Layla and Novosbed are two of the most well-known mattress brands in Canada, and both brands have built up a loyal Canadian customer base. So, what are the backgrounds behind these two mattress companies?

Layla

The Layla mattress was launched in 2015, marking the American online retailer’s entrance into the bed-in-a-box mattress space. As expected, the copper-infused memory foam is the key feature in their flagship mattress. Copper flakes are added into the mixture when pouring and creating the foam. Finally, the Layla can be flipped, with different firmness levels on either face of the mattress.

Novosbed

GoodMorning.com released their first memory foam mattress, Novosbed, in 2009, making them one of the pioneers of the bed-in-a-box mattress industry. Their innovative culture soon went on to create the now universal idea of the ‘Sleep Trial,’ giving online mattress shoppers a way to bypass the traditional mattress store shopping experience and test out their new bed at home for as long as it actually takes to evaluate a mattress properly.

Delivery, Trial, Returns	Layla	Novosbed
Shipping cost:	Free in USA; $125 in Canada, Hawaii, and Alaska	Free shipping
Shipping time:	5–10 days	3–10 days
Sleep trial length:	120 nights	120 nights
Return ease:	Company picks up	Company picks up
Refund:	Yes, full refund (excl. shipping fees)	Yes, full refund
Additional fees:	No	No

Thanks to modern compression methods and the rising popularity of the bed-in-a-box, mattresses can now be shipped far more efficiently and conveniently than ever before. Customers no longer need to take a day off work to accept a delivery. Boxed beds are now delivered with the same convenience as most Amazon orders. Some bed-in-a-box companies even offer same-day delivery to certain areas.

Layla uses UPS deliver their mattresses throughout the United States and most parts of Canada, while Novosbed uses FedEx for deliveries in both countries. In some cases, the mattresses can even be left on a porch or deck while the customer is away from home.

Layla offers free shipping in the contiguous United States, but delivery to Canada, Hawaii, or Alaska is subject to a $125 fee. Novosbed offers free shipping throughout Canada and the United States. Customers who order either mattress can expect their delivery to arrive within 10 days after order confirmation.

Like many bed-in-a-box companies, Layla and Novosbed both heavily promote their sleep trials. With 120-night sleep trials, both Layla and Novosbed have one of the longest sleep trials of all mattress brands.

If a customer wishes to return their Layla or Novosbed mattress within the sleep trial period, each company will arrange to pick up their respective mattress and issue a full refund; however, Layla will deduct return shipping fees in the refund amount. There are no additional return or restocking fees for Novosbed.

Out of the Box	Layla	Novosbed
Delivered in a box:	Yes	Yes
Box dimensions:	19” x 19” x 46”	19" x 19" x 44"
Box opening:	Did not require scissors	Scissors required
Box/mattress fitting:	Loose	Tight
Protection layers:	5	2
Expansion time:	3 minutes	3 minutes

Both the Layla and Novosbed mattresses were delivered to us within the expected time frames. Each product was well-protected within the box by heavy-duty plastic to keep the mattress in good condition during shipping.

Each mattress box was sealed with heavy-duty tape. Customers will definitely need scissors or a knife to open their Novosbed, but it is not essential for opening the Layla mattress box. To prevent potential harm to your new mattress, remember to be extra careful when using sharp objects to remove any packaging.

Once opened, each compressed mattress is easy to remove from the box. We recommend a ‘tip-and-pull’ motion to slowly slide the mattress out from its cardboard container. Simply tip the box from a vertical position down onto its side, and then pull the lightweight box away from the bundled mattress. It’s most efficient to do this process in the room where you intend to use the mattress.

Both mattresses are protected with multiple layers of heavy-duty plastic – a thick inner layer to keep it compressed in a vacuum seal, and thinner outer layers to keep the mattress tightly rolled in a cylinder shape.

Customers will need to unwrap the outer layers in order to unroll the mattress, which will still be in its compressed form. Some helpful advice at this stage is to place the rolled up mattress onto the designated bed frame. Next, like the end of a roll of tape, find and peel back the outer layer of plastic. You can use the momentum of unrolling the compressed mattress along the bed frame to help remove the rest of this layer, which could be up to a few meters long. After completing this process, the mattress will be lying unrolled before you.

Next, cut the final layer of plastic. The vacuum seal now broken, the mattress will quickly begin to decompress. Remove this final layer of plastic as the mattress expands to its full height. With both the Layla and Novosbeds, full expansion took 3 minutes or less.

The Layla and Novosbed are both combination foam mattresses. Novosbed available in three different firmness options, while the Layla can be flipped over, giving users the option between medium-firm and medium-soft configurations.

Some of the major differences between the Layla mattress and the Novosbeds are the different types of foam used for comfort and support. Each mattress contains comfort, transition, and support layers, and these layers vary slightly in height and density.

Also, each mattress has a unique top cover which showcases the brand’s personality and design aesthetic. Top covers are sometimes washable, but of these two mattress brands, only the Novosbeds have machine-washable top covers.

Layla vs Novosbed Mattress Layers

Layla Mattress Layers

The Layla mattress contains four layers of foam. The order in which they appear determines whether the mattress is medium-firm or medium-soft.

• The outer layer on either side of the Layla mattress was created to provide an optimal level of comfort and cooling. Infused with copper, these layers help regulate body temperature. Layla has used this material within their mattresses to alleviate one of the major drawbacks of foam: ‘sleeping hot.’ The soft layer comes in at a 3.5 lbs/ft³ density, while the firm layer shown at the top of the image above is just 1” thick but still provides rapid heat transfer, compression support, and antimicrobial properties.
• The second and thickest layer is a 4.5″ tier designed to provide core support at a density of 2 lbs/ft³.
• The third layer of the Layla mattress is 2″ of convoluted support foam. This 1.8 lbs/ft³ foam was designed to maximize air flow and breathability.

Novosbed Mattress Layers

Novosbed mattress contains three layers of foam.

Novosbed Soft Mattress:

• First layer: 2 inch of premium airflow foam. This top layer allows for additional airflow, keeping heat from getting trapped near the surface. Foam density: 2 lbs/ft³.

• Second layer: 2 inches of plush serene memory foam. This additional comfort layer provides pressure-point relief and reduces motion transfer. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft³.

• Third layer: 7 inches of premium support foam. This durable bottom layer further eliminates motion transfer by distributing bodyweight and also helps the mattress maintain its structural integrity.

Novosbed Medium Mattress:

• First layer: 1 inch of premium airflow foam. This top layer allows for additional airflow, keeping heat from getting trapped near the surface. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft³.

• Second layer: 2 inches of high-density gel memory foam. This additional comfort layer provides pressure-point relief and reduces motion transfer. Foam density: 4 lbs/ft³.

• Third layer: 7 inches of premium support foam. This durable bottom layer further eliminates motion transfer by distributing bodyweight and also helps the mattress maintain its structural integrity.

Novosbed Firm Mattress:

• First layer: 1 inch of gel memory foam. This top layer allows for additional airflow, keeping heat from getting trapped near the surface. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft³.

• Second layer: 3 inches of high-density memory foam. This transition layer provides additional body contouring and pressure point relief. Foam density: 4 lbs/ft³.

• Third layer: 7 inches of premium support foam. This durable bottom layer further eliminates motion transfer by distributing bodyweight and also helps the mattress maintain its structural integrity.

Layla vs Novosbed Mattress Cover

Layla Mattress Cover

The Layla mattress has a unique cover design patterned with three-dimensional cubes, stretching across the top surface and extending midway down the side walls. It’s like sleeping on a portrait by M.C Escher, the artist best known for his optical illusions. The white and light grey accents are presented through the use of the zipper, which connects the washable top cover to the base fabric.

When in need of cleaning, the top cover can be zipped off from the base unit and taken to the dry cleaners. One limitation we found with the zipper location for the top cover was that the zipper does not always stay flush on the upper edge of the mattress, especially if a sleeper moves around a lot during the night. Customers who require perfect aesthetics may find this frustrating.

The Layla mattress top cover is quite the composition. Their support staff note that it contains 66% polyester, 30% viscose, 4% poly/lycra, and is woven with the registered Thermogel® cooling agent for added comfort.

Novosbed Mattress Cover

This distinctive Novosbed cover is an expression of the luxury that lies beneath. The soft sleep surface is woven from a blend of stretch-knit polyester and Tencel®, while the lower side walls are covered with furniture-grade upholstery. This white and chambray-blue exterior is designed not only for an attractive, signature look, but also for functionality.

The top cover is machine washable, with simple cleaning instructions:

1. Zip off the upper portion of the cover;
2. Put in the washing machine on a gentle cycle;
3. Tumble-dry on low, or air dry.

Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious when making purchases. Retailers both in and out of the mattress industry have been incorporating more eco-friendly and ethical policies when selling products and choosing suppliers.

GoodMorning.com Inc. carried out a survey in February 2017, discovering that almost 50% of Canadians are willing to spend more money for more environmentally friendly products. Therefore, in every review on Mattress-Reviews.com, we will highlight each mattress company’s green philosophy, as well as how prominent their policies are on their websites.

Feel & Firmness	Layla	Novosbed
Firmness:	Soft: 4.3 / 10 Firm: 6.1 / 10	Soft: 3.2 / 10 Medium: 3.7 / 10 Firm: 5.1 / 10
Edge Support:	Soft: 1.3 / 10 Firm: 5 / 10	Soft: 4.7 / 10 Medium: 3.8 / 10 Firm: 5.8 / 10
Motion Isolation:	Soft: 6.4 / 10 Firm: 6.5 / 10	Soft: 7.3 / 10 Medium: 6.8 / 10 Firm: 6.8 / 10
Bounce:	Soft: 2 / 10 Firm: 3.7 / 10	Soft: 2 / 10 Medium: 2.3 / 10 Firm: 2.9 / 10

Feel & Firmness

According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the firmness and feel of the Layla mattress and Novosbed mattresses span across the same range:

• The soft side of the Layla mattress has a medium-soft firmness. It is rated at 4.3 / 10 on the firmness scale, meaning it does have some ‘hug.’
• The firmer side Layla mattress has a medium-firm feel. It is rated at 6.1 / 10 on the firmness scale, having less ‘hug’ than its flipside.
• The Novosbed soft mattress is rated at 3.2 / 10 on the firmness scale. The Novosbed soft mattress does have ‘hug.’
• The Novosbed medium mattress is rated at 3.7 / 10 on the firmness scale. The Novosbed medium mattress does have some ‘hug.’
• The Novosbed firm mattress is rated at 5.1 / 10 on the firmness scale. The Novosbed firm mattress does not have ‘hug.’

Edge Support

Foam mattresses are not known for their edge support; in fact, it is often one of the main issues customers have when moving from innerspring mattresses to foam. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Layla mattress and the three Novosbeds have very different edge support ratings:

• The soft side of the Layla mattress has below-average edge support. It is rated at 1.3 / 10 on the edge support scale.
• The firmer side of the Layla mattress has average edge support. It is rated at 5 / 10 on the edge support scale.
• The Novosbed soft mattress has average edge support. It is rated at 4.7 / 10 on the edge support scale.
• The Novosbed medium mattress has below average edge support. It is rated at 3.8 / 10 on the edge support scale.
• The Novosbed firm mattress has above average edge support. It is rated at 5.8 / 10 on the edge support scale.

Motion Isolation

Motion isolation in foam mattresses is usually very good and one of the main reasons couples make the switch from innerspring to memory foam. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), motion isolation scores for the Layla mattress and Novosbed mattresses are all above average:

• The soft side of the Layla mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 6.4 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
• The firmer side of the Layla mattress also has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 6.5 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
• The Novosbed soft mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 7.3 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
• The Novosbed medium mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 6.8 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
• The Novosbed firm mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 6.8 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.

Bounce

Due to the fact that motion isolation for foam mattresses is generally very good, bounce is generally very low. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the bounce ratings for the Layla mattress and Novosbed mattresses are all below average:

• The soft side of the Layla mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 2 / 10 on the bounce scale.
• The firmer side of the Layla mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 3.7 / 10 on the bounce scale.
• The Novosbed soft mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 2 / 10 on the bounce scale.
• The Novosbed medium mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 2.3 / 10 on the bounce scale.
• The Novosbed firm mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 2.9 / 10 on the bounce scale.

Overview	Layla	Novosbed
Price (Queen):	$1,099 USD	$999 USD $1,399 CAD
Available in:	USA, Canada	USA, Canada
Made in:	USA	USA, Canada
Trial length:	120 nights	120 nights
Warranty:	10 years	15 years
Mattress height:	10"	11"
Cover materials:	Polyester, viscose, poly/lycra; woven with Thermogel® cooling agent	Polyester, Tencel®
Machine washable:	No	Yes
Green policies:	No mention on the website	Zero-waste manufacturing; Tencel® textiles
Firmness	Soft: 4.3 / 10 Firm: 6.1 / 10	Soft: 3.2 / 10 Medium: 3.7 / 10 Firm: 5.1 / 10
Edge support:	Soft: 1.3 / 10 Firm: 5 / 10	Soft: 4.7 / 10 Medium: 3.8 / 10 Firm: 5.8 / 10
Motion isolation:	Soft: 6.4 / 10 Firm: 6.5 / 10	Soft: 7.3 / 10 Medium: 6.8 / 10 Firm: 6.8 / 10
Bounce:	Soft: 2 / 10 Firm: 3.7 / 10	Soft: 2 / 10 Medium: 2.3 / 10 Firm: 2.9 / 10

Remember, Mattress-Reviews.com is owned, operated, and paid for by GoodMorning.com Inc. and advertises the Octave, Douglas, Juno, and Logan & Cove brands. The following is strictly our competitive opinion:

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There are a few factors that immediately stand out after comparing the Layla mattress and three Novosbed mattresses. Each bed in this Layla vs Novosbed mattress review has similar features, especially with regard to comfort and support. The Layla and Novosbed mattresses each have a distinctive firmness and feel, level of edge support, level of motion isolation, and bounce.

What really elevates one brand above the other are the great edge support and longer warranty of Novosbed. Novosbed is Mattress-Reviews.com’s Top Pick for Premium Mattress under $1,500 CAD. Customers who choose to purchase a Novosbed over a Layla mattress will enjoy a lengthier sleep trial.