Vibe Gel Memory Foam Mattress - 12-Inch King Size Bed-in-a-Box, CertiPUR-US Certified Cooling Mattress with Pressure Relief

I bought this mattress in 2020, and after five years, I'm sharing an honest review focused on its durability and long-term performance, not just initial impressions. The mattress arrived boxed, expanded fully within hours, and has been comfortable since day one, with no issues like mashed corners or foam dips. While some mention fiberglass concerns, I've had no problems, especially since I used an encasement from the start—a simple, cost-effective way to protect it. The bed offers a firm yet plush feel, cradling you while providing solid support, though comfort varies by personal preference. It stays cool and has remained stable for five years, only recently showing minor wear, which I attribute partly to my size. For under $500, its longevity is impressive compared to pricier options. Ensure a solid base or closely spaced slats for maintenance. Even with a price increase, I recommend this mattress as a quality, worthwhile purchase, advising consideration of size, weight, and care.

Update 2025: After nearly five years of use, this mattress remains excellent with no signs of wear, prompting us to purchase another for our guest room. It offers outstanding value, often outperforming options costing two to three times more. For any inquiries, the customer support team is highly responsive and dedicated to ensuring satisfaction. Review 2020: Following extensive research and a 10-night trial at a friend's home, we were impressed and purchased the Vibe mattress. It is accurately described as medium-firm, though perceptions vary based on previous bedding. With two inches of pressure-relieving foam, it provides softness for hips and shoulders while offering firm back support, making it ideal for all sleeping positions. Compared to Tempurpedic, it feels less hard, and it surpasses our past inner-spring mattresses in comfort, despite their higher cost. Initially, there was a slight odor that dissipated after airing out for a few days. The mattress expanded fully within a day, but we recommend waiting several days for optimal firmness and odor reduction. Based on reviews and personal experience, this mattress delivers performance that rivals those four to five times more expensive. Update a few months later: The odor has almost vanished. We've used it in the guest room and plan to move it to the master bedroom due to its superior comfort. Update June 2021: Now our primary bed, the Vibe provides excellent back support and minimal motion transfer. Despite a price increase, it remains a remarkable bargain and the best bed we've owned.

Updated on December 21, 2018: I'm still enjoying this mattress. To achieve my preferred softness, I added a Kohl's "Big One" mattress topper, as the mattress was firmer than I initially liked. Some reviews mentioned indentations, but at 170 lbs, I haven't experienced this; the mattress quickly regains its shape when I move. Overall, I remain impressed—it's firm but perfect with the topper, providing good sleep and staying cool. I was hesitant to buy a gel memory foam mattress online, but after comparing store prices, I took a chance and am very pleased with my king-size purchase. Plushness is subjective, so it's hard to rate universally. I replaced a 6-year-old foam mattress that became too hot for me in Florida, causing night sweats. This new mattress expanded to 12 inches in about four hours on a king platform bed with bungee boards, with no odor despite some reviews noting this issue. The packaging was excellent, even though the box arrived slightly damaged, and I managed to handle setup easily in my late 50s. After three weeks of use, I found it offers ideal back support while being plush enough to sink into slightly, with indentations disappearing immediately. It helps reduce night sweats without being overly cooling, and the edges provide firm support for sitting. The cover is beautiful and high-quality, though I use an additional mattress cover for protection. Buying online was intimidating due to return concerns, but this mattress is a keeper, significantly improving my sleep quality.