Hi Tommyg,
Welcome to the Mattress UnderGround,
When I attended the Las Vegas Market in July, I tested several of the GhostBed options. Although they don’t highlight their latex mattress as much as their other models, I found the latex mattress to be exceptionally comfortable.
The GhostBed Classic is medium-firm, which is likely going to be firmer than what you’re looking for, since you prefer a “medium plush” feel.
Medium-firm beds typically offer more support, which can be great for back sleepers, but they might not provide the plushness you’re after when you’re side-sleeping. The GhostBed Classic does feature a layer of latex, which is great for durability, breathability, and responsiveness. However, latex beds tend to feel firmer due to the more buoyant foam as compared to memory foam or hybrid mattresses. It’s good for keeping cool since latex doesn’t retain heat as much, which might help with your “sleeping hot” concern. At $850, it’s a more affordable option compared to the Venus Williams Legend Hybrid, which might be worth considering depending on how much you’re willing to invest.
The Venus Williams Legend Hybrid combines coils with foam layers, offering a balance of support and comfort. Hybrid mattresses can provide a more traditional “cushioning” feel with the added support of pocketed coils, which might be more in line with your preference for a plush yet supportive mattress.
This mattress doesn’t contain latex, which means it might be a little softer overall and could provide a more “hugging” feel from the foam layers. If you tend to feel like you sleep too hot, the hybrid design could still give you decent breathability, but it depends on the foam material used. It’s more expensive at $1500, but it could be worth it if you’re looking for a more plush, softer feel that works for both back and side sleeping, especially considering you don’t have joint issues and don’t snore.
The Venus Williams Legend Hybrid is listed as a medium-firm mattress, while you prefer a medium-plush feel. The GhostBed 3D seems to be the medium-plush option you’re looking for. However, since you’re a back sleeper about 70% of the time, I would caution against choosing a mattress that’s too soft. One approach could be to start with a firmer mattress, such as the medium option like the Williams Hybrid or a medium-firm choice like the Williams Foam or GhostBed Classic. If you find it too firm, you can always add a Talalay topper for extra plushness. Additionally, the GhostBed Natural, which is labeled as medium firmness, has worked well for me when I tested it, even at 6’ 220 lbs. It’s comfortable, especially for someone who typically avoids latex mattresses. I must admit, after trying a few more recently, I’ve grown more impressed with them.
Ultimately, you will need to choose one that meets up with your prospective preferences, and test it in your home, within your home environment for a good month or two, to be certain, the mattress is right for you.
Hope this helps,
Maverick
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