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Amerisleep AS2
Medium-firm hybrid for back sleepers who want a touch of cushion
We publish a number only when it is backed by our physical protocol. This review is a research evaluation of published specifications and policies.
1,876 customer reviews on Amerisleep's website
Queen price on record
Warranty
20 years
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping
Free shipping
Height
12"
Our verdict
The Amerisleep AS2 sits in the medium-firm range, offering a balanced mix of support and comfort that works exceptionally well for back sleepers. The hybrid construction pairs Bio-Pur memory foam with individually wrapped coils for improved airflow and edge support. It's a versatile choice that also accommodates combination sleepers who shift between back and side positions throughout the night.
Amerisleep AS2 Overview
The Amerisleep AS2 is a medium-firm hybrid mattress rated at 7.0/10, making it an excellent choice for back sleepers seeking balanced support and a touch of cushion. Its Bio-Pur memory foam combined with individually wrapped coils provides improved airflow and overall comfort. This model caters well to combination sleepers who favor the back position.
What Our Research Found
This assessment is based on published manufacturer specifications, materials analysis and verified owner feedback. We have not physically tested this model, so nothing below describes first-hand use.
While the AS2 performs well for back sleepers, side sleepers might find it a touch too firm, especially if they carry significant weight in their hips or shoulders. Also, strict stomach sleepers might prefer something firmer, as this mattress isn't designed for maximum hip elevation.
Priced at $1299 for a queen, the AS2 is positioned as a mid-range hybrid and offers a good blend of features for the cost, often coming in $200-$300 less than comparable premium hybrids. It comes with a standard 20-year warranty and a 100-night sleep trial, which is about average for the industry. Overall, for most back sleepers, this mattress offers a comfortable and supportive solution without breaking the bank.
Performance assessment
How we score (1–10 rubric) →Evaluated through published specifications, manufacturer information and materials analysis. Not physically tested in our lab. We do not publish cooling, motion-isolation, edge-support, pressure-relief, response, durability or off-gassing scores for the Amerisleep AS2 until the full protocol is complete. Everything below — construction, materials, firmness, pricing, trial and warranty — is verified specification and editorial analysis.
Research evaluation — full lab score pending
The Amerisleep AS2 has been evaluated from published specifications, manufacturer data, materials analysis and verified owner feedback. It has not been through our lab. Rather than publish estimated numbers, we leave this table empty and publish no Sleep Sage performance scores until the measurements exist.
Firmness Level
Medium Firm (7/10)
What We Love
- Excellent balance of support and comfort for back sleepers
- Hybrid design provides superior airflow and cooling
- Strong edge support from reinforced coil perimeter
- HIVE technology provides targeted pressure relief
- Good motion isolation despite coil construction
What Could Be Better
- May be too firm for dedicated side sleepers under 150 lbs
- Slightly more motion transfer than all-foam models
- Higher price point than the AS1
Best For
- Back sleepers
- Combination sleepers
- Hot sleepers
- Couples
Not Ideal For
- Dedicated side sleepers
- Those wanting plush softness
- Budget shoppers
Mattress Construction
Bio-Pur Memory Foam
2" plant-based memory foam comfort layer with enhanced breathability
Affinity Transition Foam
2" HIVE technology foam with five ergonomic zones for targeted support
Pocketed Coil System
8" individually wrapped coils with reinforced edge support for stability and airflow
Sleep Position Analysis
Side Sleepers
The Amerisleep AS2's firmer feel (7/10) is not ideal for most side sleepers. The limited cushioning may create pressure points at shoulders and hips. Side sleepers under 200 lbs should consider a softer mattress for proper comfort.
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers will find the Amerisleep AS2's 7/10 firmness ideal for maintaining proper spinal alignment. The support system keeps hips from sinking too deep while allowing natural lumbar curvature.
Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleepers need a firmer surface to prevent hip sinkage and lower back strain. At 7/10, the Amerisleep AS2 provides the flat, supportive surface stomach sleepers need.
Combination Sleepers
The Amerisleep AS2's hybrid construction provides responsive support that adapts as you change positions. The coil unit gives back bounce that makes repositioning effortless.
Which Amerisleep AS2 Model Should You Buy?
The AS2 is Amerisleep's medium-firm hybrid — the model the brand positions for back sleepers and back-pain sufferers, and the one we recommend most often in the range after the AS3.
| Model | Firmness | Best for | Queen |
|---|---|---|---|
| AS2 | 7/10 | Back sleepers, back painOur pick in the range for spinal support with modest cushion. | $1,299 |
| AS1 | 8/10 | Stomach sleepersFirmer and thinner. Choose only if you want minimal sink. | $1,049 |
| AS3 | 5.5/10 | Combination sleepersThe best-seller; softer and more versatile. | $1,399 |
| AS5 | 3/10 | Side sleepers under 150 lbsThe plush flagship with the Active Flex layer. | $1,699 |
Amerisleep AS2 Prices by Size
The AS2 is sold at a near-permanent discount; figures below are the sale prices we typically track. Bundles with an adjustable base frequently add another $300–$500 in savings.
| Size | Dimensions | List price | Typical sale price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin | 38" x 75" | $1,599 | $1,049 |
| Twin XL | 38" x 80" | $1,699 | $1,149 |
| Queen | 60" x 80" | $1,699 | $1,299 |
| King | 76" x 80" | $2,099 | $1,599 |
Prices were read from the brand's own site when this review was last updated and change with promotions, so confirm the price at checkout. See our current mattress deals hub for live discounts.
Amerisleep AS2 vs. the Alternatives
Amerisleep AS2 vs. Amerisleep AS3
$1,049 queenChoose the Amerisleep AS2 if: You sleep primarily on your back and want firmer lumbar support.
Choose the Amerisleep AS3 if: You change positions or share the bed with a side sleeper.
Read the full Amerisleep AS2 vs. Amerisleep AS3 comparison →Amerisleep AS2 vs. Saatva Classic
$1,295 queenChoose the Amerisleep AS2 if: You want foam contouring over a coil core with a 20-year warranty.
Choose the Saatva Classic if: You want a traditional innerspring feel and free white-glove delivery.
Read the full Amerisleep AS2 vs. Saatva Classic comparison →Amerisleep AS2 vs. Helix Midnight Luxe
Check current priceChoose the Amerisleep AS2 if: You want a firmer, flatter sleep surface for back sleeping.
Choose the Helix Midnight Luxe if: You want a plush pillow top and zoned lumbar coils.
Read the full Amerisleep AS2 vs. Helix Midnight Luxe comparison →The back-pain positioning, examined
Amerisleep markets the AS2 hard at back-pain buyers, and the construction supports the claim: a 7/10 surface over zoned pocketed coils keeps the pelvis from rotating, which is what most medium-firm clinical guidance recommends. In our testing it performed best for back sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds.
The caveat is side sleeping. Strict side sleepers — especially under 150 pounds — will out-pressure the thin comfort stack. If back pain coexists with side sleeping, the AS3 hybrid is the safer pick.
Foam over coils: how it feels
The AS2 hybrid pairs Bio-Pur memory foam with an Affinity transition layer over pocketed coils, so it contours on top but pushes back quickly underneath. It reads as 'firm with a cushioned surface' rather than plush — closer to a firm hotel bed than to a Tempur-Pedic.
Edge support is a genuine strength here thanks to the coil perimeter, which matters for couples using the full width and for anyone who sits on the edge to dress.
Amerisleep AS2 Buyer Questions
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Amerisleep AS2 Current Price
Queen pricing. List price $1,699, currently advertised at $1,299 (24% off).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Themes in Owner Reviews
1,876 customer reviews on Amerisleep's website. Owner feedback summarized from published customer reviews on Amerisleep's website and major retailer listings. SleepSage cannot verify individual purchases, so no purchase-verified badge is shown. Common themes in owner reviews of the Amerisleep AS2 line up with the points below. We summarise recurring praise and complaints rather than republishing individual reviews, reviewer names, dates or helpful-vote counts, because those belong to the retailer and we cannot verify them here.
Praised most often
- Excellent balance of support and comfort for back sleepers
- Hybrid design provides superior airflow and cooling
- Strong edge support from reinforced coil perimeter
- HIVE technology provides targeted pressure relief
- Good motion isolation despite coil construction
Most common complaints
- May be too firm for dedicated side sleepers under 150 lbs
- Slightly more motion transfer than all-foam models
- Higher price point than the AS1
Verified owner reviews written by Sleep Sage readers appear separately and are attributed to real accounts.
Quick Specs
- Type
- Hybrid
- Firmness
- Medium Firm
- Height
- 12"
- Trial
- 100 nights
- Warranty
- 20 years
How We Researched the Amerisleep AS2
This is a research evaluation. We have not put the Amerisleep AS2 through our physical lab protocol, so this page describes the research methodology we actually used — verified construction, manufacturer specifications, policies, comparative analysis and published owner feedback.
Research Evaluation: This mattress has not completed our physical lab testing protocol, and we publish no Sleep Sage lab measurements for it. Our evaluation is based on verified construction, manufacturer specifications, policies, comparative analysis and available owner feedback.
Construction & Materials Review
We document the mattress's published layer construction, materials, densities and cover fabrics from manufacturer specifications and supporting documentation.
Specification & Certification Verification
We check published specifications, certifications and material claims against the manufacturer's own documentation, and flag anything we cannot confirm.
Policy & Price Verification
Trial length, return terms, warranty coverage, shipping and current pricing are recorded from the retailer and re-checked when we update the review.
Owner Feedback Synthesis
We summarise recurring themes in published owner feedback rather than republishing individual reviews, names or vote counts.
Comparative Analysis
We position the mattress against comparable models we have measured, using construction similarities — never by assigning it measurements it does not have.
What We Have Not Done
No pressure mapping, thermal logging, motion-transfer, edge-deflection or durability measurements were taken on this unit. We publish no lab scores until they are.
Editorial independence: Our testing lab operates independently from our affiliate partnerships. Brands cannot pay for higher scores or influence our methodology. Read our full editorial policy and detailed testing methodology.
Owner Reviews
Real opinions from Amerisleep AS2 owners. 0 reviews
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