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Value --
Based on Data From Over 8,300 Actual Owners
"Value" in our research means that the mattress,
according to actual owners, is a good investment and worth the money, but not necessarily inexpensive.
The chart below shows how mattress types compare on this issue
based on owner / user experiences. Keep in mind that this
represents what is often, but not always, the case; a particular
brand, model or individual mattress may go against these findings.
| Innerspring |
| Futon |
| Latex |
| Water |
| Memory
Foam |
| Air |
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Air
These beds can be considered a good value even at their relatively high price because they generally offer good durability and comfort.
Memory foam
Virtually all memory foam mattresses, according to our collected owner data, provide good value because of their respectable comfort / satisfaction rate and durability.
Water
Waterbeds are generally a good value because they are durable (assuming punctures can be avoided) and have a respectable comfort rating, according to our research.
Latex
Given their high comfort ratings and fair-to-good durability in most cases, latex mattresses are a good value.
Innerspring / coil
These mattresses are often average values at best mainly because they can have poor durability and, as a result, poor comfort.
Futons
The more expensive futons tend to provide reasonable value, while the less pricey ones often do not.