BearvsNolah Signature

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

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Bear35% OFF + Free GiftNolah SignatureUp to $700 Off + 2 Free Pillows

Bear

by Bear Mattress · Memory foam

35% OFF + Free Gift

Lifetime · 120-night trial

Nolah Signature

by Nolah Sleep · Foam

Up to $700 Off + 2 Free Pillows

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 Signature

Twin$1,299

Twin XL$1,399

Full (Double)$1,649

Queen$1,799

King$2,049

California King$2,049

Essential information

	Bear	Nolah Signature
Type	Memory foam	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.	A four layer, flippable construction: (Soft side) 2.5" Cooling Nolah AirFoam 1.5" Deep Supportive High-Resilience Foam 8" Reinforced High-Density Core Foundation Foam 1" Firm Cooling Nolah AirFoam (Firm side).
Video	Bear Mattress Features	–

Certifications & trial

	Bear	Nolah Signature
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.	You will receive your Nolah mattress in 2-8 business days after placing your order. We need a business day or two to craft your Nolah mattress before shipping it with UPS to your front door. UPS shipping takes 1-4 business days depending on your zip.

Firmness & feel

	Bear	Nolah Signature
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.	Plush comfort with firm support. The Nolah Signature is a soft/medium on the firmness scale, rated a 4-5 out of 10.

Construction & materials

	Bear	Nolah Signature
Layers	Graphite-Gel Infused Foam, Quick Response Foam, Breathable Support Foam.	(Soft side) 2.5" Cooling Nolah AirFoam, 1.5" Deep Supportive High-Resilience Foam, 8" Reinforced High-Density Core Foundation Foam, 1" Firm Cooling Nolah AirFoam (Firm side).
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.	Luxurious Organic Cotton Cover When only the purest and best is good enough, we turn to soft luxurious organic cotton. Our Signature organic cotton cover is unbleached and free from harsh chemicals. It stays cool, is breathable, and wick away moisture to keep you comfortable all night.
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.	Nolah AirFoam is guaranteed to sleep cooler than memory foam.
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.	With extra-deep AirFoam pressure relief on hips and shoulders the Nolah Signature 12" mattress is the most comfortable mattress for side, back and stomach sleepers. The soft side is perfect for side and back sleepers, while the firm side is loved by stomach sleepers and people looking for a firm mattress. Nolah AirFoam offers 4x better pressure relief than memory foam and higher durability. The soft side is made especially for side sleepers looking for extra-deep pressure relief on hips and shoulders and back sleepers looking for that "cloud-like" floating feeling. The firm side is made for stomach sleepers and people looking for a firm mattress with the perfect balance of firmness and support.
Posts	Sleep and Wellness Blog Read the latest posts and reviews from Bear. [Read more]	–

Size & weight

	Bear	Nolah Signature
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 10 "	Twin: 12 "
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 Signature

Is Nolah signature flippable?

Yes, the Nolah Signature mattress is flippable, offering two different firmness levels. The softer side is rated around a 5 out of 10, while the firmer side is around a 7-8 out of 10 on the firmness scale.

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

Nolah Signature offers a 30-day trial period. If you're not satisfied with the mattress after this period, you can contact the company for a full refund.

Do Nolah mattresses contain fiberglass?

No, Nolah mattresses are completely free of fiberglass. The company is committed to the comfort and safety of its customers, and all materials used in the mattresses are tested for safety.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Bear vs Nolah Signature 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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