Tuft and Needle Mattress Review
One of the cheapest mattresses in a box, built on a straightforward two-layer design that holds up to sinkage testing.
The Tuft and Needle Mattress holds up against any significant sinkage.
Our reviewerAn Acceptable, Budget-Friendly Middle Ground
Tuft and Needle is one of the cheapest mattress-in-a-box companies out there, and we tested it to see if that price reflects the quality. It lands at a 7 out of 10 on our firmness scale, a medium level that seems designed to appeal to the widest audience rather than commit to a specific feel.
That middle-ground approach came through in testing: the feel was hard to pin down, not distinctly firm or soft. Our testers got used to it over time, though it wasn't a strong first impression. Sleepers wanting a specific feel might do better elsewhere, a side sleeper leaning toward the Nest and a back sleeper toward the firmer Leesa.
Sinkage held up well for a mattress at this price. Side sleeping produced about 2 inches of sink, back sleeping about 1.5 inches, and standing or sitting pushed it closer to 5 inches, without any significant give beyond that. The mattress suits sleepers in the 130-200+ pound range best; lighter sleepers may not generate enough pressure to feel the firmness fully.
Temperature and off-gassing were both strong points. As a firmer mattress, it slept cool, since it's the softer memory foams that tend to trap heat, and there was little to no smell on unboxing, letting customers sleep on it soon after opening.
For the price, Tuft and Needle makes an acceptable mattress, even as competitors like E-luxury, Leesa, and Brooklyn have entered the space. There are more comfortable options out there, but they typically come at a higher price point.
Why We Love It
- One of the cheapest mattresses in a box on the market
- Sleeps cool as a firmer mattress
- Little to no off-gassing smell on unboxing
- Holds up well against sinkage, even under standing or sitting weight
- 100-night trial and 10-year warranty
Considerations
- Feel is hard to pin down, neither distinctly firm nor soft
- Lighter sleepers may not generate enough pressure for the firmness to register
- No current promo codes, discounts have been discontinued
A Closer Look
Tuff and Needle Mattress Construction
Two layers, plus a simple cover, combine into a 10-inch mattress with distinct firm and support functions.
Mattress Cover
A simple white material that feels thinner than the covers on many competing mattresses, though it gets the job done.
Top Layer
A poly foam layer designed to provide a soft feel, giving side sleepers a bit more comfort.
Bottom Layer
A support foam foundation that provides the real solidity that helps with back support.
Tuft and Needle Cost
A queen runs $600, among the cheapest options in the mattress-in-a-box category, though no discount codes are currently active.
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| QueenPopular | $600 |
Good to Know
An Acceptable Mattress at a Genuinely Low Price
Tuft and Needle make an acceptable mattress. There are more comfortable mattresses out there, but they come with a higher price point.
