by WinkBed vs WinkBed Plus
Quick verdict: The WinkBed Plus is engineered specifically for sleepers above 250 lbs. The standard WinkBed handles everyone else with three firmness options.
Sleep Lab Pick · Current Sale
Amerisleep's Current Sale: $500 off every mattress. The AS3 — plant-based Bio-Pur® foam, sleeps cooler than memory foam, 100-night trial, 20-year warranty.
Shop the $500-off sale →Specs at a glance
| Feature | WinkBed | WinkBed Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Up to ~230 lbs | 250 to 500+ lbs |
| Firmness | Soft, Luxury Firm, Firm | Medium-firm only |
| Coil count | ~1,074 (queen) | ~1,074 + zoned base |
| Comfort layer | Foam Euro top | Talalay latex |
| Height | 13.5" | 14.5" |
| Trial | 120 nights | 120 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
WinkBed pros and cons
- Pro: Three firmness options to suit different sleep styles.
- Pro: Hybrid bounce + Euro top contour.
- Pro: Lifetime warranty + free comfort swap during trial.
- Con: Sub-par for sleepers above 230 lbs.
- Con: Soft variant has noticeable edge dip.
- Con: Trial requires a $49 return fee if you swap firmness.
WinkBed Plus pros and cons
- Pro: Latex top stays cool, even for plus-size sleepers.
- Pro: Reinforced base layer minimizes sag.
- Pro: Strong perimeter, easy to enter and exit.
- Con: Single firmness only.
- Con: Premium pricing.
- Con: Heavier than the standard.
Who should choose which?
Standard for any single sleeper under 230 lbs. Plus for individual sleepers above 250 lbs. For couples whose combined weight exceeds 450 lbs, the Plus is also the right call. Cross-shop against Saatva HD, the HD has stronger edge support and a longer trial, see our Saatva review.
Sleep Lab Alternative Picks
- Amerisleep AS3 ($1,449 sale) — Bio-Pur foam + HIVE zoning, 20-yr warranty
- PlushBeds Botanical Bliss ($2,999+) — organic latex, 25-yr warranty
- Puffy Lux ($1,950) — memory foam, lifetime warranty
- SweetNight Twilight ($209 budget) — CertiPUR-US foam
FAQ
Is the Plus latex top organic?
It uses Talalay latex but isn't certified organic. For certified organic, see Saatva Latex Hybrid or Zenhaven.
Can I use my old foundation?
Both require a sturdy foundation with slats no more than 4" apart, an old box spring may void the warranty.
Does the Plus work for couples?
Yes, motion isolation is good. Edge is excellent.
Is the WinkBed too firm in Luxury Firm?
It reads as a true 6.5/10. Side sleepers under 150 lbs often prefer the Soft.
Final verdict
Plus is non-negotiable above 250 lbs. Otherwise the standard wins. Cross-reference Saatva via our brand review, the back pain ranking, and our protocol.