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Tuft and Needle Original Mattress Review: No Frills, Just Comfort – CNET

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6.5

Tuft and Needle

Score Breakdown

Performance 7.7Support 8Return Policy 6Pressure Relief 6Features 10

Read more on How we test mattresses

Like

  • Wallet-friendly price
  • Neutral-foam feel that’s not divisive like memory foam
  • Medium firmness level to fit most sleeping positions

Don’t like

  • Not ideal for sleepers over 230 pounds
  • Edge support isn’t great

Product details

  • Type Poly foam hybrid
  • Firmness Medium or 5
  • Trial 100 nights
  • Warranty 10-year limited warranty

Tuft and Needle is a well-known bed-in-a-box brand that you might’ve seen before via a commercial or an Instagram ad. It’s up there with the likes of powerhouse brands such as Casper and Purple, and for good reason. A lot of us don’t need extra bells and whistles on our mattress, just a comfortable bed that won’t break the bank. That’s where Tuft and Needle fits the bill.  

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This mattress was delivered in my mailbox. Well, not quite, but it arrived in a surprisingly compact container.

Tuft and Needle

Clean, basic and comfy were a few of my first thoughts upon starting my Tuft and Needle mattress review process. It looks kind of like a big, rectangular marshmallow on top of the bed frame. The cover is textured in bright white, giving it a fresh, aesthetically pleasing look. I noticed a zipper which means you can remove the cover from your Tuft and Needle Original, but I honestly wouldn’t recommend it as it’s not the most fun to put back on. Also, beware of throwing it in the washing machine. It might be tempting, but if it shrinks, the struggle will be real when you try to put it back on. 

Video: Tuft and Needle Original Mattress Review

Watch CNET video producer Owen Poole review the Tuft and Needle Original mattress.

Tuft and Needle feel and firmness

What does Tuft and Needle feel like?

If you’re somebody who’s turned off by the feel of memory foam mattresses, I think you’d be a fan of the Tuft and Needle Original bed. Instead of molding around your body and almost giving you a sinking feeling, it gently hugs you and responds quickly to pressure, allowing you to move around easily. 

How firm is the Tuft and Needle mattress?

It’s also plush, yet supportive at the same time, a great middle ground to accommodate a wide range of sleepers. That’s why I rated the Tuft and Needle Original mattress around a medium on the firmness scale, or a 5 out of 10, with 10 being the firmest. 

Construction 

The Tuft and Needle Original bed is 10 inches thick, which is pretty standard compared to your average bed-in-a-box mattress. However, it only has two layers, whereas the average bed has three. I’m not knocking its construction, though. Like I said earlier, it’s simple and gets the job done nicely for people who don’t need additional support. 

  1. At 7 inches tall the bottom layer is the thickest, made with firm polyurethane foam, and it’s the main foundation for the mattress. 
  2. The top layer is responsible for providing comfort. It’s made with graphite-infused foam called T&N Adaptive foam, and cooling gel is added to help maintain a neutral temperature. 

The cover is made with a knitted material that feels really soft. Still, it’s breathable, not warm and cozy like your favorite knitted sweater.

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Thanks to Tuft and Needle’s foam construction, it’s great at isolating motion.&nbsp;

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An overhead look at the Tuft and Needle mattress inside of a bedroom. An overhead look at the Tuft and Needle mattress inside of a bedroom.

I think the Tuft and Needle mattress will be best for people who weigh under 230 pounds. 

My Slumber Yard

Who is the Tuft and Needle mattress best for?

Not every bed is one size fits all. While it’s a good mattress, it might not be the most comfortable or accommodating bed for everyone. Here’s who I found sleeps best on it during my Tuft and Needle mattress review. 

Position

Considering its medium firmness level, I’d recommend it to most sleeping positions. It’s soft enough to give pressure relief to side sleepers, but firm enough to support most back and stomach sleepers. It’s quick to respond to pressure when switching positions, which is a plus for combination sleepers.

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The only exceptions would be plus-size back and stomach sleepers, or small side sleepers. 

Body type

This bed is two layers thick and only made of foam materials. For that reason, I think people over 230 pounds should consider the Tuft and Needle Hybrid mattress. It has a lot of the same qualities, is still affordable, and is more supportive for heavier body types. Or, you can check out our other top favorite hybrid mattresses on our best mattress for heavy people list. 

If you weigh under 230 pounds, the Tuft and Needle Original mattress is a perfectly suitable option. 

Tuft and Needle mattress pricing

Do Tuft and Needle mattresses sag?

Tuft and Needle is owned by bedding veterans Serta Simmons, and all of their mattresses are made here in the United States. 

How firm is the Tuft and Needle?

Yes. The Tuft and Needle mattress doesn’t boast an organic certification, but it is CertiPUR-US and GREENGUARD gold certified. This means the bed was made following strict chemical emission standards, the foam is low in VOC’s for indoor air quality and the it doesn’t contain harmful chemicals like ozone depleters or carcinogens. 

Which is better, Casper or Tuft and Needle?

No, most bed-in-a-box mattresses don’t require that you use a box spring. In fact, your mattress will be sitting high in the air if you one. Go with a bed frame instead, whether it be slatted, adjustable or a flat foundation. 

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