Weight is an important factor to consider when it comes to choosing a new mattress. While comfort is in the eye of the sleeper, those who are lightweight body types (around 130 lbs or less) tend to find mattresses to feel more firm than the average sleeper and may benefit more from a softer mattress. Since a lightweight sleeper will not sink as far into a mattress compared to the average or heavier sleeper, they should also focus on contouring support, making foam and hybrid mattresses a good recommendation.
Heavier body types (220 lbs or more) on the other hand, tend to find mattresses to be more soft than the average sleeper and may benefit from a mattress with a firmer support level to avoid sinking into the mattress. Durability is also very important since heavier sleepers tend to cause more wear and tear on a mattress. Innersprings and hybrids feature the strength of steel coils for support, but the quality of the foams will also be important as better quality foams do not break down as quickly over time. The top mattress manufacturers in the world durability test their mattresses by reproducing loads thousands of times and testing the results.
Pro Tip: Check the mattress warranty for any weight exclusions, and if none, opt for the longer warranty. Mattress manufacturers typically put longer warranties on their better quality products.
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