If every person on earth had the professionalism of this guy, society would be light years ahead. Does he have a passion for the content of his work? Yes, but he has even more passion for work itself. I don't even comment on videos but I felt compelled. Very impressed.
The Sealy High Point Firm Mattress is the GOAT of Mattresses. My wife and I needed a new mattress, and since we are getting older, we decided to not be cheap about it. We ordered a DeamCloud Mattress online, a very good mattress, but it was too soft for us. They had a 365-night return, so we returned it. We went to a local mattress store and looked at this one and the Serta Arctic Mattress, which was on clearance (which should have been a sign). We bought the Serta Arctic because we liked it in the store and it was cheaper. The Serta Arctic was like sleeping on a brick, and we had to return that mattress as well. We decided to spend above our budget and get the Sealy High Point Firm. Perfect, not too soft, not too firm. We have had it for a couple of weeks now, and we both love it. It is nice to have a deep relaxing sleep every night.
Don't speak too soon. I bought the same matress and started having upper neck and back problems two months in. I'm so dissapointed. I can exchange it but I'm running out of time and now I have to do more research. 😮💨
This makes me feel good about my choice. Most I’ve ever spent on a mattress but it was much better than the Serta iComfort which was the other competition
thank you so much for this. this is literally the work of god. this is the information that sealy should be providing its customers. this is what we actually need to know.
Highly recommend this line from Sealy. I got it from Mattress Firm. 14” Posturepedic plus King size firm hybrid, nothing to complain about. Worth the cost.
This is one of my top choices. The sales guy said they were coming back defective because of the coils on the side pushing out. I did feel it on their floor models. Now confused.
If you don't mind me asking, are you a side sleeper and if i may ask how much do you weigh? I'm torn between the soft or firm version of this mattress. I'm a 215lb side sleeper
@@mickeyjames7806 back sleeper, 175 lbs. i don't like being on my side on this bed. my wife side sleeps on this bed somehow, maybe she doesn't mind bc she's 135 lbs.
Hey Mike, Thanks for the time in reviewing this line! Your explanation of each individual mattress is unparalleled, and it has helped me make a decision I am happy about. I consider myself a techincal person, but I never thought I'd geek out over mattresses. 😅
Thanks so much for your kind words, Romnel! Neither did we! But for inquiring minds, there is certainly a lot to learn, and it's fun to sift through all the lingo and learn about how and why various mattresses really work the way they do. Nonetheless, congratulations on passing the litmus test for true geekdom -- your membership card is in the mail! 😂
Omg! Where the heck have you been my whole life..Best, most comprehensive break down on mattresses I've ever seen, by far. Thank you so much for the chart explaining every line, and then the models within thoes lines actually let's me understand the difference instead of guessing.
My husband and I bought the sealy posturepedic plus condor firm last summer and it was life changing. It is soft but firm. It doesn't hold too much heat and i who is the lightest sleep ever sleeps thru my husband getting up and our toddler coming into our bed at night. I only wish i had it while pregnant.
I'm buying the Sealy highpoint firm this weekend. Fingers crossed! Feels great in the store definitely not too firm at all. Will post again after a couple weeks of trying it.
@@goodbed hello good bed :) thanks for the awesome reviews. I'm currently still getting used to the mattress but first 2 weeks were terrible. I was almost about to go crazy and cry some days after waking up because of the soreness on my shoulder blades and lower back pain due to stiffness of the mattress. I'm a back sleeper and finally my body is getting used to it and I get to sleep with no pain. I'll give you an update within couple weeks again.
Ha, no in fact we would love to find a way to make them even shorter, but this is short as we can make it and still cover all the information that we think is important for consumers to know! Thanks so much for your kind words. I'm very glad you found this helpful.
Thanks Mike! Sealy should send you some commission $$$. Just bought the High Point Firm. I was mentioning your description of the different levels within the Hybrid Plus mattresses to the seller and he seemed not to be all that knowledgeable as you are in this lineup. Thanks again for a great review and help on such important purchase.
Glad to hear it, and thank you for sharing your experience! Yeah, for better or worse we are definitely mattress nerds. We try to know everything possible about each and every model, and are fortunate to have access to every model we think is worthy of covering.
If you don't mind me asking, are you a side sleeper and if i may ask how much do you weigh? I'm torn between the soft or firm version of this mattress. I'm a 215lb side sleeper. We are considering the High point line but trying to figure out if I should get the Soft or Firm
@@mickeyjames7806 Hi, I am a side sleeper but I always roll to my back. I'm also in the 215 range. My favorite one was the Plush. The soft being too soft, the firm is more like a traditional medium. However, my wife preferred the firm. Happy wife, happy life! I honestly thought after a while that paying almost 3K for a mattress was too much. However, after sleeping in my son's mattress for a few hours I woke up with back pain I never had in my new mattress. Maybe you take it for granted after a while. It is a great mattress.
Very well explained, Mike!I feel that I have a much better mattress knowledge and understanding! I am so glad I clicked on this line up review! I will definitely be looking at more of your reviews, so good!
Thanks for the detailed video! I just bought two Brenham's w/ your link. I wish I saw this last year. I bought the high point soft at mattress firm because I had a Sealy Hybrid Premium 14-Inch Plush Mattress, TOTALLY different beds. Disappointed that sealy changes them that drastically. I just thought maybe it needed to break in more, but it's been about 9 months and I can't stand it. The Sealy Hybrid Premium 14-Inch Plush Mattress was the best bed I ever slept on. It's super heavy and the movers broke a spring when we moved last year from TX to AZ.
Just purchased the High Point hybrid plush mattress, it's being delivered this Saturday. Found this video after the fact, but enjoyed learning more about it. I didn't realize I bought the "top of the line" model. Hopefully the mattress works out for me.
Hey Kyle I just bought the same mattress u got in the store it felt so good I get mine Tuesday we’re u able to sleep on it lastnight and if so how was it Any info would be great thank u
@@prehn2828 Yep, last night was my first night on it. It seems pretty good, it sits higher than I realized. I'm replacing a Nectar split king. The gf didn't like the nectar... too hot. I slept pretty good last night. I also got a Purple pillow. I actually bought 2, the original and the Harmony. The Harmony won't arrive until Tuesday, I got the original delivered Thursday and so far I like it too.
Thank you for the info I’m pretty excited to get mine Tuesday I can’t remember what pillow I bought what I use that last night and it was good yeah I sleep hot so I’m hoping this will call me at night thank you again
I bought the High Point and night 2 was miserable for both my wife and I. The mattress we lied on in the store was way softer than the one we received. I'm not sure what the break in period is on this mattress, but I don't think we're going to find out. I'm waking up at 2 and 3 a.m. in extreme back and neck pain.
Can you explain all the things you love about the mattress ? How it feels , soft supportive comfort coolint sitting and laying ? I just ordered one but does not come for a few weeks and I’m very anxious
Well it have a lot of pressure relief and support with a 1072 coils l tryed the firm but it was not for me cuz l am a side sleeper and l need a extra layer of comfort l love this mattress l am happy with the purshase.
@@mariovillagomez57 Mario, I really need your help, please. Did you try the Highpoint FIRM first? That is what I currently have and it started giving me back upper back, neck and shoulder problems two months in. I'm also a side sleeper. I don't know if I switvhing to the HighPoint SOFT will be better. I'm worrried, because if I switch and that doesn't work out, I won't be able to exchange that one. Do you have a way I can private message you? Instagram?
I had a sealy posturepedic in 2007 was called coil free was also pillow top. Best mattress ever theybdint make coil free anymore what would be most like it sealy said they need the info from tag and its not there iy was also before memory foam so soft but very supportive u never felt the other person was even in bed no sinking at all but still soft as a cloud
I’ve had the Albany Medium for 30 days and I’m getting a lot of neck and shoulder pain. I’m a back sleeper and never experienced this before. Was spending half my week on some old inner spring and half my week on an old tempurpedic with no issues.
Hi Sam -- The good news is it's very unlikely that neck and shoulder pain is the fault of your mattress. Rather, neck pain is almost always related to your pillow. But to be more specific, it's very likely related to how your pillow and your mattress are interacting when used together. A given pillow may work great for you on one mattress, but be terrible for you on another mattress. This is because the pillow's job is to fill the space between you and the mattress -- and the amount of space between you and the mattress will vary depending on what mattress you're on. Every mattress has a different amount of softness, cushioning depth, and the like -- these factors will determine how much sinkage and conformance it provides. So even though you weigh the same on any mattress, and may even sleep in the same position on any mattress (eg, on your back), you won't sink in the same amount on every mattress. And this means that the space that your pillow needs to fill will be different on every mattress. My advice would be to have someone look at the angle of your neck on the mattress-pillow combos that DON'T give you neck pain (focusing on the position(s) in which you spend the most time sleeping). Then have them look at the angle of your neck on the mattress-pillow combo that DOES give you neck pain. I suspect this angle will be different. This will tell you what change to make to your pillow (eg, thinner, taller, etc.) to give you the proper neck angle on your new mattress. I hope that's helpful.
Other than that issue (I too have neck and shoulder issues and UT DEFINITELY was my pillow... I got the coconut latex pillow and it's changed my life!), ANYHOO, is this bed comfortable for you overall?
Anything you can tell me about the Sealy Posturepedic® Luxury Hybrid Aneira Firm Full Mattress? I tried it out recently and it felt great to lay on and not too warm. I’m a heavy, hot sleeper (220 pounds), so I want to make sure that it doesn’t give me any problems temperature wise, especially since I like to my duvet and weighted blankets. I like the pressure from heavier blankets. I tried using a thick blanket in the store, and I didn’t have any overheating problems.
@@goodbed I believe this is the one they are talking about. I am also looking for info on this mattress. Any opinions/comments? Is it similar to any of the mattresses you’ve mentioned in this video?
For some reason it keeps getting deleted whenever i post link or the sku… its from Leons canada called the sealy posturepedic luxury hybrid Aneira firm
Aha, I think the posts with links are likely getting flagged as spam by CZcams. Perhaps you can just spell it out like domain DOT com slash product-page.
Great review & just got the Sealy High Point Soft. I'm 175lb, 6' 3" tall, and a side sleeper... hoping this will be a good fit for those pressure points. BTW, what watch are you sporting? I thought it might be a Casio Wave Ceptor but the closer shots look more like it could be an Aquaterra.
Very great review. We had to use our warranty and our bed is being replaced w the Albany. I honestly think we are not getting the correct mattress. Our original mattress had the back support coil system in the middle It was purchased in 2014 and just said hybrid. But the mattress was 21” deep. It was huge. Side note. I’m going to find ur website and see if I sell those shirts. They are awesome ❤
We also think the shirts are cool, thank you! And please keep us posted on the Albany if you can. This is a very well made mattress and very similar to previous generations of Sealy Hybrids.
I liked everything about this mattress, except when you sit on the edge of the bed the coils feel like they're poking into your legs. I would have definitely purchased, but that felt annoying lol!
Would you even feel the coolness from those fibers though? I mean, assuming most people use fitted sheets and top sheets, I’d imagine those “cool” fibers would be useful.
Hi there -- We get this question all the time. You're 100% right that a fitted sheet (plus a protector, which we'd also recommend) will absolutely diminish the coolness to the touch that we describe in this video. That said, this doesn't mean that the benefits of this cooling capability are eliminated. Once the heat from your body reaches the cover of the mattress (which, with a sheet and/or protector will not be instantaneous, but will of course still happen), the material in the cover will still respond to that heat the exact same way. Think about if you laid on a marble counter-top with a bare back vs lying on a marble counter-top with a sheet over it. Having the sheet will make the marble feel much less cool to the touch, but as soon as the heat from your body reaches that marble, it will still have a cooling effect. So while your bedding will change how you experience this cooling feature, it won't eliminate its benefits. I hope that's helpful.
I'm 270 side sleeper. Been looking at brenham and highpoint. Considering my weight I'm thinking firm. I frequently have shoulder and back pain on 10 year old firm innerspring. I know it's my choice but value your suggestion.
Given your weight we'd certainly recommend the firmer options in these models, yep. We've found that all of the Plus Hybrids tend to soften a fair bit, and the Soft options will likely be much to soft for you. And if you're choosing between the Brenham and the High Point Firm, there's not a lot of information out there on the differences. Based on some data we've seen, we think the High Point will likely be a bit more durable, but the Brenham will have a bit less foam, so it might feel slightly firmer and more supportive to a heavier sleeper such as yourself. I hope that's helpful!
Trying to decide between the Sealy High Point Firm and the Beautyrest Black CX Plush. Any tie breaking features other than the obvious price difference?
I’m trying to decide between this and tempurpdedic luxeadapt soft. They are both comfortable though I do worry about how hot each will sleep. Any recommendations?
Hi Mike @goodbed , Can you address some confusion regarding Sealy’s naming on their site that seems to differ with the names mentioned in this video? Namely, no mention of the Brenham, Hi Point, etc names on their website? I can find the posturepedic plus hybrids, but they refer to the levels as advanced support, ultimate support + cooling, etc?
No problem. Although the Sealy website doesn't use the full model names, they are indeed the same models shown in this video. The best way to line them up is by height and features. Here's a cheat sheet for the Posturepedic Plus Hybrids (which you can find here: www.goodbed.com/o/c/sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid/sealy/): - The Albany is 13" inches and listed as the Medium option. - The Brenham models are 13.5" inches and listed as Soft and Firm with the zoned HD coil unit. - The High Point models are 14" inches and also listed as Soft and Firm with the zoned HD coil unit. I hope that's helpful.
I have the High Point Soft and am a little heftier than you and it's far too soft for me and my back pain. It gives me excruciating pain. That said, it is incredibly comfortable. I'd go with a firm if I were you.
Fantastic reviews and information! I bought just recently the Albany medium P.pedic Plus Hybrid and for a few days, it has been uncomfortable. I'm 5'7in and 250 lbs. SHould I allow a breaking in period of several weeks or opt for the soft version of this mattress?
Hi Azad -- Thanks for your question, and sorry we missed this earlier. If you haven't already made a decision, I would always recommend waiting at least 3-4 weeks before making a decision. Very few mattress return policies (if any) will expire in that amount of time, and we have certainly heard from countless people whose opinions changed in that period of time. This is partly because of the initial "break in" and partly because it can take your body some time to adjust to a new sleep surface. I hope that's helpful.
I'm looking at this Sealy posturepedic plus hybrid plush vs the Serta iseries 3000 plush or serta iseries 3000medium. I would like a soft-medium feel as I am a side sleeper but due to shoulder bursitis I am sleeping on my back until shoulders heal. Of the 3 which would be best for both back and side as I am a female 118lbs. I do not like a sinking feeling, so none of the tempurpedic beds appealed to me and I sunk in too much in the Beautyrest CX hybrid plush and the CX medium was too firm for my shoulder. I also sink in too much with stearns and foster lux hybrids. Thank you for any assistance you can provide!
Hmmm. If you don't like a sinking feel (what we would call a deeper Cushioning Depth), then I'm not sure any of these Sealy Hybrid would be a good option for you? Have you tried these in stores? Most have quite a bit of Cushioning Depth. We've also recently updated our website with searchable filters for questions like these. Here are a few options at the intersection of softness and "medium" cushioning depth. www.goodbed.com/mattress-models/?softness=6&cushioning=2
Hi Alex -- As you might expect, the hybrid models all use a pocket spring support unit, while the foam models use a foam core instead of springs. This will lead to more bounce, and a little bit more give, in the spring models than in the foam models. But what is a bit more unusual in this case is that the comfort levels in the hybrid and foam collections do not overlap. At each level, there will be 2 comfort levels available in one support type and one in the other. For example, at the Brenham level (aka the "Advanced Support" level on Sealy's website), there are two hybrid options (Firm and Soft) and one foam option (Medium). In terms of more specific comparisons between these options, I'd recommend using our side-by-side comparison tool, which will let you compare every facet of any model in either line with any other model. For example, here are those 3 Brenham models compared: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-firm&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-foam-brenham-medium&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-soft I hope that's helpful.
I tried the High Point Firm and Plush at the store and really liked both of them but opted for the plush because I liked the softer feel. But, I do have a little bit of lower back pain. It's nothing too bad and doesn't keep me from sleeping but I'm concerned maybe the firm would be better for my health in the long term. My current mattress is probably a medium. The sales associate said that when I laid on the firm my back was straight but on the plush, it did slightly dip a bit. Not sure if I should go for the firm instead.
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. I'm afraid this one is impossible for anyone to accurately answer without seeing you on the mattress. That said, I can tell you that foam really only goes in one direction over time, which is softer. Some modest amount of softening can happen in the first few months as the mattress breaks in, but mostly it happens more gradually over time, so it may be years before you notice any change. But the foam itself will never get firmer. I hope that's helpful in thinking through which one might be a better choice for you.
@@goodbed Thanks for the insight. I think i'll just go through with the soft one since I loved the way it felt at the store. I imagine if it gives me any real problems then I can exchange it but I'm probably over thinking it.
What I have found that the beds in the stores are broke in to max comfort . Which means they are years old . What you recieve from the warehouse is totally different . The store manager if honest will tell you . I went thru their 30 day break in they ask . I returned both of them the firm and soft . Liked the ones in store but what received no where the same . Buyer beware . These things do not get softer like many say . Maybe over months or years but not 30 days .
@@richardbell3738 I'm glad that you mentioned this! I liked the Sealy Posturepedic Highpoint Plush at Mattress Firm but wondered if it would get too soft. Now that I know that it is already at it's peak, I can still say that the Plush would still be my pick. I cannot do firm mattresses at all. They feel like concrete to me and I'm a side sleeper.
Hi, I’m having back pain every morning when I woke up 😢. I would like to ask which mattress between the sealy high point hybrid firm or the serta icomfort hybrid 2000 firm is most suitable for me? I’m 125lb 5”5’ tall. Thank you 🙏
Do you know anything about the Sealy Valley Road hybrid? Which category it falls in? I’ve watched lot of your videos and you don’t mention this hybrid model.
Hi, I'm in hell trying to choose a mattress and it's the worse experience of my life. I'm down to the Posturepedic (I want a hybrid medium firm and still trying to pick which one is that) and the Nectar Hybrid). Any thoughts on? I'm getting desperate. The one I got I let them talk me into a softer one (plush) and I sink and feel no support. They didn't have any Posturepedic in the show room. I really needed a bed, as I was sleeping in a hole with an inured back. It's AWFUL. I just wanna get this over with. Shouldn't be this hard! I heard there are durability issues with Sealy. I nerd my bed to last.
I just bought the seally hybrid plus mattress and the fitted bed sheets come off of the corners every night. Anyone recommend some good bed sheets to avoid this problem?
Hi Jorge -- Thanks for your comment. This is a pretty common problem with thicker mattresses these days. Your best bet will be some deep-pocketed sheets, like some of these: amzn.to/3WKL1Lx I hope that's helpful.
Hmmm. This might change as the shoulder area breaks in a bit and allows some more "passage-through" the material and evens out your alignment, but it also might be a sign that you need a firmer model. I'd give it a few weeks and then re-evaluate.
Wow what a great + informative video! I got a great deal on the high point firm, almost $1000 off retail being an open box mattress. Do you think it'll work for a side sleeper being that it's a bit more of a medium/firm? Worst case scenario I'll have to get a topper or try to change to a back sleeper.
We've actually heard some great things about the High Point Firm for side-sleeping yes. It's one of those rare "firms" that we think that could do well in this case. Hope it works out well for you!
I purchased the Albany medium but the seams were tearing. We opted to get a refund instead of a replacement. I feel like the Albany medium is really hard not comfortable. Now I’m at a loss of what to get.
We’ve had it for 6 months. My husband sleeps on his back and I’m an erratic sleeping. We purchased a Sealy hybrid silver chill (I think) plush in 2019 that’s now in our guest room, it was amazing. I’m looking at the high point models now but not sure. Great video btw!
@@erikalane8198 Ah, in that case the Albany is probably already broken-in. And yep, the High Point and Brenham options would likely be the closest matches there. Although if you're curious about other possible matches on the broader market, we do have a selection tool that allows you to compare brand-to-brand and model-to-model. In this case, I've already selected Medium and Medium-Soft Options with a lot of Memory Feel. Hope it helps! www.goodbed.com/mattress-models/?softness=5&softness=6&memory-feel=3
Just the High point and the ergo frame in California King firm. So uncomfortable. My neck ,hips and legs hurt. I’m out of 6k. I’m gonna see what i can do about the 90 day return.
WOW, this exactly what happened to me. Same matress (High Point, Firm, CalKing) and it's giving me severe upper back and neck pain. What did you end up doing with the mattress? Did you exchange it? If so, for what matress? Thanks in advanced for your response.
First off thank you for such a thorough and informative breakdown. I’m a lightweight side sleeper with ALS, pressure relief and the ability to still roll over are key features for me. From your explanation it seems like the high point firm would be the best option (3.5 inches of comfort sense without deep contouring). Is that a fair assessment? Any other options you think may be a good fit for someone like me?
These are great questions. The High Point Firm could be a very good option for you, though if you're very lightweight you might find this a bit firm before it breaks in. Have you looked at other smooth top hybrids? A Tempurpedic Hybrid might also be a good fit for you. Alternatively, you can check out the Mattress Selection Quiz we have on GoodBed: www.goodbed.com/mattress-finder/
@@goodbed hi thank you for your response, I haven’t heard the term “smooth top hybrids”. What exactly is that? I’m looking closely at the casper nova hybrid as well. The quiz on your website was really informative, I wasn’t familiar with Stern and foster but started looking into them after it was recommended.
@@robelsac No worries! A "smooth top hybrid" is a term that is typically used to denote hybrid models with a smooth, stretch knit cover, and not a traditional "quilted" mattress cover. The Sealy Hybrids would be examples of smooth top hybrids, as would the Casper Nova. Hope that helps!
@@robelsac Well, if you make a purchase, feel free to go through our links! We also have store locators and many other tools if you need those. And happy to help!
Would it be worth it upgrading to the high point from Brenham for the cooling affect. I’m a hot sleeper so I’m trying to figure out if it be worth it upgrading
Hi Mitch -- The question of whether anything is "worth" any amount of money is highly personal, and depends on how big the difference is, how much you value that difference, and how much you can afford. Obviously, I can only address the first of these. The cooling technologies that are added in the High Point -- the phase change material and additional polyethylene fiber -- are both designed to add cooling for a finite time period. Once the heat from your body has fully saturated these features, their cooling powers will be depleted until you get up or reposition, meaning they aren't necessarily designed to keep you cool all night long. The idea is that their effects should last for at least 10-20 minutes, which should hopefully be long enough to help you fall asleep. In addition, I can confirm that the difference in coolness to the touch between the Brenham and High Point models is indeed palpable and noticeable, as mentioned in the video. So, while I don't think it will be a silver bullet that will keep you cool all night, I do think it will do the job it was designed to do. Lastly, keep in mind that these cooling features aren't the only extras you get when stepping up to the High Point. Hopefully that gives you enough info to decide whether it's worth the incremental investment.
Hi Mike, Do you think the High Point firm is worth the extra money over the Brenham firm? They both use the same identical coil system correct and same materials in general correct??
Hey there just seeing this now. And great question. This will depend a bit on your particular needs and preferences. They do both use the same coil unit and generally have the same materials, however, the High Point has an additional layer of material to manage heat. It's also possible that some of the underlying foam layers might be slightly different with regards to firmness, though the effect of this is rather minimal in our experience. And of course, there are some differences in the feel, which may be more or less appealing to you depending on your comfort preferences. Here's a full side-by-side breakdown of our assessments of those two models: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-firm&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-firm TLDR: In our experience both feel similar, though if heat is a concern to you then the High Point might be worth the extra cash.
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. I think the best way to answer that would be to point you to our equivalently detailed coverage of the Lacey models (part of the Posturepedic collection), which you can find here: * Posturepedic Hybrid: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-hybrid-mattress-preview/ * Posturepedic Foam: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-foam-mattress-preview/ I hope that's helpful.
Hoping I can get some help with this question how would you compare the Sealy High point firm to the Beautyrest Black LX-Class Medium Hybrid Mattress? Typically a side sleeper sometimes stomach/side rarely back
Hi there - Thanks for your question, and sorry we missed this earlier. The BB LX-Class Medium Hybrid is about 2 points firmer on our 9-point softness spectrum, but has similar cushioning depth to the High Point Firm. I'd be a bit wary of either of these particular models for stomach sleeping unless you're under 150 lbs, but they should both be OK for back sleeping for anyone under 200-225 lbs or so (a bit too soft for larger back sleepers). Both mattresses excel for side sleepers, though if you're over 250 lbs, the Beautyrest Black coil unit would be a little stronger and better for you. Take a look at our Beautyrest Black Hybrid coverage here: www.goodbed.com/reviews/beautyrest-black-hybrid-mattress-preview/ I hope that's helpful.
I brought the Albany - medium and it feels 10x harder than in store. I tried it in 3 different stores and loved it but now it feels totally different at home. It’s giving me neck, back, & arm pain. I am considering exchanging to either, going up to the high point plush or the serta iseries 2.0 hybrid 1000 medium. Which do you suggest? I’m nervous to go to the high point and it still be uncomfortable for me 😅
Hi there, unless you've had it at least 30 days, I wouldn't make a move. If you've had it more than that, just know that it will continue to soften a bit more over time. If that still doesn't seem like enough, then you could look at one of the High Points, or even the Brenham Soft. Here's a comparison of those two: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-soft&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-albany-medium I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed thank you! I will check it out. I am coming up on my 30 days this week. I am a very petite woman. I am worried that it won’t soften enough with my size or just at all. But the first two weeks were really bad and I was waking up with really bad neck and arm pain/ numbness
Hi im trying to decide between the Albany medium and Brenham soft. I’m a lightweight stomach or side sleeper and my girlfriend sleeps on her back. Any input is appreciated thanks
Hey there sorry we missed this one. If you're both lightweight, then you could do well with either model, though we'd caution that the Brenham Soft could soften fairly dramatically over its life cycle and thus would not be the best choice for stomach sleepers. The Albany will also soften somewhat, though likely not to the same extent. Here is a side-by-side comparison of all our assessments for each of these two models: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-albany-medium&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-soft I hope that's helpful.
Would you recommend the High Point Firm for a stomach sleeper? I've tried the beauty rest black hybrid and had really bad back pain. Currently sleeping on a Beautyrest black CX-Class Plush Mattress which isn't as bad but doesn't feel great. Wondering if the High Point firm would still be too soft
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. No, I wouldn't recommend that mattress for a stomach sleeper. That model has a lot of memory foam and a lot of conformance. This can be great for a side sleeper, who needs their mattress to conform to their curves. But for a stomach sleeper, it will most likely result in your hips sinking too far into the mattress, which is what leads to back pain. That is almost certainly what is leading to your back pain on the CX Plush. You can see in this side-by-side comparison that neither of these models are good for stomach sleepers: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-firm&mod=beautyrest-black-hybrid-cx-class-plush&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-firm To be candid, none of the Posturepedic Plus Hybrids are ideal for stomach sleepers, given the amount of conforming memory foam they all have. However, if you really like the feel of these mattresses (which I can certainly understand), the Brenham Firm would be the best for you. So I included that one in the comparison as well. I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed this is helpful thank you! I don't think the Brenham Firm is in stores anywhere so I'll have to do more research. Would the iSeries hybrid firm be a good option? I know they just released the 2.0 version but I couldnt find a huge difference from the older models.
@@MotherofDrag0ns TBH I would probably discourage you from going that route either. Memory foam mattresses just tend to be too conforming for stomach sleepers, which leads to spinal alignment problems for the reasons I described above. It's not to say that some people can't find one that works for them, but it's unlikely that it would be the optimal choice. Based on everything you've told me, I'd look at mattresses that are between Firm and Medium, with shallower cushioning depth and only a bit of memory feel (not lots of memory feel). Here is a list of all of the mattresses that meet this criteria. As of now, there are 25 options on this list, so you can use the other filters to further narrow it based on your other preferences and priorities. www.goodbed.com/mattress-models/?softness=4&softness=3&softness=5&cushioning=1&memory-feel=2 I hope that's helpful.
Hi Mario -- Thanks for your question. There are 4 different models that fall under the Posturepedic Plus Hybrid collection, all of which are covered individually in this video. Their softness levels range from Firm to Medium (none are what we would classify as Soft / Plush on our softness spectrum). FYI though, in addition to explaining the foregoing, this video provides much more detail and nuance on how the softness levels and other feel characteristics (eg, cushioning depth) compare across these 4 models, so I'd highly recommend watching it before making any purchase decisions. I hope that's helpful.
I’m torn between the Brenham Firm and the High Point Firm. Is the High Point firm really that much different than the Brenham? Especially when it comes to the additional cost of the High Point
There are slight differences in the foams used, but the underlying support system is the same. But yeah, it's a difficult choice. They are very similar!
Ok now I’m confused. I was about to purchase the “firm” one but since i prefer a harder surface should I go with the “soft”? Help I can’t afford to make a mistake 😂
Hi Marianne -- Thanks for your question, and sorry we missed this earlier. Yes, this one is a bit confusing. My best recommendation in your case would be to visit a local retailer that carries both to make sure you have a chance to try them both first-hand to make sure you are making the right decision. But short of that, if you prefer a harder surface that also has deeper cushioning and conformance, I would go with the Soft. And if you prefer a softer surface with shallower cushioning, then I would go with the Firm. I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed @marianne blohm I can confirm that I visited the store and GoodBed is EXACTLY correct. Counterintuitively, I found the SOFT mattress to actually provide more support and be the better choice for me. Confusing indeed...
I bought a Serta iSeries Hybrid mattress and it has ended up being just a bit too firm for my liking, and I’m past the return window. I’m looking at these Sealy mattresses in the video, specifically the plush/soft ones. I get a good nights sleep on my Serta, I wake up rested, but I am a side sleeper and occasion have some shoulder pain from the mattress just being a point or 2 too firm for my body type. Would this be a good mattress for me(the one in the video)? Also do you have any ideas on how I could try to sell the Serta mattress? Should I just try eBay and Craigslist? I’ve barely had it 2 months and it’s been in a premium mattress protector, I’d like to try and get some of my money back to buy a softer mattress.
Hmm. The current Sealy Hybrid line is a bit softer than the Serta line, so we'd probably recommend that you try and find a store near to you to try these out. As to selling the old mattress - if you're only at two months you might still be in your return window?
Hi and thanks for this information… so im a side n back sleeper with hip n lower back issues would u recommend the high point firm for me as I hurt on soft mattresses please help need a bed asap
Hey there sorry we missed this comment! If you are trying to stay away from softness or cushioning depth, I might recommend the Albany Medium instead of these two. It has a Medium-Firm softness level and a Medium amount of cushioning depth. I hope that's helpful.
thanks for such an informative review. I have been struggling about choosing my new mattress. I tried the silver chill firm mattress before and Iiked it but seems like Sealy discontinue this one. there are some store still have this model though. My question for you is based on your experience, how much is the difference between the silver chill and the new line? Which one would be equivalent? the highpoint 14? and which one you recommend more?
Hi. We didn't review the Silver Chill, so I can't say how it would compare to the Highpoint. But hopefully you learned enough in this video about the Highpoint to give you a good idea if it will feel similar to you. For more info about the Silver Chill, you can look at our coverage of the Sealy Hybrid Premium collection (now discontinued), which included the Silver Chill Hybrid, here: czcams.com/video/s3ISyrHgIuo/video.html In terms of product evolution, the changes from year to year are typically enhancements to support (eg, increased coil count), pressure relief (eg, new proprietary foams), cooling, and the like. I hope that's helpful.
Hi, I am 5'5, 420 lbs, and unfortunately, morbidly obese. I wake up with extreme back pain, and my extremities go numb in the middle of the night to the point where my fingers, and toes turn purple. Do you think I should get the plush, or firm Posturpedic Plus high point?
Hey there! This is really hard to say. My gut instinct would be to suggest the Firm High Point, as the Soft gets very soft when it breaks in. That said, IMHO you would probably do as well or better with a model that is specifically designed for heavier sleepers. We have a quick guide on these here: www.goodbed.com/guides/best-mattress-heavy-people/ I hope that's helpful.
Great video. How does the High Point soft compare to Silverchill plush? I have a one year old queen Silverchill and now want to upsize to a King. Thinking of High point or Brooklyn Bedding Sedona Hybrid.
Hi Laurel -- Thanks for your question. The High Point Soft has more memory foam (3.5") than the Silver Chill Plush (2"), so it most likely has more 'sink, which is why they call it a "Soft." Notwithstanding that deep cushioning, we found the High Point Soft to have a firm surface (as shown in this video), so we classified it as a Firm on our softness spectrum. So it depends on what you are looking for. For some added context about the Silver Chill, you can look at our coverage of the Sealy Hybrid Premium collection (now discontinued), which included that model, here: czcams.com/video/s3ISyrHgIuo/video.html As for the Sedona Hybrid; I'm afraid we haven't reviewed that model. On paper it looks similar in construction to the High Point, but the manufacturer says it's a Medium -- so it might be softer than we found the High Point Plush to be. Both are 14" tall. Hope that helps!
Hi there -- Thanks for your question, and sorry we missed this earlier. I'm not sure which High Point model you're talking about, but here is a side-by-side comparison of both the Firm and Soft versus the two Tempur models that that are in the same price range (the Adapt Medium and Adapt Medium Hybrid): www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-firm&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-soft&mod=tempur-adapt-medium&mod=tempur-adapt-medium-hybrid I hope that's helpful.
Hello- Can you compare this to the Sealy Kelburn ii Hybrid medium? I have a queen in that currently but wanting to upgrade to a King. However- I'm finding the Kelburn ii is discontinued but I am wanting an identical bed.
Hi. The closest equivalent to that model in the current collection is technically the Posturepedic Plus Hybrid Albany Medium: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-mattress-collection-overview/ That said, none of the models in the current line match up exactly with their predecessors in terms of their specs. In this case, you'll likely find the Albany to be a bit firmer than the Kelburn II, though it should be pretty similar in terms of cushioning depth, memory feel, and other key characteristics. I hope that's helpful.
So will the Albany, Brenham and Highpoint model names carry across different retailers? I'm shopping Mattress Firm, PC Richards and HSN. Will I be able to compare prices for the same model mattress? Thanks again for your informative videos!
If it helps at all, I've been to 3 different retailers, mattressfirm being one and 2 others. Also 4 Websites all list these the same for the hybrid model names .( Edited) Too add to this , also you can tell the models by height . Albany 13", Brenham 13.5" and Highpoint 14" if you do find different names you can tell that way
Hi Adam -- Thanks for your question., and sorry we missed this earlier. AFAIK, this line will have national model names, which means that the model names used in this video will be used at all retailers that carry these products. I hope that's helpful.
Hi there -- At your size, I'd probably recommend getting a mattress that is specifically designed for heavier people. Here's an article that explains how mattress requirements differ for heavier folks, and also highlights some specific options to consider. www.goodbed.com/guides/best-mattress-heavy-people/ I hope that's helpful.
Hey buddy I was just at the mattress store and I tried out the high top firm and I loved it they didn’t have the Brenham firm so I was wondering is there a major difference in the two? Is the extra 400 dollars worth the high top or does the brenham firm have the same feel to it. Thank you!!!
No worries we were just talking about this. There are two big differences between the High Point Firm and the Brenham Firm. The High Point has a little more memory foam and (per some sources) has some slightly higher density poly foam in the transition layers. Typically, a higher density poly foam means a more durable and consistent mattress in the long run. As a result, we generally feel more comfortable recommending the High Point. Also, the two models might feel slightly different, but this isn't a big differences in our opinion. I hope that's helpful.
@@bobbyb2901 Probably the High Point or Brenham, though these will still feel a bit different than the Adapt Hybrid, as Tempur tends to use slower responding memory foams. We've also just built a new compare tool where you can compare models side by side. Here's the High Point Firm vs the 2018 Adapt Hybrid: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-firm&mod=tempur-adapt-medium-hybrid-2018
@@goodbed thank you for all your help I will be making my decision in the next few days. When it comes to the Brenham firm versus the Termpurpedic adapt medium hybrid which one would you say will last the longest and give the most support for a stomach sleeper. I’ve been on a Stearns & Foster ultra firm for a month now and it’s not been fun to say the least 😂 as far as an investment which of the two would you choose? Thank you again for your help you are very professional and help lots of people 🙏🏼
I am having a hard time choosing between the Brenham Soft and High Point Soft. The Brenham is not available to try locally. We tried and liked the soft Highpoint but prefer softer. Which is softer?
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. As we discuss in the video, we don't consider the High Point Soft to be particularly soft -- rather it has deeper cushioning, but with a Firm initial softness level on the surface of the mattress. By comparison, the Brenham Soft has a similar cushioning depth to the High Point Soft but with more surface softness (a Medium on our spectrum). I hope that's helpful.
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. First, it's probably worth explaining that some types of objects have specific weight limits. For example, elevators use motors that are engineered to function up to a specific weight limit. Mattresses are not like this. That being said, the weight of a sleeper is one of several very important factors in determining which mattress will offer them the best "fit" from a spinal alignment standpoint and how good a given mattress will be in delivering them proper spinal alignment. While we do make reference to some of our thoughts on what types of sleepers would be best suited for these mattresses, both in this video and our written coverage of this line, you are right that we don't get into specific weights. In general, when we refer to lighter people, we're talking about 150 lbs or less, though for really tall people this category would go up to 175 lbs and for the shortest people the cutoff could be 125 lbs. When we refer to heavier people, we're talking about 250 lbs or more, though for really short people, the cutoff might be 200 lbs and for the tallest people this category might start at 300 lbs. In your case though, at 400 lbs, I probably wouldn't recommend any of these mattresses because I would encourage you to focus on mattresses that are specifically designed for heavier people. We provide more explanation of what heavier people need to consider in this article here: www.goodbed.com/guides/best-mattress-heavy-people/ I hope that's helpful.
Currently have the Sealy Warrenville IV plush pillow top and it made it 3 1/2 years and is starting to cause some back pain...question is does any manufacturer make a mattress nowadays that will last at least 5 years?
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. I'm sorry to hear about your experience with your current mattress, which sounds super frustrating. Regretfully, I have to inform you that at least part of the issue is with the choice of a plush pillow top. Plush pillow tops are made of very soft lower-density foams, as well as polyester fiber fills, all of which adds a lot of cushy softness and comfort. But at the same time, these materials will also break down a bit sooner than other materials, which over time can feel a bit like settling into a nest. Some people like this (or at least don't mind it). But for other people (eg, stomach sleepers, heavier people, etc.), this can lead to back pain and should generally be avoided. So going back to your question, for any manufacturer, the first thing to be aware of is that the firmer tight top models will be less susceptible to this than the softer pillow tops. Of course, this trade-off comes at the expense of some amount of comfort and pressure relief, which can be particularly important for side sleepers, lighter people, etc. If you feel like you need or want softness and are looking for the best balance of softness and pressure relief vs. longevity, I'd recommend looking at a latex hybrid. Here are a few on the softer side: * www.goodbed.com/awara-mattress-collection-preview/ * www.goodbed.com/reviews/birch-mattress-review/ * www.goodbed.com/reviews/nest-hybrid-latex-mattress-review/ I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed thank you very much for rhe advice and yes I'm 260+,sleep hot and predominantly on my side so you think I should go with a tight top...should I also stay away from memory foam as well and strictly go with latex?
Wow so interesting, We are just about to reach our 120 night sleep trial with TempurPedic Luxe Adapt soft and I’m considering turning it in, it’s too hot, ( Arizona) it’s a little too conforming as it’s hard to shift at night from side to back to stomach. It has relieved some pressure off hips but I’m not loving the full foam without a little bounce that a hybrid would offer. I’ve decided to not go to the breeze series but am considering the high point firm but I’m so anxious to make the wrong decision twice! I can’t do latex and have researched every mattress out there. I have 5 days to decide if Sealy hybrid high point firm is the way to go. 🤷🏻♀️
@@scentmemories1047 Well… we returned the Tempur Pedic for a full refund, went with Stearns and Foster from Costco and hated it, way too firm. We are now in a Tuft n Needle Hybrid and actually really like it, we both are sleeping very good and the company has been great with all our concerns and one return due to delivery damage.
@@scentmemories1047 It slept very very hot and it took a lot of effort to move from one position to another, it really does mold to your form. Just wasn’t for us… I find having a hybrid was the best of both worlds, it offers support plus the easy mobility of an innerspring mattress.
Hi Mary -- That's an interesting question. Strength and supportiveness of a coil principally comes from the thickness (a.k.a. gauge) of the wire and the number of working turns. Other factors, such as pre-compression and tempering, can also affect its strength. But overall, the height of the coil is not a key factor in its strength. If your concern is about taller coils tipping over inside the mattress, this isn't really something that we hear complaints about -- so I would say it is a very uncommon occurrence, even in older mattresses. Even with individually pocketed coils, the pockets are attached to each other in a way that prevents this from happening. I hope that's helpful.
Hi Frank -- Thanks for your question. The High Point Plush is the same as the High Point Soft. "Soft" is the more modern nomenclature, so that is what is used by Sealy (and GoodBed), but some retailers still prefer to use "Plush" when referring to their models, perhaps to create more consistency across other brands they carry. In any case, there are no differences in the mattress itself. I hope that's helpful.
I hope the High Point firm I just purchased will last longer than the Stearns and Foster Lux Estate medium I just dumped after 5 years. At 3 years it started becoming very uncomfortable. I'd wake up with a sore shoulder and hip a lot of the time. I ended up having to put a memory foam topper and a down topper on top of that for additional comfort layers to make it last a few more years. Finally I couldn't take it anymore as I was sleeping better on my sofa than in bed. What a piece of junk it was.
Ah, we're sorry to hear that. It can be tough to predict the lifespan of mattresses (and there's very little in the way of objective information on this available to the consumer), but we'd expect the High Point to have a similar or slightly better overall lifespan. The memory foam on top will soften slightly in the first year of use, but the underlying support foam and coils should have enough resilience to stay comfortable for a long time.
Hey man I got the regular Posturepedic Medina that you rated an extra firm a month ago I weigh 250 and it is killing my shoulder and hip do you think that the Posturepedic plus hybrid high point firm has more give to it to where my shoulder and hip will have more pressure relief. Thanks in advance! I’m a side sleeper.
Also do you think the icomfort all foam Serta mattresses hold up over time I’m also considering the cf3000 because I weigh a lot and a lot of people say the firm cf4000 is softer somehow so idk lol.
Hi there -- Thanks for your questions. Re: the Medina vs the High Point Firm, there is no question that the High Point Firm will offer substantially more conformance and pressure relief than the Medina, both of which should help from the standpoint of the pressure points you're experiencing in your shoulder and hip. Re: the CF3000 vs CF4000, note that the 3000 comes in two softness levels (Medium and Plush). The CF3000 Plush and the CF4000 Firm are very similar in their softness and conformance, though the 3000 Plush is slightly softer and more conforming. The 3000 Medium is substantially less soft than the other two, but has the same or greater level of conformance. I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed thank you so much I got the high point hybrid form today! I went in store to test it and it really surprised me the amount of cushion while retaining that support it’s a really great mattress thank you!!
This is a tough question to answer as every person has a pretty unique experience with memory foam and heat retention in general. That said, the Plus line uses gel and phase-change material infused foams that sleep much cooler than the memory foam of ten years ago. If you're looking for the absolute coolest mattress we generally recommend against memory foam, but we haven't heard many complaints with this particular line. I hope that helps!
Hi Ryan -- Overall, I'd say the Brenham Firm is average of better in that regard. The conforming memory foams on top will trap a little bit of heat, though they have some cooling features that will mitigate this. But below those foams, you have edge to edge coils -- these afford a lot of air flow, which is the most important factor in helping a mattress sleep cool. For this reason, the Brenham Firm and Soft will certainly sleep a bit cooler than the Medium. And I would say that on account of the shallower cushioning depth, the Firm will sleep slightly cooler than the Soft. Mind you, unless you are someone who has a tendency to sleep on the warmer side, all of the aforementioned differences will be a rounding error for you. I hope that's helpful.
There are very slight differences in the height and cover, but we agree, it's very hard to tell the difference! That said, there should be informational sheets showcasing the differences between these models in almost all retail showrooms.
Hi Robin -- Starting at about 15:48 in the video, you'll hear our explanation of the High Point Firm and Soft models, including our assessment of their softness levels. To answer your question, the Firm version actually has more softness (but less sinkage) than the Soft version. In case it's easier for you to read this information than to watch the video, you can see it in our written coverage here: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-mattress-collection-overview/ I hope that's helpful.
Hi there -- Thanks for your comment. Sorry we didn't cover that specific model in our Sealy overview video, however we did speak about it in our coverage of the Posturepedic Hybrid collection. You can find that here: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-hybrid-mattress-preview/ I hope that's helpful.
Mattress Shoppers: "Man I wish salesmen would actually do an in depth review of each mattress and explain every little detail so we actually understood all these confusing terms and differences in so many overwhelming options." This guy: "Hold my beer, son."
You have really good descriptions, but watching you keep running your hands over the top of the mattress over and over and over again was a little too much other than that it’s awesome
Mattress selection... what a mess! The High Point Firm is a medium and the High Point Soft is a firm?! These companies need to do a better job at classifying their products :( Frustrating!
We get a LOT of questions on this exact situation with the High Points and have discussed this internally. While we do think the Soft feels oddly firm at first contact, and a number of other readers have corroborated this finding. That said, we also think the Soft will likely change more over time, so eventually it may even soften a bit more than the Firm. It's confusing, but if you go into a store where these are both present and already broken-in you may be able to get a better sense of what we're describing. I hope that helps.
Hi. There are many models in the Posturepedic plus Hybrid line, so it would be helpful to other readers if you mention which exact model you are referring to. Thanks!
I have the Sealy Posturepedic Hybrid Highpoint Cal King in Firm. I’m actually trying to find something different because it is just so uncomfortable. I am using a Tempur-Pedic Ergo Adjustable frame in Cal King.
Hey there! It really depends on the brand. These particular firm models are not super firm, though there are plenty of firm models out there from Sealy and other brands, some of which are even classified as soft by their manufacturer. So if you are making the point that there is no universal standard that manufacturers use to classify their models, then this is certainly a true statement. While it may be a bit more true now given the wider variety of available mattresses, it has always been true to some extent. Hope that helps.
This is certainly a strategy that works well for some people! Latex is a very durable material and typically lasts a very long time. However, not everyone likes the feel of latex. We find that it's about a fifty/fifty thing. Glad that it seems to have worked well for you though!
If every person on earth had the professionalism of this guy, society would be light years ahead. Does he have a passion for the content of his work? Yes, but he has even more passion for work itself. I don't even comment on videos but I felt compelled. Very impressed.
Hi Greg -- Wow, that is both insightful and flattering. Thank you very much for taking the time to share this thoughtful reaction! 🙂👍
The Sealy High Point Firm Mattress is the GOAT of Mattresses. My wife and I needed a new mattress, and since we are getting older, we decided to not be cheap about it. We ordered a DeamCloud Mattress online, a very good mattress, but it was too soft for us. They had a 365-night return, so we returned it. We went to a local mattress store and looked at this one and the Serta Arctic Mattress, which was on clearance (which should have been a sign). We bought the Serta Arctic because we liked it in the store and it was cheaper. The Serta Arctic was like sleeping on a brick, and we had to return that mattress as well. We decided to spend above our budget and get the Sealy High Point Firm. Perfect, not too soft, not too firm. We have had it for a couple of weeks now, and we both love it. It is nice to have a deep relaxing sleep every night.
Don't speak too soon. I bought the same matress and started having upper neck and back problems two months in. I'm so dissapointed. I can exchange it but I'm running out of time and now I have to do more research. 😮💨
This makes me feel good about my choice. Most I’ve ever spent on a mattress but it was much better than the Serta iComfort which was the other competition
Why didn’t you try the European brands? Carpe Diem, Savoir, Hästens, Vispring, Dunlopillo etc.
@@deedeekong7161your body IS adapting to the muscle memory.
did it break in and become too soft? that's my concern
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thank you so much for this. this is literally the work of god. this is the information that sealy should be providing its customers. this is what we actually need to know.
Thanks so much for these kind words JJ! I'm so glad to hear this information was helpful for you.
Highly recommend this line from Sealy. I got it from Mattress Firm. 14” Posturepedic plus King size firm hybrid, nothing to complain about. Worth the cost.
Thanks for the comment!
My bed comes today so hopefully is that work out for me my wife Trying something new we had a Tempur-Pedic but she fell in love with this one
This is one of my top choices. The sales guy said they were coming back defective because of the coils on the side pushing out. I did feel it on their floor models. Now confused.
If you don't mind me asking, are you a side sleeper and if i may ask how much do you weigh? I'm torn between the soft or firm version of this mattress. I'm a 215lb side sleeper
@@mickeyjames7806 back sleeper, 175 lbs. i don't like being on my side on this bed. my wife side sleeps on this bed somehow, maybe she doesn't mind bc she's 135 lbs.
Hey Mike,
Thanks for the time in reviewing this line! Your explanation of each individual mattress is unparalleled, and it has helped me make a decision I am happy about. I consider myself a techincal person, but I never thought I'd geek out over mattresses. 😅
Thanks so much for your kind words, Romnel! Neither did we! But for inquiring minds, there is certainly a lot to learn, and it's fun to sift through all the lingo and learn about how and why various mattresses really work the way they do. Nonetheless, congratulations on passing the litmus test for true geekdom -- your membership card is in the mail! 😂
Omg! Where the heck have you been my whole life..Best, most comprehensive break down on mattresses I've ever seen, by far. Thank you so much for the chart explaining every line, and then the models within thoes lines actually let's me understand the difference instead of guessing.
Our pleasure Riles -- thanks so much for taking the time to let us know it was helpful for you! Very glad to hear it.
Love the easy breakdown and chart that you refer to throughout the video. Thanks
Thanks so much for taking the time to let us know that was helpful for you!
My husband and I bought the sealy posturepedic plus condor firm last summer and it was life changing. It is soft but firm. It doesn't hold too much heat and i who is the lightest sleep ever sleeps thru my husband getting up and our toddler coming into our bed at night. I only wish i had it while pregnant.
I'm buying the Sealy highpoint firm this weekend. Fingers crossed! Feels great in the store definitely not too firm at all. Will post again after a couple weeks of trying it.
Hey there! Looks like it's been a few weeks. How's it going?
@@goodbed hello good bed :) thanks for the awesome reviews. I'm currently still getting used to the mattress but first 2 weeks were terrible. I was almost about to go crazy and cry some days after waking up because of the soreness on my shoulder blades and lower back pain due to stiffness of the mattress. I'm a back sleeper and finally my body is getting used to it and I get to sleep with no pain. I'll give you an update within couple weeks again.
So specific and informative! Less filler and fluff, which i appreciate. You do not make your videos longer for YT algorithms, haha!
Ha, no in fact we would love to find a way to make them even shorter, but this is short as we can make it and still cover all the information that we think is important for consumers to know! Thanks so much for your kind words. I'm very glad you found this helpful.
Thanks Mike! Sealy should send you some commission $$$. Just bought the High Point Firm. I was mentioning your description of the different levels within the Hybrid Plus mattresses to the seller and he seemed not to be all that knowledgeable as you are in this lineup. Thanks again for a great review and help on such important purchase.
Glad to hear it, and thank you for sharing your experience! Yeah, for better or worse we are definitely mattress nerds. We try to know everything possible about each and every model, and are fortunate to have access to every model we think is worthy of covering.
If you don't mind me asking, are you a side sleeper and if i may ask how much do you weigh? I'm torn between the soft or firm version of this mattress. I'm a 215lb side sleeper. We are considering the High point line but trying to figure out if I should get the Soft or Firm
@@mickeyjames7806 Hi, I am a side sleeper but I always roll to my back. I'm also in the 215 range. My favorite one was the Plush. The soft being too soft, the firm is more like a traditional medium. However, my wife preferred the firm. Happy wife, happy life! I honestly thought after a while that paying almost 3K for a mattress was too much. However, after sleeping in my son's mattress for a few hours I woke up with back pain I never had in my new mattress. Maybe you take it for granted after a while. It is a great mattress.
I bought this bed yesterday in a split king. It’s delivered tomorrow, I’m so excited.
Hey congrats! Hope it serves you well.
How is the mattress?
I just bought a Tempur Pedic Pro Adapt Medium Hybrid but I really liked the feel of the Albany in the showroom. Unfortunately the wife wasn’t a fan
Very well explained, Mike!I feel that I have a much better mattress knowledge and understanding! I am so glad I clicked on this line up review! I will definitely be looking at more of your reviews, so good!
Thanks for the detailed video! I just bought two Brenham's w/ your link. I wish I saw this last year. I bought the high point soft at mattress firm because I had a Sealy Hybrid Premium 14-Inch Plush Mattress, TOTALLY different beds. Disappointed that sealy changes them that drastically. I just thought maybe it needed to break in more, but it's been about 9 months and I can't stand it. The Sealy Hybrid Premium 14-Inch Plush Mattress was the best bed I ever slept on. It's super heavy and the movers broke a spring when we moved last year from TX to AZ.
I'm very glad this video was helpful for you Chris -- thanks for letting us know!
Just purchased the High Point hybrid plush mattress, it's being delivered this Saturday. Found this video after the fact, but enjoyed learning more about it. I didn't realize I bought the "top of the line" model.
Hopefully the mattress works out for me.
Hey Kyle I just bought the same mattress u got in the store it felt so good I get mine Tuesday we’re u able to sleep on it lastnight and if so how was it Any info would be great thank u
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Yep, last night was my first night on it. It seems pretty good, it sits higher than I realized. I'm replacing a Nectar split king. The gf didn't like the nectar... too hot. I slept pretty good last night.
I also got a Purple pillow. I actually bought 2, the original and the Harmony. The Harmony won't arrive until Tuesday, I got the original delivered Thursday and so far I like it too.
Thank you for the info I’m pretty excited to get mine Tuesday I can’t remember what pillow I bought what I use that last night and it was good yeah I sleep hot so I’m hoping this will call me at night thank you again
I bought the High Point and night 2 was miserable for both my wife and I. The mattress we lied on in the store was way softer than the one we received.
I'm not sure what the break in period is on this mattress, but I don't think we're going to find out. I'm waking up at 2 and 3 a.m. in extreme back and neck pain.
Hi Kyle, do you have any updates on this mattress? Do you still like it?
The Sealy hight point soft is the best mattress l ever had .
Can you explain all the things you love about the mattress ? How it feels , soft supportive comfort coolint sitting and laying ? I just ordered one but does not come for a few weeks and I’m very anxious
Well it have a lot of pressure relief and support with a 1072 coils l tryed the firm but it was not for me cuz l am a side sleeper and l need a extra layer of comfort l love this mattress l am happy with the purshase.
@@mariovillagomez57 Mario, I really need your help, please. Did you try the Highpoint FIRM first? That is what I currently have and it started giving me back upper back, neck and shoulder problems two months in. I'm also a side sleeper. I don't know if I switvhing to the HighPoint SOFT will be better. I'm worrried, because if I switch and that doesn't work out, I won't be able to exchange that one. Do you have a way I can private message you? Instagram?
This is exactly what I was looking for. I’m a side sleeper and debating on the high point plush or firm.
I had a sealy posturepedic in 2007 was called coil free was also pillow top. Best mattress ever theybdint make coil free anymore what would be most like it sealy said they need the info from tag and its not there iy was also before memory foam so soft but very supportive u never felt the other person was even in bed no sinking at all but still soft as a cloud
Actually, Sealy does still make all-foam models.
You can read more about those here: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-foam-mattress-preview/
I’ve had the Albany Medium for 30 days and I’m getting a lot of neck and shoulder pain. I’m a back sleeper and never experienced this before.
Was spending half my week on some old inner spring and half my week on an old tempurpedic with no issues.
Hi Sam -- The good news is it's very unlikely that neck and shoulder pain is the fault of your mattress. Rather, neck pain is almost always related to your pillow. But to be more specific, it's very likely related to how your pillow and your mattress are interacting when used together.
A given pillow may work great for you on one mattress, but be terrible for you on another mattress. This is because the pillow's job is to fill the space between you and the mattress -- and the amount of space between you and the mattress will vary depending on what mattress you're on. Every mattress has a different amount of softness, cushioning depth, and the like -- these factors will determine how much sinkage and conformance it provides. So even though you weigh the same on any mattress, and may even sleep in the same position on any mattress (eg, on your back), you won't sink in the same amount on every mattress. And this means that the space that your pillow needs to fill will be different on every mattress.
My advice would be to have someone look at the angle of your neck on the mattress-pillow combos that DON'T give you neck pain (focusing on the position(s) in which you spend the most time sleeping). Then have them look at the angle of your neck on the mattress-pillow combo that DOES give you neck pain. I suspect this angle will be different. This will tell you what change to make to your pillow (eg, thinner, taller, etc.) to give you the proper neck angle on your new mattress.
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed thanks so much!
Other than that issue (I too have neck and shoulder issues and UT DEFINITELY was my pillow... I got the coconut latex pillow and it's changed my life!), ANYHOO, is this bed comfortable for you overall?
Anything you can tell me about the Sealy Posturepedic® Luxury Hybrid Aneira Firm Full Mattress? I tried it out recently and it felt great to lay on and not too warm. I’m a heavy, hot sleeper (220 pounds), so I want to make sure that it doesn’t give me any problems temperature wise, especially since I like to my duvet and weighted blankets. I like the pressure from heavier blankets. I tried using a thick blanket in the store, and I didn’t have any overheating problems.
Would you happen to have a link to this model? It appears to be outside the US market and we may have limited information on it.
@@goodbed I believe this is the one they are talking about. I am also looking for info on this mattress. Any opinions/comments? Is it similar to any of the mattresses you’ve mentioned in this video?
@@Foreverandalways324 Sorry, unfortunately I don't see a link here?
For some reason it keeps getting deleted whenever i post link or the sku… its from Leons canada called the sealy posturepedic luxury hybrid Aneira firm
Aha, I think the posts with links are likely getting flagged as spam by CZcams. Perhaps you can just spell it out like domain DOT com slash product-page.
Awesome review. Thank you. I know exactly what I want now.
Excellent -- that's great to hear. Thanks for letting us know!
Great review & just got the Sealy High Point Soft. I'm 175lb, 6' 3" tall, and a side sleeper... hoping this will be a good fit for those pressure points. BTW, what watch are you sporting? I thought it might be a Casio Wave Ceptor but the closer shots look more like it could be an Aquaterra.
I am considering this mattress and am your size,Did it work out for you ?
Very great review. We had to use our warranty and our bed is being replaced w the Albany. I honestly think we are not getting the correct mattress. Our original mattress had the back support coil system in the middle It was purchased in 2014 and just said hybrid. But the mattress was 21” deep. It was huge. Side note. I’m going to find ur website and see if I sell those shirts. They are awesome ❤
We also think the shirts are cool, thank you!
And please keep us posted on the Albany if you can. This is a very well made mattress and very similar to previous generations of Sealy Hybrids.
I liked everything about this mattress, except when you sit on the edge of the bed the coils feel like they're poking into your legs. I would have definitely purchased, but that felt annoying lol!
If that's the case, you might prefer the analogous hybrids in Beautyrest's Harmony and/or Harmony Lux line? These should use a foam edge.
Would you even feel the coolness from those fibers though? I mean, assuming most people use fitted sheets and top sheets, I’d imagine those “cool” fibers would be useful.
Hi there -- We get this question all the time. You're 100% right that a fitted sheet (plus a protector, which we'd also recommend) will absolutely diminish the coolness to the touch that we describe in this video. That said, this doesn't mean that the benefits of this cooling capability are eliminated. Once the heat from your body reaches the cover of the mattress (which, with a sheet and/or protector will not be instantaneous, but will of course still happen), the material in the cover will still respond to that heat the exact same way. Think about if you laid on a marble counter-top with a bare back vs lying on a marble counter-top with a sheet over it. Having the sheet will make the marble feel much less cool to the touch, but as soon as the heat from your body reaches that marble, it will still have a cooling effect. So while your bedding will change how you experience this cooling feature, it won't eliminate its benefits.
I hope that's helpful.
I'm 270 side sleeper. Been looking at brenham and highpoint. Considering my weight I'm thinking firm. I frequently have shoulder and back pain on 10 year old firm innerspring. I know it's my choice but value your suggestion.
Given your weight we'd certainly recommend the firmer options in these models, yep. We've found that all of the Plus Hybrids tend to soften a fair bit, and the Soft options will likely be much to soft for you.
And if you're choosing between the Brenham and the High Point Firm, there's not a lot of information out there on the differences. Based on some data we've seen, we think the High Point will likely be a bit more durable, but the Brenham will have a bit less foam, so it might feel slightly firmer and more supportive to a heavier sleeper such as yourself. I hope that's helpful!
Trying to decide between the Sealy High Point Firm and the Beautyrest Black CX Plush. Any tie breaking features other than the obvious price difference?
Those are the exact same two mattresses I’m debating over right now. What did you end up getting? Thanks!
Just dropped $3500 on the whole shebang. Hope this pans out.
Did it pan out?
He might of dropped dead in it 😅
Hard to find what kind of materials they use as far as off gassing and VOC'S.
I’m trying to decide between this and tempurpdedic luxeadapt soft. They are both comfortable though I do worry about how hot each will sleep. Any recommendations?
Hi Mike @goodbed ,
Can you address some confusion regarding Sealy’s naming on their site that seems to differ with the names mentioned in this video? Namely, no mention of the Brenham, Hi Point, etc names on their website? I can find the posturepedic plus hybrids, but they refer to the levels as advanced support, ultimate support + cooling, etc?
No problem. Although the Sealy website doesn't use the full model names, they are indeed the same models shown in this video. The best way to line them up is by height and features. Here's a cheat sheet for the Posturepedic Plus Hybrids (which you can find here: www.goodbed.com/o/c/sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid/sealy/):
- The Albany is 13" inches and listed as the Medium option.
- The Brenham models are 13.5" inches and listed as Soft and Firm with the zoned HD coil unit.
- The High Point models are 14" inches and also listed as Soft and Firm with the zoned HD coil unit.
I hope that's helpful.
Thanks that definitely clears it up. You make mattress buying so much less confusing. Keep up the great work. Love the channel!
I’m having a hard time deciding between soft and medium on what will last me a long time. I am 230lbs with a lot of back pain
Hi Daisy -- Based on the information you've provided, I wouldn't recommend going any softer than a Medium in your case. I hope that's helpful.
Okay thank you yes cause I want to do what’s best for me in the long room cause the high point plush and firm did feel good
I have the High Point Soft and am a little heftier than you and it's far too soft for me and my back pain. It gives me excruciating pain. That said, it is incredibly comfortable. I'd go with a firm if I were you.
Fantastic reviews and information! I bought just recently the Albany medium P.pedic Plus Hybrid and for a few days, it has been uncomfortable. I'm 5'7in and 250 lbs. SHould I allow a breaking in period of several weeks or opt for the soft version of this mattress?
Hi Azad -- Thanks for your question, and sorry we missed this earlier. If you haven't already made a decision, I would always recommend waiting at least 3-4 weeks before making a decision. Very few mattress return policies (if any) will expire in that amount of time, and we have certainly heard from countless people whose opinions changed in that period of time. This is partly because of the initial "break in" and partly because it can take your body some time to adjust to a new sleep surface.
I hope that's helpful.
I'm looking at this Sealy posturepedic plus hybrid plush vs the Serta iseries 3000 plush or serta iseries 3000medium. I would like a soft-medium feel as I am a side sleeper but due to shoulder bursitis I am sleeping on my back until shoulders heal. Of the 3 which would be best for both back and side as I am a female 118lbs. I do not like a sinking feeling, so none of the tempurpedic beds appealed to me and I sunk in too much in the Beautyrest CX hybrid plush and the CX medium was too firm for my shoulder. I also sink in too much with stearns and foster lux hybrids. Thank you for any assistance you can provide!
Hmmm. If you don't like a sinking feel (what we would call a deeper Cushioning Depth), then I'm not sure any of these Sealy Hybrid would be a good option for you? Have you tried these in stores? Most have quite a bit of Cushioning Depth.
We've also recently updated our website with searchable filters for questions like these. Here are a few options at the intersection of softness and "medium" cushioning depth. www.goodbed.com/mattress-models/?softness=6&cushioning=2
could you explain the difference between the hybrid and spring collections within the posturepedic plus line?
Hi Alex -- As you might expect, the hybrid models all use a pocket spring support unit, while the foam models use a foam core instead of springs. This will lead to more bounce, and a little bit more give, in the spring models than in the foam models.
But what is a bit more unusual in this case is that the comfort levels in the hybrid and foam collections do not overlap. At each level, there will be 2 comfort levels available in one support type and one in the other. For example, at the Brenham level (aka the "Advanced Support" level on Sealy's website), there are two hybrid options (Firm and Soft) and one foam option (Medium).
In terms of more specific comparisons between these options, I'd recommend using our side-by-side comparison tool, which will let you compare every facet of any model in either line with any other model. For example, here are those 3 Brenham models compared:
www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-firm&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-foam-brenham-medium&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-soft
I hope that's helpful.
I tried the High Point Firm and Plush at the store and really liked both of them but opted for the plush because I liked the softer feel. But, I do have a little bit of lower back pain. It's nothing too bad and doesn't keep me from sleeping but I'm concerned maybe the firm would be better for my health in the long term. My current mattress is probably a medium. The sales associate said that when I laid on the firm my back was straight but on the plush, it did slightly dip a bit. Not sure if I should go for the firm instead.
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. I'm afraid this one is impossible for anyone to accurately answer without seeing you on the mattress. That said, I can tell you that foam really only goes in one direction over time, which is softer. Some modest amount of softening can happen in the first few months as the mattress breaks in, but mostly it happens more gradually over time, so it may be years before you notice any change. But the foam itself will never get firmer. I hope that's helpful in thinking through which one might be a better choice for you.
@@goodbed Thanks for the insight. I think i'll just go through with the soft one since I loved the way it felt at the store. I imagine if it gives me any real problems then I can exchange it but I'm probably over thinking it.
What I have found that the beds in the stores are broke in to max comfort . Which means they are years old . What you recieve from the warehouse is totally different . The store manager if honest will tell you . I went thru their 30 day break in they ask . I returned both of them the firm and soft . Liked the ones in store but what received no where the same . Buyer beware . These things do not get softer like many say . Maybe over months or years but not 30 days .
@@richardbell3738 I'm glad that you mentioned this! I liked the Sealy Posturepedic Highpoint Plush at Mattress Firm but wondered if it would get too soft. Now that I know that it is already at it's peak, I can still say that the Plush would still be my pick. I cannot do firm mattresses at all. They feel like concrete to me and I'm a side sleeper.
Hi, I’m having back pain every morning when I woke up 😢. I would like to ask which mattress between the sealy high point hybrid firm or the serta icomfort hybrid 2000 firm is most suitable for me? I’m 125lb 5”5’ tall. Thank you 🙏
which one did you go for? i'm deciding between the 2 options
Do you know anything about the Sealy Valley Road hybrid? Which category it falls in? I’ve watched lot of your videos and you don’t mention this hybrid model.
Hi, I'm in hell trying to choose a mattress and it's the worse experience of my life. I'm down to the Posturepedic (I want a hybrid medium firm and still trying to pick which one is that) and the Nectar Hybrid).
Any thoughts on? I'm getting desperate.
The one I got I let them talk me into a softer one (plush) and I sink and feel no support. They didn't have any Posturepedic in the show room. I really needed a bed, as I was sleeping in a hole with an inured back. It's AWFUL. I just wanna get this over with. Shouldn't be this hard!
I heard there are durability issues with Sealy. I nerd my bed to last.
I just bought the seally hybrid plus mattress and the fitted bed sheets come off of the corners every night. Anyone recommend some good bed sheets to avoid this problem?
Hi Jorge -- Thanks for your comment. This is a pretty common problem with thicker mattresses these days. Your best bet will be some deep-pocketed sheets, like some of these: amzn.to/3WKL1Lx
I hope that's helpful.
I have the brenham soft, I’m a side sleeper and I feel like my midsection is sinking too much and it hurts
I had the bed for 2 days now
Hmmm. This might change as the shoulder area breaks in a bit and allows some more "passage-through" the material and evens out your alignment, but it also might be a sign that you need a firmer model. I'd give it a few weeks and then re-evaluate.
Wow what a great + informative video!
I got a great deal on the high point firm, almost $1000 off retail being an open box mattress. Do you think it'll work for a side sleeper being that it's a bit more of a medium/firm? Worst case scenario I'll have to get a topper or try to change to a back sleeper.
We've actually heard some great things about the High Point Firm for side-sleeping yes. It's one of those rare "firms" that we think that could do well in this case. Hope it works out well for you!
I purchased the Albany medium but the seams were tearing. We opted to get a refund instead of a replacement. I feel like the Albany medium is really hard not comfortable. Now I’m at a loss of what to get.
Hmmm. In our experience, the Sealy Hybrids soften up a fair bit in the first month or two of use. Is there a chance it's still in the break-in period?
We’ve had it for 6 months. My husband sleeps on his back and I’m an erratic sleeping. We purchased a Sealy hybrid silver chill (I think) plush in 2019 that’s now in our guest room, it was amazing. I’m looking at the high point models now but not sure. Great video btw!
@@erikalane8198 Ah, in that case the Albany is probably already broken-in. And yep, the High Point and Brenham options would likely be the closest matches there. Although if you're curious about other possible matches on the broader market, we do have a selection tool that allows you to compare brand-to-brand and model-to-model.
In this case, I've already selected Medium and Medium-Soft Options with a lot of Memory Feel. Hope it helps!
www.goodbed.com/mattress-models/?softness=5&softness=6&memory-feel=3
@@goodbed thank you!
@@goodbed just wanted to say thank you, ended up going with the High Point plush it’s fantastic.
Just the High point and the ergo frame in California King firm. So uncomfortable. My neck ,hips and legs hurt. I’m out of 6k. I’m gonna see what i can do about the 90 day return.
Curious, Did you like it when you tried it in the store? I did but worried about the “break in” period.
WOW, this exactly what happened to me. Same matress (High Point, Firm, CalKing) and it's giving me severe upper back and neck pain. What did you end up doing with the mattress? Did you exchange it? If so, for what matress? Thanks in advanced for your response.
@@deedeekong7161 I didn’t want to pay to ship it back to Sleep Gallery. I still have it and hate it so much!
First off thank you for such a thorough and informative breakdown. I’m a lightweight side sleeper with ALS, pressure relief and the ability to still roll over are key features for me. From your explanation it seems like the high point firm would be the best option (3.5 inches of comfort sense without deep contouring). Is that a fair assessment? Any other options you think may be a good fit for someone like me?
These are great questions. The High Point Firm could be a very good option for you, though if you're very lightweight you might find this a bit firm before it breaks in. Have you looked at other smooth top hybrids? A Tempurpedic Hybrid might also be a good fit for you.
Alternatively, you can check out the Mattress Selection Quiz we have on GoodBed: www.goodbed.com/mattress-finder/
@@goodbed hi thank you for your response, I haven’t heard the term “smooth top hybrids”. What exactly is that? I’m looking closely at the casper nova hybrid as well. The quiz on your website was really informative, I wasn’t familiar with Stern and foster but started looking into them after it was recommended.
@@robelsac No worries! A "smooth top hybrid" is a term that is typically used to denote hybrid models with a smooth, stretch knit cover, and not a traditional "quilted" mattress cover. The Sealy Hybrids would be examples of smooth top hybrids, as would the Casper Nova. Hope that helps!
@@goodbed You’ve been very helpful, thank you. By the way I’m subscribed and like the videos I watch, any thing else I can do to show my gratitude?
@@robelsac Well, if you make a purchase, feel free to go through our links! We also have store locators and many other tools if you need those. And happy to help!
Would it be worth it upgrading to the high point from Brenham for the cooling affect. I’m a hot sleeper so I’m trying to figure out if it be worth it upgrading
Hi Mitch -- The question of whether anything is "worth" any amount of money is highly personal, and depends on how big the difference is, how much you value that difference, and how much you can afford. Obviously, I can only address the first of these. The cooling technologies that are added in the High Point -- the phase change material and additional polyethylene fiber -- are both designed to add cooling for a finite time period. Once the heat from your body has fully saturated these features, their cooling powers will be depleted until you get up or reposition, meaning they aren't necessarily designed to keep you cool all night long. The idea is that their effects should last for at least 10-20 minutes, which should hopefully be long enough to help you fall asleep. In addition, I can confirm that the difference in coolness to the touch between the Brenham and High Point models is indeed palpable and noticeable, as mentioned in the video. So, while I don't think it will be a silver bullet that will keep you cool all night, I do think it will do the job it was designed to do. Lastly, keep in mind that these cooling features aren't the only extras you get when stepping up to the High Point. Hopefully that gives you enough info to decide whether it's worth the incremental investment.
Hi Mike, Do you think the High Point firm is worth the extra money over the Brenham firm?
They both use the same identical coil system correct and same materials in general correct??
Hey there just seeing this now. And great question. This will depend a bit on your particular needs and preferences. They do both use the same coil unit and generally have the same materials, however, the High Point has an additional layer of material to manage heat. It's also possible that some of the underlying foam layers might be slightly different with regards to firmness, though the effect of this is rather minimal in our experience. And of course, there are some differences in the feel, which may be more or less appealing to you depending on your comfort preferences.
Here's a full side-by-side breakdown of our assessments of those two models: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-firm&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-firm
TLDR: In our experience both feel similar, though if heat is a concern to you then the High Point might be worth the extra cash.
How does the high point compare to the lacey? Lacey is half the price of the high point.
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. I think the best way to answer that would be to point you to our equivalently detailed coverage of the Lacey models (part of the Posturepedic collection), which you can find here:
* Posturepedic Hybrid: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-hybrid-mattress-preview/
* Posturepedic Foam: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-foam-mattress-preview/
I hope that's helpful.
Hoping I can get some help with this question how would you compare the Sealy High point firm to the Beautyrest Black LX-Class Medium Hybrid Mattress? Typically a side sleeper sometimes stomach/side rarely back
Hi there - Thanks for your question, and sorry we missed this earlier. The BB LX-Class Medium Hybrid is about 2 points firmer on our 9-point softness spectrum, but has similar cushioning depth to the High Point Firm. I'd be a bit wary of either of these particular models for stomach sleeping unless you're under 150 lbs, but they should both be OK for back sleeping for anyone under 200-225 lbs or so (a bit too soft for larger back sleepers). Both mattresses excel for side sleepers, though if you're over 250 lbs, the Beautyrest Black coil unit would be a little stronger and better for you. Take a look at our Beautyrest Black Hybrid coverage here: www.goodbed.com/reviews/beautyrest-black-hybrid-mattress-preview/
I hope that's helpful.
Do you have any videos on the Colliford model?
I brought the Albany - medium and it feels 10x harder than in store. I tried it in 3 different stores and loved it but now it feels totally different at home. It’s giving me neck, back, & arm pain. I am considering exchanging to either, going up to the high point plush or the serta iseries 2.0 hybrid 1000 medium. Which do you suggest? I’m nervous to go to the high point and it still be uncomfortable for me 😅
Hi there, unless you've had it at least 30 days, I wouldn't make a move. If you've had it more than that, just know that it will continue to soften a bit more over time. If that still doesn't seem like enough, then you could look at one of the High Points, or even the Brenham Soft. Here's a comparison of those two: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-soft&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-albany-medium
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed thank you! I will check it out. I am coming up on my 30 days this week. I am a very petite woman. I am worried that it won’t soften enough with my size or just at all. But the first two weeks were really bad and I was waking up with really bad neck and arm pain/ numbness
Hi im trying to decide between the Albany medium and Brenham soft. I’m a lightweight stomach or side sleeper and my girlfriend sleeps on her back. Any input is appreciated thanks
Hey there sorry we missed this one. If you're both lightweight, then you could do well with either model, though we'd caution that the Brenham Soft could soften fairly dramatically over its life cycle and thus would not be the best choice for stomach sleepers. The Albany will also soften somewhat, though likely not to the same extent.
Here is a side-by-side comparison of all our assessments for each of these two models: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-albany-medium&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-soft
I hope that's helpful.
Would you recommend the High Point Firm for a stomach sleeper? I've tried the beauty rest black hybrid and had really bad back pain. Currently sleeping on a Beautyrest black CX-Class Plush Mattress which isn't as bad but doesn't feel great. Wondering if the High Point firm would still be too soft
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. No, I wouldn't recommend that mattress for a stomach sleeper. That model has a lot of memory foam and a lot of conformance. This can be great for a side sleeper, who needs their mattress to conform to their curves. But for a stomach sleeper, it will most likely result in your hips sinking too far into the mattress, which is what leads to back pain. That is almost certainly what is leading to your back pain on the CX Plush. You can see in this side-by-side comparison that neither of these models are good for stomach sleepers:
www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-firm&mod=beautyrest-black-hybrid-cx-class-plush&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-brenham-firm
To be candid, none of the Posturepedic Plus Hybrids are ideal for stomach sleepers, given the amount of conforming memory foam they all have. However, if you really like the feel of these mattresses (which I can certainly understand), the Brenham Firm would be the best for you. So I included that one in the comparison as well.
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed this is helpful thank you! I don't think the Brenham Firm is in stores anywhere so I'll have to do more research. Would the iSeries hybrid firm be a good option? I know they just released the 2.0 version but I couldnt find a huge difference from the older models.
@@MotherofDrag0ns TBH I would probably discourage you from going that route either. Memory foam mattresses just tend to be too conforming for stomach sleepers, which leads to spinal alignment problems for the reasons I described above. It's not to say that some people can't find one that works for them, but it's unlikely that it would be the optimal choice.
Based on everything you've told me, I'd look at mattresses that are between Firm and Medium, with shallower cushioning depth and only a bit of memory feel (not lots of memory feel). Here is a list of all of the mattresses that meet this criteria. As of now, there are 25 options on this list, so you can use the other filters to further narrow it based on your other preferences and priorities.
www.goodbed.com/mattress-models/?softness=4&softness=3&softness=5&cushioning=1&memory-feel=2
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed Thank you very much Mike!
I have a question is the posturepedic plus hybrid is a medium firm or a plush .
Hi Mario -- Thanks for your question. There are 4 different models that fall under the Posturepedic Plus Hybrid collection, all of which are covered individually in this video. Their softness levels range from Firm to Medium (none are what we would classify as Soft / Plush on our softness spectrum).
FYI though, in addition to explaining the foregoing, this video provides much more detail and nuance on how the softness levels and other feel characteristics (eg, cushioning depth) compare across these 4 models, so I'd highly recommend watching it before making any purchase decisions.
I hope that's helpful.
Can you do a Sunrising Bedding mattress reveiw?
I’m torn between the Brenham Firm and the High Point Firm. Is the High Point firm really that much different than the Brenham? Especially when it comes to the additional cost of the High Point
There are slight differences in the foams used, but the underlying support system is the same. But yeah, it's a difficult choice. They are very similar!
So did u choose one
Ok now I’m confused. I was about to purchase the “firm” one but since i prefer a harder surface should I go with the “soft”? Help I can’t afford to make a mistake 😂
Hi Marianne -- Thanks for your question, and sorry we missed this earlier. Yes, this one is a bit confusing. My best recommendation in your case would be to visit a local retailer that carries both to make sure you have a chance to try them both first-hand to make sure you are making the right decision. But short of that, if you prefer a harder surface that also has deeper cushioning and conformance, I would go with the Soft. And if you prefer a softer surface with shallower cushioning, then I would go with the Firm.
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed @marianne blohm I can confirm that I visited the store and GoodBed is EXACTLY correct. Counterintuitively, I found the SOFT mattress to actually provide more support and be the better choice for me. Confusing indeed...
I bought a Serta iSeries Hybrid mattress and it has ended up being just a bit too firm for my liking, and I’m past the return window. I’m looking at these Sealy mattresses in the video, specifically the plush/soft ones. I get a good nights sleep on my Serta, I wake up rested, but I am a side sleeper and occasion have some shoulder pain from the mattress just being a point or 2 too firm for my body type. Would this be a good mattress for me(the one in the video)? Also do you have any ideas on how I could try to sell the Serta mattress? Should I just try eBay and Craigslist? I’ve barely had it 2 months and it’s been in a premium mattress protector, I’d like to try and get some of my money back to buy a softer mattress.
Hmm. The current Sealy Hybrid line is a bit softer than the Serta line, so we'd probably recommend that you try and find a store near to you to try these out. As to selling the old mattress - if you're only at two months you might still be in your return window?
Hi and thanks for this information… so im a side n back sleeper with hip n lower back issues would u recommend the high point firm for me as I hurt on soft mattresses please help need a bed asap
Hey there sorry we missed this comment! If you are trying to stay away from softness or cushioning depth, I might recommend the Albany Medium instead of these two. It has a Medium-Firm softness level and a Medium amount of cushioning depth. I hope that's helpful.
thanks for such an informative review. I have been struggling about choosing my new mattress. I tried the silver chill firm mattress before and Iiked it but seems like Sealy discontinue this one. there are some store still have this model though. My question for you is based on your experience, how much is the difference between the silver chill and the new line? Which one would be equivalent? the highpoint 14? and which one you recommend more?
Hi. We didn't review the Silver Chill, so I can't say how it would compare to the Highpoint. But hopefully you learned enough in this video about the Highpoint to give you a good idea if it will feel similar to you. For more info about the Silver Chill, you can look at our coverage of the Sealy Hybrid Premium collection (now discontinued), which included the Silver Chill Hybrid, here: czcams.com/video/s3ISyrHgIuo/video.html
In terms of product evolution, the changes from year to year are typically enhancements to support (eg, increased coil count), pressure relief (eg, new proprietary foams), cooling, and the like.
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbedThank you so much. Your reply is really helpful!
Hi, I am 5'5, 420 lbs, and unfortunately, morbidly obese. I wake up with extreme back pain, and my extremities go numb in the middle of the night to the point where my fingers, and toes turn purple. Do you think I should get the plush, or firm Posturpedic Plus high point?
Hey there! This is really hard to say. My gut instinct would be to suggest the Firm High Point, as the Soft gets very soft when it breaks in. That said, IMHO you would probably do as well or better with a model that is specifically designed for heavier sleepers.
We have a quick guide on these here: www.goodbed.com/guides/best-mattress-heavy-people/
I hope that's helpful.
I have this bed how do you install the headboard??
Great video. How does the High Point soft compare to Silverchill plush? I have a one year old queen Silverchill and now want to upsize to a King. Thinking of High point or Brooklyn Bedding Sedona Hybrid.
Hi Laurel -- Thanks for your question. The High Point Soft has more memory foam (3.5") than the Silver Chill Plush (2"), so it most likely has more 'sink, which is why they call it a "Soft." Notwithstanding that deep cushioning, we found the High Point Soft to have a firm surface (as shown in this video), so we classified it as a Firm on our softness spectrum. So it depends on what you are looking for.
For some added context about the Silver Chill, you can look at our coverage of the Sealy Hybrid Premium collection (now discontinued), which included that model, here: czcams.com/video/s3ISyrHgIuo/video.html
As for the Sedona Hybrid; I'm afraid we haven't reviewed that model. On paper it looks similar in construction to the High Point, but the manufacturer says it's a Medium -- so it might be softer than we found the High Point Plush to be. Both are 14" tall.
Hope that helps!
How does the Highpoint compare to the tempur pedic around that price point?
Hi there -- Thanks for your question, and sorry we missed this earlier. I'm not sure which High Point model you're talking about, but here is a side-by-side comparison of both the Firm and Soft versus the two Tempur models that that are in the same price range (the Adapt Medium and Adapt Medium Hybrid):
www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-firm&mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-soft&mod=tempur-adapt-medium&mod=tempur-adapt-medium-hybrid
I hope that's helpful.
Hello- Can you compare this to the Sealy Kelburn ii Hybrid medium? I have a queen in that currently but wanting to upgrade to a King. However- I'm finding the Kelburn ii is discontinued but I am wanting an identical bed.
Hi. The closest equivalent to that model in the current collection is technically the Posturepedic Plus Hybrid Albany Medium: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-mattress-collection-overview/
That said, none of the models in the current line match up exactly with their predecessors in terms of their specs. In this case, you'll likely find the Albany to be a bit firmer than the Kelburn II, though it should be pretty similar in terms of cushioning depth, memory feel, and other key characteristics.
I hope that's helpful.
So will the Albany, Brenham and Highpoint model names carry across different retailers? I'm shopping Mattress Firm, PC Richards and HSN. Will I be able to compare prices for the same model mattress?
Thanks again for your informative videos!
If it helps at all, I've been to 3 different retailers, mattressfirm being one and 2 others. Also 4 Websites all list these the same for the hybrid model names .( Edited) Too add to this , also you can tell the models by height . Albany 13", Brenham 13.5" and Highpoint 14" if you do find different names you can tell that way
Hi Adam -- Thanks for your question., and sorry we missed this earlier. AFAIK, this line will have national model names, which means that the model names used in this video will be used at all retailers that carry these products. I hope that's helpful.
Question are these beds good for someone who are heavy I'm about 380lbs
Hi there -- At your size, I'd probably recommend getting a mattress that is specifically designed for heavier people. Here's an article that explains how mattress requirements differ for heavier folks, and also highlights some specific options to consider.
www.goodbed.com/guides/best-mattress-heavy-people/
I hope that's helpful.
Hey buddy I was just at the mattress store and I tried out the high top firm and I loved it they didn’t have the Brenham firm so I was wondering is there a major difference in the two? Is the extra 400 dollars worth the high top or does the brenham firm have the same feel to it. Thank you!!!
No worries we were just talking about this. There are two big differences between the High Point Firm and the Brenham Firm. The High Point has a little more memory foam and (per some sources) has some slightly higher density poly foam in the transition layers. Typically, a higher density poly foam means a more durable and consistent mattress in the long run. As a result, we generally feel more comfortable recommending the High Point.
Also, the two models might feel slightly different, but this isn't a big differences in our opinion. I hope that's helpful.
Thank you 🙏🏼
Which one would you say is closest in feel to the Tempur pedic adapt hybrid
@@bobbyb2901 Probably the High Point or Brenham, though these will still feel a bit different than the Adapt Hybrid, as Tempur tends to use slower responding memory foams.
We've also just built a new compare tool where you can compare models side by side. Here's the High Point Firm vs the 2018 Adapt Hybrid: www.goodbed.com/compare/?mod=sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-high-point-firm&mod=tempur-adapt-medium-hybrid-2018
@@goodbed thank you for all your help I will be making my decision in the next few days. When it comes to the Brenham firm versus the Termpurpedic adapt medium hybrid which one would you say will last the longest and give the most support for a stomach sleeper. I’ve been on a Stearns & Foster ultra firm for a month now and it’s not been fun to say the least 😂 as far as an investment which of the two would you choose? Thank you again for your help you are very professional and help lots of people 🙏🏼
I am having a hard time choosing between the Brenham Soft and High Point Soft. The Brenham is not available to try locally. We tried and liked the soft Highpoint but prefer softer. Which is softer?
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. As we discuss in the video, we don't consider the High Point Soft to be particularly soft -- rather it has deeper cushioning, but with a Firm initial softness level on the surface of the mattress. By comparison, the Brenham Soft has a similar cushioning depth to the High Point Soft but with more surface softness (a Medium on our spectrum). I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed Thank you for the quick response. I agree with your on the high point after testing it. You are suggesting the Brenham is softer correct.
@@bostongmw2851 My pleasure. Yes, that's correct.
I think the brenham soft feels more like a cloud compared to the highpoint soft. both are amazing nonetheless
wish he would tell us how much weight these beds will hold..what bed is best for $400 lb person with back problems
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. First, it's probably worth explaining that some types of objects have specific weight limits. For example, elevators use motors that are engineered to function up to a specific weight limit. Mattresses are not like this. That being said, the weight of a sleeper is one of several very important factors in determining which mattress will offer them the best "fit" from a spinal alignment standpoint and how good a given mattress will be in delivering them proper spinal alignment.
While we do make reference to some of our thoughts on what types of sleepers would be best suited for these mattresses, both in this video and our written coverage of this line, you are right that we don't get into specific weights. In general, when we refer to lighter people, we're talking about 150 lbs or less, though for really tall people this category would go up to 175 lbs and for the shortest people the cutoff could be 125 lbs. When we refer to heavier people, we're talking about 250 lbs or more, though for really short people, the cutoff might be 200 lbs and for the tallest people this category might start at 300 lbs.
In your case though, at 400 lbs, I probably wouldn't recommend any of these mattresses because I would encourage you to focus on mattresses that are specifically designed for heavier people. We provide more explanation of what heavier people need to consider in this article here: www.goodbed.com/guides/best-mattress-heavy-people/
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed .
Currently have the Sealy Warrenville IV plush pillow top and it made it 3 1/2 years and is starting to cause some back pain...question is does any manufacturer make a mattress nowadays that will last at least 5 years?
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. I'm sorry to hear about your experience with your current mattress, which sounds super frustrating. Regretfully, I have to inform you that at least part of the issue is with the choice of a plush pillow top. Plush pillow tops are made of very soft lower-density foams, as well as polyester fiber fills, all of which adds a lot of cushy softness and comfort. But at the same time, these materials will also break down a bit sooner than other materials, which over time can feel a bit like settling into a nest. Some people like this (or at least don't mind it). But for other people (eg, stomach sleepers, heavier people, etc.), this can lead to back pain and should generally be avoided.
So going back to your question, for any manufacturer, the first thing to be aware of is that the firmer tight top models will be less susceptible to this than the softer pillow tops. Of course, this trade-off comes at the expense of some amount of comfort and pressure relief, which can be particularly important for side sleepers, lighter people, etc.
If you feel like you need or want softness and are looking for the best balance of softness and pressure relief vs. longevity, I'd recommend looking at a latex hybrid. Here are a few on the softer side:
* www.goodbed.com/awara-mattress-collection-preview/
* www.goodbed.com/reviews/birch-mattress-review/
* www.goodbed.com/reviews/nest-hybrid-latex-mattress-review/
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed thank you very much for rhe advice and yes I'm 260+,sleep hot and predominantly on my side so you think I should go with a tight top...should I also stay away from memory foam as well and strictly go with latex?
@@packey746 Memory foam isn't necessarily bad, however latex is a more proven material with regards to longevity. I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed definitely...thanks again!
How would you compare brenham soft hybrid vs nectar premier hybrid? Are they comparable? Or is one a lot better than the other?
I wish he'd answer this question!! I'm literally trying to decide between these two!!
Same!
Wow so interesting, We are just about to reach our 120 night sleep trial with TempurPedic Luxe Adapt soft and I’m considering turning it in, it’s too hot, ( Arizona) it’s a little too conforming as it’s hard to shift at night from side to back to stomach. It has relieved some pressure off hips but I’m not loving the full foam without a little bounce that a hybrid would offer. I’ve decided to not go to the breeze series but am considering the high point firm but I’m so anxious to make the wrong decision twice! I can’t do latex and have researched every mattress out there. I have 5 days to decide if Sealy hybrid high point firm is the way to go. 🤷🏻♀️
What did you decide?
@@scentmemories1047 Well… we returned the Tempur Pedic for a full refund, went with Stearns and Foster from Costco and hated it, way too firm. We are now in a Tuft n Needle Hybrid and actually really like it, we both are sleeping very good and the company has been great with all our concerns and one return due to delivery damage.
@@ckuz2766 that’s wonderful! What did you not like about the luxe adapt?
@@scentmemories1047 It slept very very hot and it took a lot of effort to move from one position to another, it really does mold to your form. Just wasn’t for us… I find having a hybrid was the best of both worlds, it offers support plus the easy mobility of an innerspring mattress.
@@ckuz2766 thanks! I’m finding that to be true too. Did you try any TP hybrids like Proadapt medium? Or any bed in the box mattress brands?
Did this replace the silver chill hybrid ?
Hi there -- Thanks for your question. Yes, the successor to the Silver Chill Hybrid would be in this collection.
Wouldn't more secure Stability be achieved w/shorter coils ❓
Hi Mary -- That's an interesting question. Strength and supportiveness of a coil principally comes from the thickness (a.k.a. gauge) of the wire and the number of working turns. Other factors, such as pre-compression and tempering, can also affect its strength. But overall, the height of the coil is not a key factor in its strength.
If your concern is about taller coils tipping over inside the mattress, this isn't really something that we hear complaints about -- so I would say it is a very uncommon occurrence, even in older mattresses. Even with individually pocketed coils, the pockets are attached to each other in a way that prevents this from happening.
I hope that's helpful.
Where does the high point plush fit. Is it softer ?
Hi Frank -- Thanks for your question. The High Point Plush is the same as the High Point Soft. "Soft" is the more modern nomenclature, so that is what is used by Sealy (and GoodBed), but some retailers still prefer to use "Plush" when referring to their models, perhaps to create more consistency across other brands they carry. In any case, there are no differences in the mattress itself.
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed
Thank you 🙏🏼 Tons. Now I got it
I hope the High Point firm I just purchased will last longer than the Stearns and Foster Lux Estate medium I just dumped after 5 years. At 3 years it started becoming very uncomfortable. I'd wake up with a sore shoulder and hip a lot of the time. I ended up having to put a memory foam topper and a down topper on top of that for additional comfort layers to make it last a few more years. Finally I couldn't take it anymore as I was sleeping better on my sofa than in bed. What a piece of junk it was.
Ah, we're sorry to hear that. It can be tough to predict the lifespan of mattresses (and there's very little in the way of objective information on this available to the consumer), but we'd expect the High Point to have a similar or slightly better overall lifespan. The memory foam on top will soften slightly in the first year of use, but the underlying support foam and coils should have enough resilience to stay comfortable for a long time.
Got n return the same mattress paid almost 4000 n ir sucks now I’m leaning towards the sealy high point .. that’s why I’m here reading 😅
Hey man I got the regular Posturepedic Medina that you rated an extra firm a month ago I weigh 250 and it is killing my shoulder and hip do you think that the Posturepedic plus hybrid high point firm has more give to it to where my shoulder and hip will have more pressure relief. Thanks in advance! I’m a side sleeper.
Also do you think the icomfort all foam Serta mattresses hold up over time I’m also considering the cf3000 because I weigh a lot and a lot of people say the firm cf4000 is softer somehow so idk lol.
Hi there -- Thanks for your questions. Re: the Medina vs the High Point Firm, there is no question that the High Point Firm will offer substantially more conformance and pressure relief than the Medina, both of which should help from the standpoint of the pressure points you're experiencing in your shoulder and hip.
Re: the CF3000 vs CF4000, note that the 3000 comes in two softness levels (Medium and Plush). The CF3000 Plush and the CF4000 Firm are very similar in their softness and conformance, though the 3000 Plush is slightly softer and more conforming. The 3000 Medium is substantially less soft than the other two, but has the same or greater level of conformance.
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed thank you so much I got the high point hybrid form today! I went in store to test it and it really surprised me the amount of cushion while retaining that support it’s a really great mattress thank you!!
@@Speedo94 My pleasure! So glad you're happy with your choice!
Side Sleepers don't need a Firm Mattress. Medium at best.
how cool does it stay? i'm a hot sleeper
This is a tough question to answer as every person has a pretty unique experience with memory foam and heat retention in general. That said, the Plus line uses gel and phase-change material infused foams that sleep much cooler than the memory foam of ten years ago. If you're looking for the absolute coolest mattress we generally recommend against memory foam, but we haven't heard many complaints with this particular line. I hope that helps!
Does the Brenham Firm sleep hot?
Hi Ryan -- Overall, I'd say the Brenham Firm is average of better in that regard. The conforming memory foams on top will trap a little bit of heat, though they have some cooling features that will mitigate this. But below those foams, you have edge to edge coils -- these afford a lot of air flow, which is the most important factor in helping a mattress sleep cool.
For this reason, the Brenham Firm and Soft will certainly sleep a bit cooler than the Medium. And I would say that on account of the shallower cushioning depth, the Firm will sleep slightly cooler than the Soft. Mind you, unless you are someone who has a tendency to sleep on the warmer side, all of the aforementioned differences will be a rounding error for you.
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed does the High Point sleep softer than the Brenham due to the extra thickness?
Other than the tag is there a way to identify these mattresses? They all look the same.
There are very slight differences in the height and cover, but we agree, it's very hard to tell the difference! That said, there should be informational sheets showcasing the differences between these models in almost all retail showrooms.
Is the HIghpoint really "firm" ? Is it one of those mattresses that take forever to break in?
Hi Robin -- Starting at about 15:48 in the video, you'll hear our explanation of the High Point Firm and Soft models, including our assessment of their softness levels. To answer your question, the Firm version actually has more softness (but less sinkage) than the Soft version. In case it's easier for you to read this information than to watch the video, you can see it in our written coverage here:
www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-plus-hybrid-mattress-collection-overview/
I hope that's helpful.
It is not at all firm, it's insanely soft! If you're 150lbs+ you're gonna really sink into it
@@miniaturepaws Wrong. It's very firm. I have the Highpoint Firm and it started giving me sever upper back and neck pain two months in.
I watched the whole video hoping to hear about the hybrid Paterson.
Hi there -- Thanks for your comment. Sorry we didn't cover that specific model in our Sealy overview video, however we did speak about it in our coverage of the Posturepedic Hybrid collection. You can find that here: www.goodbed.com/reviews/sealy-posturepedic-hybrid-mattress-preview/
I hope that's helpful.
@@goodbed I actually found that video right after 👌 thanks
@@shygirl1321 Great, glad to hear it! 😊
Mattress Shoppers: "Man I wish salesmen would actually do an in depth review of each mattress and explain every little detail so we actually understood all these confusing terms and differences in so many overwhelming options."
This guy: "Hold my beer, son."
Thank you? 😂
You have really good descriptions, but watching you keep running your hands over the top of the mattress over and over and over again was a little too much other than that it’s awesome
Thanks for the feedback! It does look like we had more shots of that in this one than normal.
Mattress selection... what a mess! The High Point Firm is a medium and the High Point Soft is a firm?! These companies need to do a better job at classifying their products :( Frustrating!
We get a LOT of questions on this exact situation with the High Points and have discussed this internally. While we do think the Soft feels oddly firm at first contact, and a number of other readers have corroborated this finding. That said, we also think the Soft will likely change more over time, so eventually it may even soften a bit more than the Firm.
It's confusing, but if you go into a store where these are both present and already broken-in you may be able to get a better sense of what we're describing. I hope that helps.
@@goodbed thank you for the reply!
The cooling feature is nonexistent. This bed runs hot after laying for a 2 hour movie. The bed is hot
Hi. There are many models in the Posturepedic plus Hybrid line, so it would be helpful to other readers if you mention which exact model you are referring to. Thanks!
I have the Sealy Posturepedic Hybrid Highpoint Cal King in Firm. I’m actually trying to find something different because it is just so uncomfortable. I am using a Tempur-Pedic Ergo Adjustable frame in Cal King.
@@whyisitimportant. not firm enough or just uncomfortable period?
Honestly, all beds with memory form run hot. I love the feel of the TempurPedic, but that bed is really hot.
2022 Cal king for 2100 smh
So "firm" really isn't firm anymore.
Hey there! It really depends on the brand. These particular firm models are not super firm, though there are plenty of firm models out there from Sealy and other brands, some of which are even classified as soft by their manufacturer. So if you are making the point that there is no universal standard that manufacturers use to classify their models, then this is certainly a true statement. While it may be a bit more true now given the wider variety of available mattresses, it has always been true to some extent.
Hope that helps.
Don't buy a mattress that has ANY memory foam. But 100% latex beds. Period. End of story.
This is certainly a strategy that works well for some people! Latex is a very durable material and typically lasts a very long time. However, not everyone likes the feel of latex. We find that it's about a fifty/fifty thing.
Glad that it seems to have worked well for you though!