EDIT: Settled on the Tuft and Needle. See my review here, or watch my video review below.
In preparation for my upcoming marriage to Yoselin from 6 Mono Media, one of the projects I am working on is the construction of a new bed. That’s right, I am designing and building my own bed. (Instructions and/or progress on the project will be posted on this site soon.)
Most exciting for me is the fact that I’ll be able to toss the old innerspring mattress that I’ve been using since childhood. I want our future mattress to be awesome, so I’ve been doing a lot of research on the subject, especially foam mattresses, since I am tired of the creakiness and unevenness of springs.
I’ve come across a few different online mattress startups that have captured my interest: Tuft and Needle, Casper, and Leesa. All three feature American-made foam mattresses, generous risk-free trial periods, and what appear to be high-end materials and construction.
There is plenty of info about the different layers of proprietary foam that each mattress uses. You can check out the links to get more details, but the main takeaway I get from the research I’ve done is: Tuft and Needle is the firmest (which I like) and least expensive (which I also like); Leesa is the best “all-around” mattress, and also the most expensive; and Casper is the softest (not sure I like that) and priced somewhere between the other two.
You might have noticed from this site that I am all about value and saving money, but at the same time I am willing to invest in certain products that are worthwhile. People spend a third of their lives in bed, and the previous night’s sleep can greatly affect the rest of your day! All three options seem good, but if I’m going to be stuck with a mattress for 10 or more years, I want it to be INCREDIBLE!
I’ll most likely make my decision in a few weeks, when I finish building the bed frame, and I’ll be sure to post a review and photos here! In the meantime, if you have experience yourself with any of these products, leave a comment below!
EDIT: Settled on the Tuft and Needle. See my review here.
UDPATE: Also have a new review for the Liberty Bed mattress from Amerisleep – check it out here!
Also – if you want to build your own hardwood bed like I did, check out our step-by-step tutorial here!
I highly suggest a foam mattress; so the fact that you have your sights on one already is a good step. I’ve had TempurPedic and love it- you can ask anybody. But it still lays in your preference for soft/firm mattresses since some complain foam is too soft, others say it’s too firm. For me, I can’t sleep on anything else anymore easily since it does spoil you for a better night’s sleep and conformity to your body.
I think you should trust your own research- and while I haven’t used any of the ones you listed- they all look great. Just price point varies so get one you’ll be happy with and not something that cost more to sleep on than a MacBook Pro.
I have some more reviews including tossing a bowling ball on all 3 mattresses for comparison at http://www.sleepsherpa.com