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This luxury innerspring hybrid is designed for sleepers who have chronic back or joint issues.
I have mild scoliosis and for the last several years I’ve struggled with recurring lower back pain.
In other words: I fit well within the RX’s target demographic.
Saatva produces what’s regarded as thebest mattressin the country, the Saatva Classic.
Is it worth the cost?
Whether I slept on my side or front, I was well supported.
That said, most of my fellow testers and I were most comfortable resting on our backs.
The Saatva RX nicely redistributed our weight in this position.
Saatva calls the RX ‘supportive plush;’ I call it ‘medium-firm.’
Either way, it may not be comfortable enough for lightweight side sleepers with back or joint pain.
Is this Saatva’sbest mattress for back pain?
I think so but you’re free to’t control the feel of the RX.
If you want a more customized approach, go with either of those (cheaper) options.
You’ll get a lot in return for your investment.
At its core is a series of 8-inch, triple-tempered recycled steel coils set on a non-woven base layer.
This structurally sound mattress prioritizes safe, sleep-friendly materials.
The Saatva RX is also afiberglass-free mattress, instead using plant-based thistle pulp as a flame retardant.
The RX is Saatva’s most expensive model behind the adjustable Solaire.
Are there good mattresses for back pain you could find for less than the Saatva RX?
Just take a look at the Saatva Classic mattress.
Free white glove delivery is standard and optional mattress removal is included.
Not to mention the Saatva RX is a gorgeous luxury mattress.
But it’s more than just its good looks.
It’s specially designed for sleepers who want relief from their back pain.
I also wanted to observe any differences in pressure relief outside of the targeted lumbar zone.
Placing the weight at the lower third of the bed showed a more shallow drop (2.5").
That’s still quite plush but a subtler hug than what you’ll find in the middle.
I’m a side/front sleeper, and I was comfortable no matter how I lay.
I had sufficient support with just enough pressure relief in my knees, lower back, and shoulders.
The responsive surface made it easy to switch positions, and the coils were nice and quiet.
Although I’m not a habitual back sleeper, I found the Saatva RX most comfortable in this position.
My fellow testers agree.
Our weight was well-distributed and we felt the tension in our joints just melt away.
One of my testers likened it to lying on a pool float.
Several of us deal with the conditions that the RX targets.
I have mild scoliosis and recurring lower back pain and was no longer waking up with stiffness.
Firmness and comfort are subjective.
That said, the Saatva is a lofty mattress that skews a little firmer.
Saatva RX mattress review: Performance
I slept on a twin Saatva RX for one month.
The cover is made from organic cotton, a breathable fiber.
The Saatva RX isn’t quite on the level of thebest cooling mattressesbut it comes really close.
It’ll be comfortable enough for most sleepers who don’t have excessive night sweats.
Motion isolation
One of the first things I noticed about the Saatva RX was its bounciness.
I dropped the weight from four, 12, and 25 inches away from the base of the glass.
From four inches away, the empty glass toppled over twice.
(I ran a re-test to be sure.)
The glass remained more upright when I dropped it 12 and 25 inches away but still noticeably wobbled.
What really struck me was how much the weight bounced before it settled after every drop.
Would I recommend the Saatva RX for couples, based on these results?
Memory foam mattresses are often your best bet if you want something to effectively isolate motion.
Read myTempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt mattress reviewfor one such example.
There is one potential workaround the Saatva RX comes in split king and split California king.
This will separate the overall sleep surface so each person essentially has their own bed without being apart.
Edge support
The Saatva RX has firmer caliper coils along the perimeter.
This reinforces the edges so you’re able to sit on them comfortably without fear of falling over.
It’ll prevent the mattress from sagging prematurely, as well.
(However, this was a bit tricky to measure as the outer material bunched up considerably.)
But what are the edges of the Saatva RX like to sit on?
Overall, my fellow testers found the middle perimeter comfortable, with just enough sinkage and plenty of support.
Unlike the Saatva Classic, the RX doesn’t come in multiple height levels.
Saatva RX mattress review: Customer service
The Saatva RX is one heavy mattress.
Saatva doesn’t disclose any exact weights but trust me when I say it’s one solid bed.
I didn’t have to wait for the mattress to inflate, nor did I detect any obvious off-gassing.
Once the mattress is in your home, you get 365 nights to test it out.
Saatva arguably offers the best assortment of extras in the industry.
Should you buy the Saatva RX mattress?
Buy it if…
Though it has two layers of springs, I didn’t hear a single squeak.
Look for a mattress with better motion isolation, namely one made exclusively of foam.
However, it does trap heat easily.
This hybrid is roughly a third of the cost of the Saatva RX and boasts exceptional pressure relief.
It’s also a more manageable height (12 inches).
(it’s possible for you to’t customize the RX at all.
