Birch Luxe Mattress Review: Our Test Lab Ratings

Ranked #4 on our Best Organic Mattresses list

9.3

Overall test lab scoreLatex Hybrid · Medium Firm (6) · 11.5″ profile

Price range$1,218 – $2,343

Who it's best forSide & back sleepers, fans of a responsive surface

The hybrid Birch Luxe is a medium firm (6) mattress made from latex, organic wool, and cotton. It stood out in a number of our testing categories, including responsiveness, edge support, and temperature regulation. If you’re seeking top-notch spinal support, this mattress is a good bet.

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Pros

• ✓Exceptional temperature control, with breathable materials like cotton, wool, and latex
• ✓Responsive surface makes changing sleeping positions easy
• ✓Medium firm, versatile feel

Cons

• ✕May generate too much motion for light sleepers
• ✕Organic materials and high-quality build carry a high price tag
• ✕Only one firmness option

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Birch was founded in 2019 by its parent company, Helix Sleep. While Helix offers a wide range of customizable mattresses and sleep accessories, Birch focuses on sustainably crafted mattresses and bedding products made from natural and organic materials. The brand’s flagship mattress is the Birch, a medium firm hybrid made from natural latex and organic wool batting.

Released in 2021, the Birch Luxe also has a medium firm feel and uses similar materials. As Birch’s top-end mattress, the Luxe offers additional features like an organic cotton Euro-top, organic wool batting, and a pocketed coil core with zoned lumbar support.

We take an in-depth look at the Birch Luxe, highlighting its construction, materials, and performance ratings across a range of categories. We also discuss sizing, pricing, shipping, and warranty information so you can decide if this mattress is the right one for you.

TEST LAB RATINGS

How the Birch Luxe Scored

▲ Great 8.0–10 ● Good 6.0–7.9 ▼ Fair 5.9 or below

Motion Isolation●6.5/10

Any mattress with springs inevitably transfers some motion, which is why all-foam models typically outperform hybrids in this category. Latex is bouncier than foam, so the Birch Luxe Mattress isn’t as effective at curbing movement when compared to hybrids with foam comfort systems.

Couples who wake easily may experience sleep disruptions when the other partner shifts positions or gets in and out of bed. That said, because it’s made with individually wrapped coils, the Luxe shouldn’t create as much motion transfer as a traditional innerspring mattress.

Jeremy Klein, Product Testing Manager: Compared to hybrids with foam, this is a pretty bouncy bed, but it’s on-par with other

Pressure Relief●7.0/10

The Birch Luxe offers a moderate amount of pressure relief. The latex contours somewhat, but the mattress is firm enough to help evenly distribute body weight and encourage a straighter spine. Side sleepers and those who weigh less than 130 pounds might prefer a softer model with more cushioning. People over 130 pounds of any sleep position should experience notable contouring and adequate support.

Logan Foley, Executive Product Director: The latex and zoned support system work together to evenly distribute weight, which helps with relieving pressure. It doesn’t hug the body, though, so if you like a close-conforming bed, this might not be the right pick.

Temperature Control▲9.0/10

Hybrids are typically better at regulating temperature than all-foam mattresses, as foam tends to trap heat. The Birch Luxe regulates temperature exceptionally well. The cover and comfort system use naturally breathable materials, including cotton and wool, to help draw heat and moisture away from the body. When compared to memory foam, natural latex has an airier structure that resists heat buildup. Plus, the pocketed spring support core also offers space for air to circulate.

Mary Fenton, Head of Product Content: Our temperature tests detected very little heat retention, even after applying a hot water bottle directly to the bed’s surface. This one is a good bet for people who sleep warm.

Edge Support▲9.0/10

The Birch Luxe features a hefty coil core that’s designed to minimize sagging throughout the mattress. Heavier gauge coils along the perimeter provide extra reinforcement, delivering above-average edge support.

Edge support is important for sleepers who share the bed or those who gravitate to the side of the mattress while sleeping. A mattress with a less sturdy perimeter can cause sleepers to feel like they’re rolling off the bed. Strong edge support results in more usable mattress space.

Jeremy Klein, Product Testing Manager: The extra-strong perimeter coils go a long way toward enhancing this bed’s edge support. If you need an extra boost when getting in and out of bed, this one might be a good fit.

Ease of Movement▲9.0/10

The Birch Luxe’s construction makes it easy for sleepers to move around on its surface. Latex is notable for its responsiveness, which is helpful when changing sleeping positions. The coil support system also makes getting in and out of bed easier. The medium firm (6) feel of the bed doesn’t compress significantly, preventing the feeling of being trapped in the bed.

Logan Foley, Executive Product Director: Latex is made from the same trees that rubber comes from, so it has a similar bouncy quality. The latex and coils give this bed an even sleep surface that’s responsive, not restrictive.

Durability▲8.5/10

Thanks to its use of natural, durable materials, the Birch Luxe should perform for at least nine to 10 years, which is considerably longer than the average bed. Unlike foam, latex resists impressions and sagging, and the wool and cotton used throughout the construction should prove sturdy, too. Coils are generally more durable than polyfoam for support and should maintain their performance over time.

HANDS-ON TESTING

Testing Team Takeaways

To test the Birch Luxe Mattress, we had three people on our testing team take the bed home and test it for one week. Here are their initial observations.

Mary Fenton

Head of Product Content · Combination · 150 lbs

Combination · 150 lbs

“Because I’m a combo sleeper, I like a bed that’s equally supportive in every position, and the Birch Luxe totally hits the mark. Plus, it’s easy to switch between my back, side, and stomach.”

Logan Foley

Executive Product Director · Side · 140 lbs

Side · 140 lbs

“Support-wise, the Birch Luxe was a decent fit for me. However, I could have used a teensy bit more cushioning under my hips, which were sore when I woke up.”

Jeremy Klein

Product Testing Manager · Side · 160 lbs

Side · 160 lbs

“This bed sleeps exceptionally cool. I never woke up sweating or feeling stifled. I was a little wary that the wool might be too insulating, but it really helped regulate temperature.”

Side Sleepers

With its thick, substantial comfort system, the Birch Luxe performs well for side sleepers in any weight bracket, but it’s especially well-suited to people above 130 pounds. The latex comfort system is designed to allow sleepers to sink in slightly without compromising good sleep posture, and the Euro-top and wool batting add plushness to help alleviate tension throughout the body.

Our testers above 230 pounds said that the latex’s strong pushback minimizes sinkage. While some side sleepers under 130 pounds might prefer a slightly softer model, most should experience sufficient pressure relief.

Back Sleepers

Back sleepers typically need a slightly firmer mattress to distribute body weight and promote healthy spinal alignment. Our back sleeping testers all found that the Birch Luxe gave them a suitable balance of cushioning and support — but like the side sleepers, those over 130 pounds liked it best. The wool and latex cushion the neck and spine but don’t let the shoulders and back to sink too deeply. The sturdy coil system helps boost support in the lumbar region to reduce lower back pressure.

Stomach Sleepers

Stomach sleepers generally require a firmer surface to keep the spine on an even plane. The Birch Luxe offers an adequate firmness level for most stomach sleepers, but in keeping with the trend, our testers over 130 pounds found it more comfortable than those under 130 pounds.

Although the Birch Luxe is medium firm, latex doesn’t hug the body as much as memory foam so stomach sleepers shouldn’t get the trapped in a bed feeling that can accompany foam.The coil core adds another level of responsiveness and support to help sleepers stay on top of the mattress.

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