★★★★★

“After a failed back surgery I decided to try a new mattress to see if that could provide some relief. Best buy ever, it has been a life saver for my lower back pain and hip pain! We own two for our house. The dog loves it too!”

-Liza Y., Verified Buyer
02/27/20

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Feel & Firmness

We classify Douglas as a medium-firm mattress, and the engineering report confirms our experience. Firmness is graded on a spectrum, with higher numbers indicating a firmer mattress. At 6.6/10, there is minimal sinkage thanks to a thick motion-isolating support layer. However, sleepers will find that the foam conforms nicely to the body as they settle into the sleep surface. The three responsive foam layers promote gentle contouring and softness while still maintaining proper spinal alignment for all sleep styles.

Edge Support

When compared to other foam mattresses, Douglas earns quite a high ranking for its edge support. Unlike the Helix or Casper mattresses we’ve tested, Douglas experienced a low degree of sinkage when our third-party engineers applied weight to the sidewalls. Mattresses with higher edge support are less likely to collapse when people sit at the sides or foot of the bed. Additional support at the sidewalls makes getting off the mattress more comfortable and is especially helpful for people who may have mobility issues.

Motion Isolation

A primary reason that people love foam mattresses is the superior motion-isolation. Once again, Douglas doesn’t disappoint in this category. Thanks to a thick support zone and responsive transition layer, you will experience little to no motion transfer from one side of the bed to the other. If you share your bed with a partner or pets, investing in a mattress with a high motion isolation score will reduce the likelihood of sleep disturbances.

Bounce

The superior motion isolation and use of specialty foams ensure sleepers experience almost no bounce when laying on the Douglas. Light sleepers generally prefer mattresses with very little bounce because they feel less motion transfer from their sleep partner moving or getting out of bed. If you enjoy a springier sleep surface, a foam mattress is probably not for you.

Douglas proudly promotes its use of eco-conscious materials. If you’re interested in sustainability, you’ll appreciate the efforts the brand has taken to lower its carbon footprint across the entire manufacturing process.

The choice to develop and source environmentally conscious components doesn’t come at a sacrifice to quality. Douglas feels plush and supportive and delivers on the comfort that people have come to appreciate from popular bed-in-a-box brands.

Douglas Mattress Layers

Douglas is a combination foam mattress made up of three specialty foam layers.

• First layer: 2” of cooling gel foam. Douglas’ proprietary cooling gel foam is lighter and less carbon-intensive than conventional memory foams. In addition to having a lower environmental impact, the cooling gel won’t retain heat and circulates air much more freely than some of Douglas’ competitors. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft³.

• Second layer: 2” of Elastex® foam. This transition layer provides spring and support. Many mattresses use latex for similar reasons. The synthetic Elastex® foam is free of the allergy-causing chemicals found in latex. Foam density: 1.85 lbs/ft³.

• Third layer: 6” Motion-Isolation foam. Finally, more than half of Douglas’ height comes from the motion isolation support layer. The density of the foam almost entirely eliminates motion transfer, so you will sleep soundly, even if your bedmate tosses and turns all night long. Foam density: 1.85 lbs/ft³.

Of note: The foam used in Douglas’ comfort layer weighs less than traditional high-density memory foam (which starts at 4 to 5 lbs/ft3). It has a lower petrochemical volume as compared to conventional memory foam. The lighter material has a positive impact on the environment in the form of a lower carbon footprint while still providing the same tactile benefits of denser foam.

Douglas Mattress Cover

The plant-derived CoolSense® cover is made from sustainable Tencel® fibers that draw moisture away from the surface. The cover’s natural breathability also helps to improve air circulation throughout the mattress layers.

When it comes to care and general upkeep, the top cover has a 360° zipper for easy removal. The cover is spot-clean only (scrub with a mild fabric cleaner or baking soda). Once the cover has been cleaned, it can be reattached in seconds without having to lift or move the mattress.

Douglas is part of GoodMorning.com, an independent online mattress retailer that operates in the United States and Canada.

Released in 2017, Douglas is GoodMorning.com’s answer to the one-firmness-fits-all model that has become increasingly popular in recent years. Douglas has benefited from the experience of its parent company’s first mattress, Novosbed. Built using eight years’ worth of engineering data and customer feedback, Douglas is a thoughtfully designed all-foam mattress offered at a great low price.

This made-in-USA mattress openly positions itself as an eco-conscious alternative to other direct-to-consumer mattresses. Douglas mattresses sold in the US are manufactured in Pennsylvania. The company uses plant-based materials and foam with a less carbon-intensive manufacturing process than many of its competitors.

Douglas uses FedEx to deliver their mattresses directly to customers’ doors throughout most parts of the United States. The shipment can even be left on a porch or deck if you are away from home. Shipping is free for the majority of Americans, but there is a fee for customers in California, Hawaii, and Alaska. The order ships by ground, and you’ll receive your bed within 10 days. Douglas is also available in Canada.

How long is the Douglas sleep trial?

At 120 nights, the Douglas sleep trial is much longer than the more typical 100 nights. The company also arranges to pick up returns for free within the sleep trial period and will issue a full refund.

What happens to returned mattresses?

Returned Douglas mattresses are either donated to nearby community organizations or picked up by a local recycling partner, depending on regional restrictions.

How will the Douglas mattress arrive?

The Douglas mattress is delivered in a cardboard box that is 45 inches tall and 18 inches wide. If there is slight wear-and-tear to the box during shipment, there is no need to worry. The mattress is fully protected from the elements with two layers of heavy-duty plastic – one to form the vacuum seal, and another to keep it tightly rolled in a cylinder shape. If there is damage to your mattress, Douglas has a very responsive customer service team that is available to help work out any product issues.

Can you sleep on Douglas the first night?

Yes! Douglas fully expands in two minutes and is ready to sleep on the same day it’s delivered.

There’s a reason Douglas placed so highly on our list of best mattresses. Find out why we scored Douglas as one of our top picks and how it could have achieved an even higher rating.

We hire 3rd-party engineers and use public data to rate mattresses on over 25 criteria.

When it comes to cost, comfort, quality, and convenience, you can’t go wrong with Douglas. Carrying on the legacy of its sister brand, Novosbed, Douglas is an all-foam mattress delivering an exceptional sleep experience, but at an even more affordable price point.

Douglas received top scores for its use of high-quality, eco-conscious materials, overall comfort, and excellent value. With a starting price of $599 for a made-in-USA mattress, Douglas is one of the most affordable brands in its category.

We recommend Douglas for sleepers who want the body-contouring comfort of memory foam but require more support and firmness across the entire sleep surface.

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