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Finding the right mattress can be a hassle\u00a0if you go to a mattress store. You lie around on different mattresses<\/a> to find what\u2019s right for you, and if you\u2019re a thorough shopper you probably do this at two or three different mattress stores.<\/p>\n

Nowadays, the process can be simplified by online shopping. And with online shopping comes the idea behind the bed-in-a-box\u2014 finding the best mattress<\/a> online, shipping it to your house in a box, and quickly setting it up. You can find bed-in-a-box\u00a0mattresses in select storefronts as well.<\/p>\n

We created this guide to cover the pros and cons of a bed-in-a-box mattress and the types of mattresses that can be shipped in a box. We also go over how to find a mattress that\u2019s right for you\u2014 no testing in a store needed\u2014 by understanding your preferred sleep position and firmness.<\/p>\n

Best Memory Foam Mattress in a Box: Zoma Mattress<\/a><\/h2>\n

\"Best<\/a>We created the Zoma Mattress to improve athletic performance, but the bed can help you achieve better sleep regardless of your lifestyle. The mattress is 11 inches thick with three layers of foam.<\/p>\n

The top layer is 2 inches of gel memory foam<\/strong>. The cooling gels absorb body heat and cool the mattress, while the memory foam contours to the body for pressure and pain relief. Our Triangulex\u2122 technology<\/strong>\u00a0contains triangle-shaped cutouts in the shoulder and leg areas for extra pressure relief.<\/p>\n

Next is a 2-inch layer of Reactiv\u2122 foam<\/strong>. Reactiv\u2122 is a latex-like material that adds some bounce to the bed.<\/p>\n

The mattress\u2019s support layer is 7 inches of our Support+ foam<\/strong>, which gives the bed its durability.<\/p>\n

Lastly, our mattress cover<\/strong> is made with polyester and a hint of elastane. The elastic cover creates air channels and allows the bed to breathe. It can be removed easily for washing or spot-cleaning. Zoma is also rated as the best memory foam mattress according to Sleep Junkie<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A Zoma Mattress is $799 for a queen size with an attached 10-year warranty and a risk-free 100-night trial. If you\u2019re not satisfied with your mattress after a month, we will issue a full refund.<\/p>\n

Best Hybrid Mattress in a Box: Zoma Hybrid<\/a><\/h2>\n

\"Best<\/a>We designed the Zoma Hybrid<\/a> to offer the same recovery benefits as our classic memory foam model. The hybrid is 12 inches thick and features four layers instead of three.<\/p>\n

The first layer is 2 inches of gel memory foam<\/strong> with Triangulex\u2122 technology. <\/strong>Triangulex\u2122 technology improves the bed’s cooling and conforming abilities, creating a more comfortable sleeping surface.<\/p>\n

The second layer is 2 inches of Reactiv\u2122 foam<\/strong>. Reactiv\u2122 foam makes the bed more responsive, which means the mattress adapts quicker to your movements.<\/p>\n

The third layer is 7 inches of pocketed coils<\/strong>. The coils give the hybrid its structure and support. The packets that encase each coil prevent motion transfer and squeaky sounds, both of which can keep you up at night.<\/p>\n

The fourth and final layer is an inch of supportive foam<\/strong>. The foam base gives the coils an even and supportive surface to push off from, which limits sagging.<\/p>\n

A Zoma Hybrid is $999 for a queen size mattress. Like every Zoma mattress, a hybrid includes a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty.<\/p>\n

Best Cooling Mattress in a Box: Zoma Boost<\/a><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>The Zoma Boost mattress<\/a> is not only one of the most comfortable and cooling mattresses on the market, but it also comes in a convenient and easy-to-manage box. This makes it an excellent choice for those who don’t want to deal with the hassle of traditional mattress delivery and setup.<\/p>\n

Despite its compact packaging, the Zoma Boost doesn’t sacrifice comfort or quality. In fact, it’s designed to provide superior comfort, support, and temperature regulation for a great night’s sleep. Rolling it up in a box simply makes its 15-inch construction easier to carry inside the home and to the bedroom. Let’s take a look at what goes inside the mattress.<\/p>\n

The pillowy surface relies upon an ultra-cool, advanced fabric cover<\/strong> to deliver instant chill upon contact, with its texture soft against delicate skin. The hypersoft quilted foam<\/strong> underneath the fabric ensures a plush cushion, like a cloud that’s been stitched onto the surface.<\/p>\n

The next layer is graphite-infused memory foam<\/strong>, which draws heat away from the sleeper and ushers it swiftly out of the mattress. The memory foam also offers deep compression for full-body pressure point relief.<\/p>\n

Next is Reactiv\u2122 foam<\/strong>, which buoys the body for minimal sinkage and easier movements at night or in the morning. Then the supportive core of pocketed coils<\/strong> offers responsive bounce and structural stability.<\/p>\n

With the Zoma Boost, you can enjoy the luxury and comfort of a high-end mattress in a convenient and affordable package. Like all Zoma mattresses, the Zoma Boost ships free and comes with a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty.<\/p>\n

What Is a Mattress in a Box?<\/h2>\n

To ship a bed-in-a-box mattress, a company rolls up a mattress and compresses it into a box. This makes the mail order mattress<\/a> easier to send to the customer and saves on space in a delivery vehicle. After it\u2019s shipped, the mattress is delivered right to your home.<\/p>\n

Many bed-in-a-box mattresses are foam beds\u2014 memory foam, latex, or polyurethane. Some hybrids are compressed for shipping as well, so you can find high-quality hybrid mattresses in a box<\/a>, but you won\u2019t find many innerspring mattresses sold as a bed-in-a-box. Mattress coils do not compress well, especially if they are thicker coils.<\/p>\n

Does Compression Damage the Mattress?<\/h3>\n

Mattress companies design bed-in-a-box mattresses to be compressed, shipped and unpacked within a reasonable amount of time.<\/p>\n

However, if your mattress is not unpacked within a reasonable amount of time, and is instead left compressed for more than a few months, it may show signs of damage when it\u2019s finally unboxed. If the mattress is damaged, it may not fully expand to its proper shape.<\/p>\n

Your mattress most likely will be fine if it\u2019s left boxed for a few days, but we advise setting it up as soon as possible because the attached warranty may be voided if it\u2019s not unboxed within two or more weeks. Once unboxed, give your mattress a couple of days to expand.<\/p>\n

Setting Up Your Mattress in a Box<\/h2>\n

If you order a bed-in-a-box mattress, then it will be your responsibility to set up your new mattress once it\u2019s arrived at your home. The exception is if you pay for white glove delivery\u00a0and have the delivery team set up your new mattress and haul your old mattress away.<\/p>\n

Instructions for unboxing a mattress can vary slightly by brand, but most of them read something like this:<\/p>\n

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  1. Take the box to your bedroom before opening it. Do not unpack the mattress outside of your bedroom, as the mattress is easiest to carry while it\u2019s still boxed up.<\/li>\n
  2. Once the box is opened, take the mattress out and unroll it on your bed frame or foundation to make sure it fits. Do not remove the plastic cover around the mattress just yet.<\/li>\n
  3. Once you\u2019re certain your mattress fits on its frame or foundation, carefully remove the plastic mattress bag with a cutting tool.<\/li>\n
  4. Remove the plastic mattress bag to let the bed expand. Your mattress needs 8 to 72 hours to finish expanding, although you should be able to sleep on it the first night.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    If your mattress does not fully expand within a week, reach out to customer service. The mattress is most likely defective and you will need to return or exchange it.<\/p>\n

    Buying Online<\/h2>\n

    You\u2019ll find most bed-in-a-box mattresses are available online, and some are sold exclusively online. Online shopping has its pros and cons.<\/p>\n

    Lower price points\u00a0are one advantage of online mattresses<\/a>. An online mattress company typically doesn\u2019t have the overhead costs that come with a storefront (such as renting a building, staffing it, and maintaining it). Fewer overhead costs mean an online mattress company can afford to sell at lower prices.<\/p>\n

    Convenience is another plus to online shopping. It\u2019s easy to compare mattress features and prices by using a search engine, and you can quickly find customer reviews and double-check for any certifications such as CertiPUR-US\u00ae. Then, you can place an order for the mattress you like from the comfort of your house.<\/p>\n

    However, unlike buying a mattress in a store, where you can pick one out and take it home the same day, you need to wait for a bed-in-a-box mattress to be compressed and shipped to your home. This can take several weeks, which can be inconvenient if you need a new mattress sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n

    You might be hesitant about buying a mattress sight unseen, but a 2011 study<\/a>\u00a0suggests that trying out a showroom mattress isn\u2019t as helpful as shoppers think it is. Spending a few minutes on a mattress can\u2019t give you a full idea of what it will be like to sleep on that same mattress every night. If you purchase a mattress with a sleep trial, however, you have the chance to try out your mattress after you buy to make sure it\u2019s the right one for you.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re still uncertain about buying a mattress without testing it beforehand, check the company\u2019s website to see if they have a showroom location near you. Some of the larger bed-in-a-box companies have retail outlets set up in select cities.<\/p>\n

    Mattress Types<\/h2>\n

    There are various types of mattresses<\/a> on the market, but not all of them can be compressed for shipping. Still, you\u2019ll find most of the main types of mattresses can be boxed up and delivered to your house.<\/p>\n

    Foam<\/h3>\n

    Foam beds are the most common type of bed-in-a-box mattress, as the material is easily compressed for shipping. Foam mattresses typically consist of two to four foam layers, with the basic model made up of a top comfort layer and a layer of support foam\u00a0underneath. There are three main types of foam mattresses\u2014 memory foam, latex, and polyurethane foam.<\/p>\n

    Memory Foam<\/h4>\n

    A memory foam mattress<\/a> is one of the best beds to prevent pressure buildup. The material conforms to a sleeper, supporting all parts of the body and taking the pressure off of sensitive areas such as the joints.<\/p>\n

    Memory foam also offers motion isolation superior to any other type of mattress, making it a good choice for sleepers who share a bed. And while the springs of an innerspring or hybrid mattress might creak under movement, a memory foam mattress makes no noise no matter how much a sleeper might toss or turn.<\/p>\n

    The drawback to traditional memory foam is its tendency to retain heat. Mattress brands address this issue by adding cooling gels or other materials such as copper, graphite, or charcoal. Cooling agents absorb or wick away heat through the mattress.<\/p>\n

    The average lifespan of a memory foam mattress is seven years, and high-quality memory foam mattresses can last eight to ten years.<\/p>\n

    Latex<\/h4>\n

    Mattress companies make latex beds either from the sap of rubber tree (for natural latex) or by combining organic compounds (for synthetic latex). Natural latex is manufactured without cutting down the rubber tree or creating pollutants, making a natural latex mattress an eco-friendly option.<\/p>\n

    Latex is bouncy and breathable and conforms well to a sleeper\u2019s body. The material is firmer and more responsive than memory foam.<\/p>\n

    Natural latex is a resilient material and a mattress made with it can last up to 15 years. However, a latex mattress is one of the pricier beds on the market. Sleepers considering a latex mattress should check to see if the mattress is made with natural or synthetic latex, as synthetic latex has a shorter lifespan and is not as environmentally friendly.<\/p>\n

    Latex can have a firm feel, and some sleepers find they sleep better on it with an added pillow top.<\/p>\n

    Polyurethane Foam<\/h4>\n

    Polyurethane foam, sometimes shortened to poly-foam, is a synthetic material often found in budget mattresses<\/a>. It\u2019s an inexpensive foam created from petroleum.<\/p>\n

    A poly-foam mattress can be more affordable than memory foam or latex<\/a> beds. However, the material is often low-quality and prone to relatively quick deterioration. Many poly-foam mattresses also fall short of our recommended thickness of 10 or more inches, which leaves a sleeper without full support.<\/p>\n

    Innerspring<\/h3>\n

    Innerspring mattresses are the traditional mattress and remain a popular choice, even as the mattress market grows more diversified. Innersprings have coil support systems in their base, which allow air to flow easily in and around the coils and through the mattress, keeping the sleeper cool.<\/p>\n

    Although innerspring mattresses are popular, they have some of the lowest scores when it comes to customer satisfaction. They\u2019re also one of the least durable mattress types, with the\u00a0average innerspring lasting about six years. As the coils of an innerspring mattress wear out, the mattress sags and the coils lose support, causing it to become unusable.<\/p>\n

    We advise caution if you\u2019re considering an innerspring mattress that\u2019s packaged as a bed-in-a-box. The bed might have thinner coils to make it easier for the mattress to be compressed. Thinner coils tend to wear out sooner than thicker coils do, so a bed-in-a-box\u00a0innerspring mattress might not be the most resilient of beds.<\/p>\n

    Hybrid<\/h3>\n

    A hybrid mattress has supportive coils and at least three inches of foam. Typically, the coils are wrapped in fabric or foam to prevent motion transfer. Air can slip between the coils to keep a sleeper cool, but a hybrid\u2019s foam layers keep it from being as breathable as an innerspring mattress.<\/p>\n

    Hybrids can offer a mix of bounciness and contouring, thanks to their mix of materials. However, a hybrid\u2019s combination of different parts can make it more expensive.<\/p>\n

    Hybrids have a slightly longer expected lifespan than an innerspring mattress, close to seven years. Like\u00a0innerspring mattresses, hybrids come with the risk of coils sagging as they age.<\/p>\n

    Sleep Styles<\/h2>\n

    You may have noticed you sleep better on your side than on your back\u2014 your preferred sleep position is the one you most often fall asleep and wake up in. Your favorite sleeping position not only influences how well you sleep but should direct you toward your best mattress.<\/p>\n

    Side Sleeping<\/h3>\n

    Sleeping on the right side can reduce pressure on the heart<\/a>\u00a0and prevent neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer\u2019s by helping the brain more effectively dispose of waste proteins<\/a>. However, to make the most of the position, side sleepers need a mattress with the right balance of plush give and support.<\/p>\n

    We recommend a memory foam mattress for side sleepers<\/a>, as its contouring ability can target pressure points in the shoulders and hips. For firmness, we advise side sleepers use a soft to medium mattress.<\/p>\n

    Back Sleeping<\/h3>\n

    Back sleeping keeps your spine in a neutral position through the back\u2019s direct contact with the mattress. Your body weight is evenly distributed, preventing pressure from building up.<\/p>\n

    A medium-firm to firm mattress is best for most back\u00a0sleepers. We recommend a second pillow under the knees, to prevent pressure from building in the lower back.<\/p>\n

    Stomach Sleeping<\/h3>\n

    We advise stomach sleepers to consider a change to side or back sleeping. Sleeping on the stomach night after night can cause chronic back pain and neck pain.<\/p>\n

    Stomach sleeping shifts the body\u2019s center of gravity to the lower torso, which can cause the stomach to sink too deeply into the mattress.\u00a0If the stomach sinks too far, your spine develops an unhealthy arch that places more stress upon it.<\/p>\n

    A stomach sleeper can change their sleep style by using a body pillow or two to stay on their side.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re stuck in the habit of stomach sleeping, we recommend a firm mattress. We also advise using a thin head pillow (or even skip the pillow) and placing a second pillow kept under the stomach to prevent sinkage.<\/p>\n

    Combination Sleeping<\/h3>\n

    Many sleepers don\u2019t rest in one position all night and instead switch between positions as they sleep. A combination sleeper might consider a medium mattress to best act as a middle ground between all sleep styles.<\/p>\n

    Combo sleepers can also train themselves to rest in one position. Sleepers can hold onto a body pillow or attach a tennis ball to the front and\/or back of their sleepwear to better stay in place.<\/p>\n

    Mattress Firmness<\/h2>\n

    You don\u2019t need to lie down on five or six different mattresses to find your perfect firmness. Just consider your personal preferences, sleeping position, and body weight as you shop.<\/p>\n

    The amount of body weight that presses down on a mattress affects its feel. The best mattress for a heavy sleeper<\/a> who weighs more than 230 pounds is a firmer mattress. Conversely, a lightweight sleeper who weighs less than 130 pounds should try a soft mattress<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    We\u2019ve talked about firmness labels such as \u201cmedium-firm\u201d and \u201cmedium-soft.\u201d Companies determine the firmness level of each mattress by using the firmness scale.<\/p>\n

    The firmness scale runs from 1 to 10, with one as the softest possible mattress and 10 as the firmest. Most mattresses range between 3 and 8, as extra soft and extra firm mattresses are unsuited for most sleepers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Firmness Scale Rating<\/strong><\/th>\nFirmness Description<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
    1<\/td>\nExtra soft<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    2 and 3<\/td>\nSoft<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    4<\/td>\nMedium-soft<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    5<\/td>\nMedium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    6<\/td>\nMedium-firm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    7 and 8<\/td>\nFirm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    9 and 10<\/td>\nExtra-firm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Each company interprets the firmness scale differently, so the criteria for firmness options can vary. Take a moment to look at customer feedback and mattress reviews to see if anyone bought a mattress firmer or softer than expected.<\/p>\n

    Beds with edge support have firmer edges to make it easier to get in and out of bed, at the cost of reducing the bed\u2019s sleeping surface. Typically, the best mattresses for hip pain<\/a>, back pain<\/a>, or heavyweight sleepers include edge support.<\/p>\n

    Mattress Sizes<\/h2>\n

    Bed-in-a-box mattresses come in all sizes. Knowing the length and width of each can help you determine if it\u2019s the right fit for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Mattress Size<\/strong><\/th>\nDimensions in Inches<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
    Twin<\/td>\n38 by 75<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Twin XL<\/td>\n38 by 80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Full<\/td>\n54 by 75<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Full XL<\/td>\n54 by 80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Queen<\/td>\n60 by 80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    King<\/td>\n76 by 80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    California King<\/td>\n72 by 84<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Sleep Trial, Warranty, and Return Policy<\/h2>\n

    When you buy a mattress, you\u2019re not just buying the physical mattress. You\u2019re also paying for the attached sleep trial, warranty, and return policy.<\/p>\n

    Our advice is to always buy a mattress that comes with all three policies, as they\u2019re a stamp of the company\u2019s faith in a mattress\u2019s quality.<\/p>\n

    Sleep Trial<\/h3>\n

    Mattress companies offer sleep trial periods to give customers a chance to test their new mattress. Many sleep trials last between 90 to 120 days, but you can find a few that last a year.<\/p>\n

    Warranty<\/h3>\n

    A warranty protects the customer from mechanical and workmanship defects. A mattress warranty can also give you an idea of how long the bed will last if properly maintained.<\/p>\n

    Defects mattress warranties often cover include:<\/p>\n