Bedding & mattresses: Casper Original Mattress vs. Brooklinen Luxe Core Sheet Set

Quick Verdict

The Casper Original Mattress is a good option for those seeking a balance of comfort and support with good motion isolation, while the Brooklinen Luxe Core Sheet Set is ideal for those who prioritize a soft, smooth, and luxurious feel in their bedding. Consider your specific needs and preferences regarding temperature regulation and mattress height when choosing between these products.

The Casper Original Mattress is an all-foam mattress known for its zoned support, breathability, and motion isolation, while the Brooklinen Luxe Core Sheet Set is made of 100% long-staple cotton with a sateen weave, offering a smooth and luxurious feel.
The Casper mattress has a 100-night trial period, whereas the Brooklinen sheet set is OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certified.
Potential drawbacks of the Casper mattress include heat retention and a slight initial chemical smell, while the Brooklinen sheet set may not be ideal for hot sleepers or those with very tall mattresses.

Key features – Side-by-Side

Attribute	Casper Original Mattress	Brooklinen Luxe Core Sheet Set
Name	Casper Original Mattress	Brooklinen Luxe Core Sheet Set
Mattress Type / Sheet Set Material	All Foam	100% long-staple cotton
Mattress Firmness Level / Sheet Set Thread Count	Medium Firm, generally rated 5-7 out of 10	480
Mattress Thickness/Height / Sheet Set Weave	10.5" - 11"	Sateen
Mattress Cooling Technology / Sheet Set Pocket Depth	AirScape technology with perforated foam layers	Fits mattresses up to 16" deep, best fit for 12"-16"
Mattress Edge Support / Sheet Set Certifications	Excellent (some reviews mention decent but not as strong as hybrid/innerspring)	OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certified
Sheet Set Includes	Not applicable	One fitted sheet, one flat sheet, and two pillowcases. Twin and Twin XL sets include one pillowcase. King and California King sets include king-sized pillowcases.
Mattress Trial Period Length	100 nights (30-night adjustment period required)	Not applicable
Price	Not available	Not available
Ratings	Not available	Not available
Pros	Good motion isolation, Zoned support for comfort and support balance, AirScape technology for breathability, Excellent edge support	Smooth, buttery, satiny feel, Luxuriously soft and smooth, Breathable comfort, Durable and high-quality, Gets softer with every wash, Prevents pilling
Cons	Some users report heat retention, Slight chemical smell upon unboxing (dissipates over time), Edge support may not be as strong as hybrid or innerspring mattresses	Sateen weave may not be the best choice for hot sleepers, Fitted sheet may not be large enough for very tall mattresses or those with tall mattress toppers

Overall Comparison

Casper Original Mattress: Medium Firm (5-7/10), 10.5-11" thick, 100-night trial. Brooklinen Luxe Core Sheet Set: 480 thread count, sateen weave, fits mattresses up to 16" deep.

Pros and Cons

Casper Original Mattress

Pros:

Good motion isolation
Zoned support for comfort and support balance
AirScape™ technology for breathability
Excellent edge support

Cons:

Some users report heat retention
Slight chemical smell upon unboxing (dissipates over time)
Edge support may not be as strong as hybrid or innerspring mattresses

Brooklinen Luxe Core Sheet Set

Pros:

Smooth, buttery, satiny feel
Luxuriously soft and smooth
Breathable comfort
Durable and high-quality
Gets softer with every wash
Prevents pilling

Cons:

Sateen weave may not be the best choice for hot sleepers
Fitted sheet may not be large enough for very tall mattresses or those with tall mattress toppers

User Experiences and Feedback

Casper Original Mattress

What Users Love

Provides a balance of comfort and support
Good motion isolation minimizes disturbances from a partner

Common Complaints

Some users, especially hot sleepers, have reported that it can still retain heat
Some reviewers have noted a slight chemical smell upon unboxing

Value Perception

No value feedback reported.

Brooklinen Luxe Core Sheet Set

What Users Love

Sheets have a smooth, buttery, satiny feel.
Luxuriously soft and smooth, perfect for year-round use.
Offer breathable comfort and are ideal for year-round use.
Feels like a durable, quality sheet set.
Sheets feel well-made and high-quality.
Sheets get softer with every wash.
Use of long-staple cotton fibers will prevent pilling and ensure smoothness over time.

Common Complaints

Sateen weaves aren't the best choice for hot sleepers, as they are thicker and less breathable than percale or linen.
Some reviews mention the fitted sheet may not be large enough for very tall mattresses or those with tall mattress toppers.

Value Perception

No value feedback reported.

User Recommendations

The sheets have a smooth, buttery, satiny feel.
They are luxuriously soft and smooth, perfect for year-round use.
The sateen weave makes the sheets feel ultra-soft and buttery smooth.
They offer breathable comfort and are ideal for year-round use.
The Brooklinen Luxe Core sheet set feels like a durable, quality sheet set.
The sheets feel well-made and high-quality.
The sheets get softer with every wash.
The use of long-staple cotton fibers will prevent pilling and ensure smoothness over time.