Boring Mattress Co. is an online mattress retailer known for its no-nonsense attitude when it comes to comfortable sleep. The brand takes pride in its no-frills approach to mattress construction, saying “Bed used to be simple. No fairy dust, no secret science — just quiet, reliable comfort. We’re bringing Boring back.” To see if less is really more, we tested the Boring All-Foam mattress for a variety of performance factors, such as cooling, edge support, pressure relief, and more. I also did a deep dive into the materials, the company policies, and how it compares to other beds, so you can get the full picture before you check out.
I’m a certified sleep science coach and have three years of testing experience with Sleepopolis. I work with a team of sleep experts in our Charlotte, NC, studio to evaluate mattresses using our medically approved testing methodology. We’ve tested more than 330 mattresses, so we’ve seen our fair share of excellent and poor results. Based on our testing data, we’re able to make recommendations to sleepers based on their body type, sleeping position, and sleep preferences.
Our team also works with a network of medical professionals, including board-certified doctors, registered nurses, physical therapists, and sleep experts, who review our findings for accuracy. Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, partnered with our team to create our testing methodology and also supplied us with expert advice based on his experience in the medical field.
When we tested the Boring AF mattress, we found it ultra-firm and supportive — it lifted us up and out of the mattress, propping the spine into a neutral position. While there’s a bit of sinkage from the top two layers of foam, the support layer of high-density foam prevents too much sinkage and keeps the sleeper feeling “on” the bed, rather than “in” it. Back sleepers in particular can appreciate the spinal support from this bed, as well as side sleepers who prefer a firm feel. The bed is also compatible with stomach sleeping, but we’d recommend a softer model to those with large or sensitive chests. We also found impressive scores in cooling and motion isolation, both of which are important to couples.
The Boring AF stands out from other all-foam mattresses due to its firmness and cooling ability. We found it to be an especially good fit for back sleepers and stomach sleepers, as long as they prefer a firmer bed. The supportive foams should keep them propped up with a neutral spinal alignment.
What our tester says:
“The breathable cover, perforated foams, and gel-infused beads helped earn this bed 5 stars in cooling, making it a good choice for hot sleepers. I also thin back sleepers of all body types will find tons of support that promotes proper spinal alignment. And sleepers who prefer a firm feel will love the Boring AF’s 8 out of 10 firmness level.” – Riley Otis, staff writer and certified sleep science coach
Boring AF Mattress Overview
The Boring AF is an all-foam mattress made from three layers of foam, a flame retardant barrier, and a lightweight, soft cover. The foams in this bed have all been third-party tested for chemicals, heavy metals, and ozone depleters, earning a CertiPUR-US certification. While the first two layers are softer, the final support layer is very dense, which contributes to an overall firm feel that falls at an 8 out of 10 on our firmness scale.
As a bed-in-a-box mattress, the Boring AF comes with free shipping within the contiguous U.S. and arrives compressed in a box at your doorstep. All you have to do is open the box, unroll the bed, and take off the plastic. Since it’s only 80 pounds, we found a queen size easy for one person to unbox and move around. We noticed a strong smell coming from the bed as it inflated. This is called off-gassing, and it’s perfectly normal — the stench is simply from the foams releasing trapped air, and it goes away within a few hours.
The Boring AF is 10 inches tall and has a smooth cover that feels cool to the touch and silky. Although foam beds tend to trap heat, we found this bed extremely breathable due to the cooling gel-infused foam and perforated holes in the first two layers. When we tested the bed using a thermal gun, we found impressive 5-star cooling abilities. The bed also stood out due to its great motion isolation, for which it earned 4.7 stars. When we averaged all our scores together, the Boring AF mattress earned an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Boring AF Value
When we talk about value, we simply mean whether or not the bed is priced fairly considering the quality of its materials and overall mattress performance. Since the Boring AF’s foams earned a Certi-PUR US certification, they’re of high quality and don’t contain harmful materials such as fiberglass. We also found the support layer of high-density foam provided lots of firm support as well as strong 4-star edge support. The bed comes with a 10-year limited warranty, which is around how long the bed is expected to last.
Boring markets itself as an affordable mattress company and says its basic bed construction can outperform mattresses with more luxury features. Given the mattress’s overall performance score of 4.5 out of 5 stars in our testing, I think $799 for a queen size is more than reasonable. This is much cheaper than many other online mattresses, yet you’re still getting a quality bed. While I don’t expect the mattress to last a lifetime, you should be able to sleep on it for at least 10 years without significant sagging or indentations.
Boring AF Comparison
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| Boring AF | Boring AF Hybrid | Bear Original Mattress | Titan Plus | Layla Mattress | |
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| Firmness | Firm: 8/10 | Firm: 7/10 | Firm: 7.5/10 | Multiple firmness options | |
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Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Back Pain, Hip Pain, Seniors
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Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hip Pain, Couples
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What Is the Boring AF Made Of?
We assess mattress materials by cutting into the side of the bed and examining each layer. We then compare what we see inside with what’s on the brand’s website. According to Boring, all the foam used in this bed is CertiPUR-US certified, meaning it doesn’t contain heavy metals, harmful chemicals, or ozone depletors.
When we cut into the 10-inch Boring AF mattress, we found three layers of foam. The first two layers offer a softer feel, while the thick base foam below is denser and acts as the bed’s main support system. The entire bed is enveloped in a fire-retardant barrier that’s fiberglass-free.
Cover – A soft and silky knit polyester cover that’s cool-to-the-touch, lightweight, and breathable.
Fire Barrier – This flame-retardant barrier is made from rayon yarn. While some beds contain fiberglass fire barriers, this alternative is chemical-free.
Comfort Layer – A 2-inch layer of plush foam that feels similar to latex and has a gel bead infusion for cooling. This layer has an open-cell structure, which allows air to flow through the foam.
Transition Layer – A thinner 1-inch layer of memory foam that has a slower response to pressure and an open-cell design that helps improve airflow.
Support Layer – A thick, 7-inch layer of high-density support foam that lifts the sleeper up and out of the mattress.
Boring AF Mattress Firmness
When it comes to mattress firmness, we know not every sleeper has the same preferences. What you may consider very firm may feel super soft to another sleeper with a different body type or sleeping position. That’s why we ask multiple expert testers to provide their own firmness rating, and then average them all together to create the final firmness score. We rank firmness on a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 is the softest and 10 is the firmest. A score of 6.5 out of 10 marks a true medium-firm mattress, which is the most popular feel and firmness level.
When our testers tried the Boring AF mattress, they thought it was very firm and gave it an 8 out of 10 on the firmness scale. While it offers some slight sinkage from the softer comfort layer, the base layer is extremely firm, offering no sinkage and lifting the sleeper up and out of the bed. When compared to Boring’s hybrid model, our tester Kate Gorman said, “This all-foam mattress felt overall firmer because the hybrid’s coils offer more sinkage, while the foam base provides solid support.”
Our testers found this firmness most compatible with back sleeping and stomach sleeping due to the firm support that promotes spinal alignment. Sleepers with back pain in particular may find relief, because the bed keeps the spine in a straight, neutral position. We also think side sleepers who prefer a firm feel can enjoy this mattress, but those with preexisting joint pain may need a softer option to cushion their pressure points.
Boring AF Mattress Performance
A mattress’s construction and firmness are both important factors to consider, but there’s more to a mattress than just that. Our testers Kate Gorman and Kayla Godfrey tested the Boring AF mattress in our Sleepopolis studio to evaluate it for pressure relief, motion isolation, responsiveness, cooling, and edge support.
We collected data based on both subjective and objective tests to better understand how the bed performs for different types of sleepers. Below, I’ll explain each test and how the Boring AF performed.
Boring AF Pressure Relief Performance
When it comes to pressure relief, our chief medical advisor Dr. Raj Dasgupta says soft, contouring materials such as memory foam are ideal for preventing pain. While the Boring AF has two layers of foam, the mattress provides more firm support than sinkage and cushioning.
Our expert tester Kate Gorman tested pressure relief by rolling a specialized mat onto the surface of the mattress and then lying on it in the back- and side-sleeping positions. The mat is able to sense where more or less pressure is building along the body and then translate the results to a color-coded graphic using thermal imaging. Areas displaying blue and green indicate low pressure buildup, while yellow and red indicate a rise in pressure. This gives us an idea of how evenly weight is being distributed.
When Kate lay on the Boring AF on her back, she felt more “on” the bed than “in” the bed. “There’s not a ton of contouring at my lower back, but it’s not uncomfortable by any means,” she said. Since she didn’t find much sinkage anywhere in this position, her hips were aligned with her shoulders, and her spine was straight. She felt super supported, but she didn’t find deep body contouring or cushioning, so she gave the mattress 4 stars for pressure relief in the back-sleeping position.
In the side-sleeping position, Kate found similar support and spinal alignment. Sleepers typically sink further into the mattress in this position because their weight is primarily placed on just the hips and shoulders. While Kate felt great pressure relief at her hips and lower back, she felt a spot of pressure building at her shoulder, so side sleepers with shoulder pain may need a softer bed. When it comes to side sleeping on this bed, Kate said, “It’s supportive and provides better pressure relief than a lot of other foam mattresses I’ve tested.”
Kate also tried this mattress in the stomach-sleeping position. Pressure relief is less important for these sleepers; they typically need more support and lift than sinkage and contouring. When stomach sleeping, a firm, supportive mattress helps lift the hips in line with the shoulders and prevent the lower back from creating a U shape, which can lead to or worsen pain. While Kate felt great spinal alignment in this position, she noted pressure building at her chest. If you’re a stomach sleeper with a larger chest, you may need a bit more cushioning.
Boring AF Motion Isolation
This section is especially relevant to those who sleep with a partner. Motion isolation refers to the bed’s ability to absorb the effects of one sleeper’s movements and prevent the person on the other side of the bed from feeling it. When a bed has low motion transfer, both sleepers can toss and turn without waking up their partner. Dr. Dasgupta says motion isolation can also be an indicator of the materials and construction quality. We assessed motion isolation using a ripple test and a partner test, and the Boring AF earned 4.7 stars in this category.
To conduct the ripple test, we placed a large container of water on one side of the mattress and then switched between sleeping positions. We observed how much our movement impacted the water in the container and whether it rippled or splashed. When Kate first climbed into bed, there was some very slight rippling in the tub, but it calmed down quickly and didn’t continue to splash, so she gave the bed 4 stars for this type of disturbance. When she switched between sleeping positions, the water barely moved at all. The bed did a great job absorbing her motion at the source and preventing it from traveling, so she gave the bed 5 stars for motion isolation when switching positions.
Next, Kate lay on the mattress with her eyes covered while another tester got in bed next to her and moved around. Every time she could detect motion, she raised her hand. “I only felt when my partner originally sat down, and then again when she moved to her side due to that position placing more pressure on the mattress,” she said. “Overall, I hardly felt my partner moving around, and I don’t think their movement would disturb my sleep throughout the night.” She ended up giving this test 5 stars because even light sleepers won’t have to worry about waking up due to a restless partner’s movement.
Based on the 4.7-star motion isolation, this bed is an excellent choice for sleepers easily awakened by motion. Since there are no bouncy coils, the foam layers absorb most movement and prevent it from vibrating across the mattress. If you’re a light sleeper with a partner who loves to toss and turn, you’ll be able to get deeper and deeper sleep on this bed.
Boring AF Responsiveness
When we talk about responsiveness, we simply mean how quickly the bed returns to its original shape after pressure has been applied. In our experience, slow-moving memory foam is typically less responsive since it’s designed to “remember” the shape of the sleeper. We performed four tests to evaluate responsiveness to create an overall score of 3 stars.
Switch test: Kate began this test by lying on the mattress and transitioning from her back to her side to her stomach. She paid attention to how easy it was to move around and whether she felt the bed assisted her from one position to the next by providing a bit of bounce. “I had to exert more effort when switching from my back to my side due to the softness of the first layer,” she said. While the bed provides an overall firm sleeping experience, some sleepers may find themselves feeling trapped by the comfort layer. While you’ll still be able to move around, it’s not quite as easy as rolling on a hard, flat surface, so Kate rated the switch test 3 stars.
Responsiveness test: Next, Kate placed a 53-pound kettlebell on the bed for seven seconds and then pulled it straight up. A stopwatch measured exactly how long it took the Boring AF to return to its original shape, which was approximately 0.4 seconds. This is super quick — almost immediate — so the bed earned 5 stars for this test.
Sinkage test: Kate grabbed the kettlebell again for this test and placed it on the center of the bed. Once it fully sank in, she used a ruler to measure exactly how far it sank in, which was 2.75 inches. Since the two comfort layers have a combined height of 3 inches, we concluded that the weight sank right through those and rested upon the high-density layer of base foam. This is classified as “moderate sinkage,” so sleepers get a bit of cushioning along their body without feeling hugged by the foam.
Bounce test: Finally, we dropped a 25-pound steel ball onto the Boring AF from 6 feet above and used a yardstick on the wall to measure how high it bounced. The ball bounced 29.8 inches into the air, which is classified as “high bounce.” This is surprising considering its all-foam construction, as foam mattresses are typically less buoyant than innerspring mattresses.
Based on the responsiveness tests, I think this mattress could be a decent choice for combination sleepers. While they’ll find a bit of sinkage, they’ll primarily feel lifted “on top” of the bed. While they may have to put in a bit more effort to transition between positions, there’s a good amount of bounce to help you out and prevent you from feeling stuck.
Boring AF Cooling
If you’re a hot sleeper who often overheats at night, you should pay extra attention to this section. If your bed doesn’t help regulate temperature, you might struggle with frequent wakeups and night sweats. We evaluated the Boring AF’s temperature regulation using a thermal gun test, a cover test, and a feel test to create an impressive overall cooling score of 5 stars.
Thermal gun test: This test collected quantitative data on the mattress’s response to body heat. First, Kate grabbed a thermal gun to record the initial temperature of the Boring AF before anyone had touched it. Then, she lay on the mattress for five minutes before recording the bed’s temperature again. When we score this test, if the temperature increases by fewer than 5 degrees, we consider it to have excellent cooling. An increase of 5 to 10 degrees indicates good cooling, 10 to 15 degrees indicates decent cooling, and more than 15 degrees indicates poor cooling.
The Boring AF went from 71.5 degrees to 76.5 degrees. This is a 5-degree temperature increase, which earned the mattress 5 stars. This suggests excellent cooling abilities, which we were pleasantly surprised by. All-foam beds tend to trap heat since there’s less room for air to flow through the layers. However, the comfort layer and transition layer in this bed have perforated air holes, which allow for more airflow and breathability and combat heat trapping.
Cover test: Before lying on the bed for five minutes, we asked Kate to feel the temperature of the bed with her hand. She thought it felt slightly cooler than room temperature, providing some initial cooling. The cover also felt lightweight and breathable in general, which can bode well for hot sleepers.
Feel test: As Kate lay on the bed for five minutes during the thermal gun test, she paid attention to how the bed felt beneath her and whether she could feel it warming up. As a hot sleeper, Kate could feel her body temperature slightly rising during the first few minutes of rest. However, her temperature eventually steadied and didn’t increase further. She said, “The longer I lay there, the more I could feel myself cooling down and was more comfortable by the end of the test.”
Overall, we think this bed does a great job of regulating the sleeper’s temperature and preventing overheating. Since the bed has an initial cool feel to it, hot sleepers can get some quick cooling when they first lie down. Although it’s an all-foam bed, it’s breathable enough to remain temperature-neutral and keep the sleeper’s body temperature low as well.
Boring AF Edge Support
When a mattress has strong edges, the perimeter of the bed is just as supportive as the very center. This can be important for couples, as it allows them to fully spread out and use the entire surface of the mattress, which can make it feel larger. It is also important to people with mobility issues because they often rely on strong edges they can bear down on when getting in and out of bed. The strength of the edges can be a durability indicator, as weak edges are more likely to sag over time. When we tested edge support on the Boring AF mattress, we used a tape measure test, a seated test, and a full body test to create an overall score of 4 stars.
Tape measure test: For this objective test, we placed stacks of weighted plates directly on the edge of the bed and measured how many inches the layers collapsed. We created three weighted stacks to represent different types of sleepers — a 99-pound stack, a 154-pound stack, and a 198-pound stack. From lightest to heaviest, the sinkage went from 3 inches to 4 inches to 6.1 inches. When we combined the ratings from all three stacks, the Boring AF received an average score of 4 stars for this test. These are good results, especially since there are no coils in this mattress to reinforce the edges.
Seated test: Next, Kate sat down on the edge of the bed with her feet on the floor and stood up several times. She paid attention to how supported she felt and whether she was about to slip off the mattress. “This edge support is solid,” she said. “I don’t feel like I’m going to slide off, and I don’t need to use my hands to support myself. I think older adults or people with mobility issues can get in and out of bed without assistance.” Kate also noted feeling a few inches of sinkage in this position, so she gave the bed 4 stars for seated edge support.
Full body test: When Kate lay in all three sleeping positions near the very edge of the bed, she felt secure and stable. While she felt some slight sinkage at her hips, she still felt lifted and supported and didn’t feel at risk of falling. “I think someone could roll to the edge and stay on the bed,” she said. She also gave the mattress four stars for this test.
Boring AF Mattress Performance for Couples
If you sleep with a partner, the most important categories to consider are cooling, responsiveness, motion isolation, and edge support. Based on the Boring AF’s performance in these categories, I think it’s a decent choice for couples, but there are a few things to keep in mind.
Based on the bed’s 5-star cooling score, couples will find this bed breathable and unlikely to trap their body heat. Due to the open-cell design and gel-infused memory foam, the bed does a great job of dissipating heat and remaining temperature-neutral. Couples can also experience sounder sleep on this mattress, shown by the 4.7-star motion isolation score. Even if you’re easily awakened, your partner’s tossing and turning shouldn’t disturb you.
The Boring AF earned 4 stars on our edge support tests, so couples should be able to spread out and use the entire surface of the mattress. It scored lowest in responsiveness, earning only 3 stars, so sexually active couples may have a harder time moving around as they sink a bit into the top layers.
Other Performance Factors to Consider
While the mattress performance tests above are important to a majority of sleepers, there are a few additional tests we perform to give you the largest scope of the bed’s abilities.
Sex
We create our score for sex by finding the average of the responsiveness, cooling, and edge support tests. The best mattress for sex is usually responsive enough for couples to move around and switch positions easily. Cooling is also important, as your body temperature typically rises during sex — while strong edges let you use the entire surface of the bed instead of just the center. Based on the 5-star cooling, 4-star edge support, and 3-star responsiveness, the Boring AF earned an average of 4 stars for sex. I think couples won’t have to worry about overheating or finding support, but they should keep in mind the low responsiveness. It may be harder to move around on the mattress quickly.
Noise
Our tester Kayla Godfrey tested the Boring AF’s noise level by compressing its layers, switching positions, and jumping on the bed. Regardless of how hard she pressed on the bed, it was completely silent. With some all-foam beds, you can hear air releasing as the layers are compressed. However, this bed wasn’t noisy at all, and you can move around without getting disturbed by the sound of air puffs.
Base Compatibility
According to Boring, this mattress is compatible with slatted bed frames, box foundations, and adjustable bases. We put the Boring AF on an adjustable base in our studio to evaluate how well it moves with an adjustable base. When we placed the base in the zero-gravity preset, the bottom of the mattress lifted up and didn’t completely meet the base. There was also a small gap in the middle between the base and the mattress. While the bed worked fine with some light head and leg elevation, we wouldn’t recommend contorting this bed too much, so we rated the adjustable base compatibility 3 stars.
Durability
Mattresses are a big purchase, so you’ll want to be able to use them for many years before needing a replacement. We evaluate mattress durability by looking at the quality of the materials, the support layer, the edge support, and the mattress warranty. High-quality materials are less likely to deteriorate over time, and strong support that extends all the way to the edges prevents premature sagging. The warranty also lets us know the brand’s expected mattress lifespan.
Overall, I think the Boring AF mattress has average durability. The foam used in the bed is of good quality, earning a CertiPUR-US certification that verifies it as fiberglass-free and free from ozone-depleting substances. The base foam is supportive, but foam beds like this one are more likely to develop indents or impressions over time due to the absence of a coil layer. The edges are also supportive, earning 4 stars, but I could see them beginning to sag over time. Boring offers a 10-year limited warranty, which is about how long I’d expect the mattress to last before needing a replacement.
Boring AF Performance Scores
| Test | Product Score | Average Score |
| Firmness | 8 | 6.7 |
| Pressure Relief Side | 4 | 3.5 |
| Back Pressure Relief | 4 | 4 |
| Motion Isolation | 4.67 | 4 |
| Responsiveness | 3 | 4.2 |
| Cooling | 5 | 4.1 |
| Edge Support | 4 | 4 |
| Bounce Height | 29.8 | 16.3 |
| Bounce Rating | High | Moderate |
| Sinkage | Moderate | Moderate |
| Sex Score | 4 | N/A |
| Noise | 5 | 4.5 |
| Off-Gassing | 4 | N/A |
| Trial Period | 5 | 4.3 |
| Warranty | 3.5 | 4.6 |
| Full Rise | 5 | N/A |
| Unboxing/Moving | 5 | 3.5 |
Boring AF Sleeping Position and Body Weight
Your sleeping position and body type are directly related to how a mattress will perform for you. For example, what feels soft to a heavy stomach sleeper may feel too firm for a lightweight side sleeper. Ultimately the feel is dependent on your weight distribution and whether the mattress is increasing or relieving pressure buildup. Below, I’ve broken down each weight class and how the bed will likely feel in different sleeping positions.
Before we dive into our recommendations, though, we want to recognize that people come in all shapes and sizes, and people of every size deserve a mattress that works for their body type. We use the weight categories light, average, and heavy to more easily categorize sleepers based on how mattresses will perform for their body type, as most mattresses are designed for the group we call “average” (130 to 230 pounds).
As a general takeaway, lighter sleepers don’t require as much support as average-weight sleepers, and mattresses will tend to feel firmer to them. On the other hand, heavy sleepers tend to need more support than average-weight sleepers and tend to sink into the mattress more. As far as sleeping positions go, side sleepers tend to need a softer mattress, while stomach sleepers usually need a firmer, more supportive one. Back sleepers are usually somewhere in the middle.
Is the Boring AF a Good Mattress for Light Sleepers (Under 130 pounds)?
- Light Back Sleepers – The mattress will lift these sleepers up, placing the spine in a straight position and offering minimal sinkage.
- Light Side Sleepers – These sleepers may find this bed too firm, as they won’t find much contouring and pressure relief at their hips and shoulders.
- Light Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers will find great spinal alignment, as the bed will lift their hips in line with their shoulders and prevent the lower back from bending.
Is the Boring AF a Good Mattress for Average-Weight Sleepers (130–230 pounds)?
- Average-Weight Back Sleepers – These sleepers will experience firm support that keeps their spine in a straight line with slight cushioning at the hips and upper back.
- Average-Weight Side Sleepers – Side sleepers who prefer a firm feel can find good spinal alignment on this bed, but those desiring deep sinkage and body contouring may need a softer bed.
- Average-Weight Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers will find plenty of support at the hips to keep the spine aligned, but those with larger chests may experience a buildup of pressure.
Is the Boring AF a Good Mattress for Heavy Sleepers (over 230 pounds)?
- Heavy Back Sleepers – These sleepers can appreciate the firm support that promotes proper spinal alignment. Heavy sleepers will sink in further than lightweight and average-weight sleepers and will experience more cushioning and softness.
- Heavy Side Sleepers – Heavy side sleepers will sink further into this mattress, finding more sinkage at their hips and shoulders. However, those with preexisting shoulder or hip pain may need a softer bed that still offers lots of support.
- Heavy Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers may find too much sinkage at the hips in this position, which could lead to lower back pain. We recommend a hybrid or innerspring mattress that offers even more support.
My Final Thoughts About the Boring AF Mattress
Let’s quickly break down some of my favorite things about this mattress, as well as some negative callouts.
Who I Recommend the Boring AF For
- The breathable cover, perforated foams, and gel-infused beads helped earn this bed 5 stars in cooling, making it a good choice for hot sleepers.
- Back sleepers of all body types will find tons of support that promotes proper spinal alignment.
- Sleepers who prefer a firm feel will love the Boring AF’s 8 out of 10 firmness level.
- Average-weight and heavy side sleepers will experience great spinal alignment and just a touch of plushness at the hips and shoulders.
Who I Don’t Recommend the Boring AF For
- People with mobility issues may need a more responsive bed with slightly stronger edge support.
- Those seeking deep sinkage and body contouring may not enjoy the firm, “on the bed” feel of the Boring AF.
Boring AF Pricing and Sizing
Most shoppers want a look at the price tag before even starting to make a decision, and this is especially true for major purchases like mattresses. Below, I’ll break down the Boring AF mattress’s price for each available size. Keep in mind, this is before discounts or sales, so you may get this bed for even cheaper.
| Size | Price |
| Twin | $795.00 |
| Twin XL | $895.00 |
| Full | $1095.00 |
| Queen | $1295.00 |
| King | $1795.00 |
| California King | $1795.00 |
Boring AF Policies
It’s important to read the fine print when buying a new mattress to ensure you’re getting the best experience for your money. Let’s take a quick glance at Boring’s company policies.
| Warranty | 10-year limited warranty |
| Sleep Trial Period | 365 nights |
| Shipping/Return Policy | Free shipping within the contiguous United States. Free returns within the sleep trial period. |
| Unboxing | The mattress arrives compressed in a box at your door, ready to be unwrapped and inflated. A queen only weighs 80 pounds, so this was one of the easier beds to unbox. |
| Full Rise | When we punctured the plastic, the mattress immediately rose to full size and was ready to sleep on within minutes. |
| Customer Reviews | 4.9 stars based on 339 customer reviews |
Boring AF vs. Competitor
In addition to the Boring AF, there are plenty of firm memory foam mattresses on the market. Let’s compare this bed to another popular online mattress, the Bear Original.
Boring AF vs Bear Original
Like the Boring mattress, the Bear is constructed with three layers of foam — a softer comfort layer, a denser transition layer, and a thick, ultra-firm base layer. We found this bed to be firm but not as firm as the Boring mattress, landing at a 7 out of 10 on our firmness scale. The Bear is easier to move around on, earning 4 stars for responsiveness, and has slightly stronger edge support, which earned 4.2 stars. However, we actually found less pressure relief on the Bear, and it earned an average pressure relief score of 3.5 stars. When we combined all our testing scores together, the Bear Original earned an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars to the Boring AF’s 4.4 stars.
- Price: The Boring AF is about $400 cheaper than the Bear Original at full retail.
- Sleeping position: Both mattresses are best suited to back sleepers and may feel slightly too firm to some side sleepers.
- Cooling: The Bear Original scored slightly lower in cooling, earning 4.5 stars, but it’s still a good choice for hot sleepers.
- Body weight: The Boring AF’s firmer support makes it better suited to heavy sleepers.
Read more in our full Bear Original mattress review.
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Other Models From Boring
When we tested the Boring All-Foam mattress, we also tested the brand’s hybrid model. Let’s take a look at how these two beds compare and which is a better choice for you.
Boring AF vs Boring Hybrid
Unlike the all-foam model, the Boring Hybrid contains a layer of innerspring coils that are wrapped in a layer of foam. Our testers thought this mattress offered more softness and cushioning, falling at a 6 out of 10 on our firmness scale. This makes it medium-soft, so it scored better in pressure relief, earning an average of 4.5 stars. However, the hybrid model scores lower in cooling, edge support, and motion isolation categories, with a lower overall score of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
- Price: The Boring Hybrid is $100 more expensive than the AF model.
- Sleeping position: Both mattresses are best suited to back sleepers, but side and stomach sleepers can also enjoy these beds depending on their firmness preference.
- Cooling: The Hybrid scored lower in cooling, earning 3.5 stars.
- Body weight: Heavy sleepers can appreciate the strong support from the coil layer, but some may find the bed too soft.
Our full Boring Hybrid mattress review is on its way!
Boring AF Hybrid
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Our Review Process
At Sleepopolis, our team of certified sleep science coaches personally test each mattress. We start by unboxing the mattress to figure out how difficult (or easy) it is to get the mattress from the box to the bed. Then, we spend time lying on the bed in different positions, taking time to assess it on our backs, stomachs, and sides. Next, we perform our Sleepopolis tests, using specialized tools to measure qualities like motion transfer, bounce, and pressure relief. Our last step is to open up the mattress and take a look at each layer. These steps allow us to give our final verdict on the mattress.
FAQs
Does the Boring AF mattress come with a sleep trial period?
Yes, the Boring AF comes with a 365-night sleep trial.
Does the Boring AF mattress come with a mattress warranty?
Yes, the Boring AF comes with a 10-year limited warranty.
How does the Boring AF mattress ship?
The mattress ships for free and arrives compressed in a box. Unboxing is very easy – simply take off the plastic wrap and puncture the plastic cover. The bed rises quickly and is ready to sleep on within minutes.
How firm is the Boring AF mattress?
We found the Boring AF solidly firm, falling at an 8 out of 10 on our mattress firmness scale. The bed is more supportive than pressure relieving, offering lots of lift that keeps the spine aligned.
What certifications does the Boring AF mattress have?
The foams used in the Boring AF are CertiPUR-US certified, which means they’ve been third-party tested against heavy metals and harmful chemicals.
