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Bear Star HybridvsNolah Original

Which one is best for you? Bear Hybrid vs Nolah Original - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress

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Bear Star Hybrid35% OFF + Free GiftNolah Original30% Off + Choose a Free Gift

Bear Star Hybrid

by Bear Mattress · Hybrid (coils and foam)

35% OFF + Free Gift

Lifetime · 365-night trial

Nolah Original

by Nolah Sleep · Polyurethane foam

30% Off + Choose a Free Gift

LIFETIME · 120-night trial

Pricing by size

Bear Star Hybrid

Twin$1,298

Twin XL$1,398

Full (Double)$1,498

Queen$1,732

King$2,132

California King$2,132

Nolah Original

Twin$999

Twin XL$1,199

Full (Double)$1,349

Queen$1,449

King$1,749

California King$1,749

Essential information

	Bear Star Hybrid	Nolah Original
Type	Hybrid (coils and foam)	Polyurethane foam
Launched	1996	–
Brand	Bear Mattress	Nolah Sleep
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	The Bear Star Hybrid is designed to offer a luxurious, traditional mattress feel using individually wrapped coils and premium foams. Made with 5 layers: Moisture wicking, cool to the touch hand-quilted cover Copper-infused Memory Foam Responsive Comfort Foam Individually encased coils High-Density Support Foam	10" Tall 3-Layer High-Resilience Polyurethane Foam Construction: 2" Pressure relief Nolah AirFoam 1" Latex-Like Support Foam 7" High-Density Polyurethane Foam Botanic Origin Tencel Cover.
Video	Bear Mattress Features	–

Certifications & trial

	Bear Star Hybrid	Nolah Original
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold	CertiPur-US®
Other certification info	<p id="">GREENGUARD Gold</p>	–
Sleep trial	365 nights	120 nights
Warranty	Lifetime	LIFETIME
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	Estimated delivery: 7-10 business days. Ships FREE via FedEx. The Bear Star Hybrid is constructed in and shipped from Wisconsin, US, so delivery times may vary depending on its final destination. The mattress is compressed, vacuum sealed and rolled into a box that is 45" x 20.5" x 20.5". We recommend that two people set up your Bear Star Hybrid mattress.	We ship via UPS Ground to the 48 contiguous states. Each Nolah Mattress is built to order and shipped from our factory within 1-5 days of purchase, with an additional 3-4 days of transit time before it arrives at your front door.

Firmness & feel

	Bear Star Hybrid	Nolah Original
One firmness fits all	No	Yes
Select your firmness	No	No
Adjustable firmness	No	No
Half and half firmness	No	No
Flippable / reversible	No	No
Firmness info	–	It's designed to be universally comfortable with a medium firmness that can fit any sleep preference, body weight, and shape. It's not too firm, not too soft, but just right and a 5.0 on the 10.0 firmness scale. This perfect feel is achieved by our Nolah AirFoam™ that has the bouncy support of Latex and gentle body contouring of Memory Foam.

Construction & materials

	Bear Star Hybrid	Nolah Original
Layers	Copper-infused Memory Foam, Responsive Comfort Foam, Individually Encased Coils, High-Density Support Foam	2" Pressure relief Nolah AirFoam, 1" Latex-Like Support Foam, 7" High-Density Polyurethane Foam, Botanic Origin Tencel Cover.
Cover	Moisture wicking, cool to the touch hand-quilted cover combines HydroCool® technology, plus Celliant® fiber to create a cool and fast drying sleep surface that improves your overall well-being every night.	Botanic Origin Tencel Cover New snow-white Tencel cellulosic cover of botanic origin defines a new standard of sustainability and natural sleep comfort.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	Yes	No
Comfort	Sleep Cool and Breezy Sleep easy with a heat-conductive copper-infused comfort foam, layered with innerspring coils and Sleep Recovery Technology™ for a cool-to-the-touch sensation. Stay cool throughout the night	The Nolah Mattress also sleeps cooler because Nolah is 100% temperature neutral and made entirely without the use of heat-trapping viscoelastic chemicals. Cooling Nolah AirFoam The top 2" of this cooling foam mattress is not temperature sensitive, unlike Memory Foam, so it sleeps cooler and contours better to your body.
Support	Full Support from Edge to Edge Extra strong edge coils allow for enhanced edge support along the perimeter of the mattress. Supportive edges reduce roll-off	The Nolah Mattress is scientifically proven to provide 4X times less peak pressure on the hips, shoulders and back area compared to high-end memory foams. With a supportive bounce and zero motion transfer, you're are guaranteed to enjoy a deep, restorative sleep every night. Supportive Avena® Foam 1" support layer that's stronger and more durable than Latex. It also provides a healthy and responsive bounce to keep you sound asleep all night.
Posts	Sleep and Wellness Blog Read the latest posts and reviews from Bear. [Read more]	–

Size & weight

	Bear Star Hybrid	Nolah Original
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 13 "	Twin: 10 "
Twin weight (kg)	60	N/A
Twin XL weight (kg)	60	N/A
Full (Double) weight (kg)	80	N/A
Queen weight (kg)	110	N/A
King weight (kg)	140	N/A
California King weight (kg)	140	N/A

FAQs

Bear Star Hybrid

What type of sleeper will enjoy the Star Hybrid?

The Star Hybrid mattress is versatile and suits a wide range of sleepers. Whether you sleep on your back or switch positions, this mattress offers a balance of softness and support. It features a foam-quilted cover and additional foam layers infused with gel and copper, along with a robust coil system at the base. It's particularly recommended for side sleepers, combination sleepers, and couples of various sizes and sleep positions.

How would you rate the firmness of the Star Hybrid?

The Star Hybrid is rated as a medium-firm mattress, with a firm core support and a plush, hand-tufted top that provides a floating-on-a-cloud feeling. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being most firm, the Bear Hybrid is categorized as a 6.8.

Is the Star Hybrid made in the USA?

The Star Hybrid is made in the USA using both foreign and domestic components. It is built with CertiPur-US Certified foams and is GREENGUARD Gold Certified to ensure high-quality materials and healthy indoor air quality.

Nolah Original

Can you flip the Nolah Original mattress?

No, the Nolah Original mattress is not designed to be flipped. It should be used with the base layer at the bottom and the AirFoam on top.

What if I don't like my Nolah Original mattress?

If you are not satisfied with your Nolah Original mattress, you can return it for a full refund. However, you should try the mattress for 30 days before contacting the company for a return.

Is Nolah a good mattress?

Yes, the Nolah Original is a highly-rated mattress. It is a soft, pressure-relieving mattress that is a great fit for side sleepers and those with pain issues.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Bear Hybrid vs Nolah Original mattress comparison. We have tried to compare all the necessary information to help you choose which mattress is the most suitable for you.

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