Saatva vs Tempur-Pedic Mattress Comparison

Saatva and Tempur-Pedic are both well-known brands recognized for their high-quality mattresses. Since these companies often have higher prices than typical mattresses on the market, it’s important to make sure they’re the right beds for you before making a full commitment.

In this comparison, we’ll walk you through how each mattress scored during our Mattress Advisor evaluations and take a deeper look at the Saatva Classic vs the Tempur-Cloud.

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At a Glance

Key Similarities

• Luxury Brands: Saatva and Tempur-Pedic are both luxury mattress brands, specializing in creating high-quality beds.
• Sleeping Positions: Both mattresses offer a firmness option that appeals to all sleeping positions.
• Exclusive Materials: Saatva and Tempur-Pedic provide unique sleep experiences by implementing exclusive materials in their mattresses. The Saatva Classic includes a specialty Lumbar Zone® Quilting and the Tempur-Cloud includes a new formulation of Tempur® material.
• American Made: Both mattresses are made in the U.S., which means you can help support a local economy while getting a quality-made bed.

Related: Benefits of Buying a Mattress Made in the U.S.

Key Differences

• Mattress Construction: The Saatva Classic is a hybrid mattress, consisting of foam and coil layers, while the Tempur-Cloud is an all-foam mattress. Tempur-Pedic also sells a hybrid version in the Cloud collection.
• Sleep Trial: Saatva’s sleep trial is over three times the length of Tempur-Pedic’s, giving you extra time to test out their bed.
• Price: The Tempur-Cloud is priced significantly more than the Saatva Classic, with a queen size model costing over $400 more.

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Compare Sizes

The Saatva Classic comes in two height options, both of which are higher than the Tempur-Cloud. Saatva mattresses are slightly larger than Tempur-Pedic’s for certain sizes. Saatva also offers a split California king size.

	Saatva	Tempur-Pedic
Thickness	11.5″ or 14.5″	10″
Twin	38″ x 75″	38″ x 74″
Twin XL	38″ x 80″	38″x 80″
Full	54″ x 75″	53″ x 74″
Queen	60″ x 80″	60″ x 80″
King	76″ x 80″	76″ x 80″
Split King	76″ x 80″	76″ x 80″
California King	72″ x 84″	72″ x 84″
Split California King	72″ x 84″	N/A

Learn more about mattress sizes.

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Compare Cost

As luxury brands, both companies have higher price points than other mattress brands. Of the two, Saatva is more affordable, costing a little more than half the price of a Tempur-Cloud for a twin model. 

Saatva and Tempur-Pedic have regular discounts to help make their mattresses more within your budget. They also offer financing. See how the prices compare in the table below.

	Saatva	Tempur-Pedic
Twin	$995	$1,899
Twin XL	$1,355	$1,899
Full	$1,895	$2,099
Queen	$1,995	$2,199
King	$2,445	$2,599
Split King	$2,710	$3,798
California King	$2,445	$2,599
Split California King	$2,710	N/A

 

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Compare Mattress Structure & Feel

Since the Saatva Classic and Tempur-Cloud are different types of mattresses, their construction varies. As a hybrid, the Saatva Classic is made up of foam layers and a coil system. It comes in two height options and three comfort levels: plush soft, luxury firm, and firm.

The Tempur-Cloud is an all-foam mattress consisting of three layers of foam. With a medium-firm feel, this mattress is a great choice for all sleeping positions.

Those who like a traditional memory foam feel will prefer the Tempur-Cloud. If you want something with a bit more spring and support, consider the Saatva Classic. Keep reading to see what each layer includes.

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Compare Mattress Advisor Scores

Here at Mattress Advisor, we look at a variety of components when testing each mattress to help provide you with a comprehensive rating. To see what factors we consider when scoring mattresses, learn more about our review process.

	Saatva	Tempur-Pedic
Shipping	7.5	9
Trial Period	10	8
Return Policy	7	9
Warranty	10	9
Set-Up Test	10	8
Motion Transfer Test	7.5	9.75
Edge Support Test	10	7.5
Pressure Relief Test	9	9
Spinal Alignment Test	10	8.25
Responsiveness Test	8.5	8.25
Cooling Evaluation	9	6.5
Durability Evaluation	10	9
Customer Service Score	9	8
Social Impact Score	8	2
TOTAL SCORE	9/10	8.4/10

Motion Transfer

Tempur-Pedic’s specialty memory foam does an excellent job of isolating motion transfer. Our testers gave it a near-perfect 9.75/10 score. The Saatva Classic, however, scored pretty average in this category and wouldn’t be the best option for couples or those who sleep with a child or pet.

Edge Support

One area where the Saatva Classic beat the Tempur-Cloud mattress was in edge support. Its coil system and reinforced edges help provide a secure bed that you don’t have to worry about toppling out of. The Tempur-Cloud showed significant dipping when our testers sat on the edge of the bed. Edge support may not be a big concern to most shoppers but if you like to take full advantage of every inch of your bed, the Saatva Classic may suit your needs better.

Pressure Relief

Both mattresses have excellent pressure relief, making them great options for all sleeping positions. We noticed slight pressure buildup in the shoulder area when our testers laid on their side on the Tempur-Cloud, but nothing major. If you have sensitive shoulders and like to sleep on your side, you may want to pick the Saatva Classic over the Tempur-Cloud. Otherwise, both options will provide you with a great amount of comfort.

Cooling

When it comes to cooling, the Saatva Classic is definitely the better option. All-foam mattresses tend to trap heat and the Tempur-Cloud was no exception, despite having a moisture-wicking cover. If you’re a hot sleeper, go with the Saatva Classic.

Which Is the Better Mattress for You?

At the end of the day, picking the best mattress comes down to which one meets your top requirements. To choose the right one, consider your sleeping position, sleep environment, budget, and ideal customer experience.

Sleeping Position

When looking for your perfect mattress, it’s important to take note of how a bed does at providing pressure relief and spinal alignment. Side sleepers and stomach sleepers typically need a mattress that can relieve pressure in their shoulders and hip area. Similarly, back sleepers will want pressure relief in the lower back area. Both these beds did great in our pressure relief evaluation.

Spinal alignment is also important for all positions since it helps you wake up free of back pain. The Saatva Classic scored higher in this category, making it a better option for those who tend to have back pain.

Related: Why Spine Alignment is Important for Choosing a Mattress

Sleep Environment

If you sleep with a partner, it’s important to find a mattress that isolates motion well so that you don’t wake up every time they move around. Tempur-Cloud performed exceptionally in this category.

Since the Saatva Classic is a hybrid mattress, its springs make it difficult to isolate motion. It scored an average 7.5 for this category.

Budget

The Saatva Classic is the budget-friendly option. It runs between $504-$1,012 less than the Tempur-Cloud. Both companies offer financing options – Saatva through Affirm and Tempur-Pedic through Wells Fargo.

Customer Service

As you’re shopping, you may want to consider what the customer experience is like for each company. Saatva is a bit more generous than Tempur-Pedic, offering a 365-night sleep trial and free white glove services. Tempur-Pedic offers just a 90-day sleep trial and their usual white glove delivery service doesn’t apply to the Tempur-Cloud mattress. If you want a bit more time to test out your mattress or don’t want the hassle of setting up your bed, go with the Saatva Classic.

Tempur-Pedic offers a standard mattress warranty, lasting 10 years. In comparison, Saatva gives its customers a lifetime warranty.

Both companies also have convenient ways to get in touch with sleep experts. This includes email, phone, and live chat options.

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