Casper Hybrid Mattress Review (New)

In this review, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the new Casper Hybrid mattress, including how it scored in our Mattress Advisor testing. We’ll also give you an overview of the benefits Casper provides to its customers – like a 100-night trial period and free returns. Read on to learn more.

Casper Hybrid Mattress Highlights

Additional Highlights

• The Casper Hybrid offers Zoned Support™, meaning a unique foam layer offers varying levels of support across different regions of the body —  using a softer foam to cradle the shoulder and a firmer foam to support the hips.
• The Casper Hybrid earned outstanding scores in responsiveness, motion transfer and spine alignment when in the mattress lab.

Mattress Advisor Score for the Casper Hybrid Mattress

We personally test every mattress we bring into the Mattress Advisor Lab using the same 6-point testing procedure and 8-point evaluation. Here’s a glimpse at how the Casper Hybrid mattress scored on our different tests and evaluations. Each score is a rating out of 10 points. The total score is a weighted average that incorporates all of the functional and performance characteristics of the mattress.

Set-up Test

It took us just under two minutes to unbox the Casper Hybrid mattress. This mattress was on the heavier side but it puffed to life instantly. It had a slight odor when it was first opened but it went away quickly.

So for our setup test, the Casper Hybrid scored a 9 out of 10.

Motion Transfer Test

Motion transfer is just what it sounds like — how much movement you feel if your partner (or pup) is moving around. You probably don’t want to feel this.

Part A – The Humans

The Mattress Advisor motion transfer test is a two-part test. We start by asking both of our mattress testes to lie on the bed, blindfolded, and rate on a scale from one to ten how much movement they felt when their partner was moving around with 10 being no movement at all.

While on the Casper Hybrid, our sleep subjects couldn’t even tell when their partner got out of bed! They felt them slightly as they rolled back and forth, but that was largely due to the pulling of the mattress cover. So for the first part of our motion transfer test, they gave the Casper Hybrid a  9.5.

Part B – The Wine Test

Next, comes our wine test. This is not just an excuse for our team to drink wine at work. In fact, wine is a great visual indicator of how much motion is being transferred from one side of the bed to another.

We had one of our sleep subjects lie down and roll back a forth a few times. We then took a look at how much the wine inside of the glass moved.

That wine definitely held its own while on the Casper Hybrid, so once again, we gave it a 9.5

So for a total motion transfer score, the Casper Hybrid gets a 9.5 out of 10.

Edge Support Test

When choosing a mattress, you may not think to consider how much support the edge provides. But if you find yourself sleeping on the edge of your bed or use the end to get ready in the morning, you should definitely consider the edge support.

The Mattress Advisor edge support test is a two-part test.

Part A – The Shoe Test

We start this test by asking our sleep subjects to sit on the edge of the bed to tie their shoes. They then rate the ease of this task on a scale from one to ten, with 10 being “extremely easy, with exceptional edge support.”

Support on the end of the Casper Hybrid mattress was good in the opinion of our testers They felt the edge of the bed “rose and curled inward” as their weight settled into the bed. So for the edge shoe test, they gave the Casper Hybrid  9.5 out of 10.

Part B – The Side Test

Next, we had our sleep subjects lie on the edge of the bed in each sleeping position, side, stomach and back, to see if they could sleep comfortably in that section of the bed.

They once again found the edge of the Casper Hybrid to be supportive (and comfy). So for the edge support side test, this mattress scored a 9.

That brings the Casper Hybrid’s total edge support score to a 9.25 out of 10.

Pressure Relief Test

When looking for a mattress, you’ll want to find something that puts minimal pressure on your hips, thighs and shoulders. This is especially important for those that suffer from joint pain. Here’s a look at how well the Casper Hybrid mattress did at providing pressure relief.

We measure pressure relief by using a pressure mapping film that shows areas of high pressure. Here’s what you need to know: the cool spots are good and the warms spots are bad. The warmer the color, the more pressure is being placed on that area of the body.

When on the Casper Hybrid, we saw some areas on the body, specifically the hips and shoulders, that indicated areas of high pressure. This is shown by the red and yellow spots on the pressure map results below.

As a result, the Casper Hybrid scored a total of 8 for pressure relief.

Spine Alignment Test

We have been told from childhood to “sit up straight” and “don’t hunch your back.” Not only is a slouched posture considered rude, it can also harm the health of your back, specifically the spine. Turns out the posture of your back matters when you are asleep too. That’s why for every mattress we test, we take a look at how well it keeps your spine in a straight line.

To test spine alignment, we took a close up of both of our sleep subjects backs to see the alignment. You’ll want to see a straight line from the neck all the way to the tailbone.

The Casper Hybrid did a phenomenal job keeping the spines of our tester aligned. There was only a slight upward curve towards the base of the neck.

So for spine alignment, the Casper Hybrid gets a 9.25 out of 10.

Responsiveness Test

When it comes to getting comfortable on your mattress, responsiveness is very important. All responsiveness means is how well the mattress adjusts or responds to your movements while you sleep.

To evaluate the responsiveness of the Casper Hybrid mattress, we had our mattress testers lie in each sleeping position, side, stomach and back for a minute. As they changed positions and got settled in, we asked them to rate on a scale from one to ten how quickly and easily the mattress responded to their movement.

The Casper Hybrid is one responsive bed! Our mattress testers felt it did a great job adapting and conforming to the shape of their body comfortably and instantly.

So the Casper Hybrid scored a 9.5 out of 10 for responsiveness.

Casper mattress reviews from customers with back pain

• “I absolutely did not believe I would be sleeping this great. I’ve had low back pain from my mattress for over 6 years. I’ve tried so many different things and can’t believe how good I am sleeping! Now I understand why people look forward to getting in their beds at night. Finally, a comfortable sleeping experience!” – Tyler
• “We both suffered with back pain and thought we were just getting older. After all our mattress had been a $4000 adjustable mattress. We hurt when sleeping and when getting up. Then I decided we were not THAT OLD, so I did my research of all the mattress sites, Consumer Reports and on and on. I mean who wants to pay thousands only to find it was a waste of money twice? All sources pointed to Casper so I bought the mattress for a Christmas gift for my bride. It is the greatest gift I ever got her – and me. The very first night we slept soundly all night. We awoke refreshed and neither of us has had any backache since.” – Wayne T.

Casper mattress reviews on comfort

• “Best mattress I have ever owned. I recently moved into a NYC loft studio which only had room for a small Twin XL mattress. As I am a larger individual (6 ft, 260 lbs) I was not looking forward to downsizing from a Queen. However, my new Casper is so supportive and comfortable, I don’t need the extra room – I wake up in the exact same position I fall asleep in – no more tossing and turning!” – John S.
• “This is the most comfortable bed I have ever slept on. It firm and soft at the same time. It’s just right, I don’t toss and turn but I sleep all night. I love it.” – Jed
• “I have never been in such a comfortable bed!! My partner and I both love it, and never thought we’d agree on a bed. I enjoy a more firm bed and he enjoys soft, but this we both love!” – Angelica

Casper mattress reviews on firmness

• “My wife and I both love the bed. I usually prefer a much firmer mattress and my wife prefers a soft mattress, yet we’re both satisfied. The bed was easy to unpack and within minutes was ready for sleeping. Definitely the best value in mattresses!” – Sam K.
• “I’ve owned quite a few different mattresses but the Casper has easily become my favorite. It’s a perfect nights sleep, a great balance of firm and soft. And while the mattress is all I could hope for, the customer service team really took it to over the top. Communication throughout the delivery was prompt, thoughtful and helpful. When my mattress was delayed I was overnighted an air mattress to hold me over.” – Nikki G.
• “Casper has been the best thing to ever happen to us! My husband prefers firm, I prefer plush, and this is the best of both worlds. At first, it did seem to firm for me, but by night 3, I don’t even think I moved! My neck problems have solved themselves, I am waking up feeling more refreshed, and I don’t toss and turn like I used to!! My ONLY complaint, is the mattress is skinny – we are used to our pillowtop mattress, so we lost about 5 inches in height of the bed – easily fixed by getting a bigger (deeper) boxsprings, but that is literally my ONLY complaint. Just buy it. You won’t be disappointed!” – Lindsey

What Makes the Casper Hybrid Different From Other Mattresses?

The Casper Hybrid mattress was designed and engineered in-house by the Research and Development team at Casper Labs so all of the layers work together to provide a supportive and comfortable sleeping surface.

5 Years of Thoughtful Design

The team at Casper used data collected over a timespan of five years to inform the design of the Casper Hybrid mattress. From user testing to researching the latest sleep science technology, the Casper Hybrid mattress is one of the best of the best online mattress models we’ve seen.

Grade-A Responsiveness

The Casper Hybrid crushed the Mattress Advisor responsiveness test – it scored a 9.5. When you think about mattress shopping and determining what mattress feels “comfortable” to you, that’s responsiveness. How well a mattress adapts and contours to changes in your body position while you sleep directly impacts how quickly you will become comfortable enough to fall asleep. So responsiveness is pretty darn important. The Casper Hybrid proved in our mattress testing it offers first class comfort when it scored so highly in our responsiveness test.

Zoned Support

All body parts are not created equal. Some areas of the body need more support than others. The Zoned Support™ layer that you’ll find in the Casper Hybrid targeted support to different regions of the body. The Casper Hybrid is built with softer foam under the shoulders to help cradle pressure points and firmer foam under the hips to keep your spine in alignment.

What to watch out for

• Be aware that your Casper mattress may have a mild scent when you unbox it – this is normal and should go away within a few hours.
• If you are used to sleeping on a traditional innerspring mattress, it may take some time to get accustomed to the feel of this buoyant hybrid mattress. In fact, it may take up to 30 days to break in your new mattress.

SIDE SLEEPERS

The Casper Hybrid is a great choice for side sleepers. It’s Zoned Support™ helps cradle the shoulders while keeping the hips supported so they are in alignment with the spine. The medium firmness of the Casper Hybrid is also conducive for side sleepers allowing more give to accommodate for the curvature of the body.

BACK SLEEPERS

This mattress would also accommodate back sleepers as well. Back sleepers need a mattress that offers support and contour in equal measure, to keep your spine in a neutral position. The support is what holds up your spine and neck, while the contour is what allows your bum and other curvy parts to rest peacefully. The Casper Hybrid offers these two qualities in tandem, making it a good choice for those who sleep on their back.

STOMACH SLEEPERS

Stomach sleepers are more difficult to accommodate for, but the Casper Hybrid does. Stomach sleepers need a mattress with a soft, more responsive top to keep pressure off the pelvis, chest, and shoulders. However, the also need a mattress that is firm and supportive enough to keep their spine aligned rather than arched. The Casper Hybrid offers both superior contour and support to take care of stomach sleepers.

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A Look Inside the Casper Hybrid Mattress

The engineers behind the Casper Hybrid mattress explored what would happen if they added a pocket-coil spring system to the original Casper mattress design. Needless to say, they struck gold with this combination. The new Casper Hybrid mattress is made with four premium layers of foam and springs:

Foundations Casper is Compatible With

The Casper Hybrid mattress will work with all standard foundations. As with most mattresses, make sure you have as much direct support under the mattress as possible. A wooden slatted foundation or platform bed tend to offer the most support for the Casper mattresses.

• TIME ‘Invention of the Year’
• Fast Company’s ‘Innovation by Design’ winner
• Men’s Journal Gear of the Year
• Gear Patrol top 100 home category product winner
• Industrial Designers Society of America award winner
• Wired calls the Casper mattress “supremely comfortable”
• Refinery29 dubbed Casper “the internet’s favorite mattress”