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Tulo Mattress Review: Our Test Lab Results
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The Tulo Bamboo 8″ Medium Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress is designed to support all sleep positions, with a medium firmness that balances comfort and support. It’s infused with green tea and bamboo charcoal to promote a cleaner sleep environment that resists allergens and odors.
- Four height options available with different firmness levels
- Memory foam contours to the body and limits motion transfer
- Affordable pricing
- Can retain warmth and contribute to overheating
- Most models have limited edge support
Tulo’s mattresses don’t come with a ton of bells and whistles, but they do offer the benefits of memory foam without breaking the bank.
Tulo has several product lines, and in this review, we focus on the Tulo Memory Foam Bamboo Mattress. It comes in 6-inch, 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch models, each with a different firmness level. Every model has a cover made of bamboo-derived fabric and an interior built with two layers of foam, including a top layer of green tea-infused memory foam.
The expert team in our Test Lab analyzed these Tulo Mattresses to identify their benefits and downsides. Below, we’ll go into detail about the performance, pricing, construction, and sizing of the Tulo Memory Foam Bamboo Mattress.
SMART MATCHING
Is the Tulo Right for You?
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TEST LAB RATINGS
How the Tulo Scored
Motion Isolation7.5/10
Like most memory foam mattresses, the Tulo offers above-average motion isolation, as the memory foam conforms to the body and helps absorb vibrations. We found that the 10- and 12-inch models had the best motion isolation, as they have thicker and softer memory foam layers and are softer, allowing them to better contain vibrations. That makes these a good choice for couples who want to limit sleep disruptions.
Logan Foley, Executive Product Director: I really liked how well the Tulo Mattress absorbed motion. There were barely any vibrations when someone was moving around on the other side of the bed.
Pressure Relief7.0/10
The 10- and 12-inch Tulo models have a thick layer of soft, conforming memory foam that provides great pressure relief to most sleepers. The foam contours to the body in high-pressure spots, helping sleepers maintain good posture through the night.
The 8-inch mattress also works well to relieve pressure, though it doesn’t contour as much as the taller versions. Shoppers should note that the 6-inch mattress isn’t as effective at pressure relief because of its firmer surface and thinner memory foam layer.
Colin Simpson, Product Research Manager: You can feel the foam hug your body, which, at least for me, meant less pressure buildup around my hips and shoulders.
Temperature Control6.0/10
Our testing confirmed what we expected: The Tulo Memory Foam Bamboo Mattress has a tendency to sleep hot. This is a common issue with memory foam mattresses, though, as the material retains heat and reduces airflow over the skin. While the bamboo-based cover is breathable, it’s not enough to counterbalance the other heat retention. As a result, we found that these mattresses are unlikely to be a good choice for hot sleepers.
Mary Fenton, Head of Product Content: Like a lot of memory foam mattresses, the Tulo can build up some serious warmth. The more it hugs your body, the more you start to feel heat trapped around you.
Edge Support6.5/10
Among the Tulo Mattress models, only the 6-inch got average scores for edge support during our testing. Problems with edge support are typical in memory foam mattresses, as the material is slow to rebound to its normal shape, especially near the perimeter. Our team found the edge support was weakest on the taller models, because they’re made with softer foams.
Logan Foley, Executive Product Director: The softness of the memory foam was really apparent around the edge of the mattress. I didn’t feel like I was going to fall out of bed, but I also didn’t feel super stable, either.
Ease of Movement6.0/10
While memory foam relieves pressure well, it can also restrict movement, especially when the foam is thicker and softer, like it is in the 10- and 12-inch Tulo mattress models. For some sleepers, ease of movement is a low priority. However, it can be important for combination sleepers and anyone else who just likes the feeling of an unrestricted ability to move around in bed.
Colin Simpson, Product Research Manager: With the conforming memory foam, there were times when I felt kind of stuck. In the end, I was able to adjust my position, but there was some noticeable resistance.
Durability6.0/10
As an all-foam mattress, the Tulo Memory Foam Bamboo Mattress isn’t expected to last longer than six or seven years. The 10-inch model has a 2-inch gel memory foam layer up top and an 8-inch polyfoam support layer. If durability is important to you, going with a thicker, firmer foam model can help.
HANDS-ON TESTING
Testing Team Takeaways
To test the Tulo Mattress, we had three people on our testing team take the bed home with them and test it for one week. Here are their initial observations.
Logan Foley
Executive Product Director · Side sleeper · 140 lbs
Side sleeper · 140 lbs
“For a side sleeper like me, the Tulo Mattress nicely cushions my hips and shoulders, making it comfortable for me to settle into bed.”
Colin Simpson
Product Research Manager · Stomach sleeper · 190 lbs
Stomach sleeper · 190 lbs
“While I agree with Logan about cushioning, as a stomach sleeper, some of the Tulo models felt too plush, almost like they were giving out beneath me.”
Mary Fenton
Head of Product Content · Combination sleeper · 150 lbs
Combination sleeper · 150 lbs
“A benefit of the Tulo Mattress is that it limits vibrations spreading, so I wasn’t bothered by movement on the other side of the bed. But the contouring foam also made it harder for me to adjust my sleeping position.”
Who it Fits
Fit by Sleep Position and Body Weight
Sizes, dimensions and weights
Side Sleepers
In our testing, the 10- and 12-inch models of the Tulo Mattress performed well for side sleepers up to 230 pounds, particularly those under 130 pounds. With their medium (5) and medium soft (4) firmness levels, the memory foam layer conforms to the body, accommodating heavier areas like the hips and shoulders without allowing too much sinking into the mattress.
Side sleepers over 130 pounds were more likely to say that these two models felt a bit on the plush side, although those between 130 and 230 still said they got quality pressure relief. However, the 6-inch and 8-inch models are generally too firm and have a comfort layer that is too thin to provide optimal support to side sleepers.
Back Sleepers
We found that most back sleepers under 230 pounds in our testing preferred the feel of the 8-inch Tulo Mattress. With a medium firm (6) feel, that model kept their body in a more neutral position, allowing the memory foam to comfortably cushion the curve of the lower back.
Back sleepers who weigh over 230 pounds found the 8-inch model to be too soft. They also were underwhelmed by the less robust 6-inch model and the plusher 10- and 12-inch models.
Stomach Sleepers
The Tulo Mattress got mostly average or below-average ratings from stomach sleepers. The highest marks came from stomach sleepers under 130 pounds who got decent support from the 6- and 8-inch models. While the 6-inch model is firm (7), its thinner layers may be more inclined to wear out or give out beneath stomach sleepers who weigh over 130 pounds.
And because they allow lots of sinkage, all-foam mattresses like the Tulo don’t typically provide great support to stomach sleepers. Excess sinkage around the midsection can pull the body into a U-shape, putting pressure on the muscles of the lower back.
Construction
Inside the Tulo
Cover
Rayon derived from bamboo
Comfort Layer
Memory foam (green tea-infused)
Support Core
Polyfoam
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Trial, Warranty, and Delivery
120 Night
Sleep Trial (depending on seller)
10 Year
Limited Warranty
Free
Shipping (depending on seller)
Availability
The Tulo Memory Foam Bamboo Mattress is available online through Amazon and retailers like Mattress Firm. It’s only available for shipping within the United States.
Shipping
Shipping costs vary based on where you buy it. Most retailers offer free shipping within the contiguous United States. The mattress is shipped inside a box after being compressed and sealed in plastic. The box will be left at your doorstep.
To set up the mattress, you open the box, carefully cut away the plastic, and put the bed on whatever frame you’re using. The mattress should regain its normal size and shape within a few minutes.
Additional Services
Tulo doesn’t currently offer White Glove delivery or mattress removal, but these services may be offered by some third-party retailers.
Sleep Trial
The return policy for the Tulo Mattress also varies based on the company you purchase it from. Many sellers offer a 120-night sleep trial, though you may be required to try the mattress for 30 nights before making a return.
Warranty
The Tulo Memory Foam Bamboo Mattress includes a 10-year limited warranty. The warranty covers defects in workmanship or materials. If a mattress is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced.
FAQs
Are Tulo mattresses any good?
Whether or not Tulo mattresses are good depends on your sleep needs and preferences, but the overall score in our testing was decent. Side and back sleepers who prefer the contouring feeling of a memory foam mattress will find Tulo mattresses most appealing. It’s also a good price point for budget-conscious shoppers. It had lower scores in testing for temperature control, however, so it may not be the best choice for those who sleep hot.
Who makes the Tulo mattress?
Tulo is the exclusive boxed mattress brand from Mattress Firm. You can shop for them at a Mattress Firm location or online.
What makes a Tulo mattress unique?
Tulo mattresses are unique in a couple of ways: First, they’re available in four height options, which have different firmness levels. Next, the top layer of memory foam is infused with green tea, which is intended to enhance the feel and smell.
How much is the Tulo mattress?
Tulo mattresses come in a range of prices, depending on the options you select. Regular pricing is typically in the $350 to $660 range, but you may also find limited time sales with reductions in prices.
Logan is a Certified Sleep Science Coach with a deep understanding of what it means to struggle with sleep. Her years of experience researching and testing sleep products – including mattresses, natural sleep aids, and bedding – are critical to her role helping lead the editorial team. When she’s not testing mattresses or researching CBT-I, she enjoys spending time in the sunshine with her husband and her dogs Pepper and Winston.