Feel & Firmness

The engineers gave Apollo a firmness rating of 4.2 out of 10, which means that an average-weight individual will sink slightly into the cushioning upper layers. This is the sign of a classic memory foam mattress, where body contouring and pressure relief are the desired features.

However, this firmness score is more representative of sinkage than the overall feel of the mattress.

Since Apollo feels fully supportive throughout – evidence of its robust base layers – most sleepers find Apollo to be a medium or medium-firm mattress.

Edge Support

Apollo earned a 3.1 out of 10 rating for edge support, which might seem low at first compared to other mattresses we’ve reviewed on this website. However, like the firmness rating, this score also requires some interpretation.

Above its robust base layers, Apollo has one inch of micro-coils that extend entirely across the mattress. Because they aren’t walled off with long sections of rigid foam as they are in most other hybrid mattresses, this central layer allows for the easy passage of air. This creates a central breezeway that regulates temperature and keeps the mattress cool. The compression of the coils acting together with the four inches of premium memory foam above result in more overall compression than a more rigid mattress, resulting in a lower overall edge support rating. However, this is a natural result of the cushioning memory foam effect many sleepers absolutely love, and nothing to be off-put by.

Overall, the edges of Apollo sink in further for localized pressure (like sitting on the edge of the bed), but this effect is not noticeable when the weight is spread out, meaning that Apollo properly supports you even when you are lying down near the edge of the bed. For a video demonstration of someone sitting on the edge of the Apollo mattress, please see the ‘Edge Support’ section of the Apollo product page.

Motion Isolation

If you share your bed with a partner and you don’t wish to disturb their sleep each time you shift around in bed (or have them disturb yours), then you couldn’t find a more peaceful mattress than Apollo. That’s no exaggeration. The engineers gave Apollo an 8.6 out of 10 rating for motion isolation. This means that Apollo is the highest rated mattress for motion isolation out of over 60 popular mattress brands tested. Rated higher than Casper. Rated higher than Tempur-Pedic Cloud Supreme. And rated higher than its closest competitor in design, Simba.

It’s pretty easy to understand why Apollo ranks above all other mattress in this category. It is topped with four inches of premium memory foam and an additional layer of pocketed micro-coils. Each of these responsive layers helps to absorb and neutralize even the most subtle of movements before they can spread across the surface of the mattress. Beneath them, the seven inches of support foam provides the solid foundation required for the comfort layers to perform at the peaks of their potential.

Bounce

You wouldn’t expect a mattress with such a high motion isolation score to be very bouncy. And with Apollo, you’d be right!

The engineers gave Apollo a score of 2.0 out of 10 for bounce. This puts the mattress right in the same part of the spectrum as other memory foam brands, sitting between Tempur-Pedic Cloud Supreme (1.7) and the Serta Comfort TempActiv II (2.1). It’s worth pointing out that Apollo sells for over $1,500 CAD less than either of those two models.

Though Apollo might not be as springy and reactive as a traditional innerspring mattress, you shouldn’t be worried about getting stuck in bed. Due to its strong and supportive base layers, it is easy to move around and lift yourself up off the mattress.

Apollo is a rare type of memory foam hybrid. Unlike most other hybrid mattresses which have a tufted top cover and a pocket-coil base, Apollo has a foam base and central layer of micro-coils. Apollo also shares the tight-top design of other memory foam brands like Tempur-Pedic and Serta iComfort, as well as most mattress-in-a-box brands.

Apollo Mattress Layers

Apollo is a single-firmness mattress made up of five layers of foam and steel coils. Each layer has unique qualities which combine to create the distinctive comfort and performance of the mattress:

• First layer: 2 inches of high-density CopperGel™ memory foam. This cushioning top layer is infused with two cooling agents – micro gel beads and antimicrobial copper. It contributes to the immediate pressure relief and slow body contouring you experience as you lie down on the mattress. Foam density: 3.6 lbs/ft³.

• Second layer: 2 inches of 5G open-cell memory foam. It works with the layers above and below to reduce motion transfer. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft³.

• Third layer: 1 inch of Aeroduct pocketed micro-coils. These individually pocketed coils provide precision pressure relief and motion isolation. Since they extend to the outer perimeter of the mattress, they also facilitate airflow throughout the mattress, helping to keep the Apollo at just the right temperature. (Early generation memory foam beds were known for overheating.)

• Fourth layer: 1 inch of high-density support foam. This is the first of two similar base layers that Apollo uses to provide consistent support across the bed. This limits sinkage to the ideal depth – enough to accommodate the needs of side sleepers and curvier body types, but not so much that it puts a strain on muscles or affects proper spinal alignment. Foam density: 1.8 lbs/ft³.

• Fifth layer: 6 inches of high-density support foam. While the first base layer acts as a transition between the steel micro-coils and the thicker base layer below, this larger layer makes up the foundation of the mattress. Not only does it ensure the longevity of the upper mattress layers, but it supports your body and may help you avoid waking up with unnecessary back pain. Foam density: 1.8 lbs/ft³.

Of note: The second layer is completely surrounded by a three-inch wall of edge support foam. More rigid than the interior memory foam, this feature makes it easier to sit along the edge of the mattress. It does this without affecting the comfort of the edge of the bed or creating a noticeable transition beneath the top comfort layer.

Apollo Mattress Cover

Apollo’s PolarMax™ cover is worth a closer look. Made with moisture-wicking fabrics, this channelled cover also contains high-tech yarns that make the cover noticeably cool to the touch. In fact, if you place one hand on the white cover and another hand on a separate fabric, you’ll notice the difference in temperature immediately. Even beneath a bedsheet, this makes for a refreshing first impression as you lie down.

Do you want to keep your mattress cover feeling clean and fresh? Apollo’s top cover is removable and machine washable.

How to clean the removable top cover:

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

Apollo uses FedEx to deliver their mattresses directly to customers’ doors throughout most parts of Canada. The shipment can even be left on a porch or deck if you are away from home. Shipping is free for the majority of Canadians, but fees may apply for some remote locations. The order ships by ground from Quebec, which means you’ll receive your bed in 1 to 4 days in the East and a maximum of 10 days in the West. Apollo does not ship to the United States.

How long is the Apollo sleep trial?

At 120 nights, the Apollo sleep trial is one of the longest in Canada. The company also arranges to pick up returns for free within the sleep trial period and will issue a full refund.

What happens to returned mattresses?

Returned Apollo mattresses are either donated to nearby community organizations or picked up by a local recycling partner, depending on regional restrictions.

How will the Apollo mattress arrive?

The Apollo mattress is delivered in a cardboard box about the size of a hockey bag. If there is slight wear-and-tear to the box during shipment, there is no need to worry. The mattress is fully protected from the elements with two layers of heavy-duty plastic – one to form the vacuum seal, and another to keep it tightly rolled in a cylinder shape. If there is damage to your mattress, Apollo has a very responsive customer service team that is based in Canada and available to help work out any product issues.

Can you sleep on Apollo the first night?

Yes! Apollo fully expands in up to 30 minutes and is ready to sleep on the same day it’s delivered.

Looking for a mattress with a longer sleep trial? Check out Octave.

Looking for a premium mattress at an attractive price? Learn more about Octave.

There’s a reason Apollo placed so highly on our list of best mattresses. Find out why we scored Apollo as one of our top picks and where it could improve.

We hire 3rd-party engineers and use public data to rate mattresses on over 25 criteria.

Apollo is a compelling option for sleepers who want an innovative and feature-rich hybrid mattress.

At $1,249 CAD for a queen size, most shoppers would not classify Apollo as a ‘value mattress.’ But when you consider its use of high-tech materials, superior motion isolation, and thoughtful design elements, it is an exceptional deal. To equal those features, many competitor premium mattresses cost from several hundred dollars more (Serta iComfort: $2,199 CAD), and up to thousands of dollars more (Tempur-Pedic ProBreeze: $4,849 CAD).

Backed by made-in-Canada quality, a 120-night sleep trial, and free returns, you can feel confident Apollo will give you a supremely satisfying sleep.

Since Apollo is no longer available, we recommend you check out Octave.