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Bear Star HybridvsBedInABox Original

Which one is best for you? Bear Hybrid vs BedInABox Original - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress

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Bear Star Hybrid35% OFF + Free GiftBedInABox OriginalSave up to 25%!
Bear Star Hybrid logoBear Star Hybrid

Bear Star Hybrid

by Bear Mattress · Hybrid (coils and foam)

35% OFF + Free Gift

Lifetime · 365-night trial

BedInABox Original logoBedInABox Original

BedInABox Original

by BedInABox · Memory foam

Save up to 25%!

20 years · 120-night trial

Pricing by size

Bear Star Hybrid

Twin$1,298
Twin XL$1,398
Full (Double)$1,498
Queen$1,732
King$2,132
California King$2,132

BedInABox Original

Twin$749
Twin XL$799
Full (Double)$899
Queen$999
King$1,199
California King$1,199

Essential information

Bear Star HybridBedInABox Original
TypeHybrid (coils and foam)Memory foam
Launched19962004
BrandBear MattressBedInABox
Made inUnited StatesUnited States
Unique points

The Bear Star Hybrid is designed to offer a luxurious, traditional mattress feel using individually wrapped coils and premium foams. Made with 5 layers:

  • Moisture wicking, cool to the touch hand-quilted cover
  • Copper-infused Memory Foam
  • Responsive Comfort Foam
  • Individually encased coils
  • High-Density Support Foam

The PacBed Original has a new look and improved feel! We kept the aspects that made the PacBed Original our most popular mattress, while enhancing the feel of our memory foam. A 2-layer construction:

  • 3" 3lb Density CoolRest® Advanced Memory Foam
  • 8" 2lb Density High Quality Sure Align Support Foam
  • Smooth Knit Cover.
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Certifications & trial

Bear Star HybridBedInABox Original
OEKO-TEX®NoYes
CertiPUR-US®YesYes
CertificationsCertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD GoldCertiPur-US®, OEKO-TEX®
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Sleep trial365 nights120 nights
WarrantyLifetime20 years
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Free returnsYesYes
Pay laterYesYes
Delivery info

Estimated delivery: 7-10 business days. Ships FREE via FedEx. The Bear Star Hybrid is constructed in and shipped from Wisconsin, US, so delivery times may vary depending on its final destination. The mattress is compressed, vacuum sealed and rolled into a box that is 45" x 20.5" x 20.5". We recommend that two people set up your Bear Star Hybrid mattress.

Typically, orders are shipped within two business days of receipt from our warehouse in Johnson City, TN via FedEx Ground. Delivery is usually 1-5 days depending on where you live.

Firmness & feel

Bear Star HybridBedInABox Original
One firmness fits allNoYes
Select your firmnessNoNo
Adjustable firmnessNoNo
Half and half firmnessNoNo
Flippable / reversibleNoNo
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Construction & materials

Bear Star HybridBedInABox Original
LayersCopper-infused Memory Foam, Responsive Comfort Foam, Individually Encased Coils, High-Density Support FoamDensity CoolRest® Advanced Memory Foam, Density High Quality Sure Align Support Foam, Smooth Knit Cover.
CoverMoisture wicking, cool to the touch hand-quilted cover combines HydroCool® technology, plus Celliant® fiber to create a cool and fast drying sleep surface that improves your overall well-being every night.Soft polyester knit cover for comfort and stretch, perfect for memory foam. Polyester fabrics and fibers are incredibly strong and durable, resists abrasion and dries quickly. Breathable for better temperature control. Accentuates the memory foam feel.
Machine-washable coverNoNo
Ergonomic handlesYesNo
ComfortSleep Cool and Breezy Sleep easy with a heat-conductive copper-infused comfort foam, layered with innerspring coils and Sleep Recovery Technology™ for a cool-to-the-touch sensation. Stay cool throughout the night3 lb density memory foam rebounds (takes it shape) quicker making it easier to change positions. Open cell structure increases air flow, contributing to a cooler sleep.
SupportFull Support from Edge to Edge Extra strong edge coils allow for enhanced edge support along the perimeter of the mattress. Supportive edges reduce roll-offThe CoolRest® advanced memory foam has been softened (just slightly), creating more contouring qualities, while retaining the same great support. CoolRest® advanced memory foam perfectly contours to your body providing improved pressure relief to reduce tossing & turning. Sure Align support foam designed to support & correctly align your spine so you can sleep better. This works in tandem with the memory foam and provides perfect support for long lasting comfort and helps to distribute body weight evenly across the mattress.
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Size & weight

Bear Star HybridBedInABox Original
Available sizesTwin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California KingTwin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
DimensionsTwin: 13 "Twin: 11 "
Twin weight (kg)6053
Twin XL weight (kg)6060
Full (Double) weight (kg)8074
Queen weight (kg)11088
King weight (kg)140110
California King weight (kg)140110

FAQs

Bear Star Hybrid

What type of sleeper will enjoy the Star Hybrid?

The Star Hybrid mattress is versatile and suits a wide range of sleepers. Whether you sleep on your back or switch positions, this mattress offers a balance of softness and support. It features a foam-quilted cover and additional foam layers infused with gel and copper, along with a robust coil system at the base. It's particularly recommended for side sleepers, combination sleepers, and couples of various sizes and sleep positions.

How would you rate the firmness of the Star Hybrid?

The Star Hybrid is rated as a medium-firm mattress, with a firm core support and a plush, hand-tufted top that provides a floating-on-a-cloud feeling. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being most firm, the Bear Hybrid is categorized as a 6.8.

Is the Star Hybrid made in the USA?

The Star Hybrid is made in the USA using both foreign and domestic components. It is built with CertiPur-US Certified foams and is GREENGUARD Gold Certified to ensure high-quality materials and healthy indoor air quality.

BedInABox Original

What sleep setup do you recommend for my BedInABox?

Each BedInABox® mattress is designed to work with any standard foundation. Foam mattresses need as much direct support under them as possible in order to properly support the sleepers. Keeping a slatted or platform foundation under your BedInABox® will help you avoid mattress sagging or breakdown of the memory foam. It is recommended to pair your BedInABox® mattress with the Clever Connect foundation or the MotionInABox™ Adjustable Frame.

Is there a weight limit on your mattresses?

BedInABox® uses high-quality support foam, so there are no weight limits for any of their memory foam mattresses. However, certain foundations do have weight limits. Their foundations are rated for up to 1000 lbs.

Why is BedInABox® the best Mattress in a Box?

BedInABox® claims to be the best Mattress in a Box because they are the only brand that makes their own foam, assembles every mattress, and ships it all from their own factory in North Carolina. This means that every component of your BedInABox® is made in America and under one roof.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Bear Hybrid vs BedInABox Original mattress comparison. We have tried to compare all the necessary information to help you choose which mattress is the most suitable for you.

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