If you’re debating whether you should buy a soft or firm mattress, the Layla Flippable Memory Foam mattress might be your perfect match. This mattress comes with both a soft and a firm side, so you can try both and choose the firmness level you prefer. With an all-foam construction that includes plush, slow-moving memory foam and poly foam, the Layla allows for deep sinkage and body cradling on both sides of the bed. It also comes with a soft cover that is pretty darn cozy, in my expert opinion.
I’m a certified sleep science coach and have been testing and reviewing mattresses at Sleepopolis for three years. In our studio in Charlotte, NC, I’ve worked with a team of expert testers to evaluate more than 330 beds using our rigorous testing methodology. I’ve been trained to not only collect and analyze performance data, but to make very specific recommendations to sleepers based on their body type, sleeping position, and overall preferences.
Throughout our testing process, we also work closely with a network of medical professionals, such as board-certified doctors, registered nurses, sleep experts, and physical therapists. These professionals review our findings and ensure our recommendations are accurate from a medical perspective. We work especially closely with our Chief Medical Advisor, Dr. Raj Dasgupta MD, FACP, FFCCP, FAASM, who provides us with expert advice for different sleep styles and common sleep complaints.
When I tested the Layla mattress, I was impressed by its body contouring, which feels like a comforting hug. My fellow testers and I found it most compatible with back sleeping due to the balance between pressure relief and support. I also found good results in the side-sleeping position on the soft side of the mattress. In this Layla mattress review, I’ll cover the ins and outs of our tests and how the bed performed.
With both a soft side and a firm side, the Layla features foams that are both contouring and supportive. For more information, check out our video review.
What our tester says:
“Lightweight and average-weight back sleepers should find a balance between pressure relief and support on either side of the bed. Side sleepers should also be comfortable. and restless sleepers won’t disturb their partner with tossing and turning due to the excellent motion isolation.” – Riley Otis, staff writer and certified sleep science coach
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Overview
The Layla Memory Foam mattress is a 10.5-inch bed-in-a-box made entirely of foam with a flippable design. When the softer side is facing up, your body is cradled by three inches of memory foam and gently supported by a foam transition layer and a layer of dense polyfoam. When the bed is flipped to the firmer side, the body is lifted by the dense poly foam and finds more support and less sinkage.
The soft side has a medium-soft feel that falls at a 6 out of 10 on our mattress firmness scale. The firm side has a more medium-firm feel that’s just a tad firmer than average, falling at a 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale. Neither side is exceedingly firm, making this bed a great option for memory foam lovers seeking plush cushioning across the body.
When we tested this bed’s performance across multiple sleep categories, it particularly stood out from other beds in our motion isolation test. The foam layers did an excellent job of absorbing movement and preventing it from traveling across the mattress, with the soft side earning 5 stars and the firm side earning 4.7 stars. If you sleep with a tossing and turning partner, this bed could be the key to preventing you from constantly being woken up. When we averaged all our testing scores together, the Layla mattress earned 3.7 stars on both sides.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Review Video
For a glance inside the Layla, watch our review video. We’ve recently retested this mattress, so the test results in this video may slightly differ from our most recent findings.
Layla Mattress Sleepopolis Scores (Firm Side)
Layla Mattress Sleepopolis Scores (Soft Side)
Laya Mattress Comparison
- Brooklyn Bedding Plank Firm Mattress – Ultra-firm flippable mattress
- Layla Hybrid Mattress – Hybrid flippable mattress
- DLX Classic Mattress – Flippable with one firmness level
- Zenhaven Mattress – Luxury flippable mattress
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Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Value
We assess a mattress’s overall value by taking a look at its materials, its quality, and the overall performance on our tests and whether the price point is fair. All the foams inside the Layla are CertiPUR-US certified, which guarantees they’re made without ozone depleters, heavy metals, and other harmful chemicals. The bed also contains two layers of copper-infused memory foam, which Layla says acts as a “super-conductor” to absorb body heat and keep it away from the body.
The Layla comes at a very affordable price, with a queen size costing $1,099 at full retail. However, the brand runs frequent sales and offers competitive discounts on its mattresses, so there’s a high chance that you’ll end up spending even less.
Based on the materials, quality, performance, and price, I’d say the Layla has an excellent value. You’re not only getting two mattresses in one for a reasonable price, you’re ensuring no harmful chemicals enter your sleep sanctuary.
What Is the Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Made Of?
The best way to assess a mattress’s materials is by actually looking at them. We start by cutting into the side of the bed and examining each layer.
As I’ve mentioned, the Layla is a 10.5-inch flippable mattress that features both a firm and soft side. Regardless of how you orient the bed, both sides feature top and bottom layers of memory foam that sandwich a layer of poly foam.
Below, I’ll dive into the Layla’s construction when its soft side is facing up. If you flip it over and sleep on the firm side, the construction below will simply be reversed.
Cover – The cover is made from a thick polyester blend that has a soft, cozy feel.
Comfort Layer – First is a 3-inch layer of memory foam infused with copper gel beads. This foam has a slow response to pressure that allows for deep sinkage.
Transition Layer – Next is a layer of Layla’s Max Airflow foam, a poly foam with a firmer feel to prevent the sleeper from sinking too far.
Support Layer – Next, the mattress has a 4-inch layer of Layla’s Support Core foam. This acts as the bed’s foundation when the soft side is up and a transition layer when the firm side is up.
Base Layer – At its base you’ll find another layer of copper-infused memory foam. This layer is 2 inches thinner than the comfort layer, so you’ll mainly feel the support layer if you choose to sleep with the firmer side of the Layla facing up.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Firmness
When it comes to firmness, everyone has a different opinion. What feels very firm to me might feel medium-firm to you if you have a different preferred sleeping position or body type. To take bias out of the equation, we invited multiple expert testers to lie on the mattress on their side, back, and stomach. Each tester provided their personal firmness rating, and then we found the average to create the bed’s final firmness score. Mattress firmness is rated on a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 is the softest and 10 is the firmest. For reference, a score of 6.5 out of 10 represents a true medium-firm feel, which is the most common and popular mattress firmness.
The soft side of the Layla ended up falling at a 6 out of 10 on our firmness scale. This means it has a medium-soft feel that should allow for a bit of sinkage and contouring around the body. This feel is mainly provided by the thick memory foam comfort layer that gently cradles the sleeper.
The firmer side falls at a 7 out of 10 on our firmness scale, meaning it has a medium-firm feel that leans slightly firmer than average. Since the memory foam layer is only 1-inch thick on this side, you’ll experience more lift from the thicker polyfoam layer.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Performance
In addition to a mattress’s materials and firmness, how it performs on our tests helps determine which sleepers it’s most compatible with. I grabbed my fellow testers Sosha Lewis, Erin Chiles, Asha Birjah, and Marten Carlson to help me assess the Layla’s pressure relief, motion isolation, responsiveness, cooling, and edge support.
We performed both subjective and objective tests in our Sleepopolis studio to better understand how the bed feels for different body types and sleeping positions. Below, I’ll briefly explain each test and the Layla’s results.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Pressure Relief Performance
Regardless of your sleeping position and weight, pressure relief is an important factor to pay attention to. When we asked our Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Raj Dasgupta, he stressed the importance of memory foam that provides cushioning around the hips and shoulders and support at the lower back so that tension doesn’t build up in those areas when they dig into a mattress.
To test each mattress for how well it relieves pressure, we start by rolling a specialized mat onto the surface of the bed, and then we lie on it in the back- and side-sleeping positions. The mat senses where pressure is beginning to form along the body and uses thermal imaging technology to create a color-coded graphic of our sleeper. Areas on the body displayed in blue and green indicate good pressure relief, which is what we’re looking for. Red and yellow indicate pressure is building and the sleeper may experience pain over time.
Your body type largely influences how a mattress may feel for you. While heavier sleepers (over 230 pounds) sink further into a mattress’s layers, lightweight sleepers (less than 130 pounds) find less sinkage and typically experience beds as firmer than average. To get a wide range of opinions, we invited three testers with different body types into the studio to help us out.
When we flipped the Layla to its soft side, our testers provided an average pressure relief score of 3.3 stars in the side-sleeping position and 4 stars in the back-sleeping position. They experienced slightly more pressure on the firm side, and gave it an average score of 3 stars in the side-sleeping position and 3.3 stars in the back-sleeping position. When we averaged the two positions, the soft side earned an overall pressure relief score of 3.7 stars, and the firm side earned an overall score of 3.2 stars.
When testing the Layla in a side-sleeping position, our testers felt most comfortable on the soft side. With the soft side facing up, our average-weight tester Erin Chiles said, “The more I lay here, the more it conforms to my body. I have zero pressure in my lower back or shoulder, and my spine feels very aligned.” When she tried the firm side of the bed in this position, she said, “My shoulder isn’t sinking in enough, causing pressure to form there. My spine feels aligned but I feel consistent pressure down my body from the firmness of this bed.” Her average side-sleeping pressure in pounds per square inch (PSI) was 16.63 on the soft side and 15.89 on the firm side, which is just a smidge higher than the average side-sleeping PSI of 14.9 across all mattresses.
Lightweight tester Asha Birjah felt similar contouring and spinal alignment when side sleeping on the soft side, and she echoed Erin’s statement of feeling pressure buildup at her shoulder when she tried the firm side. Our heavy tester Marten Carlson agreed, saying he felt less pressure relief from the firm side. However, he experienced too much sinkage on the soft side to achieve proper spinal alignment. His side-sleeping PSI for the soft and firm sides were 20.44 and 18.75, respectively. Since this is well above the 14.9 average, we don’t recommend this bed to side sleepers over 230 pounds.
Our testers found the soft side of the Layla mattress more compatible with back sleeping than side sleeping. Our lightweight and average-weight testers both had PSI scores lower than the overall average back-sleeping PSI of 12.4. This indicates that these body types will find adequate pressure relief when back sleeping on the soft side. Erin said, “The bed is conforming to my body, and I have support in my lumbar region. I’m feeling no pain in my upper back and my spine is nicely aligned.” Our heavy tester had a slightly higher back-sleeping PSI than average, coming in at 13.4, but he did report cushioning at his lumbar region. Still, we wouldn’t recommend this bed to heavy back sleepers, who will likely need more support to promote better spinal alignment.
When we flipped to the firm side of the Layla, our testers felt more support, which made back sleeping feel even better. As with the soft side, our light and average-weight testers had PSI scores lower than the 12.4 back-sleeping average on the firm side. Asha said, “It’s conforming well to my entire body while providing cushioning at my lumbar region, and I don’t feel any specific points of pressure.” Marten’s PSI was slightly higher at 14.4, and while he felt some cushioning at his lumbar region, he still didn’t get enough support to completely align his spine.
I realize that was a lot of information — three testers, two sleeping positions, and two sides of the bed. Allow me to quickly recap what we found. The soft side of the Layla was more comfortable for our testers when side sleeping. The firm side provided more support when back sleeping. Neither side was quite supportive enough for heavy sleepers in either sleeping position.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattrss Motion Isolation
If you sleep with a partner, motion isolation is crucial in a mattress. If your partner tends to toss and turn at night, a bed with good motion isolation will absorb their motion at the source and prevent it from traveling across the mattress and disrupting your sleep. If you tend to be easily awakened, this can ensure more restful sleep. Proper motion isolation can also speak to a mattress’s overall quality and comfort, according to Dr. Raj. We evaluate this factor using a ripple test and a partner test. The Layla earned an overall motion isolation score of 5 stars on the soft side and 4.7 stars on the firm side, which is some of the best motion isolation I have ever tested.
We start our ripple test by placing a full tub of water on the side of the mattress. Then, we get in and out of bed on the other side and switch between sleeping positions. We observe the water’s movement inside the tub and whether it slightly ripples or splashes up the sides. The more still the water is, the better the bed’s motion isolation. When I performed this test on the soft side, I saw zero movement inside the tub. The water remained still with no ripples at all, so I gave it 5 out of 5 stars for both getting in bed and switching positions. On the firm side, there was a tiny bit more movement inside the tub, but I didn’t see anything bigger than a few small ripples. These are excellent results, so the firm side also earned 5 stars on this test.
Next is our partner test, where we swap the water tub for another human. For this test, I lay in bed wearing a blindfold while my testing partner climbed into bed and rolled around next to me to see whether I could feel their movements. I gave the soft side 5 stars for this test because I could barely feel my partner at all when they moved around, and I didn’t even detect when they got into bed. I felt slightly more motion on the firm side, but it was still very subtle. I don’t think a partner’s movement would wake you up on this bed, even if you sleep very lightly, so I gave the firm side 4 stars for the partner test.
Based on these scores, I would definitely recommend this bed to couples, especially those who are easily awakened or tend to toss and turn. Since I couldn’t even feel my partner getting in and out of bed, I don’t think your sleep will be disturbed by normal nighttime movements.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Responsiveness
When we talk about responsiveness, we’re referring to how quickly the bed returns to its original shape after weight has been applied. Typically, memory foam mattresses like the Layla are less responsive because the foam is designed to hold its shape after pressure is applied. This also makes them less bouncy. Low responsiveness isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but it can make it more difficult to move around. We put the Layla through four responsiveness tests to create an overall score of 2 stars for the soft side and 3 stars for the firm side.
Switch test: This first subjective test is simple. I lay on the bed, switch from my back to my side to my stomach, and observe how easy it was to move around. I gave the soft side 2 stars for this test because the foam’s sinkage trapped me in the bed, making it harder to move from one position to the next. It was easier to move around on the firm side but still required some effort, so I gave that side 3 stars. I felt less trapped by the foam on this side, but there was still no bounce to help ease the transition between positions.
Responsiveness test: Next, I collected data that shows how long it takes for the mattress to return to its original shape. I grabbed a 53-pound kettlebell and placed it on the bed for seven seconds. Then, I pulled the weight up and used a stopwatch to record how long it took the bed to rise back. The memory foam in the Layla is very slow-moving, and it took well over two seconds for the mattress to bounce back on both the soft and firm sides. Both sides only earned 1 star for this test, which is pretty typical for an all-foam mattress.
Sinkage test: For this test, I grabbed the kettlebell again and placed it on the center of the mattress, allowing it to fully sink. Then I used a ruler to measure how many inches the weight sank. It sank 4.5 inches on the soft side and 4 inches on the firm side, which are both higher than the 3.3-inch average. This means both mattresses fall in the “deep sinkage” category.
Bounce test: Our final test gives us an idea of exactly how bouncy the mattress is. A tester climbs a ladder until they’re 6 feet above the bed and then drops a 25-pound steel ball onto its surface. A measuring tape on the wall allows us to see how many inches the ball rebounded. The ball bounced 2 inches into the air on both sides of the Layla. This is much lower than the 15.8-inch average, so this bed is classified as having “low bounce.”
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Cooling
If night sweats are a common occurrence, you’re probably a hot sleeper. These sleepers should pay attention to the bed’s cooling performance and whether it’s likely to help regulate your body temperature and prevent heat from getting trapped. We tested the Layla’s cooling using a thermal gun, a cover test, and a feel test to create a final cooling score of 3.5 stars on both the soft and firm sides.
Thermal Gun test: This test provides us with an objective look at the bed’s cooling abilities and how it reacts to body heat. First, I recorded the initial temperature of the Layla using a thermal gun. Next, I lay on the bed for 5 minutes and then recorded the mattress’s temperature again and calculated the difference. If the mattress temperature increases by fewer than 5 degrees during this test, 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 soft side’s temperature went from 66 degrees to 75.4 degrees, a 9.4-degree increase. The firm side’s temperature went from 65.6 degrees to 74.6 degrees, a 9-degree increase. Since the temperature increase was between 5 and 10 degrees on both sides, we consider it to have good cooling abilities.
Cover test: Before I began the thermal gun test, I felt the surface of the mattress. While I noticed it felt super-soft under my hand, it wasn’t cool to the touch, which is something we look for when recommending beds to hot sleepers. The cover felt more temperature neutral — not cool, but not warm either.
Feel test: When I was lying on the Layla for 5 minutes, I paid attention to my body temperature and whether I could feel the bed warming beneath me. I noticed both sides starting to warm up the longer I lay there; however, I wouldn’t say it ever felt exceedingly hot or stuffy. Since the bed has an all-foam construction with no space inside, there was very little airflow. The copper infusion in the memory foam is supposed to help draw heat away from the body, so I think the bed would have felt much warmer without this cooling infusion.
Based on the Layla’s performance in this category, I wouldn’t recommend it to sleepers who tend to overheat at night. These folks should seek a mattress that’s a bit more breathable and contains more cooling technology. However, I think non-hot sleepers will find the temperature of this bed comfortable and won’t wake up sweaty.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Edge Support
Edge support refers to — you guessed it — the support provided by the mattress’s edges. When the perimeter of the bed is strong, it feels just as supportive as the very center of the bed. This allows solo sleepers and couples alike to fully spread out and use the entire surface of the mattress, which can make the bed feel even bigger. We also recommend strong edge support to people with mobility issues, as they can rely on the edge of the bed to help get in and out. We tested the Layla’s edge support using a tape measure test, a seated test, and a full body test to create an overall score of 3.4 stars for the soft side and 4 stars for the firm side.
Tape Measure test: The tape measure test, also called the weighted edge support test, uses weighted plates that are stacked on top of each other to simulate different weight classes. We create three stacks: a 99-pound stack, a 154-pound stack, and a 198-pound stack. Then, we take turns placing a stack directly onto the edge of the bed and measuring its sinkage.
From lightest to heaviest weight stack, the sinkage went from 2.5 inches to 3 inches to 4.5 inches on the soft side. On the firm side, the sinkage went from 1 inch to 2 inches to 2.5 inches. Since the dense support foam layer is closer to the top layer of the bed on the firm side, it helped prevent too much sinkage.
Seated test: Next, I sat directly on the side of the mattress and stood up several times. I paid attention to how secure I felt and whether I thought I was about to slip off the bed. On the soft side, I noticed a ton of sinkage and collapsing of layers. When I sat down with more force, I almost sank all the way down, so I gave this side 1 star for the seated test.
On the firm side, I felt a bit more secure, but I still felt unstable and like I was about to fall, so I gave it 2 stars. I wouldn’t recommend this mattress to people with mobility issues, as they won’t be able to rely on the edges for support when getting in and out of bed.
Full body test: I wrapped up this test by lying directly on the edge of the bed in all three sleeping positions and observing how secure I felt. On the soft side, I found the edge support just okay on my back and stomach. I could feel a difference in lift depending on which side of my body was closest to the center of the bed. When I lay on my side, I actually fell off the bed. Once my body sank completely down, the foam layers compressed and I slipped right off. I gave the soft side 2 stars for the full body test.
On the firm side, I felt slightly more stable, however, I still found the center of the bed more supportive than the edges. Although I didn’t fall off the mattress, I still felt unstable when lying on my side, and I was very conscious of how close to the edge I was. Since the layers compressed less on the firm side, I gave this side of the Layla 3 stars for the full body test.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Performance for Couples
If you sleep with a partner, you should pay attention to a mattress’s performance in cooling, responsiveness, edge support, and motion isolation. Based on the Layla’s results in these categories, I think it could be a good choice for some couples, but there are a few things you’ll want to take note of.
When it comes to motion isolation, this bed knocked it out of the park. You won’t need to worry about your tossing and turning disturbing your partner, and even light sleepers are unlikely to feel their partner’s movement. The mattress also had good cooling abilities, so I think most couples won’t need to worry about overheating. However, if one or both partners sleep hot, you may want a bed with more cooling materials and an airier construction.
Since the Layla’s edge support was subpar, you’re unlikely to be able to fully spread out and sleep right up to the edge on full and queen-size mattresses. I would recommend a king-size mattress or larger to couples to allow plenty of room to sprawl. The low responsiveness may also pose an issue for sexually active couples, as you’ll likely find it difficult to easily move around and switch positions due to the slow-moving foam.
Other Performance Factors to Consider
The aforementioned tests covered a lot, but we’re not quite done with the Layla. There are a few more elements you might want to consider before clicking “buy now.”
Sex
When it comes to sex, responsiveness, edge support, and cooling are the most important tests to look at. As I mentioned in the couples section, responsiveness is important to sexually active couples, as a decent level of bounce can help aid the transition between positions. Since I found the Layla difficult to move around on with very minimal bounce, it may not be the best mattress for sex. The poor edge support means you won’t be able to use the entire surface of the bed during the act and will likely only feel stable in the center. I also don’t think this bed is quite cooling enough for sex. While the Layla is temperature-neutral, sex can get hot and sweaty, and the mattress won’t do much to mitigate that.
Noise
Our tester Sosha Lewis evaluated the Layla for noise and found it to be perfectly quiet. She didn’t notice any creaks or squeaks when switching positions, sitting, or pressing down on the layers, so she gave it 5 stars in this category.
Base Compatibility
If you own an adjustable base, the Layla might not be the most compatible bed. Sosha placed the mattress on an adjustable base in our studio and put it on the zero gravity setting. She noticed a large gap where the bed and base didn’t quite meet, and she also noticed the cover scrunching up when the head and leg elevation increased. The bed conformed better to the base when two testers lay on it, but she thought the bunching cover would still annoy most sleepers, especially when sheets are applied.
Durability
A mattress is a major purchase and something you’ll want to get many years of use out of. We assess durability by looking at the materials, support, edge support, and warranty. If the bed has consistent support, the chances of premature sagging are lower. High-quality materials are less likely to deteriorate over the years. To round out my evaluation, I also peek at the warranty, as it shows how long the company expects its product to last.
Overall, I think the Layla is a fairly durable bed, but I don’t see it lasting a lifetime. In general, all-foam mattresses tend to be less durable because they don’t include steel innerspring coils that help maintain their shape. Although the foams are Certi-PUR US certified and free from harmful substances, this doesn’t necessarily speak to their overall support. As we saw during the edge support test, the center of the bed is much more stable than the perimeter, so I could see the sides starting to dip after a few years. It’s also not supportive enough for sleepers who weigh over 230 pounds. However, Layla does offer a lifetime warranty on this mattress, so the brand is confident in the bed’s ability to last. If you do notice premature sagging or large indentations, be sure to take advantage of that lengthy warranty.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Performance Scores
| Test | Soft Side Score | Firm Side Score | Average Score |
| Firmness | 6 | 7 | 6.7 |
| Pressure Relief Side | 3.3 | 3 | 3.5 |
| Back Pressure Relief | 4 | 3.3 | 4 |
| Motion Isolation | 5 | 4.7 | 4 |
| Responsiveness | 2 | 3 | 4.2 |
| Cooling | 3.5 | 3.5 | 4.1 |
| Edge Support | 3.4 | 4 | 4 |
| Bounce Height | 2 inches | 2 inches | 16.3 inches |
| Bounce Rating | Low | Low | Moderate |
| Sinkage | Deep | Moderate | Moderate |
| Sex Score | 3 | 3.5 | N/A |
| Noise | 5 | 5 | 4.5 |
| Off-Gassing | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Trial Period | 4 | 4 | 4.3 |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 | 4.6 |
| Full Rise | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Unboxing/Moving | N/A | N/A | 3.5 |
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Sleeping Position and Body Weight
As I mentioned several times throughout this article, your body type and preferred sleeping position are primary factors that determine how a mattress will feel for you. For example, a bed could feel soft with lots of sinkage to a heavy sleeper and firm with minimal cushioning to a lightweight sleeper. To take the guesswork out of the equation, I’ve broken down how the bed will likely feel for sleepers in each weight category on their backs, sides, and stomachs.
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 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 Layla Flippable Memory Foam a Good Mattress for Light Sleepers (Under 130 pounds)?
- Light Back Sleepers – Both sides of the bed should provide a balance between spinal support and pressure relief for these sleepers.
- Light Side Sleepers – The soft side will offer more sinkage around the hips and shoulders than the firm side. However, the firm side is still compatible with sleepers who prefer a firmer feel.
- Light Stomach Sleepers – The firm side should provide enough lift at the hips to promote spinal alignment for lightweight sleepers, but the soft side will allow for too much sinkage and may lead to lower back pain.
Is the Layla Flippable Memory Foam a Good Mattress for Average-Weight Sleepers (130–230 pounds)?
- Average-Weight Back Sleepers – Both sides are great for these sleepers, with the firm side offering slightly more lift and support and the soft side allowing for more cushioning and sinkage.
- Average-Weight Side Sleepers – The soft side could be compatible with these sleepers. However, the firm side is likely to cause pressure buildup at the shoulders.
- Average-Weight Stomach Sleepers – Both sides of the mattress are too plush to keep the hips in line with the shoulders. These sleepers should seek a firmer bed with more support.
Is the Layla Flippable Memory Foam a Good Mattress for Heavy Sleepers (over 230 pounds)?
- Heavy Back Sleepers – The Layla is not supportive enough to keep heavy sleepers’ spines properly aligned in any position.
- Heavy Side Sleepers – See above.
- Heavy Stomach Sleepers – See above.
My Final Thoughts About the Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress
Let’s quickly go over my favorite things about the Layla mattress, as well as some negatives.
Who I Recommend the Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress For
- Lightweight and average-weight back sleepers should find a balance between pressure relief and support on either side of the bed.
- Restless sleepers won’t disturb their partner with tossing and turning due to the excellent motion isolation.
- This mattress comes at a very affordable price, making it great for budget shoppers.
- People seeking a classic memory foam feel can appreciate the all-foam construction and slow-moving foams.
Who I Don’t Recommend the Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress For
- Sleepers over 230 pounds should seek a firmer mattress with a stronger support system to ensure proper spinal alignment.
- This bed isn’t very responsive or bouncy, which makes it harder for combination sleepers to switch between sleeping positions.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress Pricing and Sizing
Price is something most shoppers take into consideration before making a major purchase. Luckily, the Layla is a great budget buy, so you’ll get a quality mattress without breaking the bank. Below, I’ll break down each size offered and how much it costs before discounts.
| Size | Dimensions | Price |
| Twin | 38″ x 75″ | $749.00 |
| Twin XL | 38″ x 80″ | $849.00 |
| Full | 54″ x 75″ | $999.00 |
| Queen | 60″ x 80″ | $1099.00 |
| King | 76″ x 80″ | $1249.00 |
| California King | 72″ x 84″ | $1249.00 |
Layla Policies
Reading the fine print is important before purchasing a new mattress. Let’s take a quick look at Layla’s company policies.
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty |
| Sleep Trial Period | 120 nights |
| Shipping/Returns | Free shipping on all mattresses within the contiguous United States. Shipping fees are applied for Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada. Free returns using their return form, and the mattress will be donated to a local charity or non-profit. |
| Unboxing | You may need a hand to help unbox, but most people should be able to unbox and move the mattress on their own, |
| Full Rise | The mattress begins to inflate immediately after unboxing and takes a few hours to fully rise. |
| Customer Reviews | This bed has over 8,500+ customer reviews on Layla’s website, however the average customer rating is not provided. |
Layla Flippable Memory Foam Mattress vs. Competitors
If you’re seeking a flippable mattress, the Layla isn’t the only option on the market. Let’s see how it compares to the Plank Firm mattress by Brooklyn Bedding.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam vs. Plank Firm
Like the Layla, the Plank Firm is a flippable mattress with an all-foam construction. However, the Plank is much firmer (as its name suggests), with its firm side falling at a 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale and the extra-firm side falling at a 9 out of 10. This bed is great for sleepers wanting the firmest mattress possible.
- Price: These beds are priced very similarly, with the Plank’s larger sizes being slightly more expensive.
- Sleeping position: The Layla is better for side and back sleepers, while the Plank is better for stomach and back sleepers.
- Cooling: The extra-firm side of the Plank performed the best on our cooling test, scoring 4.5 stars. In comparison, the Plank’s regular firm side scored 3 stars, and the Layla scored 3.5 stars on both sides.
- Body weight: The Plank Firm is more compatible with sleepers over 230 pounds.
Read more in our full Brooklyn Bedding Plank Firm mattress review. Or check out more flippable beds in our best flippable mattress roundup.
Brooklyn Bedding Plank Firm Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Other Models From Layla
If you’re curious about Layla, I’m here to break down the brand’s other flippable mattress and how it compares to the Flippable Memory Foam mattress reviewed here.
Layla Flippable Memory Foam vs. Layla Flippable Hybrid
If memory foam isn’t your favorite, Layla also offers a flippable hybrid mattress that contains both foam and individually wrapped coils. Like the Layla Memory Foam model, the Layla Hybrid has a soft side and a firm side. Just like the Memory Foam, the Hybrid’s firm side falls at a 7 out of 10 on our firmness scale. However, the Hybrid’s soft side falls at a 5 out of 10, which is much softer than the Memory Foam’s soft side (a 6 out of 10).
- Price: The Layla Hybrid mattress is more expensive than the memory foam model.
- Sleeping position: The Hybrid is more versatile since the two sides sport drastically different firmnesses. At least one of the sides will work for your sleeping position and weight.
- Cooling: The inclusion of breathable coils allows for more airflow in the hybrid model, which earned it 4.5 stars for cooling.
- Body weight: We don’t recommend either mattress to sleepers over 230 pounds.
Read more in our full Layla Flippable Hybrid mattress review.
Layla Hybrid Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
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
Can you flip the Layla mattress?
Yes, the Layla Memory Foam is a flippable bed that has a soft side and a firm side. The soft side is medium-soft, falling at a 6 out of 10 on our firmness scale. The firm side is medium-firm, but leans just a tad towards the firm side, coming in at a 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale.
How long does the Layla take to ship?
Layla mattresses are made-to-order, so the company will start constructing your bed as soon as you place your order. The entire manufacturing process typically takes 1 to 3 business days depending on the size you ordered. The time it takes to arrive at your door depends on your location, and all deliveries are made by FedEx.
How does the Layla ship?
The Layla will arrive compressed in a box at your doorstep ready to be unwrapped. Shipping is free within the contiguous U.S., with an additional charge applied to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada orders.
Does the Layla have a mattress warranty?
Yes, the Layla comes with a lifetime warranty, which we gave 5 stars.
Does the Layla come with a sleep trial period?
Yes, Layla offers a 120-night sleep trial. You can return the mattress for a full refund within the trial period. However, shipping fees are non-refundable outside the contiguous U.S.
Does the Layla have an off-gassing period?
Yes. After unboxing the mattress, you should wait at least 24 hours for the foams to fully decompress and release any trapped gasses. Any remaining scent should dissipate after a day or two.
Sources
- CLC Team. (2016). Home – CertiPUR-US. CertiPUR-US. https://certipur.us/
- What is Copper Infused Memory Foam and why is it better? (2024, September 9). Layla Sleep. https://help.laylasleep.com/hc/en-us/articles/360008016753-What-is-Copper-Infused-Memory-Foam-and-why-is-it-better?keyword=&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADRjAXJc6zCxTSOuGqAnoRafa0npZ&gclid=Cj0KCQjwh_i_BhCzARIsANimeoFGSg7iyTTPSbTPIORByfoHqEiRe0f_0N6zHMp48XUVFNGYnudNDQIaApjjEALw_wcB
