Our Leesa Original vs. Leesa Sapira Hybrid Bed Comparison for 2024

Written by Olivera Jancikin, Content Writer

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Leesa Original vs. Leesa Sapira Hybrid: which Leesa mattress is right for you? Let our experts help you decide.

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Have you decided you want a Leesa mattress but can’t decide on the model? This bed-in-a-box brand offers several different all-foam and hybrid beds, but the Leesa Original and Leesa Sapira Hybrid stand out as the two most popular options.

The Sapira Hybrid recently underwent a name change, but the design remained the same. Previously known as Leesa Hybrid, this bed offers all the perks you can expect from a hybrid mattress. On the other side of the ring, we have the Leesa Original — a memory foam mattress that combines different foams to deliver excellent pressure relief and motion isolation.

In this Leesa Original vs. Leesa Sapira Hybrid comparison, we’ll compare the two, by diving into their cooling abilities, materials, construction, firmness, feel, and much more.

Comparing Firmness, Support & Feel

Firmness

We rate firmness on a scale of 1 to 10, which helps you get a better idea of how a bed feels. We rated the Leesa Original mattress a 5.5 out of 10 on our firmness scale, which means it has medium firmness. Most people should experience it as slightly softer than the Sapira Hybrid.

The Leesa Sapira Hybrid mattress feels a little firmer, so we’d say it’s at a 6 out of 10 on our scale.

Support

The Leesa Original mattress offers unique support by contouring your body and adapting to your movement. The mattress has a middle layer made from memory foam and then another layer made from dense foam. The two give excellent support for the heaviest parts of the body, preventing the hips and shoulders from sinking into the bed.

The Sapira Hybrid mattress has more than 1,000 coils in its support layer. This ensures firmer support, especially useful for back and stomach sleeping.

Feel

The Original mattress feels soft to the touch, but you’ll notice how the top layer is springy and responsive right when you lie on it. The deeper you sink, the slower the response, so don’t expect too much bounce once you settle in.

The Sapira Hybrid feels bouncier as it has coils in the support layer. The top of the bed allows a gentle contour around the curves and pressure points, making this bed good for those with pressure buildup.

Comparing Sinkage and Bounce

These Lessa beds offer similar sinkage because they have a similar firmness. Plus, both models have memory foam in the top layers, offering a gentle contour for optimal pressure relief. Although some people may sink deeper, depending on their weight, they’re unlikely to feel trapped in either of these Leesa beds.

Things are a little different when it comes to bounce. The Sapira Hybrid is bouncier toward the bottom of the bed, where the coils are. On the other hand, the Original mattress has a bit of a bounce as well, but it’s closer to the top. The rest of the bed is slow-responding.

Comparing Motion Transfer

The Leesa Original mattress is made entirely of foam, so it has better motion isolation than the Sapira Hybrid. The top poly foam is a bit bouncy, but the memory foam layer underneath cancels out most of that bounce, preventing motion from transferring from one side to the other.

Nonetheless, the Sapira Hybrid should also be good for couples and co-sleepers looking for good motion isolation. The bed has memory foam above the coils to absorb some movement and prevent the bounce from getting out of hand. Plus, the coils are individually-wrapped, which also helps isolate motion.

Comparing Cooling

Both beds have memory foam, but you should be good with either, even if you’re a hot sleeper. The all-foam model has memory foam in the middle, located under the breathable comfort layer. This helps promote breathability so that the memory foam in this bed doesn’t overheat. Plus, the cover is also breathable, so you’re unlikely to feel the heat building up around your body.

The Sapira Hybrid should feel cooler as it has spring coils, but that may not be the case. Although it has a breathable cover, coils that promote airflow, and an aerated top layer, this hybrid doesn’t feel as cooling as other similar hybrids.

Interested in learning more? See our pick for the best cooling mattresses.

Comparing Construction (Materials & Quality)

Leesa Original Construction

The Leesa Original mattress has three foam layers standing at 10 inches tall. The cover is gray with white strips, common for most Leesa beds. What stands out is how thick the cover feels, giving off a feel of durability and endurance. In addition, it has a zipper for easy removal should you want to clean it.

• The comfort layer is two inches tall and made from poly foam. Poly foam is cooler than memory foam, so you shouldn’t feel any overheating on the bed’s surface. This layer allows a gentle contour for pressure relief and a bit of a bounce for easy repositioning.
• The transition layer is made from a 2-inch memory foam that enhances cradling and pressure relief for those who sleep on the side. However, it’s a bit firmer so that you don’t bottom out to the base layer.
• The base layer is 6 inches of poly foam designed to support your body, ensuring the upper layers perform at their peak.

Leesa Sapira Hybrid Construction

The Sapira Hybrid has a soft knit cover made from polyester. You can remove the cover for washing, but make sure to spot-clean or use a delicate cycle if you must. The mattress stands at 11 inches, featuring five layers of foams and coils.

• The top layer features 1.5 inches of aerated cooling top foam with pinholes that help with temperature regulation. This material has a quick response and bounce, making it easy to reposition.
• The comfort layer is made from 1.5-inch memory foam that contours the body for pressure relief.
• The transition layer has an inch of support foam that presents a barrier between the coils and comfort layers, ensuring you don’t feel the springs under you.
• The support layer is 6 inches tall, featuring over 1,000 individually-pocketed coils that go from one edge to the other. These provide equal support in the edges as they do in the center of the bed.
• The base has an inch of stabilizing foam that adds durability and stability.

Comparing Company Policies & Price

• Warranty – Leesa offers a 10-year warranty with both beds.
• Shipping – Shipping is the same for Leesa Original and Leesa Sapira Hybrid. The company ships them for free to all 50 states, and there’s also white glove delivery for additional 199 dollars.
• Trial Period – The Original and Sapira Hybrid come with a 100-night trial.
• Returns – Shoppers can return both beds for free. However, they must keep them for at least 30 nights before initiating a return.
• Price – The Leesa Original is more affordable than the Leesa Sapira Hybrid mattress, so it may be better for budget shoppers.

Size	Leesa Original Price (w/o discount)	Leesa Sapira Hybrid Price (w/o discount)
Twin	$849	$1,349
Twin XL	$899	$1,399
Full	$1,099	$1,699
Queen	$1,299	$1,999
King	$1,599	$2,299
Cali King	$1,599	$2,299