Maxim Mattress Reviews

Maxim Mattress shows up in Los Angeles showrooms and specialty retailers, yet it still feels like a brand many shoppers overlook. We tested the lineup to see how it holds up in real bedrooms, and to answer the questions we keep getting about the Windsor and the cooling models.

For this round, we focused on the four main models listed in Maxim’s core lineup: The Windsor Mattress, Glacier Silk Pro, Newport Cooling Mattress, and Glacier Silk. Together, they cover hybrid and all-foam builds, with cooling fabrics like Arctic Breeze and brand features such as PermaCold Gel and OrthoCoils+ pocketed coils. All four are handcrafted in California.

I’m Chris Miller. I ran this test cycle with Marcus Reed, Carlos Alvarez, Mia Chen, Jenna Brooks, Jamal Davis, and Ethan Cole. Over several weeks, we rotated the beds through different sleepers and positions, tracked temperature shifts, pressure-point flare-ups, and wake-ups, then compared notes and measurements.

What does Maxim’s lineup look like?

What stood out in our testing?

The four Maxim models feel distinct in use. The Windsor is a plush latex hybrid with a stable edge and a lively surface. Glacier Silk Pro feels colder at first contact and stays cooler for longer stretches, while Newport and Glacier Silk bring that cooling idea into all-foam builds.

Across sleepers, the hybrids scored best for keeping hips level and for easy position changes. The all-foam options muted motion better for couples, and our lighter side sleeper preferred the plusher foam feel for shoulder pressure.

How the models compare

How we tested these mattresses

We scored these mattresses using the same repeatable checks we use across brands. We rotated different body types and sleep positions, tested firmness options where available, and logged results against consistent metrics.

For support, we combined pressure-map readings with spine checks and long back-sleep holds. We watched hip and shoulder alignment and noted any next-morning lower-back fatigue.

Pressure relief focused on side sleeping. We tracked shoulder and hip discomfort over longer stretches instead of relying on quick showroom impressions.

Cooling tests mixed warm and cool sleepers and different bedding weights. We measured surface temperature drop with an infrared thermometer, then compared the numbers with what the surface felt like after several minutes.

Motion isolation used partner movement and drop tests with weighted bags. We logged how far movement traveled and how quickly it faded.

Responsiveness came from timed roll tests and gentle bounce checks, with notes on how easily the surface let sleepers change position.

Durability scoring looked at materials and build details such as edge structures, coil systems where used, and early body impressions during the test period.

Each metric used a 3.0–5.0 scale, where 3.0 is acceptable and 5.0 is category-leading. Overall scores reflect who a mattress fits best, not a simple average.

Maxim Mattress: Our Testing Experience

The Windsor Mattress

Our Testing Experience

The Windsor felt like the “anchor” of the lineup. The Euro top starts soft, then the latex adds spring, and the coils keep hips from dropping. Rolling from back to side felt smooth, without the slow sink you get from thick memory foam.

Edge support was a standout. Sitting near the perimeter stayed stable for our heavier tester, and sleeping close to the side didn’t feel risky. It sleeps closer to cool-neutral than icy, but the cotton cover and ventilated latex avoided heat buildup.

Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Deep pressure relief from latex + plush Euro top	Too plush for people wanting an extra-firm feel
Strong edge support from OrthoCoils+ perimeter	Heavy, not shipped as a compact boxed mattress
Excellent alignment for average-to-heavy back sleepers	Not compatible with many adjustable bases due to steel perimeter
Breathable organic cotton cover and ventilated latex	Runs cooler than basic foam, yet not the coldest Maxim option

Details

• Price:From about $1,299 for smaller sizes, higher for queen and king
• Type:Hybrid mattresswith pocketed coils and foam comfort stack
• Height:13 inches, measured from base to crown
• Cover:Organic cotton quilted with SmartFoam HD, soft hand feel
• Comfort layers: Quilted SmartFoam HD,1" natural Talalay latex, additional SmartFoam HD, transition foam
• Support core:OrthoCoils+ pocketed coil systemwith steel perimeter rod
• Edge design:Full foam encasementaround coil unit
• Firmness feel: Super plush, luxury Euro-top style, single comfort profile
• Cooling: Breathable cotton cover plus ventilated latex, neutral-cool feel
• Pressure relief: High, especially for side sleepers over about 150 pounds
• Responsiveness: Fast response from latex and coils, easy repositioning
• Durability: High, due to coil count near 996 in queen and robust perimeter system
• Shipping: Delivered as a traditional, non-boxed mattress, often with in-home delivery through dealers
• Trial period: Depends on retailer; Maxim’s own materials do not advertise a distinct long sleep trial
• Warranty:10-Year Platinum Warranty, withoptional Forever Warranty+on some channels

Review Score

Metric	Score	Remarks
Support	4.7	Keeps hips level for average and heavier bodies on back and stomach.
Pressure Relief	4.8	Plush Euro top and latex create a deep cradle for shoulders and hips.
Cooling	4.2	Sleeps neutral-cool; cotton and latex help, but no aggressive cooling fabric.
Motion Isolation	4.0	Coils add some bounce, yet pocketing and foam still protect partners fairly well.
Responsiveness	4.7	Latex and coil combo lets combination sleepers move without resistance.
Durability	4.8	High coil count, steel perimeter, quality foams signal long usable life.
Edge Support	4.7	Sitting and sleeping near the edge feel secure for heavy testers.
Off-Gassing	4.3	Mild new-mattress smell that faded quickly in normal ventilation.
Value for Money	4.4	Premium price yet construction and comfort justify the spend for many sleepers.
Overall Score	4.6	A plush, durable latex hybrid that suits a wide range of combination sleepers.

Glacier Silk Pro

Our Testing Experience

Glacier Silk Pro felt like a climate change. The Arctic Breeze cover stays cool-to-the-touch, and the gel layer spreads heat instead of letting it pool under the body.

Support stayed consistent for heavier bodies and for back sleeping. Motion control was solid for a hybrid, though sensitive partners still noticed more bounce than on Newport. The 14-inch profile also gives it a tall, hotel-style feel.

Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Strong active cooling from Arctic Breeze fabric and PermaCold Gel	Higher price tier within Maxim lineup
Hybrid support with OrthoCoils+ for heavier sleepers	More bounce than very motion-sensitive couples may like
14" profile with substantial presence and cushioning	Single comfort personality; no softest-plush or extra-firm variants
Good mix of contouring and pushback for combination sleepers	Heavy to move; easier with professional delivery teams

Details

• Price:From around $1,399, depending on size and dealer
• Type:Hybrid cooling mattress
• Height:14 inches total, tall profile
• Cover:Arctic Breeze cooling fabric, silky, cool-to-the-touch sensation
• Comfort layers:PermaCold Gel foam, additional foams for contour and pressure spread
• Support core:OrthoCoils+ pocketed coil system, with listed coil counts up to about 996 in king
• Firmness feel: Luxury medium-plush, supportive under the gel surface
• Cooling: Arctic Breeze fabric plus gel designed for 2X cooling effect compared with basic foams
• Pressure relief: Strong, especially for back and side sleepers over about 150 pounds
• Responsiveness: Quick rebound from hybrid structure, good for restless sleepers
• Durability: High, due to coil system, height, and robust foam stack
• Edge support: Solid, helped by coil design and perimeter structure
• Shipping: Sold as a traditional mattress, frequently delivered via white-glove partners
• Trial period: No brandwide long trial advertised; retailers may offer 90–120 day comfort windows
• Warranty: Eligible for Maxim’s standard coverage, withForever Warranty+available on select channels

Review Score

Metric	Score	Remarks
Support	4.6	Hybrid core holds heavier hips and backs very level through the night.
Pressure Relief	4.5	Gel comfort stack eases shoulders while keeping a slightly firmer base feel.
Cooling	4.9	Arctic Breeze cover and gel produce a clearly cooler surface for hot sleepers.
Motion Isolation	4.3	Better than many hybrids, yet more bounce than Maxim’s all-foam models.
Responsiveness	4.6	Rotating between positions feels easy, even for restless sleepers like Ethan.
Durability	4.7	Tall build, quality coil unit, and dense foams signal strong longevity.
Edge Support	4.5	Sitting and kneeling near the perimeter stay stable for heavier bodies.
Off-Gassing	4.3	Mild factory smell at first; ventilation cleared it in short order.
Value for Money	4.3	Premium pricing matched by cooling tech and support for difficult sleepers.
Overall Score	4.6	Flagship hybrid for hot sleepers who still want strong structure and bounce.

Newport Cooling Mattress

Our Testing Experience

Newport is the most classic all-foam feel of the group. The cool-touch cover hits first, then the gel foam gives a deeper cradle than the hybrids, especially in plush and medium.

For couples, it muted movement well during frequent turning and getting in and out of bed. The firm option kept our heavier tester aligned on his back, though he still preferred coil support for long stomach-sleep nights. Cooling stayed strong for an all-foam build.

Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Strong cooling for an all-foam design	Edge support feels average, especially for heavier users
Three firmness options to match different sleepers	Less bounce than hybrids; active sleepers may want more spring
High motion isolation for couples	Heavy stomach sleepers might prefer coil-based models
Comfortable pressure relief for side and combo sleepers	10" profile lacks the tall visual presence some buyers expect

Details

• Price:From roughly $1,399, depending on size
• Type:All-foam cooling mattress
• Height:10 inches, as listed in the dimensions section
• Cover:Arctic Breeze cooling fabric 3.0, soft and cool to the touch
• Comfort layers:PermaCold gel-infused memory foam, designed for pressure relief and temperature control
• Transition and support: Underlying support foam core, more structured than basic budget foam beds
• Firmness options:Plush, Medium, Firm, selectable at purchase
• Cooling: Cool-to-touch cover plus gel foam, designed to stay cooler through the night
• Pressure relief: Strong in plush and medium; firm version favors back sleepers
• Responsiveness: Mild to moderate bounce; more of a slow hug than a spring
• Durability: Good for an all-foam mattress at this price, helped by higher-end gel foam
• Edge support: Adequate, yet compresses more than the hybrids under heavy loads
• Motion isolation: High; partner movement remains muted for most sleepers
• Shipping: Frequently sold as amattress in a boxthrough online channels, with easy room setup
• Trial period: Brand materials do not highlight a dedicated long trial; many retailers attach 90–120 night comfort windows instead
• Warranty: Standard Maxim coverage, andForever Warrantyon some mattress-in-a-box versions via select sellers

Review Score

Metric	Score	Remarks
Support	4.3	Medium and firm feels keep average bodies aligned; heavy stomach sleepers need care.
Pressure Relief	4.4	Gel foam eases pressure for side and combo sleepers, especially in plush form.
Cooling	4.7	Cover feels cool, and gel foam stays more temperature-neutral than basic memory foam.
Motion Isolation	4.8	Ethan’s movements stayed isolated; Jenna’s sleep logs showed fewer disturbances.
Responsiveness	4.1	Enough response to move, yet slower than latex or hybrids.
Durability	4.3	Quality foams and construction outperform many commodity all-foam beds.
Edge Support	3.9	Edges compress under heavy weight; better suited to lighter edge use.
Off-Gassing	4.2	Typical foam smell early; cleared after airing in a ventilated room.
Value for Money	4.5	Cooling tech, multiple firmness choices, and couple-friendliness justify the price.
Overall Score	4.4	A strong all-foam pick for couples and medium-weight sleepers wanting cool comfort.

Glacier Silk

Our Testing Experience

Glacier Silk is the simpler, value-focused cooling foam option. It pairs a cool cover with gel foam for a noticeably cooler surface than basic all-foam beds.

For lighter and average-weight sleepers, it delivered comfortable contouring without feeling overly stuck. Very heavy sleepers, especially on the stomach, will usually do better with the hybrids for added structure.

Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Strong cooling for the price, with Arctic Breeze 1.0 fabric	Less robust support for very heavy sleepers over time
Simple, four-layer all-foam design with removable cover	Edge support feels modest compared with hybrid models
Plush options work well for light-weight side sleepers	Limited bounce; active sleepers may prefer hybrids
Often priced aggressively at local retailers	10"-class height feels lower than some luxury buyers expect

Details

• Price:From around $1,399 online, often discounted through brick-and-mortar dealers
• Type:All-foam cooling mattress
• Height: About10 inches, based on layer descriptions and retailer listings
• Cover:Arctic Breeze 1.0 cooling fabric, removable zipper design
• Comfort layer:2" PermaCold Gel foamfor cooling and pressure absorption
• Transition layer: Support foam that spreads load into the base
• Base layer:Ultra-durable foam core, engineered for deep-level support
• Firmness options:Plush, Medium, Firm
• Cooling: Noticeably cool-to-touch cover plus gel layer to manage heat at night
• Pressure relief: Strong in plush for light-to-average side sleepers; medium suits mixed positions
• Responsiveness: Slightly faster than very slow memory foam; still a conforming feel
• Durability: Good within the all-foam space, especially for lighter bodies
• Edge support: Moderate; sitting at the edge compresses more than hybrids
• Motion isolation: High; foams absorb movement very well
• Shipping: Available through dealers as a standard mattress, plus mattress-in-a-box versions for some variants, as noted in Q&A
• Trial period: Depends entirely on retailer; some stores attach 120-day comfort trials to Maxim lines
• Warranty: Covered under Maxim’s general warranty structure, with eligibility for Forever Warranty+ depending on channel

Review Score

Metric	Score	Remarks
Support	4.2	Adequate support for light-to-average weights; big bodies need more structure.
Pressure Relief	4.3	Gel layer softens shoulders and hips well in plush and medium.
Cooling	4.6	Arctic Breeze fabric and gel deliver clear cooling for most sleepers.
Motion Isolation	4.7	Partner movement stays muted; great choice for light sleepers.
Responsiveness	4.0	Conforming foam feel, yet not painfully slow to rebound.
Durability	4.2	Sound build for its category, best matched with moderate weights.
Edge Support	3.8	Edges compress under heavy sitting and kneeling.
Off-Gassing	4.2	New foam smell appears at first, then fades with ventilation.
Value for Money	4.6	Strong cooling and comfort at a comparatively approachable price.
Overall Score	4.3	Value-driven cooling foam mattress for lighter and average-weight sleepers.

Score comparison at a glance

From these numbers, Windsor and Glacier Silk Pro emerge as thebalanced hybrids, splitting strengths between support, responsiveness, and longevity. Newport becomes thespecialist for couples, with the highest motion-isolation score. Glacier Silk fills thevalue-cooling niche, trading a bit of structure for strong cooling and price efficiency, particularly useful for lighter sleepers or guest rooms that still deserve quality foam.

Our best picks

• Best luxury hybrid: The Windsor Mattress — Plush Euro-top comfort with latex-and-coil support. The edge stays firm, and the surface is easy to move on for combination sleepers and heavier bodies.
• Best for hot sleepers: Glacier Silk Pro — The Arctic Breeze cover and PermaCold Gel keep the surface noticeably cooler. The hybrid core keeps hips from sinking too far, even under warmer bedding.
• Best for couples: Newport Cooling Mattress — All-foam motion control keeps partner movement muted. With three firmness options and a cool-touch cover, it works well for shared beds and side sleepers.

How to choose the right Maxim mattress

Choosing among theseMaxim Mattressmodels hinges on a few core questions. Sleep position, body weight, temperature sensitivity, and preference for bounce versus hug matter more than brand marketing terms. Budget and willingness to handle a heavy hybrid versus a boxed foam mattress come next.

alight-weight side sleeper, pressure relief and gentle contouring matter most. In that case,Glacier Silk plushorNewport plushdeliver softer top layers that let shoulders drop without neck strain, as Mia’s notes made very clear.

For anaverage-weight back sleeper, spine alignment and moderate firmness sit at the top of the list.Newport mediumorGlacier Silk Prohandle this profile well. Carlos and I both saw straight spines in side-view photos on those mattresses, with enough surface comfort to avoid mid-back fatigue.

Ahot sleeper, especially someone over 190 pounds, should pay extra attention to cooling tech and coil support.Glacier Silk Prostands out here. The Arctic Breeze fabric and PermaCold Gel cut down heat build-up, while the OrthoCoils+ core keeps hips from sagging across the night. The Windsor offers neutral-cool comfort, yet Pro runs noticeably colder.

For aheavier couple, especially if one partner moves constantly, the decision becomes trickier. If motion isolation matters more,Newport firm or mediumgives the quietest surface, with enough support for many heavier sleepers who stay mostly on their backs. If support and edge strength for very high body weights sit at the top of the list,WindsororGlacier Silk Proserve better, with the couple accepting a bit more motion.

Limitations

In our testing, Maxim’s main lineup does not cater to every edge case. Extremely firm-mattress fans, especially those who want a board-hard surface, may find Windsor and Glacier Silk Pro too plush and Newport firm still too forgiving. Ultra-budget shoppers also sit mostly outside this range, since even the value-leaning Glacier Silk positions itself as a premium cooling foam bed rather than a cheap option.

Very heavy sleepers who sleep exclusively on their stomachs, particularly over 275 pounds, might want more specialized support than the all-foam models provide. the hybrids in this group perform much better, yet some individuals may still prefer extra-tall, extra-firm coil systems from other brands. Fans of extremely bouncy, old-school innerspring beds may feel that all four of these Maxim mattresses offer too much foam comfort and contouring for their taste.

Policies at a glance

a careful shopper, Maxim’swarranty storylooks strong, particularly where Forever Warranty+ applies, yetsleep trialsdepend heavily on the retailer. Some dedicated mattress stores attach generous 120-day comfort windows to Maxim collections, while independent online listings may offer shorter or no trials. Reading store-level policies before purchase becomes essential with this brand.

FAQs

Are Maxim Mattress models good for back pain?

Hybrids (Windsor, Glacier Silk Pro) kept hips level; Newport felt gentler for side sleepers.

Which Maxim Mattress sleeps the coolest?

Glacier Silk Pro stayed coolest; Newport was close for an all-foam bed.

Is the Windsor Mattress too soft for stomach sleepers?

Windsor is very plush, so most stomach sleepers will do better on a firmer option.

Are Maxim Mattress models suitable for adjustable bases?

Compatibility varies, and Windsor’s steel perimeter can limit some frames.

Which Maxim Mattress is best for couples with different preferences?

Newport’s firmness options and motion control made it the easiest fit for couples; the hybrids pass more bounce.

How long will a Maxim Mattress last?

Hybrids’ coil builds point to strong longevity; foam models fit light–average weights on a solid base.

Is there much off-gassing?

Mild at first, then faded after airing out.

How do returns and exchanges work?

Return terms depend on the seller.

More reading

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