Not many mattresses are supportive right down to the edges − but this one is

Recently, I realized that I'm one of H&G's most prolific mattress testers. Over the past two years, I've sampled seven mattresses, ranging from plush memory foam models to springy latex numbers. The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress is number eight. Out of all the mattresses I've tested, it's got the best edge support, though the motion isolation leaves something to be desired.

I started sleeping on the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress in the summer. I'm a year-round hot sleeper, but my night sweats get worse as Ohio heats up, so I need a mattress that can keep me cool. As a stomach sleeper, I need a surface that's sufficiently supportive to bear my weight and stop my hips from sinking beneath my chest.

As part of the H&G mattress testing team, I'm leading the charge to find the world's best mattress. For the sake of a fair fight, I assess each mattress against the same criteria: pressure relief; thermoregulation; motion isolation; and edge support. I'm pleased to report that the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress excels in (almost) all areas. What it lacks in motion isolation, it more than makes up for in edge support − and I'd forgive a fair few faults for such an affordable price.

Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress review

The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress is available in all the standard sizes, from Twin to California King, as well as non-standard sizes such as Short Full, Olympic Queen, Split King, and special sizes for RVs. Whether you're shopping for a mattress for your kid's room, your master bedroom, or your motorhome, you'll find plenty of options at Brooklyn Bedding.

Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress Specifications

Who would suit the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress?

• All sleep styles: the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress comes in Soft, Medium, and Firm to suit all sleep positions. I suggest the Soft option for side sleepers, who need a bit of give to cushion their joints, the Medium for back sleepers, and the Firm for stomach sleepers. I sleep on my stomach, while my husband sleeps on his back, and the Medium firmness suited us just fine.
• Anyone who struggles with mobility: the stand-out feature of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress is the edge support. The mattress is ringfenced with higher-gauge coils for enhanced strength and stability around the sides. This should make it easier to get into and out of bed and hopefully prevent mattress sagging in the future.
• Hot sleepers: if you're willing to pay a little extra, you can upgrade to the Cloud Pillow Top, which is threaded with cooling fibers to dissipate heat and wick moisture. Don't worry if you can't afford it: a hybrid mattress is pretty breathable as a baseline. Each time the coils compress and decompress beneath your weight, they're circulating air throughout the mattress.

What's it like to sleep on the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress?

• Comfort and support: some pillow tops are subtle and add just a bit of padding. This one plays a major role in the features and function of the mattress. As a stomach sleeper, I hate the feeling of sinking into, almost through, a pillow top: it makes me feel like I can't breathe. Luckily, I always felt like I was lying on top of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress. Running my hand over the surface, I can feel the peaks and valleys of the tufted foam, ergonomically arranged to contour around the curves of my body. I tried the Medium mattress, which felt super supportive on my back and side, and a little soft on my stomach. If you're looking for something firmer, I suggest the Bear Elite Hybrid Mattress. For an even softer surface, try the Layla Hybrid Mattress.
• Thermoregulation: like any hybrid mattress, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid combines the contouring comfort of memory foam with the airflow and support of an innerspring. I tested this mattress through a hot and humid Cincinnati summer and I wouldn't say I ever overheated. Still, I wouldn't put it up there with the best cooling mattresses. For a similar look and feel to the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid with enhanced thermoregulation, I suggest the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress.

• Motion isolation: admittedly, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress makes for a little bit of motion transfer. I could feel it when my kids crawled into bed in the middle of the night and my husband moved around in his sleep. This is par for the course with a hybrid mattress: you're never going to get total motion isolation when there are springs involved. You'd be better off with an all-foam mattress: I can vouch for the Saatva Contour5. Speaking for myself, I like the springy support of the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress: I felt like I was being pushed to the top of the mattress, enhancing my support. The bounce factor also makes it easier to roll around the mattress or get into and out of bed. I recommend the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress for anyone who struggles with mobility.
• Edge support: many a good mattress has fallen down in the edge support test. Not the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress: I could comfortably sit on the side of the bed to tie my shoes or get dressed in the mornings without having to brace my feet against the floor. That's thanks to a ring of higher-gauge springs around the edge of the mattress, which feel firmer and more supportive. I could actually feel the difference between the springs when I sat at the side versus in the center.
• Delivery: like any box mattress, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress arrived vacuum packed in a cardboard box. I opened the box, cut the plastic, and left the mattress for a day or two. It only took an hour to inflate, but I wanted to leave plenty of time for the mattress off-gassing scent to disappear. It was only when I tried to lift the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress onto the bed frame that I realized how heavy it is: it felt like more than 90lbs. I recommend unwrapping the mattress in the same room you plan to use it and asking a friend or family member to help you carry the box upstairs.

How does the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress rate online?

The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress boasts a 4.7 average star rating. Happy customers praise the careful balance of comfort and support at such a reasonable price. A few customers mention that this is their second, or even third, purchase of a Brooklyn Bedding mattress, having been so impressed by the performance of their first.

There are a smattering of more negative reviews, most of which concern the firmness of the mattress. The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress is available in Soft, Medium, or Firm, but these terms are highly subjective, and the best mattress firmness varies by sleep position. Additional complaints concern the center of the mattress (which can buckle over time) and the RV sizes (which are too heavy to lift up for storage).

Should I buy the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress?

The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress is incredibly affordable. We're talking $999 for a Queen, and no more than $1,200 for a California King. For that price, I can forgive some motion transfer.

I would happily buy the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid Mattress with my own money. If you prefer to lie on top of your mattress, rather than sink into it, it's an ideal choice. If you need a bit of bounce to easily move around in bed, you can do that, too, without sacrificing joint support. If you're a stomach sleeper, like I am, then you'll be able to maintain a comfortable sleep position without arching your back in the middle of the night.

How we test mattresses

Our Sleep Editor Emilia Hitchling, leads a team of mattress testers across the country. Together, they represent a wide range of ages, body types, and sleep styles. It's her job to match the mattress to the tester: cooling mattresses for hot sleepers, firm mattresses for stomach sleepers, and so on. We test each mattress for a minimum of 30 days before we publish our initial review. This accounts for the time it takes to get used to a new mattress and gives a good indication of future performance.

We score each mattress against the same criteria: pressure relief; thermoregulation; motion isolation; and edge support. To assess pressure relief, we lie on the mattress and flip between our front, back, and side, considering how comfortable we feel in each position. To assess thermoregulation, we switch off our AC and sleep through heatwaves and cold snaps, taking note of any nights that we wake up in a sweat.

To assess motion isolation, we fill a glass with water and set it in the middle of the mattress. Then, we take a weight and place it on the mattress, moving incrementally closer to the glass. The more the glass moves, and the more water spills, the worse the motion isolation of the mattress, and the less suitable it is for light sleepers and couples. To assess edge support, we sit on the side of the mattress and record how far we fall. The further we fall, the worse the edge support, and the harder it is to get into and out of the bed.

We like to compare our findings against verified reviews to pick out common customer concerns. We also consider all the practical parts of buying a mattress, from delivery and costs to warranties and sleep trials. To learn more about how we test mattresses at Homes & Gardens, consult our expert guide.