A Trusted Friend in a Complicated World
Published on Dec. 05, 2024
The award-winning Saatva classic mattress is a true Goldilocks option for couples that disagree on firmness—but that's only part of why it's our favorite mattress of 2024.
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There is no such thing as a professional sleeper, but we get pretty close here at Reader’s Digest. This year alone, we tested over 30 brands in the sleep space—that’s over 100 hours spent snoozing for the sake of science. We’ve tried almost every big sleep product on the market, from bed cooling systems to summertime blankets, pajamas and beyond.
In our pursuit of the best bedding products of 2024, we tried many different mattresses, including those with cooling and non-toxic properties. But when it comes to a no-fuss, one-size-fits-all mattress, there’s only one option: the Saatva Classic mattress.
Among all the best mattresses, the Saatva Classic stands out from the crowd. It’s the kind of fluffy yet supportive feel that you enjoy in luxury hotels, but better. While a few of Saatva’s other selections impressed us this year—including their hybrid and contour mattresses—the Saatva Classic is a Goldilocks mattress. That is, it’s universally cozy, whether you’re a side sleeper, back sleeper, stomach sleeper or rotate through all three during the night.
As with all Saatva mattresses, complimentary white-glove delivery and free removal of your old mattress are included. Their generous 365-night trial and lifetime warranty make them a great investment—something you definitely want to look for when you’re shopping for pricier mattresses.
Former shopping editor Madi Koetting personally tested the Saatva classic. She and her husband tried the queen-sized Saatva classic mattress in the luxury firm, which is the middle child of the brand’s plush, soft and firm classic mattress. It’s also worth mentioning that she and her partner completely disagree on the firm-to-plush ratio of a mattress. That said, both she and her husband agree that they never enjoyed a better night’s sleep than with this innerspring option.
“My Saatva mattress review taught me I don’t have to sacrifice soft, plushness for a strong, supportive mattress. I also feel confident knowing this mattress is going to last me a very long time. It’s like sleeping in a luxe hotel every night, except it’s my apartment and I never have to check out.”
Madi notes that there’s also no off-gassing, so she could use it right away. Additionally, it’s available in eight mattress sizes, two height options and three comfort level options.
MADI KOETTING FOR READER’S DIGEST
You can snag the Saatva Classic mattress directly on Saatva’s website. It retails anywhere from $1,395 to $2,990 depending on the size of the mattress. While it’s on the pricey side, but worth it for a mattress that lasts decades—especially if you frequently change sleep positions.
