Here are several relevant and useful comments from buyers considering or have already purchased Novaform Mattress.

• User 1: "Lesson learned- don't skimp on a mattress you spend 7-8 hours using and if you have back/neck problems. Wife and I bought this and gave it a ride for 30 days. Felt it was too soft, did not hold form. Returned it after 30 days. It came in a box the size of a dorm room fridge. That should probably be a characteristic of caution in the first place. Might be suitable product for college kid looking for something that can ship easy. Not a great solution for neck/back problems."

• User 2: "Relying on the glowing review in Consumer Reports, I purchased this mattress more than two months ago and believed the enclosures that said it could take a while for the mattress to fully set. Well, sufficient time has elapsed and it is still the most uncomfortable mattress I have ever slept on. (It replaced a 16- year-old mattress but thank goodness I hung on to that one because I plan to put it back on my bed and give this mattress away.) The mattress is so hard, I wake up with a backache every morning and my Activity Tracker shows I am having very restless nights. I actually have to fold up several blankets and use them as padding under me because the mattress is so hard and uncomfortable. I would not even call it 'firm,' it is the hardest mattress I have owned and I always buy firm models to provide more back support. Worst money I ever spent!"

• User 3: "At first we thought this mattress would work for us, but after a week we knew it wasn't supportive enough. We are 60 and 59, 230 and 130 lbs respectively. I am a side and back sleeper, my husband a side and stomach sleeper. I noticed that the mattress didn't hug my lumbar region while sleeping on my back. I could feel a gap there and there shouldn't be. My husband thought it was too squishy, not firm enough. What we both disliked is that the sides cave in when sitting on the edge of the bed, so you basically slide off. We had to return it and we are now trying a Sterns and Foster pillow top firm. Back to basics for us."

COMFORT OVERVIEW
Comfort, feel and overall firmness for Novaform mattress is extremely subjective.

Firmness isn't the only factor to consider when you're mattress shopping.

Choosing the right bed starts with figuring out how your body responds to lying at different angles.

It's important to understand how a mattress relieves pain and distributes pressure on your sensitive points (neck, shoulder, upper back, lower back, arms, hips, legs), as well as how it feels for couples and sex.

COMFORT SUMMARY
Firmness is very subjective and greatly differs between two people. What's firm for you might be extremely soft for someone else.

Be cautious about reviews that make definitive claims about how you'll feel sleeping on a mattress.

Novaform has several models, each with its own height, construction, and firmness.

They have three firmnesses. Plush, medium and firm. Their Serafina 14" model has all 3 comfort options. Their plush (3-4/10) is for side sleepers. Their Medium (5-6/10) is suitable for all 3 positions, and their firmest comfort level (8/10) is for back and stomach sleepers only. All other models are either medium or firm.

EDGE SUPPORT
• Edge support is likely not good. Low retail price means materials they use to bolster their edges is either nonexistent or poor quality.
• We understand Costco typically has great value (and higher quality) vs. other retail locations. But the fact remains that we doubt edges last more than 2-4 years with consistent use.
• Online specs give almost no granular detail on steps they take to bolster their edge support.

Note: If a mattress uses low-quality materials, it might feel supportive at first, but break down quickly.

Inadequate edge support means less sleep surface (which is not desirable, especially if you sleep with a partner).

SIDE SLEEPERS
• Your shoulders, hips and torso must evenly distribute support if you sleep on your side. Otherwise concentrated pressure causes long term nerve and pain-related issues.
• See Novaform's Serafina 14" model - this comes in a plush comfort level which is ideal for side sleepers.
• If you're a heavy sleeper, consider a medium-firm or firm comfort level (their other models have firmer options).

BACK/STOMACH SLEEPERS
• When you sleep on your back & stomach, your biggest concern should be finding a mattress that keeps your hips from sinking too far in. This knocks your spine out of alignment.
• Novaform is comfortable for back & stomach sleepers. The foam layers do a good job filling space between your lumbar region, which means decent pressure relief.

Here are a few facts about Novaform mattress construction:

• Type - gel memory foam
• Design - euro-top, pillow-top and tight-top
• Bed in a Box? - yes
• Height - 12-14" (model dependant)
• Weight (Queen) - 82 lbs

Their primary layers include:

• Cover - quilted cover
• Comfort Layer - gel foam
• Transition Layer - foam
• Support Layer - foam
• Other Notable Specs - none

Note: A taller and heavier mattress typically (but not always) indicate better quality.

Support refers to how long the W Hotel mattress lasts over a reasonable expectation of 7-10 years (average mattress lifespan).

Motion transfer refers to the amount of disturbance you'd experience from one side of the mattress to another. Motion transfer is important for couples, especially if your partner tosses & turns (most do).

EDGE SUPPORT

• Edge support is likely not good. Low retail price means materials they use to bolster their edges is either nonexistent or poor quality.
• We understand Costco typically has great value (and higher quality) vs. other retail locations. But the fact remains that we doubt edges last more than 2-4 years with consistent use.
• Online specs give almost no granular detail on steps they take to bolster their edge support.

Note: If a mattress uses low-quality materials, it might feel supportive at first, but break down quickly.

Inadequate edge support means less sleep surface (which is not desirable, especially if you sleep with a partner).

MOTION TRANSFER

Motion transfer measures how much movement shifts from one side of the bed to the other. If you sleep with a partner who tosses and turns during the night, you'll want to get a mattress that offers effective motion isolation. Less motion transfer means you'll get more REM sleep.

We are satisfied with Novaform's motion transfer overall. They does a good job isolation motion across the top portion of the mattress with their gel foam layer. This ultimately means you or your partner won't be distributed by some tossing & turning during the night.

You can buy Novaform at the following locations:

• by several retailers, including Amazon and Costco

There are several noteworthy considerations with the Novaform return policy:

• there is no return policy information available.

WARRANTY INFO

• fabric covers and foam materials used in Novaform products are warranted for material and workmanship defects. Novaform provides full warranty information along with each product.
• in the event of a defect covered by the warranty, Novaform will repair or replace the defective product (at Novaform's discretion). In case a replacement is needed, Novaform reserves the right to substitute materials of the same quality or better if the like components can't be found. Warranty replacements are only available once.
• the warranty is valid from the original purchase date. It does not restart upon receiving a replacement.
• in the event that the mattress cover is removed and/or laundered, all warranties are void. Only spot cleaning is required for mattress maintenance.

EXCHANGE INFO

• there is no exchange policy information available.

Look for warranties that have at least a 15-year period with no unreasonable limitations or transporation fees.

Also, find a brand with an exchange policy that doesn't have exorbitant fees in case you need to switch firmnesses.

WARRANTY INFO

• fabric covers and foam materials used in Novaform products are warranted for material and workmanship defects. Novaform provides full warranty information along with each product.
• in the event of a defect covered by the warranty, Novaform will repair or replace the defective product (at Novaform's discretion). In case a replacement is needed, Novaform reserves the right to substitute materials of the same quality or better if the like components can't be found. Warranty replacements are only available once.
• the warranty is valid from the original purchase date. It does not restart upon receiving a replacement.
• in the event that the mattress cover is removed and/or laundered, all warranties are void. Only spot cleaning is required for mattress maintenance.

EXCHANGE INFO

• there is no exchange policy information available.

Look for warranties that have at least a 15-year period with no unreasonable limitations or transporation fees.

Also, find a brand with an exchange policy that doesn't have exorbitant fees in case you need to switch firmnesses.

The Novaform costs $500-$750 for their Queen size.

Keep in mind their prices change frequently during big holiday and sales periods.

Absolutely, yes. There are incredible alternatives to Novaform's mattress. Don't underestimate how confusing it is to find your ideal mattress.

Depending on your preferences, here are our 3 top alternatives:

1. The Saatva Classic is a durable innerspring hybrid that's very comfortable. They're great for people who like a little bounce but want support and value.

2. Loom & Leaf - We love Loom & Leaf because it has zero motion transfer and excellent pressure relief.

3. Zenhaven - 100% organic and natural Talalay latex. It's the best mattress money can buy. You should check out this mattress if you need a bed that has some bounce, but still fully envelops and supports your pressure points.

Our ultimate goal is very simple. Identify your perfect mattress and steer you in the right direction!