Tuft and Needle Mint Hybrid Review

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Ben Trapskin

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Best Hybrid Mattress 2022
Tuft and Needle Mint Hybrid
$1,795 (Queen)

T&N Adaptive® foam meets Micro Diamond memory foam and bouncy springs for the ultimate motion control and pressure relief—all wrapped in an ultra-soft washable top cover.

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Tuft and Needle was one of the first and most successful online mattress brands with their original, all foam, mattress. Recently, they just launched their first Hybrid mattress which I received free for review. This mattress was designed to cradle you and feel extra cozy without making you overheat at night. A queen size retails for just under $1,500 which puts it on par with most hybrids in the market but how does it compare? We found it offers a unique feel that will appeal to sleepers that crave extra contouring and an overall plush feel.

Overview of the Tuft and Needle Hybrid

Here’s a video overview of the mattress which shows the inside and how it reacts and contours. This mattress comes roll packed in a box like their other offerings. Both shipping and returns are free. It also comes with a 100-night trial which is typical nowadays.

 

Construction of the Tuft and Needle Hybrid Mattress

tuft and needle construction

Below are the construction specifications as found on their website.

– 1″ Quilted, breathable open-cell foam with carbon fiber + graphite
– 2″ T&N Adaptive® foam with graphite + ceramic gel beads
– 1″ Transition coil
– 1″ T&N Adaptive® foam
– 6″ High quality pocketed springs with added edge support
– 1″ High quality base foam

How Much Does the Tuft and Needle Hybrid Cost?

Below are the current prices of the mattress. Keep in mind that Tuft and Needle does not offer any coupon codes. They believe in offering the best price year-round so you don’t have to time your purchase around any gimmicks or holidays.

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My Tuft and Needle Hybrid Findings

The first thing I noticed about this mattress was the blue cover. It’s a departure from your typical white cover. Tuft and Needle has always done a good job with the design of their covers. It shows that they pay attention to detail in every part of the construction.

tuft and needle cover

Below you can see how much sinkage you get with this mattress. I put my 14 lb. bowling ball on it and it sank more on this mattress than most of the other hybrids I have tried.

Tuft and Needle Sinkage

Here you can see how each layer works with the cover off. Keep in mind that the cover has foam quilted into it which gives it the extra soft feel. You can also see the transition coils under the first layer of foam in this picture. These coils are not very stiff and can easily be squished with your fingers. They are a great choice because they make the top layer more breathable and resilient. If they were to use another layer of foam, or even latex, the mattress would probably feel too mushy.

tuft and needle contouring

Here you can see how easy it is to compress the foam and coils.

tuft and needle squish

Here’s a picture showing me laying on my side. It’s a little hard to see the contouring but I definitely felt like it would make an ideal mattress for side sleepers.

laying on tuft and needle

My Tuft and Needle Hybrid Recommendation

Overall this mattress is best suited for side and back sleepers. I think stomach sleepers will want something a bit firmer and I would recommend taking a look at the original Tuft and Needle.  In comparison to the Tuft and Needle Mint, the Hybrid offers a bit more support than the Mint can provide and is easier to change positions at night.

I really appreciate that Tuft and Needle went the distance in putting quality materials throughout the mattress. The quilted foam cover would make the mattress sleep too hot but they addressed this early by making it with open-cell foam, carbon fiber and graphite, all providing unique cooling properties.

The two sets of coils also add to the unique feel and don’t come cheap which is why I think they can command the price they do. If all-foam mattresses just aren’t working and you aren’t impressed with the current offering of hybrids, I think you owe it to yourself to see what this one offers. It really stands out from the rest of the pack.

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All 3 Tuft & Needle Models Compared

Tuft & Needle offers three different mattress models: the Original, the Mint, and the Hybrid. Here is a comparison of the three models:

FeatureOriginalMintHybrid
ConstructionTwo layers of foamThree layers of foamTwo layers of foam + coil support
MaterialsAdaptive foam and base foamAdaptive foam, transition foam, and base foamAdaptive foam, transition foam, coil support, and base foam
Thickness7 inches10 inches11 inches
FirmnessMedium-firmMediumMedium-firm
Price$695-$1,495$895-$1,795$1,095-$2,095

Advantages of the Original:

  • Most affordable Tuft & Needle mattress
  • Simplest construction, making it easier to move and flip
  • Good for people who want a medium-firm mattress with a responsive feel

Disadvantages of the Original:

  • Thinnest Tuft & Needle mattress, so it may not be supportive enough for heavier sleepers
  • Only two layers of foam, so it may not be as comfortable as the other Tuft & Needle mattresses for people who want a softer or more plush mattress

Advantages of the Mint:

  • Thicker than the Original, so it is more supportive for heavier sleepers
  • Extra layer of foam adds softness and comfort
  • Good for people who want a medium mattress with a responsive feel

Disadvantages of the Mint:

  • More expensive than the Original
  • Not as supportive as the Hybrid for heavier sleepers

Advantages of the Hybrid:

  • Most supportive Tuft & Needle mattress
  • Good for people who want a medium-firm mattress with a responsive feel
  • Good for heavier sleepers

Disadvantages of the Hybrid:

  • Most expensive Tuft & Needle mattress
  • Coil support can make the mattress a bit heavier and more difficult to move and flip

Which Tuft & Needle mattress is right for you?

If you are looking for the most affordable Tuft & Needle mattress, the Original is a good choice. If you are looking for a more supportive Tuft & Needle mattress, or if you want a mattress with a softer or more plush feel, the Mint or Hybrid are better choices.

Best Hybrid Mattress 2022
Tuft and Needle Mint Hybrid
$1,795 (Queen)

T&N Adaptive® foam meets Micro Diamond memory foam and bouncy springs for the ultimate motion control and pressure relief—all wrapped in an ultra-soft washable top cover.

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