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The Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid is an affordable mattress from a reputable brand. I ran it through Sleepline’s series of hands-on performance tests to see how it holds up. Here’s what I thought about it.
Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid Review and Performance Test Results
Pros
- Offers responsive support
- Cradles joints and pressure points
- Good for couples
- Affordable
Cons
- Not good for heavier-set stomach sleepers
- Edge support could be better
My experience with the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid Mattress
While the Chill Hybrid didn’t disappoint me, it didn’t exactly wow me either.
Yes, you get support and pressure relief, but I feel like with how the average mattress is made nowadays, that’s the bare minimum.
I’m not saying that the Chill Hybrid mattress is necessarily bad, but for a Sealy mattress, I have to say that I expected more.
So much more, especially since it is a midrange line.
Overall, my experience with the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid is slightly above average, but certainly not more than that.
Firmness
A 6 on the mattress firmness scale, the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid a medium-firm feel which is good for all sleeper types.
However, it may dip in slightly for heavier-set stomach sleepers, which could cause problems in the long run.
Cooling Test
We rate the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid a 7 out of 10 when it comes to cooling.
Memory foam retains heat. There’s just no way around that simple fact.
And the Chill Hybrid is made out of (you guessed it) memory foam.
But, thankfully, it’s much better than its coilless counterpart the Cocoon by Sealy Memory Foam mattress.
The coils in this hybrid version do a decent job at providing airflow to offset the heat retention from the foam.
Motion Transfer Test
We rate the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid a 7 out of 10 when it comes to motion isolation.
The Chill Hybrid’s memory foam layers absorb a good amount of movement.
You’ll still feel a little bit of bounce, but only if you share a bed with a partner who weighs significantly more than you.
Edge Support Test
We rate the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid a 6.5 out of 10 when it comes to edge support.
Sealy states that the Chill Hybrid mattress contains what they call their ‘Quantum Edge technology’… which is really just marketing speak for reinforced edge coils.
While I felt supported at first, it became clear to me that with continued use, it would start to sink in with time.
Pressure Relief/Comfort Test
We rate the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid a 7.5 out of 10 when it comes to comfort and pressure relief.
I think this is where the mattress really shines.
The mattress’ coil unit provides responsive support, especially for the lumbar area, while the memory foam layers provide cushioning and compression for the main pressure points as well as the joints.
I like that you get the best of both worlds with the mattress.
You get the benefits of an innerspring and a memory foam mattress, all wrapped up in one.
Construction
The Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid is made up of three layers.
These layers come encased in a cool to the touch cover that’s also moisture-wicking.
The first comfort layer is made up of open-celled memory foam, which helps with heat retention. This layer provides deep compression for pressure relief.
The second layer is made up of a more responsive foam that provides both support and contouring. This layer also acts as a transition layer.
The coil unit is made up of up to 900 individually-pocketed coils that provide extra support.
Durability
While Sealy is widely known to produce good quality mattresses that last a long time, I have to say that they seem to have skimped a little when it comes to their Cocoon product line.
Though made well, the Chill Hybrid mattress’ materials just do not hold up well compared to their other lines.
But what I can say is that with proper mattress care, you’ll get a few good years out of it.
Sizes
The Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid comes in six standard mattress sizes.
It measures 12 inches in thickness and is compatible with most foundations, bed frames, and bed bases.
- Twin
- Twin XL
- Full
- Queen
- King
- California King
Financing
Sealy offers financing through their Sealy credit card, which is backed by Wells Fargo and Fortiva Retail credit.
Shipping
Sealy offers free shipping for their Cocoon mattresses within the continental United States.
Trial Period
You get a risk-free 100 night sleep trial with the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid mattress.
Return Policy
You get a 100 night sleep trial with the Cocoon by Sealy Hybrid mattress.
As with most other mattress brands, Sealy recommends testing the mattress out for at least 30 days to acclimatize.
Should you decide that you want to return the product, you can initiate the return process by contacting the Cocoon by Sealy customer service team through either phone, email, or the live return function on their official website.
Cocoon by Sealy will then arrange pickup and delivery for the mattress.
Once they receive it, they will process the refund to the original mode of payment you used when you purchased the mattress.
Warranty
You get a 10-year warranty with the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid mattress.
Evolution of the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid and Previous Versions
Sealy released the Cocoon product line (which includes both the Memory Foam and Hybrid Chill models) in 2016.
The design and materials haven’t been significantly changed or upgraded since.
About Cocoon by Sealy
A subsidiary of the mattress giant Sealy, Cocoon by Sealy is a more affordable line among their collection of mattress brands which includes Stearns and Foster, Tempur-Pedic, and Posturepedic.
Cocoon by Sealy also sells bedding and bed bases.
They are currently headquartered in North Carolina.
Contact Sealy Customer Service
You can contact Sealy through phone or their live email function on their official website.
- Website – www.cocoonbysealy.com
- Phone – 800-499-1988
Similar Mattresses to Consider
These are my recommended alternatives if the Cocoon Chill Hybrid isn’t right for you.
Sleepmax Podium
If you need something that can hold a lot of weight, check out the Sleepmax Podium.
The Sleepmax Podium is good for all sleeper types.
But most importantly, it has a high weight capacity, which means it can provide heavier-set sleepers with the extra support that they need.
>> View my full Sleepmax Podium mattress review for more details
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Glacier Original Hybrid
The Glacier Original Hybrid is more cooling than the Cocoon Chill Hybrid.
Each layer of the mattress contains some form of actively cooling tech which ups its cooling capabilities significantly.
>> View my full Glacier Original Hybrid mattress review for more details
Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex
Just like the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid, the Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex is a memory foam hybrid mattress available at an affordable price point.
More importantly, the CopperFlex has way better edge support than the Chill Hybrid.
If you have the budget for it, Brooklyn Bedding also makes a Pro version of the CopperFlex which is even better.
>> View my full Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex mattress review for more details
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Additional Resources: Learn More About the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid Mattress
Where to buy the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid mattress
The best place to buy the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid is the Sealy official website.
Conclusion
For a mattress in its price point, you get an adequate amount of comfort and support with the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid.
But for a mattress coming from a mattress brand giant like Sealy, it falls a little short of my expectations.
It’s definitely much better than the all-foam version, but when compared to hybrids at other price points, it isn’t too impressive.
It’s not a horrible mattress by any means, however.
So if you like the price point and place a lot of value on a reputable name brand like Sealy, it might be a good choice for you.
How We Rate Mattresses
We personally test and rate mattresses using the following strict quantitative criteria:
- Comfort
- Structural integrity and durability
- Firmness and support
- Cooling capabilities
- Pressure relief
- Edge support
- Motion isolation
Learn more about our mattress rating process and methodology here.
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