Side-by-side mattress testing · 144+ comparisons published
Updated May 2026
Category
Orion Sleep
Eight Sleep
Temperature Control
9.6/10
9.8/10
Smart Features
9/10
9.5/10
Sleep Tracking
8.5/10
9.5/10
Value
9/10
7/10
Noise Level
9.2/10
8/10
Ease of Setup
8.5/10
8/10
Build Quality
8.5/10
9/10
Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
Orion Sleep
Eight Sleep
Price (Queen)
$2,295
$3,095+
Temp Range
50°F – 115°F
55°F – 110°F
Type
Smart cover (add to any mattress)
Smart cover or Pod mattress
Dual Zone Cooling
Yes
Yes
App Required
Yes
Yes
Sleep Tracking
Basic biometrics
Advanced AI coaching
Trial Period
30 nights
30 nights
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Subscription
None required
Optional ($19/mo for full features)
Noise
Very quiet
Moderate hum
Key Advantages
Why Choose Orion Sleep
- Wider temperature range (50°F–115°F) — reaches colder temps than Eight Sleep
- $800+ cheaper at Queen size with no subscription needed
- Very quiet operation compared to Eight Sleep's water pump
- Works as a cover on any existing mattress
- No mandatory subscription to unlock features
- Backed by $18M in funding with strong early reviews
Why Choose Eight Sleep
- Industry-leading AI sleep coaching with personalized insights
- Superior sleep tracking with heart rate, HRV, and respiratory data
- More established brand with years of proven reliability
- Option to buy as a complete Pod mattress
- Autopilot feature automatically adjusts temperature throughout the night
- Larger community and ecosystem of integrations