Loom and Leaf vs Leesa Mattress Comparison
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Key DifferencesQuick snapshot of the Loom and Leaf vs Leesa
In this comparison, we will focus on the memory foam mattresses from each company. Loom and Leaf refers specifically to the memory foam mattress from Saatva, although the company does have hybrid models available.
Similarly, the Leesa Mattress is the memory foam model we will be looking at here, although the company also has the Leesa Hybrid and Leesa Legend in the range with tiered luxury and features. If you are looking for a hybrid mattress, our full review has in-depth information to assist you as you research your next bed.
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All sleeping positions. Ideally suited to anyone around 250lbs and below |
All sleeping positions for people around 230 to 250lbs and below |
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Memory Foam |
Memory Foam |
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Firmness Scale |
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Medium-firm (Loom and Leaf Relaxed Firm) Firm (Loom and Leaf Firm) |
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Cooling properties |
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Medium |
Medium |
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EDGE SUPPORT |
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Good |
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Thickness Options |
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12-Inch
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10-Inch
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Pressure Relief |
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Excellent |
Excellent |
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MOTION ISOLATION |
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Excellent
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Excellent |
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SUITABLE FOR SEX |
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Good |
Excellent
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DURABILITY |
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Excellent |
Good
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What are the key differences between the two brands?
When looking at the Loom and Leaf and Leesa mattresses, there are significant overlaps which can make choosing between the two pretty tricky. However, there are fundamental differences which should put most sleepers clearly in one camp or the other.
- The feel of these mattresses is quite different. While both are made from foam, there are a few things to note about each mattress’s feel. The Leesa has more of a neutral foam feel, with an almost latex-like responsiveness to it. While the Loom and Leaf does offer a margin of responsiveness, it is closer to a classic foam feel. That said, both have an accommodating feel we think most people will enjoy.
- Loom and Leaf has a touch of luxury to it. It’s just that little bit thicker, has a gorgeous pillowtop cover, and the free white-glove delivery gives a real sense of occasion to your new mattress (this will matter to some people more than others, but we think it’s something cool and different). While the Loom and Leaf is reasonably priced for its value, you also know you are paying for premium because of the price.
- While both mattresses are essentially temperature neutral, the Loom and Leaf does have a slight edge when it comes to cooling.
Who is the Leesa mattress a better fit for?
- Anyone who prefers a bit of bounce to their mattress. The Leesa offers fantastic responsiveness for an all-foam mattress – and a neutral foam feel.
- Anyone who is counting their pennies and shopping on a budget. Free returns also give the Leesa the upper hand if every dollar counts in the mattress buying process.
- If you want a mattress that’s right in the middle in terms of firmness level. While it is not soft, the Leesa Mattress is the softest mattress of the three mattresses in this comparison (coming in at a medium), which is something to note if you are looking for that added bit of softness.
Who is the Loom & Leaf mattress a better fit for?
- If you want to shop for one mattress with more than one firmness option. The Loom and Leaf is available in a Relaxed Firm and Firm options to accommodate different sleeping preferences.
- If you are worried about sleep temperature, the Loom and Leaf is very slightly cooler in our experience.
- While the feel of Loom and Leaf is quite accommodating, it is the better option for anyone who enjoys more of a classic memory foam feel.
Loom and Leaf vs Leesa company policy comparison
Loom and Leaf and Leesa are both hot properties in the mattress world. Let’s take a closer look at the two companies. Leesa was founded in 2014 with the aim of building a direct-to-consumer mattress brand which stood out for its sleep-focused and online buying features. Leesa is a really feel-good brand. They are B Corp certified, with a strong social and environmental ethos. They have an A+ BBB rating.
Loom and Leaf is made by Saatva – a company which is well-established as mattress specialists. Saatva is the result of American entrepreneurial spirit at its best. They looked to take the best of the mattress industry and go that little bit further to give shoppers premium products and an outstanding customer experience. They also adhere to a strong social and environmental code and, like Leesa, they do a lot of good through business. They also have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
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Shipping |
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Free white glove delivery with all orders |
Free to all 50 states |
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International Shipping |
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Ships throughout the contiguous U.S., Ontario, and Western Canada, with third-party forwarders delivering to Alaska and Hawaii |
Leesa has shipping options available for Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany |
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Warranty |
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15 Years |
10 Years |
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Sleep Trial |
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120 Nights |
100 Nights |
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Returns & Refunds |
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$99 return fee for mattresses returned during the 120-night trial |
Free during the 100-night sleep trial |
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USA and Canada |
USA |
Payment accepted, financing – Leesa has financing options through Affirm, while Loom and Leaf offers financing through Klarna.
Customer support – Both companies offer live chat on their websites. Loom and Leaf also provides a remarkable 24-hour support service. We looked online to gauge customer consensus on support. We found a few reports of people who had unanswered emails, chats, and queries from Leesa and these customers were dissatisfied with the customer service they received. Loom and Leaf, on the other hand, had resoundingly positive customer support reviews. Even where customers were complaining about other issues, the reports about service were always good, which is an impressive trait for any company.
Comparing construction layers and materials used
- Organic cotton cover, quilted with 5/8” of memory foam
- 3" Five-pound viscoelastic foam with cooling gel
- 2" Transitional foam
- 6" High-density support foam
- Twill Cover
- 2" LSA200 Foam
- 2" Memory Foam
- 6" Polyfoam Foundation
Loom and Leaf construction and materials used
The Loom and Leaf mattress is a 12-inch all-foam mattress, giving it a greater thickness profile in comparison with other all-foam mattresses on the market. It has a really plush organic cotton cover, quilted with 5/8” memory foam. This is treated with Loom and Leaf’s 100% natural thistle flame retardant and is a truly special feature of the mattress. The very feel of it is high-end, but it also gives the mattress a slight responsiveness, which even strict memory foam fans will like.
Under this is three inches of five-pound viscoelastic foam with a cooling gel panel built into the middle third of the mattress – where your body makes the heaviest contact with the surface of the mattress and so generates the most heat. Two inches of transitional foam separate the comfort layers from the six inches of high-density support foam at the base of the mattress.
Leesa construction and materials used
The Leesa Mattress comes in at a more standard ten inches. It has a soft twill cover, followed by two inches of Leesa’s LSA200 proprietary foam. This is open-cell foam, which is great for circulating air through the mattress for cooling. It’s also got a latex-like feel which is more responsive than traditional memory foam, giving this bed its bounce. This rests on top of two inches of transitional foam and a six-inch high-density base.
Mattress delivery
When comparing the delivery experience, what you can expect is quite different between these two companies. Leesa is a little more traditional in the bed-in-a-box world. They ship for free to all 50 states via FedEx. There are also shipping options available to Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany. Leesa mattresses are made-to-order but, once they are dispatched, they take around six business days to arrive with you. There is a white-glove delivery service available for an extra charge – and this can take a little longer to arrive.
The mattress is compressed, rolled, wrapped in plastic, and is delivered in a cardboard box. Once it arrives, you will need to remove the packaging and allow it to decompress. It’s always easier with two people and most people won’t have anything to worry about in the unboxing process. If you are concerned about disposing of your old mattress or the challenges like stairs and weight, white-glove delivery could be a good investment for you.
Loom and Leaf, on the other hand, offers free white-glove delivery as a standard service. The mattress itself is not compressed and arrives full-sized in a truck. All you need to do is point your friendly delivery people in the right direction and the rest is done for you. What’s the catch? Well, if you decide to keep your mattress, there’s no catch at all. If you decide to return your mattress, however, you can expect to pay a $99 fee.
- 10 years warranty
- 100 nights trial
- Free shipping
- Free returns
- Made in USA
Loom and Leaf vs Leesa: performance comparison review
Firmness
MATTRESS FIRMNESS SCALE
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Leesa
Leesa is right in the middle when it comes to firmness. If you are of about average weight, this will be a case of ‘not too hard’ and ‘not too soft’. The accommodating feel of the mattress makes it a good fit for all sleeper types, with enough cushioning for most side sleepers and enough support for most stomach and back sleepers. If you are a heavy sleeper (over 225 lbs ) we recommend you go for the hybrid model with inner springs support.
Loom and Leaf
Loom and Leaf comes in two firmness options, which means most sleepers will get the firmness and feel they would like from this mattress. Their firm mattress is a true firm for average-sized people, making it a good match for back and stomach sleepers who need support in these positions. The Relaxed Firm model is more of a medium-firm which, like the Loom and Leaf, will work for all sleeping positions. As always, it is important to note that your body type dictates the feel of any mattress. The heavier you are, the softer these mattresses will feel and the lighter you are, the firmer they will feel. This consideration could make the firm Loom and Leaf a little too firm for petite side sleepers, for instance, and a good fit for heavier people.
Which mattress is more suitable for couples and sex?
The Loom and Leaf Mattress has more of a traditional memory foam feeling in the sense that your body will sink into the foam as pressure is applied. Now, this tends to be a no-no for a lot of people when it comes to sex simply because you don’t have optimal ease of motion. However, if you like memory foam for the traction you get during intercourse, this won’t be a worry for you here.
The Leesa is quite different. It is very responsive for a memory foam mattress, with Leesa signature foam giving the bed a noticeable bounce. The foam springs back into shape quickly, without that deep sinking feeling, which means you can switch position and move around the bed pretty easily. With this in mind, Leesa is going to be the better choice between the two if sex is one of the primary deciding factors for you.
Motion isolation and noise
Loom and Leaf
If you’re worried about being disturbed by your partner’s movement at night, an all-foam mattress is definitely the best choice. The Loom and Leaf is excellent at deadening motion, isolating movement close to the source. It is also almost completely silent, which is great if you are a light sleeper.
Leesa
This combination of responsiveness and motion isolation is a rare find in an all-foam mattress. The motion isolation and soundlessness you get from Leesa is also excellent, which means a greater chance of a full night’s sleep for sensitive sleepers.
Body types and pressure relief
Leesa
Foam mattresses are best suited to people of petite and average stature – and this is our opinion on the Leesa too. Most people under about 230 to 250lbs across all sleeping positions will get the comfort they need for a good night’s sleep. The responsiveness of the memory foam layers give adequate pressure relief for most side sleepers, cushioning hips and shoulders well in this position. At the same time, it provides support for spinal alignment while sleeping on your back and stomach.
It bears repeating that the more petite you are, the firmer this mattress will feel and the heavier you are, the softer it will feel. This will be especially important if you have special needs for support or pressure relief. If you are a side sleeper, the Leesa is a slightly better option for you, giving a touch of added softness.
Loom and Leaf
The firmness option you select will make a difference to the quality of sleep you get on the Loom and Leaf. It will be important to match the mattress type to your sleeping preference. While the thicker profile and quality of Loom and Leaf make it a more viable option for heavier individuals, it is ideally for petite and average sized people.
If you are a side sleeper and you are leaning towards a Loom and Leaf mattress, the Relaxed firm is the mattress you should choose. This mattress works for all sleeping types, but side sleepers will experience more pressure relief on their sides than with the firm mattress. The firm is made particularly to meet the needs of back and stomach sleepers, keeping you aligned in these positions.
Edge support
The edge support on these two mattresses is fairly evenly matched. If you sleep on the edge – or if you and your partner are sharing a slightly smaller mattress – all-foam mattresses tend not to be the best choice for edge support. Both the Loom and Leaf and Leesa mattresses are about average here. For most sleepers, this isn’t going to make a difference to the quality of sleep you get on the mattresses, but it’s something to think about if you identify as one of the sleepers above.
Temperature regulation
This section is very important for hot sleepers. All-foam mattresses have a nasty reputation for being a little on the hot side. This isn’t really fair these days – and especially not with these two mattresses. Most people will experience both mattresses to be completely neutral when it comes to temperature which means, unless you have special requirements around temperature, you will find the temperature is just right throughout the night.
Both mattresses have certain features with aid in cooling. At a push, we would class Loom and Leaf as perhaps cooler by a nose. Its organic cotton cover is breathable and their ‘pin core design’ also helps with ventilation. The zoned gel panel assists with cooling where the body rests heaviest on the mattress, while swirling gel and phase change material in the viscoelastic foam layer draws heat away from the body.
Leesa’s proprietary foam has open cell construction for breathability, but the responsiveness of the foam means most people will also sleep more on top of the mattress, which also helps with its temperature neutrality.
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Durability and longevity
A few different elements play a role in how all-foam mattresses will age. Looking at the quality of these mattresses, both should live at least as long as the average lifespan of a mattress – which comes in at around seven years. The Loom and Leaf outperforms the Leesa here slightly. While some may get fewer years of good use out of this mattress, we anticipate it should last in the realm of about ten years. This is slightly higher than average.
We checked online reviews around durability to corroborate our thoughts. For both brands, there were some complaints about premature wear and tear on these mattresses, including sinking and sagging.
Bed base
A top tip when you are matching your new mattress to your foundation is to carefully review the warranty terms to ensure your base doesn’t void your warranty. That said, Loom and Leaf and Leesa should work with most foundations. Leesa recommends a solid platform for their mattresses – and they caution against using a box spring.
The Loom and Leaf Mattress works with almost all foundations, but Saatva recommends purchasing their mattress and frames for the ideal setup.
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Box Spring
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Solid Platform
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Adjustable
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Slats
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Divan
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Metal Grid
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Loom and Leaf vs Leesa: Price and size comparison
If you are shopping by price and if budget is important, Leesa comes in quite a bit cheaper than the Loom and Leaf. If price is no object, Loom and Leaf is a noticeably luxury mattress, with a few features in the mattress buying process and the mattress itself which lend themselves to a high-end brand.
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TWIN
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38″ × 75″
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$849
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TWIN XL
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38″ × 80″
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$1,049
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FULL
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54″ × 75″
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$1,499
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QUEEN
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60″ × 80″
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$1,599
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KING
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76″ × 80″
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$1,899
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CAL KING
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72″ × 84″
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$1,899
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TWIN
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39″ × 75″
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$699
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TWIN XL
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39″ × 80″
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$749
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FULL
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53″ × 75″
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$899
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QUEEN
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60″ × 80″
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$999
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76″ × 80″
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$1,199
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CAL KING
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72″ × 84″
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$1,199
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Final verdict: Which mattress do we recommend?
Loom and Leaf and Leesa are both mammoth players in the sphere of all-foam mattresses. If you’re still undecided, answer these questions to help in your final decision.
- What’s your budget? Leesa is quite a bit cheaper than Loom and Leaf if you are shopping on a budget. If you are happy to pay a bit extra, Loom and Leaf is a true luxury all-foam mattress.
- If price is no object, how do you feel about memory foam? The Loom and Leaf is perhaps a notch more responsive than traditional memory foam mattresses but, for the most part, you can expect a classic foam feeling from this bed. The Leesa, on the other hand, is made from foam with a feeling closer to latex, with an impressive responsiveness for a memory foam mattress.
- Do you want something a little softer? If you are looking for a soft mattress, you won’t find that here – but the softest mattress of the three mattresses in this comparison is the Leesa Mattress.
- Are you a strict back or stomach sleeper? If you are shopping for something a little firmer, aimed specifically at back and stomach sleepers, the firm model of the Loom and Leaf is just what you’re looking for.
- Are you worried about returns? While the free white glove delivery from Loom and Leaf is frankly amazing, there is a cost to returning the mattress if you decide it’s not for you. This is something to keep in mind right from the outset.
FAQ
These are two quite distinct all-foam mattresses. If you are looking for luxury, the Loom and Leaf will feature a little higher between the two – while Leesa is an outstanding responsive memory foam bed.
As with all memory foam mattresses, you can expect your Leesa Mattress to soften as time goes by.
Some memory foam mattresses – especially older models – can contain chemicals which have the potential to cause health complaints. Both Leesa and Loom and Leaf foams are CertiPUR-US certified to be free from harmful materials.
Loom and Leaf goes hand-in-hand with luxury. This is a premium all-foam mattress – and the features and benefits make up for the slightly elevated price, which is affordable for the level of quality on offer.
- 15 Years warranty
- 120 nights trial
- Free white glove delivery
- Made in USA & Canada
- Finance available