# ThermoBalance (Medium) vs Leesa Reserve: Firmness, Price, and Construction Compared

Canonical: https://squishmat.com/compare/brooklyn-bedding-thermobalance-medium-vs-leesa-reserve · Data refreshed 2026-10-02 · Source: SquishMat

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

## Full spec table

| Spec | ThermoBalance (Medium) | Leesa Reserve |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Firmness | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Height | 14" | 14" |
| Queen price | $2,532 | $2,589 |
| Price range (all sizes) | $1,832–$3,199 | $1,679–$2,589 |
| Foam densities (lb/ft³, top → bottom) | 1.5 / 2.3 / 3.9 / 1.6 / 1.6 | 4.0 / 5.0 / 2.5 / 1.8 / 1.8 |
| Coil gauge | 13.5 | 13.5 |
| Coil count (queen) | — | — |
| Cooling | 6/10 | 5/10 |
| Motion isolation | 6/10 | 7/10 |
| Edge support | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Pressure relief | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Support | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Natural materials | 4/10 | 4/10 |
| Notable features | Cooling-focused hybrid, High-density 3.9 PCF memory foam, Zoned 13.5-gauge coils, Medium-firm feel | Luxury triple memory foam comfort, 5 PCF premium memory foam, Zoned pocketed coil core, Deep-contour plush feel |
| Spec source | NapLab | NapLab |

## Key differences

- On the published specs these two are close substitutes — similar firmness, price, and construction. Decide on current price, trial length, and returns policy.

## Who each mattress is for

**ThermoBalance (Medium):** The ThermoBalance (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.

**Leesa Reserve:** The Leesa Reserve 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 ThermoBalance (Medium) or the Leesa Reserve?

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 ThermoBalance (Medium) or the Leesa Reserve?

The ThermoBalance (Medium) is cheaper in a queen: $2,532 versus $2,589, as of 2026-10-02.

### What is the main construction difference between the ThermoBalance (Medium) and the Leesa Reserve?

Both are hybrid builds with similar published specs — the differences come down to feel and price rather than construction. The full layer-by-layer comparison is in the table above.

## More

- [ThermoBalance (Medium) — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/brooklyn-bedding-thermobalance-medium)
- [Leesa Reserve — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/leesa-reserve)
- [Comparison matrix: every mattress we track](https://squishmat.com/compare)

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