Nest Bedding Mattress Reviews

I handled the rotation schedule. For my lower back, the Sparrow in Medium kept my hips from dropping while still letting my shoulders settle. Swapping the top layer made the comfort differences easy to feel.

Marcus Reed came in skeptical about cooling. He slept warmest on the Quail, but the Owl stayed consistently breathable—even during midday naps—thanks to the latex feel and airflow through the coils.

Carlos Alvarez zeroed in on alignment. He preferred firmer, flatter support and slept best on the Finch and the Firm side of the Raven. He disliked the Sparrow in Plush because his hips sank too far.

Mia Chen is our lightest tester and the quickest to notice shoulder pressure. The Sparrow in Plush gave her the easiest side-sleeping relief, and she also liked the Quail’s softer surface. The Finch still felt too pushy for her.

Jenna Brooks and Ethan Cole evaluated motion. The Quail muted movement best. On the hybrids, you can feel a partner shift—most noticeably on the Owl, which has a lively bounce.

Jamal Davis cares about responsiveness. He hated feeling stuck and picked the Owl as his favorite because rolling over took no effort. He also liked how quickly the Sparrow recovered after movement.

To keep the playing field level, we followed the same protocol on every mattress and ran tests after a short break-in. Here’s what we measured:

1. Thermal regulation: We mapped surface heat with thermal tools and noted how quickly the bed cooled back down after getting up.
2. Motion isolation: We used weight drops and partner-movement checks to see how much vibration traveled across the surface.
3. Pressure relief: Each tester spent time on their side and back, noting pressure at shoulders, hips, and lower back.
4. Edge support: We measured sinkage while sitting and lying near the perimeter to see how stable the edges felt.
5. Responsiveness: We checked how quickly the foam or latex bounced back and how easy it was to change positions.
6. Spinal alignment: We photographed posture on the side and back to confirm whether hips and shoulders stayed level.

Our Testing Experience

We started with the Sparrow because it’s Nest Bedding’s flagship hybrid. The zippered top lets you swap the comfort layer, so you can choose Plush, Medium, or Firm without replacing the whole mattress.

On the Medium setup, we got a cushioned pillow-top feel for shoulders and hips, but the coil unit kept us from sinking too far through the bed.

Switching to Plush made side sleeping feel noticeably gentler—Mia felt immediate shoulder relief. Dr. Adrian Walker also liked the adjustable approach, especially for couples. The tradeoffs are practical: it’s heavy to rotate, the Plush edges compress more when you sit, and we noticed a light off-gassing scent for about two days.

What we liked

• You can swap the comfort layer instead of replacing the mattress.
• Medium felt balanced for mixed sleep positions.
• Better motion control than most hybrids we’ve tested.
• Split-firmness option helps when partners want different feels.

Who it is best for

• Couples who want an adjustable feel over time.
• Combination sleepers who rotate between positions.
• Side sleepers who prefer a softer top without losing support.

Where it falls short

• Heavy to rotate or move.
• Edges soften most on the Plush feel.
• Light off-gassing for the first couple of days.

Pros & Cons

Details

• Price: ~$2,132 (Queen)

• Firmness: Plush (3), Medium (5), Firm (7) — adjustable

• Sizes: Twin through California King (split options available)

• Materials: Energex™ foam, pocketed coils

• Cooling: Thermic phase-change cover

• Warranty: Lifetime warranty; Lifetime Renewal Exchange program

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Our Testing Experience

The Owl feels like a classic latex hybrid—buoyant, quick to respond, and cooler than the all-foam bed. When we lay down, our hips stayed higher and the surface pushed back instead of letting us sink.

Marcus, who runs hot, noticed the biggest difference here: the Owl stayed breathable through the night. Jamal also loved how effortless it felt to roll over on the latex-and-coil combo.

For Mia, the tradeoff was firmness. Even the Plush feel landed firmer than the Sparrow Plush, and the pressure relief felt more like “lift and distribute” than a deep cradle. You’ll also feel more partner movement here than on the foam beds.

What we liked

• Ran the coolest in our lineup thanks to latex airflow.
• Fast response makes changing positions easy.
• Support felt stable and “lifted,” not sinky.
• Latex should hold up well over time.

Who it is best for

• Hot sleepers who want strong airflow.
• People who like a buoyant, springy surface.
• Sleepers who dislike the slow sink of memory foam.

Where it falls short

• More motion transfer than all-foam beds.
• Can feel lively or firm for very light side sleepers.
• Typically priced higher than the Quail.

Pros & Cons

Details

• Price: ~$2,346 (Queen)

• Firmness: Plush (4), Medium (6), Firm (8)

• Sizes: Twin through California King

• Materials: organic latex, wool, pocketed coils

• Cooling: excellent natural airflow

• Warranty: Lifetime warranty

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Our Testing Experience

The Finch is the coil-free option in this lineup, built around a latex-forward feel. On the Medium setup, it came across steady and supportive, with less of a pillow-top sink and more of an even, held-up surface.

Carlos loved it for back sleeping. His hips stayed level, and he didn’t get the hammock dip that softer foams can create. The surface also felt secure when sitting.

For Mia, it bordered on too firm on her side—latex still pushes back, even on the softer setup. Ethan, on the other hand, liked how easy it was to move around: no stuck feeling at all.

What we liked

• Most consistent, steady support in the group.
• Latex responds quickly, so repositioning is easy.
• Quiet, solid feel with no coil bounce.
• Latex-forward build should be durable long term.

Who it is best for

• Back sleepers who want stable alignment.
• Sleepers who prefer a firmer, “on top of the bed” feel.
• Latex fans and allergy-sensitive sleepers.

Where it falls short

• Less contouring at shoulders and hips than plush hybrids.
• Very heavy and hard to move.
• May feel too firm for lighter side sleepers.

Pros & Cons

Details

• Price: ~$2,349 (Queen)

• Firmness: Medium, Firm (swappable layer)

• Sizes: Twin through California King

• Materials: natural latex

• Cooling: very good

• Warranty: Lifetime warranty

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Our Testing Experience

The Quail (formerly Love & Sleep) is the simplest bed we tested: an all-foam option designed to keep the price down. On the Medium feel, it came across firmer than many “memory foam” beds, with a quicker rebound instead of a slow, sinking melt.

That worked best for lighter sleepers. Mia got comfortable pressure relief on her side while still feeling supported. Marcus, who’s heavier, pushed past the comfort layer faster and could feel the base more quickly, which made the mattress feel less stable to him.

For couples, the Quail did well—the foam muted movement better than the hybrids. The downside was the edge: sitting on the corner to tie shoes made the foam compress and feel unstable.

What we liked

• Lower-cost entry point in the lineup.
• Strong motion isolation for couples.
• Quicker foam response makes it easier to change positions.
• Lighter and easier to move than the hybrids.

Who it is best for

• Guest rooms and occasional-use bedrooms.
• Budget shoppers who still want good motion control.
• Lighter adults who don’t need extra-robust support.

Where it falls short

• Edges compress when sitting or sleeping near the side.
• Not supportive enough for many heavier sleepers.
• Can sleep warmer than the latex options.

Pros & Cons

Details

• Price: ~$1,299 (Queen)

• Firmness: Medium, Firm

• Sizes: Twin through California King

• Materials: Energex™ foam, SmartFlow base

• Cooling: average

• Warranty: Lifetime warranty

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Our Testing Experience

The Raven is the only flippable model we tested. One side is Medium and the other is Firm, which helps when you’re not sure what feel you want long term (or when the mattress is for guests). The Medium side felt like a more supportive cousin of the Quail, with coils you can actually feel working underneath.

Carlos favored the Firm side for back sleeping. It felt rigid and straight, closer to the Finch’s support but with more spring from the coil unit.

Motion transfer was more noticeable than on the Quail—Jenna could feel Ethan getting in and out. The main downside is simple: flipping it takes effort, and doing it solo feels like a workout.

What we liked

• Two distinct firmness options in one mattress.
• Supportive coil base feels stable on both sides.
• Better edge support than the all-foam Quail.
• Responsive surface that’s easy to move on.

Who it is best for

• Guest rooms and sleepers who want a “two feels in one” setup.
• Back sleepers who like a firmer, flatter surface.
• Anyone unsure whether Medium or Firm will work best.

Where it falls short

• Bulky to flip, especially alone.
• More partner movement than an all-foam mattress.
• Thinner comfort layers can feel firm for side sleepers.

Pros & Cons

Details

• Price: ~$1,868 (Queen)

• Firmness: Medium / Firm (flippable)

• Sizes: Twin through California King

• Materials: gel memory foam, pocketed coils

• Cooling: good

• Warranty: Lifetime warranty

Review Score

Sparrow came out on top for all-around balance, especially pressure relief and motion isolation. Owl dominated cooling and responsiveness, but it transferred more motion. Finch led support and durability, while Quail delivered the best value and the quietest feel for partner movement. Raven sat in the middle as a two-feel hybrid when you want options.

Start with your primary sleep position and body weight, then decide whether you prefer a springy surface (latex or hybrid) or a softer all-foam feel.

Side sleepers and people with joint pain usually need extra cushioning at the shoulders and hips. In our testing, the Sparrow in Plush or Medium gave the most forgiving surface without throwing alignment off. The Owl can work if you like latex, but it won’t feel as cradling as foam.

Hot sleepers and combination sleepers should prioritize airflow and a quick response. The Owl ran the coolest, and the Sparrow also did well for people who change positions a lot. The Quail can feel warmer than the latex options over a long night.

Heavier sleepers (over 230 lbs) and strict back or stomach sleepers generally did best on the firmest, most stable surfaces. The Finch and the Firm side of the Raven felt the most supportive in our tests. If you’re heavier, the Quail is the easiest one to outgrow.

Shopping for a guest room? The Raven is the easiest call because you can flip between Medium and Firm without committing to a single feel.