Emma Mattress Review

The Emma Mattress isolates motion quite well, which we would expect from most all-foam models. Its top layer of Airgocell polyfoam absorbs a significant amount of motion, and the layer of memory foam further adds to this effect. Since most vibrations are unlikely to spread across the surface of the mattress, people who are easily awoken when their partner moves during the night might like the Emma Mattress.

Like many all-foam models, one of the Emma Mattress’s biggest strengths is pressure relief. Each layer in the comfort system conforms to the shape of the sleeper’s body. The top layer of polyfoam cushions the surface and relieves some pressure, while the layer of memory foam contours more deeply and redistributes the sleeper’s weight to take pressure off areas like the hips and shoulders.

An individual’s weight and preferred sleep position also play a role in the extent of pressure relief they experience on the mattress. Due to its medium firm feel, the Emma Mattress may be best suited for side sleepers and individuals who weigh under 130 pounds.

While foam mattresses sometimes tend to trap heat, the Emma Mattress has cooling features that help it sleep cooler than some models on the market. The cover lets air circulate into the mattress, which helps regulate its temperature. Airgocell polyfoam in the top layer of the mattress has an open-cell structure, so air can also permeate the top layer. This airflow can help heat dissipate away from the sleep surface.

The memory foam layer could retain some heat, but with a layer of breathable polyfoam separating the sleeper from the memory foam, most individuals shouldn’t notice excessive heat buildup. Many people who tend to sleep hot are likely to find the Emma Mattress cool and comfortable.

Most foam mattresses do not have reinforced edges, and neither does the Emma Mattress. Since the foam compresses when someone sits or sleeps near the perimeter, the edge could feel somewhat unstable. Because of its firm core, the edge of the Emma Mattress feels more supportive than those of many all-foam models. Most people should feel secure enough to sit or sleep near the perimeter of the bed. However, some heavier individuals may notice more sinkage, which could make the edge feel insecure for sitting or sleeping.

Compared to other all-foam models, the Emma Mattress is moderately easy to move on. Most sleepers will be able to change positions with little effort. The top layer of polyfoam responds relatively quickly to changes in pressure, so sleepers shouldn’t feel “trapped in the bed.” Its layer of memory foam hugs more closely to the sleeper’s body and may retain impressions longer, but this should not significantly impede movement. The firm polyfoam core also limits how deeply an individual sinks in, which should lend to a balanced feeling somewhere between sleeping “on” the bed and “in” the bed.

Because of their close conforming and lack of bounce, many couples feel all-foam models are not responsive enough for sex. The Emma Mattress may perform better than some all-foam models. While it doesn’t have a very springy feel, the polyfoam top layer adjusts to changes in pressure relatively quickly, making it easier to move across the bed. Additionally, the conforming of the two-layer comfort system gives traction.

Like other new products produced in a factory, mattresses often have lingering manufacturing odors. This is particularly common in all-foam models that ship compressed since the smells don’t have time to air out. The Emma Mattress is likely to have similar odors to most similarly constructed models. However, due to its breathable design, these smells may dissipate more quickly. You can generally expect a new mattress to finish off-gassing within a couple of days. If you find the smell off-putting, you might choose to let it air out in a separate well-ventilated room until the process is complete.