EDITOR’S NOTE: Hey, friend! You made it all this way and narrowed your options down to these two mattresses. Unfortunately, the Casper Wave mattress is no longer available. But, keep calm! You can rest assured that the Casper Original would be a great option for you.
Read on below to see what we had to say about it!
If you were hoping to get the Casper Wave mattress, the Casper Wave Hybrid is the next best option. Check out our Casper vs Casper Wave Hybrid comparison or take a peak at our snapshot below!
Casper Original vs. Casper Wave Hybrid
Review the Casper mattress snapshot below to see how it stacks up against the Casper Wave Hybrid in lieu of the discontinued Casper Wave!Product
Firmness
Score
Casper Original vs. Casper Wave Hybrid
Review the Casper mattress snapshot below to see how it stacks up against the Casper Wave Hybrid in lieu of the discontinued Casper Wave!
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Casper Original MattressFirmness
Medium-firm: 7/10Score
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Casper Wave Hybrid MattressFirmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10Score
Casper Wave vs. Casper Original: Overview
The Casper Wave and the original Casper obviously have the same maker, but beyond that, these are two relatively different bed-in-a-box options. We’ll compare them in this Casper Wave vs Casper Original mattress post to help you determine which is a better fit for you.
Top Similarities
- Both incorporate memory foam and have a balanced foam feel.
- Both are all-foam mattresses with a fairly similar construction.
- Both use CertiPUR-US certified foams. This certification means these materials are considered more eco-friendly than typical mattress materials.
- Both have 100-night trials and offer free shipping.
- Both feature zoned support.
Key Differences
- Casper Wave is more expensive ($550 to $1,150 for the original Casper; $1,095 to $2,395 for Casper Wave).
- The Wave is thicker. (Casper Wave is 11.5″ thick; the original Casper is 10″ thick.)
- The Wave uses a new proprietary “Flo Foam” material.
- Casper has more layers overall.
- The Wave uses latex and the original uses latex-like foam.
Casper Wave Construction
- Casper Wave is wrapped in a thick, soft, durable cover that doesn’t affect the overall feel of the mattress too much.
- The Wave’s top layer is 1″ of soft “Flo Foam,” a proprietary material intended to relieve pressure.
- The second layer is 1.5″ of supportive latex foam, which is followed by a third layer of 1.5″ of responsive, visco-elastic memory foam.
- A 1.5″ layer of high-resiliency foam with a polymer network helps distribute weight evenly.
- The 5.5″ supportive foam base layer uses contour cuts to create the Wave’s zoned support system.
Read our full Casper Wave Review HERE.
Casper Original Mattress Construction
- The original Casper has a lightweight cover.
- The 1.5″ top layer is made of open-cell polyfoam.
- The second layer is 1.5″ of memory foam, followed by a third layer comprised of 1.5″ of polyfoam transition foam. The purpose of this third layer is to ensure even weight distribution.
- The third layer is zoned to be firmer in the middle and softer at the head and foot of the mattress.
- 5″ of high-density polyfoam form the base layer.
Casper Original Mattress
Material
Foam
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Medium-firm: 7/10
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Price Range
$895 - $1695
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
"From the delivery of the box to the magical unfolding of the king size mattress to the first time laying on the bed, all smiles here! I have traveled for work for years, often sleeping on different beds at different hotels night after night."
Paul, Casper customerCasper Original Mattress
Casper mattresses work well for all sleeping positions, thanks to its unique zoned support system.
Material
Foam
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Firmness
Medium-firm: 7/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$895 - $1695
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
"From the delivery of the box to the magical unfolding of the king size mattress to the first time laying on the bed, all smiles here! I have traveled for work for years, often sleeping on different beds at different hotels night after night."
Paul, Casper customer
Casper Original Mattress
Casper mattresses work well for all sleeping positions, thanks to its unique zoned support system.
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium-firm: 7/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$895 - $1695
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
"From the delivery of the box to the magical unfolding of the king size mattress to the first time laying on the bed, all smiles here! I have traveled for work for years, often sleeping on different beds at different hotels night after night."
Paul, Casper customerConstruction Differences and Notes
- Both have responsive surfaces where sleepers will sink into the mattress but not too much.
- The original Casper has a denser surface feel, while the Wave has a lighter surface feel.
- Both conform to contours, but Casper Wave does this a little better.
- The Wave is thicker and is better at supporting more weight.
- The Wave has zoned support and incorporates latex.
Firmness and Feel Differences
Both are responsive and have a balanced foam feel, but the original Casper has a denser and slightly firmer feel.
Motion Transfer Differences
Both isolate motion well, though the Casper Wave has a little big of an edge because of its unique top layer material. Either is a good option for couples who don’t want to be disturbed by their partner’s movements. Make sure to see how these Casper mattresses stack up to other brands by checking out some of our popular comparisons like Casper Wave vs Amerisleep and Casper vs Tempur-Pedic.
Pick the Casper Wave If …
- You are heavier- The Casper Wave is thicker and generally more supportive, which may make it ideal for heavier-weight sleepers.
- You need extra support- The Casper Wave has zoned support, so you get the support you need where you need it.
Pick the Casper Original Mattress If …
- You are on a budget- The original Casper costs less than the Wave and is affordable as far as mattresses go overall.
- You weigh less- If you don’t need extra support, the original Casper should be fine for you.
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Overall
These are two great options from a well-known bed-in-a-box maker. The differences that will matter most for most shoppers are price and weight support. Hopefully this comparison helped you determine which is the better option for you.
Please leave any specific questions about either model in the comments.
All images from Casper
