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DreamCloud PressureSmart Mattress Review: Test Lab Ratings
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The DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm Mattress is a hybrid model with a medium firm feel. Multiple foam layers conform to the body and ease pressure, while a memory foam lumbar support band provides dedicated lower back support to promote good sleep posture.
- Excellent pressure relief for side sleepers of 130 pounds or more
- Close contouring and cushioning for side sleepers
- Available in four distinct designs
- Stomach sleepers over 230 pounds notice excessive sinkage around their midsections
- As a newer model, long-term performance and durability data is not available
DreamCloud launched in 2018 with a focus on balancing quality and affordability. Its mattress line includes several popular hybrid and all-foam models, including the DreamCloud Classic, DreamCloud Premier, DreamCloud Luxe, and DreamCloud Ultra. The DreamCloud PressureSmart hybrid model is one of the newest additions to the brand’s product lineup and is available in four distinct designs. This review will focus on the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm, the most affordable version of the mattress.
The DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm has an 11-inch profile and a medium firm (6) feel based on our 10-point firmness scale. It is constructed with polyfoam and memory foam comfort layers over a support core of robust pocketed coils.
Other variations of the PressureSmart Mattress include the PressureSmart Plush, the PressureSmart Plush Pillow Top, and the PressureSmart Extra Firm Pillow Top. These models have higher profiles, ranging from 12 to 15.3 inches, but each one shares a similar design and overall feel to the PressureSmart Firm.
We performed a series of hand-on tests in our sleep lab to see how the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm performed. We’ll break down our findings, summarize construction and sizing information, and go over company policies to help you decide if this is the mattress you’re looking for.
SMART MATCHING
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TEST LAB RATINGS
How the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm Scored
Motion Isolation7.0/10
We found the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm’s motion isolation comparable to other foam hybrid mattresses we’ve tested, which tend to do well in this category.
The multiple foam layers dampen motion on the surface. The coils underneath add bounce, which may contribute to some minor vibrations. That said, the coils move independently of each other, so movement doesn’t spread too extensively.
This level of motion isolation should be well suited to couples sharing a bed, though some sleepers might notice the occasional movement if their partner tosses and turns.
Logan Foley, Executive Product Director: The surface shook a bit during testing, but nothing I’d be concerned about. It seemed to isolate minor vibrations very effectively.
Pressure Relief8.5/10
Pressure relief is the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm’s standout strength, outperforming many competing medium firm (6) hybrids in this category. The multilayer comfort system provides deep cushioning, and our body-mapping readouts showed even weight and pressure distribution across the surface. At the same time, the lumbar pad’s targeted support helps ensure that the deep contouring doesn’t come at the cost of good sleep posture.
Side sleepers and anyone with pressure-related sleep discomfort should find this balance of cushioning and support particularly beneficial.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: Like the name suggests, the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm’s pressure relief is what really stood out to me. The light contouring and targeted lumbar support should be an especially good match for side sleepers who weigh at least 130 pounds.
Temperature Control7.5/10
The DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm provides solid temperature regulation, performing in line with or slightly better than most competing hybrid mattresses. Airflow through the coil system helps dissipate heat, and fibers embedded into the cover make the fabric feel cool to the touch.
While the foam trapped a slight amount of body heat, this is typical for any mattress with foam layers. Testing team members did not report feeling too warm, and the overall temperature control was consistent.
Mary Fenton, Head of Product Content: The DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm’s surface generally felt cool, and I didn’t overheat or feel uncomfortable.
Edge Support7.5/10
Thanks to the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm’s reinforced edge, our team members could sit securely along the perimeter and lie on the full mattress surface without gravitating toward the center. Firmer coils along the edges help prevent the excessive compression that often happens when sleepers near the sides, resulting in a more stable feeling perimeter.
Not only can this make it easier for those who tend to sleep close to the edge, it may also help the bed feel bigger to couples.
Logan Foley, Executive Product Director: The perimeter of the mattress felt secure enough to lie or sit along the edge without any concerns. I’d expect most couples to be able to use the full mattress surface without avoiding the edge.
Ease of Movement7.0/10
Like many hybrid models, the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm’s responsive coil core makes it fairly easy to move on. While the hug of the foam comfort system may feel slightly restrictive to some, the bounce of the coils helps ensure sleepers won’t feel trapped in the bed. Our testers also found that the foam regained its shape quickly when they moved, so there wasn’t a lasting body impression to escape from.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: I could feel the responsiveness of the coil system helping me change positions. I sank in noticeably, but I never felt trapped in the bed.
Durability7.0/10
Hybrid models often last 6.5 to 7.5 years, and we expect the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm to reach this lifespan. While foam naturally degrades over time, DreamCloud’s lifetime warranty provides recourse if it wears out prematurely.
Since the mattress is still relatively new to the market, long-term performance data is not yet available.
HANDS-ON TESTING
Testing Team Takeaways
To test the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm Mattress, we had three people on our testing team each take the bed home with them for one week. Here are their initial observations.
Brad Nehring
Product Testing Manager · Back sleeper · 215 lbs.
Back sleeper · 215 lbs.
“When lying on my side, I sank into the surface of the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm just the right amount. It cradled my shoulders and hips without letting any part of me sink in too deeply.”
Logan Foley
Executive Product Director · Side sleeper · 140 lbs.
Side sleeper · 140 lbs.
“I normally prefer a slightly plusher mattress, but I could sleep comfortably on this model. Some vibrations spread over to my side when my testing partner moved around, but not to the level of being disruptive.”
Mary Fenton
Head of Product Content · Combo sleeper · 150 lbs.
Combo sleeper · 150 lbs.
“This is one of those rare mattresses that felt nearly equally comfortable when lying on my side, back, and stomach. The combination of support and conforming was right in the sweet spot.”
Who it Fits
Fit by Sleep Position and Body Weight
Sizes, dimensions and weights
Side Sleepers
The DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm received high marks from most side sleepers on our testing team. Adaptive polyfoam quilyted into the cover provides subtle cushioning on the surface, while the specialized foam layers underneath add deeper cradling. Our pressure mapping showed that this mattress effectively redistributed body weight for most side sleepers. At the same time, the lumbar support band prevented their midsections from sinking too deeply into the mattress.
Due to the surface’s medium firm (6) design, testers who weigh 130 pounds or more felt the least amount of pressure. While the mattress was also comfortable for most of our side sleepers under 130 pounds, we observed some slight pressure buildup around their hips and shoulders — this could contribute to mild discomfort over time.
Back Sleepers
The DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm’s medium firm feel and supportive design is a good match for many back sleepers. The surface is well cushioned, allowing the mattress to mold to the shape of the spine, while the lumbar band helps prevent excessive lower back and hip sinkage that could negatively affect posture and cause strain.
Back sleepers up to 230 pounds appreciated that the mattress felt soft yet supportive at the same time. However, some of our back sleepers over 230 pounds felt like their hips needed a little more support to ensure optimal sleep posture.
Stomach Sleepers
Most stomach sleepers on our testing team found the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm quite comfortable. The polyfoam in its quilted cover ensured the surface didn’t feel hard, but the lumbar band also reduced the midsection sinkage stomach sleepers often experience.
For testers under 130 pounds, the balance of cushioning and support was nearly ideal. Those between 130 and 230 also received the support they needed, making the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm a solid option for both stomach sleepers and combination sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds. That said, our stomach sleepers over 230 pounds found that the mattress had too much give and didn’t fully support their midsections, putting stress on their lower backs.
Construction
Inside the DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm
Cover
Stretch blend quilted with cooling fibers
Comfort Layer
Two layers of polyfoam, Smart memory foam lumbar pad
Support Core
Pocketed coils (reinforced perimeter), polyfoam
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Buying It
Trial, Warranty, and Delivery
365 Night
Sleep Trial, 30 night break in
Lifetime
Warranty, Free replacement 10 yr
Free
Ground shipping, contiguous US
$149
White glove delivery, optional
Availability
The DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm is available through the DreamCloud website and Mattress Firm. Different shipping and return policies may apply for Mattress Firm purchases.
Shipping
When purchased through DreamCloud, the PressureSmart Firm ships free within the contiguous U.S. Delivery to Alaska and Hawaii is available at an additional cost.
Most mattresses arrive at their destination within 2 to 5 business days of the original order. It arrives vacuum-sealed and compressed in a box. Carrying the mattress to your bedroom may require two or more people. Once the mattress is ready to assemble, open the box, slide it out onto your base, carefully cut away the plastic, and allow it expand.
After 3 to 5 hours, the mattress should be comfortable for sleeping, but it may take up to 48 hours to reach its full shape.
Additional Services
DreamCloud offers White Glove delivery for an additional, nonrefundable $199 fee. The service includes delivery and setup of your new mattress by a local team, along with removal of your old mattress and any packing materials.
Sleep Trial
DreamCloud offers a 365-night trial period for mattresses purchased through its website within the contiguous U.S. Once you open the mattress, a 30-day break-in period is required before you can initiate a return. Unopened mattresses can be returned after delivery, but they are ineligible for return if the mattress has remained in its box for 90 days or more.
To be eligible for return, the mattress must be in donatable condition. You must use the mattress on a proper base and protect it from environmental damage during the trial. Documentation may be required.
DreamCloud will work with a donation partner to arrange the pickup of the unwanted mattress.
Warranty
The DreamCloud PressureSmart Firm comes with a limited lifetime warranty. For the first 10 years of the warranty period, DreamCloud will elect to either repair or replace a mattress determined to be defective at no cost. After 10 years, the owner is responsible for a $50 transportation charge each way. DreamCloud waives this fee if a defect is confirmed.
This policy applies to the original purchaser and covers issues like surface indentations more than 1.5 inches deep, physical flaws that cause cracking or splitting, and manufacturing defects in the cover. The policy does not cover things like normal changes in feel over time and damage from abuse or misuse.
Meredith Kreisa is a writer and sleep product tester with more than 15 years of experience. She holds a master’s degree in communication and specializes in transforming complex information into clear, practical guidance for readers.