Eight the PodvsLeesa Original

Which one is best for you? Eight the Pod vs Leesa Original - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress

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Eight the PodCheck current deal.Leesa OriginalUp To 20% Off

Eight the Pod

by Eight Sleep · Foam

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10 years (mattress) 2 years (technology) · 100-night trial

Leesa Original

by Leesa Sleep · Memory foam

Up To 20% Off

10 years · 100-night trial

Pricing by size

Eight the Pod

Twinn/a

Twin XLn/a

Full (Double)$2,695

Queen$2,995

King$3,395

California King$3,395

Leesa Original

Twin$849

Twin XL$899

Full (Double)$1,099

Queen$1,299

King$1,599

California King$1,599

Essential information

	Eight the Pod	Leesa Original
Type	Foam	Memory foam
Launched	–	–
Brand	Eight Sleep	Leesa Sleep
Made in	United States (mattress) & China (technology)	United States
Unique points	The first bed with dynamic cooling and heating to improve sleep. Eight Pod mattress features 4 layers of premium foam, 11 inches deep for optimal support: 2" Airflow Top Layer 1" Supportive Air Technology 4" FlexSpring technology core 4" Durable Premium Base. The Hub is the core that powers the Pod. The Pod includes: Dual-Zone Cooling & Heating Advanced Sleep Tracking Free iOS/Android App	The new and improved Lessa mattress (released October, 2018) is a 3-Layer Foam Construction 2" Cooling Foam Top Layer (IFD: 13. DENSITY: 3 PCF) 2" Contouring Memory Foam (IFD: 9. DENSITY: 3 PCF) 6" Core Support Foam Base (IFD: 32. DENSITY: 1.8 PCF) Seamless Iconic Four-stripe Cover.
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Certifications & trial

	Eight the Pod	Leesa Original
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold
Other certification info	–	<p id="">GREENGUARD Gold</p>
Sleep trial	100 nights	100 nights
Warranty	10 years (mattress) 2 years (technology)	10 years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	The Pod Pro is ready to ship. FedEx will deliver to your door, no signature required.	Once an order is placed, we need 2-3 business days to build and compress your mattress before boxing and shipping directly to you. UPS in-transit times vary from 1-3 business days depending on location.

Firmness & feel

	Eight the Pod	Leesa Original
One firmness fits all	No	Yes
Select your firmness	No	No
Adjustable firmness	No	No
Half and half firmness	No	No
Flippable / reversible	No	No
Firmness info	–	The 6" base foam layer adds strength, durability and structure to support sleepers of all sizes, without feeling too firm.

Construction & materials

	Eight the Pod	Leesa Original
Layers	Airflow Top Layer, Supportive Air Technology, FlexSpring technology core, Durable Premium Base	2" Cooling Foam Top Layer (IFD: 13. DENSITY: 3 PCF), 2" Contouring Memory Foam (IFD: 9. DENSITY: 3 PCF), 6" Core Support Foam Base (IFD: 32. DENSITY: 1.8 PCF), Seamless Iconic Four-stripe Cover.
Cover	The Pod has a soft premium knit cover with enhanced breathability.	The Leesa Mattress is wrapped in our iconic four-stripe cover that features fire retardant properties.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	No	No
Comfort	The only smart mattress with advanced cooling and heating technology designed to help you fall asleep faster and keep you asleep.	Beautifully designed and engineered with three premium foams for cooling, body contouring and pressure-relieving core support. The 2" LSA200 foam top layer provides airflow for a cooler night's sleep and enough bounce for freedom of movement.
Support	Dual-Zone Cooling & Heating. Independently set each side of the bed to anywhere between 55°F-110°F. Schedule on and off times from the Eight Sleep app. Advanced Sleep Tracking. Individual sleep tracking on each bed side, supporting two sleepers. Metrics include sleep stages, sleep time, toss and turns, and more.	The Leesa mattress is designed to cradle and support your body while avoiding the sinking feeling and overheating found in other foam mattresses. Pressure Relieving Memory Foam The 2" memory foam layer delivers the body contouring and pressure relief you've come to expect from memory foam.
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Size & weight

	Eight the Pod	Leesa Original
Available sizes	Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 13 "	Twin: 10 "
Twin weight (kg)	–	45
Twin XL weight (kg)	–	48
Full (Double) weight (kg)	N/A	56
Queen weight (kg)	N/A	71
King weight (kg)	N/A	90
California King weight (kg)	N/A	92

FAQs

Eight the Pod

Is the Eight Sleep Pod loud?

The Eight Sleep Pod operates very quietly. Even when the Hub is adjusting the water temperature in the mattress, it only produces a soft whirring sound.

How does the Eight Sleep Pod work?

The Eight Sleep Pod Pro's Hub functions as a computer and pump. It cools and heats the water in the mattress's Active Grid. The temperature of the mattress can be controlled via the Eight Sleep app.

How firm is the Eight Sleep Pod?

The Eight Sleep Pod is considered to be of "medium-firm" level. It is best suited for stomach, back, and combination sleepers.

Leesa Original

How long does Leesa original mattress last?

The lifespan of a Leesa original mattress is typically around 6-8 years, which is average for most foam mattresses.

Is Leesa good for hot sleepers?

Leesa mattresses are designed to prevent heat retention, a common issue with traditional memory foam mattresses. Therefore, hot sleepers should find a Leesa mattress comfortable.

Where is Leesa manufactured?

Leesa mattresses, foundations, blankets, and pillows are all made in the USA. However, the Leesa Hybrid Pillow is produced in China and the Leesa x Third Sheets are produced in Israel.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Eight the Pod vs Leesa 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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