Eight Sleep - sleep technology company

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Eight Sleep is a sleep technology company founded in 2014 by Matteo Franceschetti, Alexandra Zatarain, Maximus Yaney, and Andrea Ballarini. The company focuses on improving sleep through advanced technology, developing products designed to monitor and enhance sleep quality. Eight Sleep's primary offering is a range of smart mattresses and mattress covers, collectively known as the "Pod," which are equipped with sensors and temperature-regulating technology to optimize sleep conditions.

The flagship product, the Eight Sleep Pod, was first introduced in 2019. It features Active Grid technology, which uses water-based thermal regulation to automatically adjust the temperature of the mattress throughout the night, based on the user’s sleep patterns, body temperature, and preferences. The temperature can be individually controlled on each side of the bed, making it ideal for couples with different sleep preferences. The system allows temperatures to range between 55°F and 110°F, adjusting in real-time to maximize comfort.

The Eight Sleep Pod also includes biometric sensors embedded in the mattress cover, which track sleep metrics such as heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV), respiratory rate, sleep stages, and overall sleep duration. These metrics are collected without the need for wearable devices and are integrated with the Eight Sleep app, which provides users with detailed reports on their sleep quality and recommendations for improvement. The app also offers "Sleep Fitness Scores," giving users an overview of their sleep health.

Eight Sleep’s product line has expanded to include several variations of the Pod, such as the Pod Pro and Pod Pro Cover, which offer improved cooling and heating technology, advanced sensors, and more comprehensive sleep data analytics. The company has also introduced a variety of accessories, including pillows and bedding designed to complement its smart sleep system.

In addition to thermal regulation and sleep tracking, Eight Sleep products include features like GentleRise, a smart alarm that gradually increases the mattress temperature and vibration to wake users up gently. These innovations position Eight Sleep at the forefront of the growing market for sleep technology and wellness products.

The company has received significant attention from the wellness community and tech enthusiasts, securing substantial venture capital investment from investors like SoftBank and Khosla Ventures. As of 2024, Eight Sleep continues to innovate in the field of sleep science, with research partnerships and ongoing product development aimed at making sleep more efficient and restorative through technology.