Quick Summary: The Leesa Original mattress is one of the best all-around beds that we’ve tested, earning high scores across the board for its spine alignment, medium-firm firmness, and balanced feel. Leesa’s high responsiveness and effective cooling help it stand out among other high-quality, all-foam beds. But the best part is: You get all of this at a budget-friendly price.

Launched in 2014, the Leesa sleep company focuses on providing affordable, high-quality mattresses and bedding accessories for online shoppers. The company aims to keep costs low through an efficient supply chain, and it maintains high product standards with the help of more than 30 years of industry experience.

We put the company’s original mattress to the test in the Mattress Advisor lab to help you decide if it’s the mattress of your dreams. In this review, we’ll share how the Leesa performed, what sleeping positions it’s ideal for, and everything you need to know about buying a Leesa mattress.

Who Is the Leesa Mattress Best for?

Leesa is best for:	Leesa may not be best for:
All sleeping positions Sleepers with back pain Hot sleepers Memory foam lovers Budget shoppers	Plus-size stomach sleepers Those preferring a bouncy innerspring

 Leesa Mattress Review At a Glance

The Leesa Original mattress is the bed that made Leesa a household name. This 3-layer memory foam mattress marries plush, responsive polyfoam with deeply cradling memory foam to create an excellent option for sleepers with aches and pains or side sleepers looking for pressure relief.

What We Love About the Leesa:

• The Leesa Original mattress earned an 8.5/10 or higher in every one of our 14 test categories, making it a high-performing mattress that’s likely to work for many people. In fact, it’s one of the highest-scoring beds that we’ve tested at Mattress Advisor.
• The Leesa is an incredible value. Its high-quality construction and competitive price point make it an excellent mattress for shoppers on a budget.
• With a soft top layer and exceptional pressure relief, the Leesa is one of our favorite mattresses for side sleepers.

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Watch Our Leesa Mattress Review

Take a look at our review of the Leesa Original mattress and see how it performed in our testing to help you determine if this could be the mattress for you.

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How We Scored the Leesa Mattress

Take a look at how the Leesa mattress scored in 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.

Read more about our review process here.

Mattress Advisor Test	Score (Out of 10)
Shipping	10
Trial Period	9
Return Policy	10
Warranty	9
Set-Up	8.5
Motion Transfer	9
Edge Support	8.5
Pressure Relief	8.5
Spine Alignment	9
Responsiveness	9.5
Cooling	8.5
Durability	9
Customer Service	9
Social Impact	10

⭐Total Score for the Leesa Mattress: 9.1/10⭐

Pros and Cons

✅ Pros

• Motion transfer: Leesa’s all-foam construction absorbs motion, so you won’t be awakened when your partner tosses and turns.
• Spine alignment: The Leesa mattress cushions pressure points and evenly supports the body, achieving excellent spine alignment. This is great for sleepers with lower back pain.
• Responsiveness: Even though the Leesa hugs you, you’ll never feel stuck. It’s easy to move around and get comfy in a new sleep position, which makes it ideal for combo sleepers and those who struggle to get in and out of bed.

❌ Cons

• Off-gassing odor: When we unboxed the Leesa mattress, we noticed a slight odor that faded within a few hours. The scent, known as off-gassing, is typical of all-foam beds that have been compressed in shipping. It’s not dangerous and it fades quickly!
• Cooling: While the Leesa is cool for a memory foam mattress, it sleeps slightly warmer than some of the hybrid or innerspring mattresses. If you’re an extra-hot sleeper, consider one of the beds that made our top picks for best mattresses for hot sleepers.
• Edge support: Despite the Leesa’s supportive foam layers, we did not find strong edge support. Sitting near the edge, the mattress sagged beneath our weight. Some all-foam mattresses, like the Casper Original, have strong edge support and won’t compress as easily.

Pressure Relief

We found that the foam layers inside the Leesa cradled the pressure points under our shoulders and hips without making us feel stuck. Two types of memory foam inside the bed contoured to our body while still providing some bounce.

Take a look at our test subject’s pressure mapping results below. Thanks to the foam layers of the Leesa, we experienced very little pressure, particularly around the shoulders.

You may notice a slight high-pressure zone at the hips of our second sleep tester below. We noted that the pressure-relieving properties of the Leesa bed are best for side sleepers who weigh less than 230 lbs. Heavier side sleepers may find that their hips experience some sinkage and pressure.

If you want the feel of the Leesa mattress with superior support and pressure relief for plus-sized sleepers, consider the Leesa Legend or Leesa Hybrid.

Motion Transfer

If you have a sleeping partner, whether that’s a pet or romantic partner, this factor will be important in your mattress-shopping decision. A mattress with great motion isolation is able to minimize the movement you feel when your sleep partner moves.

One of the best ways we’ve found to test how good a mattress really is at isolating motion is through our wine glass test. During testing, when we moved around on the Leesa mattress with a glass of red wine balancing on the other side, the wine barely jiggled. This degree of motion isolation makes the Leesa mattress a great mattress for couples.

Edge Support

Edge support is important for a number of reasons, and it’s one of those qualities in a bed that you don’t think about unless it’s going wrong (and you feel like you might slide right off the side). Couples who sleep near the edges of the bed should consider edge support, as should anyone who sits on the corner of the bed to get ready or requires a strong edge for extra stability getting in and out of bed.

The Leesa mattress offers some edge support, but not as much as we hoped to see. When we laid at the edge of the mattress, the Leesa actually performed very well–we didn’t feel like we might roll off the bed at all. However, when sitting on the edge of the bed, the Leesa’s foam layers buckled a bit under the pressure. So, if edge support is critical to you–for instance, if you have impaired mobility and require substantial support to get in and out of bed safely–it’s worth considering that we found the Leesa to be a bit squishy around the edges.

Spine Alignment

It’s essential to protect your spine whether you’re awake or asleep. We found the Leesa’s foam layers filled in the lower back of back sleepers and provided gentle contouring for side sleepers—creating a straight line from the base of the spine to the top of the neck. This is important for anyone who suffers from back or neck pain, as keeping your spine aligned during those eight hours of nightly sleep can make a huge difference in your pain levels throughout the day.

How Firm is the Leesa Mattress?

The Leesa is a medium-firm mattress, rating at a 6 on the 1-10 firmness scale. This medium-firmness level is the preferred feel for the average sleeper. The top layer is ultra-plush, while the contouring memory foam and support foam layers ensure that the body is properly supported.

Looking for more firm options? Check out our top picks for the best firm mattresses.

What Sleeping Position Does the Leesa Mattress Support?

In our testing, we found that the Leesa Original mattress properly supported every sleeping position. The close body contouring cushions pressure points for side and back sleepers, while the soft top layer and reliable support work well for most stomach sleepers.

Back Sleepers

Back sleepers require a combination of support and contouring, with lumbar support being especially important. We found that the Leesa mattress’s top foam layer gently filled in the space between the bed and our lower backs, while its support layers kept us from sinking too far in. The Leesa is a great mattress for back sleepers of most weights.

Side Sleepers

Pressure relief is the number one consideration for side sleepers. This is because you need a bed with enough body contouring to cradle your joints so you don’t wake up in pain. Fortunately, the Leesa has excellent pressure relief for most people. We do believe, however, that sleepers over 230 lbs might experience some pressure when side sleeping on the Leesa, so we don’t recommend it for heavier side sleepers.

Spine alignment is also key for side sleepers—you not only need your bed to make space for your hips and shoulders but also to maintain a straight line for your spine while in a more complex position. We loved the spine alignment provided by the Leesa mattress; even side sleepers with back pain will likely find that this mattress suits their needs.

Combination Sleepers

The Leesa mattress checks off all of our boxes for combination sleepers, as well. Combination sleepers need good support and pressure relief for back and side sleeping, and they also require a responsive mattress. This helps you get comfy when you move from one position to another.

We felt like the Leesa mattress was one of the most responsive mattresses out there, earning a score of 9.5 out of 10. This is an incredible score for a foam mattress, so combination sleepers who love the feel of memory foam can get the best of both worlds with the Leesa.

Stomach Sleepers

Last but not least, even stomach sleepers will get a comfortable and supported night’s sleep on the Leesa mattress. It’s pretty rare to find a mattress that offers enough pressure relief for side sleepers and sufficient support for stomach sleepers, so this is a big deal.

We found that the Leesa had sufficient support to keep our hips from sinking into the bed. It is worth noting, however, that heavy stomach sleepers may need additional support to keep their hips and back aligned.

Does the Leesa Mattress Sleep Hot?

The Leesa sleeps cool for an all-foam bed, earning an 8.5/10 for its cooling properties. The foam layers inside the Leesa promote airflow so your body heat doesn’t get trapped inside the mattress.

However, if you are looking for the top mattress for hot sleepers, we recommend a hybrid or innerspring mattress like the Brooklyn Bedding Sedona. The coils provide better airflow and breathability than an all-foam model.

How Much Weight Does the Leesa Mattress Support?

The Leesa Original mattress has been tested for its weight capabilities. It’s able to support sleepers who weigh up to 300 lbs. While we love the Leesa for plus-size back sleepers, stomach and side sleepers who weigh more than 230 lbs. may feel more support on a mattress with innerspring coils, like the Saatva Classic. Heavier side sleepers will need additional cushioning that’s balanced by a stronger support base.

What Foundations or Bed Frames Can be Used with Leesa?

The Leesa mattress needs a solid, supportive foundation for optimal comfort and durability. You may use a slatted base with slats no more than 3” apart, a platform bed or adjustable base, a bunkie board, or any other solid surface. Leesa doesn’t recommend using a box spring with the Leesa mattress since it can change how the foam mattress feels.

What is the Leesa Mattress Made of?

The original Leesa is a 3-layer, all-foam mattress that combines pressure relief and support for a balanced feel. Let’s take a look at what’s inside:

Leesa Mattress Pricing and Sizes

Size	Dimensions	Weight	Price*
Twin	39” x 75” x 10”	45 lbs.	$849
Twin XL	39” x 80” x 10”	48 lbs.	$899
Full	53” x 75” x 10”	56 lbs.	$1,099
Queen	60” x 80” x 10”	71 lbs.	$1,299
King	76” x 80” x 10”	90 lbs.	$1,599
Cal King	72” x 84” x 10”	92 lbs.	$1,599

*Prices listed are standard without sales or Mattress Advisor exclusive discounts. Check price using the button below for the best Leesa coupons. 

Unboxing the Leesa Mattress 

The new Leesa mattress arrives compressed in a box. The smaller box makes it easy to carry the mattress to its final destination. To set it up, have your foundation or bed frame ready. Then, place the box on it and pull the Leesa mattress out. You’ll then unpack it and position it on the frame. 

We found the Leesa simple to set up—although the Queen weighs a little over 70 lbs. and you may want to enlist help for lifting larger bed sizes. It takes anywhere from a few hours to a couple of days to lose any residual off-gassing odor and to expand to its full size. We recommend cracking a window and allowing the bed to breathe without any sheets or blankets until it’s ready for you to sleep on it. 

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Shopping with Leesa

Let’s take a look at what it’s like to purchase a Leesa mattress.

Policy	Details
Delivery	Typically within 2 weeks, although delays currently may occur
Trial Period	100 nights
Warranty	10-year warranty
Return Policy	Free returns
Financing	Available through Affirm

Getting Your Mattress Delivered

Leesa crafts every mattress to order, so your new bed won’t be sitting and collecting dust in a warehouse. Because of this, Leesa takes a bit longer to ship their mattresses than some other bed-in-a-box mattress companies. You can expect your new mattress within 2 weeks from the date you place your order.*

Your Leesa mattress will come compressed in a box, which makes it easier to transport it to its final location. If you’d prefer to have someone set the mattress up for you, Leesa offers delivery for an additional $150. This delivery includes set-up of the new mattress and removal of the old one.

Leesa’s Sleep Trial Explained

There are some perks to buying an online mattress. One of the most important benefits is that most bed-in-a-box mattress brands have generous trial periods, and Leesa is no different.

You have 100 days from the day you receive your mattress to give it a test drive. If, after 30 days, you decide that the Leesa mattress isn’t the right fit, you can return the bed for a full refund.

You may be wondering, why do you need to wait 30 days before returning the mattress? It all has to do with the properties of foam and the human body. Polyurethane foam takes time to reach its final feel—your body weight breaks in the foam. Your body also must adjust to a new bed. That’s why you should sleep on any new mattress for 30 days before deciding if you want to keep it or return it.

Leesa Mattress Warranty

The Leesa mattress comes with the industry-standard 10-year warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship that wouldn’t be expected due to normal wear and tear, like deep body impressions and cracks in the foam.

The Leesa mattress warranty does not cover:

• Sagging due to the use of an improper bed frame.
• Normal increases in softness that don’t impact overall pressure relief.
• Off-gassing odors, which typically go away within 48 hours.
• Changes in comfort preferences.
• Damages, including burns, cuts, stains, or spills.
• Mattresses sold secondhand or by an unauthorized retailer.
• Medical costs related to sleeping on your mattress (chiropractic bills due to back pain).

The Leesa full-replacement warranty has no deductible. If you submit a claim and it’s approved, Leesa will repair or replace the bed at no cost to you. To submit a warranty claim, reach out to Leesa’s customer service team for next steps.

Reaching Customer Service

Leesa customer service is available from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. To contact Leesa:

• Call them at 1-844-335-3372
• Live chat at leesa.com
• Email them at support@leesa.com

Leesa is known for its top-notch customer service. We’ve had great experiences when asking them questions, and customer reviews rave about the service received. Here’s what real-life customers have to say about working with Leesa.

• So happy with my bed from Leesa. Great for side and back and yes, when I’m really wild stomach positions. The service was great. The delivery was great. And the set up was easy.” -Anonymous
• “This is my third Leesa in as many years…the customer service has been amazing…they have replaced two defective mattresses.” -Yvonne
• “The customer service is superb. The shipping was very fast (we received the mattress in less than a week) and the return process was really easy; Leesa sets up someone to pick up the mattress and then a few days later you’ll receive a refund.” -Amazon customer

Leesa Mattress Return Policy

You can return your mattress during the 100-night trial period, but only after the initial 30-day adjustment period. During this time, Leesa offers full refunds within the lower 48 states.* Follow these steps to initiate a return:

1. Email support@leesa.com, call 844-335-3372, or speak with a customer representative through the Leesa website. Be sure to have your order number ready.
2. The customer care team will ask you a few questions to see if they can help resolve any issues you’re experiencing.
3. Leesa will ask you to donate the mattress to a local charity or arrange for pickup. It can take a few weeks for Leesa to find an organization that will come pick up the mattress.
4. Once the mattress has either been donated or picked up, submit your donation receipt to Leesa. You should receive a refund within 10 business days.

*If you live in Hawaii or Alaska, Leesa charges a $100 return fee.

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Is the Leesa Mattress a Good Choice?

The Leesa mattress is one of the top scoring beds that we’ve tested at the Mattress Advisor lab. The mattress earned an 8.5/10 or higher in every category—including those that measure performance and customer experience—so you know it’s an all-around excellent one. The Leesa’s wallet-friendly price tag guarantees the mattress is also a great option for many different sleepers and budgets.

The Leesa’s medium-firm feel works well for every sleeping position. And thanks to 4” of comfort foam, it boasts enough cushion for most sleepers. For an all-foam bed, it’s especially responsive and cool, and its combination of pressure relief and spine alignment properties work well for sleepers with aches and pains. 

The only groups we caution against choosing the Leesa are plus-size side and stomach sleepers. A hybrid mattress might be a better option for you, due to the need for greater support and more targeted pressure relief. For more on this mattress type, check out our guide to the best hybrid mattresses.

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See How Leesa Stacks Up

The Leesa Original vs Other Memory Foam Mattresses

The flagship Leesa mattress is more affordable than the average memory foam bed. Thanks to the top layer being made from a soft, responsive polyfoam, you won’t feel stuck like you might when lying on a traditional memory foam mattress. However, thanks to the combination of a soft comfort layer and contouring memory foam transition layer, the Leesa does have the deep cradling feel that you’d expect from a memory foam mattress.   

The Leesa Original bed is one of the highest performing beds that we’ve tested at the Mattress Advisor lab. It scored an 8.5/10 in every testing category, from attributes like pressure relief and spine alignment to their trial period and customer service. As such, the Leesa is one of the best all-around mattresses that you’ll find, memory foam or otherwise. 

The Leesa Original vs Other Leesa Mattresses

• Leesa vs Leesa Sapira Hybrid: The Leesa Sapira Hybrid has similar specs as the Leesa, with a polyfoam comfort layer and memory foam second layer. The main difference is that the hybrid’s support layer is made from bouncy innerspring coils while the Original uses high-density foam. The Hybrid is slightly softer and more supportive, better for bigger bodies. To learn more, check out our Leesa vs Leesa Hybrid mattress comparison article. 
• Leesa vs Leesa Legend: The Leesa Legend is an eco-friendly luxury mattress. It has a similar upper foam construction as the Original, cradling the body and cushioning pressure points. But instead of support foam, the Legend boasts two layers of innerspring coils. The first coil layer offers zoned support, with micro coils at the head and foot of the bed. The bottom coil layer is thick, providing ample support for all body sizes. The zoned support makes the Legend better for stomach sleepers thanks to optimal body alignment.  
• Leesa vs Studio by Leesa: These mattresses share a lot in common. They have the same medium-firm firmness level, are 10” tall, and are made from 3 layers of memory foam and polyfoam. What sets them apart is twofold. First, the upper comfort layers of the Original are thicker, making this mattress better for heavier people. Next, the Original has a soft, responsive polyfoam top layer while the Studio by Leesa has a deeply conforming memory foam. If you move around a lot, opt for the Original. But if you like the slow-response memory foam feel, go with the Studio. The Studio is $200 less for the queen-size mattress.
• Leesa vs Leesa Original Hybrid: The Leesa Original Hybrid and Leesa Original have completely different constructions. The Original Hybrid comes with layers of foam and a coil system while the Original is an all-foam option.

Which Leesa Mattress is Best for You? Compare Our Scores

Each Leesa mattress has a unique set of strengths. Keep reading to learn which Leesa mattress is best suited to you based on your body type, personal preferences, and sleeping style.

Want to compare our testing scores all in one spot to compare the performance of each Leesa mattress? Take a look at our comparison table below.

	Leesa Mattress	Leesa Sapira Hybrid	Leesa Legend	Leesa Studio	Leesa Original Hybrid
Motion Transfer Test	9	9	8	8.25	9.5
Edge Support Test	8.5	8	9	7	10
Pressure Relief Test	8.5	9	8	7.5	9
Spinal Alignment Test	9	10	9	9	8.5
Responsiveness Test	9.5	9	8	8.25	10
Cooling Evaluation	8.5	8	8.5	7	9.5
Durability Evaluation	9	9	8.5	8	9.5
TOTAL SCORE	9.3	9.4	9.0	8.7	9.4

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