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Casper vs IdleSleep In Depth Comparison

From our experts

• Construction
• Durability
• Cooling
• Warrenty
• Back pain
• Sleep Type
• Dimension
• Conclusion

Construction

Casper Mattresses8.9

Original Hybrid Mattress

The construction of this mattress is in four distinct layers, each serving a purpose.

Details

Polyurethane Top Layer

On the first layer is a polyurethane foam which is breathable and allows for cooling.

Memory Foam Layer

Beneath the polyurethane foam lies a memory foam which is unique in spine alignment while serving as a supporting layer.

Polyurethane Supporting Layer

Another polyurethane foam is second to the last layer. This one screams of more quality and firmness than the one atop the layers. This is due to its position in the supporting layers.

Hybrid Base Layer

Underneath the three layers of this mattress is a hybrid polyurethane foam with innersprings for reinforced support.

Wave Hybrid Mattress

With special attention given to coolness and comfort, this mattress comes in 5 unique layers.

Details

Polyurethane Top Layer

At the top of the descending layers of this mattress, there is a polyurethane foam which is breathable with a special Cooling technology – AirScape. Undeniably, coolness is a given here.

Original Latex Layer

Just beneath the polyurethane gracing the top as cover is another layer of foam sourced from natural latex for added softness and comfort.

Memory Foam Layer

Sitting at the layer is a memory foam significant for contouring and back support.

Polyurethane Supporting Layer with Gel Pods

Just before the last layer is another not too rigid polyurethane foam serving as supporting layer. It’s not alone. Paired alongside gel pods, it’s renewed softness, more comfort and better spine alignment for the sleeper.

Original Polyurethane Hybrid Foundation

At the foot of it all, lies a hybrid foam made of original Polyurethane foam and innersprings for even more support. The springs create a bouncy feel and aids more air flow.

Nova Hybrid Mattress.

This mattress features 7 layers of support all in the foundation layer and all incorporated into four basic layers which include:

Polyurethane Top Layer

As seen in the other brands, a breathable Polyurethane foam sits at the top most layer providing non-stop air flow and cooling effect.

Zoned Polyurethane Foam

At the second layer is a zoned polyurethane foam that is equally breathable and soft.

Contoured Memory Foam

At the third layer of this mattress construction is a contoured Memory foam to contour the body perfectly and serve the back sleeper well.

Hybrid Foundation

At the base layer is a hybrid combination of Polyurethane foam and individually wrapped coils for extra lift and maximum air flow.

IdleSleep Mattresses8.9

Idle Hybrid

Typical of Hybrids, this mattress comes with support coils and foams in one excellent mix. The construction of this mattress is in five active layers.

Details

Thermocool Cover

The plush white cover overlaying the first layer is a thermocool fabric that is sensitive to temperature and adjust to suit the body’s needs. This implies that, when the climate is hot, the cover feels cool and when the climate is cool,  feels warm.

Beneath this cover is a fire-proof barrier. This barrier is made without any petroleum-based nylon or polyester. Like its name, it’s a shield for the mattress against fire accidents.

Contouring Foam

The first layer begins with an inch of Idle contouring foam which is weaved into the cover for redefined comfort and plushness.

Buoyancy Foam

This buoyancy foam is exclusive to Idle. It’s a 2″ cooling foam reputed for responding faster than the average memory foam. It also triples as a pressure relief and support foam while helping to facilitate a cooler sleep.

Transition Layer Support Foam

An inch of transition foam acts as a support base and the bridge between the upper layers and the coils beneath down to the core.

Pocketed Coils

6″ of individually pocketed quantum edge-to-edge coils provide massive support and isolates motion transfer. This means that the movement of your partner on the mattress won’t interrupt your beauty sleep.

These coils also provide edge support ensuring that you are comfortable on the edges and don’t feel like sliding off.

Carry Handles and Flip Side

All Idle mattresses come with double sides, you can flip and obtain the same layer. And then there’s a handle to encourage easy carriage.

Idle All Natural Latex

For lovers of all-natural products, this one fits the bill. It comes in two variants – the Dunlop Latex and the Talalay Latex. The idle latex mattress which is also a hybrid mattress features a 5-layer construction.

Details

Premium Cover and Yarn Rosettes

The cover takes the lead on the all-natural style. Eco-friendly organic cotton wraps the entire construction and is breathable for maximum air flow.

In the stead of glues, double button tufting mild yarn rosettes grip the layers of this mattress in one piece. This option proves to be durable than glue.

And to set things in motion for optimal comfort, this cover has an inch of natural wool quilted into it for additional comfort and plushness. This wool also doubles as a fire-proof barrier.

Pure Latex Layer

Here, the natural Talalay (this will be Dunlop if Talalay wasn’t your choice) latex provides 3″ of support. It features an open-cell technology for breathability. It also comes with anti-microbial properties and is naturally hypoallergenic. This translates to healthy sleep.

Transition Support Layer

This layer serves as the bridge between the upper and lower layers of this mattress. It balances the tension on both layers.

Pocketed Coils

Over a thousand smart support coils rising up to 6″ provides reinforced support for this mattress and limit the effect of motion transfer.

These coils also provide edge-to-edge support so you don’t roll and skid off the mattress onto the floor.

Carry Handles and Double Side

Typical of all Idle Mattresses is the double-side feature. This is made to prolong the lifespan of the mattress. When you’ve enjoyed one side for a while, you can flip to the other side and continue from where you stopped in the pleasant sleep experience. Handles ensure hitch-free handling.

 

Idle Plush

This mattress is the chief of all gel foams. Super soft and embedded with cooling gel for the best heat-free sleep. It features a 5-layer construction.

Construction Details

Ice Fabric Cover and Buoyancy Foam

The cover is a quilted one with gel woven into it’s surface for coolness. It’s a replaceable cover for the buoyancy foam. It is made from 500GSM pure cotton that gives it a luxury feel.

This cover wraps an inch of buoyancy foam which is a custom-made blended foam. It is blended with gel and this promotes swift response, facilitates pressure relief, and cools the body.

Fire Resistant Barrier

There’s a layer immersed in this construction and wrapped with natural cotton. It serves as an all-natural stronghold against fire attacks. It’s free from all sorts of synthetic materials.

Gel Infused Buoyancy Foam

This 3″ layer infused with gel provides better pressure relief relative to memory foam and adds to the coolness of this mattress.

Idle Memory Foam

A layer of Idle’s exclusive memory foam is featured here. This memory foam is unique and way better than conventional memory foam. It does not retain heat and responds faster (thermal neutrality). This rapid response returns your mattress back to it original shape after you leave it.

High-Density Core Support Foam

At the foot of the entire layers, this 8″ high-density foam serves as a stable base for durability. This base surpasses that of other brands with 1″ in height and it’s 2.4lb core density makes it more durable – beating the market standards.

Removable Base Cover

This base comes with it’s own cover. You can remove and wash it to keep it fresh.

Idle Gel Foam Mattress

The idle mattress arrives in 5 unique levels of prime support and comfort. Exceeding industry standards by 1″ in height, this mattress is the frontier in the conventional memory foam industry.

Construction details

Temperature Sensitive Quilted Cover

A premium grade 450GSM quilted cover graces the first layer of this mattress. It is removable and thus washable. This cover is engineered to work in alignment with the thermal sensitivity of the body, thus keeping you cool while it’s hot and keep you hot while it’s cold.

Organic Fire Resistant Barricade

This fire-proof layer is made of 100% cotton, making it an all-natural barrier against fire mishaps.

Cooling Buoyancy Foam

Every Idle mattress comes with its exclusive cooling buoyancy foam. It’s 3″ here with faster response, improved pressure relief support, and better cooling capacity.

Transition Support Foam

A 2″ layer of foam serves as the transition layer to balance the tension on both sides of the divide. This one is perforated for maximum breathability and is quite responsive.

High-Density Base Support Foam

Underneath the entire levels is a 7″ foam providing support and stability for all layers. This baselayer inched above conventional bases gives Idle a unique edge in the competition. Durability is sustained by this resilient base.

Base Cover

This base has its own cover with a zipper. You can remove and wash regularly.

Durability

Casper Mattresses8.7

All three mattresses from Casper are built with durable foams in their bases and in every other layer. This makes the question of durability negligible and to further to substantiate this, a warranty is in place.

IdleSleep Mattresses9.3

All Idle mattresses come with durable bases that strengthens durability. These bases outperform their counterparts in the industry with an extra inch and thus more durable.

Cooling and Comfort

Casper Mattresses8.7

Original Hybrid Mattress

To ensure maximum coolness is attained, the cover of this mattress come with a layer of Airscape foam which was intentionally made porous so it can be breathable. Breathability leads to increased air flow and coolness. The memory foam in the mix is soft and comforting as it contours your body frame carefully.

Wave Hybrid Mattress

A mixture of foam and coils is the perfect definition of comfort and coolness. But there’s more.

Here there are 3 layers of perforated foam which are sheer breathable. To further assure coolness is non-negotiable, there’s a cooling gel in the mix. The coils beneath gives you the added lift and the premium polyurethane foam ensures you feel cozy in it’s softness.

Nova Hybrid Mattress

There are two layers of this mattress that assures any sleeper of sheer comfort and coolness. The first layer is the Airscape layer that is soft and breathable. The other layer is split into 3 firmness level for back support.

With the Airscape technology in place, it’s non-stop cooling effect for any sleeper. It allows for maximum traffic of air in and out of the mattress due to its perforated surface. Thus cooling is achieved.

IdleSleep Mattresses9.4

Idle Hybrid

With the patented Idle Cooling Buoyancy foam, each sleep is a cool one. The thermocool cover on this mattress aligns itself to the thermal sensitivity of the body to keep the body cool whenever its hot and keep the body warm when it’s cold out there.

There’s also a contouring foam to hug the body in sheer comfort.

Idle All Natural Latex

Latex sleeps cool better than memory foam because it doesn’t trap heat. With this mattress, you get more springy feels with coils and latex. This takes comfort to a whole new level.

The pure latex layer of this mattress uses an open cell technology to keep it breathable while you get to sleep cool.

Idle Plush Hybrid

The king of all gel foams is certainly the most comfortable and coolest.

The patented cooling buoyancy foam is here to keep the sleeper cool at all times. This buoyancy foam is wrapped in Ice fabric cover which is soft and breathable for cool comfort.

The Idle Gel Foam Mattress

A temperature conscious cover aligns with the thermal capacity of the body to keep it cool when the temperature is hot and keep the body warm when the temperature is cool.

And the ever present buoyancy foam provides extra comfort and coolness.

Back Pain Support

Casper Mattresses8.7

Original Hybrid Mattress

With three zones dedicated for support, you can be rest assured that your spine and every other back related pains are considered in the construction of this mattress.

There is a rigid foam on the base layer with innersprings that helps to balance your spine properly. The memory foam also works for spine alignment while the sturdy original Polyurethane foam relieves pressure off your back.

Wave Hybrid Mattress

There are supportive gel pods immersed into the supporting layer of this mattress. They are intentionally positioned in the waist and lower back region to keep your spine in proper alignment while preventing them from sinking too low.

Nova Hybrid Mattress

The Nova Hybrid has a zoned memory foam that contours the back perfectly while emphasizing on the back and shoulders. This prevent the sleeper from sinking too deep while his/her weight is evenly distributed to reduce pressure on the back region. This back alignment feature is also supported by it’s hybrid construction of individually wrapped coils.

IdleSleep Mattresses9.1

All Idle mattresses come with it’s exclusive buoyancy foam that features a pressure alignment system to balance pressure on the back, shoulders, hips and neck. This pressure relief system ensures the proper ease of back pains.

Trial and Warrenty

Casper Mattresses8.8

All mattresses from Casper have a limited 100 nights usage for trial. Afterwards you can return your mattress and get your money back if you feel unsatisfied by the quality or witness any defects.

The mattresses also come with a limited 10 year warranty.

IdleSleep Mattresses9.4

The Idle sleep brand offer the longest trial ever – 18 long months of trial given on every purchase. If this extremely generous window for trial elapses and the customer is not yet convinced that the Idle mattress is ideal, the said customer can return the mattress and have a complete refund.

Despite the longest trial ever, the idle brand offers an unlimited warranty on its mattresses. Terms and conditions are involved.

Sleeping Type

Casper Mattresses8.8

Original Hybrid Mattress

This original hybrid mattress caters for the needs of every sleeper.

For side sleepers, the zoned support layer cuddles the shoulder and keeps the rest of the body especially the spine in proper alignment.

The back and stomach sleepers are not left out. This hybrid mattress sits on the medium firm position of the firmness scale and covers every kind of sleeper.

Wave Hybrid Mattress

At 6.5 on the firmness scale, the wave hybrid might not be the ideal one-firmness-fits-all sleepers kind of mattress.

Back Sleepers

For back sleepers, the coils beneath provide support and adequate firmness at the back coupled with a memory foam layer that contours perfectly. An additional latex layer limits sinkage to crown it all for back sleepers.

Side Sleepers

For side sleepers, this is also a great mattress so long as they are not too heavy.

Stomach Sleepers

For the stomach sleepers, this might not be the ideal mattress since it’s top layers are super soft and might not provide the needed firmness for their hips.

Nova Hybrid Mattress

The Nova hybrid mattress is on the medium soft range on the firmness scale.

For side and back sleepers, this mattress is ideal but for stomach sleepers, they might need to reconsider because this mattress might not grant them the extra support they need for their hips.

 

IdleSleep Mattresses9.4

Idle Hybrid

The idle hybrid mattress comes in two firmness levels – the medium firm and the luxury firm.

The medium firm is for side, stomach and back sleepers or sleepers who change positions randomly while they sleep.

The luxury firm is ideal for stomach sleepers.

Idle All-Natural Latex

The all-natural latex also comes in two firmness levels – medium firm and luxury firm.

Medium firm for every kind of sleeper and luxury firm exclusively for stomach sleepers.

Idle Plush

The idle plush is only on the medium firm level making it fit for every sleeper regardless of his/her preferred sleeping type. It sits in the 4.5 – 5.5 range favoring the side sleeper more.

Idle Gel Foam Mattress

The idle gel foam mattress similarly has one level of firmness – the medium firm. So it’s a great mattress for every kind of sleeper. It’s within the 5.5 – 7 range and tends to favor the stomach sleepers more.

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Conclusion

Idle Sleep and Casper are both brands with a handful of awards to encourage their resolution to make great mattresses.

Idle Sleep offers four different mattresses which include a hybrid, an all-natural foam, and a foam-based on gel entirely. Idle mattresses are ergonomic in design, comfortable with thermocool and buoyancy layers and supportive with coils.

Casper brings only 3 hybrid mattresses to the table and Idle beats Casper to the game with more pronounced comfort and support.