Eight Sleep has introduced the Pod 6, the latest version of its "intelligent sleep system," which aims to enhance sleep quality by regulating bed temperature based on health and sleep metrics such as breathing and heart rate. The company calls this the "most significant hardware launch to date," emphasizing a redesigned cooling hub that is now compact enough to fit under most beds. While the Pod 6 is priced lower than its predecessor, the Pod 5, which launched in 2025, it remains a premium product. The standard version starts at $2,699 for a full-size mattress and goes up to $2,999 for king and California king sizes. A new "Solo" option is available for single sleepers, offering a cover that fits half of any mattress size for $1,999. The redesigned cooling hub of the Pod 6 is 20 percent faster at adjusting temperature than previous models, improving the user experience. The system includes 18 biometric sensors—an increase from the two sensors in the Pod 5—that track heart rate, breathing rate, sleep stages, and even detect snoring. These sensors can monitor two individuals, whether they are sleeping side by side or on opposite sides of the bed. The system is also capable of distinguishing between adults, children, and pets, making it adaptable for a variety of sleepers. The Pod 6 works with optional accessories, such as Eight Sleep’s $999 cooling pillow cover, and requires a subscription for its AI-powered Autopilot feature, which adjusts the bed’s temperature automatically throughout the night. The Autopilot feature, priced between $199 and $399 annually for two sleepers, uses data collected from the sensors to maintain comfort without manual input. The system can be controlled through a smartphone app, which allows users to set personalized temperature preferences for each side of the bed and view sleep scores and insights. The Pod 6 is available for purchase through Eight Sleep’s online store and includes a mattress topper and a redesigned, more compact hub. Users fill the hub with water using a compatible jug, and the system is controlled via a smartphone app. The Solo option, starting at £1,799 in the UK, allows for single sleepers or shared beds with additional covers. In the UK, a subscription for the Autopilot software is required for the first 12 months, starting at £17 per month. It’s important to note that the Pod 6 is not a mattress but a smart sleep system consisting of a hub and a mattress cover.