Birch mattresses
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Birch is the natural-materials brand in the same family as sister brands Helix and Brooklyn Bedding. Its model on findmattress.com is the Birch Natural, a latex hybrid aimed at shoppers who want organic materials without paying top-of-market prices.
The Birch Natural is about 10 inches tall, with an organic cotton cover, New Zealand wool, a natural and organic latex comfort layer and individually wrapped coils. It uses wool as the fire barrier rather than chemical flame retardants. It carries GOLS organic latex and GREENGUARD Gold certification and is endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association.
Independent testers rate it about 6.5 out of 10, a medium-firm feel. In our review-based ratings it earns a 5 out of 5 for cooling, 4 out of 5 for edge support, motion isolation and bounce, but only 3 out of 5 for pressure relief. That makes it a good match for back and combination sleepers and hot sleepers, but less so for side sleepers who need deep cushioning.
Expect about $1,865 for a queen at list price, often around $1,399 with a promo code. Birch lists a 120-night trial and a limited lifetime warranty. Its official wording describes the trial in terms of exchanges, so read the return terms closely before you buy.
Who should shop Birch? Eco-minded back and combination sleepers, and hot sleepers who want natural latex at a lower price than Avocado or Saatva's latex model. Who should skip it? Side sleepers with sore shoulders or hips, and anyone who wants the plush hug of memory foam.
If you're cross-shopping natural latex, compare it with the Avocado Green and the Saatva Latex Hybrid, or take the mattress quiz.
Birch mattresses we cover
Birch Natural
Latex hybrid · Medium-firm
- $1,399 queen
- 120 nights
- Lifetime
- 10″ tall
The Birch Natural is a 10" organic latex hybrid with an organic cotton cover, New Zealand wool, a natural organic latex comfort layer and individually wrapped coils. The wool also acts as the fire barrier, so there are no chemical flame retardants. Testers rate it 6.5 out of 10, a medium-firm feel. This Birch Natural mattress review finds it a breathable, eco-minded option for back and combination sleepers and hot sleepers. It costs less than the bigger organic names, though side sleepers will want more cushioning.
Questions about Birch
Is the Birch Natural mattress good for side sleepers?
It's not our first choice for them. Independent testers rate it about 6.5 out of 10, and its pressure relief scores just 3 out of 5 in our review-based ratings. Back and combination sleepers are a better match. Side sleepers who want natural materials should consider a softer comfort level from Avocado instead.
Birch vs Avocado: which is better?
Both are organic latex hybrids. Birch is usually cheaper (around $1,399 on sale for a queen vs about $1,889 for Avocado) and sleeps very cool. Avocado offers more comfort levels, a longer 365-night trial and more certifications. Choose Birch for value, Avocado for choice of firmness and a longer trial.
What is Birch's return policy?
Birch lists a 120-night trial and a limited lifetime warranty on the Birch Natural. However, its official text describes the trial in terms of exchanges, so check whether full refunds are available before you order. Policies can change, so confirm the current terms on Birch's site.