Ratings >> Memory Foam Based on 1,649 Actual Consumer Experiences THE GOOD: Affordable • often well suited for those seeking a firmer mattress • limited off gassing odor • Costco return policy for Novaform models • "B" company rating. THE BAD: Too firm for some • mattress does not always fully decompress / regain shape after being unpackaged. THE MATTRESSES: Sleep Innovations & Novaform mattresses (made in USA) consist of memory foam over support foam (most models) over base foam. They ship compressed / vacuum sealed, expanding when opened. THE COMPETITION: Other low-priced mattresses. See how Sleep Innovations / Novaform compare at the memory foam mattress ratings – summary and side-by-side mattress comparison.(See buying a mattress online: what you should know.) Sleep Innovation & Novaform Mattress Ratings Sleep Innovations Company Ratings Model Ratings, Prices, Specs Person Size and Sleep Position Suitability The ratings show how Sleep Innovations / Novaform memory foam mattresses rate compared to the average mattress.
Sleep Innovations / Novaform mattresses overall have 77% owner satisfaction. Durability / longevity overall is at least fair (six-year lifespan on average) but can vary by model. Prices are $350-$950 depending on model and size with the average queen costing about $577. The beds moderately conform to the curves of one's body, resulting in somewhat better than average distributed support and pressure relief. Pain sufferers report fair or better relief, including back pain relief. However, about 5% report new (back) pain. (See mattresses and pain relief for general analysis.) Easy to move on The beds tend to provide no more than moderate resistance to body movement including changing positions and getting up. Like memory foam beds in general, moving or getting up tends to cause little disturbance to one's partner – assuming that a firm, solid-surface, non-spring foundation is used. The various models tend to perform at least average for most owners in regard to the support they provide at the edges of the mattress.
No initial odor / off gassing About 6% of owners (1 in 17) report a significant problem. (See memory foam off gassing for general analysis.) About 6% of owners (1 in 17) report significant and bothersome heat retention. Memory foam mattress owner opinion is generally split on this issue. (See mattresses and sex for general analysis). The mattresses are quiet when lied on or compressed. About 9% of owners (1 in 11) report needing to add a topper to improve comfort. The mattresses come compressed and vacuum sealed. There is an unusually high number of owners – at least 8% – who report that their mattress does not fully decompress / regain its shape. This can result in uneven support, discomfort and a poor appearance. As is true for firmer memory foam beds in general, break-in time is often longer than average especially for side sleepers. Rotating the mattress occasionally can help maintain comfort and support, say owners. The beds have a no-flip, one-sided design.
Easy to move, handle, lift Weight ranges 59-140 lbs depending on model and size with the average Sleep Innovations model weighing 94 lbs. Given their weight and lack of handles, they can be difficult to move and maneuver. The ratings below – based on consumer experiences and the evaluation of Sleep Like The Dead – show how Sleep Innovations Inc. compares to the average mattress manufacturer. "Main Competition" in the charts refers to mattresses that when compared to Sleep Innovations / Novaform have mostly similar feel, prices, owner satisfaction, benefits, construction, and return policies. Sleep Innovations / Novaform has 77% owner satisfaction overall. This rate is very similar to that of main competitors overall and higher than that for all mattresses (74%). See satisfaction ratings for specific Sleep Innovations / Novaform models. Learn how owner satisfaction is determined. Sleep Innovations / Novaform mattresses overall are significantly less expensive than both the average mattress and most mattresses with generally similar specifications.
However, about 9% of owners report the need to buy a mattress topper – priced $35 to $500. Durability / longevity for Sleep Innovations models overall is about fair (six-year lifespan on average). 12% of owners report significant sagging, excessive softening / loss of support occurring within three years of ownership – a rate similar to that of the average mattress. Durability / longevity for Sleep Innovations appears to improve as price / thickness increases. In other words, the least expensive models (namely the Shea / 10 inch) appear to have no better than fair durability / longevity, while the more expensive models (namely Alden / 14 inch) appear to have above-average durability / longevity. More info: mattress type longevity comparison. About 9% of Sleep Innovations / Novaform mattress owners add a topper to the mattress (often priced $35-$500) to lessen firmness and create acceptable comfort. About 6% of owners report bothersome heat retention – a rate similar to that of main competitors overall as well as the average mattress.
Models with gel-infused memory foam likely sleep about 30% cooler longer. More info: mattress heat retention. Sleep Innovations performs better than all mattress companies overall and its main competitors overall based on warranty coverage, customer service, return policy, time in business, marketing accuracy, review access, specifications disclosure, and BBB ratings. Like many mattresses under $1000, Sleep Innovations / Novaform mattresses are used lightly (limited adult use or everyday child use) in a significant number of cases. Sleep Innovations / Novaform Usage Owner Satisfaction Comparison: Regular Use Vs Light Use Prices below are for a mattress only. A foundation is often $150-$400. Firmness provided below is the firmness as evaluated by owners overall, not as provided by manufacturer. * For 1 to 10 firmness scale, 1 = very soft, 5 = medium, 10 = very firm. ** See memory foam density comparison to learn about characteristics of 3 lb/ft density.