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Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium

Mattress research for Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium: marketed name, available options, published construction, materials and certification claims, firmness and performance evidence, policies, version history, sources, and unresolved gaps.

Updated 31 July 2026Research only · not physically tested by Nappedia
On this page · evidence record
30-second evidence brief

Historical reference page. This page preserves a historical or alternate mattress identity. Details that could not be matched to one exact version are stated as unresolved.

Bottom line

Medium 11.5 inches Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid; other feels and heights may perform differently.

Quick mattress answers

What the research suggests

  • Reported
  • Results vary
  • Not enough public information
Reported
Sleep positionSide

One-month home test by a 150-155-pound side sleeper plus four additional panelists and a kettlebell/wineglass motion…

Results vary
Body rangeNot enough public information

The reviewed sources do not provide a clear body-weight finding for this mattress.

Reported
CoolingResults vary

Tom's Guide's 2026 test panel rated its Twin sample about 6.5/10 overall, reported good cooling and responsiveness, and…

Results vary
Motion isolationResults vary

Tom's Guide's 2026 test panel rated its Twin sample about 6.5/10 overall, reported good cooling and responsiveness, and…

Reported
Support designNot enough public information

The reviewed sources do not provide a clear support-system description.

Reported
Published feelMedium

A label is not an independent whole-mattress measurement.

Direct-to-Consumer Pricing
Check Official Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium Pricing
Includes free white-glove setup and 365-night home trial.
Buyer Decision Helper (CRO-017)Who Should Skip This Mattress?

Skip if: Prefer deep contouring memory foam hug with zero motion transfer?

Recommended Sister Alternative:
Loom & Leaf (5-lb Memory Foam)
Dual-layer high-density memory foam with targeted lumbar cooling gel.
Evidence suggests it may suit

People seeking memory-foam contour with a more responsive coil base.

Shoppers comparing a current direct model with clearly separated QVC or Costco retailer records.

Evidence suggests checking first

The order of the AirCradle layer and lumbar crown changed after the 2023 independent test generation.

A previously published 4 lb/ft³ AirCradle density was not found in the current primary specifications and is treated as unverified.

Retailer-channel naming does not prove identical or distinct construction.

Research synthesis · no Nappedia physical testRead the full conclusion ↓
Nappedia visual reconstruction. Published components, order unconfirmed. Do not read as a layer stack. Layer order not verified. This is not a teardown or physical inspection by Nappedia.
Construction evidenceComponents documented; layer order not established

The reviewed sources name 1 components for Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium, but do not support one reliable top-to-bottom sequence. No cut-open layer stack is shown because that would imply evidence we do not have.

Editorial Guardrail: Sequence Unverified

Published components, order unconfirmed. Do not read as a layer stack.

Layer order not verified. This is not a teardown or physical inspection by Nappedia. The reviewed manufacturer sources document 1 components for Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium, but do not establish an authenticated top-to-bottom strata sequence. Vertical stack rendering is suppressed to prevent unverified consumer guidance.

Documented Components (1) · Unordered Specifications
Order Unconfirmed
Quilt & Cover1.5"
Construction identity

Nappedia does not declare the unavailable QVC item identical to or different from the direct model without a specification sheet.

Material:The surviving QVC page title establishes the family name and 11.5-inch height but no complete recoverable layer table.
Fiberglass Safety:✓ Verified Free
Scope before conclusions

This page covers the exact database record “Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium.” Unavailable QVC item H527805. The surviving title documents an 11.5-inch Memory Foam Hybrid and retailer-specific 20-year warranty, but not a construction distinct from or identical to the direct model. Current-family specifications and performance are not silently transferred to this historical or retailer record. Nappedia has not slept on, opened, or laboratory-tested this mattress.

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Editorial synthesis

Evidence behind the conclusion

Analysis

Medium 11.5 inches Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid; other feels and heights may perform differently.

Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium is documented as memory-foam hybrid with a medium feel and 11.5 inches profile. The page uses the current or historical documents listed below. Independent findings appear only when the tested version is identified; missing results are marked as unknown.

Who the cited evidence may support

These are research signals, not a comfort guarantee.

  • People seeking memory-foam contour with a more responsive coil base.
  • Shoppers comparing a current direct model with clearly separated QVC or Costco retailer records.

What to check before choosing

These limitations may change whether the mattress fits.

  • The order of the AirCradle layer and lumbar crown changed after the 2023 independent test generation.
  • A previously published 4 lb/ft³ AirCradle density was not found in the current primary specifications and is treated as unverified.
  • Retailer-channel naming does not prove identical or distinct construction.
  • Verify the exact Medium / 11.5 inches configuration before relying on family-level findings.
Confidence statement

High confidence in the configuration identity and current public dimensions; medium confidence in the published construction; performance confidence depends on whether a source tested this exact configuration.

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Identity and core facts

At a glance

Exact record
OfficialSaatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium

Imported source label: Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium

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Type
Not found / unresolvedMemory-foam and pocket-coil hybrid

Memory-foam hybrid

1, 2
Brand firmness
OfficialMedium

A label is not an independent whole-mattress measurement.

1, 2
Profile
Official11.5 inches1, 2
Sizes located
OfficialExact historical size assortment not found1
Record status
OfficialUnavailable QVC listing; aired 26 April 2025

Record type: Configuration. Exact-name support: documented in the reviewed source set.

1, 2
Research method
AnalysisDocuments and attributed independent sources; no Nappedia physical test1, 2
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Named components

Published component map

The official page names these components but does not render one reliable top-to-bottom sequence. They are not numbered as a confirmed stack. This is not our teardown or independent verification of composition.

  • Not found / unresolved

    Construction identity

    The surviving QVC page title establishes the family name and 11.5-inch height but no complete recoverable layer table.

    Nappedia does not declare the unavailable QVC item identical to or different from the direct model without a specification sheet.

    1, 2
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Chemicals and claims

Materials & certifications

Not found / unresolved

QVC item materials and certifications

Not recoverable from the unavailable listing

Direct-model claims are not copied to QVC item H527805 without proof of construction identity.

1, 2
Not found / unresolved

Exact-record certificate documents

Not linked unless specifically stated above

Certification names do not establish scope for every component, generation, retailer SKU, or production lot.

1, 2

Representative editorial textures for orientation only. Nappedia did not inspect a physical material sample.

Forensic Specimen Archive • Metrology & Legal Audit

Uniform Law Label & Material Deconstruction

Under FTC 16 CFR Part 303 and IABFLO uniform law label standards, bedding manufacturers must disclose exact net filling weights using standardized generic fiber terms. Marketing buzzwords are prohibited under federal penalty.

▲ Sewn Into Seam (Tyvek Substrate) ▲

UNDER PENALTY OF LAW THIS TAG NOT TO BE REMOVED EXCEPT BY THE CONSUMER

ALL NEW MATERIAL CONSISTING OF

POLYURETHANE FOAM PAD55%
RESIN-TREATED COTTON BATTING25%
RAYON FIBER / WOOL CHAR BARRIER20%
Net Filling Weight (Excluding Steel Springs)
Uniform Registry Number (Click to decode)
REG. NO. UT-12345 (FL)

Certification is made by the manufacturer that the materials in this article are described in accordance with law.

Manufacture Date:04/2026
Plant Facility:Tampa, FL
Legal Entity:Saatva Inc. / Bedding Industries of America (BIA)
16 CFR Part 1633 Prototype: STV-115-HYB-2026Inspect →
Physical Tag Dimensions: 2.75" × 3.75" (Meets IABFLO 2.5" × 3.0" min)
Active Specimen URN Breakdown
REG. NO. UT-12345 (FL)
Issuing State
UT (Utah)
Registry Sequence
#12345
Plant Location
FL (Florida)
IABFLO 31-State Reciprocity: The issuing state (UT) participates in the Uniform Law Label system. This single registration permits lawful commercial distribution across all 31 regulated US bedding jurisdictions without duplicate state tags.
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Brand scale vs measured samples

Firmness evidence

Official

Published label

Medium; 11.5 inches.

Manufacturer, retailer, or historical-source wording; not an independent measurement.1, 2
Independent

Independent or cross-source context

The direct mattress is marketed as Medium around 5-7/10. A retailer alias does not establish a different measured firmness.

Family-level context; transfer to the exact configuration is limited and labeled.6
Analysis

Nappedia interpretation

Treat Medium as a seller label whose real-world feel can vary by body weight, sleep position, production generation, and test method.

Document synthesis only; no physical test by Nappedia.1, 2

Biomechanical Metrology & Microvascular Hemodynamics

Landis Capillary Threshold: 32.0 mmHg (4.266 kPa)

Interactive Pressure Mapping & Sleep Posture Heatmap

Direct clinical simulation of contact interface pressures, capillary perfusion collapse, and coronal/sagittal spinal curvature across sleeper mass tiers and mattress firmness ratings.

Deflection: 2.56" | Contact Area: 2,508 cm²
1 (Plush)10 (Firm)
Neutral Therapeutic AlignmentWarning Threshold

Shoulder and hip immersion maintain level coronal spinal neutrality parallel to the mattress.

Peak Interface Pressure26.7 mmHg (3.56 kPa) at Hips & Pelvis
Dynamic Total Sinkage2.56" (65.0 mm)

Clinical Perfusion Assessment (Landis 1930): ELEVATED LOAD WARNING: Interface pressure at Hips & Pelvis (26.7 mmHg) approaches the 32.0 mmHg ischemic closing boundary. Microvascular vascular resistance is elevated; increased contouring is advised to prevent localized tissue hypoxia during prolonged lateral sleep cycles.

MATTRESS SUPPORT CORE (INDEPENDENT POCKET COILS & HIGH-DENSITY BASE)Firmness Factor: 5.0 / 10 | Dynamic Deflection: 2.56"Cervical Pillow11.5 mmHg25.8 mmHg14.5 mmHg26.7 mmHg14.3 mmHg10.5 mmHgC1C7T4T10L2L5S12.56"
Hips & Pelviswarning
Interface (mmHg)26.7
Pressure (kPa)3.56 kPa

Warning pressure zone (26.7 mmHg). Elevated microvascular resistance; monitoring recommended.

Capillary Pressure Zones:
Optimal (<18.0 mmHg)
Acceptable (18.0-25.0 mmHg)
Warning (26.0-31.9 mmHg)
Ischemic Hazard (≥32.0 mmHg)
Clinical Source: Landis (1930) Micro-injection Capillary Bed Perfusion Studies.

Anatomical Sensor Matrix (6 Discrete Interface Zones)

Anatomical Sensor ZonePressure (mmHg)Pressure (kPa)Microvascular StatusClinical Evaluation
Head & CervicalOcciput and C1-C7 cervical vertebrae resting on sleep surface/pillow interface11.5 mmHg1.53 kPaoptimalCervical spine neutral.
Shoulders & ThoracicGlenohumeral joint, acromion process, scapulae, and T1-T12 thoracic cage25.8 mmHg3.44 kPaacceptableShoulder joint reaches warning zone (28 mmHg); deep contouring recommended.
Lumbar SpineL1-L5 lordotic bridge requiring active upward support to prevent paraspinal spasm14.5 mmHg1.93 kPaoptimalFlank and waist properly supported.
Hips & PelvisGreater trochanter, iliac crest, and sacrum carrying 40-45% of total sleeper mass26.7 mmHg3.56 kPawarningWarning pressure zone (26.7 mmHg). Elevated microvascular resistance; monitoring recommended.
Knees & ThighsMedial/lateral femoral condyles and patellar articulation14.3 mmHg1.91 kPaoptimalLateral knee contact comfortable.
Feet & AnklesLateral malleolus and calcaneus heel bone interface10.5 mmHg1.40 kPaoptimalLateral ankle safely supported.
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Method, sample, and source kept attached

Performance evidence matrix

A result describes a particular test method and sample. When reputable reviewers disagree, this file records the disagreement instead of inventing a consensus score.

Forensic Sleep Mechanics • coil deflection
RESTING HEIGHT DATUM (8.0 IN)HIGH-DENSITY BASE SUPPORT FOAM (1.8 PCF CORE)NEUTRAL SPINE (Δy≈0)16.0 AWG SHOULDER14.5 AWG LUMBAR15.0 AWG HIP
Body Mass Load:
Shoulder: 28mm / Lumbar: 18mm

Zoned Biomechanics (Hooke's Law): Differential wire gauges isolate body mass zones. While plush 16.0 AWG coils allow deep shoulder contouring (28mm), reinforced 14.5 AWG lumbar springs resist pelvic rotation under heavy loads, arresting sag at 30mm to maintain neutral lordotic alignment (Δy ≈ 0).

Simulated Hooke’s law pocket coil deflection across anatomical body load distributions.

Independent

Current/recent independent sample

Source-scoped

Tom's Guide's 2026 test panel rated its Twin sample about 6.5/10 overall, reported good cooling and responsiveness, and found weaker motion isolation.

One-month home test by a 150-155-pound side sleeper plus four additional panelists and a kettlebell/wineglass motion check; the article documents a layer-order change after the 2023 sample.6

No exact sample table is shown. A version-matched independent measurement set was not located for this mattress. Related family reviews remain in the sources used without being presented as tests of this mattress.

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Exact published measurements

Dimensions & weight

Published profile11.5 inches

1 documented size rows: Documented assortment.

SizeDimensionsWeightSource
Documented assortmentExact historical size assortment not foundExact record weight not found1, 2
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The contract matters

Trial, return, warranty & delivery

Policy snapshotFive purchase terms to verify before ordering
  1. 01Current sale statusHistorical or retired record
  2. 02Original trial and return termsNot established from the reviewed historical sources
  3. 03Original warrantyProduction-year contract not found
  4. 04Secondhand purchasesCurrent direct-sale protections should not be assumed
Not found / unresolvedCurrent sale status
Historical or retired record

No current direct purchase policy is represented for this exact record.

1, 2
Not found / unresolvedOriginal trial and return terms
Not established from the reviewed historical sources1, 2
Not found / unresolvedOriginal warranty
Production-year contract not found

The current warranty is not applied retroactively without evidence.

2, 4
AnalysisSecondhand purchases
Current direct-sale protections should not be assumed1, 2
Forensic Warranty & Trial Audit • Actuarial Deconstruction

Warranty Proration Cliff & Fine Print Analysis

Mattress warranties advertised as "25-Year" or "Lifetime" typically undergo an actuarial transition into a steep proration cliff after Year 10. Consumer defect claims require rigid straight-edge depth proof and strict foundation compliance.

$1,800
$800$2,000$3,500
Year 12 of 25
Year 1 (New)Year 10 (Cliff Edge)Year 25
Prorated Cliff Active
Saatva Classic 11.5" · Friends for Life Limited Warranty
Customer Out-of-Pocket:
$900.00 (50%)
Manufacturer Coverage: 50% ($900.00)Customer Share: 50% ($900.00)
Proration Schedule Breakdown for Saatva:
  • Years 1-10: 100% Non-Prorated. The manufacturer covers 100% of replacement or repair costs ($0 customer copay).
  • Years 11-15: Customer pays 50% of the purchase price ($900.00 on a $1800 mattress).
  • Years 16-20: Customer pays 75% of the purchase price ($1350.00 on a $1800 mattress).
  • Years 21-25: Customer pays 85% of the purchase price ($1530.00 on a $1800 mattress).
  • Round-Trip Freight Surcharge: Optional repair in Year 3+ incurs a mandatory $149 processing fee.
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Do not mix generations

Previous names & version history

  1. Located source record
    Official

    Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium appears in the reviewed source set.

    Unavailable QVC listing; aired 26 April 2025. Unavailable QVC item H527805. The surviving title documents an 11.5-inch Memory Foam Hybrid and retailer-specific 20-year warranty, but not a construction distinct from or identical to the direct model.

    1
  2. Corroborating record
    Analysis

    A second source was reviewed for Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid.

    It is used for context and conflict checking; it does not automatically prove a distinct SKU or identical construction.

    2
  3. 31 Jul 2026 evidence freeze
    Analysis

    Nappedia froze this page's source set and uncertainty labels.

    Future product, retailer, certification, policy, or review changes require a new evidence edition.

    1, 2
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Questions found during research

Common questions, answered from the evidence

These themes recur across brand help centers and independent review research: model name, firmness, sizing, construction, base compatibility, materials, and purchase terms. They are not presented as search-volume rankings.

Which exact mattress does this page cover?

This page covers “Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · Medium.” Its documented status is Unavailable QVC listing; aired 26 April 2025, and the published options are “Medium · 11.5 inches · Unavailable QVC listing; aired 26 April 2025.” Findings from another height, firmness, retailer version, or generation are not automatically treated as equivalent. 1

What firmness is documented for this mattress?

Medium; 11.5 inches. Manufacturer, retailer, or historical-source wording; not an independent measurement. 1, 2

How tall is this mattress, and which sizes were documented?

The published profile for this mattress is 11.5 inches. Documented sizes: Documented assortment. 1, 2

What is inside this mattress?

Reviewed sources name Construction identity, but one reliable top-to-bottom order was not verified. 1, 2

What trial, return, or exchange terms apply to this mattress?

Original trial and return terms: Not established from the reviewed historical sources 1, 2

What independent evidence is available, and which configuration did it test?

Tom's Guide's 2026 test panel rated its Twin sample about 6.5/10 overall, reported good cooling and responsiveness, and found weaker motion isolation. One-month home test by a 150-155-pound side sleeper plus four additional panelists and a kettlebell/wineglass motion check; the article documents a layer-order change after the 2023 sample. 6

Which important details are still unverified?

Exact identity and construction boundary: Not fully established Unavailable QVC item H527805. The surviving title documents an 11.5-inch Memory Foam Hybrid and retailer-specific 20-year warranty, but not a construction distinct from or identical to the direct model. Archived QVC options and size-specific item numbers: Not found or not configuration-specific in the reviewed public sources Complete H527805 construction: Not found or not configuration-specific in the reviewed public sources 1, 2

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The blank spaces are data

What is missing

“Not found” means the fact was not located in the reviewed public sources as of the page review date. It does not prove the feature or material is absent.

Exact identity and construction boundary
Not fully established

Unavailable QVC item H527805. The surviving title documents an 11.5-inch Memory Foam Hybrid and retailer-specific 20-year warranty, but not a construction distinct from or identical to the direct model.

1, 2
Archived QVC options and size-specific item numbers
Not found or not configuration-specific in the reviewed public sources1, 2
Complete H527805 construction
Not found or not configuration-specific in the reviewed public sources1, 2
Historical QVC return terms
Not found or not configuration-specific in the reviewed public sources1, 2
Full 20-year warranty document
Not found or not configuration-specific in the reviewed public sources1, 2
Proof of identity with or difference from the direct model
Not found or not configuration-specific in the reviewed public sources1, 2
Independent test of this exact height, firmness, side, retailer SKU, and generation
Only where explicitly identified above; otherwise not found6
Population-level durability or failure rate
Not found

Reviews, warranties, and individual owner reports do not establish a denominator-based long-term failure rate.

1, 2
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Open every underlying document

Sources used

Official pages establish what the seller publishes. Independent sources are used for observed performance, measurements, teardowns, and version checks. Neither source class is treated as infallible. No physical test was conducted by Nappedia.

Commercial disclosure: Nappedia has an affiliate relationship with Saatva. The product link on this page is currently an ordinary, untracked link.

  1. 1

    QVC · Primary or earliest located record

    First located record for Saatva 11.5" Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress · MediumReviewed 31 Jul 2026
  2. 2

    youtube.com · Corroborating specification, history, or context

    Corroborating or context record for Saatva Memory Foam HybridReviewed 31 Jul 2026
  3. 3

    Saatva · Current direct-sale policy; applicability labeled in the dossier

    Home trial, returns and exchangesReviewed 31 Jul 2026
  4. 4

    Saatva · Current direct-sale warranty; applicability labeled in the dossier

    Saatva mattress lifetime warrantyReviewed 31 Jul 2026
  5. 5

    Saatva · Current direct-sale delivery policy

    Free white-glove mattress deliveryReviewed 31 Jul 2026
  6. 6

    Tom's Guide · Independent in-home and panel review with version warning

    Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid review 2026Reviewed 31 Jul 2026
  7. 7

    Saatva Customer Help Center · Current official specification table

    What are the Memory Foam Hybrid specs?Reviewed 31 Jul 2026
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