Serta Perfect Sleeper Mattress Review (2024)
Updated: November 18, 2024
Grace Struth
Sleep Content Lead
Our Rankings
Edge support and
motion isolation are factored into our overall mattress ratings. These scores are shown in green (scores of 5.0+), yellow (3.0–4.9), or red (2.9 and below).
Firmness,
bounce, and cooling features are a matter of personal preference and aren’t part of our rating system, so these scores are shown in grey.
8.5 /10
9.0 /10
6.6 /10
8.5 /10
2.8 /10
Product Details
Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero is a 10.5″ mattress with 4 layers of foam and individually pocketed coils. This mattress has a very firm feel. While the Sleep Country website describes Aero as an innerspring mattress, its foam layers measure more than 2″ in total, making it a hybrid mattress. Aero has excellent edge support, above-average motion isolation, and exceptionally high bounce.
The mattress incorporates dense 3″ thick foam blocks along the sidewalls, which contribute to its excellent edge support. It also features zoned support in its coil layer. The ComfortCool cover contains Serta® SilverPur Fibre to give it anti-microbial properties. It’s also advertised as moisture wicking, but it’s not clear which materials provide that property. The cover is not removable or machine washable.
Competing mattress Logan & Cove Choice provides more value at a lower price. At just $1,299 for a queen size, Logan & Cove offers far more advanced cooling features, including a cooling nanofibre cover and premium cooling foams. You’ll also get a longer 15-year warranty and 365-night sleep trial, as well as a free bedding bundle with your purchase.
Shipping Cost
Free shipping on orders over $75
Ideal For: Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers
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Delivery, Sleep Trial & Returns
Mattresses ordered from Sleep Country typically arrive at your door within 3–10 business days, including dispatch and delivery time. The exact date will depend on the company’s inventory and delivery schedule.
You have 100 nights to test your mattress at home using Sleep Country’s standard sleep trial. If you want to return the mattress, you need to bring the mattress back to the store yourself—even if you purchased it online and there’s no Sleep Country nearby. There are also no refunds. Sleep Country has an exchange-only policy for store credit, with a $65 exchange fee. If you exchange your mattress for a more expensive one, you will need to pay the difference.
The Serta mattress warranty varies according to the code on the law label. The warranty code on the mattress purchased for this review was “W9,” indicating an industry-standard 10-year manufacturer’s limited warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship only. It doesn’t include incidental damage to the mattress, including damage during shipping—important to note since the mattress was delivered to us fully expanded and wrapped in just a single sheet of plastic.
In comparison, competing mattress Logan & Cove Choice offers convenient bed-in-a-box delivery, wrapped in two layers of plastic and rolled up in a thick cardboard box. If you return your mattress during the much longer 365-night sleep trial period, Logan & Cove will arrange for free return pickup. You’ll receive a full refund once your return is processed. The mattress also comes with a much longer 15-year warranty.
Get the mattress with the 365-night sleep trial and 15-year warranty.
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Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero Mattress Construction
Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero is a hybrid mattress that stands 10.5″ high and has 4 distinct interior layers of foam and metal coils. All foam used is CertiPUR-US® certified.
- Layer 1: The top layer is 1″ of foam. It’s composed of two thinner 0.5″ layers that have been quilted together, forming breathable pockets. We consider this one layer because the foam sheets are physically attached and combined to form the top layer.
- Layer 2: The second layer is 1″ of unknown foam. This layer is denser than the layer above and stops you from feeling the coil layer beneath while you’re lying down.
- Layer 3: The support layer is 8″ of individually pocketed coils. These coils incorporate a five-zoned body support system to provide contouring while you’re lying down. They account for most of the mattress’s weight.
- Layer 4: The bottom layer is 0.5″ of unknown foam. This layer acts as a base for the pocketed coils above, and helps protect the mattress from any foundation you might use beneath.
According to Sleep Country’s product page, this mattress uses Serta® Support Gel Foam, which also provides some cooling to the mattress. However, neither Sleep Country nor Serta states where in the mattress this Support Gel Foam is located.
The mattress cover uses silver fibres to give it antimicrobial properties, which helps to keep the mattress fresh. However, the cover is not removable or machine washable. Any spills or stains should be spot-cleaned only.
Get a mattress that combines cooling and luxury details for under $1,000 for a queen size.
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8.5 /10
Firmness
In third-party engineer testing (commissioned by us), Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero’s deflection while lying down was only 1″. This translates to a high firmness score of 8.5/10. You may find a very firm mattress comfortable if you’re a back or stomach sleeper, but you could notice pressure on your hip and shoulder if you’re a side sleeper.
(Looking for a mattress that suits all sleep styles? Logan & Cove Choice scored a much lower 6.9/10 for firmness, placing it in the medium-firm category.)
9.0 /10
Edge Support
Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero’s deflection from a seated position was 3.1″, contributing to its excellent edge support score of 9.0/10. This mattress will provide very good support, whether you’re sitting on the edge or sleeping farther away from the middle.
6.6 /10
Motion Isolation
Hybrid mattresses tend to have somewhat lower motion isolation due to their metal coils. Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero earned a motion isolation score of 6.6/10, which is above-average for a hybrid. However, you may still feel larger movements from your partner when they change positions.
(Need greater motion isolation for a good night’s sleep? Logan & Cove Choice has a higher motion isolation score of 7.5/10, eliminating almost all disturbance from the other side of the bed.)
8.5 /10
Bounce
Hybrid mattresses tend to be bouncier than foam mattresses, but Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero earned an exceptionally high bounce score of 8.5/10. You won’t have trouble changing sleep positions or getting out of bed, but you might find that this is mattress too responsive, especially if you’re a light sleeper.
(Logan & Cove Choice has a much lower bounce score of 5.8/10, giving you a smooth sleep with just enough spring to get you up in the morning.)
2.8 /10
Cooling Features
Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero isn’t described as a cooling mattress on Sleep Country’s website, but it does have a few cooling features worth noting. This mattress earned points for its:
- Breathable and moisture-wicking cover with unknown materials
- Layer of temperature-regulating cooling gel foam
- Layer of individually wrapped coils that promote air circulation
If you’re looking for a hybrid with more cooling features, take a look at Logan & Cove Choice instead. Choice offers a cooling nanofibre cover, ecoLuxe® cooling gel foam, breathable Elastex® foam. These advanced features give you the cool, comfortable sleep that you deserve—all at a lower price of $999 for a queen size, compared to $1,699 for Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero.
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Company Background
Founded in 1931, Serta is an American company based in Illinois. Serta’s biggest licensee, the National Bedding Company, was acquired by two private equity firms in 2005. After the following restructuring, Serta International became a subsidiary of Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC. The company also acquired independent mattress brand Tuft & Needle in 2018. In early 2023, Serta filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and concluded financial restructuring later that year.
Despite its high profile in the mattress industry, the company’s reputation on consumer protection websites is concerningly low. On Trustpilot, the company is rated “Poor”, with more than 70% of customer reviews being one star. Serta’s Better Business Bureau profile is rated “F” (unaccredited) with a customer review rating of 1.73/5 stars.
Some customer reviews have reported difficulty dealing with customer service and attempting to get warranty claims honoured. Complaints also include quality issues like mattress sagging and degradation relatively soon after purchase, leading to issues such as back pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Serta mattresses good?
Serta mattresses perform well in third-party engineer testing (commissioned by us). That said, they tend to have limited features and a higher-than-average price tag. Buying a Serta mattress in Canada also means buying from Sleep Country, which has an exchange-only return policy. There are no refunds for returned mattresses, and you have to haul it back to the store yourself.
We think you should consider Logan & Cove Choice instead. At $999 for a queen size, Logan & Cove offers premium luxury detailing and advanced cooling features, including a cooling nanofibre cover, ecoLuxe® cooling gel foam, and responsive Elastex® foam. With a 15-year warranty, a generous 365-night sleep trial, and hassle-free returns, Logan & Cove is a smart investment for any bedroom.
Are Sealy and Serta the same company?
No, the two companies are not the same. The Sealy brand is owned and marketed by Tempur Sealy International, which was formed after the Sealy Corporation merged with Tempur-Pedic. The Serta brand is owned by Serta Simmons International, which was formed from a merger of Serta, the Simmons Bedding Company, and Serta’s biggest licensee, the National Bedding Company.
Are Serta and Beautyrest the same company?
The Beautyrest brand is owned by Simmons Bedding Company, which is a subsidiary of Serta Simmons International. Serta Simmons International was formed in 2010 following a merger of Serta, Simmons Bedding Company, and the National Bedding Company. Since then, the company has also acquired Tuft & Needle.
How much is a Serta mattress?
Prices for Serta mattresses vary depending on the model. Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero is available in sizes ranging from twin to king, with a price range of $1,449–$2,229. A queen-size Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero costs $1,699.
Do Serta mattresses have fiberglass?
No, Serta mattresses sold in Canada do not have fiberglass. Fiberglass is a common fire safety feature in mattresses made outside of Canada, especially less expensive ones. However, it’s not clear what material Serta Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero uses instead to meet fire safety regulations.
READ MORE: Is fiberglass in a mattress dangerous?
How long do Serta mattresses last?
Serta mattresses have different warranties according to the warranty code on their law labels. The warranty code on the mattress we purchased for this review was “W9,” which means it has an industry-standard 10-year manufacturer’s limited warranty. The warranty provides coverage for defects in workmanship or materials, but not incidental damage to the mattress, or any damage caused during shipping.
It’s important to note that we have received Sleep Country mattresses that were kept in storage for extended periods before being shipped. Depending on how they were stored, mattresses stored long-term can receive significant wear and tear before ever arriving at a customer’s home. Some Serta customers have also complained that their mattresses degrade and break down relatively soon after purchase.
READ MORE: How long should a mattress last?
What Serta mattress alternatives should I consider?
You should take a look at Logan & Cove Choice. Available at just $999 for a queen size, Logan & Cove offers many of the same features that Sera Perfect Sleeper Elite Aero does, including zoned support. That said, Logan & Cove sets itself apart with its advanced cooling features, generous 15-year warranty, and 365-night sleep trial.
Unlike Serta mattresses purchased from Sleep Country, your Logan & Cove mattress also comes with the option of free returns with arranged pickup and a full refund. You also get a free bedding bundle that includes a free sheet set, pillow(s), mattress protector, and pillow protector(s).
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