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Nolah Original Mattress Review - The Best Mattress For Hot Sleepers???
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Original
Best for: Budget all-foam
Nolah's entry 10″ all-foam bed with zoned foam, rated 5 to 6 out of 10 on Nolah's scale.
Good to know: Nolah's Twin is 38″ × 74″ and Full 53″ × 75″, a little smaller than some brands' sizes.
- Type
- Memory foam
- Height
- 10″ or 11″
- Sizes
- 6 ready-made
- Certified
- GREENGUARD Gold, CertiPUR-US
Pick it if
- You sleep on your side
From independent reviewers’ findings, credited below.
38 × 80 in · 10″ or 11″ tall
Where to get it
- nolahsleep.comQueen $1,014.30 (sale, was $1,449) · checked Oct 16 See price
- Split kingSplit King See the list
Returns: 365 nights; 30-night break-in (one PDP bullet still says '120-night sleep trial') Details
We may earn a commission if you buy. Check the price for your exact size and height on the seller’s site.
The short version
Worth a look if
- Budget all-foam
Good
- Nolah's entry 10″ all-foam bed with zoned foam, rated 5 to 6 out of 10 on Nolah's scale.
- Trial: 365 nights; 30-night break-in (one PDP bullet still says '120-night sleep trial')
- An owner of 6-12 months said it sleeps cool, feels soft and eased their hip pain.
- Height: 10″ or 11″
Think about
- Nolah's Twin is 38″ × 74″ and Full 53″ × 75″, a little smaller than some brands' sizes.
- A side sleeper said it was too firm and caused shoulder pain, and planned to return it.
- Another short-term owner noticed an odour and found the follow-up marketing pushy.
- Standard sizes only: no RV, odd or custom sizes listed
Based on the maker’s published specs and terms, and the owner reviews linked below. We haven’t slept on it. Something wrong? Tell us.
What owners say
From owners of this model A small set of real reviews, each linked to its source. Not a star rating.
Small sample · 3 owner reports
A few GoodBed owners (owned 1-12 months) were split: one found it cool and good for hip pain, another found it too firm for side sleeping.
What people liked
- An owner of 6-12 months said it sleeps cool, feels soft and eased their hip pain. Source ↗
What independent reviewers found
- Sleep Foundation (Oct 2026): Testers found it plush, with balanced pressure relief for side sleepers and excellent motion isolation, but temperature control was slightly below average and the edges were only adequate. Can feel too soft for many back and stomach sleepers and people over 230 pounds; strong smell at first, per testers. Page carries shop links and discount offers. Read it ↗
- Mattress Clarity (Oct 2026): Testers saw little to no motion transfer and found the edges more solid than expected for a soft foam bed; a smell cleared within 48 hours. Site discloses affiliate programs and free review products. Read it ↗
- NapLab (Oct 2026): Medium-firm 6/10, rated for all positions to 300 lb. Good cooling, outstanding edge support even without reinforcement, low bounce, motion transfer about 23% above average. Modest foam densities but no expected longevity issues. Covers the 2022 and 2026 versions. NapLab discloses affiliate commissions. Read it ↗
- GoodBed (Dec 2025): Rated medium. Side sleepers of most sizes get good alignment and very good pressure relief; people over 250 lb may sink too far. Exceptional motion isolation, weak edges when sitting, cooling not confirmed. GoodBed earns referral fees. Read it ↗
Their testing, in our words. We haven’t tested these mattresses ourselves, and we don’t repeat their scores.
Sources & sample limits
3 GoodBed owner reviews naming 'Nolah Original 10', page 1 Sample: 3 owner reports.
Small sample; Reddit search blocked (HTTP 403).
Research checked October 14, 2026. These are sourced observations, not our own product tests or a star rating.
What owners report
GoodBed owners give it the best marks for staying cool, and some side sleepers say hip pain eased. Others found it too firm for side sleeping, noticed a strong initial smell, or felt it was overpriced.
Owners like
- Sleeps cool
- Eased hip pain for some
Owners mention
- Too firm for some side sleepers
- Strong initial odor
- Price
From GoodBed owner reviews. Summarized in our words.
Every size it comes in
Twin XL38 × 80 in10″ or 11″Full · 53-inch53 × 75 in10″ or 11″Queen60 × 80 in10″ or 11″King76 × 80 in10″ or 11″California king72 × 84 in10″ or 11″Twin38 × 74 inAs listed
Taken from the maker’s size options, in the inches it publishes. Tap a size to compare every mattress made in it. Sizes marked “as listed” don’t exactly match a standard size, so check your frame.
Price for every size
From the maker’s site on Oct 26, 2026. Prices change often, so check before you buy.
Video reviews
How it compares
Beside the most similar mattresses from other brands.
| OriginalNolah | CopperFlex EssentialBrooklyn Bedding | Plank FirmBrooklyn Bedding | The OneCasper | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Memory foam | Memory foam | Foam | Foam |
| Queen price | $1,014 | $799 | $1,332 | $899 |
| Height | 10″ or 11″ | 6″ or 8″ or 10″ or 12″ or 14″ | 10″ | 11″ |
| Trial | 365 nights | 365 nights | 365 nights | 100 nights |
| Odd sizes | None | 16 | 8 | None |
| Expert reviews | 4 | None yet | 4 | 3 |
What’s inside
- 1Knit cover with 1in quilted foam (GlacioTex Pillow Top upgrade: 2in quilted foam)
- 2Cool Contouring Foam (copper-infused memory foam)
- 3Comfort foam
- 4EverAdapt transition foam
- 5Tri-Zone zoned foam
- 6High-density base foam (4in)
- Feel
- Medium-firm (5-6/10 per Nolah)
- Height
- 10″ or 11″
- Custom sizes
- Not offered for this model
Returns and ordering
Trial and returns
365 nights; 30-night break-in (one PDP bullet still says '120-night sleep trial')
Before you order
- Measure inside the frame, not the old mattress
- Check clearance above for the height you pick
- Make sure your base supports it
- Buy sheets in the same exact size
Questions
What is it made of?
All-foam: knit cover with 1in quilted foam, copper-infused Cool Contouring memory foam, a comfort foam, EverAdapt transition foam and Tri-Zone zoned foam over a 4in high-density base. The optional GlacioTex Cooling Pillow Top adds 1in of quilted foam (11in total).
How firm is it?
Medium-firm (5-6/10 per Nolah) That’s the maker’s description; we haven’t measured it.
Which sizes and heights can I get?
6 sizes, 10″ or 11″. See every size. Confirm your exact size and height with the seller.
Are the reviews about this exact mattress?
From owners of this model. Small sample; Reddit search blocked (HTTP 403).
Where did this information come from?
- 10/11in heights, layers, 4in base, 5-6/10, size table and spec dims, displayed Queen $1,014 (list $1,449), trial and warranty
- current lineup of 8 mattresses; 'Fall Sale! 30% Off' banner
- Shopify variants: sizes, cover/firmness options, price (already 30% off) and compare_at_price (list)
- 365-night trial, 30-night break-in, full refund, exchanges; lifetime limited warranty for original purchaser; Don't Lose Sleep prorated replacement option from year 3; DTC with no storefronts
Checked 2026-10-16. Specs and terms can change.
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