Apollo Mattress Review

Thanks to its thick foam layers, the Apollo Mattress isolates more motion than the average hybrid model.

Two 2-inch memory foam comfort layers absorb most vibrations on the surface of the bed. Since compression occurs directly under the sleeper, you shouldn’t feel too much transfer when your partner rolls over or gets up. Since its base layer is composed of foam, rather than standard coils, the Apollo’s support core also helps isolate motion transfer. Additionally, the microcoil transition layer is fairly thin and each coil is pocketed, so it should not contribute notably to motion transfer.

The Apollo Mattress’s comfort system features two 2-inch layers of memory foam, leaving plenty of room for a sleeper’s curves to sink in. This material is known for its pressure-relieving hug, which may help reduce discomfort around the sleeper’s hips and shoulders. A microcoil transition layer adds deeper contouring while preventing the sleeper from coming into direct contact with the dense polyfoam core.

Many hybrid mattresses relieve pressure well, but the Apollo Mattress may perform better than some because of its relatively thick comfort system.

Hybrid models tend to be more breathable than all-foam mattresses thanks to their coil cores. The Apollo Mattress features a thick foam base and a thin layer of transitional microcoils, so it may not regulate temperatures to the same extent as some hybrid options. However, when compared to many all-foam models, the Apollo has better temperature control.

The construction and materials lend to this. A PolarMAX cooling cover transfers moisture away from the sleeper’s body while staying cool to the touch. Gel and copper infusions in the top layer of memory foam further regulate the temperature of the sleep surface, while the open cell memory foam second layer and microcoil transition layer allow air to circulate so that excess heat can escape.

Hybrid models typically have sturdier edges than their all-foam counterparts, and the Apollo Mattress follows this trend.

While most hybrid models get their edge support from their sturdy coil cores and/or additional reinforcement in this layer, the Apollo Mattress uses a different technique. A 3-inch foam encasement wraps around the second memory foam comfort layer for extra support. Because of its extensive use of foam and its reinforced edge, the Apollo might be an ideal option for sleepers who like the feel of all-foam models but not the associated edge sinkage. On the Apollo Mattress, sleepers should be able to sit or sleep along the perimeter without feeling like it’s collapsing beneath them.

While hybrid models typically earn moderate to strong scores for ease of movement because of their responsive coil cores, the Apollo’s unique construction does not give it this advantage.

The two comfort layers of memory foam combine to a total of 4 inches. Memory foam tends to restrict movement because it hugs closely to the body and does not regain its shape as quickly as most materials when the sleeper moves. This could create a “trapped in the bed” sensation for some sleepers. The microcoil transition layer gives the bed a slightly springier feel than some all-foam models, but the polyfoam base does not provide the same level of responsiveness as most coil support cores.

Most individuals will be able to change positions without significant trouble, but those with limited mobility could struggle.

The Apollo uses a microcoil transition layer and a polyfoam base rather than the more traditional coil core commonly found in hybrid models. This makes the Apollo less responsive than most hybrid models, so it may not have the springiness many couples prefer for sex. However, the memory foam comfort layers conform exceptionally well for added traction, and the bed should be virtually silent for greater discretion.

Off-gassing smells from new mattresses are the remnants of the manufacturing process, and they’re especially common with synthetic foam. When a mattress is compressed for shipment, the odors may not have time to air out in the factory; instead, they off-gas in your home. The Apollo uses synthetic foams and ships compressed, so it should smell like many similarly constructed mattress-in-a-box models when you open the box.

Most experts think these odors aren’t harmful to most sleepers, but some might prefer to leave their new mattress in another well-ventilated room until the off-gassing process is complete. Since the Apollo is fairly breathable, most smells should dissipate within a couple of days.