Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance Mattress Review: Test Lab Ratings

“I found all of the ThermoBalance models to have solid motion isolation. The softest model really stood out in this category as it was almost completely vibration-free.” – Jeremy

The ThermoBalance’s ability to isolate motion impressed our testing team. The foam materials, especially the memory foam layer, absorbed vibrations so that movement on the other side of the bed was barely noticeable.

As expected, motion isolation was best on the medium soft (4) model, which more closely contours to the body. However, any of the firmness options should work well for couples who want to avoid sleep disruptions from a bed partner’s movement.

“The combination of foam layers was really effective at cushioning my pressure points. I got the best results with a bit more firmness, but if you want to be hugged by your mattress, choose the softest model.” – Colin

As we evaluated the ThermoBalance Mattress, we consistently found that it effectively cushioned hot spots and pressure points to promote more comfortable sleep.

Memory foam is the driving force behind this pressure relief, but its effect is enhanced by the surrounding foam layers and the responsive pocketed coils in the support core.

The softest model hugs the body the most, which for some sleepers, including many side sleepers, delivers more pressure relief. However, some sleepers, especially stomach and back sleepers, may find that the contouring on softer models provides less support for their spinal alignment.

“Brooklyn Bedding includes multiple technologies to reduce overheating, but I still felt some heat retention from the foams. The firmest model slept the coolest in my experience.” – Mary

One of Brooklyn Bedding’s key design priorities for the ThermoBalance Mattress was to minimize heat retention on the surface and promote cool sleep. Our testing team found that the cooling features built into the mattress were beneficial, but only to a point.

Copper-infused foam, open-cell foam, and heat-dissipating fabrics are engineered for temperature regulation, but they don’t eliminate all heat buildup. That’s especially true on the medium soft (4) version. Because that model conforms closely around the body, it can limit airflow and trap heat during the night.

Based on our testing, hot sleepers are most likely to sleep comfortably on the firm (7) model. Any of the models should have enough temperature regulation for people who rarely sleep hot.

“You can feel additional softness around the outside of the ThermoBalance. As you would expect, edge support was best on the firm model and worst on the soft version.” – Mary

Our team found that the thick layers of foam in the ThermoBalance Mattress compressed most noticeably around the edges. The medium soft (4) and medium firm (6) models, which allow more sink, provided weaker edge support. Even with the thick coils in the support core, the softest model got well below-average ratings for edge support from our testers.

Overall, sleepers who need a highly dependable perimeter, including people who tend to sit near the edge of their bed, should select the firm (7) model, which has slightly above-average edge support.

“There’s a lot of material between the coils and the top of the mattress, so there isn’t a lot of bounce. I felt that all but the firm model of the ThermoBalance had some movement restriction.” – Colin

Our tests found that the ThermoBalance Mattress rated below-average to average for ease of movement. This is similar to other mattresses with thick foam layers because foam materials tend to offer minimal bounce.

The pocketed coils in the ThermoBalance create some springiness, but that bounce gets absorbed by the foam layers above them. As a result, our testers had to exert some effort to adjust their sleeping position.

Of the three firmness options, the firm (7) provided the best ease of movement in our testing. Because it allows more sink, the medium soft (4) model scored lowest in this category.

The Brooklyn Bedding ThermoBalance has a dependable design that should hold up well for at least 6 to 7 years. The softer model will likely develop impressions and dips in its surface before the medium firm and firm models. These impressions can make the bed feel uneven and uncomfortable for sleep, and are typically the first signs a mattress is nearing the end of its lifespan.

The ThermoBalance is in line with other foam hybrids in terms of expected lifespan. While this is not the most durable mattress type, foam hybrids can reliably support sleepers for at least 6 years with proper care and regular rotations.