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Layla vs Nolah In Depth Comparison
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Construction
Layla Mattresses9.3
Layla Mattress
This 10″ mattress is built in four unique layers with each layer offering its own benefit to the sleeper. The use of copper is also a catch here.
The details
Polyester Cover
The cover of this mattress is a product of polyester blend that offers a soft-plush feeling. In addition to this comfort, thermogel was infused into this cover to make it cooler and retain this coolness.
Comfort Layer (Soft)
The first layer after the cover begins with the soft side. It’s a 3″ copper memory foam. This layer is sheer soft so it allows you to sink in and contour you afterward.
With copper infused into this layer of memory foam, it creates an extra cooling effect and owing to the antimicrobial properties of copper, you are free of bacteria while you enjoy your sleep. The copper also provides variable support in points where you have deep compression.
Transition Layer
This transition layer is made of a 2″ HD foam. This layer is responsible for the interaction between the soft layer and the firm layer of the mattress.
Support Base
At the base of this mattress is the support 4.5″ foam. It is much firmer and it’s a HD polyfoam. Usually, the mattress layers end here at the base but we still have the firm side since it’s a 2-in-1 flippable mattress.
Comfort Layer (Firm)
On the flip side of this mattress is the firm layer which is 1″ in height and is also a copper-infused memory foam but a lot thinner and firm.
N/B: Both firm and soft options come with motion isolation implying that the movement of your partner on the bed while you are fast asleep does not affect you in any way.
Layla Hybrid
The Layla Hybrid features same construction. Two firmness options, all you have to do is flip to get your desired firmness.
This mattress is made up of 5 layers with the pocketed coils making the real difference and the zipper cover of course.
The details
Feature Rich Cover
The cover of this hybrid mattress is rich in features. From being removable with a zipper to being made from a combination of polyester, lycra and viscose, it’s one feature-packed irregular cover. All these contribute to making it super cool. It’s highly breathable, soft and assures the sleeper of cool sleep.
Comfort Layer (Soft)
As usual, the soft side in a flippable mattress is the first layer. This soft side is a 2.5″ copper-infused memory foam just like it’s other all-foam counterpart.
The copper in the mix caters for bacteria protection with it’s anti-microbial properties. It makes the mattress extra-cool by zapping heat away.
It also contours the body in a slow responsive style and adds to ease pressure from relevant points where it’s needed.
Transition Layer
Underneath this soft layer is the transition layer which is a zoned 2″ polyfoam that serves as the bridge between the soft side and the firm side. This transition layer is firm which is needed for the transition role it plays.
Support Layer
This support layer makes all the difference and the major reason why this mattress is termed hybrid.
Stealing a sizable portion of the entire mattress, it’s 6″ high in pocketed coils covered in foam.
All the bouncy and floating feeling is supplied from this layer. The coils add extra comfort and coolness equally.
Base Support
This layer is usually the last but for the flippable nature of this mattress, it finds itself in this position. It’s a 1.5″ zoned polyfoam and the thinner version of the zoned polyfoam above it.
Comfort Layer (Firm)
The flip side layer is the firm one which is a 1.5″ copper-infused memory foam. It sits at the bottom so you could just flip it over and get down to the firm side of things. It is thinner than the soft side which is normal.
Nolah Mattresses8.9
Nolah Limited Edition 10″ Mattress
With the 100% AirfoamTM, this mattress promises better cooling, better pressure relief and more durabilty than memory foam. It’s construction is in three layers.
Details
Premium Tencel Cover
Gracing the top layer of this mattress is a cover made from plant-based organic TencelTM cellulose. It’s white as snow and beautiful. Comfort is reinvented here.
Cooling Nolah Airfoam Layer
The first layer of these mattresses is made of the cooling Nolah AirfoamTM which is 2″ in height. This layer as its name implies is responsible for cooling. Beyond the cooling role, it contours the body like memory foam and relieves pressure better than traditional memory foam.
High-End Supporting Layer
On the second layer is an inch of a sturdy support foam that performs better than latex. It’s also more durable and stronger. This layer provides the springy effect for better sleep.
High-Density Core Foam
At the base of this mattress is a 7″ high-density foam which according to Nolah is the best breathable base foam in the U.S. This layer is very fundamental in that it provides massive support for the layers above it and makes the entire mattress durable.
Nolah Limited Edition 12″ Mattress
This mattress comes in two levels of firmness, making it a flippable mattress with the soft side at the top and the firm side at the bottom. It’s arranged in four distinct layers.
Details
Botanic TencelTM Cover
The signature cover of snow-white original cellulose-based fabric is replicated on this mattress. Here the covering is soft, breathable and luxurious.
Soft Side Cooling Nolah Airfoam
Starting the layers of this mattress is the soft side of the firmness level. It is made with the signature cooling Nolah AirfoamTM and is 2.5″ thick. With the Nolah AirfoamTM, you have a cooling layer that relieves you of pressure and contours your body perfectly.
High-Performance Support Foam
Beneath the cooling layer is a 1.5″ deep support foam. It creates a bouncy effect for this mattress and makes your sleep more pleasant.
High-Density Core Foam
Originally built for the last is the base foam but for the flippable nature of this mattress, it finds itself just before the last. It’s a tough 7″ high-density breathable foam providing a solid core and support for the layers above it and ensuring durability for the mattress.
Firm Side Cooling Nolah Airfoam Layer
At the bottom of the layers is the flip side of this mattress which is the firm side. It’s an inch of the Nolah AirfoamTM and provides the firmness needed by stomach sleepers.
Nolah Original 10″ Mattress
This mattress is similar to the Nolah limited edition 10″ mattress bearing literally all of its features safe for a different cover. It comes in three layers as well.
Details.
Organic Viscose Cover
Covering the top layer is a fabric made from natural viscose. It’s actually custom-made and comes with top-notch breathability to keep each sleeper cool all night long.
Nolah Cooling AirfoamTM Layer
The first layer is a 2″ Nolah Cooling AirfoamTM that provides optimal relief for pressure and offers superior contouring which is relatively more comfortable.
Deep Support Tough Foam
On the supporting layer is an inch of resilient foam more durable than latex. It promotes the bouncy effect and makes the sleeper sleep more comfortably.
High-Density Core Foam
On the core of this mattress is a 7″ high-density foam that provides structural rigidity for this mattress. Its durable nature ensures this mattress outlast the sleeper.
Nolah Signature 12″ Mattress
This mattress is also a flippable one presenting you with two firmness options (soft and firm) and you can choose according to your preferred sleeping type. It features a four-layer construction.
Details
Rich Natural Cotton Cover
This cover is made from untainted natural cotton fibers. It is custom-made, making it void of volatile chemicals. The cotton wicks moisture away and keeps the sleeper cool while the sleep lasts.
Soft Side Cooling Airfoam
Stripping the cover bare, a 2.5″ high dense AirfoamTM makes the first layer and the soft side of firmness. It contours the body without trapping it and provides pressure relief support.
Deep Support Tough Foam
Sequel to the soft layer is a 1.5″ sturdy support foam which is more resilient and durable than latex. This layer provides springy comfort for the sleeper.
Reinforced Base Support Foam
On the second to last layer is a high-density 7″ reinforced foam serving as the core of this mattress. Its major role is to supply energy to the layers above it and ensure the mattress is durable enough to outlast its owner.
Firm Side Cooling Foam
And the last layer is on the firm side of firmness for stomach sleepers. It’s an inch of Nolah cooling AirfoamTM.
Durability
Layla Mattresses9.7
Both mattresses from Layla are durable with resilient support bases which is why the Layla Mattresses come with a lifetime warranty.
Nolah Mattresses8.7
All four mattresses are built on a resilient re-energized core that strengthens durability making it certain you enjoy your mattress well into your aged days.
Also the Nolah Cooling AirfoamTM promises 300% durabilty more than the average memory foam.
Cooling and Comfort
Layla Mattresses9.2
Layla Mattress
The polyester cover on this mattress coupled with thermogel creates the coolness you need to never sleep hot again.
The comfort layer just like it’s tag, is there to assure you of maximum comfort in body contouring, pressure relief, softness and coolness. Thanks to copper in the mix, you won’t be wary of bacteria and you can stay healthy while using it.
Layla Hybrid Mattress
Same comfort and coolness is provided by this hybrid version. From it’s premium quality cover to the first comfort layer, every sleeper is entitled to the best contouring comfort, best cool sleep and bacteria-free usage.
Nolah Mattresses9.1
None of the Nolah mattresses are made with memory foam rather with the signature cooling Nolah AirfoamTM technology which is super comfortable and sleeps cool like never before.
The Nolah AirfoamTM is also featured on both sides of the flippable mattresses ensuring that you get same coolness and superior comfort on any side you choose.
To further increase comfort and coolness, all four mattresses come with beautiful, soft, breathable and moisture-wicking covers to engulf the sleeper in sheer luxury.
Back Pain Support
Layla Mattresses9.2
Layla Mattress
The comfort layer making up the soft side of this mattress offers variable support in points where you have deep compression.
On the other hand, the comfort layer on the firm side also provides little pressure relief for back sleepers. It was engineered to relieve pressure from the back and other focal points.
Layla Hybrid Mattress
Both comfort layers (soft and firm) provides pressure relief for all kinds of sleepers. The inclusion of individually pocketed coils makes the pressure relief function more effectively for the back sleeper as well as the side sleeper.
Nolah Mattresses9.2
The wonders of the top-notch performing Nolah Cooling AirfoamTM comes to play in providing pressure relief for the back and spine. All four mattresses are made with this AirfoamTM which provides better spine alignment and superior back support for every sleeper. According to Nolah, this superior AirfoamTM that it deploys, provides pressure relief for the back, neck and shoulders 4 times more than the average memory foam.
Trial and Warrenty
Layla Mattresses9.1
For both mattresses, it’s 120-nights money-back guarantee. You try the mattresses for 120-nights to see if it works for you. If it doesn’t, you can return them and get your money back in full.
When it comes to warranty, the Layla Mattress has a lifetime warranty while the Hybrid- latest version comes with a limited 10-year warranty.
Nolah Mattresses9.6
Nolah gives every customer 120 nights of trial after purchase to test the given mattress and see how it suits their needs. If the customer feels otherwise after the 120-nights risk free trial, the mattress can be returned and the customer gets a full refund.
For a warranty, the Nolah brand is confident on its stellar performing AirfoamTM technology to last for a lifetime, hence the lifetime warranty it issues on every mattress. Terms and conditions apply, however.
Sleeping Type
Layla Mattresses9.1
Layla Mattress
With two firmness options available, If you are a side sleeper, you can simply stick with the soft side. This layer offers better pressure relief generally for a side sleeper.
For the back sleeper, you are covered on both sides. They both help in the even distribution of your weight around the mattress so you don’t feel pressure anywhere. Both sides work very well for the back sleeper.
For the regular stomach sleeper, the firm side is ideal. It offers great support for the hips.
Layla Hybrid Mattress
Same double firmness options, the soft side is ideal for every side sleeper. It offers pressure relief and allows the sleeper to get immersed into the mattress. It also eases the pressure off the hips and shoulders.
For back sleepers, both sides are great. The soft side offers better spine alignment and contouring, allowing the sleeper to sink in for premium comfort. Pressure relief is also effective on the firm side.
For the stomach sleeper, the soft side might be too soft, and too much sinking can affect the alignment of the spine. So the firm side is a better option.
Nolah Mattresses9.6
All Nolah mattresses are exclusively made for back and side sleepers with the exception of Nolah Signature 12″ Mattress and Nolah Limited Edition 12″ Mattress. These two exceptions cater for the need of stomach sleepers with their 2-side firmness flipabble construction.
This means that these two exceptions are suitable for every kind of sleeper while the other two – Nolah Limited Edition 10″ Mattress and Nolah Original 10″ Mattress are made for back and side sleepers since they fall within the soft and medium-firm range of the firmness scale.
This range is universally ideal for every sleeper but stomach sleepers can demand it a little more on the firm side which the flippable mattresses from Nolah affords adequately.
Dimensions
Mattress Name | Mattress Size | Dimensions W L H | Weight |
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Layla Original Mattress | TWIN | 38” x 74” x 10” | 50 Lbs |
Layla Original Mattress | TWIN XL | 38” x 80” x 10” | 55 Lbs |
Layla Original Mattress | Full | 54” x 75” x 10” | 70 Lbs |
Layla Original Mattress | Queen | 60” x 80” x 10” | 80 Lbs |
Layla Original Mattress | King | 76” x 80” x 10” | 90 Lbs |
Layla Original Mattress | King Cal | 72” x 84” x 10” | 90 Lbs |
Layla Hybrid Mattress | TWIN | 38” x 75” x 13” | 70 Lbs |
Layla Hybrid Mattress | TWIN XL | 38” x 80” x 13” | 72 Lbs |
Layla Hybrid Mattress | Full | 54” x 75” x 13” | 95 Lbs |
Layla Hybrid Mattress | Queen | 60” x 80” x 13” | 115 Lbs |
Layla Hybrid Mattress | King | 76” x 80” x 13” | 145 Lbs |
Layla Hybrid Mattress | King Cal | 72” x 84” x 13” | 143 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 10" Mattress | TWIN | 38" x 75" x 10" | 44 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 10" Mattress | TWIN XL | 38" x 80" x 10" | 46 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 10" Mattress | Full | 54" x 75" x 10" | 62 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 10" Mattress | Queen | 60" x 80" x 10" | 72 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 10" Mattress | King | 76" x 80" x 10" | 85 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 10" Mattress | King Cal | 72" x 84" x 10" | 84 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 12" Mattress | TWIN | 38" x 75" x 12" | 45 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 12" Mattress | TWIN XL | 38" x 80" x 12" | 47 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 12" Mattress | Full | 54" x 75" x 12" | 59 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 12" Mattress | Queen | 60" x 80" x 12" | 71 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 12" Mattress | King | 76" x 80" x 12" | 90 Lbs |
Nolah Limited Edition 12" Mattress | King Cal | 72" x 84" x 12" | 89 Lbs |
Nolah Original 10" Mattress | TWIN | 38” x 75” x 10" | 44 Lbs |
Nolah Original 10" Mattress | TWIN XL | 38” x 80” x 10" | 47 Lbs |
Nolah Original 10" Mattress | Full | 54” x 75” x 10" | 58 Lbs |
Nolah Original 10" Mattress | Queen | 60” x 80” x 10" | 70 Lbs |
Nolah Original 10" Mattress | King | 76” x 80” x 10" | 87 Lbs |
Nolah Original 10" Mattress | King Cal | 72” x 84” x 10" | 85 Lbs |
Nolah Signature 12" Mattress | TWIN | 38" x 75" x 12" | 45 Lbs |
Nolah Signature 12" Mattress | TWIN XL | 38" x 80" x 12" | 47 Lbs |
Nolah Signature 12" Mattress | Full | 54" x 75" x 12" | 59 Lbs |
Nolah Signature 12" Mattress | Queen | 60" x 80" x 12" | 71 Lbs |
Nolah Signature 12" Mattress | King | 76" x 80" x 12" | 90 Lbs |
Nolah Signature 12" Mattress | King Cal | 72" x 84" x 12" | 89 Lbs |
Conclusion
Nolah is a top brand in the industry with four responsive mattresses. All four mattresses are made of foams, no hybrids. Layla and Nolah share the flippable mattress in common.
Nolah deploys an AirfoamTM technology to offer cool comfort and pressure relief on its mattresses while Layla relies on the comfort layers of its flippable mattresses for comfort which is also present in the flippable mattress of Nolah.
But Layla beats Nolah on support. Layla has a transition layer and a support layer on its hybrid which adds to the base support foam for reinforced rigidity and durability.
The added support that the premium coils on its hybrid version offer, is superior, bouncy and adds to the durability of Layla’s hybrid mattress.