Is a hybrid mattress better than all-foam for back pain?

Across the reviewers we read, hybrids tend to win on support and edge stability because the pocketed coils push back against heavier load zones (hips and shoulders), while a foam comfort layer on top still provides contouring pressure relief. All-foam beds typically isolate motion better and run a bit cheaper, but reviewers consistently flag heat retention and faster sagging as long-term concerns. If lower-back pain is the primary issue, medium-firm hybrids in the 6–7/10 firmness range are the most commonly recommended starting point.