Looking for an affordable cooling bed? I've tried two Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex mattresses, but there's only one I'd buy this Black Friday

If you're a hot sleeper with a smaller budget, I highly recommend the Brooklyn Bedding Copperflex range. Depending on the specific mattress you opt for, this collection is packed full of specialist cooling technology, zoned lumbar support and a plush pillow top cover for pressure relief. A queen currently ranges between $465.50 and $932.40 thanks to a sitewide 30% off Brooklyn Bedding Black Friday sale.

There are four mattresses to choose from in this cooling range: the standard CopperFlex (memory foam and hybrid) and Pro CopperFlex (memory foam and hybrid). With so many choices, you're probably wondering which is best for your sleep style and budget.

I've personally tested both the cheapest model in the line (the CopperFlex Memory Foam mattress) and the most expensive (the CopperFlex Pro Hybrid). I rate the Pro Hybrid as one of the best cooling mattresses you can buy online this year, but the standard memory foam model is almost half the price. So, is it worth the splurge or should you save your cash where you can?

I slept on the Pro Hybrid at home for three months earlier this year, and recently went hands-on with the CopperFlex Memory Foam at 3Z Brands' mattress factory. Here's my honest thoughts on each bed to help you decide which Black Friday mattress deal to shop...

CopperFlex Memory Foam vs CopperFlex Pro Hybrid Mattress: Price

Brooklyn Bedding launched the CopperFlex line to bring sleepers a luxury feel at a budget friendly price point, and both these mattress do exactly that. The standard CopperFlex Memory Foam is the budget-friendly, entry-level option, while the Pro Hybrid at the top of the range offers a more luxurious feel.

Brooklyn Bedding mattress sales run frequently and their Black Friday deals are just heating up. Right now, there's 30% off sitewide taking the CopperFlex Memory Foam to $465.50 and the CopperFlex Pro Hybrid to $932.40 in queen sizes.

We may see an extra 2% off as we nudge closer to Black Friday itself, which is something we've seen during previous Brooklyn Bedding sales. But if you're looking to buy now, rest assured that you're getting outstanding value on both these mattresses. And if the extra saving does appear, it will only be marginal.

Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Pro Hybrid Mattress: twin was from $932 now from $699 at Brooklyn Bedding
In the current sale, you can bag a queen size Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Pro Hybrid for just $932.40 after 30% off (was $1,332). That's cheaper than its usual sale price of $999. And we think it offers great value after testing its quality.

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Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Memory Foam Mattress: twin was from $465 now from $325.50 at Brooklyn Bedding
Almost half the price, the standard CopperFlex Memory Foam is $465.50 for a queen in the Brooklyn Bedding 30% off sale (was $665). Ultimately, it feels much more luxurious than its price point would suggest, but not quite as plush as the Pro Hybrid.

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CopperFlex Memory Foam vs CopperFlex Pro Hybrid Mattress: Quick comparison

• The CopperFlex Memory foam is 12" tall and made up of 6 layers, the CopperFlex Pro Hybrid is 14" tall and made up of 7 layers
• The CopperFlex Pro has specialist cooling tech, zoned lumbar support and suitable for all sleepers
• The memory foam CopperFlex also boasts lumbar support, is firmer and best for back sleepers

All four beds in this range are top quality mattresses in a box. With a price difference of $467 for a queen, the Pro Hybrid is essentially an upgrade on the CopperFlex Memory Foam, with a premium construction that rivals even some of the best mattresses we've tested.

But let's look at the entry-level model first. The all-foam CopperFlex is built with copper-infused foam, quilt foam, comfort foam, transition foam and high-density support foam — yes, that's a whole lot of foams. Honestly, this bed gives a strange sensation when you get on it that can best be described as a 'flump'. I've sat and laid on some of the best memory foam mattresses, but never one that's felt like this.

My fellow testers (Sleep Features Editor Lauren Jeffries and seasoned mattress reviewer Alison Barretta) agree this bed feels on the firmer side of medium-firm (around 8 on the mattress firmness scale) and is most comfortable when lying on your back. In this position, you can feel the upper layers of foam contouring and lifting your lower spine (that will be the zoned lumbar support, a feature more commonly found in the best mattresses for back pain).

While side sleeping feels comfortable enough, it does take a while for the foams to properly contour to your body, mainly around your hips, says Alison.

Sleeping position aside, couples will be pleased with how well this mattress isolates motion across the surface of the bed, thanks to its dense foam construction. I laid on the bed while Lauren tossed and turned next to me and I could hardly feel her movements.

Meanwhile, the Pro Hybrid is slightly softer (we give it a 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale) and it has a 8" layer of pocket coils providing a more responsive, bouncier support core and a cooling GlacioTex cover. After sleeping on this mattress for three months, we rate it as one of the best hybrid mattresses you can buy, thanks to its quality construction, cooling prowess, overall comfort and excellent value for money.

Aside from overall sleep feel, the mattress covers are what really set these mattresses apart. The white GlacioTex cover on the Pro Hybrid is noticeably much cooler-to-the-touch than the polyester blend cover on the memory foam model.

But what does it feel like to lie on? I'm an average-weight combination sleeper who switches position throughout the night. Therefore, I need a bed that essentially does it all. It must provide a solid balance of cushioning and support for every sleep position without trapping me in the 'hug' of memory foam. Plus, it needs to be cool enough to ensure I don't end up overheating.

During the three month testing period that I slept on it I'm pleased to report that the CopperFlex Pro Hybrid did a fine job of accommodating all these sleep needs. I never struggled to switch position and felt well supported and cushioned on my side, front and back during my spell on this hybrid mattress.

But where it really impressed me was how cool it felt when I laid on it (when dressed with breathable cotton sheets, of course). I slept cool on this mattress in a heat-trapping attic bedroom during an unseasonably hot spring. I didn't find myself running hot at night as I used to on the standard spring mattress I slept on before the CopperFlex Pro Hybrid — it was a real upgrade for my sleep quality (bravo, copper-infused foams and GlacioTex).

CopperFlex Memory Foam vs CopperFlex Pro Hybrid: Which should you buy this Black Friday?

Both built with heat conducting copper foams, the CopperFlex Memory Foam mattress and CopperFlex Pro Hybrid are both great affordable options for hot sleepers.

Ultimately, deciding which to buy comes down to your budget and sleep position. If money was no object, I'd say shop the CopperFlex Pro Hybrid over the standard CopperFlex Memory Foam. At 14" tall, the former feels more luxurious (despite costing less than $1,000 for a queen), offers better cooling and supports more sleep positions.

But if you want an ultra-affordable, all-foam bed with specialist cooling technology, the CopperFlex Memory Foam won't disappoint. At just $465.50 for a queen size now, you'll struggle to find better value for money elsewhere.

Dedicated back sleepers should especially consider saving their bucks and shopping the CopperFlex Memory Foam, as our testing showed this bed is incredibly comfortable in this position. Otherwise, side sleepers and combination sleepers with a healthy budget would benefit from upgrading to the Pro Hybrid.

What if you sleep on your stomach? Stomach sleepers tend to need a firm bed to keep their hips aligned. You can find our top picks in our guide to the best mattress for stomach sleepers. If you're looking for cooling on budget, we think the Siena Memory Foam mattress is a great alternative to the CopperFlex mattresses.