Contour5 Mattress Review

What is the Saatva Contour5 Mattress? 

The Saatva Contour5 Mattress is a 12.5-inch memory foam mattress that features a seven-layer construction, with three plush inches of ultra-premium five-pound memory foam and a thick support foam base to prevent sagging. Marketed as the world’s most luxurious memory foam mattress, the Saatva Contour5 offers the deep, body-hugging feel of a classic memory foam mattress while also providing support to keep your spine in healthy neutral alignment. Featuring adaptive cooling technology, this mattress aims to keep your body at optimal temperature all night long. What’s more, it is said to isolate motion, making it a great option for couples. 

Saatva Contour5 Mattress Details

Materials & Construction

Endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association, the Saatva Contour5 Mattress features a durable, seven-layer construction that provides equal parts comfort and support. Here’s a look at what you’ll find beneath the covers:

Layer 1: Breathable Smooth Knit Cover: The streamlined waterfall knit cover of the Saatva Contour5 is made with a naturally breathable, hypoallergenic organic cotton to promote a cooler, healthier sleep. The cover is also expertly tailored with flanged and tape-edge construction for improved layer anchoring and durability, and is treated with an antimicrobial treatment for added safety.

Layer 2: Non-Toxic Flame Barrier: Directly below the cover, a flame barrier made of nontoxic cellulose fibers derived from tree byproducts surrounds the entire mattress. This layer has also been screened for more than 10,000 chemicals and volatile organic compounds to promote cleaner air.  

Layer 3: Next Generation Cooling Technology and Lumbar Support: This two-inch layer features Saatva’s proprietary CoolVent™ System with Lumbar Zone® PCM Matrix, a phase change material that absorbs and dissipates excess body heat and helps keep the sleep surface and lumbar region of the mattress cooler for a comfortable sleep all night long. 

Layer 4: Body Contouring with Optimal Airflow: This 1.5-inch layer is made of gel-infused, high-density four-pound memory foam that provides body-contouring support, pressure relief and cooling comfort. 

Layer 5: Luxurious, Body-Hugging Core: The heart of the Saatva Contour5, this layer features three inches of five-pound, high-density memory foam that resists body impressions from forming over time and gives the mattress its body cradling feel allowing for pressure relief. 

Layer 6: Transition Layer: This two-inch layer is available in two firmness levels, medium or firm, and is designed to transition pressure between the comfort layers and the support base below. 

Layer 7: Highly Durable Support Foam Base: Made from six inches of high-density foam, this durable layer supports the top layers of the mattress. 

Sizes Available

The Saatva Contour5 is available in Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Split King and California King. 

Firmness Levels & Who It’s Best For

The Saatva Contour5 Mattress is available in two different firmness levels: Medium and Firm, making it a great option for various sleepers.

• Medium: 
  • Cushioned, but not too soft
  • Hugs body without allowing hips to sink in too far 
  • Ideal for side sleepers, but also great for back and combination sleepers
  • Great for couples who can’t agree on firmness
    
• Firm: 
  • Has more “push back” support and responsiveness
  • Firm, but never too hard on the back or joints
  • Ideal for stomach sleepers or those who prefer or need a firm mattress
  • Great for sleepers who love memory foam, but move around a lot
    

Sleeper Types Suited For

Thanks to the two different firmness levels, the Saatva Contour5 Mattress works well for all types of sleepers, including side, back, stomach and combination sleepers. It’s also a great choice for couples as it is designed to isolate movement. Finally, for those who tend to sleep hot, this mattress offers cooling technology that can help regulate your temperature at night. 

Firmness Level

When you purchase your Saatva Contour5 mattress, you’ll choose between two firmness levels, medium and firm. If you’re not sure which is best for you, the company provides a helpful guide on their website.  

Purchasing the Saatva Contour5 Mattress

You can purchase this mattress directly through the Saatva website. The company also has several retail stores in the United States where customers can make an in-person purchase.

Prices

At the time of this review, the Saatva Contour5 Mattress is available in the following sizes and prices:

Twin: $1,895

Twin XL: $1,995

Full: $2,795

Queen: $2,995

King: $3,595

Split King: $3,990

California King: $3,595 

*Prices are subject to change and may vary depending on promotions or discounts.

Coupons and Discounts

Saatva frequently offers discounts and savings on their mattresses throughout the year—especially during peak purchase times such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the holidays. You can check out their website and follow them on social media to stay up-to-date on their latest promotions. 

Shipping & Delivery

All Saatva mattresses are handcrafted and made-to-order in the United States. The company is known for their free white-glove delivery meaning that your mattress will not arrive in a box, but rather be hand delivered and set it up in the room of your choice. Most orders are delivered nine to 21 calendar days from the day you place your order.

Saatva Contour5 Mattress Performance Review

Motion Isolation / Transference

The Saatva Contour5 provides motion isolation. Thanks to its durable foam layers, all motion is nearly isolated on the mattress, making it a great option for couples. 

Pressure Relief

The Contour5 mattress is constructed with a unique combination of high-density memory foam that adapts to your body weight and curves to immediately relieve pressure points.

Temperature Control

The mattress features a cooling system that absorbs and disperses excess body heat. Additionally, the gel-infused memory foam of the mattress creates airflow channels to control temperature. 

Edge Support

The Saatva Contour5 features a thick, six-inch bottom layer of high-density foam that provides optimal edge support to make getting in and out of bed easier. 

Ease of Movement

This mattress gives an immediate and luxurious body-cradling feel thanks to its 5-pound memory foam. However, it’s easy to move on this mattress as the foam bounces back. 

Durability

The Contour5 ranks high on durability. The plush, three-inch ultra-premium, five pound memory foam core and high-density base ensure maximum durability for years of comfort and support. 

Noise

There is minimal noise when moving on the Saatva Contour5. 

Sex

The Saatva Contour5 offers both bounce and responsiveness, making it a great choice for couples looking for a mattress that allows for intimacy. The sturdy base that provides strong edge support also helps keep the mattress in its place. 

Off-gassing/Odor

The Saatva Contour5 might have a mild odor upon delivery. However, this is typical of foam mattresses and the odor is known to dissipate quickly. 

Comparing the Saatva Contour5 to Other Popular Picks

The Saatva Contour5 is a great mattress choice for anyone looking for a foam mattress that is handcrafted, durable, supportive and offers cooling technology for temperature regulation. It is ideal for all types of sleepers thanks to its two firmness options. Here’s a look at how it stacks up against its competitors:

The Saatva Contour5 vs. Lull Luxe Premium Hybrid Mattress

Both the Saatva Contour5 and Lull Luxe Premium Hybrid Mattress feature a seven-layer design. The main difference is that the Contour5 is an all-foam mattress whereas the Lull Luxe is a hybrid foam and spring mattress. Both offer pressure relief, cooling features and motion isolation. While the Contour5 offers a selection from two firmness options (medium and firm), the Lull Luxe only offers one firmness level (medium). The Lull Luxe arrives in a box to your doorstep where the Contour5 is hand delivered. In terms of price, the Lull Luxe Premium Hybrid Mattress retails for slightly higher than the Saatva Contour5, but both companies offer discounts that make the mattresses more affordable. 

The Saatva Contour5 vs. the Nectar Luxe Memory Foam Mattress

Although they’re both foam mattresses, the Saatva Contour5 and the Nectar Luxe Memory Foam Mattress differ in a few key areas. The Saatva Contour5 has a seven-layer construction versus the Nectar Luxe’s five-layer design. Both offer cooling technology and pressure relief, with the Nectar Luxe featuring a cooling top cover that is cool to the touch. The Nectar Luxe comes in a medium-firm firmness whereas the Saatva Contour5 lets customers choose from a medium or firm firmness. Both have generous trial periods of 365 nights and lifetime warranties. When it comes to price, the Saatva Contour5 and Nectar Luxe are comparable and both companies often offer discounts on the retail price of the mattress. 

About Saatva

Saatva is a premier online retailer of luxury mattresses and has appeared half a dozen times on Inc. 5000’s list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America. The company was founded on the principle that everyone deserves healthy and restorative sleep on a quality bed. 

Customer Service

The Saatva customer support team is friendly, accessible and always willing to help. They are available to chat every day, 24 hours per day via phone at 1-877-672-2882, online on the Saatva website or by email at [email protected]. 

Sleep Trial

Saatva offers a 365-night home sleep trial so customers can try their mattress for one full year before deciding to keep the mattress for good. There is a $99 processing fee for all mattress returns. 

Warranty

The Saatva Contour5 mattress is backed by a lifetime warranty. Under this warranty, your mattress is covered for the first two years and if deemed defective during that period, Saatva will replace it. Starting in year three and for as long as you own the mattress, Saatva will completely repair and re-cover your Contour5 mattress. You will be responsible only for the processing fee. From year three on, Saatva also offers the Fairness Replacement Option should your bed be deemed defective. If you choose this option, you keep your original mattress for your personal use and can purchase a new Saatva mattress at a fraction of the cost of the original.