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

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These two are close substitutes on paper — the spec table below shows where they differ.

## Full spec table

| Spec | Avocado Wool | Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Firmness | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Height | 11.5" | 14" |
| Queen price | $2,249 | $2,284 |
| Price range (all sizes) | $1,619–$3,149 | $1,998–$2,570 |
| Foam densities (lb/ft³, top → bottom) | — | 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 | Latex-free and foam-free build, Organic wool comfort layers, Microcoils plus zoned pocketed coils, Naturally cool and moisture-wicking | Phase-change cooling cover, Copper-infused memory foam, Zoned coil support, Recovery-focused cover |
| Spec source | NapLab | NapLab |

## Key differences

- The Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) runs thicker support coils (13.5-gauge vs 15-gauge — lower gauge means thicker, firmer wire).
- The Avocado Wool scores notably better for sleeping cool (8/10 vs 6/10).

## Who each mattress is for

**Avocado Wool:** The Avocado Wool has a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions. 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 Wool or the Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium)?

They rate the same: both are a 6/10 on the firmness scale, a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions.

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

The Avocado Wool is cheaper in a queen: $2,249 versus $2,284, as of 2026-09-15.

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

Both are hybrid builds; the biggest spec difference is the support core — the Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium) uses thicker coils. Full specs are in the table above.

## More

- [Avocado Wool — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/avocado-wool)
- [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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