Real Bed Mattress Review: Test Lab Ratings

Overall Rating 8.0

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$1,189 from Real Bed (by Charles P. Rogers) (queen)

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Price Range: $899 – $1,589

Mattress Type: Latex Hybrid

Firmness Options: Firm (7)

At A Glance

The Real Bed combines multiple natural and organic materials in a latex hybrid design to bring bouncy, cooling support that works especially well for back sleepers.

Ratings Summary

Motion Isolation

6/10

Edge Support

7/10

Temperature Control

8/10

Ease of Movement

8/10

Off Gassing

8/10

Pressure Relief

6/10

Pros

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  Responsive latex promotes bouncy feel
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  Natural cooling properties suitable for hot sleepers
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  Cover is made of certified organic cotton

Cons

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  Bounce heightens motion transfer and may cause sleep disturbances when sharing the bed
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  Firm latex provides less pressure relief, especially for side sleepers
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  People under 130 pounds may find the mattress too firm

Sleeping Style and Body Weight

Real Bed

Sleeper Type

Under 130 lbs

130-230 lbs

Above 230 lbs

Side Sleepers

6/10

7.5/10

6/10

Back Sleepers

7/10

8.5/10

7/10

Stomach Sleepers

5.5/10

7/10

5.5/10

When shopping for a mattress, it is important to consider your sleep position and body weight. The Real Bed Mattress is appropriate for many types of sleepers, but its firmness makes it especially suitable for back sleepers and stomach sleepers.

Side Sleepers

The Real Bed Mattress is suitable for side sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds, but it may be too firm for those under 230 pounds.

Side sleepers exert more pressure on the shoulder and hips during sleep. As a result, they require a mattress that contours to the body and provides pressure relief in these areas. Although the Real Bed’s plush wool layer and responsive coil system provide some contouring, it may not be enough for side sleepers with acute pressure points. As a result, side sleepers under 230 pounds may find that the Real Bed Mattress is too firm to relieve uncomfortable or painful pressure points.

Side sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds sink deeper into the mattress, allowing the mattress to contour more closely to the shoulders and hips to relieve pressure points and encourage proper spinal alignment.

Back Sleepers

The Real Bed Mattress is a good option for back sleepers, particularly those who weigh more than 230 pounds.

Back sleepers tend to benefit most from medium firm mattresses. Soft mattresses allow the lower back to sink in too much, causing an unhealthy curve in the spine. On the other hand, mattresses that are too firm may not provide enough cushion for the lumbar area, which can lead to poor spinal alignment.

The Real Bed has the right balance of firmness and softness to satisfy back sleepers of all body types. However, as with side sleepers, the Real Bed performs especially well for back sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds. For these individuals, the mattress is firm enough to prevent the upper body from sinking in, yet soft enough to cushion the lumbar area for healthy spinal alignment.

Stomach Sleepers

Stomach sleepers enjoy excellent support from the Real Bed Mattress.

Stomach sleepers typically require medium firm to firm mattresses to maintain a healthy sleep posture. Similar to back sleepers, stomach sleepers may experience excessive sinkage in the abdomen when using a mattress that is too soft. The sinkage may be more pronounced for stomach sleepers who also use lofty pillows. On the other hand, overly firm mattresses may not provide enough cushioning for stomach sleepers to rest comfortably.

The Real Bed offers a nice balance of firmness and plushness to satisfy stomach sleepers. The mattress is firm enough to keep the head and spine aligned, and the wool layer provides the needed cushion for sleepers to feel comfortable.

The Real Bed is a good fit for stomach sleepers of all weight ranges, but it is especially suitable for those who weigh more than 130 pounds, who derive just enough contouring from the mattress to keep pressure points at a minimum.

Mattress Performance

In addition to the hands-on feedback from our team, we conduct a number of quantitative tests in our Test Lab. The below ratings are based on the experience of our testers.

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Real Bed Mattress Review Breakdown

The Real Bed Mattress is a hybrid mattress that combines a latex-based comfort system with a coil-based support core. The mattress is 12 inches thick and has a thin wool comfort layer followed by a 3-inch layer of natural latex. The support core consists of a layer of pocketed coils atop a 1-inch base layer of natural latex and wool. The mattress has a natural fire barrier made with eucalyptus-based rayon.

The Real Bed has a firmness rating of 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale, or firm, and it provides the typical bounce expected of a latex-based comfort layer. The thin layer of wool adds some initial cushioning to balance out the firmness.

The pocketed coils move independently of one another to provide targeted support for various body types. The perimeter of the bed is reinforced with steel springs to create a sturdy edge.

An organic cotton cover encases the mattress. The cover holds GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, which means that the material meets strict organic and social standards. In lieu of plastic buttons, Charles P. Rogers uses English felt wool tufts to hold the mattress layers together, which might appeal to shoppers who prefer natural materials. The company attaches the tufts without the use of glue.

Those who prefer a plusher bed may purchase an optional pillow-top for an extra layer of comfort. The Real Bed Topper contains 1 inch of natural latex, as well as a layer of nano springs and eucalyptus-based rayon. The pillow-top is 2.5 inches thick and is encased in GOTS-certified organic cotton.

Real Bed Mattress Sizing

The Real Bed Mattress is competitively priced compared to other latex-based hybrid mattresses, especially considering the quality of materials and reputable track record of the manufacturer.

The mattress is available in six standard sizes. A pillow-top may be purchased separately. Below is a breakdown of height, weight, and size dimensions for the Real Bed mattress.

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