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BearvsNolah Original

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

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Bear35% OFF + Free GiftNolah Original30% Off + Choose a Free Gift

Bear

by Bear Mattress · Memory foam

35% OFF + Free Gift

Lifetime · 120-night trial

Nolah Original

by Nolah Sleep · Polyurethane foam

30% Off + Choose a Free Gift

LIFETIME · 120-night trial

Pricing by size

Bear

Twin$748

Twin XL$811

Full (Double)$873

Queen$998

King$1,248

California King$1,248

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	Nolah Original
Type	Memory foam	Polyurethane foam
Launched	1996	–
Brand	Bear Mattress	Nolah Sleep
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	Proprietary memory foam technology & mattress design combines 4 layers of foam: 1" of Graphite-Gel Infused Foam 2.5" of Quick Response Foam 6.5" of Breathable 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	Nolah Original
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold	CertiPur-US®
Other certification info	<p id="">GREENGUARD Gold Certified</p>	–
Sleep trial	120 nights	120 nights
Warranty	Lifetime	LIFETIME
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	Your Bear Sleep Products typically ship from our warehouse within 2-4 business days after your order is completed. Depending on where you're located in the country our Bear Sleep Products will usually arrive at your door in 4-7 business days.	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	Nolah Original
One firmness fits all	Yes	Yes
Select your firmness	No	No
Adjustable firmness	No	No
Half and half firmness	No	No
Flippable / reversible	No	No
Firmness info	While we designed the Bear Mattress to have a solid core support with a nice touch of softness on top for comfort, we would categorize the mattress as a medium-firm. Certain independent reviews for comparison on mattress firmness rate the Bear Mattress a 7.1 on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being most firm.	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	Nolah Original
Layers	Graphite-Gel Infused Foam, Quick Response Foam, Breathable Support Foam.	2" Pressure relief Nolah AirFoam, 1" Latex-Like Support Foam, 7" High-Density Polyurethane Foam, Botanic Origin Tencel Cover.
Cover	Clinically-Proven Celliant® Cover. This specialized, one-of-a-kind cover absorbs the body's natural heat and reflects far Infrared light back to the skin helping your body recover faster and sleep better.	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	No	No
Comfort	Cooler Sleep. Graphite-Gel + high airflow, open cell Response Foam increase cooling and conductivity up to 7x more than traditional foam mattresses. Graphite Gel Foam. Rapidly adapts to each individual's needed support and comfort while infused graphite gel particles promote a cooler night's sleep.	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	Not too firm, not too soft, the Bear Mattress is a perfect blend of cooling comfort, contouring pressure relief and core support designed for all body shapes and all types of sleepers. Offering just the right amount of bounce, Response Foam offers unparalleled pressure relief and pressure mapping for optimal spinal alignment. Support foam strengthens the comfort layers and adds long-lasting durability.	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	Nolah Original
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 10 "	Twin: 10 "
Twin weight (kg)	50	N/A
Twin XL weight (kg)	50	N/A
Full (Double) weight (kg)	60	N/A
Queen weight (kg)	70	N/A
King weight (kg)	90	N/A
California King weight (kg)	90	N/A

FAQs

Bear

Do Bear mattresses last?

Like the average memory foam mattress, you should expect to get at least eight to 10 years out of your Bear mattress.

Are Bear mattresses hot?

In comparison to other all-foam mattresses, the Bear does maintain good temperature neutrality and doesn't get too hot.

Where is Bear Mattress from?

Bear mattresses are proudly made in America.

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 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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