Emma Original Mattress Review: Top 10 Things We Love
The fact that Emma, the sleep company famous in Europe and Australia, present in more than 26 countries, is also present in the U.S. is not surprising. What is intriguing is that their flagship mattress has been adapted to the specific needs of sleepers in each region. Thus, when you read an Emma Original mattress review, make sure it refers to the model available in your country. We were curious to see what the U.S. and Canada Emma Original has to offer. Check out our findings and the top ten things we love below!
1. 100% Made in America
Upon carefully studying sleepers’ preferences around the world, the European company’s research and development team realized that people in different countries have different needs and expectations of their mattresses. They adjusted their flagship mattress to meet the needs and preferences of sleepers in each region. They also localized production to lower costs and provide better value for the money. The Emma Original mattress selling in U.S. and Canada is currently produced in Mexico, following the highest safety and quality standards.
2. Free of Fiberglass & Harmful Substances
The Emma Original mattress is made with CertiPUR-US certified foams. This means it doesn’t contain any ozone depleters, toxic flame retardants, heavy metals like mercury or lead, formaldehyde, or phthalates. It is also low in volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions, allowing for better indoor quality.
A great thing about the Emma mattress that reviews rarely mention is that they’re fiberglass free. You’ve probably heard about the health hazards posed by mattresses containing fiberglass and the related lawsuits. You don’t need to worry about anything like that with the Original, as it’s 100% fiberglass free.
If you care about the environment and animal welfare, we have even more good news: Emma’s mattress is vegan and eco-friendly so, by using it, you won’t be harming anything and anyone. The company is always looking to optimize production processes so as to protect the environment.
3. Great Trial Period and Terms
In this day and time, a mattress is an important acquisition. On one hand, your sleep and comfort, and with them, your health and well-being depend on it. On the other hand, the hefty price tag takes its toll on your budget. You have to make the most of your investment.
One way to do that is by looking up feedback like this Emma Original mattress review. The other way is to make sure that, if you’re not happy with the mattress you buy, you can get your money back. That’s where the trial period comes in – it lets you test your acquisition risk-free.
With Emma, you have an entire year to sleep on your new mattress and decide if it’s right for you. If you don’t like it, you can just return it, no strings attached. Both the initial shipping and the return are free. You also have a 10-year warranty, so no reason to worry about manufacturing defects, sagging, or premature wear and tear.
4. Cooling and Breathability
Do you fear night sweats? Don’t! With Emma’s foam mattress, they’re not an option. I was a bit disappointed when I learned it doesn’t contain cooling gel memory foam because I somehow associated mattress cooling properties with gel infusions. Well, Emma’s mattress doesn’t contain gel foams but their sleep experts found a way to match and exceed the cooling effect.
They designed a special climate fiber UltraDry Cover that regulates body temperature and ensures excellent breathability. It’s also moisture-wicking and extremely practical (can be removed and washed). Underneath, there’s an Airgocell foam layer with active cooling technology and excellent breathability that dissipates body heat and creates the premises for a cool and comfortable sleep.
At the time of this review, the Emma Original is endorsed as one of the best cooling mattresses by the editors of The Strategist and The Sun. If they found it cool enough to top the over 100 brands battling for supremacy in the U.S., I’m inclined to trust their word.
5. Support and Motion Isolation
Besides cooling properties, the Airgocell foam layer mentioned earlier comes with point-elasticity. This means it is elastic enough to relieve pressure and adjusts to the body’s contours, preventing empty spaces between the mattress and the body. Thanks to it, the mattress adapts to the sleeper’s body perfectly, ensuring optimum spinal alignment, zoned support, and pressure relief in sensitive areas like the hips, back, and shoulders.
There’s more! Underneath the Airgocell foam layer, there’s a HALO® 3-Zone memory foam layer. It not only supports the body and relieves pressure in all the key areas, but it also isolates motion. No more waking up in the middle of the night from the partner’s tossing and turning, for sure!
Next comes an HRX (HighHigh Resiliency Extra) foam layer. It uses 5 adaptive cut-outs and more than 100 supportive points to distribute body weight evenly and reduce pressure. It also provides durability and prevents sagging. The result is a durable and comfortable 11” mattress that you’ll love sleeping on.
6. Edge Support
As sleepers began to understand the importance of edge support, Emma’s experts found a way to ensure it. They reinforced the edge perimeter. Side sleepers should therefore be safe on the Original. Getting in and out of the bed should be easy, too, and the overall sleeping experience should be positive. You’ll still find an occasional Emma Original mattress review saying that there is room for even more improvements, so, hopefully, we’ll see some upgrades there soon!
7. Firmness Level
Emma’s mattress is medium firm (5/10). This makes it great for side sleepers, children, and all those who prefer a huggy mattress. It may not be firm enough for back sleepers, though. If you’re in the market for a new mattress, it’s important to choose the right mattress for you, with a firmness level suitable for your needs and preferences. No mattress can be great for absolutely everyone!
8. Beds & Bedding
This is the part where I feel they could do better. At this point, U.S. buyers can pair the mattress either with an Emma adjustable base (basic and pro versions available) or a rustic wooden bed. Canadians have only one option, an elegant Emma upholstered bed frame. Mattress protectors are an option for buyers in both countries. It’s a shame that the Emma Original foam pillow is only available in Canada! They would have been a nice addition to U.S. bedrooms too.
They’re not available in Emma’s stores, but it’s important to keep in mind that the Original is compatible with Murphy beds and trundle beds too. This makes the mattress a great option for families with kids, college students, and anyone looking to save space without compromising sleep comfort and quality.
9. Mattress Reviews Summary
We always recommend reading buyer and 3rd party reviews before buying. Checking the ones available for Emma ourselves, we were quite impressed. From Amazon to reviews syndication platforms and social media, the general consensus is that Emma is a great brand, with great products. You will find occasional reports of less than optimal experiences. There’s also some feedback from buyers who discovered too late that they needed a different firmness or thickness.
10. Price & Value for the Money
At the time of this Emma Original mattress review, the queen size sells for $745 in the U.S. and 745 CAD in Canada. That’s more affordable than most of the popular brands, especially taking into account the specs and great sleep experience. Sure, some competitors include free accessories in this price, but we all know that nothing in this world is actually free. And when you correlate the price with the specs and brand reputation, everything indicates a great deal.
To sum up, if you’re in the mattress for a new market and the medium firmness matches your sleep position and preferences, the Emma Original mattress is an excellent choice. Although not that famous in the U.S., Emma The Sleep Company remains the #1 D2C mattress brand globally, with over 75 awards and over 4 million happy sleepers. It will be interesting to see how long it will take them to conquer the North American market!
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Ella O
Philosopher, sociologist, and content writer with over a decade of experience and thousands of products reviewed, Ella loves to share her experience and observations with the world.