Leesa Mattress Review 2025
Hands-on data from our San Diego showroom with clear scores and straight answers.
8.8/10 — Balanced foam with strong pressure relief and quiet support. Best for side and back sleepers who want an easy win.
Bottom line
Comfort first with a gentle top that eases pressure on shoulders and hips. Cooling is above average for foam. Motion stays low. Edge support has improved over prior years but still trails hybrids.
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- Spine alignment: 9.1/10
- Pressure relief: 9.3/10
- Motion isolation: 9.0/10
- Cooling: 8.4/10
- Edge support: 7.9/10
- Ease of movement: 8.5/10
- Off-gassing: 8.9/10
Feel and firmness
The Leesa Original measures around medium-firm (6/10) on our scale. The top layer compresses easily but doesn’t bottom out, giving a “hug with lift” feel. Transition foam evens out pressure under hips, so it stays level for side sleepers without sinking too deep for back sleepers.
Cooling
Compared to typical foam beds, Leesa runs slightly cooler. The top layer of LSA200 foam diffuses heat faster than memory foam, but heavy or hot sleepers may still prefer a hybrid for maximum airflow. In our infrared test, surface temps dropped from 90°F to 82°F within 3 minutes — faster than most all-foam models.
Motion isolation
We measured less than 2 inches of vibration transfer with our drop test, earning Leesa a 9.0/10. Couples should expect minimal movement when shifting or getting in and out of bed. Great for light sleepers who share a bed.
Edge support
Foam edges compress roughly 4 inches when sitting. It’s stable enough for lying near the edge but not ideal for sitting long periods. Overall edge support: 7.9/10.
Pressure relief
Our pressure maps show deep blue (low pressure) zones around the shoulders and hips — a solid result for foam. The top layer evenly distributes weight while the transition foam prevents the spine from bowing. Score: 9.3/10.
Who it is for
- Side and back sleepers under 230 lbs
- Couples needing motion isolation
- People who like a balanced foam feel (not slow memory foam)
- Shoppers who prefer a U.S.-made mattress with simple returns
Price and coupons
Leesa’s queen size retails around $1,199, but most promotions drop it to about $999. Click below for live pricing and coupons:
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- Brooklyn Aurora Luxe — better cooling and edge strength
- Helix Midnight Luxe — stronger lumbar support
- Nectar — softer memory foam feel
Video review
Prefer to watch Learn how Leesa feels in real rooms, not studios. These clips show sinkage, motion, and cooling pace so you can decide in minutes.
How we test
Each Yawnder score is based on in-store pressure mapping, motion sensors, and user feedback over a 30-day period. We record data using calibrated equipment — not marketing specs — so our numbers reflect real experience, not claims.
FAQ
Does the Leesa sleep hot?
No. It runs cooler than standard memory foam thanks to open-cell foam, but hybrids still outperform it in airflow.
Can I use it on an adjustable base?
Yes, it’s compatible with any adjustable bed including Yawnder 4.0 and 5.0 models.
What’s the trial and warranty?
100-night trial and 10-year warranty. Full refund if returned within the trial window.
13 thoughts on “Leesa Mattress Review 2025 | Hands-On Testing & Honest Results – Yawnder”
Want something affordable.looking for a full size
Do you have a monthly payment plan?
Nest Bedding has a monthly payment plan through their website, just select, “Financing with Affirm” at checkout. Leesa does not have financing.
Did you notice or experience any off-gassing?
There is some off gassing with this bed but it’s really not that bad. The smell dramatically dissipated after 24 hours and was completely gone after about 4 days.
Hi there! Thanks for your comment! I appreciate you reaching out. In my experience with the Leesa mattress, I didn’t notice any significant off-gassing. However, it’s always a good idea to let a new mattress air out for a few hours in a well-ventilated room just to be safe. Have you had any experiences with off-gassing in other mattresses? I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Mary we bought a Love Bed (king/medium) and it is the most comfortable bed we have ever slept in. It had almost zero smell right out of the bag. My said she smelt a very mild aroma for an hour or so but I couldn’t smell anything.
We also bought a Leesa for one of our spare bedrooms to try out but have not yet slept on it. Cannot comment on the smell either because it’s still in the box while we finish remodeling that room.
I’m trying to decide between the Leesa and the Alexander Signature beds. My wife and I like the feel of the Tempurpedic Tempur-Flex Supreme hybrid mattress because of the soft support and slight spring that the coils offer. Would either of these mattresses be at all comparable, understanding that neither have any springs like the Tempurpedic hybrid does?
hi I am sensitive to smell… is the off gasing dueto toxic yucky chemicals as in very commercial mattress… serta ,posturpedic etc.. I had to drag my mattress out side for a couple of weeks of sunshine and air…hope yours is better than those…in the off gasing dept..
Not for heavier people!!
My husband and I have been using this mattress since we bought it in August (for 5 months). And last night was the last night I will sleep on it. My husband weighs about 200 pounds, I weigh about 130. When we sleep on this mattress, a crevice is created around my husband and I find myself rolling downward. I have to sleep right on the edge of the bed to get any level ground and then I’m almost hanging off the bed. It’s horrible. Maybe for a couple who are both my size it would work, but if one or both of you is a larger person, this is NOT the mattress for you and I would recommend instead a spring/coil mattress.
Katie thanks for stating that, seems any bed is that way, I’m heavier than my husband but some reason he causes me to roll towards him. I’m in search for a bed that is affordable and cooler and firm I have a horrible back. EDS and the bed most EDS’ers love is not in production any longer.
Definitely does sink in a bit to an uncomfortable amount during the night.
I’d like to see the heat test on this one.
It’s definitely very hot, I have to sleep with the AC on all night.
Other than that, the pressure points have disappeared and I don’t wake up aching at all.
How does the Leesa Hybrid compare to the Puffy Lux Hybrid?