Company Overview	Sealy	Octave
Launched:	1881	2023
Price (Queen):	$3,299 CAD	$899 CAD
Made in:	Canada	Canada
Trial length:	100 nights	365 nights
Warranty:	10 years	15 years

Sealy and Octave are both well-known mattress brands available in Canada. Sealy has a 140-year history, while Octave carries on the legacy of its former brand: Novosbed. So, what are the backgrounds of these two mattress lines?

Sealy

Sealy began in 1881 when cotton gin builder Daniel Haynes began making cotton-filled mattresses. The company survived the Great Depression, and in 1950 partnered with orthopedic surgeons to design the Posturepedic line of mattresses for improved back support. Today, Sealy is part of Tempur-Sealy, the world’s largest bedding company.

For years, Sealy was the gold standard in foam mattresses. More recently, Canadian brands like Octave are manufacturing foam mattresses with the same or better features, and delivering them directly to consumers’ doors for a fraction of the cost of a Sealy.

Octave

Octave is the next step in the evolution of the Novosbed mattress. The Vista, Mirage, and Horizon models are designed to enhance the Canadian sleep experience and provide greater cooling, motion isolation, and pressure relief than the popular Novosbed.

The Octave brand is owned by GoodMorning.com. This direct-to-customer mattress company has sold over 350,000 mattresses across the United States and Canada in the last 10 years. GoodMorning.com maintains an A+ rating on Better Business Bureau and an “Excellent” rating on Trustpilot.

Delivery, Trial, Returns	Sealy	Octave
Shipping cost:	Free shipping	Free shipping
Shipping time:	5–7 days	3–10 days
Sleep trial length:	90 nights	365 nights
Return ease:	Exchange in-store only; no return pickup	Company picks up
Refund:	No, exchange only (minus $65 fee)	Yes, full refund
Additional fees:	Remote delivery	Remote delivery only

It’s more convenient than ever to order a mattress online and get it delivered to your front door. You don’t even have to be home to accept it. A bed-in-a-box makes it easy to try a mattress at home and make sure it’s right for you. Here’s what the delivery process looks like for a Sealy mattress compared to an Octave mattress.

Sealy

Sealy mattresses are delivered by Sleep Country in major metropolitan areas. Sleep Country will ship your mattress in 3–5 business days, but the company does not deliver on weekends. Orders over $75 (before taxes) ship for free. There are some exceptions, though. Expect to pay a $120 shipping surcharge if you live in the Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut, or Newfoundland and Labrador.

The Sealy mattress arrives wrapped in two layers of heavy-duty plastic. It’s already full size, so there’s no expansion time required. However, this means you might find it more difficult to move to the desired room in your home.

Sleep Country’s 100-night sleep trial is average for the mattress industry, but its terms are more restrictive. There are no refunds. You can only exchange the mattress for a different one, with a $65 exchange fee. You also won’t get a refund for the difference if you choose a lower-priced mattress, and you will need to pay the difference for a higher-priced mattress.

In addition, Sleep Country will not pick up the mattress if you want to return it. You have to bring the mattress back to a Sleep Country store yourself, no matter where you live.

Octave

Octave uses FedEx to deliver mattresses by ground throughout most parts of Canada. Orders arrive in 3–10 days. Shipping is free and your mattress is delivered directly to your door. If you live in a remote location, FedEx may transfer your package to a local courier for delivery. Additional shipping costs may apply in this situation.

Octave arrives in a recycled cardboard box and is wrapped in two layers of heavy-duty recycled plastic for added protection. Once unrolled, the Octave mattress fully expands in a couple of minutes and is ready to sleep on the same day it’s delivered.

Octave heavily promotes its risk-free, 365-night sleep trial. This is one of the longest sleep trials in Canada—more than three times as long as Sealy’s 100-night sleep trial. Unlike Sleep Country, Octave will pick up your mattress for free if you return it during the sleep trial period, and the company provides a full refund.

Out of the Box	Sealy	Octave
Delivered in a box:	No	Yes
Box dimensions:	Not delivered in a box	44" x 18" x 18"
Box opening:	N/A	Scissors required
Box/mattress fitting:	N/A	Tight
Protection layers:	2	2
Expansion time:	N/A (already full size)	2 minutes

Both the Octave and Sealy mattress were delivered to us within the expected timeframe. Octave Vista shipped in a white cardboard box, while the Sealy mattress was wrapped in two layers of heavy-duty plastic. You can recycle Octave’s cardboard box, but keep the plastic for both mattresses. This will allow for easier returns—or exchanges only, in Sealy’s case.

Sealy

The Sealy mattress is not a mattress-in-a-box, so it’s shipped to you already fully expanded. It’s protected by two layers of heavy-duty plastic. You can choose between Sleep Country’s standard delivery or the upgraded Green Glove Delivery, which includes setup of the new mattress and removal of the old mattress, along with any packaging.

Octave

The Octave mattress box was sealed with heavy-duty tape. You will need scissors or a knife to open the packaging. To prevent potential harm or damage to the new mattress, be extra careful when using sharp objects to open the box.

The compressed mattress is easy to remove from the box. We recommend a “tip-and-pull” motion to slowly slide the mattress out of its cardboard packaging. Tip the box from a vertical position down onto its side, then pull the box away from the bundled mattress. It’s best to do this in the room where you plan to use the mattress.

Place the rolled-up mattress onto the designated bed frame. Next, like the end of a roll of tape, find where the outer layer of plastic begins and start peeling it back. Use the momentum of unrolling the mattress along the bed frame to help remove this layer.

Finally, cut and remove the final layer of plastic. The vacuum seal is now broken, and the Octave mattress will begin to decompress. The Octave Vista should reach its full height in a few minutes and is sleep-ready on the day it’s unpacked. The mattress will completely decompress within a few days.

Mattress Construction	Sealy	Octave
Mattress height:	11"	12"
Number of layers:	2	3
Comfort layer:	3” Gel memory foam	2″ Copper-infused gel memory foam
Transition layer:	None	2" Premium Elastex® foam
Support layer:	8” Support foam	8” Multi-zone support foam
Cover materials:	Unknown	Polyester, Polythylene
Machine washable:	No	Yes
Made in:	Canada	Canada

The Octave Vista and the Sealy Posturepedic Optimum Chill Trio Dione are both cooling memory foam mattresses, available in Canada in one firmness option. However, that is where the similarities end. Let’s explore the differences between these two mattresses.

Sealy vs Octave Mattress Layers

Sealy Posturepedic Mattress Layers

This 11” mattress (advertised as 10” on the Sleep Country website) has just two foam layers. This is surprising because most other memory foam mattresses have at least one transition layer between the top layer and the support base.

• First Layer: The 3” top layer is made of gel-infused memory foam of unspecified density. The cooling gel is one of the main cooling features of this mattress.
• Second Layer: The 8” base layer is also foam of an unspecified density. Sealy states that this layer provides reinforcement to prevent sagging over time.

Sealy describes its mattress as body contouring, with “generous layers” of liquid gel memory foam that relieve pressure and provide cool cushioning.

However, memory foam mattresses are known for sleeping hot and require advanced cooling features to stay comfortable. The Sealy mattress has minimal cooling features: a top layer of gel memory foam and a mattress cover containing cooling yarns of unknown material composition. It doesn’t seem likely that the mattress could provide enough cooling benefits to offset the heating qualities of memory foam.

Octave Mattress Layers

The 12” Octave Vista is a three-layer memory foam mattress that delivers an exceptional blend of cool, cushioned support. Its numerous cooling features include a nanofibre cover, CopperGel™ memory foam infused with phase-change material, and multi-zone support foam with built-in air channels.

• First Layer: 2” of CopperGel™ memory foam, paired with moisture-wicking PolarMAX® phase-change material. This high-performance layer pulls heat and sweat away from your body for a cooler, more comfortable sleep. As an antimicrobial metal, copper can also help reduce bacteria and maintain the cleanliness of your mattress.
• Second Layer: 2” of premium Elastex® foam. This responsive, body-contouring middle layer feels and responds like natural latex. It adds a little extra bounce to your sleep so you can shift positions more easily.
• Third Layer: 8” of high-density, ultra-durable motion isolation support foam to help you stay asleep, even with a restless partner. This layer also contains air channels to let warm air escape and fresh air flow through.

Sealy vs Octave Mattress Cover

Sealy Mattress Cover

Sealy’s stretch top cover is white with blue and silver accent stitching. The Sealy logo, mattress model, and firmness level are all visible on the bottom half of the mattress. The cover also contains cooling yarn that’s meant to absorb and dissipate heat.

Despite the zipper, the top cover isn’t machine washable. You’ll need to carefully spot-treat any spills or stains.

Octave Mattress Cover

Octave Vista is refreshingly cool to the touch, thanks to CryoFusion™ nanofibres in the top cover. The upgraded models—Mirage and Horizon—contain a higher number of nanofibres, making them even cooler. These nanofibre-infused fabrics have excellent breathability and moisture-wicking properties.

Octave’s mattress cover features a swirling, blue-grey pattern that is unique to each mattress. The removable, machine-washable cover connects to the navy-blue base with a sturdy yet stylish zipper.

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	Sealy	Octave
Feel:	Medium-firm	Medium-firm
Firmness:	6.2 / 10	6.8 / 10
Edge Support:	8.5 / 10	7.5 / 10
Motion Isolation:	7.1 / 10	7.3 / 10
Bounce:	2.9 / 10	3.7 / 10

Feel & Firmness

According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Octave Vista and the Sealy Posturepedic Optimum Chill Trio Dione both have a medium-firm feel. Medium-firm mattresses are a great choice for most Canadian sleepers, as they tend to suit the widest range of body types and sleep styles.

• The Sealy mattress scored 6.2 / 10 on the firmness scale. Sleepers should notice minimal “sink” with this mattress.
• The Octave mattress scored 6.8 / 10 on the firmness scale. That means it will be slightly on the firmer side while striking a good balance of comfort and support.

Edge Support

Foam mattresses are not generally known for their edge support. However, according to third-party engineer testing (commissioned by us), both the Sealy and Octave mattresses have above-average edge support scores.

• The Sealy mattress has excellent edge support at 8.5 / 10. This means you should not have any trouble getting out of bed or sitting on the edge of the bed.
• The Octave mattress has above-average edge support with a score of 7.5 / 10. Sleepers should be able to sit comfortably on the edge of the bed and get up without difficulty.

Motion Isolation

Motion isolation in foam mattresses is usually very good. This is one of the main reasons why many couples switch from innerspring to memory foam mattresses. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Octave and Sealy mattresses provide similar levels of motion isolation.

• The Sealy mattress has above-average motion isolation at 7.1 / 10.
• The Octave mattress has above-average motion isolation, at 7.3 / 10 on the motion isolation scale. Sleepers can expect an undisturbed rest without noticing much movement from the other side of the mattress.

Bounce

Because foam mattresses excel at motion isolation, their bounce ratings are generally very low. According to testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Octave and Sealy mattresses both performed below average for bounce.

• The Sealy Posturepedic Optimum Chill Trio Dione scored 2.9 / 10 on the bounce scale. A score this low means that sleepers could experience difficulty changing sleep positions.
• The Octave mattress is rated at 3.7 / 10 on the bounce scale. This can be attributed to its high motion isolation and foam composition. The layer of premium Elastex® foam will prevent you from getting “stuck” in the mattress, thanks to its springiness and responsiveness. This makes it easier to shift positions or get out of bed.

* Octave was named Canada’s Best Cooling Mattress by Best Health Magazine, which has an existing business relationship with GoodMorning.com.