Tuft and Needle Mattress Review (2025)
Updated: December 1, 2025 | Published: January 13, 2024
Alexandra Forest
Sleep Content Specialist
Our Rankings
Edge support and motion isolation are factored into our overall mattress ratings. These scores are shown in green (scores of 5.0+), yellow (3.0–4.9), or red (2.9 and below). Firmness, bounce, and cooling features are a matter of personal preference and aren’t part of our rating system, so these scores are shown in grey.
5.6 /10
7.3 /10
4.3 /10
4.1 /10
3.0 /10
Product Details
Tuft & Needle Original is a 9.5″ all-foam mattress. In third-party engineer testing (commissioned by us), the mattress earned a firmness score that’s consistent with a medium-firm feel. Tuft & Needle Original has very good edge support but below-average motion isolation, along with below-average bounce.
The mattress contains just 2 foam layers. The top layer contains graphite and gel foam to provide cooling benefits, and it has an open-cell structure that promotes breathability. The breathable plush cover, made of micro-polyamide and polyester, isn’t machine washable and must be spot-cleaned only.
Ideal For: Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers
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Tuft & Needle Mattress Sizes & Prices
Prices are taken from mattress brand websites or third-party retailers and don’t account for current sales or promotions. We check these prices for accuracy on a monthly basis. Learn more >
Choose Douglas for a wider range of sizes at a similar price point.
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Delivery, Sleep Trial & Returns
In Canada, Tuft & Needle Original is no longer available for purchase. It’s previously been carried by Costco and Sleep Country Canada. For American shoppers, or Canadians wishing to organize international delivery of a Tuft & Needle mattress, it’ll come tightly rolled up and packaged in a box.
READ MORE: How to unbox a mattress
Tuft & Needle mattresses come with a 100-night sleep trial for sleepers in qualifying areas. The mattresses also come with the manufacturer’s limited 10-year warranty, which covers manufacturing defects only. It doesn’t cover normal wear and tear or incidental damage.
For Canadian shoppers looking for a foam mattress available for them, the Douglas mattress comes with a 365-night sleep trial and a 20-year warranty, with free delivery to most Canadian addresses. You also have the option of free return pickup with a full refund.
Choose Douglas and get a 365-night sleep trial and a 20-year warranty.
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Tuft & Needle Mattress Construction
Tuft & Needle Original stands 9.5″ tall and has 2 layers of foam. All foam used in Tuft & Needle Original is CertiPUR-US® certified. Foam densities are not disclosed.
- Layer 1: The top (comfort) layer is 3″ of T&N Adaptive foam. This open-cell foam is infused with graphite and cooling gel to dissipate heat. It also relieves pressure as it contours to your body’s shape.
- Layer 2: The bottom (support) layer is 6.5″ of support foam. This dense foam layer gives the mattress its foundation and bulk, and prevents you from sinking down too deeply while lying down.
The mattress cover, designed to be plush and breathable, is made of micro-polyamide and polyester. It isn’t removable or machine washable.
Get the mattress with a machine-washable cover.
Read Douglas Original Review
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5.6 /10
Firmness
In third-party engineer testing (commissioned by us), Tuft & Needle Original had a 3.1″ deflection when laid on, resulting in a 5.6/10 firmness score. This places it in the medium-firm category. Medium-firm mattresses are ideal for all sleep styles.
(Need a firmer feel? Douglas Original is also a medium-firm mattress but earned a higher firmness score of 6.7/10.)
7.3 /10
Edge Support
A mattress with good edge support allows you to sit on the edge of the bed or lie farther away from the middle without sliding off. Tuft & Needle Original had a 5″ deflection from a seated position, earning it a score of 7.3/10 for edge support. This is a very good score for a foam mattress.
(Looking for even greater edge support? Check out Douglas Original with its higher score of 7.8/10.)
4.3 /10
Motion Isolation
When a mattress has high motion isolation, it can keep you from noticing nighttime movements from the other side of the bed and ensure a more restful sleep. Tuft & Needle Original earned a motion isolation score of 4.3/10, which is below average for a foam mattress.
(Want a mattress with more motion isolation? Douglas Original earned a much higher score of 8.3/10.)
4.1 /10
Bounce
Bounce is a matter of personal preference. Higher bounce allows you to easily change sleep positions, while lower bounce gives you a more consistent surface. Tuft & Needle Original earned a bounce score of 4.1/10. This is a below-average score for a foam mattress.
(Want a mattress with less bounce? You might prefer Douglas Original with its lower bounce score of 3.1/10.)
3.0 /10
Cooling Features
The Tuft & Needle Original mattress is an all-foam mattress advertised as having some cooling features. This mattress earns points for its:
- Breathable cover that promotes airflow
- Gel-infused foam that draws heat away from the body
- Graphite infusion in its “Adaptive” foam, which promotes airflow and draws heat away from the body
- Open-cell foam, which allows for better airflow and prevents heat retention in the mattress
If you’re looking for a mattress with a higher cooling features score, consider Douglas Original. It comes with a moisture-wicking CoolSense® cover, a layer of ecoLight® cooling gel foam that allows for enhanced cooling, and layer of breathable, open-cell Elastex® foam to promote air circulation.
Read Douglas Original Review
Company Background
Tuft & Needle was founded in 2012 by Daehee Park and JT Marino, who began their careers as software engineers. After achieving early success with selling mattresses through Amazon, Tuft & Needle expanded into an online bed-in-a-box brand. In 2018, the company agreed to a merger with Serta Simmons Bedding.
Tuft & Needle is rated “A+” with the Better Business Bureau and has a customer review rating of 5/5 stars. However, the company is rated “Poor” on Trustpilot with a star rating of 2.4/5. Serta Simmons Bedding is also rated “Poor” on Trustpilot with 1.9/5 stars. Serta Simmons’s BBB profile is rated “F” (unaccredited) with a customer review rating of 2/5 stars.
Buy from a mattress company that’s rated “Excellent” on Trustpilot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tuft and Needle a good mattress?
Tuft & Needle Original has good edge support, some cooling features, and an accessible price of $649 for a queen size. However, it has below-average motion isolation and doesn’t have a machine-washable cover. It’s also not currently available for Canadian shoppers to purchase.
In comparison, Douglas Original is a Canadian-made mattress that comes with a layer of cooling gel foam, has a machine-washable cover, and earned higher scores for edge support and motion isolation. Priced at just $799 for a queen size, Douglas Original comes with a 365-night sleep trial, a 20-year warranty, and a free bedding bundle that includes a cotton sheet set, down alternative duvet, pillow(s), pillow protector(s), and a mattress protector.
How much does a Tuft and Needle mattress cost?
Tuft and Needle Original costs $439–$799, depending on the size you choose. This mattress is available in sizes ranging from twin to king. A queen-size Tuft and Needle mattress costs $649.
Where can I buy Tuft and Needle in Canada?
Tuft and Needle Original doesn’t currently seem to be available for purchase in Canada. The mattress used to be carried by Sleep Country and Costco, but is no longer for sale through either retailer.
How thick are Tuft and Needle mattresses?
Tuft and Needle Original stands 9.5″ tall.
Do Tuft and Needle mattresses have fiberglass?
No, Tuft & Needle mattresses don’t contain fiberglass. To meet fire safety standards, Tuft & Needle mattresses instead use a fire barrier made of polyester and cotton. This barrier is treated with food-grade salt.
Is the Tuft and Needle mattress cover machine-washable?
No, the mattress covers on Tuft and Needle mattresses are not machine washable. The covers have zippers but aren’t meant to be removed. You’ll need to spot-clean any spills or stains.
Where are Tuft and Needle mattresses made?
Tuft and Needle Mattresses sold in Canada are also made in Canada. Tuft and Needle assembles all of its mattresses by hand.
What Tuft and Needle mattress alternatives should I consider?
We recommend Douglas Original. At just $799 for a queen size, Douglas Original has similar cooling features, higher scores for edge support and motion isolation, and a machine-washable cover. Douglas also provides a 365-night sleep trial, a 20-year warranty, and a free bedding bundle with your purchase.
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