When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe Leesa Legend Mattress's soft feel and above average heat dissipation make it ideal for side sleepers who tend to overheat.James Brains/Business InsiderOver the last six years, I've tested 100 mattresses professionally, but I'll never forget my first: the Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress.
The Leesa Sapira is the top pick in our best mattress guide. I slept on it for two years when I wasn't testing other mattresses. When Leesa offered to send me its luxury hybrid mattress, the Legend, I looked forward to trying it.
During my 22 nights on it, I slept great and regularly awoke feeling refreshed with fewer aches and pains than usual. I also liked how it cradled my side-sleeping body and kept me from overheating, making it an excellent choice for hot sleepers.DesignThe Leesa Legend is comprised of seven layers featuring four different types of CERTIPUR-US foams and dual-pocket springs.
LeesaThe Leesa Legend Mattress is made in a factory in Arizona, and I got to see firsthand how Leesa mattresses are made during a tour of the company's facilities. The 12-inch Leesa Legend features CertiPUR-US-certified foams and individually wrapped pocket springs. The cover is made of Merino wool, organic cotton, and fiber from recycled water bottles.
The layers from top to bottom are: a comfort foam layer with holes for breathability, pressure-relieving memory foam, a combination of micro-springs and foam fo.
