While many parts of the country are getting sweaty, Sleep Number kicks off October with the introduction of a new cooling smart bed: the Sleep Number ClimateCool, available at Sleep Number starting at $5,499 a queen and featuring scientifically backed innovative technology that promises cooler sleep

Key features of the Sleep Number ClimateCool include active air cooling, individual temperature control, and the SmartTemp program developed in collaboration with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Like all Sleep Number beds, it has adjustable firmness and personalized health insights

Climate Cool aims to address a common sleep problem: overheating More than half of adults report that they sometimes or frequently have trouble sleeping because of heat, but this problem is disproportionately female In a recent poll, Sleep Number found that 90% of female respondents experience night sweats due to menopause or perimenopause

The Climate Cool is being sold at full price at launch, but may be discounted ahead of the Black Friday mattress sale Either way, it's a big investment, but if you want the best mattress of the year to quell your night sweats, the Climate Cool will be worth it Keep reading for more details on pricing and specifications, and to see how it compares to the Sleep Number Climate360 Smart Bed

The Sleep Number ClimateCool SmartBed is the brand's most expensive model after the Climate360, which boasts active heating and cooling; the Sleep Number ClimateCool's size and retail price breakdown is as follows:

Queen and California King sizes include an integrated base in the price However, you can add a bed frame or upgrade to an adjustable FlexFit 2 SmartBase for an additional charge The split and flex-top sizes come standard with the Flexfit 2 Smart Base, which features under-bed lighting, weightless functionality, and snore detection

Like all Sleep Number smart beds, the ClimateCool comes with a 15-year warranty and a 100-night trial Premium shipping and setup costs $249, but if purchased during the Sleep Number sale, shipping may be waived

The highlight of the Climate Cool bed is its advanced cooling technology At its core is a dynamic airflow system that helps draw heat away from the body According to Sleep Number, this sets it apart from competing cooling mattresses that push heat through the mattress, recycle warm air, or rely on water-based mechanisms

This airflow system is complemented by a breathable cover and a cooling layer of ceramic gel Sleepers can adjust the surface temperature on either side of the bed to be up to 15 degrees cooler

ClimateCool also features the Sleep Number Smart Temp program, developed in collaboration with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine These presets are designed to promote deep sleep and reduce temperature fluctuations caused by hot flashes Custom programs can also be created according to user preferences

Of course, this 12-inch smart bed does more than just cool the body It combines plump and supportive foam layers, along with Sleep Number's signature firmness adjustment and integrated sleep tracking

What is the difference between Sleep Number's ClimateCool and Climate360 smart beds? Climate360 offers comprehensive temperature control, allowing for cooler or warmer bed surface adjustment Like ClimateCool, Climate360 also features Sleep Number's new Smart Temp program, which can be preset for heating and cooling

Climate Cool, on the other hand, is dedicated to cool sleep It will be especially appealing to those who want to relieve hot flashes associated with menopause and perimenopause According to Sleep Number, a recent survey of its “smart sleepers” revealed that 90% of female respondents (out of approximately 11,000 participants) reported that night sweats due to menopause or perimenopause have caused them to fall asleep

Here's a quick comparison of the ClimateCool and Climate360:

If neither of the Sleep Number Climate Series smart beds is in your budget, consider the Sleep Number Dual Temp Layer This mattress topper fits on one side of a queen- or king-size bed and uses Active Air technology to cool or warm the surface It's pricey (Sleep Number has a queen-size DualTemp Layer on sale for $89999), but still more affordable than a temperature-controlled smart bed