WinkBed Mattress Review
A luxury pillow top hybrid that lets you choose your firmness and still keeps strong support and cooling. Here is how the WinkBed actually performs after real testing and how it compares to other premium hybrids.
For the money, the WinkBed is absolutely worth a look if you want a premium pillow top mattress you can tune to your preferred firmness. It feels supportive right away, gives you hotel style comfort, and it is hand crafted in the United States with multiple firmness options.
New WinkBed overview
I recently received a free queen size WinkBed for review and this latest version is a clear upgrade over the previous generation, which was already a strong mattress. The current WinkBed is a hybrid design built with coils and foam and it feels substantial once it opens up with a thick Euro pillow top and a true luxury feel.
WinkBeds is a US based mattress company founded in 2014 by Dan Adler. The goal is to provide high quality mattresses at a more accessible price by selling directly to consumers instead of going through traditional retail showrooms.
The brand started with hybrid designs that blend the bounce and structure of innersprings with the pressure relief of foam. The line has since expanded to include latex hybrids, memory foam models, adjustable bases, and accessories. All WinkBeds mattresses are designed and hand crafted in the United States using American sourced materials.
WinkBeds quickly built a reputation around comfort, durability, and solid customer service. You get a generous in home trial, free shipping, a lifetime warranty, and a comfort replacement option, which helps the brand stand out in a crowded mattress space.
Overview of WinkBed models
WinkBeds offers four main mattress lines. Each one targets a different type of sleeper and comfort preference.
WinkBed Classic
The flagship WinkBed Classic is a hybrid innerspring available in four firmness levels: Softer, Luxury Firm, Firmer, and Plus. Every option uses a Tencel cover, a Euro pillow top with gel infused foam, a layer of micro coils, a zoned pocketed coil support system, and a high density foam base. The Classic works for a wide range of sleepers, including back, stomach, and side sleepers.
WinkBed Plus
WinkBed Plus is built for heavier individuals who need extra support. It replaces the standard foam transition layer with a seven zone latex support layer and uses a firmer pillow top and reinforced coil system so the bed keeps its shape and support even at higher weights.
EcoCloud
EcoCloud is a latex hybrid focused on natural materials and a cooler more buoyant feel. You get an organic cotton cover, wool cushioning, Talalay latex comfort layers, and zoned coils. It is a good match for eco minded shoppers and hot sleepers who still want strong support.
GravityLux
GravityLux is the all foam line. It uses AirCell memory foam over transitional and support foam layers with a Tencel cover. It comes in three firmness levels and leans into pressure relief and contouring for people who want more of that classic memory foam hug without a slow response.
You can order WinkBeds mattresses exclusively through the WinkBeds website. They come with a 120 night home trial, free shipping, a lifetime warranty, and a comfort exchange where you can swap for a different firmness at a discount after the trial.
Construction and materials
The WinkBed is a true hybrid that combines two layers of individually wrapped coils with multiple foam layers and a Euro style pillow top. The queen size Luxury Firm comes in at about 13.5 inches tall and roughly 135 pounds, so it is not a flimsy mattress.
Sizes and approximate weights
- Twin: 13.5 by 38 by 75 inches, about 75 pounds
- Twin XL: 13.5 by 38 by 80 inches, about 85 pounds
- Full: 13.5 by 54 by 75 inches, about 120 pounds
- Queen: 13.5 by 60 by 80 inches, about 135 pounds
- King: 13.5 by 76 by 80 inches, about 145 pounds
- California King: 13.5 by 72 by 84 inches, about 145 pounds
Layer by layer
Cover: The cover is Tencel, a eucalyptus based fiber that dries quickly and breathes better than cotton or linen. It is made from a renewable resource and carries strict safety certification suitable even for children.
Natural fire barrier: WinkBeds uses a fire barrier made from cotton and rayon derived from wood pulp. It is cellulose based with no added chemicals.
Contour box top: The Euro style pillow top uses a blend of HyperSoft foam and gel foam that is CertiPUR US certified. It feels more buoyant than classic memory foam, so you get contour without that stuck feeling. The gel helps manage temperature and the foams are quilted into a box pattern so they stay evenly distributed instead of shifting like a loose pillow top.
SupportCell foam layer: Under the top you get about two and a half inches of SupportCell foam that is unique to WinkBeds. It adds deeper pressure relief, extra durability, and helps the mattress sleep cooler. This foam is higher density than what you find in many online hybrids.
Edge support system: Around the perimeter there is a ring of higher firmness foam that reinforces the edges. You can sit or sleep near the side without feeling roll off and you get more usable surface area.
Zoned coil system: The main support core uses a zoned pocketed coil system with stronger coils through the middle third for lumbar support and reinforced coils around the edge. A queen size has more than a thousand coils which helps with support, responsiveness, and airflow.
All foams in the WinkBed are CertiPUR US certified and long term tests show less than one percent change in height and firmness over simulated years of use.
Soft, Luxury Firm, and Firmer WinkBed
WinkBeds offers three main firmness feels in the Classic line plus the Plus model for heavier sleepers. The Luxury Firm runs a bit firmer than many medium hybrids, which many back and stomach sleepers prefer.
Soft WinkBed
The Soft WinkBed is for people who want a deeper sink and more pressure relief. It uses a more flexible coil system and extra foam in the pillow top, which gives more contour through shoulders and hips. The design mirrors the regular WinkBed but with a plusher top and more give in the lower coils.
Luxury Firm WinkBed
Luxury Firm is the most popular choice and is what many people consider the sweet spot between comfort and support. It has a medium firm feel that works well for most back sleepers, stomach sleepers, and many combination sleepers who do not want to sink too far into the mattress.
Firmer WinkBed
The Firmer WinkBed is for people who want a more supportive surface or mostly sleep on their back or stomach. It uses a firmer Euro pillow top, a denser lumbar foam layer, and a coil system with stronger coils through the middle of the bed. If you like less give under your hips and lower back this is the one to look at.
In my home both my wife and I slept comfortably on the WinkBed. I prefer a slightly firmer feel, she tends to like softer beds, and the Luxury Firm managed to keep both of us happy by pairing a supportive coil unit with a plush but not mushy top.
WinkBed Plus for heavier people
WinkBed Plus is engineered specifically for heavier people who want more robust support without giving up pressure relief and comfort.
Key features of WinkBed Plus
- High density comfort foams that are more than fifty percent denser than the foam in many standard innerspring mattresses, which helps prevent sagging over time.
- A two and a half inch layer of pure latex with seven distinct support zones. Latex naturally keeps its firmness better than most foams and has an open cell structure for better heat transfer.
- A patented zoned coil system that is reinforced for heavier weights and built to maintain support for the long term.
- Third party durability testing that simulates twenty years of use by a person around three hundred fifty pounds, where the mattress maintained its loft and firmness.
Who WinkBed Plus suits best
| Category | Ideal person | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Body type | Heavier individuals above 250 pounds | Larger people who need strong support and reduced sink |
| Sleeping position | Combination sleepers and firm feel side sleepers | People who change positions and still want support around hips and shoulders |
| Comfort preference | Plush surface with firm support beneath | Sleepers who like cushioning but do not want the bed to soften too much over time |
| Other needs | Couples and people with back or joint pain | Good for partners with different weights and for those who need extra support through the spine |
WinkBed Plus vs WinkBed Classic
| Feature | WinkBed Plus | WinkBed Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort feel | Plush surface with strong support | Soft, medium, or firm depending on choice |
| Support level | More supportive, tuned for heavier people | Medium to firm depending on model |
| Ideal body type | Above 250 pounds and up | Up to around 250 to 300 pounds |
| Core construction | Reinforced coils plus latex transition | Pocketed coils plus polyfoam transition layers |
| Cooling | Latex and coil airflow | Gel foam and coil airflow |
| Trial and warranty | 120 night trial, lifetime warranty | 120 night trial, lifetime warranty |
WinkBed vs other hybrid mattresses
In the luxury hybrid category, WinkBed usually gets compared to Saatva Classic, Helix Midnight Luxe, and DreamCloud Premier.
WinkBed firmness options
- Softer: about 4 out of 10, best for lighter and strict side sleepers
- Luxury Firm: about 6.5 out of 10, best for most combination and back sleepers
- Firmer: about 7.5 out of 10, best for back and stomach sleepers who want more support
- Plus: around 8 out of 10, tuned for heavier sleepers
Performance summary
| Category | WinkBed | Saatva Classic | Helix Midnight Luxe | DreamCloud Premier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort and feel | Multiple firmness options, Euro pillow top | Three firmness options, Euro top | Medium feel with plush memory foam | Medium firm with Euro style pillow top |
| Support | Zoned coils with lumbar support foam | Coil on coil system with lumbar zone | Zoned coils with upgraded support | Standard pocketed coil support |
| Pressure relief | Excellent on Softer and Plus, good on firmer models | Very good, depends on firmness choice | Excellent for side sleepers | Very good with pillow top and foam |
| Motion isolation | Good | Good | Very strong | Very good |
| Temperature control | Excellent with Tencel cover and gel foam | Very good with cotton cover | Very good cooling cover | Good with cashmere blend cover |
| Edge support | Excellent with reinforced perimeter | Very good | Good | Very good |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Fifteen years | Fifteen years | Lifetime |
Sleeper type fit for WinkBed
- Side sleepers: 5 out of 5 with the Softer WinkBed
- Back sleepers: 5 out of 5 with Luxury Firm
- Stomach sleepers: 5 out of 5 with Firmer and Plus
- Combination sleepers: 5 out of 5 with Luxury Firm
WinkBed edge support
WinkBeds is known for strong edge support. The perimeter uses a dedicated edge system with narrower, firmer coils along the sides plus foam encasement.
In everyday use you can sleep close to the edge without feeling like you will slide off and you can sit on the side of the bed when you get dressed without that deep collapse you often get with softer foam beds.
The Softer version still has good edge support, though you will feel a bit more give compared to the Luxury Firm, Firmer, and Plus models.
WinkBed warranty and policies
WinkBeds backs its mattresses with a lifetime limited warranty and a comfort replacement program.
What the warranty covers
- Defects in materials and workmanship
- Visible sagging greater than about one and a half inches not caused by an improper foundation
What the warranty does not cover
- Normal softening and impressions that come with use
- Comfort preference changes after the trial unless you use the comfort exchange
- Damage from misuse, abuse, or an unsupportive base
- Stains and discoloration
If your mattress has a covered defect WinkBeds replaces it with a new mattress of the same model and size at no cost during the warranty period. You need to be the original owner and keep your proof of purchase.
WinkBeds also offers a comfort option where you can replace your mattress for a different firmness at a reduced price after the trial if you decide you want a different feel.
WinkBed financing
WinkBeds partners with Katapult to offer lease to own style financing. Approval is usually quick and payment plans can spread out the cost if you do not want to pay everything at once.
If you are trying to upgrade your sleep setup but want to keep cash flow steady, this can be a way to get into a WinkBed while staying within your budget. Read the terms carefully and make sure the plan fits your numbers before you commit.
WinkBed vs DreamCloud vs Saatva
When shoppers ask about WinkBeds, Saatva, and DreamCloud, the conversation usually comes down to budget, firmness options, and how much they care about long term durability.
WinkBeds delivers a very high quality hybrid with more firmness choices than most brands. It costs more than DreamCloud but lands close to Saatva and brings a lifetime warranty plus a dedicated Plus version for heavier people. With four firmness levels it is easy to match a WinkBed to nearly any sleeping position.
Saatva Classic has three firmness choices with a luxury feel and coil on coil support. The plush soft option works well for lighter side sleepers, the luxury firm option suits most back and stomach sleepers, and the firm option suits people who want a more rigid surface or have a higher body weight.
DreamCloud Premier usually wins on price and still gives you a cashmere blend cover, gel memory foam, and coils, but it only comes in one medium firm feel. That works for many back sleepers and stomach sleepers but gives you less flexibility if you need something softer or firmer.
If your main priority is price with a nice hybrid feel, DreamCloud makes sense. If you want more choice in firmness and a mattress that is built to last, WinkBeds and Saatva offer more. Between those two I tend to prefer the comfort and cooling of WinkBed and think it has an edge in motion isolation and temperature control.
Owner experiences with WinkBed
Recent forum threads show a mix of experiences with WinkBeds, which is normal for any mattress brand.
- Some owners of WinkBed Plus report strong support but mention that if the feel is not quite right they end up using the trial to switch because their back does not fully adjust.
- A few people with the Softer version say it starts great but can develop a very soft spot where they sleep. In those cases customer service looks at foundation issues and processes returns or exchanges when the mattress is at fault.
- Some couples report that one partner loves the Luxury Firm while the other needs a softer surface for side sleeping pressure relief. A topper sometimes fixes it and sometimes does not and they use the trial to return.
- Other owners wake up with more back pain on the WinkBed and decide it is simply not right for their body. In those situations the trial period and comfort exchange are important and most report smooth refunds once they reach the required minimum trial window.
The takeaway is that WinkBed is a well made mattress that works very well for many people but there is no single mattress that fits everyone. Use the trial, pay attention to how your body feels, and do not hesitate to use the comfort exchange or return policy if you need to.
WinkBed mattress FAQ
Is the WinkBed good for side sleepers
Yes. Side sleepers usually do best on the Softer or Luxury Firm WinkBed. The Softer version gives the most pressure relief through shoulders and hips, while Luxury Firm works well for side sleepers who want a bit more support and do not mind a slightly firmer feel.
Is the WinkBed good for heavier people
For people above about 230 to 250 pounds it makes sense to look at WinkBed Plus. It uses stronger coils and a latex transition layer to resist sagging and maintain support over time. Lighter and average weight sleepers are usually fine on the Classic models.
Does the WinkBed sleep hot
WinkBed handles temperature better than many hybrids. The Tencel cover breathes well, the gel infused foam helps move heat away from the body, and the coil support core allows plenty of airflow. If you run very warm, the Softer and Luxury Firm WinkBeds are still good candidates because they do not wrap around the body as much as slow response foam beds.
How long is the WinkBed trial
WinkBeds offers a 120 night in home trial. During that time you can return the mattress for a refund or use their comfort exchange to switch firmness. They require a short break in period before processing returns so your body has time to adjust.
What foundations work with WinkBed
WinkBed needs a supportive base that does not flex. A platform bed with closely spaced slats, a solid foundation, or an adjustable base all work. Old box springs that flex can cause support issues and may affect warranty coverage, so it is worth upgrading the base if it is not sturdy.
Can I try the WinkBed in person
You can try the WinkBed in person at the Yawnder showroom in the San Diego area.
Yawnder San Diego
1441 Encinitas Blvd Suite 116
Encinitas, CA 92024
How does WinkBed compare to Saatva
Both are high quality coil based hybrids, but WinkBed offers more firmness choices and a dedicated Plus model for heavier sleepers. WinkBed feels a bit more cushioned on top with stronger edge support and better cooling, while Saatva gives a more classic innerspring feel and a longer trial period.
How does WinkBed compare to DreamCloud Premier
DreamCloud Premier usually costs less and has a comfortable medium firm feel that works for many sleepers, but it only comes in that single firmness. WinkBed costs more but gives you multiple firmness options, stronger edge support, and a Plus model for higher body weights. If price is the main concern DreamCloud makes sense. If you want a more tailored feel and better long term support WinkBed is the stronger choice.
Does the WinkBed have noticeable off gassing
Because WinkBed is a hybrid and not an all foam mattress, and because it is not kept compressed for long periods, off gassing is mild compared to many bed in a box models. You may notice a light new mattress smell for a day or two, but it usually clears quickly with some airflow.
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