Venus Williams Legend Mattress Review

Both Venus Williams Legend models isolate motion very well. Substantial foam comfort layers act as shock absorbers, while the solid polyfoam core also limits motion transfer.

Even with the added bounce of a coiled core, the hybrid version also provides very good motion isolation. The pocketed coils are designed to limit motion transfer, so movement on one side of the bed shouldn’t be felt on the opposite side.

The Legend delivers standout pressure relief. The Venus FIT memory foam cushions pressure points on the hips, shoulders, and spine. Firmer transitional layers help alleviate tension by evenly contouring the body.

Optimal pressure relief depends on choosing the appropriate model based on your sleep style and body weight. Stomach sleepers over 130 pounds and back sleepers over 230 pounds might sink excessively on the all-foam model, potentially causing aches and pains. These sleepers will likely prefer the hybrid version.

Foam: 3/5, Hybrid: 4/5

GhostBed prioritizes temperature control in all of its mattresses, and the Venus Williams Legend is no exception.

The Venus Cooling Cover is made with breathable polyester and recycled fibers. The open-cell memory foam contains gel infusions designed to minimize heat buildup, which can be an issue with traditional foams. GhostBed’s proprietary mineral infusions are engineered to regulate temperature by absorbing and releasing body heat as infrared light.

People who sleep especially hot will likely feel more comfortable on the Legend Hybrid. The extra space in the coiled core promotes airflow better than a dense polyfoam core. Added bounce from the springs also helps prevent sleepers from sinking into the mattress, making heat buildup less of an issue.

While the hybrid sleeps somewhat cooler than the all-foam model, the latter still regulates temperature better than most foam mattresses.

Foam: 3/5, Hybrid: 4/5

Solid edge support minimizes premature sagging while increasing usable surface area of a mattress. Without a sturdy steel core, foam models are more prone to slackening at the edges.

The all-foam Legend minimizes this tendency with its polyfoam support core. Since sagging increases with weight, sleepers over 230 pounds may experience a rolling-off sensation as the mattress ages. Couples may also notice more surface impressions at the sides over time.

People who regularly sit up in bed may want to opt for the hybrid, which offers stronger edge support. A double row of coils reinforces the perimeter, so the sides should resist sagging over time.

Foam: 3/5, Hybrid: 4/5

The more responsive a mattress is, the easier it is to change positions. Some sleepers feel stuck in foam mattresses, especially if deep-hugging memory foam is used.

Sleepers should find it easier to move on the Legend compared to the typical all-foam mattress. Even though the memory foam conforms to the body, the responsive layer of Ghost Bounce foam below keeps sleepers from sinking excessively.

Unsurprisingly, the hybrid version rates slightly higher in this category. The bounce from the springs permits easier movement, and the transitional polyfoam layer also helps prevent sleepers from feeling trapped inside the memory foam.

The conduciveness of a matttress to sex is highly subjective, though edge support, temperature control, and responsiveness generally factor prominently in the equation. The Legend performs well in these areas, so most couples should find the mattress well-suited to sex.

Each version has a fair amount of responsiveness, though couples may prefer the added bounce of the hybrid’s pocketed coils. However, the hybrid’s innerspring core could generate some noise during sex, although this is more of an issue as the mattress ages.

Off-gassing is that new mattress smell that occurs when volatile organic compounds (VOCs) reach the air. Any mattress made with foam will off-gas, but some emit stronger odors than others. Shoppers should note that off-gassing isn’t considered harmful.

Neither version of the Legend has a particularly strong off-gassing smell, and any odors emitted after unboxing the mattress should dissipate within 24 to 72 hours. Airing the mattress out in a well-ventilated room can speed up the process.