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Tuft & Needle Mattress Review

By January 26, 2022July 18th, 2024No Comments

Tuft & Needle Memory Foam Mattress Review

Tuft & Needle Mattress
  • Comfort
  • Back Support
  • Edge Support
  • Affordability
  • Cooling
  • Trial & Warranty
  • Customer Service
3.8

Tuft & Needle Mattress Review

While the Tuft & Needle classic mattress model seems like a definite crowd pleaser, it’s not for everyone. If you overheat and need a very supportive structure in a mattress, this mattress might not work for you. Additionally, some buyers notice breakdown sooner rather than later. Thankfully, the company has pretty solid customer support.

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Tuft & Needle Mattress Review

Since 2012, the Tuft & Needle company has been partially responsible for the rise of the bed-in-a-box trend. Their original mattress has earned popularity through price, making this a great option for anyone hoping to spend a little less on a comfortable mattress. If you’re looking for a memory foam mattress on a limited budget, read on to find out if the Tuft & Needle is the right value for your wallet.

Product Details

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Material
Memory Foam
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Trial Period
100 nights
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Shipping Method
Free, except for AK and HI
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Firmness
Medium
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Warranty
10-years
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Price Range
$$$

Our Recommendation

Reviewer Rating Highlights For The Tuft & Needle Mattress

One of the most popular bed-in-a-box models to date, the original Tuft & Needle Mattress is a wonderful budget-friendly choice for sleepers of all styles from light to average weight. The high-quality adaptable memory foam has a great balanced feel, making it an appealing choice for a wide range of people. A high value mattress for the price!

Recommended for the following sleeper types:

Best Mattress For:

  • Light and average weight combination sleepers
  • Shoppers on a budget
  • Sleepers who want a responsive mattress

Not Recommended For:

  • Heavier weight sleepers over 250lbs
  • Fans of luxury slow moving foam
  • Sleepers who overheat regularly

A Closer Look At Tuft & Needle Materials

The Tuft & Needle mattress has a simple but effective construction of two layers of poly foam, referred to by the company as “T&N adaptive foam.” This is a mattress made in America, with certification from CertiPUR-US™️, tested and certified by OEKO-TEX, meaning it is free from chemical residues, phthalates, and heavy metals according to standards. This particular foam mattress is said not to have a strong smell upon opening, though some may disagree, but allowing the mattress to off-gas for a day or so is still recommended. Set up should be relatively easy, although you may need an extra person for some help.

  1. Breathable Knit Cover: That unfortunately cannot be removed for cleaning, but is always cool to the touch.
  2. Top Comfort Layer: 3” open cell poly foam infused with graphite and gel beads, aka “T&N adaptive foam” that promotes cooling and air flow by pulling heat and moisture away from the body.
  3. Support Core Layer: 7” of high density poly foam and open-cell foam to promote air flow. The dense construction helps with even support, preventing the body from sinking too far.

Firmness

The Tuft & Needle mattress falls into the medium range sweet spot of about a 6 on a 10 scale, much like other foam beds on the market. This is not a classic memory foam bed, so the responsiveness of the foam may feel firmer initially, but the mattress will soften with time, as stated in multiple reviews. Lighter weight sleepers may perceive this bed at a 7, while heavier weight sleepers may feel it at a softer 5.5. Firmness is always subjective to body type. This mattress is not recommended for sleepers over 230lbs who will need more support for their back and midsection.

uft & Needle Memory Foam Mattress Construction Layers

Mattress Sizes and Prices

(price doesn’t include discount or sale items)

SizeDimensionsRegular Price
Twin39" X 75"$645
Twin XL39" x 80"$695
Full54" x 75"$795
Queen60" x 80"$895
King76" x 80"$1,095
California King72" x 84"$1,095

Pros and Cons

Who is the Tuft & Needle mattress best for?

The Tuft & Needle mattress is a crowd pleaser in general. The medium firmness makes it great for all sleep positions, but is particularly perfect for back sleepers. The motion isolation of the memory foam makes it a nice pick for couples and co-sleepers who don’t want to be too disturbed by movement, and the responsiveness of the foam makes moving around easy on this mattress. Lastly, the price is approachable and appealing to anyone who isn’t looking to spend a fortune on a high quality bed.

How is the edge support?

Unfortunately the edge support of the Tuft & Needle bed is lacking. Being a simple foam mattress, the edges may feel a bit saggy or slippery. This could force couples into the middle for intimacy, which may or may not be an issue. The edge probably won’t be the best place to sleep, but might be okay to sit down and tie your shoes.

How is the cooling?

Despite the cooling infusions in the comfort layer, the Tuft & Needle is still an all foam mattress, meaning it’s bound to trap some body heat. While it could prove cooler than a memory foam mattress, it will likely still be a bit warm for those who tend to overheat at night.

What’s The Catch?

There’s not exactly a catch to this bed. With the Tuft & Needle original flagship model, you get what you pay for: a simple memory foam mattress with medium comfort at an affordable price. It’s not exactly made of highly durable materials, so it may not last as long as the company promises, but it’s likely you can get a few good years out of it at least, making it a good value for the money. There’s a slight break in period with the Tuft & Needle, meaning it may need some time to soften up a little. Keep in mind if you’re a heavier weight sleeper, this mattress is unlikely to provide the support you need.

The Best Tuft & Needle Mattress Reviews

Fans of this mattress love the price as well as the comfort level. The foam allows less disturbances and relieves body pain, leading to deeper more satisfying sleep. Those who enjoy the Tuft & Needle flagship model enough tend to be repeat buyers, and express excitement to go to bed every night. They make great beds for guests as well as growing family members.

Tuft And Needle Mattress Complaints

The main complaints about the Tuft & Needle Original tend to be about the firmness or the temperature control. At worst, this bed may form an oven like black hole in the middle, even folding on the sides due to lack of edge support. Some say it’s far too firm, while others claim it’s way too soft. Others still say their pain actually got worse after sleeping on this mattress.

On the plus side, even some of the worst reviews mention the excellence of Tuft & Needle customer service, so if you’re deeply unhappy with their product it looks as though the company will be glad to help.

Tuft & Needle Mattress Warranty

Tuft & Needle offer a 10 year limited warranty covering their mattresses, but can only be taken advantage of if you are in the United States. This warranty can’t be transferred and only extends to the original purchaser and current owner of the mattress as long as it was purchased directly from Tuft & Needle or an authorized distribution channel. Tuft & Needle mattresses are intended for household use only, not commercial. Be sure to read all terms and conditions before the purchase of any mattress, and keep all receipts and records of purchase in a safe place at home.

What the Tuft & Needle Warranty Covers

This warranty specifically covers material defects resulting from defective materials or workmanship in the mattress. Deterioration causing the mattress to have a visible indentation greater than three-fourths of an inch (0.75) is covered, as long as it isn’t associated with use of an improper or unsupportive foundation or adjustable bed base. Clear edge defects greater than 1 inch that put the mattress out of dimensional specifications are covered, as well as any physical flaws that cause the material to split or crack despite proper handling and normal use.

What the Tuft & Needle Doesn’t Cover

Natural changes caused by normal use aren’t covered, and neither are changes caused by any abuse or improper handling of the mattress. Physical abuse or damage such as burns, cuts, stains, tears or liquid damage, including mold are not covered. In other words, don’t take your mattress for a ride down some stairs or a river and expect a free replacement. Uneven surfaces or imperfect shaped corners are not considered defects. Improper use of your mattress could void your warranty completely, so be sure to go over your warranty before contacting customer service so you know whether or not filing a claim is possible.

Sleep Examiner’s Review Process

Here at Sleep Examiner, we consider ourselves expert reviewers of all things sleep. However, we believe that ten opinions are better than one, so we take on the task of opening twenty different browser tabs and digging deep so you don’t have to. We painstakingly comb through reviews on multiple sites for every mattress, pillow, and sleep accessory we can find – so you don’t get fooled by fake, biased, or limited points of view.

Using a combination of verified customer reviews, we put together in-depth research on the exact composition and materials used, as well as comparisons and ratings from expert sites. Once our research is concluded, our system automatically generates an overall performance score for each mattress based on the collected data in the following categories: Comfort, Back Support, Edge Support, Affordability, Cooling, Trial period, Warranty and Customer Service.

Our Analysis

Tuft & Needle Mattress Summary Analysis

While the Tuft & Needle classic model seems like a definite crowd pleaser, it may not be for everyone. If you overheat and need a very supportive structure in a mattress, this mattress might not work for you. You get what you pay for, which isn’t always a good thing, and some buyers may notice breakdown sooner rather than later. Thankfully, the company has pretty solid customer support. All in all, the Tuft & Needle original has a high value for the price tag.

Tuft & Needle Mattress Performance Score

Comfort: 3/5
Firmness: 3/5
Edge Support: 2/5
Affordability: 4/5
Cooling: 2/5
Trial & Warranty: 3/5
Customer Support: 4/5

The Verdict: 3.8/5

While the Tuft & Needle classic mattress model seems like a definite crowd pleaser, it may not be for everyone. If you overheat and need a very supportive structure in a mattress, this mattress might not work for you. You get what you pay for, which isn’t always a good thing, and some buyers may notice breakdown sooner rather than later. Thankfully, the company has pretty solid customer support. All in all, the Tuft & Needle original has a high value for the price tag.

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