Tom's Guide Verdict
The Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper is small but mighty, providing a softening top layer to firm beds, despite its 1.5" depth. I slept on a king size topper on top of my medium-firm Plushbeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress for a week, and felt immediate added pressure relief across my shoulders, hips and knees. It also helps provide cushioning around my lumbar, preventing a build-up of pain in that area. Plus, its natural materials wick away moisture for breathable sleep. For its $345 queen price, it comes with a 6-month trial run, which is more than most.
Reasons to buy
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Softens up firm beds
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Comfortable medium-soft feel
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Cover has antimicrobial treatment
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Made from natural latex and cotton for breathable sleep
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180-night trial with free returns
Reasons to avoid
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Spot clean only
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Doesn’t fully cover a mattress
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Only 1.5" thick
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Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper: Review in brief
As someone who has tested some of the best mattresses and the best mattress toppers you can buy, I can confidently say that the Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper is an excellent, naturally cooling choice for softening up firm beds.
I slept on a king size Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper on top of my medium-firm Plushbeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress for a week and felt an immediate increase in pressure relief across my shoulders, hips and knees.
Type: Natural latex
Depth: 1.5 inches
Cover: Cotton
Corner straps: Yes
Trial period: 180 nights
Warranty: 1-year warranty
Starting MSRP: from $255 (Twin) at Saatva
I've tested some of best Saatva mattresses, and all but one were on the firmer side. It’s no wonder that the brand offers the Saatva Natural Latex Topper because after one week, I’m convinced that it’s the perfect topper to soften up a firm mattress.
Not only is this topper incredibly comfortable and pressure relieving, but it’s supportive enough to sleep on my stomach and back, with enough give to sleep on my side too. Both the natural latex and cotton cover were breathable and kept my temperature neutral throughout the night, so I didn’t wake up hot or sweaty.
On one hand, the 1.5" height won’t require you to buy deeper sheets, however, it may not be thick enough for larger bodies. I should also mention that the topper didn’t quite cover my mattress from one edge to the other. The cover isn’t removeable, and thus washable, but at least it has an antimicrobial treatment to prevent mold and mildew growth.
Overall, I think it’s a solid topper for those who sleep hot or want to soften their firm mattress without making it too soft. Keep reading for my full breakdown of this topper to see if it’s a good choice for you.
Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper review: Price & deals
- A queen is priced at $345 and never on sale
- Free returns during the 180-night sleep trial
- Comes with free shipping and a one-year warranty
The Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper starts out at $255 for a twin size, with a queen priced at $345. The premium price tag is not surprising, considering the topper is made with natural latex. However, we’ve seen more expensive natural latex toppers from Naturepedic ($399 for a queen at full MSRP) and Brooklyn Bedding ($587.07 for a queen on sale) so the Saatva is comparatively excellent value for money.
The price of the Natural Latex Topper includes free shipping, a one-year warranty, and a 180-night sleep trial with free returns.
We track the best Saatva mattress sales all year round and have never seen this topper on sale, so you don't have to wait for the best time to buy — this is it.
Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper review: Design & materials
- Only 1.5" tall with anchor straps to hold in place
- A quick response natural latex and cotton cover
- Doesn’t really cover a mattress completely and has extra fabric, resulting in 'baggy' feel
The Saatva Natural Latex Mattress is 1.5" tall, which is a nice height because I can still use my regular sheets without any issue. Although natural latex is more breathable than memory foam, the perforations in this topper result in even better airflow. The cotton cover helps with breathability and has moisture wicking properties too.
Neither the latex nor the cotton cover is organic, but at least the latex foam is eco-INSTITUT® and Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified. Saatva also added a Guardin™ botanical antimicrobial treatment which prevents bacteria, mold, and mildew growth. This is a nice perk considering the cover is not removeable.
You can order the topper in any mattress size, but keep in mind that the topper didn’t quite cover my entire king-size mattress. There was about one to two inches of my mattress peeking out on either side of the topper. With the four straps holding the topper in place, I was able to guide it to the center of my mattress.
The only other drawback to the design was the extra fabric that was noticeable when I removed it from the packaging and at the end of testing. I couldn’t feel the fabric sticking up or bunching as I slept, but it’s quite noticeable when the sheets are off the mattress.
Saatva Latex Mattress Topper review: Performance
- Delivered rolled up and vacuum-packed in a small box
- Has a medium soft feel that results in a comfortable sleep for all positions
- Provides a temperature neutral sleep experience
I slept on the Saatva Latex Mattress Topper for one week and tested everything from temperature regulation to comfort. Here’s what I found:
Set-up
Setting the Saatva Latex Mattress Topper on my bed took five minutes to complete. It arrived vacuum-sealed and rolled up into a small box. The box was pretty damaged but thankfully that did not affect the topper.
Upon removing the plastic, the topper unraveled and expanded. I moved it onto the center of the mattress and noticed that there were a few inches on either side of the mattress, even when it was strapped into place with the corner straps. There was also a lot of extra fabric that bunched up from the cover. The topper had already expanded so I knew right away that the latex wasn’t going to fill out the cover and that for some reason there was just too much fabric.
Memory foam off-gasses and causes smells, but since this topper is made from latex, there were no smells. I slept on the mattress topper that night.
Score: 3.5 out of 5
Comfort and support
I sleep on an organic natural latex mattress, so when I placed the Saatva Latex Mattress Topper on my mattress to test, the topper was slightly softer than my mattress.
After a week of testing, I’d say the topper offers a medium-soft feel that’s a 5.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale. The surface didn’t contour around my body, and I didn’t sink into the topper. Instead, it provided a hug-like feel, one that relieved pressure across the touch-points of the bed as I slept. My body felt supported and my spine was aligned no matter if I slept on my stomach, back, or side.
I’d suggest using this topper on a firm mattress that’s 7.5 or more out of 10 on the firmness scale, as the topper will provide a more cushioned and comfortable sleep experience, while maintaining the support you need.
It could be used on a super soft mattress to extend its life. However, if you're paying $345 to provide extra comfort to a mattress that's lost its support, you could always consider picking up one of the best cheap mattresses instead for around the same price.
Score: 4.5 out of 5
Temperature regulation
I tested the Saatva Latex Mattress Topper in Texas at the end of October and the beginning of November when the temperatures were in the high 70s or low 80s during the day and the low 70s and high 60s at night.
During this time, I turned my air conditioner off and used a fan to sleep at night, though it was still fairly warm in my house (about 70-76 degrees). I didn’t have to worry about overheating because the Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper was very breathable and maintained a temperature neutral sleep.
As someone who sleeps on a latex mattress, I expected to have this experience with the topper too, and I was glad to be right. No matter the time of year, I’m confident that the airflow through the perforated latex will ensure a sweat- and heat-free night of sleep.
Score: 4.5 out of 5
Saatva Latex Mattress Topper review: User reviews
- 4.7 stars out of 305 reviews may not be accurate
- Topper reviews on Saatava are mixed together
- Reviewers praise the pain-relieving effects
At first glance, the Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper appears to have a 4.7-star rating out of 305 reviews on the Saatva site. However, a closer look shows that all the topper reviews are mixed together, so I wouldn’t trust that rating.
I was able to search the reviews for those who had specifically mentioned buying the Natural Latex Mattress Topper and found reviewers who liked the topper because of its pain-relieving qualities, especially when placed on firmer mattresses.
Because of how the reviews section is designed, it was not easy to find lower-star rating reviews of the Saatva Natural Latex Mattress Topper. Even so, I found a few customers who weren’t fans of the topper, with some stating that the 1.5" thickness flattened too quickly or that the topper developed creases.
Should you buy the Saatva Latex Mattress Topper?
Buy it if...
✅ Your mattress is too firm: If you love the supportive aspects of a firm mattress but don’t want to wake up with aches and pains, the Saatva Latex Mattress Topper can help. The medium soft feel is comfortable and provides just enough cushioning, while also being supportive.
✅ You overheat at night: The cotton cover and the natural latex work well together to provide a temperature neutral sleep. You won’t get this kind of airflow with a memory foam topper.
✅ You and your partner have different sleep needs: The Saatva Latex Mattress Topper is ideal for any sleep type and those who sleep hot. If your partner likes a firm bed, but you don’t, this topper will provide some cushioning that you need, while maintaining the firm feel your partner likes.
Don't buy it if...
❌ You are trying to firm up your mattress: If you’re trying to provide some more support to your soft mattress or firm it up a bit, the Natural Latex Mattress Topper has too much flexibility.
❌ You prefer a contouring topper or a sink-in feel: Natural latex is a somewhat bouncy material, so you aren’t going to sink into the Natural Latex Mattress Topper or feel the material contour around your body. This topper has more of a cloud-like feel that keeps your body lifted.
❌ You want a washable, removable cover: This mattress topper is spot-clean only – but at least it has a Guardian antimicrobial treatment that can prevent the growth of mildew, bacteria, and mold.
Saatva Latex Mattress Topper review: Alternatives to consider
There’s a lot to love about the Brooklyn Bedding 3” Latex Topper, like how it comes with a removable and washable cotton cover and is cool to the touch. When buying the three-inch thick topper, you choose between a soft, medium, or firm feel. The three-year warranty is great, especially considering the high price.
The Naturepedic Adagio Organic Latex Mattress is half an inch taller than the Saatva topper and one of the most comfortable toppers that Tom’s Guide has ever tested. Unfortunately, it lacks straps, but at least its certified organic and is a great option for back, stomach and side sleepers. Learn more in our Naturepedic Adagio Organic Latex Mattress Topper review.
The Birch Plush Organic Mattress Topper is expensive but it’s a good choice for those who want a latex topper to firm up their soft mattress. You’ll enjoy similar benefits to the Saatva Natural Latex Topper, like breathability and support, but at least the Birch Plush Organic Topper has a 10-year warranty.
