DreamCloud vs. Saatva Bed Comparison for 2024

Written by Jill Zwarensteyn, Editor

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DreamCloud vs Saatva? In this guide, our sleep experts dive into which is best, which might suit you better and their features.

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Two hybrids with two very different construction styles battle it out in our comparison between the DreamCloud and Saatva.

Will you prefer the DreamCloud mattress, a quality product offered by one of the first luxury bed-in-a-box companies or Saatva’s luxury mattress that stays classic in the online industry by avoiding compression?

Both beds offer outstanding comfort thanks to their high-quality materials, support features, and pressure-relieving properties. In this review, we’ll discuss the materials, features, and specifications to help you figure out which one of these hybrids is a better option for you.

Quick Comparison: DreamCloud vs. Saatva

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Comparing Firmness, Support & Feel

Firmness

Using a scale of 1-10, we’ve determined the firmness of both mattresses, assuming 1 is soft as a cloud and 10 is firm as cement. The DreamCloud is rated 5.5, and the Saatva is rated 4, 6.5, and 8 on our scale.

The softest Saatva is good if you’re after a plush bed, although the DreamCloud is only a tad firmer. The other two Saatvas are firmer and more suitable for heavier people and those who like sleeping on their back and stomach.

Feel

The DreamCloud should feel plush at first as you lie on the mattress. The coil system features individually wrapped coils that stand firm beneath the feet and head and compress beneath the shoulders and hips. The materials should reform quickly to aid in easy repositioning.

The Saatva features a plush pillow top and a unique lumbar support layer that should promote proper spinal alignment. The foams should respond quickly, with a slightly slower response in the lumbar layer.

Comparing Sinkage and Bounce

Sinkage reflects how much you should expect to melt into the layers, whereas bounce (or responsiveness) reflects how quickly the bed reponds to your movements.

The DreamCloud might lend itself to slightly more sinkage than Saatva, which offers a gentler cradle than the former’s deeper hug. If you prefer to rest more “in” your mattress, steer towards the DreamCloud, but if you prefer sleeping “on the top”, you may want to go for the dual coil system.

Both should provide moderate bounce and quickly responding materials, which should prevent shoppers from feeling “stuck” in the materials. The foams reform easily as sleepers move around, aiding in repositioning.

Comparing Motion Transfer

Both the DreamCloud and Saatva mattresses use individually pocketed coils and layers of dampening materials to help isolate movement, and they both land between all-foam and innersprings in this category. Shoppers should notice much less motion transfer than might be present in an innerspring bed but more than can be found in a typical all-foam construction.

While both brands feature coil systems, Saatva contains less foam than DreamCloud overall. The DreamCloud may absorb more energy because of this and might be a good fit for shoppers who consider motion control a major concern.

Comparing Cooling

Hybrids are naturally better at cooling than all-foam mattresses thanks to the coils that foster more airflow. Both the Saatva and DreamCloud are hybrids, so you should already notice some breathability and cooling due to their design. They also have additional cooling capabilities to further enhance comfort for hot sleepers.

The DreamCloud has gel infusions to prevent its memory foam from overheating. On the other hand, Saatva has a breathable cover that helps prevent heat from building up on the surface. Plus, it has two coil units so even more air can circulate through.

Comparing Construction (Materials & Quality)

Saatva Construction

The cover is a 3-inch Euro top that has been treated with GuardinⓇ to prohibit bacteria and promote a cleaner sleep experience. This mattress comes in 14.5 and 11.5-inch heights, but we will focus on the 14.5-inch version because it is closest in height to the 14-inch DreamCloud.

• The first layer contains a lumbar support enhancement. This system combines memory materials and wires to promote lumbar support and pressure relief.
• The second layer is a system of individually wrapped coils. The coils should push back or compress as needed for individualized responsiveness. These coils also help promote breathability by providing better airflow.
• The bottom layer consists of steel coil base support. This uses recycled steel to create durable support for the upper layers.
• The perimeter uses a dual perimeter edge support made of high-density foam to provide consistency throughout the entire sleep surface and reduce sagging.

DreamCloud Construction

The DreamCloud features an impressive 14-inch profile with a cashmere-blend cover that should feel soft and breathable. Additionally, the first foam layer in the DreamCloud is stitched into this cashmere-blend cover.

• A soft foam that is 1.5 inches thick is stitched into the cover, providing softness at the surface.
• The second layer is 1 inch of memory foam infused with gel for cooling. This memory foam contours the sleeper, providing relief to pressure points.
• The dynamic transition layer features 2 inches of standard foam to ease the sleeper into the coil unit below and provide additional overall support.
• The primary support layer is made from 8.5-inch innerspring coils that are individually wrapped to improve motion isolation. Along with supporting the sleeper’s body weight, the coils promote airflow for extra cooling.
• The stability layer is 1 inch of standard foam, supporting the above layers.
• The shift-resistant lower cover that helps prevent the bed from sliding on the foundation.

Comparing Company Policies & Price

• Warranty – Both Saatva and DreamCloud beds come with a lifetime warranty.
• Shipping – DreamCloud ships their bed for free to the contiguous United States, while there’s an additional fee for shipping to Alaska and Hawaii. Saatva ships for free within the contiguous United States, and there’s also free White Glove Delivery.
• Trial Period – Both companies offer a 365-night trial for you to test the mattresses.
• Returns – DreamCloud will take their mattress back for free, while Saatva requires you to pay a processing fee. Both companies will refund you.
• Price – The Saatva is the more expensive choice.

Size	Saatva Price (w/o discount)	DreamCloud Price (w/o discount)
Twin	$995	$799
Twin XL	$1,355	$999
Full	$1,895	$1,099
Queen	$1,995	$1,199
King	$2,445	$1,499
Cali King	$2,445	$1,499
Split King	$2,710	n/a
Split Cali King	$2,710	n/a