Sooooo this is a long review with some information that I wish I had when I started looking for a new mattress. First off it is ultimately a very personal decision, you have to find what works best for you based on the feel you like and your body needs and preferences.
That said, I’ve been considering getting a Casper mattress ever since they opened their first Casper store location in Canada. I only wish that I had gone all in on one when I first heard about them.
It may have saved me a lot of pain and sleepless nights. Initially when I first tried them, I really wanted the Wave but my budget at that time did not warrant the cost. Now, years later my sleep preferences have changed and I have tried A LOT of mattresses in that time frame, most of them on the firmer side for added support.
But I was not in love with any of them. Finally, I came back to Casper to see if their mattress really lived up to all of the hype. I went to a few different locations as I wanted to try all of them in person and the Original Hybrid is only at a few select spots.
After trying all of the foam and hybrid styles multiple times in the showroom; the Original, Wave and Nova Hybrids, these are my findings: (Based on my past mattress experiences I am very weary about purchasing a mattress without first trying it) The Nova was super soft yet comfortable I just didn’t like how far I sunk in.
The Wave was on the firmer side and maybe the newer versions have changed slightly since the one I feel in love with years ago. In any case you could feel the support and many pressure relieving layers, it would certainly help with any chronic pain or issues with pressure points.
The Original Foam is great, firm with a slight softness on top, it was similar to many I have had in the past. However, I quickly realized that the Original Hybrid was the feel I have been searching for.
The moment my body hit the surface I fell in love with it. It is soft yet supportive. It is much softer than any I have had before but I was searching for that “fall in love with sleep again” feeling and the cozy comfort of a cloud-like feeling when I am in bed.
Which is why I’d say it is more medium on the softness scale with the Nova being more plush with greater sink-in. Upon opening the box on the first day of its arrival I was actually excited to go to sleep that night.
It was the same soft feel as in the showroom, no added firmness to break in or get used to. Though there was a strong off-gasing smell that got much stronger as I let it reach it’s full capacity for a few hours after un-boxing.
I opened the windows for two days to help air out the space from the smell. This is the only thing that I am weary of, the off-gasing and how long it will stick around and affect my health even after I no longer notice a smell.
For this reason alone I gave it 4-stars. Ultimately, I am very happy with my purchase. I did have to get a lower loft pillow to use on this bed because it is so soft and I didn’t need the same height or support as I would on a firm mattress.
Plus, I was informed that with Casper mattresses the springs make their mattresses softer, wherein some other brands it does the opposite. I am really glad I went out of my way to try the Casper Original Hybrid or I would have been mislead in thinking the added springs would make it firmer than the all foam Original version.
Even with the extra softness of the springs, Casper reps did assure me that it will hold up over time and still provide enough support. If you have read this far I commend you. I found it really confusing in making a final decision with all of my mattress research and trial and error.
There are a ton of options out there and reviews don’t always help. Sometimes you just have to try it out for yourself. I do hope that this review helps those that may be on the fence or unable to try the mattress styles in person before purchasing.
I will also note that I have back issues and was afraid to go with a softer mattress as a result. So far with the pillow adjustment I haven’t had the same intense and constant pain that I have had when breaking in a new mattress and it’s only been two days.
Typically, it takes me a month or more to get to a pain free comfort level with any changes in my mattress or alignment issues. I guess only time will tell. I do hope I love it just as much within a month, year and maybe even 5-10 years time.
I wish you all the best with your sleep and wellness journey! Side note: If you are looking for a possible healthier mattress alternative with a similar price point, I just came across Haven and now I am curious about how their cleaner mattress claims actually compare (just to throw another thing in there, I do not personally know).
It would be nice if our certifications and health ratings / standards were a bit higher so I could sleep more soundly at night knowing I am not breathing in more toxins while I am supposed to be recovering.