As a combination sleeper who flips from side sleeping to front, back, and side again, it’s difficult to find a mattress that will support me in all positions. However, the Thermobalance LX Elite, now $2,239 for a queen at Brooklyn Bedding (was $3,199) has done a superb job over the past month.
Not to mention the fact it’s also helped me sleep incredibly cool. Sure, the best mattresses we’ve tested this year may offer all-round performance at a kinder price point, but built with durable latex, the Thermobalance promises a longer lifespan (latex mattresses can last up to 20 year if cared for correctly).
It’s still undoubtedly a premium price. However, the Thermobalance LX Elite just dropped to its lowest price since in the Memorial Day mattress sales, making right now the best time to make the investment in your sleep.
Outstanding support for the next two decades
One thing about me: I’m super restless. I’ll start the day working at my desk, move to the sofa, and sometimes end up working from the floor. And it’s the same story through the night. I just can’t stay in one position.
So, when choosing a mattress, I need one that a) I can easily move around on; and b) keeps me cool while I’m wriggling.
I’m pleased to report the medium-firm Thermobalance LX Elite has ticked boxes. Thanks to the combination of foams, zoned coils, and firm latex, my hips don’t dip when I’m on my front or back, but there’s still enough cushioning around my joints when I’m on my side. And changing position isn’t a chore as the mattress surface feels buoyant and responsive.
Do note, however, this is coming from a petite mattress tester and a heavier sleeper may find the foams suck them in more.
Now I was conscious that the latex would be too bouncy, carrying my movements across the bed to disrupt my partner, but it’s been surprisingly peaceful. The Thermobalance LX Elite performed well in objective motion isolation tests, too, indicating it’s a good choice for couples.
What’s more, there’s heaps of cooling tech in this bed from Phase Change Materials to copper foams, and a breathable gusset, which all work together to shift heat. The result is a temperature neutral sleep surface.
We’ve tested plenty of cooling mattresses from Brooklyn Bedding over the past couple of years. Personally, I was super impressed with the affordability-first Copperflex Pro Hybrid mattress (currently $932 for a queen) when I reviewed it back in May 2025 and my fellow mattress testers reckon the Aurora Luxe Cooling mattress (currently $1,399 for a queen) effectively dissipates through the night. So, what does the luxury Thermobalance offer that these more affordable models don’t?
Put simply, it’s durability and more robust back support. These are the qualities granted by adding a layer of Talalay latex to a mattress.
Just four months old, we’re still assessing whether the Thermobalance LX Elite can live up to our best luxury mattresses of the year in terms of overall performance, but it’s certainly a strong candidate.
The mattress I’d buy with a smaller budget…
If you’re set on a latex mattress but your budget doesn’t quite stretch over $2,000, I have the perfect alternative for you: The Birch Natural Mattress.
According to our reviewer, Michele Ross, the Birch Natural provides ample support for every sleep position and great cooling. However, particularly restless couples should be aware motion isolation isn’t so strong.
Still, it’s a great value latex mattress with strong eco-friendly credentials. In fact, it’s highly commended among our best organic beds of the year.