Saatva Mattress Topper Review

The Mattress Nerd’s Take: All three mattress toppers offer a unique luxury experience for hot sleepers, side sleepers and people with back pain. The biggest concern with the Saatva toppers is that they are not very budget-friendly and none of them provide the soft pillow-top feeling of a down topper.

One of the easiest ways to make your mattress more comfortable without having to pay for an entirely new one is with a high-quality mattress topper. Many different sleep companies make mattress toppers, which means it can be difficult to determine which one is right for your sleep needs. However, Saatva is one of the most luxurious and well-known bed-in-a-box companies. The company’s flagship bed, the Saatva Classic, is made with individually wrapped coils, lumbar zone support and a durable steel coil base.

Today, we’re taking a closer look at the three Saatva mattress toppers, which include a memory foam topper infused with graphite, a Talalay latex topper and a high-density foam topper. All three can make your mattress more comfortable in unique ways; we’ll check out the pros and cons of each topper and find out if any of these Saatva mattress toppers are meant for you. For more choices by top brands, see the best mattress toppers.

What Makes the Saatva Mattress Topper Stand Out?

Pros

• Pressure Relief
  The graphite memory Saatva’s foam mattress topper, Talalay latex mattress topper and high-density mattress topper are all excellent ways to increase pressure relief and ease back pain. All of these materials are designed to absorb and redistribute pressure to prevent it from building up in common pressure points like the hips, lower back and shoulders. This is especially important for side sleepers, who tend to experience more pain in these areas due to their sleeping position. For the best pressure relieving mattresses, see the best mattresses for side sleepers.
• Temperature Regulation
  Although high-density foam isn’t the hottest material ever, it doesn’t have active cooling properties like graphite memory foam or Talalay latex. Memory foam is known for sleeping hot, but when it’s infused with graphite, it draws body heat away from your body to help keep you cool. Talalay latex is cool for completely different reasons. The all-natural latex topper is punctured with tiny holes that allow heat to escape the topper, which limits heat retention so your body heat doesn’t tend to reflect back to you. If you are a hot sleeper looking for an affordable addition, see the best cooling mattress toppers.
• Comfortable Cushioning
  Each Saatva topper allows for a different amount of softness and cushioning. If you prefer a very soft mattress with a high degree of contouring, then the graphite-infused memory foam topper will probably be most comfortable for you. If you want your mattress to feel soft, but also bouncy, then the latex topper will best suit your needs. Finally, if you want a medium firm mattress feel that still offers pressure relief and support, then Saatva’s high-density foam topper is the best choice.

Cons

• High Price Point
  Saatva is known for making luxurious sleep products, from mattresses to pillows to sheets, but all this luxury comes at a price. Based on the materials used and their design, we believe the Saatva mattress toppers are worth the extra money, but only if you have room in your budget. If you’re hoping to find a mattress topper for under $200, you might have a hard time with Saatva.
• Limited Motion Isolation
  Saatva’s memory foam mattress topper has great motion isolation, meaning that if you sleep with a partner and they tend to toss and turn, you likely won’t feel their movement over on your side of the bed. But the latex and high-density foam toppers allow for a lot more motion transfer between sides. If you or your partner move a lot in your sleep, then your options among Saatva mattress toppers are fairly limited. If motion isolation is important to you, see the best mattress for couples.
• Considerable Off-Gassing Scent
  Off-gassing is a phenomenon where mattresses, mattress toppers and other items that come bed-in-a-box style tend to release a chemical-like scent when they are unboxed. The memory foam topper and high-density foam topper from Saatva both have a strong off-gassing scent when opened up, and the latex topper has a slight rubbery scent coming out of the box. All of these odors will fade in a few days, but if you are sensitive to scents, it’s an important factor to consider.

What is the Saatva Mattress Topper Made Of?

Graphite-Infused Memory Foam
The memory foam topper is made from three inches of memory foam that has been infused with graphite, an element that helps keep your body cooler. 

Natural Talalay Latex

The latex topper is made from one and a half inches of all-natural latex, which is latex derived from the sap harvested from rubber trees, rather than latex made synthetically in a lab. It is naturally hypoallergenic and provides a unique balance between support and comfort.  Latex is also a naturally cool material- check out our picks for the best latex mattresses.

High-Density Foam

The high-density foam topper is made from one and a half inches of high-density foam, which is different from memory foam. Unlike memory foam, it does not contour to your body with a “hugging” sensation. Instead, it provides medium-firm support and mild cushioning.

What does the Saatva Mattress Topper Feel Like?

Every mattress topper feels different, especially when they’re made of completely different materials. Let’s take a look at how the different Saatva mattress toppers feel.

Memory Foam Topper
This mattress topper feels soft and it easily molds to your body. If you have a memory foam mattress, you are definitely familiar with the unique “hugging” sensation of memory foam. This topper provides contouring, cushioning, and a very plush comfort level, but it doesn’t provide firm support. This is great for lighter back sleepers and most side sleepers. For mattresses that support the entire body, see the best mattress for back sleepers.

Talalay Latex Topper
Unlike the memory foam topper, the latex topper feels both soft and bouncy, and it’s by far the best option for side sleepers. When you lie down on this mattress topper, your body will sink in a little, but it will also feel buoyant and supported by the topper’s soft, plush feel. This topper can work for a wide range of sleepers, including combination sleepers, most back sleepers and lightweight stomach sleepers.

High-Density Foam Topper
This mattress topper feels much different from the other two because it is more firm than it is soft. The high-density foam provides pressure relief and support, but not much cushioning, which is ideal for stomach sleepers who need proper support for the hips to stay elevated. Sleepers who are more heavyset (above 230 pounds) might need a firmer density foam like the kind used in this topper. 

Saatva Mattress Topper Pricing and Specs

See Saatva Mattress Coupons for the best price on all Saatva mattresses. If you are still deciding between a new topper or a new mattress, see the best affordable mattress and best mattress deals of 2021.

Saatva Company Policies

Shipping

Saatva offers free White Glove Delivery, wherein a team does all of the setup work for you. This shipping is available to all 48 contiguous United States, and shipping is also available in Hawaii and Alaska upon request.

Sleep Trial

Each Saatva mattress topper comes with a 45-day at-home trial where you can test out your new topper. If it isn’t right for you, you can send the mattress topper back for a full refund.

Warranty Coverage

Unfortunately, none of the Saatva mattress toppers come with warranty coverage. The 45-day sleep trial should be enough time to see if it works for you, but after that 45-day window has passed, there’s not much protection. For more information, see our Saatva warranty breakdown.

Saatva Mattress Topper FAQs

What is the best mattress topper on the market?

The best mattress topper cushions to your body shape, adds a bit of support and doesn’t cause you to overheat. The Saatva mattress toppers do all three. The amount of cooling you desire varies depending on which foam infusion you choose.

Is Saatva worth the money?

This really depends on your budget and the state of your current mattress. If your mattress is sagging, uncomfortable or more than 10 years old, then you may want to consider just getting a new mattress instead of a mattress topper. 

The topper can’t repair the sagging or the natural effects of age, it just provides a more comfortable sleep surface. However, if your mattress is just a few years old and simply not the right firmness level for your liking, then a high-quality mattress topper like a Saatva could improve your sleep experience.

How do the mattress toppers stay in place on top of the mattress?
Each Saatva mattress topper is designed with anchor bands in each corner to keep your topper in place and prevent sliding.

Can I get a Saatva mattress topper from Amazon?
No, Saatva does not retail through Amazon. The best place to find their products is online at their website.

See Saatva.com for more FAQs.

The Nerd’s Final Take

Each Saatva mattress topper has unique strengths and weaknesses, but overall, they are high-quality products that can help many people get a better night’s sleep. Saatva makes one of the best memory foam mattress toppers in terms of keeping you comfortable and cool at the same time. Their latex topper is great for hot sleepers who sleep on their side or back, and the high-density foam topper is a great solution for stomach sleepers looking for comfortable support. However, each of these toppers comes with a strong smell upon unboxing, and they each have a steep price point, which could be a problem for some shoppers. With such a variety of choices, we think sleepers can find a Saatva topper that fits their needs and is worth the investment.