Hamuq and Brunswick are two of the top hybrid mattress brands in Canada, and both companies have built up a loyal Canadian customer base. So, what are the backgrounds of these two innovative companies?

Launched in 2016 and based in Toronto, Ontario, Hamuq is one of the of the only Canadian-made mattresses available to order online with springs, foam, and a pillow-top.

Brunswick was introduced by Novosbed in late 2018 as a classic spring mattress, made for modern Canadians. The design, the build, and comfort is meant to seem refreshingly simple and familiar while cherry picking some of the best innovations in modern mattress making (e.g. hemp-based fabric, zoned pocketed springs). The spring-foam hybrid is sold online, compressed in a box, and shipped directly to customers’ doors throughout the country.

Delivery, Trial, Returns	Hamuq	Brunswick
Shipping cost:	Free shipping	Free shipping
Shipping time:	2–6 days	3–10 days
Sleep trial length:	101 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.

Hamuq uses UPS to deliver their mattresses to Canadians. Brunswick uses FedEx. Both mattresses will be delivered directly to customers doors throughout most parts of Canada. In some cases, the packages can even be left on a porch or deck while the customer is away from home.

Shipping times for Hamuq and Brunswick vary. The Hamuq mattress will be delivered within 6 business days, whereas the Brunswick mattress will be delivered within 10.

As with any bed-in-a-box brand, Hamuq and Brunswick heavily promote their in-home sleep trials. Brunswick has the longest sleep trial of both mattress brands at 120 nights. Hamuq offers only 101 nights for their trial period.

If a customer wishes to return their Hamuq or Brunswick within the sleep trial, both mattress companies will arrange to pick up their mattress and issue a full refund. There are no additional return or restocking fees for either product.

Out of the Box	Hamuq	Brunswick
Delivered in a box:	Yes	Yes
Box dimensions:	15" x 15" x 64"	16” x 16” x 63” (Twin - Queen); 16” x 16” x 79” (King, Cal. King)
Box opening:	Required scissors	Required scissors
Box/mattress fitting:	Loose	Tight
Protection layers:	3	4
Expansion time:	2 minutes	6 minutes

Both the Hamuq and Brunswick mattresses were delivered to us within the estimated time frames. Both were well-protected by heavy-duty plastic layers within the boxes to keep the mattresses in good condition during shipping.

The Hamuq mattress and Brunswick mattress boxes were both sealed with heavy-duty tape. Customers will definitely need scissors or a knife to open the box. To avoid harm to the mattress, remember to be extra careful when using sharp objects to opening the packaging.

Once opened, the compressed mattresses are easy to remove from the box. We recommend a ‘tip-and-pull’ motion to slowly slide each 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 set up the bed.

The Hamuq and Brunswick are both protected with multiple layers of heavy-duty plastic. Customers will need to unwrap the outer layers 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 and the new Hamuq mattress or Brunswick mattress will begin to decompress. Remove this final layer of plastic and the mattress should begin to expand to its full height within a few seconds. Both the Hamuq and Brunswick expanded to their full heights in under 10 minutes.

Hamuq and Brunswick are both hybrid mattresses. Both are available only in one firmness option, and are both compressed, rolled and shipped in a box.

Some of the major differences between the Hamuq and Brunswick are the different types of foam used for comfort, contouring, and pressure point relief, as well as the springs used for support. Each mattress contains comfort, transition, and support layers, and these layers vary slightly in height and density.

Also, both mattresses have a unique top cover which showcases each brand’s mattress design. Top covers are sometimes washable, but neither the Hamuq mattress or Brunswick mattress has a machine-washable top cover.

Hamuq vs Brunswick Mattress Layers

Hamuq Mattress Layers

The Hamuq mattress contains three layers:

• The first layer of the Hamuq mattress is 2.5” of cooling gel foam and this is used to provide optimal comfort and temperature performance.
• The second layer of the Hamuq mattress is a 1.5” of memory foam and this is used to provide pressure point relief and body contouring.
• The final layer of the Hamuq mattress is 8” of individually pocketed coils and they are used to help isolate movement and provide support.

Brunswick Mattress Layers

The Brunswick mattress contains five layers:

• The first layer of the Brunswick mattress is a holofibre fill. This fluffy and lightweight material fills the tufting of the cover and gives the mattress its distinct shape and initial softness.
• The second layer is 0.75” of super-soft gel foam. This top layer is notable for its softness.
• The third layer is 1” of cooling gel memory foam. This layer provides further comfort and heat regulation. 
• The fourth layer is 1″ of high-density zoned eco-foam. This layer provides body contouring and pressure-point relief in the neck, shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees. It is divided into three zones with added support in the central section.
• The final layer is 8″ of zoned multi-tempered pocketed springs with a 3-inch foam encasement perimeter. This layer of individually wrapped springs contributes substantially to the mattresses perceived firmness, as well as its levels of support and overall integrity. The spring design prevents motion transfer due to its independent action.

Hamuq vs Brunswick Mattress Cover

Hamuq Mattress Cover

The top cover of the Hamuq mattress is a blend of cotton and felt, white and soft to touch. With a traditional ‘tack-and-jump’ style design often found on hybrid mattresses, the Hamuq cover is simple yet pleasing to the eye. The Hamuq top cover is not machine washable and can be cleaned only through spot cleaning.

Brunswick Mattress Cover

Appearance: The Brunswick mattress has a distinct cover that makes it instantly recognizable among its competitors in the online mattress industry. The white Euro-top cover is tufted in channels from end to end along its top portion and sidewalls. This gently lifts the fabric, making the mattress seem soft and inviting even before you lie down. And most notably, the green checkered gusset spans the full perimeter and gives Brunswick its colour and personality.

Materials: Brunswick’s white cover is a modern blend of polyester, hemp, and spandex. These stretchable and breathable materials are further strengthened by hemp, a material that few other bed-in-a-box mattresses have yet to adopt. Hemp is naturally antimicrobial and has three times the tensile strength of cotton. The Brunswick top cover is not machine washable and can be spot cleaned only.

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. Novosbed 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	Hamuq	Brunswick
Feel:	Medium-firm	Medium-firm
Firmness:	7 / 10	6.2 / 10
Edge support:	7.8 / 10	6.3 / 10
Motion isolation:	6.4 / 10	6.7 / 10
Bounce:	5 / 10	5.6 / 10

Feel & Firmness

According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Hamuq mattress and Brunswick mattresses have a similar firmness and overall feel:

• The Hamuq is a medium-firm mattress. It is rated at 7.0 / 10 on the firmness scale. The Hamuq mattress does not have excessive ‘hug.’
• The Brunswick mattress also has a medium-firm feel, earning a 6.2 / 10 rating in this regard. The Brunswick does not have excessive ‘hug.’

Edge Support

Mattresses containing springs are sought after for their edge support, especially in comparison to foam mattresses. It is one of the issues brought up most often to mattress retailers. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Hamuq mattress and Brunswick edge support scores are fairly similar.

• The Hamuq mattress has above-average edge support. It is rated at 7.8 / 10 on the edge support scale.
• The Brunswick mattress also has above-average edge support. It is rated at 6.3 / 10 on the edge support scale.

Motion Isolation

Motion isolation in hybrid mattresses is usually very good and one of the main shopping considerations for customers who share their bed with a partner. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), motion isolation for the Hamuq mattress and Brunswick are both above average.

• The Hamuq mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 6.4 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
• The Brunswick mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 6.7 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.

Bounce

Mattresses containing springs are known for having a much better bounce when compared to foam mattresses. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Hamuq mattress and Brunswick mattress both offer average bounce.

• The Hamuq mattress has average bounce, earning a 5 / 10 rating.
• The Brunswick mattress also has average bounce, earning a 5.6 / 10 rating.

Overview	Hamuq	Brunswick
Price (Queen):	$949 CAD	$799 CAD
Available in:	Canada	Canada
Made in:	Canada	Canada
Trial length:	101 nights	120 nights
Warranty:	15 years	15 years
Mattress height:	12"	12"
Number of layers:	3	5
Cover materials:	Cotton, felt, polyester	Polyester, hemp, spandex
Machine washable:	No	No
Green policies:	Limiting waste material commitment; Bio-foam	Soy-based eco foam; Hemp fabric; Optimized shipping
Feel:	Medium-firm	Medium-firm
Firmness:	7 / 10	6.2 / 10
Edge support:	7.8 / 10	6.3 / 10
Motion isolation:	6.4 / 10	6.7 / 10
Bounce:	5 / 10	5.6 / 10
Discount:	No discount	SAVE $50

Remember, Mattress-Reviews.com is owned, operated, and paid for by Novosbed Inc. and advertises the Novosbed, Douglas, Recore, Brunswick, and Logan & Cove mattress brands. The following is strictly our competitive opinion:

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There are a few factors that immediately stand out after comparing Hamuq and Brunswick. Each mattress has similar features especially with regards to comfort and support. Each mattress has a distinctive firmness for a one-size-fits-all mattress. Also, each mattress excels in a particular area with regards to edge support, motion isolation, and bounce.

What really makes one brand stand out in regards to the other are the lower price, sleep trial, and innovative materials of Brunswick. Brunswick is Mattress-Reviews.com’s Top Pick for Spring Mattress under $1,000 CAD. Customers who choose to purchase a Brunswick mattress instead of a Hamuq will enjoy a lengthier sleep trial, additional hip support from to the zonal pocketed coils, more cash savings, better motion isolation, and better bounce.