noticed more contouring, but not by much. Kenny also assessed responsiveness at the highest setting, 50. “It makes you feel more on top of the mattress, but it’s still difficult to move,” he said. He also found the inflatable material in the mattress more noticeable, which could be distracting to some sleepers.
Saatva Solaire Cooling
Sleeping hot is a common sleep concern, so modern mattresses are often designed with cooling in mind. The Solaire doesn’t have a coil layer, which can limit airflow, but it does have gel-infused memory foam and latex. Still, it only earned 3.5 out of 5 for its cooling ability.
Kenny used a thermal gun to test the mattress temperature before and after he lay on it for five minutes. The surface of the Solaire increased from 64.4 to 73.3 degrees, an increase of 8.9 degrees. That falls into the moderate category. Kenny also assessed the mattress by hand. “I did notice that it felt warmer to the touch after lying on it for five minutes,” he noted. “The material on the bed feels very cozy and based on the increase, I could see it trapping body heat, which is obviously a negative if you get toasty at night.”
If overheating is a concern, check out our recommendations for the best cooling mattresses for hot sleepers.
Saatva Solaire Edge Support
Edge support refers to the stability along the sides of the bed and, occasionally, the entire perimeter. Strong edges are a plus for adults with mobility issues who need support to get in and out of bed. Couples benefit as well — more stable edges mean more room to spread out. According to Dr. Dasgupta, edge support is another indication of mattress durability. The Solaire earned its highest score in this category at 4 out of 5. But the feedback was interesting — Kenny described it as “weird.”
Seated test: Kenny started these tests by sitting on the side of the bed and assessing the support. “I don’t feel like I’m going to fall off, and on the higher firmness settings, I definitely feel more supported,” he said. But he added that the bed’s edges have a natural slope that didn’t make him feel completely comfortable. That was something our testers noticed repeatedly during our testing process.
Full body test: The Solaire felt more secure when Kenny lay down near the edge, especially at higher settings. “I think the edge support lying down is strong at the 50 setting,” he said. “On the lower settings, I notice it sloping downward more.” While that didn’t make him feel especially secure, he didn’t think it would lead to falling off either. One note for couples: “If they tend to gravitate toward the edge of the bed, they are kind of stuck using a high firmness setting,” he said.
Weighted edge support: In this objective test, Kenny used three weighted stacks to represent sleepers from different weight classes. He placed them on the edge of the mattress and measured how far the layers sank. From lightest to heaviest, the plates sank 2.5, 4, and 4.5 inches. That’s a decent representation of Kenny’s experience and indicates decent edge support.
Saatva Solaire Mattress Performance for Couples
Couples benefit from mattress features that make sharing the bed more comfortable. The best mattresses for couples tend to excel in motion isolation, response time, and cooling ability. The Saatva Solaire earned an average of 2.8 out of 5 in those categories. On the surface, that’s not a great score. But the adjustability factor is hard to overlook.
For couples like my co-worker, who owns the Solaire, the ability for him and his wife to have two different firmness settings was the most appealing aspect of this bed. He told us that, because it’s adjustable, it’s the first time he and his spouse have both been happy with the firmness levels. He said, “My wife isn’t a big fan of soft beds, but I need one for some back pain. The Solaire has been a great fit for us because we can both have the firmness that we like.”
Other Performance Factors to Consider
There are other features that might be important for mattress shoppers. Here’s how the Saatva Solaire performed in our additional testing.
Sex
We calculate a sex score by averaging scores from our responsiveness, edge support, and cooling tests. The Solaire earned a 3.2 out of 5, which is decent, if not great. The edge support is strong, and the mattress stays relatively cool. But the best mattresses for sex have a quick response time, which makes it easier for sexual partners to move around. The Euro top on the Solaire is three inches deep, which could be an impediment — especially with a lower firmness setting.
Noise
You’d think that an adjustable mattress with air chambers would make some noise. But our tester detected no sounds at all, earning the Solaire a perfect 5 out of 5.
Base Compatibility
The Saatva Solaire can be paired with the brand’s adjustable base when you check out, but our testing experience wasn’t great. The bed earned its lowest score — 1 out of 5 — when we tested it on the adjustable base in our studio. “I tried this in the TV position and almost flew off the bed,” Kenny said. “The entire mattress slid down and did not bend at all.”
However, the real-world application once again refuted our testing results. Our colleague said that he uses his mattress on an adjustable base and is a big fan of how they work together.
Durability
When we consider durability, it’s based on a mattress’s materials, edge support performance, tester feedback, and the warranty. That gives us helpful clues about quality and the brand’s expectations.
The Solaire’s highest score was in the edge support category. It’s made with high-quality, certified materials, and the brand’s lifetime warranty is a positive sign. While no mattress lasts forever, the Solaire can reasonably be expected to perform well for 8 to 10 years.
Saatva Solaire Performance Scores
Here’s how the Solaire performed compared to the average mattress we test.
| Test | Product Score | Average Score |
| Firmness | 6.5 (multiple firmnesses available) | 6.7 |
| Pressure Relief Side | 3.4 | 3.5 |
| Back Pressure Relief | 3.9 | 4 |
| Motion Isolation | 3 | 4 |
| Responsiveness | 2 | 4.1 |
| Cooling | 3.5 | 3.9 |
| Edge Support | 4 | 4 |
| Bounce Height | 16.5” | 16.3” |
| Sinkage | 4” | 3.7” |
| Sex Score | 3.2 | 4 |
| Noise | 5 | 4.5 |
| Trial Period | 5 | 4.2 |
| Warranty | 5 | 4.6 |
Saatva Solaire Sleeping Position and Body Weight
Personalized firmness options are appealing because mattress comfort is highly subjective. Individual body weight and sleep style impact how soft or firm a mattress feels. That’s why the same mattress might feel too firm for a lightweight side sleeper but just right for an average-weight stomach sleeper.
Before we dive into our recommendations, though, we want to 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 230 pounds).
As a general takeaway, 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 sink into the mattress more. As far as sleeping positions go, side sleepers likely need a softer mattress while stomach sleepers usually need a firmer, more supportive one. Back sleepers are usually somewhere in the middle.
Is the Saatva Solaire a Good Mattress for Light Sleepers (Under 130 pounds)?
- Light Back Sleepers – These sleepers should be able to find a comfortable level between 1 and 39, which Saatva defines as its soft-to-medium range.
- Light Side Sleepers – These sleepers should also be comfortable in the soft-to-medium range to cushion their hips and shoulders.
- Light Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers may do best with firmness in the 30-39 range to ensure proper hip elevation.
Is the Saatva Solaire a Good Mattress for Average-Weight Sleepers (130–230 pounds)?
- Average-Weight Back Sleepers – Settings 30 to 39 are soft-medium to medium, while settings 40 to 50 are medium-firm to firm. Depending on their preference, these sleepers should be comfortable in this range.
- Average-Weight Side Sleepers – These sleepers will likely find the 30 to 39 range most comfortable, with enough contouring to cradle the hips and shoulders.
- Average-Weight Stomach Sleepers – The firmer range, 40 to 50, should be enough to keep the hips aligned with the spine.
Is the Saatva Solaire a Good Mattress for Heavy Sleepers (over 230 pounds)?
- Heavy Back Sleepers – The firmer settings, 40 to 50, are likely to accommodate sleepers in this weight range.
- Heavy Side Sleepers – Even in the higher settings, this group may not get the pressure relief they need. We would recommend one of the best mattresses for heavyweight sleepers to ensure spinal alignment and pressure relief.
- Heavy Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers may find the firmer settings are sufficient to keep hips from dropping, which can pull the spine out of alignment.
Saatva Solaire Pricing and Sizing
The table below outlines non-sales prices for the Saatva Solaire in all available sizes. Note that the Solaire isn’t available in a twin, but it does come in several non-standard mattress sizes. The brand offers evergreen sales for significant savings over retail pricing.
| Size | Price |
| Twin XL | $3499.00 |
| Full | $3774.00 |
| Queen | $4598.99 |
| King | $5399.00 |
| Split King | $6998.00 |
| California King | $5399.00 |
| Split California King | $6998.00 |
| Upper-Flex Queen | $5299.00 |
| Upper-Flex King | $6499.00 |
Saatva Solaire Policies
Warranty: Lifetime
Sleep Trial Period: 365 nights
Shipping/Returns: White-glove delivery and setup; $99 return fee
Customer Feedback: The Solaire has a 4.7 rating out of 5 stars based on 165 customer reviews on the Saatva website.
Saatva Solaire Customer Reviews
Jackie G.
“We bought a Split-King adjustable Solaire a little more than 3 yrs ago. Not only is it still the best bed we’ve ever had, the Saatva customer service is Gold Star. They are extremely helpful and friendly. I rarely recommend products, but I highly recommend buying your next bed from Saatva.”
L.W.
“We have had these mattresses for 11 months and they remain as comfortable as they did since the first night. We sleep better and we do not feel each other shifting or getting up during the night. The ability to adjust firmness is a bonus!”
Ron S.
“The Saatva Solaire Adjustable Firmness Mattress has been an outstanding upgrade. I love this mattress. The adjustable firmness feature makes it incredibly easy to find the exact level of support I want, and the difference in comfort is noticeable every night. What stands out most is how well I’m sleeping. I’m getting a more restful, uninterrupted night’s sleep, and I wake up feeling better and more refreshed. The mattress feels supportive without being too firm, and plush without losing structure — a balance that’s hard to find. For anyone looking for a mattress that adapts to their body and sleep preferences, the Solaire delivers exactly what it promises. It’s comfortable, customizable, and genuinely enhances sleep quality.”
Saatva Solaire vs. Similar Beds
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| Rating | ||||||
| Firmness | Multiple Firmness Options | Medium-Firm: 6.5/10 | Medium-Soft: 6/10 | Medium-Soft: 6/10 | Multiple Firmness Options | Medium-Firm: 6.5/10 |
| Material | Other | Latex | Latex | Hybrid | Innerspring | Hybrid |
| Cooling | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Best For | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hot Sleepers, Hip Pain | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hot Sleepers, Back Pain | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hip Pain, Seniors | Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hot Sleepers, Back Pain, Seniors | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Back Pain, Hip Pain |
Side-by-side comparisons can offer a helpful perspective. Here’s how the Saatva Solaire compares to other popular models.
Saatva Solaire vs Helix Midnight Luxe
The Helix Midnight Luxe doesn’t have the adjustability of the Solaire, but the plush yet supportive hybrid has a lot going for it.
- Price: There’s no contest here. Even with all the optional upgrades, a queen-size Midnight Luxe is still priced well under $3,000 before discounts. It’s the more economical purchase by far.
- Sleeping position: During testing, we found the springy yet contouring Midnight Luxe a comfortable fit for back and side sleepers.
- Cooling: The Midnight Luxe earned 4 out of 5 in our cooling tests, outperforming the Solaire and making it the better choice for hot sleepers.
- Body weight: The Midnight Luxe isn’t engineered for heavyweight sleepers. That’s true of the Solaire as well, though it could work for dedicated back and stomach sleepers in this weight range.
Read more in our full Helix Midnight Luxe mattress review.
Saatva Solaire vs DreamCloud Premier Mattress
The DreamCloud Premier is a hybrid with a Euro top like the Solaire. It’s billed as a luxury mattress, and we think it lived up to the claim.
- Price: Despite the luxury details, the Premier has a wallet-friendly price tag. The 13-inch mattress retails for $1,099 in a queen size.
- Sleeping position: With soft contouring and a quick response time, we found the Premier a great fit for side and combination sleepers. The Solaire is a better choice for people with changing firmness needs.
- Cooling: The DreamCloud Premier outperformed the Solaire in our cooling tests, though we wouldn’t recommend either for extremely hot sleepers. If overheating at night is an ongoing issue, a mattress with active cooling features is probably the better choice.
- Body weight: We wouldn’t recommend the DreamCloud for heavyweight sleepers in any position. It doesn’t have the support to ensure proper alignment.
Read more in our full DreamCloud Premier Hybrid mattress review.
Saatva Solaire vs Bear Elite Hybrid
The Bear Elite Hybrid is another “ultra luxurious” model and the brand’s most popular mattress. While it doesn’t offer adjustable firmness like the Solaire, it comes with a choice of firmness and it’s designed with advanced cooling and support technology.
- Price: The 14-inch Bear Elite Hybrid is reasonably priced at $2,284 for a queen before the brand’s evergreen discounts, making it a much more economical option than the Solaire.
- Sleeping position: The contouring foams and supportive coil system make the Bear a great fit for back, stomach, and combination sleepers.
- Cooling: With its cooling upgrades, which include copper-infused memory foam and cooling fibers woven into the cover, it’s no surprise that the Elite Hybrid earned 4.5 out of 5 in our cooling tests. It’s the better option for people who get hot while they sleep.
- Body weight: The Elite hybrid actually performed well in our tests for heavyweight sleepers, but we think it works best for dedicated back sleepers in this weight class. Side and stomach sleepers may not get the cushioning and support they need.
Read more in our full Bear Elite Hybrid mattress review.
Saatva Solaire vs. Other Saatva Models
If Saatva appeals to you as a brand, there are other models in the collection worth checking out.
Saatva Solaire vs Saatva Classic
The Saatva Classic is regularly praised by the Sleepopolis team for its stellar edge support and springy feel. The luxury innerspring comes with a choice of firmness and height that makes it suitable for a wide range of sleepers.
- Price: The Solaire is Saatva’s priciest model by far, so the Classic will save you quite a bit. A queen is $2,179 before discounts.
- Sleeping position: With three firmness options, the Classic works well for different sleep styles. We found the Luxury Firm model ideal for back and combination sleepers.
- Cooling: The Classic edged out the Solaire in our cooling tests, likely due to the airflow supported by the coils. We think hot sleepers will fare better on the Classic, but again, those with chronic nighttime overheating issues should probably consider a mattress with active cooling technology.
- Body weight: We would steer heavy back and stomach sleepers toward the Firm version of the Classic, but side sleepers will probably be comfortable on the Luxury Firm. The Solaire could work for some heavy sleepers, but pressure relief is likely to be an issue for dedicated side sleepers in this weight class.
Read more in our full Saatva Classic mattress review.
Saatva Solaire vs Saatva Rx
If the Solaire is all about adjustability, the Rx is all about pain relief. It’s specifically engineered to relieve back and joint pain, and our tests showed this model delivers in spades, particularly when it comes to pressure relief.
- Price: The Rx is expensive, with a queen retailing for $3,449 before discounts. Still, it’s not as pricey as the Solaire.
- Sleeping position: The Rx has a single firmness level — supportive plush — that our team found pretty true to a medium firm, or 6.5/10. We think that works well for back and stomach sleepers.
- Cooling: The Solaire and the Rx earned the same score in our cooling tests. But our tester found the Rx breathable and comfortable, while the tester for the Solaire did notice it felt cozier as he laid there. Neither option is ideal for very hot sleepers, but those who don’t struggle with overheating at night should fare well on either model.
- Body weight: Back and side sleepers should be very comfortable on the Rx, but we wouldn’t recommend it to stomach sleepers. The Solaire set on a higher firmness setting is probably the better option for that group.
Read more in our full Saatva Rx mattress review.
FAQs
What makes the Saatva Solaire different from a regular mattress?
The Saatva Solaire is an adjustable mattress with air chambers controlled by a wireless remote. Adjusting the chambers lets you personalize the bed’s firmness to one of 50 settings. In queen sizes or larger, both sides of the bed are adjustable — a great option for couples with different preferences.
What materials are used in the Saatva Solaire?
The Saatva Solaire combines a Euro pillow top with layers of natural latex and gel-infused memory foam. The support and adjustability come from vulcanized air chambers situated beneath the comfort layers. The cover is an organic cotton blend.
Can each side of the bed have a different firmness?
In queen sizes and larger, the Saatva Solaire is adjustable on both sides of the bed. That allows couples to choose their own firmness setting for personalized comfort and no compromises.
Is the Saatva Solaire good for back pain?
The Saatva Solaire is an adjustable mattress with 50 precise firmness settings. Choosing an appropriate firmness for your body size and sleep style may help reduce back pain.