Avocado vs. Saatva Mattress Comparison for 2024

Written by Jill Zwarensteyn, Editor

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Avocado vs. Saatva: what is the best mattress for you? Our experts dive into the key differences between this hybrid and innerspring mattress.

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What’s the difference between a hybrid and an innerspring?

Our Avocado and Saatva comparison will help you learn the differences between the two so you can determine which construction best suits your needs. The Avocado is a hybrid model that has been designed by a company that believes in organic and natural products, along with putting customers’ needs first. As for the Saatva, a classic innerspring mattress, it was created to offer a high end feel at a budget-friendly price.

Read on for our Avocado vs Saatva comparison to see if you would be better suited on a hybrid or an innerspring.

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Comparing Firmness, Support & Feel

Firmness

We rate firmness on a scale from 1 to 10, with one being soft as a cloud. The Avocado and the luxury firm Saatva model are comparable in this area. The Avocado scores a 7, while the Luxury Firm Saatva rates at a 6.5

Therefore, when lying on these beds, most folks will experience a medium firmness which would make these beds good choices for a large variety of sleepers as they won’t be seen as too hard or too soft.

Support

Both the Avocado and the Saatva have solid and balanced support thanks in particular to the coils that are used. The hybrid model uses zoned coils that also allow enough pressure relief that side sleepers are likely to feel comfortable while receiving good spinal alignment. The Saatva uses dual-coil construction. The upper springs are designed to compress individually under a person’s weight, providing contouring and motion isolation while the lower coils stand firm for extra support.

Feel

Lying on the hybrid, shoppers will notice natural temperature regulation thanks to the wool inside the cover. The upper materials are meant to provide pressure relief, but those who want a bit more cushion between themselves and the supportive coils can add the optional Euro top.

The innerspring promises a plush initial feel provided by the Euro top, which is met by a dual-coil construction. The upper springs are designed to compress individually under a person’s weight, providing contouring and motion isolation.

Comparing Sinkage and Bounce

Sleepers shouldn’t experience much sinkage with the Avocado or the Saatva. Both beds are likely to wrap sleepers in a gentle cradle that will allow them to move easily without feeling stuck.

When it comes to bounce, both the Avocado and the Saatva offer ample levels of bounce.
This can help folks to reposition easily and help prevent them from feeling stuck or hindered by the foam. Combination sleepers or those who struggle with overall mobility may be better suited with the Saatva as it has two coil units that can help make movement easier.

Comparing Motion Transfer

The springs inside each mattress may allow some motion to travel throughout the coil systems, which could be disruptive to shoppers with restless partners or who share their bed with wiggly pets. Thankfully, the pocketed design and layers of foam help to absorb some of this movement, isolating it and reducing these nightly interruptions.

Most shoppers will do well on either mattress, but the connected coils in the lower spring system in the innerspring mattress may allow some motion to travel throughout that layer. Very sensitive (sleepers might prefer the hybrid as it offers a little bit more motion control.

Comparing Cooling

The cover on the Avocado mattress is made of breathable organic cotton, and directly under that is a layer of natural New Zealand wool. These two materials help regulate a sleeper’s body temperature. Additionally, the first layer of an Avocado mattress is made from two inches of dunlop latex which help keep the bed temperature neutral. The Saatva relies on innersprings which will allow air to flow and circulate freely. The coils keep the bed cool because unlike beds made with dense foam, heat isn’t easily trapped within the mattress.

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Comparing Construction (Materials & Quality)

Avocado Construction

The Avocado is 11 inches high and features a soft and breathable organic cotton covering. This mattress includes two heavy-duty handles on each side for ease of installation and positioning.

• The layer under the cover is made from 2 inches of Dunlop latex, which is sourced from natural, sustainable products, and is processed with no additional chemicals. Additionally, the Dunlop latex is more heat resistant than other types of foam.
• The next layer of this bed consists of 8-inch supportive upcycled steel coils. These coils are individually wrapped and are tailored to provide targeted pressure relief and support. They also encourage airflow.
• Beneath the coils you will find 1 inch of the Dunlop latex that is a higher density than the latex used in the second layer, which makes it slightly firmer.
• The perimeter is reinforced with stronger coils to provide additional edge support.

Saatva Construction

Saatva mattresses are available in heights of 11.5 inches tall or 14.5 inches. They are covered with naturally breathable cotton. The cotton cover is stitched to a Euro top made from a 1.25-inch layer of pressure relieving foam. The fabric is treated to give it anti-microbial properties.

• Directly beneath the Euro top, is a layer of memory foam that was specifically designed to offer targeted lumbar support and relieve back tension. This is a unique layer that has a considerably different feel from the rest of the mattress.
• After the layer of back supporting foam, you’ll find another layer of foam that will help transition you to a layer of coils made of recycled steel.
• The lower layer consists of 7-inch high steel support coils that are shaped like hourglasses. They help prevent sagging and provide support. In addition, the coil-on-coil design helps with air circulation and gives the bed a good amount of bounce.

Comparing Company Policies & Price

• Warranty – The Avocado offers a substantial 25-year warranty, but the Saatva provides a lifetime warranty.
• Shipping – You’ll receive free shipping and professional installation within the continental United States with Saatva. Shipping can be arranged to Alaska and Hawaii, but you’ll have to contact the company directly to arrange that. As for Avocado, they offer free shipping to all 50 states, and in-home delivery is available in the contiguous states for an additional fee.
• Trial Period – With both the Avocado and Saatva mattresses, you will be able to sleep on your mattress for 365-nights to ensure that you find it dreamy.
• Returns – If you decide to return the Saatva during the trial period, the company will pick up the mattress. You will be given a full refund except for a $99 transportation fee. As long as you keep the Avocado for 30-nights you will not garner any early return fees, and if you contact the company they will process a full refund and coordinate a mattress donation.
• Price – The prices for the two mattresses are fairly comparable. The twin model of the Avocado is considerably more expensive than the Saatva counterpart, but the rest of the models are all within around $200 of each other.

Size	Avocado Price (w/o discount)	Saatva Price (w/o discount)
Twin	$1,399	$995
Twin XL	$1,499	$1,355
Full	$1,699	$1,895
Queen	$1,999	$1,995
King	$2,599	$2,445
Cali King	$2,599	$2,445
Split King	n/a	$2,710
Split Cali King	n/a	$2,710