# Avocado Green (Medium) vs Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium): Firmness, Price, and Construction Compared

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The Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) is $115 cheaper in a queen; the table below shows what the price gap buys.

## Full spec table

| Spec | Avocado Green (Medium) | Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Firmness | 7/10 | 6/10 |
| Height | 11" | 14" |
| Queen price | $2,399 | $2,284 |
| Price range (all sizes) | $1,599–$2,999 | $1,998–$2,570 |
| Foam densities (lb/ft³, top → bottom) | 4.5 / 4.5 | 1.6 / 2.3 / 1.9 / 1.9 |
| Coil gauge | 15 | 13.5 |
| Coil count (queen) | — | — |
| Cooling | 8/10 | 6/10 |
| Motion isolation | 5/10 | 6/10 |
| Edge support | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Pressure relief | 5/10 | 8/10 |
| Support | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Natural materials | 10/10 | 3/10 |
| Notable features | GOLS organic certified latex, Organic wool and cotton, Pocketed support coils, Optional pillow-top, Handmade in California | Phase-change cooling cover, Copper-infused memory foam, Zoned coil support, Recovery-focused cover |
| Spec source | NapLab | NapLab |

## Key differences

- The Avocado Green (Medium) is a step firmer (7/10 vs 6/10), so it suits sleepers who want a bit more pushback.
- The Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) is $115 cheaper in a queen ($2,284 vs $2,399 as of 2026-09-15) than the Avocado Green (Medium).
- The Avocado Green (Medium) uses denser foam (lowest layer 4.5 vs 1.6 lb/ft³) — density is the best single predictor of how long foam lasts before it sags.
- The Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) runs thicker support coils (13.5-gauge vs 15-gauge — lower gauge means thicker, firmer wire).
- The Avocado Green (Medium) scores notably better for sleeping cool (8/10 vs 6/10).

## Who each mattress is for

**Avocado Green (Medium):** The Avocado Green (Medium) has a medium-firm feel suited to back sleepers and heavier side sleepers who want more support. Strengths: Strong, even support that keeps the spine aligned; Sleeps cool — a good pick if you run warm; Sturdy edges that make the full surface usable; Built largely from natural materials like latex, wool, or cotton.

**Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium):** The Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) has a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions. Strengths: Excellent pressure relief at the shoulders and hips; Strong, even support that keeps the spine aligned; Sturdy edges that make the full surface usable.

## FAQ

### Which is firmer, the Avocado Green (Medium) or the Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium)?

The Avocado Green (Medium) is firmer at 7/10 versus 6/10 for the Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium).

### Which is cheaper, the Avocado Green (Medium) or the Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium)?

The Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) is cheaper in a queen: $2,284 versus $2,399, as of 2026-09-15.

### What is the main construction difference between the Avocado Green (Medium) and the Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium)?

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

## More

- [Avocado Green (Medium) — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/avocado-green-medium)
- [Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/bear-elite-hybrid-medium)
- [Comparison matrix: every mattress we track](https://squishmat.com/compare)

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