Casper Snow Mattress Review

Pressure relief is another area in which the Nova Hybrid Snow excels. Pressure relief benefits all sleepers, but is especially important to those who tend to experience pain or discomfort while they sleep.

The multiple comfort layers, and the seven-zoned memory foam comfort layer, in particular, contour to the body’s curves and contribute to the pressure-relieving capabilities of the Nova Hybrid. The zoned construction and the pocketed coils allow heavier parts of the body to sink in a little further, improving spinal alignment and reducing pressure buildup in the lumbar area.

Thanks to its additional cooling features, the Nova Hybrid Snow excels at regulating temperature so sleepers don’t become overheated at night.

The cover with phase change material feels cool to the touch, and the HeatDelete Bands help draw heat away from the body. The Airscape foam comfort layers found in the Nova Hybrid Snow are more breathable than most foam comfort layers thanks to the tiny perforated holes.

The uppermost layer is coated with additional phase change material, adding to its cooling power. Finally, the coil support core allows for more cooling airflow compared with a foam support core.

When it comes to edge support, the Nova Hybrid Snow rates positively, but not as highly as some comparable mattresses. Edge support is important because it impacts how much of the mattress surface is usable. When a bed has strong edges, people can sleep near the edge of the bed without worrying about feelings of roll-off.

Generally, hybrid beds tend to have better edge support than all-foam beds because of the firmer coil base. In the Nova Hybrid Snow, the pocketed coils are reinforced with additional polyfoam encasement, which helps limit potential sinkage around the perimeter. However, because the comfort system is relatively plush, some sleepers might notice excessive compression when sitting on or lying near the edge of the bed.

The Nova Hybrid Snow is fairly responsive, which facilitates movement on top of the bed. Ease of movement can affect a sleeper’s ability to change sleep positions during the night. Generally, more responsive beds are easier to move on, while closer-conforming memory foam beds hug the body and may inhibit movement.

Although the Nova Hybrid Snow does contain a memory foam layer, it’s not an ultra-conforming mattress. As with most hybrid mattresses, sleepers do sink into the bed somewhat, but the pocketed coil core provides adequate pushback to prevent the feeling of being stuck in the bed.

The Nova Hybrid Snow Mattress performs well for sex, but not as well as other hybrid mattresses. Multiple factors affect a mattress’ suitability for sex, including the bed’s responsiveness, edge support, ease of movement, and quietness.

Since the mattress has some bounce and offers strong ease of movement, most people should have minimal trouble changing positions during sex. Also, noise shouldn’t be an issue for most couples, though the mattress may be louder than some all-foam beds. By contrast, edge support on this mattress is only adequate, so the perimeter may not feel stable.

The Nova Hybrid Snow Mattress off-gasses about an average amount for a hybrid bed. Off-gassing is a normal process that occurs with most newly manufactured products when volatile organic compounds (VOCs) come into contact with the air. Mattresses that contain synthetic foams tend to off-gas more than those that do not.

Sleepers can expect a slight odor when they first unbox the Nova Hybrid Snow, but most people don’t find the odor particularly bothersome. The odor should begin fading within hours and disappear within a day or two. Those who are sensitive to smells might want to let the mattress air out before sleeping on it.

The Wave Hybrid relieves pressure well, which makes it a good option for people who experience pain or discomfort at night.

In this mattress, two comfort layers in particular play a major role in pressure relief: the Airscape polyfoam layer with three zones, and the polyfoam layer with targeted gel pods. Both of these layers help provide support specifically customized to certain body parts, cushioning sensitive areas and supporting heavier parts of the body. The pocketed coil support core provides a deep cradle to ensure proper spinal alignment.

Multiple materials and construction elements keep the Casper Wave Hybrid Snow cool, making it an excellent choice for people who tend to sleep hot or wake up sweaty.

The bed’s hybrid construction is naturally cooling because of the airflow that occurs through the pocketed coil support core.The perforated Airscape foam comfort layers are also more breathable than the average foam comfort layer.

Additionally, this bed contains extra cooling gel, graphite HeatDelete Bands, and several layers of phase change material, all of which are intended to draw heat away from the body and promote coolness as you sleep.

The edge support provided by the Casper Wave Hybrid Snow Mattress is decent.

Pocketed coils and polyfoam encasement in the support core help strengthen the bed’s edges, but the softer foam comfort layers mean that the edges have a little give to them.

Most sleepers should be able to sleep near the edge of the bed, but the limited edge support may pose some difficulties for those who rely on the edges to get in and out of bed.

Switching positions on the Casper Wave Hybrid Snow is fairly easy thanks to its responsive surface. Although the mattress conforms somewhat closely, most sleepers should feel like they are sleeping on rather than in the mattress. As a result, changing sleep positions and getting in and out of bed doesn’t take much effort.

Because it’s a fairly responsive mattress, the Casper Wave Hybrid Snow tends to facilitate rather than inhibit movement, which is beneficial for sex. The individually wrapped coils help muffle most squeak and creaks, although the mattress may make some sound compared to an all-foam bed.

As with most hybrid beds, the pocketed coil support core provides bounce, while the foam comfort system adds some traction.

Some people may notice a faint off-gassing odor when they first unbox the Casper Wave Hybrid Snow. This odor is considered harmless, and the foams in this mattress are certified by CertiPUR-US, which means they have been found to have low VOC emissions.

Most sleepers won’t be terribly bothered by the odor. Those who are more sensitive to smells can allow the mattress to off-gas in another room for a day or two before moving it into the bedroom.