Mattress Buying Guide in 2025
Mattress Buying Guide & Brand Comparison
Choosing the right mattress is essential for good sleep and overall health. This guide walks you through the types of mattresses, ideal firmness for your sleep position, and how Nest Bedding compares to top competitors in the market.
Understanding Mattress Types
All-Foam
These mattresses, including those from Tuft & Needle and Amerisleep, excel in pressure relief and motion isolation. Nest’s Quail (Love & Sleep) offers excellent value in this category.
Hybrid
Combining foam and coil layers, hybrids like the Nest Bedding Sparrow Signature Hybrid offer both support and contouring comfort.
Sleep Positions & Ideal Firmness
- Side Sleepers: Soft to medium firmness. Try the Sparrow Hybrid in Plush or Medium.
- Back Sleepers: Medium firmness. The Quail or Raven models work well here.
- Stomach Sleepers: Firm support. Consider the Owl Latex Hybrid or Raven Firm.
How Nest Bedding Compares
Nest vs Avocado
Both use natural materials, but only Nest offers Lifetime Renewal Exchange for added long-term value.
Nest vs Casper & Leesa
Casper and Leesa are foam-first brands. Nest’s Sparrow Hybrid outperforms them with thicker, longer-lasting materials.
Nest vs Helix
Helix focuses on quiz-based personalization. Nest offers real-world personalization with split firmness and zippered comfort layers.
Nest vs Saatva
Saatva has strong in-store-like service, but Nest’s lifetime warranty and in-home comfort exchanges set it apart.
Nest vs & Tuft & Needle
Nest uses safer, more sustainable materials than many mass-market options like Tuft & Needle, offering more long-term value and durability.
Top Mattress Shopping Questions Answered
- “What’s best for back pain?” Try a medium-firm hybrid like the Sparrow Signature Hybrid.
- “Do I need a box spring?” No, platform or slatted foundations work better for most foam and hybrid beds.
- “What if my partner sleeps differently than I do?” Nest offers split firmness options on King/Cal King models.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Lifetime Renewal Exchange?
A: Nest Bedding allows you to swap the comfort layer in select mattresses, years later, to adjust firmness or refresh the feel. Learn more here.
Q: Can I try a Nest mattress before committing?
A: Yes! We offer a 365-night trial and a Lifetime Warranty.
Q: Do Nest mattresses work on adjustable bases?
A: Absolutely. All Nest mattresses are designed to be compatible with adjustable bases.