Mattress
Ratings >>
Memory
Foam Mattress Reviews & Ratings →
Based on Data From Over 4,470 Actual Owners
Page
last updated April 16, 2010
What You Need To Know
Memory foam mattress brands tend to rate respectably and similarly in regard to comfort, according to our research involving thousands of actual owners. (80% of owners find their mattress comfortable.)
Durability / longevity generally ranges from fair to good.
Memory foam mattress prices can vary substantially, mainly due to differences in density and the amount of memory foam used.
Foam density determines many mattress characteristics. Learn more based on owner data: memory foam density: higher vs lower. And see what is memory foam?
Paying more for a memory foam mattress does not necessarily result in substantially higher overall satisfaction.
More info based on actual owner data:
Advantages and disadvantages of memory foam beds
Tempurpedic® mattress reviews
Detailed mattress comparison
Memory foam vs latex
Mattresses and sex comparison
Mattress warranties: what you should know
Tempur-pedic vs Sleep Number Bed
Buying a mattress online: what you should know
Mattresses and back pain research
About Our Research
The data comes from over 4,470 memory foam bed owner experiences that were collected from diverse, credible sources. For more information about our research methodology, click here. Our research focuses mainly on top sellers and, as a result, does not include all memory foam mattresses available on the market.
Read more mattress reviews and ratings based on data from over 9,000 actual owners. You can also search our research findings.
Memory Foam Mattress Ratings -- As a Group
Ratings below are based on a sample size of at least 4,470 owners of various brands including but not necessarily limited to the brands in the sections below. Click on a link in the left column to see how memory foam mattresses compare to other mattress types for that particular issue.
81% |
Most memory foam mattress brands rate similarly in regard to comfort. Each may have, however, a different "feel." | |
Fair-Good |
Premature sagging / softening is reported by 8%-22% of owners. Paying higher price does not necessarily guarantee better longevity. | |
| Price (queen, no foundation) |
$400-$6300 | Owner satisfaction levels are similar across price range. Prices can extend below and above prices for most other mattress types. |
Good |
Regardless of price, owners overall say money was well spent. | |
Poor-Fair |
Generally heavier than most other bed types. The thicker and higher density of foam, the heavier. | |
Fair-Good |
Reduced allergies are occasionally reported. See memory foam and dust mites. | |
Good-Excellent |
Major advantage of memory foam. Allows you to move with minimal disturbance to partner. | |
Fair |
Off gassing is common, especially with higher density foam. See memory foam off gassing. | |
Fair |
Higher density foam usually means more heat issues. See memory foam & heat retention. | |
| Easy to get used to | Poor-Fair | Higher density foam often requires more of an adjustment period. |
Fair-Good |
Opinions vary, but most owners say it's ok. See sex on a memory foam mattress. | |
Good-Excellent |
Strong advantage of memory foam for many pain sufferers. Back pain is often helped especially. | |
Excellent |
Totally silent under all conditions. | |
| Warranties | Good | Most are 20-year with first 10 years non-prorated. See mattress warranties: what you should know |
Fair |
Most models are "no-flip," but some owners flip anyway to combat sagging / softening. Turning often recommended. |
Memory Foam Mattress Ratings -- By Brand -- Part 1
Click on a brand for more detailed research findings based on actual owner data. Also see glossary for select terms near bottom of page.
| Bodi- pedic |
Select -a- Firmness |
Spa Sen- sations |
Nova- form |
Aerus | Bragada | Night Therapy | |||
Sample
size |
1,505 |
722 | 648 | 531 | 310 |
174 | 134 |
121 | 113 |
| Comfort satisfaction |
80% |
82% | 80% | 82% | 78% |
79% | 70% |
82% | 80% |
| Durability / longevity | Good |
Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
Fair | Fair |
Fair | Fair- Good |
| Affordable | Poor-Fair | Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good | Excellent | Fair | Good- Excellent |
Fair- Good |
| Value | Good |
Good | Good | Good- Excellent |
Good |
Excellent | Fair- Good |
Good- Excellent |
Good |
| Less pain | Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good | Good |
Good- Excellent |
Good |
| Firmness | Medium- Firm |
Medium- Firm |
Medium- Firm |
Firm | Medium- Firm |
Medium- Firm |
Medium | Firm | Medium |
| Lightweight | Poor-Fair |
Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
Fair | Poor-Fair |
Fair | Poor-Fair |
| Dust mite resistant | Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
| Motion isolation |
Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Excellent |
Good- Excellent |
Excellent |
| No
initial odor |
Fair |
Fair | Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Poor-Fair |
Fair- Good |
Fair |
Fair- Good |
Poor |
| No noise | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| No
sleep- ing hot |
Fair |
Fair-Good | Fair-Good | Good | Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair |
Fair- Good |
Fair |
| Sex friendly | Fair- Good |
Fair-Good | Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
Fair- Good |
| Price (queen) |
$1300- $6300 |
$420 | $385- $580 |
$400 | $550- $800 |
$220- $475 |
$660- $2375 |
$400 | $800- $1620 |
| Density (lbs./ft) |
5.3 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.0 - 5.0 | 3.0 | 5.3 | 3.0 - 4.0 | 5.0 |
| Return policy |
Depends on retailer | Retailer: Overstock, no returns |
Retailer: Overstock, no returns |
Retailer: Walmart, 90 days |
Retailer: Costco, 90 days+ |
Retailer: Sam's/ Walmart, 90 days+ |
NA | Retailer: Sam's, 90 days+ |
90 days, you pay return shipping |
| Warranty | 20-yr ltd | 5-yr ltd | 5-10-yr ltd |
10-yr ltd | 20-yr ltd | 5-yr ltd | Lifetime ltd | 10-yr ltd | 20-yr ltd |
| BBB rating | A+ | B- | NR | F | B- | B- | NR | NR | B- |
NA = information not currently available.
Also see the mattress comparison for how these brands compare to non-memory foam mattresses including innerspring, air, latex, futon and water.
Memory Foam Mattress Ratings -- By Brand -- Part 2
The memory foam mattress brands below are not included in the part 1 comparison above because their sample sizes / amount of owner experience data / number of credible sources is too small to give a fair head-to-head comparison.
We provide, however, the limited owner data we have collected for them as well as other relevant facts. For more detailed information and explanation, see glossary below and click on a brand.
| Brand (alphabetical) |
Comfort satisfaction / sample size |
Price |
Density (lbs./ft) |
BBB rating |
Warranty | Return policy |
| Angel Bed | 82% / 11 | $900- $3300 |
5.3 | NR | 20-yr ltd | 90 days, return shipping free |
| Bed in a Box | 89% / 20 | $525-$700 | 3.0 | A | 20-yr ltd |
120 days, return shipping free |
| Bob-O-Pedic | 78% / 37 | $800 | <5.0 | B | 20-yr non- prorated |
retailer: Bob's Discount Furniture. 30 days |
| Dormia | 65% / 72 | $1500- $3000 |
NA | C | 25-yr ltd | Depends on retailer |
| Englander | 65% / 15 | $900- $1500 |
<5.0 | NR | 20-yr ltd | Depends on retailer |
| Healthy Foundations | NA | NA | NA | A+ | 20-yr non- prorated |
1 year, $75 return fee |
| Ikea foam | 91% / 11 | $400- $600 |
3.1 | C+ | 25-yr ltd | 90 days, no refund, can only exchange |
| Marriott Bed (regular foam) | 93%/ 23 | $1300+ | NA | A+ | 10-yr ltd | No returns |
| Overnight Mattress |
83% /12 | $450- $1200 |
3.0-4.0 | A+ | 15yr-25-yr ltd | 120 days, return shipping free |
| Sealy Embody | NA | $1000-$2200 | 5.0 | A+ | 20-yr ltd | Depends on retailer |
| Serta True Response | 78% / 9 | $1400- $2500 |
5.0 | F | 30-yr ltd | Depends on retailer |
| Simmons
Comforpedic |
100% / 3 | $1400- $2800 |
5.5 | A- | 25-yr ltd | Depends on retailer |
| Sleep Science | 66% / 19 | $600- $1500 |
5.0 | A+ | 20-yr ltd | retailer: Costco. 90 days+ |
| Sonno Prima | 83% / 18 | $1500 | <5.0 | NR | 15-yr ltd | Depends on retailer: Design Within Reach |
Glossary
Sample size
The number of owners / owner experiences that determine the comfort satisfaction rating as well as most other findings.
Comfort satisfaction
The
percentage of owners who say that mattress is comfortable. "NA" means no data is currently available.
Less pain
Mainly refers to less back, hip and shoulder pain both in and out of bed.
Motion isolation
Refers to how well the mattress keeps movement by one person on the bed from being felt by another.
No sleeping hot
Refers to whether and how much the mattress acts as a heat trap for the sleeper's body heat.
Price
Prices ranges shown are for a queen
with no foundation. Foundations usually cost $100-$300. Prices mainly vary due to the thickness and density of the mattress.
Density
Density listed is the density of the majority of foam used. For example, if a mattress has a 1-inch layer of 2.0 lbs-ft foam and a 3-inch layer of 5.0 lbs-ft foam, we will list the density as 5.0 lbs-ft. For more on density, see memory foam density: higher vs lower.
BBB rating
The rating given to the company by the Better Business Bureau.
"NR" means that the company has no rating currently.
Return policy
How long the buyer has to return the mattress for an exchange or refund. Mattresses that are dirty, stained, damaged and or abused usually are not returnable.
Warranty
Unless otherwise indicated, the first 10 years on all 20-25 year warranties are non-prorated. This means there is no cost to have the mattress repaired or replaced during this time (minus possible transportation costs) assuming certain conditions are met.