Casper Wave Hybrid mattress review

According to many sleepers, a traditional innerspring mattress simply doesn’t cut it anymore. Hybrid mattresses, on the other hand, have emerged as attractive alternatives given their unique construction and supportive designs.

The Casper Wave Hybrid mattress markets itself as the “best mattress for back pain.” Designed with ergonomic gel pads and zoned support, it promises “less aching and more sleeping” by placing the spine in optimal alignment. To boost comfort even more, the Casper Wave Hybrid aims to keep sleepers cool by circulating heat away from the body through breathable foam layers.

We wanted to see whether the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress offers a more supportive, comfortable sleeping experience, so we tested it for one year. Here’s what we found.

How we tested the Casper Wave Hybrid

We tested the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress with someone who has slept on the Leesa Legend Hybrid Mattress for a couple of years. They have also slept on memory foam, innerspring and other hybrid mattresses in the past.

Before using the Casper mattress, they ranked their sleep quality at 8 out of 10. While the tester did not report significant aches and pains, they expressed interest in finding a better balance of support and softness.

What is the Casper Wave Hybrid?

The Casper Wave Hybrid mattress has several layers that coordinate to provide responsive yet consistent support. It’s recommended for sleepers who experience back pain, though Casper claims the versatile design is suitable for all sleepers. The mattress is endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association.

How does the Casper Wave Hybrid work?

The Casper Wave Hybrid is compatible with most bed frames that have flat surfaces or wooden slats four inches apart or less. However, if your bed frame has metal or wooden slats more than four inches apart, you’ll need to use a box spring with the Casper mattress.

There is free, no-contact ground shipping for Casper Hybrid queen mattresses and smaller. In-home delivery and setup, available for all mattress sizes, costs $149 and includes mattress removal.

Casper Wave Hybrid features

Easy setup

We chose the no-contact delivery option, in which we were responsible for unboxing and setting up the mattress themselves. The Casper hybrid mattress was easy to unpack and mold into its regular shape.

Like many hybrid mattresses, including the ones featured in BestReviews’ buying guide, the Casper Wave Hybrid arrives with an industrial smell that requires off-gassing. We found it best to let it off-gas for as long as possible — ideally a few days — until the smell fully dissipated. To expedite the process, we used fans and opened windows.

Continuous support

The Casper Wave Hybrid offers continuous support with an upper gel layer, multiple layers of memory foam and resilient coils. There are ergonomic gel pads beneath the waist and lower back to prevent sinking and promote optimal spinal alignment.

We observed that the plush upper layer was cozy and comfortable without compromising on support. The deeper layers of the mattress, namely the gel pads and coils, delivered more support than our current mattress. In all, the Casper hybrid mattress has an ideal balance of firmness and softness.

Cooling construction

Given the Casper Wave Hybrid’s gel pods and breathable foam construction, the mattress is said to perform well for hot sleepers. In our experience, we found it was effective at maintaining a cool, comfortable temperature even in warmer weather.

Casper Wave Hybrid cost

The Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress, which is available in six sizes, costs $1,595 to $3,095. In-home delivery and setup cost $149 and include mattress removal. Eligible buyers may finance their purchase through Affirm for as little as $129 per month.

The Casper mattress comes with a 100-night risk-free trial and is backed by a 10-year limited warranty.

Where to buy the Casper Wave Hybrid

The Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress is available through Casper.

Casper Wave Hybrid pros

With zoned support, we think the Casper Wave Hybrid is a noticeable upgrade from traditional innerspring mattresses. The upper gel layer, appreciated for its cool-to-touch design, is preferred by many sleepers over pillow-top mattresses. We noticed the overall support of the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress was noticeably better than other hybrids we’ve tried.

Easy setup and delivery are high points of the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress. Compared to other mattress delivery experiences, it’s largely a no-stress process, and it was easy to maneuver the queen mattress into our bedroom on our own.

Casper Wave Hybrid cons

While we appreciated the memory foam layers of the Casper Wave Hybrid mattress, we would have liked for them to be a bit thicker. The mattress isn’t as soft as other memory foam mattresses, but it was ideal for us since we prefer more firmness.

Some consumers felt the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress develops pressure points over time. Others found the gel pods were uncomfortable and felt it was hard to find an ideal sleeping position.

Is the Casper Wave Hybrid worth it?

Based on our experience, we felt the Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress delivered on its promise of enhanced back support and a more comfortable night’s rest. It’s suitable for individuals looking for an ideal balance of comfort and support that may alleviate aches and pains, as well as those seeking no-hassle mattress delivery.

Sian Babish is a writer for BestReviews. BestReviews is a product review company with a singular mission: to help simplify your purchasing decisions and save you time and money.

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