Getting the recommended seven to nine hours of restful sleep is important for cognitive health, including mental clarity, managing stress, and forming memories. Sleep quality is also directly linked to maintaining optimal athletic performance and reducing the likelihood of chronic health conditions. One way to help ensure you’re getting enough sleep is by making sure you have the best mattress for your body type, sleep position, and personal preferences.
Brooklyn Bedding is a popular online mattress-in-a-box retailer that produces several hybrid A type of mattress made with both foam layers and spring layers. and foam beds. We have personally tested the Signature Hybrid and Aurora Luxe models, two of the brand’s most popular mattresses. In this comprehensive guide, we discuss our experience resting on each model and which sleepers it could work best for. Read on to learn how Brooklyn Bedding mattresses performed.
Our verdict
Hybrid mattresses can be appealing for several reasons, particularly because they often offer a balance of support and pressure relief. The Signature Hybrid delivers on these important features at a lower cost than many competitors, which is why we chose it as our pick for best affordable mattress overall. Brooklyn Bedding is able to sell mattresses for a lower cost because the brand owns its own production facility in Arizona.
While the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid is available in three firmness levels, our review focuses on the medium model. While testing this mattress, we have found it provides neutral spinal alignment with subtle contouring for pressure relief. Our testers say it’s ideal for back sleepers of all body types. We also find it good for side sleepers of all body types, especially higher-weight sleepers (weighing more than 250 pounds) and some stomach sleepers. Plus, it’s highly responsive to movement and keeps our testers from feeling “stuck inside” the mattress.
It’s constructed from five layers of materials—from a breathable, quilted cover to a base layer of high-density foam. Between these layers is an initial 1.5 inches of responsive foam, a thinner layer of transition foam, and eight-inch-tall individually-encased coils. These coils provide most of the mattress’s support and the bounce that helps people change positions or aid in mobility.
HelpGuide Handbook’s testing methodology and score breakdown
The Handbook Team has researched nearly 200 mattresses online and in person. Based on our research, we hand-selected about 130 of the best models to test (and counting). We’ve also surveyed 1,200 shoppers and interviewed recent mattress customers to understand the buying process. More importantly, we wanted to know how their new bed has impacted their sleep quality, physical health, and mental wellness.
According to our survey
According to our survey, about 80 percent of all respondents said their new mattress helps them sleep better, and 65 percent reported improved mental health.
First-hand testing experience
The Handbook Team hand-tests every mattress we review. We evaluate brands and models by recording our findings on a 42-question standardized testing form to identify standout features and services, document issues with each product, and describe our personal experience lying on each mattress.
Mattress surveys and interviews
We pay close attention to specific considerations that sleepers of all ages seek, as identified by respondents in our surveys of 1,200 mattress owners. These include price, features, and the setup process. We also interview real people to better understand the motivations behind shopping for a new mattress and the benefits of purchasing one.
Objective and honest ratings
We use information from our surveys, focus groups, and expert interviews to determine the most important features in our brand and mattress testing scorecards.
We also weigh the following factors to determine an overall rating for each brand we recommend.
| Factor | Weight | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Service | 15 percent | Customer care center hours, support options |
| Brand Reputation | 10 percent | Years in business, lawsuits, class actions against this company |
| Features | 20 percent | Size options, firmness options, weight capacity, included add-ons (free sleep accessories) |
| User Experience | 35 percent | White glove delivery, CERTIPUR-US certifications, risk-free trials |
| Affordability | 20 percent | Price, warranty, promotions |
Learn more about our mattress testing and review methodology.
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress firmness and feel
The Handbook Team uses a scale from one to 10 to evaluate firmness level, with 6.5 representing a true medium-firm. We rate the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid as a 6 out of 10 because it offers a little more plush softness. Sleepers should experience responsiveness from its encased coils and gentle cushioning from the top comfort layer.
From our tester
“The Signature Hybrid’s medium model feels like a balanced combination of cushiony foam and rebounding material. Many sleepers who change positions could benefit from its gentle cradling around the shoulders and hips while back or side sleeping.”
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress performance
It’s important to consider performance based on personal preferences so you can decide whether the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid is a good fit for you. The following sections discuss how this mattress performs based on sleep position, body weight, and pain relief.
Sleeping position and body weight
Our testers recommend the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid to lighter-weight (less than 130 pounds) and average-weight (130–250 pounds) back sleepers. These types of sleepers should experience even distribution of their body weight, neutral spinal alignment, and good pressure relief. A sleeper of higher weight (more than 250 pounds) should feel adequately supported, but those wanting more support may want to find a firmer mattress.
Sleepers of other body types and those who sleep in multiple positions, also known as combination sleepers, should also feel comfortable on this mattress. Side sleepers who prefer a medium-firm mattress may enjoy the balance of comfort and support this mattress offers. Our testers mention feeling a touch of pressure buildup around their shoulder and minimal sinkage into the comfort foam layer. Higher-weight side sleepers should find more pressure relief from the Signature Hybrid and sink deeper into the quilted cover and responsive foam.
Because the Signature Hybrid is a medium mattress, it may not be ideal for the majority of stomach sleepers. However, some lighter-weight and average-weight stomach sleepers may achieve neutral spine alignment in this position.
Compare the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress for different sleeper types
| Lower weight ( less than 130 pounds) | Average weight (130–250 pounds) | Higher weight ( more than 250 pounds) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back sleepers | Ideal | Ideal | Good |
| Side sleepers | Good | Good | Ideal |
| Stomach sleepers | Good | Good | Poor |
From our tester
The mattress’s surface was very responsive to movements moving from different sleep positions. My shoulders, spine, and hips were in neutral alignment and felt comfortable in every position.”
Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid pain relief performance
Sleepers who wake up with shoulder, hip, or back pain should consider certain characteristics before buying a mattress. Sleeping for seven to nine hours per night on the wrong mattress or with incorrect sleep posture can exacerbate aches or pains. Our testers consider a mattress’s pressure relief, bounce/responsiveness, and overall support to determine whether someone with chronic pain would benefit from a particular model.
Our pain relief assessment is based on our pressure map reading when lying in several sleeping positions. Blue and green areas on the map reflect even weight distribution, and other colors, like red, orange, and yellow, represent some pressure buildup. Our testers saw no pressure buildup when lying on their back but a bit of yellow around the shoulder when on their side. If you’re a side sleeper with existing shoulder pain, this is something to keep in mind. These people would benefit from a softer mattress that provides more pressure relief.
Our overall thoughts about Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid
Brooklyn Bedding’s Signature Hybrid model is an excellent fit for sleepers looking for a true balance of pressure relief and decent support sold at a great value.
Our favorite things about Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid
The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid has made several of our mattress roundups for good reason. This bed may be a great fit for sleepers who want a responsive mattress that aids in movement. You should be able to achieve a comfortable, neutral spinal alignment whether you lie on your side or back.
Another aspect our testers love about the Signature Hybrid is its affordable price. At its competitive price, customers receive a comfortable, quality mattress. For an additional cost, you can invest in a cooling pillow top for enhanced temperature regulation and pressure relief. Even without this addition, sleepers should experience gentle plushness from its quality foams.
Our Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress complaints
Although the Signature Hybrid stands out in some areas, there are a few shortcomings to note. First, the mattress lacks advanced cooling features that appeal to hot sleepers. Our testers would describe its cooling and temperature-regulating capabilities as average, especially for a hybrid bed.
The Signature Hybrid’s edge support is also average. As our testers lie closer to the edge, they feel less supported. This should be a consideration for couples and those with mobility issues.
Other Brooklyn Bedding mattresses to consider
Shoppers looking for an alternative hybrid mattress to Brooklyn Bedding’s Signature Hybrid may want to look at the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe. Like the Signature Hybrid, it’s available in three firmness levels that offer various combinations of plushness and support for sleepers of diverse body types.
The Aurora Luxe has the upper hand in cooling performance, edge support, and pressure relief from its thicker layers of foam. It also features a more complex construction with zoned premium steel coils, copper-infused foam, and a GlacioTex cooling cover.
Frequently asked questions
Brooklyn Bedding’s Signature Hybrid mattress combines eight-inch individually encased coils with foam layers. It has five layers total, including a quilted cover, a responsive layer of comfort foam, a thin layer of transition foam, and a base layer of high-density foam.
Brooklyn Bedding mattresses require a supportive foundation with minimal to no movement. While a box spring can offer this support, it is not specifically required. A sturdy, slatted bed frame or platform foundation are also suitable for Brooklyn Bedding mattresses.
All Brooklyn Bedding mattresses are fiberglass-free and safe to sleep on. Furthermore, Brooklyn Bedding’s foam is CertiPUR-US certified, which means it has passed rigorous third-party testing to ensure it contains no unsafe chemicals and low amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emissions.
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