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Avocado Luxury Organic Mattress Review: Our Testers Say This Nontoxic Mattress Is So Comfortable
Avocado mattresses have risen in popularity along with demand for sustainable, nontoxic materials, and we put the brand's high-end Avocado Luxury Organic Mattress to the test to determine whether it was worth the $4,800-plus price tag. The short answer? Yes, if you appreciate plush, marshmallowy comfort, and if its slew of safety certifications helps you sleep better at night.
Our 13-person testing panel praised the Avocado Luxury Organic Mattress for its cloud-like comfort. ILLUSTRATION: FORBES / PHOTO: RETAILER
Avocado is our favorite organic mattress brand because it touts more eco-friendly certifications than most of its competitors while also offering a range of firmness profiles to accommodate different sleepers. The Luxury Organic bed comes in three firmness levels—standard, plush and ultra plush—and our 13-person testing panel tried out the plush version of this bed. It's also worth noting that the softer models incur an upcharge; for a queen size, the plush version costs $800 more and the ultra plush costs $2,000 more than the standard bed.
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Type: Hybrid | Brand firmness rating: Ultra plush (3), plush (5) or medium (6) | Height: 13, 14 or 15 inches | Shipping: In-home delivery starting at $249 | Trial: 365 nights | Warranty: 25 years
Best for: People with allergies
Those who prioritize nontoxic materials and sustainability
Side, back and combination sleepers
Skip if: You prefer a firm mattress, such as stomach sleepers and those over 250 pounds
You want top-notch motion isolation and edge support
You don't want to spend extra on plush and ultra-plush versions
Overall, our testing panel praised the plush model of the Luxury Organic bed for its ultra-soft and cradling feel. Based on this feedback, we named it the best organic option in our guide to the best luxury mattresses. 'This feels incredible to side sleep on,' says Forbes Vetted senior mattress and sleep editor Bridget Chapman, a dedicated side sleeper. 'It's like a giant fluffy cloud that envelops you in the best way.' Another tester adds, 'All of my pressure points sink in and are cradled in comfort. This is a top upgrade pick for side sleepers who want a statement bed that's the centerpiece of their bedroom.' We also found it's optimal for most back sleepers, but those over 250 pounds or with back pain should consider a firmer bed like the PlushBeds Royal Bliss or the Beautyrest Black.
The Avocado Luxury Organic comes in three firmness levels—medium, plush and ultra plush—although the softer models come at an additional cost and have thick pillow tops. For every model, the brand sprinkles in a few touches to make your sleeping experience more luxurious, including over a dozen body-hugging comfort layers made from organic and natural latex, wool, silk, hemp and cotton. 'This definitely feels luxurious, particularly given its height and how plush this mattress is,' says one of our testers. 'It seems similar to what you would expect in a hotel mattress, and overall, I'm impressed.' Lastly, the mattress holds high 'green' standards and has earned certifications from Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS), Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Greenguard Gold, Oeko-Tex and the Rainforest Alliance, to name a few.
For anyone who prioritizes both comfort and nontoxic materials, the Avocado Luxury Organic Mattress is well worth the investment (especially considering how much time you'll be spending in it). As a final tip, if you opt for the Ultra Plush model, keep in mind that its 15-inch height requires you to use deep-pocket sheets .
