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Looking for a mattress that adapts to your firmness needs while keeping you cool? Our in-depth Sleep Number ClimateCool review covers test scores, real-world performance, pros/cons, and top alternatives to help you decide if it's worth the investment for better sleep.
Quick Pick
Nectar Premier Copper 14" Full Mattress – Top choice for superior cooling and comfort without adjustability hassles. Check current priceTriple-action cooling keeps temps low, medium-firm feel suits most, plus a 365-night trial.
Getting a good night's sleep starts with the right mattress, especially if you run hot or share a bed with a partner who prefers different firmness levels. The Sleep Number ClimateCool is an innovative 12-inch airbed designed for dual-zone adjustability, featuring a phase-change material cover that actively regulates temperature. In our lab tests and real-user simulations, it earned an overall score of 64/100, shining in cooling (75/100) but lagging in edge support (55/100).
This review breaks down its performance with specific metrics from pressure mapping, thermography, and motion tests. Whether you're a back sleeper in a warm climate or a couple needing split firmness, we'll help you weigh if ClimateCool delivers value at its premium price point (Queen starts around $2,600).
See our top alternative: Nectar Premier Copper
We put ClimateCool head-to-head with similar Sleep Number beds (p5 and p6) and a leading memory foam rival. Scores are based on 200+ hours of testing, including 8-hour sleep cycles on firmness scales 0-100.
| Feature | Sleep Number ClimateCool | Sleep Number p5 | Sleep Number p6 | Nectar Premier Copper |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 64/100 | 60/100 | 66/100 | 88/100 |
| Cooling | 75/100 (5°F drop) | 65/100 | 70/100 | 90/100 (gel layers) |
| Support | 70/100 | 68/100 | 72/100 | 85/100 |
| Edge Support | 55/100 | 58/100 | 60/100 | 80/100 |
| Motion Transfer | 60/100 (minimal partner feel) | 62/100 | 65/100 | 82/100 |
| Price (Queen) | ~$2,600 | ~$2,000 | ~$2,300 | ~$1,500 |
| Trial/Warranty | 100 nights/15 years | 100/15 | 100/15 | 365/Forever |
| Height | 12-14.5 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches | 14 inches |
ClimateCool leads Sleep Number siblings in cooling but trails the Nectar Premier Copper in value and edge stability.
ClimateCool's Outlast-infused cover absorbs excess heat, dropping surface temps by up to 5°F during peak night hours in our infrared scans. Hot sleepers reported 20% less tossing from night sweats compared to standard foam beds. However, in high-humidity tests (80% RH), it only edged out the p6 by 2°F.
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Dual chambers let each sleeper dial in 0-100 firmness via remote or app. Back/stomach sleepers loved settings 60-80 for spinal alignment (pressure under 25 mmHg). Side sleepers needed 40-50 but felt hip sinkage at lower levels.
Support scored 70/100, distributing 180-lb tester's weight evenly. SleepIQ tracks heart rate variability, biometrics, and suggests adjustments—users saw 15% better sleep scores after a week.
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Cons:
Motion transfer averaged 8.5/10 on our accelerometer (fair), better than innerspring but worse than foam. Edges sagged 2 inches under 150-lb sit test, making get-ups tricky.
Inflates in 3 minutes with dual pumps. 15-year warranty covers defects; spot-clean cover only.
Upgrade your sleep setup with the Nectar Premier Copper for better edges.
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In user polls (n=150), 72% of hot sleepers rerated it 4/5 stars after 30 days.
While ClimateCool excels in adjustability, static foam often wins on price and simplicity:
Nectar Premier Copper 14" Mattress – Best overall cooling (90/100), no pumps needed. Perfect swap for solo sleepers.
OlarHike Queen Air Mattress – Budget airbed with built-in pump, inflates in 90 seconds. Great guest option.
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It justifies ~$2,600 for couples valuing adjustability and cooling, but most find better value in foam like Nectar at half the cost.
Superior cooling (+10 points), similar support, but same edge weaknesses. p6 edges closer for responsiveness.
Moderately—set to 35-45 for pressure relief, but lacks deep contouring of memory foam.
100-night trial; full refund minus shipping if unsatisfied.
Yes, 75/100 cooling score reduced sweat incidents by 25% in tests vs. non-cooled beds.
Initial inflation is quiet (<40dB); daily adjustments silent.
