As with all mattress reviews and comparisons on Mattress-Reviews.com, Novosbed tests major online mattress brands in order to continually update and improve its own products. Analyzing the builds, brands, and specifications of competitor mattresses ensures Novosbed always offers the best possible value to its customers.

To provide a consistent benchmark for our tests, we commission third-party engineers to test every mattress in the exact same way. You can view the methodology of testing and the APEGA-stamped results document here.

Without further ado, our Leesa Mattress Review:

Company Overview	Leesa
Launched:	2014
Price (Queen):	$995 USD $1,290 CAD
Available in:	USA Canada UK Germany
Made in:	USA
Trial length:	100 nights
Warranty:	10 years

Founded in 2014 in the United States, the Leesa mattress is available to customers across America, Canada, Britain, and Germany. The Leesa mattress is one of the most well-known bed-in-a-box mattresses in the U.S. and has made a name for themselves through their philanthropic efforts and social impact. They have also gained attention by partnering with leading swimmer, Michael Phelps, leading gymnast, Aly Raisman, and the Washington Redskins of the NFL.

Delivery, Trial, Returns	Leesa
Shipping cost:	Free shipping
Shipping time:	2–8 days
Sleep trial length	100 nights
Return ease:	Company picks up
Refund:	Yes, full refund
Additional fees:	$100 return fee for Alaska & Hawaii

Thanks to modern compression methods and the rising popularity of the bed-in-a-box, mattresses can now be shipped far more efficiently and conveniently than ever before. Customers no longer need to take a day off work to accept a delivery. Boxed beds are now delivered with the same convenience as most Amazon orders. Some bed-in-a-box companies even offer same-day delivery to certain areas.

Leesa uses specialist logistics companies like UPS to deliver the Leesa mattress directly to customers’ doors throughout the United States and Canada. In some cases, the delivery can even be left on a porch or deck while the customer is away from home. Shipping is free to Canada and the U.S., and Leesa customers can expect their new mattress to be delivered within 2 to 8 business days.

Like many bed-in-a-box companies, Leesa heavily promotes their mattress sleep trial. At 100-nights, this sleep trial is average in length. Should the customer choose to return the Leesa mattress during the sleep trial, the company offers free mattress pick-up and a full refund.

There is an exception to this policy: customers who wish to return their Leesa mattress from Alaska or Hawaii will have to pay a $100 USD return fee.

It is worth noting that Mattress-Reviews.com did not complete the return process, but received this information via the ‘Live Chat’ function on Leesa’s website.

Out of the Box	Leesa
Delivered in a box:	Yes
Box dimensions:	15.5" x 15.5" x 45"
Box opening:	Scissors required
Box/mattress fitting:	Loose
Protection layers:	3
Expansion time:	48 hours

The Leesa mattress was delivered to us within the expected delivery time. A pair of scissors or a knife was needed to open the packaging. To avoid harm to yourself or your new purchase, remember to be extra careful when using sharp objects to open the box.

Once opened, the compressed mattress is easy to remove from the box. We recommend a ‘tip-and-pull’ motion to slowly slide the mattress out from its cardboard container. Simply tip the box from a vertical position down onto its side, and then pull the lightweight box away from the bundled mattress. It’s most efficient to do this process in the room where you intend to use the mattress.

The Leesa mattress is protected with three layers of plastic.

Customers will need to unwrap the outer layer in order to unroll the mattress, which will still be in its compressed form. Some helpful advice at this stage is to place the rolled up mattress onto the designated bed frame. Next, like the end of a roll of tape, find and peel back the outer layer of plastic. You can use the momentum of unrolling the compressed mattress along the bed frame to help remove the rest of this layer, which could be up to a few meters long. After completing this process, the mattress will be lying unrolled before you.

Next, cut the final layer of plastic. The vacuum seal now broken, the mattress will begin to decompress. Remove this final layer of plastic as the mattress expands to its full height. For the Leesa mattress, full expansion took around 48 hours. This means people who purchase a Leesa mattress should not expect to sleep on it for the first few nights.

Construction	Leesa
Mattress height:	10"
Number of layers:	3
Comfort layer:	2” Avena® foam
Transition layer:	2" Memory foam
Support layer	6" Support foam
Cover materials:	Polyester, Lycra
Machine washable:	No
Made in:	USA

The Leesa mattress is a combination foam mattress. By combining different foam types, densities, and firmness levels, Leesa has designed a configuration that offers good comfort, cooling, and support.

The Leesa mattress is available only in one firmness option.This is standard for the ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach commonly used by bed-in-a-box companies.

Leesa Mattress Layers

The Leesa mattress contains three layers of foam. Like many of the combination foam mattresses on the market today, each layer of foam in the Leesa mattress works with the others to provide an overall level of comfort and support.

1. The first layer of the Leesa mattress is 2 inches of perforated Avena^® foam. This material is designed to provide airflow, bounce, and comfort. Foam density: 3.65 lbs/ft³.
2. The second transitional layer of the Leesa mattress is 2 inches of slow-responding memory foam. This layer works with the comfort layer to provide an additional level of body contouring and pressure-point relief. Foam density: 3 lbs/ft³.
3. The final layer of foam is a 6-inch support layer which gives the mattress its structure and prevents sleepers from sinking in too far. Foam density: 1.8 lbs/ft³. (Most foam mattresses have a support layer density of between 1.5 lbs/ft³ and 2 lbs/ft³.)

Remember, higher-density foams like those used in Novosbed and Tempur-Pedic will generally have a longer life expectancy than their lower-density counterparts.

Leesa Mattress Cover

Leesa is one of the best-looking mattresses on the market. Its polyester and lycra white-on-grey cover is modern, stylish, and very soft. Despite its zipper, the topside is not machine washable. Nonetheless, this removable cover makes it easier to spot clean the Leesa mattress.

Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious when making purchases. Retailers both in and out of the mattress industry have been incorporating more eco-friendly and ethical policies when selling products and choosing suppliers. Novosbed Inc. carried out a survey in February 2017, discovering that almost 50% of Canadians are willing to spend more money for more environmentally friendly products. Therefore, in every review on Mattress-Reviews.com, we will highlight each mattress company’s green philosophy, as well as how prominent their policies are on their websites.

Eco-Friendliness	Leesa
Green policies:	BCorp certified; Partnered with Arbor Day Foundation
Social responsibility:	Returned mattresses are donated to charity
Box materials:	Bleached cardboard with blue ink
Foam materials:	Polyurethane
Cover materials:	Polyester, Lycra
CertiPUR-US®:	Yes
Green manufacturing:	Unknown

Feel & Firmness	Leesa
Feel:	Medium
Firmness:	4.3 / 10
Edge support:	7.3 / 10
Motion isolation:	6.1 / 10
Bounce:	3.6 / 10

Feel & Firmness

The Leesa mattress is a medium firmness mattress. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), it comes in at a 4.3 / 10 on the firmness scale. The Leesa mattress does not have excessive ‘hug,’ and the Avena^® foam comfort layer gives it a degree of softness as you lie down. Its layers of supportive foam ensure there is no excessive sinkage. This is normal for medium mattresses.

Motion Isolation

Motion isolation in foam mattresses is usually very good and one of the main reasons couples make the switch from innerspring to memory foam. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), minimal motion transfer was detected with the Leesa mattress; it scored 6.1 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.

Edge Support

Foam mattresses are not known for their edge support; in fact, it is often one of the main considerations for customers who are contemplating the move from innerspring mattresses to foam. That being said, According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Leesa ranks above average on the edge support scale with a 7.3 / 10 rating.

Bounce

Due to the fact that motion isolation for foam mattresses is very high, bounce is usually very low. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Leesa mattress ranks at 3.6 / 10 on the bounce scale.

Overview	Leesa
Price (Queen):	$995 USD $1,290 CAD
Available in:	USA Canada UK Germany
Made in:	USA
Trial length:	100 nights
Warranty:	10 years
Number of layers:	3
Cover materials:	Polyester, Lycra
Machine washable:	No
Green policies:	BCorp certified; Partnered with Arbor Day Foundation
Feel:	Medium
Firmness:	4.3 / 10
Edge support:	7.3 / 10
Motion isolation:	6.1 / 10
Bounce:	3.6 / 10
Where to buy:	Online

Remember, Mattress-Reviews.com is owned, operated, and paid for by Novosbed Inc. and advertises the Novosbed, Douglas and Logan & Cove mattress brands. The following is strictly our competitive opinion:

The Leesa is a memory foam mattress trying to distinguish itself in a crowded and competitive field. From their list of athlete endorsements, including Michael Phelps and Aly Raisman, to their distinct cover design, the Leesa certainly wants mattress shoppers to take notice. It’s a good overall mattress, and one that will definitely please those looking for a simple, three-layer combination foam bed with a soft sleep surface.

However, in the higher price segment, Leesa will need to rely heavily on its attractive exterior, social initiatives, and marketing campaigns to entice customers away from its luxury bed-in-a-box competitors. The Leesa can be quickly picked out of a pile of mattresses, but its sleep trial, warranty length, and range of firmness options trial those of some of its top competitors.