If you’ve ever experienced back pain, then you know it can seriously impact your ability to get a good night’s sleep. Luckily, the right mattress can help relieve some of the discomfort so you can snooze more easily. However, mattresses aren’t one-size-fits-all—and the best mattress for your back pain really depends on the type of pain you’re experiencing.
Two popular options for back pain are our
America’s best-selling online luxury innerspring
and
The first luxury mattress specially designed for sleepers with chronic back & joint conditions
, both of which are hybrid innerspring mattresses. Which one is right for you comes down to whether you deal with normal aches and pains or you have a diagnosed spinal condition.
Below, find out more about the differences between the Saatva Classic vs. Saatva Rx so you can decide which one is your ideal match.
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Two popular options for back pain are our
America’s best-selling online luxury innerspring
and
The first luxury mattress specially designed for sleepers with chronic back & joint conditions
, both of which are hybrid innerspring mattresses. Which one is right for you comes down to whether you deal with normal aches and pains or you have a diagnosed spinal condition.
Saatva Classic vs. Saatva Rx: 4 key differences
The Saatva Classic and Saatva Rx are two hybrid innerspring mattresses made with high-quality materials. Additionally, they both come with our signature 365-night home trial, lifetime warranty, and free white glove delivery.
While these mattresses share some similarities, they also have a few key differences you should know about before making a purchase. Check out the table below for an at-a-glance look at how these two mattresses compare, then keep reading for more information on the biggest differences.
Comparison Saatva Classic Saatva Rx Mattress type Hybrid innerspring Hybrid innerspring Height 11.5″ or 14.5″ 15″ Firmness options Plush Soft; Luxury Firm; Firm Supportive Plush Who it’s best for General aches and pains; all sleep styles Serious and chronic back and joint conditions Warranty Lifetime Lifetime Price (queen) $1,995 $3,295
1. Who the mattresses are best for
The main difference between the Saatva Classic and Saatva Rx is who can benefit most from each mattress. For normal aches and pains, we recommend our best-selling Saatva Classic. It’s available in three firmness levels and contains our patented Lumbar Zone® Technology for healthy spinal alignment in any sleep position.
For those with severe and chronic back and joint conditions (such as sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc, and scoliosis), we recommend our Saatva Rx. It’s specially designed to give maximum support and pressure relief that can help alleviate the discomfort associated with these conditions.*1
2. What’s inside the mattresses
While the Saatva Classic and Saatva Rx are both hybrid innerspring mattresses, their construction is slightly different.
The Saatva Classic features a durable innerspring base coil unit that’s topped with a layer of responsive, individually pocketed coils that contour to your body to relieve pressure points. There are stronger and firmer coils in the center third of the mattress, where most of your body weight lies.
That’s topped with a CertiPUR-US®-certified high-density foam lumbar crown that offers excellent pressure-point relief and our Lumbar Zone® Active Wire to help keep your spine in healthy alignment. This provides excellent relief for normal achy backs and joints.
The Saatva Rx, on the other hand, has a pocketed comfort coil unit that’s topped with our Therapeutic Support Core. The Therapeutic Support Core features our innovative 2-inch Rx Foam Module encased on top of each individual pocketed coil. The modular foam design offers better motion isolation and body contouring than single-layer foams.
On top of this is a 1-inch micro-coil layer, which offers more flexibility than other coil types. The result is maximum pressure relief and body contouring for those with serious chronic back and joint issues.
3. How the mattresses feel
Another difference between the Saatva Classic and Saatva Rx is how the mattresses feel. Although they’re both hybrid innerspring mattresses, there are subtle differences when it comes to the way they feel when you lie down on them.
The Saatva Classic is available in three firmness levels, each with a different feel:
- Plush Soft has a deep, body-hugging feel and is ideal for people who know they like a soft, cushiony feel; side sleepers who like extra contouring; and lighter-weight individuals who often find mattresses to be too firm.
- Luxury Firm (our best-seller) is designed to replicate the comfort level used in luxury hotels. It provides a perfect balance of comfort and uplifting support and is great for all sleep styles as well as couples who can’t agree on a firmness level.
- Firm is designed to feel like you’re lying on top of the mattress rather than sinking in. It’s ideal for people who know they want a very firm mattress; back and stomach sleepers; heavier body types; and if your doctor recommends an extra-firm mattress.
The Saatva Rx comes in one firmness level, Supportive Plush, which instantly relieves pressure points. It’s best suited for side sleepers but also great for back and combination sleepers who suffer from chronic back and joint conditions.
4. What the mattresses cost
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Adamas Rug
The subtle yet captivating diamond trellis pattern on the Adamas flatweave wool area rug imbues a distinct elegance to any bedroom.
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Adjustable Base Plus
With weightless, Zero Gravity support, the Saatva Adjustable Base Plus allows you to set your ideal position for sleeping—and living—with one touch of the remote.
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Aero Quilt
Make bedtime even dreamier with our lightweight quilt in the softest cotton viscose gauze weave that’s dual-sided for versatility.
Mattresses specifically designed for people with spinal conditions cost more due to the nature of the materials used and the construction of the mattress. That’s why the Saatva Rx comes with a higher price tag than the Saatva Classic.
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Find the perfect hybrid innerspring mattress for you at Saatva1
Saatva Classic Innerspring Mattress
Our flagship luxury mattress is expertly engineered with coil-on-coil construction for durability, a layer of memory foam for enhanced back support, and a cushiony Euro pillow top for extra comfort.
Saatva Rx Mattress!
Saatva Rx Mattress
Specially designed to give maximum support and pressure relief that can help alleviate discomfort associated with serious and chronic back and joint conditions like sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc, and scoliosis.
Here’s the breakdown of our pricing for comparison:
- Saatva Classic: $1,995 (queen)
- Saatva Rx: $3,295 (queen)
Find the perfect hybrid innerspring mattress for you at Saatva
Saatva Classic Innerspring Mattress
Our flagship luxury mattress is expertly engineered with coil-on-coil construction for durability, a layer of memory foam for enhanced back support, and a cushiony Euro pillow top for extra comfort.
Saatva Rx Mattress
Specially designed to give maximum support and pressure relief that can help alleviate discomfort associated with serious and chronic back and joint conditions like sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc, and scoliosis.
FAQs
What is the Saatva Classic?
The Saatva Classic is our flagship hybrid innerspring mattress. It has a plush Euro pillow top and a responsive dual-coil design for the perfect blend of comfort and support.
Is the Saatva Classic comfortable?
Comfort is subjective, but the Saatva Classic gets high marks for comfort. It’s available in three firmness levels to suit all sleep positions and features our patented Lumbar Zone® Technology for healthy spinal alignment.
What is the Saatva Rx?
The Saatva Rx is the first luxury mattress specifically designed for sleepers with chronic back and joint conditions. It delivers maximum support and pressure relief that can help alleviate discomfort associated with spinal conditions such as sciatica, scoliosis, and arthritis.
What are the layers of a Saatva mattress?
Saatva mattresses are handcrafted with premium materials in each layer. From the bottom up, the layers of the Saatva Classic include:
- Base coil unit made of 13-gauge tempered steel for maximum durability
- Individually pocketed comfort coils made of 14.5-gauge steel that contour to your body to relieve pressure
- CertiPUR-US®-certified high-density memory foam lumbar crown for excellent pressure relief and Lumbar Zone® Active Spinal Wire to help keep the spine in healthy alignment
- 3-inch Euro pillow top with Lumbar Zone® Quilting for more support in the center third of the mattress
- Cover made with organic cotton to promote cooler sleep
Does Saatva have good edge support?
Yes, all Saatva mattresses provide excellent edge support. The Saatva Classic has high-density foam rails around the perimeter to create stable, firmer edge support. The Saatva Rx, meanwhile, has firmer caliper spring coils around the perimeter to give the mattress greater edge support.
Saatva Classic vs. Saatva Rx: Choose the right one for you
The bottom line: If you deal with normal aches and pains—or you’re simply looking for a comfortable hybrid innerspring mattress to suit your sleep style—then consider the Saatva Classic. If you have a spinal condition and experience pain and discomfort from that condition while you sleep, then consider the Saatva Rx.
No matter which Saatva mattress you choose, you’ll get a 365-night home trial so you can try it out in the comfort of your own home before deciding if it’s right for you.
1 The Site’s content is not intended to diagnose any condition, to prescribe any course of treatment, or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
