Amerisleep and Novosbed are two of the most well-known mattress brands in Canada, and both brands have built up a loyal Canadian customer base. So, what are the backgrounds behind these two mattress companies?

Amerisleep

Amerisleep introduced their first bed-in-a-box mattress in 2010 and were one of the early adopters of the boxed mattress concept. Amerisleep sell five variations of their memory foam mattress based on firmness and have positioned themselves as an eco-technology mattress brand.

Novosbed

GoodMorning.com released their first memory foam mattress, Novosbed, in 2009, making them one of the pioneers of the bed-in-a-box mattress industry. Their innovative culture soon went on to create the now universal idea of the ‘Sleep Trial,’ giving online mattress shoppers a way to bypass the traditional mattress store shopping experience and test out their new bed at home for as long as it actually takes to evaluate a mattress properly.

Delivery, Trial, Returns	Amerisleep	Novosbed
Shipping cost:	USA: Free; Canada: $199 USD	Free shipping
Shipping time:	3–4 weeks	3–10 days
Sleep trial length:	100 nights	120 nights
Return ease:	Company picks up	Company picks up
Refund:	Yes, full refund	Yes, full refund
Additional fees:	No	No

Thanks to modern compression methods and the rising popularity of the bed-in-a-box, mattresses can now be shipped far more efficiently and conveniently than ever before. Customers no longer need to take a day off work to accept a delivery. Boxed beds are now delivered with the same convenience as most Amazon orders. Some bed-in-a-box companies even offer same-day delivery to certain areas.

Amerisleep uses UPS and FedEx to deliver their mattresses directly to customers’ doors throughout most parts of Canada and the United States, while Novosbed uses FedEx to deliver within these regions. In some cases, the mattresses can even be left on a porch or deck while the customer is away from home.

Free shipping on Amerisleep in the contiguous United States, but delivery to Canada includes a $199 USD fee. And since Amerisleep delivers worldwide, shipping times will vary; however, Canadian shoppers can expect their Amerisleep mattress to arrive within 3 to 4 weeks after placing their orders.

Novosbed offers free shipping throughout Canada and the United States, and customers can expect their mattresses to arrive within 7 to 10 days.

Like many bed-in-a-box companies, Amerisleep and Novosbed both heavily promote their sleep trials. With a 120-night sleep trial, Novosbed has one of the longest sleep trials of all mattress brands, while Amerisleep allows their customers 100 days to decide.

However, if a customer wishes to return their Amerisleep or Novosbed mattress within the sleep trial period, each company will arrange to pick up their respective mattress and issue a full refund. There are no additional return or restocking fees for either the Amerisleep or Novosbed mattress.

Out of the Box	Amerisleep	Novosbed
Delivered in a box:	Yes	Yes
Box dimensions:	19” x 19” x 44.5”	19" x 19" x 44"
Box opening:	Scissors required	Scissors required
Box/mattress fitting:	Tight	Tight
Protection layers:	5	2
Expansion time:	3 minutes	3 minutes

Both the Amerisleep and Novosbed mattresses were delivered to us within the expected time frames. Each product was well-protected within the box by heavy-duty plastic to keep the mattress in good condition during shipping.

Each mattress box was sealed with heavy-duty tape. Customers will definitely need scissors or a knife to open the box. To prevent potential harm to your new mattress, remember to be extra careful when using sharp objects to remove any packaging.

Once opened, each compressed mattress is easy to remove from the box. We recommend a ‘tip-and-pull’ motion to slowly slide the mattress out from its cardboard container. Simply tip the box from a vertical position down onto its side, and then pull the lightweight box away from the bundled mattress. It’s most efficient to do this process in the room where you intend to use the mattress.

Both mattresses are protected with multiple layers of heavy-duty plastic – a thick inner layer to keep it compressed in a vacuum seal, and thinner outer layers to keep the mattress tightly rolled in a cylinder shape.

Customers will need to unwrap the outer layers in order to unroll the mattress, which will still be in its compressed form. Some helpful advice at this stage is to place the rolled up mattress onto the designated bed frame. Next, like the end of a roll of tape, find and peel back the outer layer of plastic. You can use the momentum of unrolling the compressed mattress along the bed frame to help remove the rest of this layer, which could be up to a few meters long. After completing this process, the mattress will be lying unrolled before you.

Next, cut the final layer of plastic. The vacuum seal now broken, the mattress will quickly begin to decompress. Remove this final layer of plastic as the mattress expands to its full height. For the Amerisleep, full expansion took 3 minutes. For the Novosbeds, full expansion took 1 to 3 minutes depending on the firmness.

The Amerisleep and Novosbed are both combination foam mattresses. Both are available in multiple firmness options.

Some of the major differences between the Amerisleep mattress and the Novosbeds are the different types of foam used for comfort and support. Each mattress contains comfort, transition, and support layers, and these layers vary slightly in height and density.

Also, each mattress has a unique top cover which showcases the brand’s personality and design aesthetic. Top covers are sometimes washable. Both the Amerisleep and the Novosbeds have machine-washable top covers.

Amerisleep vs Novosbed Mattress Layers

Amerisleep Mattress Layers

The Amerisleep mattress contains three layers of foam:

• The first layer of the Amerisleep AS3 mattress is 3″ of Bio-Pur™ memory foam. This top layer is designed to provide a balance between body support and heat-regulating performance. At a density of 4 lbs/ft³, this qualifies as high-density foam.
• The second portion of the Amerisleep AS3 mattress is a 2″ affinity foam layer. At 1.5 lbs/ft³,  this layer is considered low density. This transitional layer helps with body contouring, pressure-point relief, and prevents a sleeper from sinking too far into the Amerisleep mattress.
• The third and final layer of the Amerisleep AS3 mattress is 7″ of Bio-Core™ support foam. This bottom section serves to maintain body alignment while reducing the likelihood of pressure points from forming. This layer also has a density of 1.5 lbs/ft³.

Novosbed Mattress Layers

Novosbed mattress contains three layers of foam.

Novosbed Soft Mattress:

• First layer: 2 inch of premium airflow foam. This top layer allows for additional airflow, keeping heat from getting trapped near the surface. Foam density: 2 lbs/ft³.

• Second layer: 2 inches of plush serene memory foam. This additional comfort layer provides pressure-point relief and reduces motion transfer. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft³.

• Third layer: 7 inches of premium support foam. This durable bottom layer further eliminates motion transfer by distributing bodyweight and also helps the mattress maintain its structural integrity.

Novosbed Medium Mattress:

• First layer: 1 inch of premium airflow foam. This top layer allows for additional airflow, keeping heat from getting trapped near the surface. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft³.

• Second layer: 2 inches of high-density gel memory foam. This additional comfort layer provides pressure-point relief and reduces motion transfer. Foam density: 4 lbs/ft³.

• Third layer: 7 inches of premium support foam. This durable bottom layer further eliminates motion transfer by distributing bodyweight and also helps the mattress maintain its structural integrity.

Novosbed Firm Mattress:

• First layer: 1 inch of gel memory foam. This top layer allows for additional airflow, keeping heat from getting trapped near the surface. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft³.

• Second layer: 3 inches of high-density memory foam. This transition layer provides additional body contouring and pressure point relief. Foam density: 4 lbs/ft³.

• Third layer: 7 inches of premium support foam. This durable bottom layer further eliminates motion transfer by distributing bodyweight and also helps the mattress maintain its structural integrity.

Amerisleep vs Novosbed Mattress Cover

Amerisleep Mattress Cover

The Amerisleep mattress has a simple two-tone cover, an attractive contrast between a navy blue wall and the white sleep surface above. The five different mattresses are identifiable by how far the white cover descends down the side of the mattress. A zipper along the bottom of the mattress allows you to remove the cover entirely, while one midway along the mattress wall lets you remove just the machine-washable cover for when it needs cleaning. The cover itself is made from a blend of polyester, Celliant® fabric, and spandex, a mixture meant to optimize softness and breathability.

Novosbed Mattress Cover

This distinctive Novosbed cover is an expression of the luxury that lies beneath. The soft sleep surface is woven from a blend of stretch-knit polyester and Tencel®, while the lower side walls are covered with furniture-grade upholstery. This white and chambray-blue exterior is designed not only for an attractive, signature look, but also for functionality.

The top cover is machine washable, with simple cleaning instructions:

1. Zip off the upper portion of the cover;
2. Put in the washing machine on a gentle cycle;
3. Tumble-dry on low, or air dry.

Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious when making purchases. Retailers both in and out of the mattress industry have been incorporating more eco-friendly and ethical policies when selling products and choosing suppliers. GoodMorning.com Inc. carried out a survey in February 2017, discovering that almost 50% of Canadians are willing to spend more money for more environmentally friendly products. Therefore, in every review on Mattress-Reviews.com, we will highlight each mattress company’s green philosophy, as well as how prominent their policies are on their websites.

Feel & Firmness	Amerisleep	Novosbed
Firmness:	5.2 / 10	Soft: 3.2 / 10 Medium: 3.7 / 10 Firm: 5.1 / 10
Edge Support:	4.7 / 10	Soft: 4.7 / 10 Medium: 3.8 / 10 Firm: 5.8 / 10
Motion Isolation:	5.9 / 10	Soft: 7.3 / 10 Medium: 6.8 / 10 Firm: 6.8 / 10
Bounce:	2.9 / 10	Soft: 2 / 10 Medium: 2.3 / 10 Firm: 2.9 / 10

Feel & Firmness

According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the firmness and feel of the Amerisleep AS3 mattress and Novosbed mattresses are very different:

• The Amerisleep AS3 mattress has a medium firmness. It is rated at 5.2 / 10 on the firmness scale, meaning it does have some ‘hug,’ but not an excessive amount.
• The Novosbed soft mattress is rated at 3.2 / 10 on the firmness scale. Novosbed soft mattress does have ‘hug.’
• The Novosbed medium mattress is rated at 3.7 / 10 on the firmness scale. Novosbed medium mattress does have some ‘hug.’
• The Novosbed firm mattress is rated at 5.3 / 10 on the firmness scale. Novosbed firm mattress does not have ‘hug.’

Edge Support

Foam mattresses are not known for their edge support; in fact, it is often one of the main issues customers have when moving from innerspring mattresses to foam. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Amerisleep AS3 mattress and the three Novosbeds have very different edge support ratings:

• The Amerisleep AS3 mattress has average edge support. It is rated at 4.7 / 10 on the edge support scale.
• The Novosbed soft mattress has average edge support. It is rated at 4.7 / 10 on the edge support scale.
• Novosbed medium mattress has below average edge support. It is rated at 3.8 / 10 on the edge support scale.
• Novosbed firm mattress has above average edge support. It is rated at 5.8 / 10 on the edge support scale.

Motion Isolation

Motion isolation in foam mattresses is usually very good and one of the main reasons couples make the switch from innerspring to memory foam. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), motion isolation scores for the Amerisleep AS3 mattress and Novosbed mattresses are all around or above average:

• The Amerisleep AS3 mattress has average motion isolation. It is rated at 5.9 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
• The Novosbed soft mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 7.3 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
• Novosbed medium mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 6.8 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
• Novosbed firm mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 6.8 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.

Bounce

Due to the fact that motion isolation for foam mattresses is generally very good, bounce is generally very low. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the bounce ratings for the Amerisleep AS3 mattress and Novosbed mattresses are all below average:

• The Amerisleep AS3 mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 2.9 / 10 on the bounce scale.
• The Novosbed soft mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 2 / 10 on the bounce scale.
• Novosbed medium mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 2.3 / 10 on the bounce scale.
• Novosbed firm mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 2.9 / 10 on the bounce scale.

Overview	Amerisleep	Novosbed
Price (Queen):	$1,749 USD	$999 USD $1,399 CAD
Available in:	Worldwide	USA, Canada
Made in:	USA, Mexico	USA, Canada
Trial length:	100 nights	120 nights
Warranty:	20 years	15 years
Mattress height:	12"	11"
Number of layers:	3	3
Cover materials:	Polyester, Celliant®, spandex	Polyester, Tencel®
Machine washable:	Yes	Yes
Green policies:	Zero-air emissions manufacturing process	Zero-waste manufacturing; Tencell® textiles
Firmness	5.2 / 10	Soft: 3.2 / 10 Medium: 3.7 / 10 Firm: 5.1 / 10
Edge support:	4.7 / 10	Soft: 4.7 / 10 Medium: 3.8 / 10 Firm: 5.8 / 10
Motion isolation:	5.9 / 10	Soft: 7.3 / 10 Medium: 6.8 / 10 Firm: 6.8 / 10
Bounce:	2.9 / 10	Soft: 2 / 10 Medium: 2.3 / 10 Firm: 2.9 / 10

There are a few factors that immediately stand out after comparing the Amerisleep AS3 mattress and three Novosbed mattresses. Each bed in this Amerisleep vs Novosbed mattress review has similar features, especially with regard to comfort and support. The Amerisleep and Novosbed mattresses each have a distinctive firmness and feel, level of edge support, level of motion isolation, and bounce.

What really elevates one brand above the other are the multiple firmness options of Novosbed. Novosbed is Mattress-Reviews.com’s Top Pick for Premium Mattress under $1,500 CAD. Customers who choose to purchase a Novosbed over an Amerisleep mattress will enjoy a lengthier sleep trial.