DreamCloud Mattress Review: A New Design Brings Balanced Comfort

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DreamCloud is an online mattress brand and the sister company to Nectar, another popular bed-in-a-box brand owned by Resident Home. It specializes in quality beds that cater to those who enjoy the pressure-relieving feel of memory foam. The DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress is its flagship, entry-level option that offers a great value for a variety of people looking to improve their sleep setup, and in turn, quality of rest. Our DreamCloud Mattress review shares insights from a group of eight testers who evaluated the mattress alongside more than a dozen top-rated competitors to see how it matched up.
Our detailed DreamCloud Mattress review highlights the bed's major advantages, possible drawbacks ... More and who we think it's best for. ILLUSTRATION: FORBES / PHOTO: RETAILER
Our testers took a look at important features like firmness, feel, ideal sleeping positions, motion isolation, edge support and more in order to gauge how the DreamCloud Classic performs for different types of individuals. Whether you're a co-sleeper, have a petite to plus-size body type or you favor sleeping on your back or stomach, there are plenty of reasons to like the DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress. See our thoughts below, and who we think it's best (and least) suited for.
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Type: Hybrid | Brand firmness rating: Firm | Trial period: 365 nights | Warranty: Lifetime
Best for: Back, stomach and combination sleepers
Most body types
Those with back pain
Value shoppers
Skip if: You're a side sleeper under 250 pounds
You prefer top-notch motion isolation
The DreamCloud mattress lineup recently saw upgraded design and construction changes, and the new and improved model was well-received among our testers who varied in body type, preferred sleep posture and gender. 'I would recommend this mattress to someone who wants a slight upgrade from a more value-conscious model, without veering into the 'luxury' territory,' says one tester. 'There's just enough sink to feel cradled but enough firmness to feel supported. My back issue might really benefit with this kind of hybrid,' adds another. Whether they were 150 pounds or 250 pounds, our testers praised the DreamCloud for its balanced feel and ability to relieve pressure without compromising on support.
The DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress is 12 inches tall and contains a blend of comfortable foam layers with supportive spring coils. Although, if you prefer a memory foam feel without coils, you can upgrade to the all-foam model for around $150 more.
Here's a look at the inside of the hybrid model: Cover: Finishing the mattress is a quilted top cover with a scalloped design, stitched-in foam and cooling polyethylene fiber infusions to help regulate temperature.
Finishing the mattress is a quilted top cover with a scalloped design, stitched-in foam and cooling polyethylene fiber infusions to help regulate temperature. Comfort layer: A bulk of the bed's comfort comes from this top memory foam layer that contours to your body's curves.
A bulk of the bed's comfort comes from this top memory foam layer that contours to your body's curves. Transition layer: In the middle is a more supportive slab of foam to help lift the spine and neutralize the firm feel of the coils below.
In the middle is a more supportive slab of foam to help lift the spine and neutralize the firm feel of the coils below. Support layer: Near the bottom of the mattress sits an 8-inch layer of pocketed coils that help reinforce the spine and prevent your back from sagging.
Near the bottom of the mattress sits an 8-inch layer of pocketed coils that help reinforce the spine and prevent your back from sagging. Base layer: A dense, thin layer of foam acts as the foundation of the mattress. DreamCloud's Firmness Profile Leans More Medium-Firm
The brand rates the bed as firm, but our testers found it has an ample amount of cushion that makes it feel closer to a medium-firm instead, or a 6 to 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale. 'It has a lifted, cushiony feel. You get a nice level of support and are more on the bed than in it. It also feels a touch softer than the previous model of this mattress,' says Bridget Chapman , Forbes Vetted's senior mattress and sleep editor.
We found the 12-inch DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress to be medium-firm. JAMEL TOPPIN FOR FORBES
Another tester echoes her thoughts and says, 'It feels cushiony on the top, but with a solid firmness underneath so there's no sinkage like a true memory foam mattress . As a result, we think the DreamCloud Hybrid is best for back, stomach and plus-size side sleepers (back sleeping received an 8.5 out of 10 and stomach sleeping scored an 8 out of 10). However, prominent side sleepers should consider a soft mattress with more give to receive better pressure relief under the joints. DreamCloud Mattress Features Pressure Relief
Pressure relief is an important aspect for all sleep postures, but especially side sleepers whose shoulders and hips take the brunt of force while they sleep. Because the DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress has a dense, medium-firm profile, it's a little too stiff for most side sleepers, unless you weigh over 250 pounds. 'I feel a bit of pressure buildup in my hip, which is inadvertently causing some pressure between my stacked knees,' says a tester. Back and stomach sleepers, on the other hand, can feel the top cover's gentle cushioning ease pressure from the spine as they lie down. Our testers scored it an 8.5 out of 10 for overall pressure relief. Cooling
The top cover on the DreamCloud Mattress is woven with cooling polyethylene fibers that help combat memory foam's natural tendency to retain heat, and its innersprings allow for air to pass through easier than foam. Most testers called its cooling feel subtle to average, but it does help regulate temperature better than a traditional memory foam bed. That said, if you're an ultra-hot sleeper, consider one of the best cooling mattresses tested by our editors that contain extra-cool reinforcements. Motion Transfer
If you sleep with a partner or pet, you've likely awoken in the middle of the night from their movements carrying across the bed. A bed with good motion isolation stops those movements in their tracks. We found that the DreamCloud's capabilities are average, as we gave this category a 7.5 out of 10. If you're a light sleeper or prefer a mattress that deadens all movement across a bed, consider the all-foam DreamCloud Mattress, which is great at absorbing motion.
Our team tested the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid alongside over a dozen other mattresses and found it ... More has good edge support. JAMEL TOPPIN FOR FORBES Support
Every sleeper should prioritize support no matter their primary sleep posture. Back, stomach and plus-size sleepers, however, benefit from extra support to prevent the hips and spine from dipping out of alignment. One tester over 250 pounds says, 'I feel no sagging or dipping while sleeping on my back. I tend to store a lot of stress in my shoulders and upper back, and they felt fully supported.' Another heavyweight tester adds, 'My lower back feels supported [while stomach sleeping], which is good considering this position usually tweaks my back.' In total, the DreamCloud Hybrid is built to withstand up to 1,000 pounds evenly distributed (500 pounds on each side).
In terms of edge support, or how sturdy the perimeter of the mattress is, the DreamCloud Hybrid performed well and scored an 8 out of 10. 'This has great edge support while lying down. I feel stable and like I could comfortably stay here all night,' says Chapman. This makes it a good choice for couples who share a small bed (full or queen size) and want to feel more supported along the side. It's also helpful for people with back problems or mobility issues, as the bed is easier to get in and out of. Ease Of Movement
Especially important for combination sleepers and those with pain, the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid scored a 9 out of 10 for ease of movement. 'This mattress has a bouncy feel that makes it easy to switch positions with minimal effort,' says a tester. Although it's made with dense memory foam layers, its firmness prevents sinkage while its coils keep you from feeling stuck. DreamCloud Mattress Pricing
Like most online mattresses, standard shipping is free for your DreamCloud and it arrives at your door inside of a box. However, you can upgrade to white glove delivery and old mattress removal for an extra cost. DreamCloud says you can start sleeping on the mattress after just a few hours but notes it could take up to 72 hours for it to fully expand. Trial Period And Returns
DreamCloud is one of the handful of mattress brands that offers a lengthy 365-night trial, in addition to free returns in the contiguous U.S. if you decide not to keep the mattress. Just note that the brand asks you to wait at least 30 days before initiating a return to let your body acclimate to its feel. Warranty
Every DreamCloud mattress includes a limited lifetime warranty that remains valid for as long as the original purchaser owns it. The warranty covers manufacturing and material defects, such as indentations deeper than 1.5 inches and physical flaws that cause the foam to degrade or split. For the first ten years of ownership, DreamCloud will replace a defective mattress with a brand new one at no cost. After ten years, the company will either repair or replace the mattress, though a transportation fee will apply. It's important to read the warranty details closely to avoid voiding coverage and understand what's included. Other Mattresses From DreamCloud
DreamCloud currently offers four different mattress models that are all offered in both hybrid and all-foam constructions: the Classic, Premier, Luxe and Ultra. Learn more about the Ultra Hybrid and Premier Memory Foam below.
As the brand's top-tier mattress model, the DreamCloud Ultra Hybrid offers soft contouring and doughiness that's more accommodating for side sleepers than the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid, plus it features better cooling power.
The Premier Memory Foam model from DreamCloud has a few more upgrades than the flagship hybrid mattress, including a Euro top that makes it feel more plush and luxurious along with extra cooling fibers for better temperature regulation. However, it's best for those under 250 pounds because of its all-foam design.
The DreamCloud Classic Hybrid offers a good value in terms of comfort, support and versatility—in fact, we named it the best value mattress of 2025. It has a medium-firm profile that's dense and cushioned at the same time, and we found it offers strong spinal reinforcement for back and stomach sleepers. 'This feels a touch softer than its predecessor, putting it in the true medium-firm range, and it has better edge support than the previous model,' says Chapman.
It's also a great option if you live with back pain, since it has solid edge support and provides good ease of movement. However, people who value stellar motion isolation should consider the DreamCloud Classic Memory Foam Mattress or another all-foam model instead. Side sleepers should also consider another choice that's softer, especially those under 250 pounds, like the DreamCloud Luxe or the Ultra, which offer more contouring under the body's curves. Why Trust Forbes Vetted
Our mattress and sleep team consists of talented, passionate and knowledgable professionals with long-time experience in the sleep space who have created a vast library of best product guides, roundups, how-tos and more. McKenzie Dillon, author of this story, is a mattress and sleep editor at Forbes Vetted. She has over six years of writing and researching experience on sleep, earned her sleep science coach certification and has tested over 100 different beds.
Bridget Chapman is the senior mattress and sleep editor at Forbes Vetted and reviewed this article. She oversees all category content alongside Dillon and contributed her expertise to our DreamCloud Mattress review after testing the bed alongside seven other individuals. Collectively, she and Dillon have tested over 200 mattresses, including most of DreamCloud's lineup. How We Tested The DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress Each mattress we review is put through the same series of tests to determine how well it suits the needs of certain individuals. We also have experienced editors who contribute to and/or oversee our processes.
We had eight people with different sleep posture preferences, body types and pain points test the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress and compare it to over a dozen other mattresses that are highly rated online.
Testers analyzed key criteria including firmness, feel, ideal sleep posture, motion isolation, ease of movement, temperature and support. Each metric was rated on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best.
How Long Does A DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress Last?
DreamCloud mattresses come with a limited lifetime warranty. If a defect arises during normal use within the first ten years of ownership, DreamCloud will replace it at no cost. After ten years, the company will repair or replace it, though shipping fees apply. In general, hybrid mattresses generally last around a decade.
Is The DreamCloud Firm Or Soft?
DreamCloud rates its Classic Hybrid Mattress as firm, but our testers found it to be closer to medium-firm with a nice balance of cushion and support.
Is DreamCloud Good For Side Sleepers?
Side sleepers generally require a mattress that is soft enough to cushion the hips and shoulders with enough support to keep the spine properly aligned. The DreamCloud Classic is a little too firm for most side sleepers, but the DreamCloud Luxe and Ultra are accommodating choices.