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WinkBed Blue Series 1 Mattress Review
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The WinkBed Blue Series 1 hybrid mattress combines Talalay latex and pocketed coils for exceptional cooling, motion isolation, and support. Its medium-firm feel suits most back and stomach sleepers, offering balanced comfort. Its strong edge support and enhanced breathability makes it an ideal choice for hot sleepers and couples.
- Made of durable materials that hold up well over time
- Little to no off-gassing odor
- Conforms to your body but is still easy to move around on
- Breathable enough to satisfy most hot sleepers
- Retail-only model, not available online
- Shipping, warranty, and return policies vary between retailers
- Plush feel may not be supportive enough for stomach sleepers over 230 pounds
While most WinkBeds mattresses are sold both online and in stores, the WinkBeds Blue Series 1 Mattress is one of two new WinkBeds available exclusively through brick-and-mortar retailers. This latex hybrid model has a medium (5.5) feel and a high profile, measuring 15 inches thick. Its counterpart, the Series 2, is 17 inches tall and has a medium soft (4) feel.
The Blue Series follows on the heels of the classic hybrid WinkBed Mattress and all-foam WinkBeds GravityLux Mattress, both of which come in several firmness levels, from medium soft (4) to firm (8), to suit different body types and sleeping positions.
We’ll share how it performed in our in-house tests, which of our testers found it most comfortable, and what you should know about the purchasing process.
SMART MATCHING
Is the WinkBed Blue Series 1 Right for You?
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TEST LAB RATINGS
How the WinkBed Blue Series 1 Scored
Motion Isolation8.0/10
The WinkBed Blue Series 1 Mattress’ motion isolation is similar to what we’d expect from most medium or medium-soft latex hybrid models. While the buoyancy of latex and the springy coil core contribute to some motion transfer, the plush polyfoam layer significantly restricts it.
Our tests detected mild vibrations across the bed’s surface, and team members also reported feeling some motion when a testing partner moved around on the other side. Some sleepers who awaken easily and share their bed with a restless partner may notice vibrations, but most sleepers won’t.
Jeremy Klein, Product Testing Manager: Latex and hybrid mattresses are notoriously bouncy, but the plushness of the WinkBed Blue Series 1 combined with its foam layer help absorb movement substantially.
Pressure Relief8.5/10
Pressure relief is one of the WinkBed Blue Series 1’s defining characteristics. A 2-inch layer of latex and a 2-inch layer of polyfoam provide generous conforming to redistribute the sleeper’s weight and ease pressure. The pocketed coil system adds to this by allowing each spring to compress individually for more precise conforming.
Across the board, our testers reported experiencing strong pressure relief. Our pressure mapping showed that the mattress spread out the force of the tester’s weight particularly well for side sleepers under 130 pounds.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: The Blue Series 1’s ability to relieve pressure in my shoulders and hips is crucial as a side sleeper. The thick comfort system cushions my pressure points but the springs keep me from sinking in too deep.
Temperature Control9.5/10
Latex hybrids tend to earn high marks in this category due to the breathability of latex and coils, but soft models can trap heat by hugging the body.
However, the WinkBed Blue Series 1’s cover contains gel engineered to wick away heat, the latex layer lets air circulate, and a copper infusion is designed to further transfer heat away from the sleeper. Airflow through the coil system also helps dissipate heat.
Our temperature readings showed minimal warmth lingering on the surface after removing a heat source, and our testers prone to sleeping hot said they remained at a neutral temperature.
Colin Simpson, Product Research Manager: I’m usually a little wary of softer beds because they’re often made of heat-trapping, cushy foams, but the Blue Series 1 was nothing of the sort. I sank in a bit, but the latex was breathable and didn’t really hug my body. The coils were strong like on the classic WinkBed and I slept comfortably through the night.
Edge Support8.0/10
Like many latex hybrid models, the WinkBed Blue Series 1 Mattress includes a coil core with a reinforced perimeter. This gives the edge a sturdier feel than we normally find in plusher models.
While team members over 230 pounds experienced more compression, everyone felt relatively stable along the perimeter. This could give couples more surface area and make it easier for those with mobility issues to get in and out of bed.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: The latex and Serene foam combo, paired with the reinforced-edge pocket coils, make for a strong edge that’s both responsive and provides just enough pushback.
Ease of Movement9.5/10
Thanks to its responsive latex hybrid design, the WinkBed Blue Series 1 is easier to move on than the average medium (5.5) model. While the Talalay latex contours to the sleeper’s body, it regains its shape quickly so that it’s easier to change positions. The coil core also adds bounce to facilitate movement.
All of our team members reported that the Blue Series 1 did not impede their movement. It may be a good option for sleepers with mobility issues who want a softer sleep surface.
Colin Simpson, Product Research Manager: The responsiveness of the latex and coils gives the body some extra support in this area, making movement across the surface really easy.
HANDS-ON TESTING
Testing Team Takeaways
To test the WinkBed Blue Series 1 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 · Side sleeper · 215 lbs
Side sleeper · 215 lbs
I’ve been testing the classic WinkBed lately, so sleeping on the Winkbed Blue Series 1 was an upgrade in so many ways. It felt softer than the classic WinkBed, while still keeping much of that supportive feel. I tend to go for something with middle-of-the-road firmness, so the Blue Series 1 was an excellent match. The Blue Series 1 is a well-made latex hybrid, so it was very breathable and I didn’t feel any heat buildup. As a really hot sleeper, I could easily see myself sleeping on this bed year-round.
Colin Simpson
Product Research Manager · Stomach sleeper · 190 lbs
Stomach sleeper · 190 lbs
This is an upgraded — and updated — take on the classic WinkBed. The surface feels plush yet supportive, and the latex layers give this a bouncier feel. As I laid on the bed, my body felt cushioned by the surface, but I could move around with ease.
Jeremy Klein
Product Testing Manager · Side sleeper · 160 lbs
Side sleeper · 160 lbs
The interesting aspects of the Blue Series 1 are the latex and Serene foam combo. Latex lends to its responsive nature and pushback support while the Serene foam provides the initial impact absorption. Those materials combined with the reinforced-edge pocket coils mean it’s pressure relieving without being sink-in, has a bounce and response that still dampens movement, a strong edge, and should be a cooler sleep than a standard foam hybrid. My main takeaway is that this is a premium model that will wow a shopper in a showroom setting — you’ll appreciate its luxury nature.
Who it Fits
Fit by Sleep Position and Body Weight
Sizes, dimensions and weights
Side Sleepers
Because of its medium (5.5) feel, the WinkBed Blue Series 1 earned its highest marks from our side-sleeping team members. With 2 inches of Talalay latex and 2 inches of foam in the comfort layers, our testers’ hips and shoulders sank in enough to limit pressure buildup. The pocketed coil core prevented these critical regions from sagging too deeply and putting our testers’ spines out of alignment.
Our testers under 130 pounds reported a nearly ideal combination of cradling and support. Those over 130 pounds felt comfortable but some preferred a slightly sturdier surface.
Back Sleepers
Most of our back-sleeping testers found the Blue Series 1 quite comfortable. The Talalay latex spreads compression over a relatively wide area, gently molding to our testers’ lower backs while providing ample support to promote good sleep posture.
As a medium (5.5) mattress, the WinkBed Blue Series 1 has more cushion than we typically recommend for heavier back sleepers, but its balanced feel appealed to nearly all of our back-sleeping testers under 230 pounds. Some over 230 pounds felt that their hips sank in more deeply than was ideal, but no one reported experiencing lower back discomfort.
Stomach Sleepers
While medium and soft mattresses don’t often accommodate stomach sleepers, our testing team found that this bed worked well for many of our face-down sleepers. The top layer uses Talalay latex, which distributes weight across a wide area rather than exclusively under the sleeper’s body. This can help limit the midsection sinkage that often makes medium or softer firmness mattresses uncomfortable for stomach sleepers.
Testers under 130 pounds noted that the surface felt plush yet supportive. Those between 130 and 230 pounds enjoyed the feel but thought a firmer bed would keep their spines more level. Most of our testers over 230 pounds noticed a bit more sagging around their midsections, making it difficult to maintain good sleep posture.
Construction
Inside the WinkBed Blue Series 1
Cover
Quilted Cover With Gel
2″ Comfort Layer
Copper Talalay Latex 2″ Polyfoam
9″ Support Core
Pocketed Coils (15 Gauge, Reinforced Perimeter)
1″ Base
Polyfoam
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Buying It
Trial, Warranty, and Delivery
Variable
Sleep trial (depending on showroom)
Lifetime
Warranty
Variable
Delivery (depending on showroom)
Availability
At this time, the WinkBed Blue Series 1 Mattress is available exclusively through select brick-and-mortar retail partners.
Shipping
Because the WinkBed Blue Series 1 Mattress is sold by third-party partners, shipping policies may vary between retailers. However, many offer free shipping within the contiguous United States.
Additional Services
The availability of White Glove delivery and old mattress removal varies between retailers. Those that offer these services may charge a fee.
Sleep Trial
Sleep trial policies vary between retailers. Many showrooms that focus on mattresses by online brands offer the manufacturer’s trial policy. However, you should investigate the trial policy for the WinkBed Blue Series 1 Mattress at the specific retailer you’re shopping through before making your purchase.
Warranty
Purchases through online mattress showrooms typically include a manufacturer’s warranty if that showroom is authorized to sell the mattress in question. Always verify the warranty with the retailer prior to purchase.
The standard limited lifetime warranty for most WinkBeds models covers defects that result in indentations over 1.5 inches deep or the degradation of the foam or springs.
Jeremy is a sleep product tester with a passion for methodology and data collection. He’s spent the last six years at Sleep Foundation testing nearly every mattress, pillow, and sheet on the market, and has gained a holistic understanding of how to get the most accurate and universal results possible. When he’s not working, Jeremy likes to make music, play tennis, and watch old movies.