Bear Mattress celebrates another expert recognition as the Bear Original earns the title of Best Cooling Memory Foam Mattress from Mattress Clarity.
Bear Original Recognized by Mattress Clarity
Bear Mattress is proud to share that the Bear Original Mattress has been named Best Cooling Memory Foam Mattress in Mattress Clarity's annual roundup of the Best Cooling Mattresses for Hot Sleepers. The recognition highlights the Bear Original's ability to deliver the pressure-relieving comfort of memory foam while helping sleepers maintain a cooler, more comfortable sleep environment.
Cooling performance is one of the biggest concerns for mattress shoppers, particularly those who love the feel of memory foam but worry about overheating during the night. Mattress Clarity's testing team evaluated hundreds of mattresses using hands-on performance testing, including temperature regulation, pressure relief, support, motion isolation, responsiveness, and overall comfort. Among memory foam models, the Bear Original stood out for combining cooling technology with dependable support and value.
Read the full Mattress Clarity article here.
Why Mattress Clarity Chose the Bear Original
In its review, Mattress Clarity awarded the Bear Original the title of Best Cooling Memory Foam Mattress and highlighted several strengths that distinguish it from traditional all-foam beds.
The review explains:
"Being a hot sleeper and preferring foam beds can sometimes feel at odds, because foam tends to trap heat in its layers."
According to Mattress Clarity, the Bear Original addresses this common concern through its construction, noting that it:
"...features cooling gel-infused foam layers designed to promote airflow."
After laboratory cooling tests, the reviewers concluded:
"Ultimately, the Bear Original earned a 4/5 on our cooling test."
The review also praised the mattress's balance of support and mobility, explaining:
"The Bear mattress is also easier to move around on than other foam mattresses, thanks to its slightly firmer, more 'on top' feel."
Testing Highlights
Mattress Clarity's testing identified several standout performance categories for the Bear Original:
- Cooling: Earned a 4/5 cooling score during thermal testing.
- Motion Isolation: Testers reported that they "barely registered any movement" from a sleeping partner, making it a strong choice for couples.
- Edge Support: The reviewers noted that the Bear Original offers "surprisingly stable edge support," outperforming what they typically expect from an all-foam mattress.
- Support: Mattress Clarity found the mattress particularly well-suited for back sleepers thanks to its medium-firm feel and supportive design.
Who Mattress Clarity Recommends the Bear Original For
Mattress Clarity recommends the Bear Original for several types of sleepers, including:
- Hot sleepers who prefer memory foam, noting that it retains less heat than the average foam mattress.
- Back sleepers, who benefit from its supportive medium-firm feel.
- Couples, thanks to its strong motion isolation that helps minimize sleep disturbances.
The publication also notes that heavier sleepers over 230 pounds may benefit from a more supportive hybrid mattress, while shoppers seeking the deep sink-in sensation of traditional memory foam may prefer a softer option.
Cooling Features That Help the Bear Original Stand Out
The Bear Original was designed to provide many of the benefits shoppers expect from memory foam while minimizing heat retention.
Key cooling features include:
- Celliant® infrared technology cover or shoppers seeking enhanced temperature regulation and recovery-focused performance.
- Cooling gel-infused memory foam engineered to help dissipate heat.
- A responsive, slightly firmer feel that allows sleepers to remain more "on top" of the mattress rather than deeply cradled in the foam.
These design choices help create a memory foam mattress that offers pressure relief without the excessive heat buildup commonly associated with traditional foam beds.
A Trusted Value for Memory Foam Shoppers
Beyond its cooling performance, Mattress Clarity also recognizes the Bear Original as an excellent value.
In its comprehensive review of the mattress, the publication describes the Bear Original as:
"An affordable all-foam bed that's great for sleepers looking for medium-firm support."
The reviewers also noted that the mattress performs especially well for:
- Budget-conscious shoppers
- Hot sleepers looking for a foam mattress
- Back sleepers seeking balanced support and comfort
Thank You to Mattress Clarity
We're honored that Mattress Clarity recognized the Bear Original as its Best Cooling Memory Foam Mattress. Independent testing and expert evaluations help shoppers make more informed decisions, and we're grateful to see the Bear Original acknowledged for the cooling comfort, support, and value it was designed to deliver.
If you're looking for a memory foam mattress that combines pressure relief with cooling performance, the Bear Original offers an award-winning option backed by rigorous third-party testing and expert recognition.
