# Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid vs PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium): Firmness, Price, and Construction Compared

Canonical: https://squishmat.com/compare/amerisleep-as5-hybrid-vs-plushbeds-signature-bliss-medium · Data refreshed 2026-09-04 · Source: SquishMat

Same feel and similar price — the PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium)'s denser foams give it the durability edge.

## Full spec table

| Spec | Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid | PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Firmness | 4/10 | 4/10 |
| Height | 14" | 14.5" |
| Queen price | $2,149 | $2,099 |
| Price range (all sizes) | $2,149 | $1,774–$2,349 |
| Foam densities (lb/ft³, top → bottom) | 4.0 / 3.0 / 1.5 | 4.5 / 4.5 |
| Coil gauge | — | 15.5 |
| Coil count (queen) | — | — |
| Cooling | 5/10 | 7/10 |
| Motion isolation | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Edge support | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Pressure relief | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Support | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Natural materials | 3/10 | 9/10 |
| Notable features | Plush pressure relief with coil support, Bio-Pur foam plus Active Flex layer, 8" pocketed coil core, Soft feel that resists deep sinkage | Organic latex pillow-top luxury, GOLS-certified Dunlop latex layers, 5-zone fabric-encased coils, Handcrafted in California |
| Spec source | NapLab | NapLab |

## Key differences

- The PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium) uses denser foam (lowest layer 4.5 vs 1.5 lb/ft³) — density is the best single predictor of how long foam lasts before it sags.
- The PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium) scores notably better for sleeping cool (7/10 vs 5/10).

## Who each mattress is for

**Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid:** The Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid has a soft feel best suited to lighter sleepers and side sleepers who need deep pressure relief. Strengths: Excellent pressure relief at the shoulders and hips; Strong, even support that keeps the spine aligned.

**PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium):** The PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium) has a soft feel best suited to lighter sleepers and side sleepers who need deep pressure relief. Strengths: Excellent pressure relief at the shoulders and hips; Strong, even support that keeps the spine aligned; Built largely from natural materials like latex, wool, or cotton.

## FAQ

### Which is firmer, the Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid or the PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium)?

They rate the same: both are a 4/10 on the firmness scale, a soft feel best suited to lighter sleepers and side sleepers who need deep pressure relief.

### Which is cheaper, the Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid or the PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium)?

The PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium) is cheaper in a queen: $2,099 versus $2,149, as of 2026-09-04.

### What is the main construction difference between the Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid and the PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium)?

Both are hybrid builds, but the PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium) uses meaningfully denser foam, which generally predicts better durability. Full per-layer densities are in the table above.

## More

- [Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/amerisleep-as5-hybrid)
- [PlushBeds Signature Bliss (Medium) — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/plushbeds-signature-bliss-medium)
- [Comparison matrix: every mattress we track](https://squishmat.com/compare)

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