What’s the Difference – Spring, Foam, and Hybrid

Firm, soft, spring, memory foam – oh my. With so many mattress options available, how do you choose the best fit? And what’s the difference between the various models?

When selecting a new mattress, you’ll no doubt find yourself making several key decisions. Perhaps most importantly, you’ll need to narrow down your search by picking a construction. Currently, three popular options are available – spring, foam, and hybrid.

If you’re feeling a bit confused or overwhelmed, don’t worry – we’re here to help you find the one that’s right for you!

Spring

A traditional spring mattress (more commonly known as an innerspring) provides a “sleep-on-top” sensation, accompanied by a responsive “bounce” as the springs offer support to the weight of your body right where you need it. Innerspring mattresses are the perfect choice for a classic sleep experience, with extra support for heavier sleepers. The coils promote airflow to help keep the mattress cooler for hot sleepers.

Innerspring mattresses are a well-recognized construction in the industry, as it was the only option available for quite some time. These mattresses are often widely preferred, providing timeless, reliable support and comfort.

Foam

Memory foam was a game-changer for great sleep. A complete deviation from a traditional mattress construction, these mattresses contain no springs and are known to provide conforming comfort and pressure relief.

Foam mattresses also reduce motion transfer, so your sleep partner (or furry companion) will be less likely to disturb you during the night.

Our Tempur-Pedic brand offers one-of-a-kind TEMPUR? Material to provide a sleep experience like no other. TEMPUR? Material is uniquely formulated to respond to your body’s weight, shape and temperature, resulting in unparalleled pressure point relief, absorption, and motion separation to help keep you in uninterrupted, deep sleep. This comfort and science also extend to our Stearns and Foster? Estate, Lux Estate, Lux Hybrid, and Reserve Collections which feature TEMPUR-Indulge? Memory Foam Comfort layers – a premium memory foam designed by the sleep experts at Tempur-Pedic?, exclusively for Stearns and Foster?.

Available in a variety of different feels, you’re sure to find one that suits your individual preference.

Hybrid

When you need the pressure relief of memory foam – but still want your mattress to have some responsive “bounce” from the innersprings – say hello to the best of both worlds: the hybrid. Hybrid models provide a “happy medium” for many sleepers, with several top layers of pressure-relieving foam above premium coils for structure and support.

We understand that finding the perfect mattress is no small task. You may find it helpful to visit a local retailer to try out each feel and construction for yourself. Ultimately, you know your body best – so be sure to pick the mattress that makes you say “ahhh” every time you lie down!