BedJet 3 Review: Is it a Worthy Budget Competitor to Eight Sleep?

Updated September 2026: BedJet still sells the full-size BedJet 3, but the lineup now also includes the smaller BedJet 3 Mini and an updated Dual Zone bundle for couples. I’ve updated the pricing and comparison details below to reflect what you can actually buy today.

Despite the fact that this is a golf blog, I’ve accidentally become somewhat of an expert in sleep heating and cooling systems.

A few years before originally writing this review, I picked up a Sleep.Me Ooler. It was far from perfect, but definitely helped lead to more comfortable and more restful sleep. The Ooler has since been discontinued, so consider those references historical rather than a comparison to Sleep.Me’s current Chilipad lineup.

I then had the chance to upgrade to an Eight Sleep Pod Cover.

It blows the Ooler out of the water.

It isn’t even close in terms of features, functionality, and most importantly, its ability to warm and cool.

But there’s another major competitor in the space: BedJet.

I’ve been familiar with the company for years, but  had a chance to use their product.

BedJet has set itself apart from Sleep.Me and Eight by offering a much less expensive product and using air to regulate temperature rather than water.

The question is, does it work?

In this BedJet 3 review, I’m going to share all of the details about what it’s like to set up and use a BedJet system.

I’ll also be directly comparing it to both my Eight Sleep Pod 3 and the legacy Sleep.Me Ooler, since I have firsthand experience with both. For current buyers, Eight Sleep now sells the Pod 5 (which is everything I love about the 3, but better), so I’ve also noted the important 2026 pricing and feature differences where relevant.

So, ready to see if BedJet is the more affordable sleep climate system of your dreams? 

Let’s do this thing.

First Impressions of the BedJet 3

One thing I want to make clear right up front: it’s a little bit unfair to compare the BedJet 3 to an Eight Sleep Pod. 

Why?

Because they now occupy very different price tiers.

The Eight Sleep has both style and substance – my Pod 3 works wonderfully, and the current Pod 5 adds newer hardware, sleep and health tracking, dual-zone temperature control, vibration and thermal alarms, and automatic adjustments through Autopilot.

But as of September 2026, the current Eight Sleep Pod 5 starts at $2,999. Eight Sleep also requires an Autopilot plan for the first 12 months; the Enhanced plan shown with the Pod is $299 per year, bringing the first-year price to $3,298 before any optional accessories. That’s going to price out a lot of people.

The full-size BedJet 3 has a $699 regular price, while the Cloud Sheet starts at $139. BedJet runs frequent sales, and at the time of this 2026 update, the BedJet 3 itself was discounted to $498. Even at full price with the sheet, it remains dramatically less expensive than Eight Sleep and requires no subscription.

BedJet’s current lineup also includes the $659 BedJet 3 Mini, which is 43% smaller and designed for one side of a queen or king bed, or a whole twin bed. It has 65% of the full-size model’s cooling airflow and 50% of its heating power. For couples who want truly independent temperatures, the current Dual Zone bundle includes two BedJet 3 Mini units, two LCD remotes, and a Dual Zone Cloud Sheet. Its regular price is $1,549, although it was on sale for $969 when this review was updated. Because BedJet discounts change frequently, check the current price before buying.

Out of the box, you definitely notice the price difference between the two products.

While Eight is a very sleek setup, the packaging for the BedJet does feel a bit cheap in comparison.

The plastic components don’t scream “high-end,” and the cardboard packaging doesn’t do it any favors either.

When I first took all of the components out of the box, I was a little overwhelmed with all of the different pieces it came with.

Not to mention, the instruction book is definitely bulkier than I’d anticipated.

However, despite some reservations with my first impressions, I’ve got good news: setup is actually very easy and in less than 15 minutes I was up and running with my BedJet 3.

For comparison’s sake, it took me about twice as long to set up the Eight Pod 3, and an extra 3 hours of “priming” before I could use it.

What is a BedJet?

Before we go any further, let’s make sure we’ve established exactly what the BedJet 3 is and what it does.

The BedJet is an air-based sleep system that helps regulate the temperature and humidity under your covers. Its thermostat range is 66 to 109 degrees Fahrenheit, but that number needs some context: BedJet does not contain a compressor or refrigerant, so in cooling mode it pulls in room-temperature air and circulates it through the bed. It is excellent at moving heat and moisture away from your body, but it is not the same thing as an air conditioner.

Instead of circulating water through a mattress cover, it sends air through a hose and under your bedding. You can use it with your existing sheets, but the optional Cloud Sheet distributes that air more evenly across the bed.

The full-color LCD remote is included, and there’s also a smartphone app you can use to heat or cool your bed and create Biorhythm temperature schedules. The app controls the BedJet over Bluetooth; the unit’s Wi-Fi connection is used for firmware updates rather than normal remote control.

For best results, you can add the Cloud Sheet, which currently starts at $139. It has internal airflow chambers and discreet openings for the air nozzle to improve heating and cooling performance.

If you sleep with a partner, one BedJet can condition the entire bed to the same temperature, or it can serve only one side when paired with a Dual Zone Cloud Sheet. For genuinely independent temperature control on both sides, you’ll need two BedJet units and a Dual Zone Cloud Sheet. 

BedJet 3 Setup: Easier than Meets the Eye

When I first opened the box, I was a little overwhelmed with all of the plastic parts of the BedJet, and then equally as overwhelmed by the beefy instruction book and 14-step process for getting everything set up.

However, once I jumped into it, I realized setup was much less intense than I expected it to be.

You can use BedJet 3 with your existing sheets, but for the best experience, it’s recommended you pick up a Cloud Sheet, which is what I’ve done.

One thing I like about the BedJet compared to my Ooler or Eight Sleep Pod 3 is the fact that BedJet is designed to fit under most beds. The Eight Sleep Hub is intended to sit beside the bed, while my Ooler required careful placement and ventilation.

So the fact that the BedJet is meant to go under there is great.

The downside is that because of the larger hose necessary for the right amount of airflow, the hose does protrude out more than the other two systems.

It’s not a huge deal, but if you love the look of a perfectly made bed, the slight bump from the hose may bother you.

I picked up a single zone system with the Cloud Sheet. With this configuration, it’s recommended that the hose be attached in the center of the sheet. There are also openings on either side if that ends up being more convenient for your bedroom setup.

Once you understand how the hose mount works, it’s very simple to assemble and size based on the height of your mattress.

The only hiccup I had was getting the hose vent into the sheet itself. When you unbutton the sheet to reveal the opening, at first glance the opening isn’t big enough to accommodate the vent. After a minute of finagling and trying not to tear the sheet, I was able to get it in.

You then attach the hose to the mount on one side, and to the BedJet unit on the other and you’re basically ready to go.

I downloaded the BedJet control app and had it paired to my unit in less than 2 minutes.

But I’ll talk more about the app experience in a little bit.

BedJet 3 Performance: How Well Does it ACTUALLY Work?

The first time you turn the BedJet 3 on, it’s a bit of a surreal experience as you watch your comforter literally start hovering as the sheet fills with air.

When you climb into bed, it provides a distinctly different experience from the water-based systems.

When using my Eight Sleep Pod 3, for instance, the feeling of hot or cold is very acute. If you turn it on while you’re in bed, you’ll immediately notice your back getting cold (or warm) as water circulates through the mattress cover.

With the BedJet, it’s less dramatic. 

I’ve found myself really enjoying having a bit of airflow under the covers, and it can change temperatures from cold to warm much faster than water-based systems. 

However, in my experience sleeping with the BedJet 3 for a week, it doesn’t do quite as good a job of either heating or cooling as the Eight or Ooler.

Don’t get me wrong, having warm air blowing through your covers on a cold day is downright delightful.

But on its most extreme settings, the water-based Eight Sleep feels much colder or hotter against your body. The current Pod 5 advertises a range from 55 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit, with independent control for each side of the bed.

Also, if you don’t have air conditioning and are in a warm bedroom (above 75-80 degrees), the BedJet will struggle to combat the heat and won’t give you much in the way of truly cold air. It can still circulate air and remove moisture, but it cannot cool that air below the temperature of the room.

The Ooler has similar struggles, while the Eight Sleep handles this much better.

Despite these critiques and comparisons to a different style of system, guess what?

Under normal conditions, the BedJet 3 absolutely does what it says it will do: heat or cool your bed to make sleeping conditions much more comfortable.

The fact that it is more subtle and uses air versus water is definitely something some people will prefer as well. And if that’s you? Congratulations, you’re going to get exactly what you want and save a whole bunch of money over other systems in the process!

Is the BedJet 3 Loud?

After using the Eight Sleep for the last few months, I’ve gotten really accustomed to a sleep system that is very quiet.

The Ooler is still fairly noticeable even on “silent” mode, and when you turn it up to high, it’s borderline obnoxious.

The BedJet 3 is somewhere in between.

After having the very quiet Eight Sleep, when I turned the BedJet on to 100% for the first time, I was taken aback by how loud it was.

You definitely notice it when it’s cooling the bed.

Even when you drop it down to 30% power, it’s still pretty loud.

However, when you’re heating the bed, the sound is significantly less intrusive. It seems the fans really only kick into high gear when you’re trying to make the bed colder.

But here’s the thing: the sound isn’t as bothersome as it is on the Ooler.

The Ooler has an annoying whirring fan.

The BedJet sounds exactly like a white noise machine.

I’ve traveled quite a bit with our toddler in close quarters this year, so I’ve gotten used to having a noise machine.

The BedJet 3 just sounds like that.

While it’s a little jarring at first if you’re not expecting it, after a few nights’ sleep I’ve actually found it to be rather soothing.

So while yes it’s pretty loud, if you’re okay with white noise, it’s not as intrusive as other systems.

And if you’re primarily planning to use the BedJet to heat, rather than cool, the noise isn’t an issue.

BedJet App: Is it User-Friendly?

The BedJet app is pretty straightforward and user-friendly.

The downside is it looks like it was designed about 15 years ago. 

Compared to the very sleek and modern Eight Sleep app, this one is looking pretty long in the tooth.

But the good news is that it still works very well.

You can easily turn your BedJet 3 on, set the temperature and airflow, and create Biorhythm schedules that adjust throughout the night.

The app uses a Bluetooth connection, which is fine, but I would have really liked to see WiFi support.

The BedJet does have a Wi-Fi connection, but it’s for automatically downloading firmware updates rather than controlling the unit remotely over the internet.

For people who don’t always have their phone nearby when they sleep, the included LCD remote is a major benefit.

The remote allows you to do everything the app does, and is generally very responsive. That said, it feels like a remote you might find on a high-end AV receiver. It does all kinds of stuff when all you really want it to do is turn the device on, off, and adjust the temperature.

Using the BedJet 3 with a Partner

My wife and I are similar to many couples in that we have vastly different temperature preferences when we sleep.

I like it as cold as possible, even in the Winter. 

She likes it as warm as possible the majority of the time.

We have a single BedJet unit, and the first night I had it on, I had it set to its coldest setting. That lasted about an hour before she made me turn up the heat.

As I mentioned earlier, in order to have independently controlled temperatures on both sides of the bed, you need two BedJet units. 

If you’re single, this is great since you’re not paying more for a second zone you won’t need. You can also use one BedJet with a Dual Zone Cloud Sheet to condition only your side while leaving your partner’s side unaffected. But if both people want their own temperature control, then the cost goes up for the second unit.

The easiest current solution is the BedJet Dual Zone bundle for couples. As of 2026, it includes two smaller BedJet 3 Mini units, two LCD remotes, and the required Dual Zone Cloud Sheet.

The fact the Eight Sleep has dual zones built into a single Cover is really nice, but again, you’re paying much more for that convenience and its additional tracking and automation features.

So when considering which BedJet 3 solution is right for you, consider whether your significant other wants temperature control at all, and whether you generally prefer vastly different settings when you sleep. One full-size BedJet 3 makes the most sense for a whole bed at one temperature; one BedJet 3 Mini plus a Dual Zone Cloud Sheet is the lower-cost option for conditioning only one side; and the two-unit Dual Zone bundle is the right setup when both partners want independent control.

Related: Here’s our direct BedJet vs. Eight Sleep comparison if you’re debating between the two.

BedJet 3 Review: Final Thoughts

Overall, I’ve found the BedJet 3 to be a solid sleep system that does exactly what it says it’s going to do.

It may not have quite the cooling power, sleep tracking, automation, or polish of the Eight Sleep system, but you shouldn’t expect it to at a fraction of the price.

There’s something about the airflow the BedJet 3 provides that makes sleeping using the system feel a little more…luxurious.

Regardless of whether you’re choosing warm or cool air, it feels great, even if I wasn’t able to get it to feel quite as hot, or quite as cold, as water-based systems.

While roughly $500 on sale for the full-size BedJet 3 is still a lot of money to spend, I think the value proposition remains excellent in 2026. Even after adding a Cloud Sheet, you’re far below the $3,298 first-year cost of the current Eight Sleep Pod 5 with the Enhanced Autopilot plan, and BedJet has no required subscription.

The choice is pretty straightforward: buy Eight Sleep if you want the most powerful direct-contact cooling, built-in dual zones, sleep and health tracking, and automatic temperature adjustments—and you’re comfortable with the price and membership. Buy the BedJet 3 if you want fast heating, effective airflow and sweat removal, simple controls, easier setup, and dramatically lower long-term cost.

Recent Updates

September 18th, 2026: Updated for pricing accuracy, comparisons to current products, and long-term review based on other tested sleep systems. Fixed typos. Added link to direct Eight Sleep vs. BedJet comparison.