Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid Review: Should You Buy It?

Pick Soft if you are a side or back sleeper up to 230 pounds, or a stomach sleeper under 130 pounds. Bear offers Soft (5/10), Medium (6/10), and Firm (7/10). Sleep Foundation’s team tested all three levels and gave Soft favorable ratings for those sleeper groups. Sleep Foundation rated it Medium (5) on its scale, with close contouring and targeted midsection support from zoned coils. Sleep Foundation’s Medium (5) and Bear’s Medium (6/10) use different scales, so they should not be compared directly.

For sleepers over 230 lbs, the Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid looks better for side than stomach sleep. For this weight group, Sleep Foundation rated side fit 7/10, back fit 6.5/10, and stomach fit 5.5/10. Side fit scored highest; stomach fit scored lowest. Sleep Foundation says side sleepers over 230 lbs liked the firmest model's support. For back and stomach sleepers over 130 lbs, the firm option earned the highest marks. Stomach sleepers chose it for stronger support. Choose by your main sleep position, since the fit scores differ.

Sleep Foundation rated edge support 7/10. Weigh that score if you sit or sleep near the edge.

Yes, testers name this mattress for back pain, but that does not promise pain relief. Bear says its support system has 8-inch zoned coils and enhanced lumbar support. Sleep Foundation names the Soft option its back-pain pick and gives it an 8.5/10 Test Lab Score. The Soft model received favorable ratings for side and back sleepers up to 230 pounds. The mattress contours closely without sacrificing support. RTINGS.com names the Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid its best mattress for back pain, citing balanced support and pressure relief. Zoned coils help keep the spine aligned and prevent aches.

NapLab recorded a baseline of 75.8° F in its Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid review.

You may feel a restless partner move; these readings do not guarantee motion stays unnoticed. NapLab recorded motion transfer of 9.89 m/s² acceleration range and 8.94 in total bounce height. RTINGS.com scored motion isolation 8.1 and bounciness 7.4. Sleep Foundation gave motion isolation 8.5/10 and called it a standout feature. For a light sleeper with a restless partner, do not treat these readings as a promise you will sleep through movement.

The Queen's list price is $3,041; buy only if it fits your budget. Prices change, so check the live price before you buy.

Compare the listed dimensions with your room and frame before choosing. A larger footprint needs more space, so avoid any size that will not fit.

List prices checked Oct 25, 2026 · recheck before buying

Elite Ultra Hybrid list prices by size

Also sold in Twin (38 x 75 inches), Twin XL (38 x 80 inches), Full (54 x 75 inches), King (76 x 80 inches), Cal King (72 x 84 inches), Split King (38 x 80 inches per half).

Height: 13.5 inches

Bear lists the Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid for online purchase at bearmattress.com and names partner showrooms across the U.S. in its store locator. Bear also points buyers to The Mattress Shop at themattressshop.com. Use the locator to find a partner showroom near you.

The Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid stacks foam and two coil layers from its quilted cover to its foam base. Here is the build from top to bottom:

• Quilted Celliant® Infrared Cover.
• Cooling Quilt Foam: cushioning quilt foam with CoolForce™ Layer.
• Copper-Infused Memory Foam: memory foam infused with copper.
• Microcoils: steel coils individually wrapped in fabric.
• Responsive Comfort Foam.
• Dynamic Transition Foam: conventional foam joining the comfort system and support core.
• Zoned Ascension Coils: individually wrapped coils with five targeted support zones and reinforced edge coils; 8 inches thick.
• DuraDense Base Foam: high-density foundational foam.

The Queen is 13.5"H and weighs 115 lb. It is assembled in the USA. At 13.5"H, check that fitted-sheet pocket depth covers the mattress height.

Bear says the cover fabric has fibers that convert excess body heat into infrared energy. GREENGUARD Gold applies to the mattress, and CertiPUR-US® applies to its foam. When you compare labels, match each one to the part it names. A foam label is not the same as a label for the full mattress.

Bear says the Elite Ultra Hybrid is fiberglass-free and meets federal fire safety standards without fiberglass fabric.

Use a firm, flat, sturdy platform or slatted base with slats no more than 5.5 inches apart; Bear says wider gaps void the warranty. Bear also recommends an adjustable base. For that setup, Bear requires a matching adjustable base that supports the mattress and sleepers, plus a proper bed frame. Bear says sag or indentation from an improper or unsupportive adjustable base is not covered. Do not use a box spring.

Longevity score and break-in period

RTINGS.com gives the Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid a Longevity score of 6.2. Bear says to allow a break-in period of 30 nights. For your decision, separate the tester's longevity reading from your own comfort: give yourself time to get used to the mattress's feel. Check how you feel at bedtime and on waking, then decide whether the feel suits you.

Bear says this mattress ships free by FedEx to the US lower 48 states. It ships in a compressed, rolled box. Bear says most orders ship within 5 to 8 business days. FedEx transit time varies by destination, so allow extra time after it ships. Bear says setup costs a $194 base fee plus $25 per mattress. Its In-Home Setup & Removal by Ryder includes old mattress removal and is offered at checkout where available. A partner can add removal after delivery.

Bear's trial lasts 365 nights; returns start after 30 nights. Returns: Free. No restocking or process and handling fees. Bear refunds full mattress cost, less discounts, to your original payment method after Brooklyn Bedding LLC confirms removal. For unopened returns, return free gifts or their cost comes off the refund.

Bear allows one exchange within 365 nights of delivery for a new model or feel. Exchanged mattresses get no return, refund or trial.

Closeout, Clearance, Final Sale, Factory Clearance, older dated model mattresses: no returns, exchanges or refunds. Opened adjustable bases: no returns; foundations and frames: 30-night trial only.

For purchases starting 02/01/2025, Bear says its limited lifetime warranty covers visible indentations greater than 1.5 inches; removing the cover or using a base with slats more than 5.5 inches apart voids it. Stains and liquid damage are not covered. Years 1 to 10 have no cost; years 11 to 15 pay 50 percent, years 16 to 20 pay 60 percent, and year 21 and later pay 75 percent of the then current retail price. Keep proof of purchase. Bear ships the replacement at no cost in years 1 to 10; after year 10, you pay the prorated replacement charge.

Start with Bear’s own models, choosing by feel, position changes, or budget; then compare Saatva Classic for heat and DreamCloud Classic Hybrid for a budget option. Bear Elite Hybrid for balanced luxury comfort suits couples or side sleepers. Pro Foam suits couples who prefer an all-foam feel. Bear recommends Pro Hybrid if you change positions often or toss and turn.

Bear Original if value is your main priority; Original Hybrid offers hybrid comfort and support at Bear’s value tier. Bear Natural fits if you prefer natural latex, organic cotton, and zoned coils.

Saatva Classic for heat and coil bounce suits hot sleepers who want coil bounce. Sleep Foundation gives it a 9.5 overall test lab score. DreamCloud Classic Hybrid as the budget option suits budget-conscious shoppers. Sleep Foundation gives it an 8.5 overall test lab score and lists budget-conscious shoppers among its best-fit buyers.

The Bear Elite Ultra Hybrid launched in 2025, and its documented later changes are to its materials and layers. As of September 2026, after the 2026 test, the pillow top was 1.00″, down from 1.25″ in the originally tested build. The microcoils were 0.75″ thick, down from 1.00″, and their gauge changed from 19.0 Gauge to 19.5 Gauge. For buyers today, older test details may not match the current build, so compare using the September 2026 specifications.

We read the maker's own pages, outside testers, and we date every fact. We do not test beds ourselves. Every source we used is listed below with the day we checked it.