Our Verdict
Our Verdict
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Score Breakdown
Performance
9 /10
Policies
7.5 /10
Durability
10 /10
Features
7 /10
Pros and Cons
Pros
Support coils make it durable enough to support all body types
Soft pillow top feel is generally accommodating for most sleepers
Firmer profile suits the support needs of back and stomach sleepers
Offered at a nice value for an ultra-supportive mattress
Cons
Not for those who want more of a simple, all-foam bed
Not for sleepers who want a dense memory foam mattress
Not for those who are looking for a softer mattress
Leesa is one of those brands that’s been around for a while. It kicked things off right at the start of the online mattress craze. Initially, Leesa had only a couple of beds, including its flagship all-foam mattress, which we’ve always enjoyed -- but things have changed.
Leesa now makes more than 10 beds. From standard all-foam beds to several active-cooling options, the brand offers options to suit just about any sleeping preference. However, one bed in the Leesa lineup stands out when it comes to providing “extra support.” The Leesa Plus Hybrid is the brand’s ultra-durable hybrid option. It’s designed with thicker gauge coils and high-density comfort foams to handle a substantial amount of weight. In this review, I’ll cover everything you need to know about the Leesa Plus Hybrid, including who it’ll work best for.
First impressions of the Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress
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This mattress arrived at our space with free bed-in-a-box shipping. The setup process was easy. All we did was drag the box into our space and tear away the cardboard and plastic. Then, the Leesa Plus Hybrid began to take shape before our eyes. It did look slightly misshapen right out of the box, but the responsive elements in the bed allowed it to expand much faster than other bed-in-a-box mattresses. Still, we gave the bed a full night to sit out and properly inflate.
In the morning, the bed seemed ready for our rigorous tests. Upon testing responsiveness, it felt like a generally comfy hybrid mattress, but it was also noticeably more responsive than others. When I lie on the bed, I immediately perceived the level of support the bed provided. It almost seems to push against the small of my back, which I don’t typically find on other mattresses.
Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress firmness and feel
What does the Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress feel like?
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This bed exhibits a responsive pillow-top feel. Since it is designed to be extra-durable, with 8-inch steel springs and high-density comfort foams, it provides a lot of pushback and resistance. When you push into the bed and let go, it springs back into shape almost instantly, and when you hop on the bed, it definitely feels a lot more supportive than the average mattress.
Even though it’s ultra-supportive, we’d still describe the bed’s feel as neutral overall. Getting a neutral-feeling mattress is generally a safe way to go for most sleepers, especially for those who are unsure of what feels comfortable. Latex or memory foam options have distinct feels that could alienate some sleepers comfort-wise, so it’s usually a good idea to go the neutral route.
How firm is the Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress?
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Since it’s on the more supportive side, we’d clock this bed’s firmness at a proper medium-firm. This firmer profile makes it best for supporting primary back or stomach sleepers and even some side sleepers who are a bit heavier. If you’re more of an average-sized side sleeper, you may find the bed’s sleeping surface a bit too firm, but it could work nicely for combination sleepers who prefer slightly firmer mattresses.
Remember that this bed is intended to support the needs of larger people. If you’re more of an average build or even on the petite side, you may be better off with a standard hybrid bed. This particular bed is designed to handle up to 500 pounds, which could be overkill for most people.
Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress construction
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Now that you know what the bed feels like and how firm it is, let’s go through its more supportive construction elements to give you a better idea of what it’s made of.
On the bottom, it starts with a thin layer of base foam and then you have the bed’s main support system of individually wrapped coils. They’re around 8 inches tall and made of reinforced steel.
Then, you have a responsive transition foam above the coils, so you don’t feel them as much.
Next is a layer of comfort foam to act as another support layer and add some pressure relief to the bed.
Then, the bed has a quilted foam layer to give the bed some more pressure relief toward the sleeping surface.
On top, there is a breathable cover that includes viscose fibers to help wick away moisture and draw away your body heat.
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Leesa Plus mattress performance
Motion isolation
Considering this is a much more responsive style of pillow-top bed, it does a surprisingly decent job at isolating cross-mattress movement. It’s not going to deaden as much motion as a dense memory foam option, like the ones from Tempur-Pedic, but it’s also not half bad. We don’t think this mattress will overly reverberate motion from one side of the bed to the other. If you or your partner is a particularly light sleeper, you shouldn’t have many issues with jostling anyone awake on the Leesa Plus Hybrid.
Edge-to-edge support
This mattress features some pretty solid edge support. Based on our testing, we found this bed to have really strong edges that don’t overly sag under pressure. If you tend to sleep close to the edges of a mattress, this mattress should be able to support you along its outer rims -- and no one should be falling off anytime soon.
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Temperature
At this point, every online mattress brand claims to have the “coolest sleeping bed,” but a lot of that is just marketing noise. Even though the Leesa Plus Hybrid has a breathable cover, we’d still classify it as a temperature-neutral sleeping bed. If you are looking for a mattress to help keep you and your partner sleeping cool, you can always check out our best cooling mattress for hot sleepers list.
Durability
When it comes to durability, this mattress certainly has you covered. It’s designed to handle a substantial amount of weight. It should provide plenty of long-term durability for heavier people and even more for average builds. If you want to check out some other ultra-durable options, feel free to check out our Best Beds for Heavy People list.
Who is the Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress best for?
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This mattress is definitely comfortable and accommodating in the support department, but it might not be the right fit for absolutely everyone. Here’s who we think the bed is best for.
Sleeping position
Since it’s a firmer style of mattress, we mainly see it working for primary back and stomach sleepers who require a bit more support from their bed. It could also work well for side sleepers on the heavier end of the spectrum and some combination sleepers who prefer firmer options. If you’re a heavier person, over 300 pounds, you’ll likely sink into the bed more and perceive it to be closer to a medium firmness. In that case, the Leesa Plus Hybrid should work fine for any sleeping preference.
Body type
As mentioned, this bed's construction best supports all body types, but especially heavier people. If you’re an average-sized person or even someone who’s on the smaller side, you should also find it supportive, but you could save more by going with an all-foam bed.
Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress pricing
Size Measurements (inches) Price
Twin 38x75 inches $919
Twin XL 38x80 inches $1,029
Full 54x75 inches $1,199
Queen 60x80 inches $1,649
King 76x80 inches $1,949
Cal King 72x84 inches $1,949
For a heavy-duty hybrid bed, this option is surprisingly affordable. This pricing reflects the current retail pricing for the Leesa Plus Hybrid, but the brand usually offers pretty generous discounts with this particular option. After you apply one to the queen size, you can expect to pay closer to $1,300 -- not bad for a more supportive hybrid bed.
Trial, shipping and warranty
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Leesa backs its Plus Hybrid mattress with some nice policies. Its beds ships to you for free, and once in your possession, you get a 100-night, risk-free trial period. If you happen to not like the mattress within that time frame, you can return it for free. If you decide to keep it, you’re backed by a lifetime warranty.
How does the Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress compare to other mattresses?
Leesa Plus Hybrid vs. Titan Plus
These are two ultra-durable hybrid beds designed for heavier people. Both have neutral hybrid feels and are on the firmer end of the spectrum. However, one is quite a bit firmer than the other. We’d place the Titan Plus at a proper firm on our scale, whereas the Leesa Plus Hybrid is closer to a medium-firm. Price-wise, the Titan Plus is the slightly more affordable option.
Leesa Plus Hybrid vs. Helix Plus Luxe
Like the Leesa Plus Hybrid, the Helix Plus Luxe is a similar pillow-top mattress with a sturdier support system. Both are around a medium-firm, ship to you for free in a box and are backed by a generous return policy. For Helix, besides the Luxe, you also have the Core and Elite versions of the Plus mattress to choose from. If your decision comes down to budget, a queen-size Leesa Plus Hybrid is considerably more affordable.
The final verdict
There’s a lot to unpack regarding Leesa’s ultra-supportive option. It’s a noteworthy bed from a reputable brand with a lot to offer bigger body types. If you’re looking for a responsive pillow-top bed around a medium-firm that’s reasonably priced, it could be well worth it for you -- plus, you’re backed by some nice policies.
You might like the Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress if:
You want a supportive hybrid mattress
You want a bed that’s around a medium-firm
You want a bed with a responsive pillow-top feel
You’re looking for a good value
You might not like the Leesa Plus Hybrid mattress if:
You're looking for an all-foam mattress
You prefer the feel of a dense memory foam mattress
You want a softer mattress for strict side sleepers
You’re on a tight budget
Leesa claims that its Plus Hybrid mattress can support up to 1,000 pounds -- pretty impressive. Compared to the average hybrid bed, this one is much more enhanced in the support department. This is especially nice for heavier couples looking for a bed with durability.
I would say that Leesa is a good brand. As a company, it’s a certified B-corporation, remaining environmentally conscious and making charitable efforts. Since 2015, Leesa has donated over 41,000 beds to people in need.
The average lifespan of a bed is seven to 10 years. Since this bed is designed to provide an enhanced support system for heavier people, I’d expect it all to last much longer, especially for average-sized individuals. For heavy folks, the Leesa Plus Hybrid should provide plenty of long-term durability for many years.