Side-by-side mattress testing · 144+ comparisons published
Updated September 2026
Category
Eight Sleep Pod 3
Personal Comfort A8 Number Bed
Comfort
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Support
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Cooling
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Edge Support
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Motion Isolation
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Durability
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Value
8/10
8.7/10
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Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
Eight Sleep Pod 3
Personal Comfort A8 Number Bed
Price (Queen)
$2,795
$2,799
Type
Smart Foam
Air Chamber Number Bed
Firmness
6/10
5.5/10
Height
11 inches
13 inches
Trial
100 nights
120 nights
Warranty
2 years (10 years for mattress)
25 years (limited)
Shipping
Free shipping
Free shipping in the continental US
Key Advantages
Why Choose Eight Sleep Pod 3
- Active cooling and heating per side
- Comprehensive sleep tracking
- Dual zone temperature control
Why Choose Personal Comfort A8 Number Bed
- 45 firmness settings per side, finer than Sleep Number's scale
- 25-year limited warranty with individually replaceable components
- Typically $800–$1,200 less than a comparably equipped Sleep Number i8