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Leesa Reserve Hybrid Mattress Review
Leesa’s most high-end model, the reserve hybrid offers quality materials and three firmness options. It performs well for just about any sleeper, and features a thick comfort system and supportive coils.
- Available in three firmness choices
- Memory foam delivers strong pressure relief and motion isolation
- Reinforced perimeter for sturdy edge support
- Zoned support core helps support the lumbar spine
- High sticker price
- May sleep hot
- Extra-thick mattress profile requires deep pocket fitted sheets
Launched in 2015, Leesa was one of the first companies to sell direct-to-consumer mattresses online. Most of Leesa’s mattresses are hybrid models with dedicated cooling features such as copper infusions, gel, or phase change material. Leesa also offers a range of foam mattresses for children and teens, as well as a hybrid model geared to sleepers weighing up to 500 pounds.
The all-foam Leesa Original Mattress was shortly followed by its counterpart, the Leesa Original Hybrid. The company has since expanded to offer an array of other mattresses, bed bases, and bedding. One of the latest models is the Leesa Reserve Hybrid Mattress, released in February 2024.
The 14-inch Leesa Reserve Hybrid features a thick memory foam comfort system over a pocketed coil support core. Available in soft, medium, or firm versions, this is one of Leesa’s more luxurious mattress models, with a price-point to match. The coils are reinforced along the edges as well as in the middle third of the bed, for targeted lumbar support.
We’ll take a deep dive into the Reserve Hybrid, discussing what sets it apart from its competitors and which sleepers are best suited. We’ll also cover practical details like shipping, sleep trial, and warranty terms to help you make a decision.
SMART MATCHING
Is the Leesa Reserve Hybrid Right for You?
Use the filters below to see how well the Leesa Reserve Hybrid lines up with your unique needs. We'll also give you a couple other recommendations based on your answers.
TEST LAB RATINGS
How the Leesa Reserve Hybrid Scored
Motion Isolation8.5/10
The Leesa Reserve Hybrid outperforms many competing hybrid models on motion isolation. Thanks to the thick layers of memory foam and individually wrapped coils, our testers found the mattress absorbed movements before they could travel across the bed.
The firm model doesn’t conform as closely, so it may transfer slightly more motion. That said, our testers reported that all three models kept disruptions to a minimum when sharing the bed with a partner.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: The Leesa Reserve’s thick foam layers set it apart from other hybrid mattresses in terms of motion isolation. I barely noticed any motion transfer from my sleep partner, and vice versa.
Pressure Relief9.0/10
The medium (5) Leesa Reserve really excels at pressure relief — the foam layers provided deep cushioning for my sore spots, but the zoned coils kept my spine aligned and prevented excessive sinkage around my midsection.
Memory foam is known for its ability to evenly distribute weight by wrapping closely around the body. Our testers experienced standout pressure relief from the soft and medium Leesa Reserve Hybrid Mattresses, and this was confirmed by our pressure-mapping tests.
The firm model also performed fairly well in our tests, even though it didn’t conform as closely. This model was preferred by our testers weighing over 230 pounds, who found that the added support and the transitional layer helped cushion the transition to the support coils.
Jeremy Klein, Product Testing Manager: The medium (5) Leesa Reserve really excels at pressure relief — the foam layers provided deep cushioning for my sore spots, but the zoned coils kept my spine aligned and prevented excessive sinkage around my midsection.
Temperature Control7.5/10
Using a heating element and a heat gun to take the temperature of the mattress, we found it retained some heat. This is normal for memory foam, particularly high-density foams like those used in the Leesa Reserve Hybrid.
Testers over 230 pounds experienced more heat buildup, especially on the soft model, as the mattress hugged them more closely.
Hybrid mattresses generally outperform foam beds on temperature neutrality, as air can circulate through the coils. While hot sleepers may prefer a mattress with a thinner comfort system, the Leesa Reserve Hybrid is an option if you sleep warm but enjoy the feel of memory foam.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: Normally I’m wary of thick layers of memory foam because they tend to get hot, but the Leesa Reserve Hybrid wasn’t so bad. The bed got a bit hot when I slept on it, but it didn’t cause my any serious issues. The coils put in some serious work to keep the bed cooler.
Edge Support8.5/10
In our edge support tests, the perimeter of the Leesa Reserve Hybrid held up well under pressure. The mattress has stronger coils along the edges, which help prevent the sides from buckling.
The firm model performed best, with the soft and medium models allowing our testers to sink in a little when sitting on the edge of the bed. When it came to sleeping in the bed, most of our testers felt comfortable using the entire surface.
Jeremy Klein, Product Testing Manager: Even though the surface is topped with memory foam, the edges of the Reserve Hybrid were surprisingly strong. The coil core provides a very solid base, and the memory foam layers are pretty dense, making them more resistant to sagging on the edges.
Ease of Movement7.0/10
Our testers had some difficulty changing positions on the Leesa Reserve Hybrid, particularly the soft model.
Hybrid mattresses usually offer good ease of movement, since the coils provide a responsive springboard. However, memory foam conforms closely and has a slow response to pressure, which can lead to feelings of being stuck in the bed.
While still better than the average foam mattress, the Leesa Reserve Hybrid may not be the ideal mattress for combination sleepers.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: I noticed a bit of resistance when scooting across the Leesa Reserve. I wouldn’t say the mattress is hard to move on per se, but many of the other hybrids we’ve tested offer more responsiveness and don’t sink as much.
Durability8.0/10
Though Leesa doesn’t state the exact density of the memory foams used in the Reserve Hybrid Mattress, the company does say they’re high-density. Higher-density foams typically last longer, and this mattress has a thick comfort section that should protect you from coming into contact with the coils, even if the foams start to soften a little bit. Given the bed’s durable hybrid construction, we’d estimate a lifespan of at least seven to eight years.
HANDS-ON TESTING
Testing Team Takeaways
To test the Leesa Reserve Hybrid 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
The Leesa Reserve showcases the winning combo of plush foam layers and multi-zone coils. Assembly requires a few extra steps, but I really enjoyed how comfy and supportive this mattress felt.
Logan Foley
Executive Product Director · Side sleeper · 140 lbs
Side sleeper · 140 lbs
The Leesa Reserve Hybrid pulls out quite a few stops to deliver a luxury experience. The coils are strong and well-made, and so were the memory foam layers. I felt super comfortable and only felt a bit of heat at night. The fact that there was some assembly required was kind of fun, and I loved all the details on the cover (especially the handles for moving the bed).
Jeremy Klein
Product Testing Manager · Side sleeper · 160 lbs
Side sleeper · 160 lbs
Out of the three options, I’d say the medium (5) version was my best match. When I tested the soft (3) Leesa Reserve, it felt too soft for me to get comfortable. I can see the appeal of that model for people who weigh less than 130 pounds, especially if they sleep on their side, but anyone who weighs more should consider the medium or firm design instead.
Who it Fits
Fit by Sleep Position and Body Weight
Sizes, dimensions and weights
Side Sleepers
Side sleepers on our testing team found that the Leesa Reserve Hybrid Mattress offered ample cushioning to relieve pressure at the hips and shoulders.
As a general rule, people under 130 pounds exert less pressure on the mattress and need a soft surface to prevent pressure points when side sleeping. It’s rare to find a mattress ranking a 3 out of 10 on the firmness scale, and our testers under 130 pounds reported that this bed offered best-in-class pressure relief.
The medium model offers a good middle ground that can accommodate side sleepers of any body type, particularly those between 130 and 230 pounds. Our testers weighing over 230 pounds appreciated that the firm model added a little more resistance to prevent sinkage, while still offering a deep enough comfort system to prevent sleepers from coming into contact with the coils.
Back Sleepers
Most of our back sleepers received excellent support from the firm Reserve Hybrid model, and those under 230 pounds felt comfortable on the medium model as well.
Back sleepers typically sleep best on a medium firm surface that helps keep the spine evenly aligned. In the Leesa Reserve Hybrid, the memory foam and reinforced coils in the lumbar area work to support the natural shape of the spine and prevent the hips from sinking in too far.
Our testers weighing over 130 pounds noted that the soft model failed to provide adequate support when back sleeping. The resulting sink caused added strain that led to back pain in the morning.
Stomach Sleepers
When sleeping on the stomach, the heavier midsection can sink further into the bed, causing the spine to curve unnaturally and leading to tension in the back and neck. As a result, stomach sleepers typically require a very firm surface to maintain spinal alignment. Our stomach-sleeping testers found that the firm Leesa Reserve Hybrid Mattress delivered the needed support.
By contrast, the soft and medium models encouraged our testers to sink into the bed, which was not conducive to healthy spinal alignment. The exception was stomach sleepers under 130 pounds, who didn’t sink in as far and found they were fairly comfortable on the medium model.
Construction
Inside the Leesa Reserve Hybrid
Cover
25% Polyethylene, 74% Polyester, 1% Lycra
4.5″ Comfort Layer
1.5 Ultra High-Density Memory Foam, 1.5″ High-Density Memory Foam, 1.5″ High-Density Polyfoam
9.5″ Support Core
Transitional Polyfoam, 8″ Pocketed Coils (3 Zones, Reinforced Sides), .75″ High-Density Base Polyfoam
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Buying It
Trial, Warranty, and Delivery
365 Night
Sleep trial
Lifetime
Warranty
Free
Shipping and Returns
$179+
White Glove Delivery
Availability
The Leesa Reserve Hybrid Mattress is sold through the company’s website and can be purchased in all 50 states, including Hawaii and Alaska. While some Leesa products are available through third-party suppliers like Amazon or WestElm, currently the Reserve Hybrid is only available direct from the manufacturer.
Shipping
The Leesa Reserve Hybrid Mattress ships for free to all 50 states via FedEx ground. As each mattress is made to order, orders generally take three to five business days to ship from the Arizona factory.
Because the bed has a thicker-than-average profile, the support core and comfort system are individually compressed and shipped in two separate boxes. To set up the bed, you’ll need to first place the expanded support core on the bed base and zip open the cover, then place the comfort system on top and zip the cover shut over both pieces. Allow several hours for the mattress to fully expand before sleeping on it.
Additional Services
Leesa offers optional White Glove delivery and old mattress removal, which you can select at checkout for an extra fee. The company works with a third-party setup partner, LoadUp, who will contact you and set up a date to come set up the mattress after it has shipped with FedEx.
If you have mobility issues, you should note that the mattress is originally delivered to your front door, and up to seven business days may pass before the setup team arrives.
Sleep Trial
Leesa offers a 365-night sleep trial. After the first 30 nights, if you decide the mattress isn’t for you, you can contact Leesa and request a full refund of the price you paid.
The company will arrange to pick up the mattress free of charge except in Hawaii and Alaska, where a $100 fee applies.
Warranty
The Leesa Reserve Hybrid Mattress is backed by a lifetime warranty, during which Leesa pledges to repair or replace defective mattresses. In the event of a warranty claim, the shopper is responsible for transportation and shipping costs. Leesa offers free repairs and replacements for the first 10 years you own the mattress. After that, you’ll pay a percentage of the original mattress price that increases on an annual basis until year 20.
Defects covered under the warranty include permanent indentations of at least 1.5 inches, as well as manufacturing flaws that affect the memory foam, the cover seams, or the zipper. Softening foams, comfort preferences, or damage resulting from abuse or misuse do not qualify for the warranty. Failure to use an appropriate base or foundation with the mattress can void the warranty. Additional terms apply.
Logan is a Certified Sleep Science Coach with a deep understanding of what it means to struggle with sleep. Her years of experience researching and testing sleep products – including mattresses, natural sleep aids, and bedding – are critical to her role helping lead the editorial team. When she’s not testing mattresses or researching CBT-I, she enjoys spending time in the sunshine with her husband and her dogs Pepper and Winston.