Maxim Mattress sells four core models in our mattress reviews: two cooling all-foam beds and two hybrids for extra lift and stronger edges.
Table of Contents
Product Overview
| Mattress | Overall Score | Pros | Cons |
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| Glacier Silk Pro | 4.5 | strong cooling feel; buoyant hybrid support | more bounce than all-foam |
| The Windsor Mattress | 4.4 | plush latex comfort; reliable edges | not adjustable-base compatible |
| Newport Cooling Mattress | 4.2 | cool-to-touch cover; steady foam support | softer edges |
| Glacier Silk | 4.1 | removable cover; excellent motion control | slower response; edge dip |
Final Verdict
The Windsor Mattress
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Best for: shoppers who want a plush Euro-top feel without a wobbly edge.
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Skip if: you use an adjustable base or need a firmer surface for stomach sleeping.
Glacier Silk Pro
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Best for: hot sleepers who still want a hybrid’s lift and easy turning.
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Skip if: you want a slow foam hug or minimal bounce.
Newport Cooling Mattress
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Best for: cooling in a simple all-foam build, especially couples.
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Skip if: you depend on edge sitting or want springy bounce.
Glacier Silk
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Best for: quiet sleep and pressure relief, especially side sleepers.
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Skip if: you hate slower response or you perch on the edge.
Maxim Mattress Comparison Chart
| Item | Glacier Silk Pro | The Windsor Mattress | Newport Cooling Mattress | Glacier Silk |
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| Type | hybrid (pocketed coils) | hybrid (pocketed coils) | all-foam | all-foam |
| Listed starting price | From $1,399 | From $1,299 | From $1,399 | From $1,399 |
| Height | 14" | 13" | 10" | 10" |
| Feel options | - | super plush | plush / medium / firm | plush / medium / firm |
| Sizes listed | Twin, Full, Queen, Cal King, Eastern King | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Full XL, Queen, Cal King, Eastern King | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Full XL, Queen, Cal King, Eastern King | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Full XL, Queen, Cal King, Eastern King |
| Cooling design highlights | Arctic Breeze Fabric + PermaCold Gel | organic cotton cover + ventilated latex | Arctic Breeze Fabric 3 + PermaCold Gel | Arctic Breeze fabric + PermaCold Gel |
| Support character (in use) | buoyant, steady under hips | plush top with “held up” support | stable foam with gentler pushback | deeper contour, softer pushback |
| Motion isolation (in use) | good, not silent | moderate | very good | excellent |
| Edge feel (in use) | strong for a hybrid | strong and predictable | fair; compresses more | fair-to-weak; compresses most |
| Best fit | cooling + lift | plush hybrid comfort | cooling all-foam | pressure relief + quiet |
How We Tested It
We rotated each mattress through overnight sleep and daytime use, then scored them using the same checklist from How We Test Mattresses. We scored Support, Cooling, Pressure Relief, Motion Isolation, Responsiveness, Edge Support, and Durability the same way for each model.
Maxim Mattress: Our Testing Experience
Glacier Silk Pro
Our Testing Experience:
In our overnight runs, Glacier Silk Pro felt the most “lifted” of the four, especially for back sleep. When my lower back was tight after long desk days, it kept my hips from dipping and made position changes feel quick. Marcus (our hottest sleeper) noticed the cool-to-touch feel early in the night and reported less heat buildup than he usually does. For a hybrid, partner movement stayed fairly controlled, but it still had more bounce than the foam models.
What we liked:
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steady hip support that still feels comfortable
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easy turning with quick rebound
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cool cover feel stays noticeable
Who it is best for:
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hot sleepers who still want hybrid lift
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combo sleepers who change positions often
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couples who want balance, not “dead quiet”
Where it falls short:
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not a slow, deep memory-foam hug
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livelier bounce than some people prefer
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taller profile can feel high on low frames
Pros & Cons:
| Pros | Cons |
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| noticeable cooling; buoyant support; easy repositioning | more bounce than foam; less sink-in contour; tall profile |
Details:
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Listed starting price: From $1,399
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Type: Hybrid with OrthoCoils+ pocketed coil system
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Cooling materials: PermaCold Gel + Arctic Breeze Fabric
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Height: 14"
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Coil count (listed examples): Queen 800; King 996
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Sizes listed: Twin, Full, Queen, Cal King, Eastern King
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Made in USA with American & imported materials
Review Score:
| Metric | Score | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Support | 4.7 | kept hips level on back |
| Cooling | 4.6 | cool feel lasted longer |
| Pressure Relief | 4.3 | cushioned; less melt-in |
| Motion Isolation | 4.3 | controlled; not totally silent |
| Responsiveness | 4.5 | easy turns; quick reset |
| Edge Support | 4.4 | stable for edge sitting |
| Durability | 4.6 | held up through break-in |
| Overall | 4.5 | best mix of cooling/support |
The Windsor Mattress
Our Testing Experience:
Windsor is the most traditional “luxury plush” feel in this set: soft on top, but it doesn’t let your hips drift the way some foam beds can. During our checks, it felt especially stable when sitting down or sleeping close to the perimeter. The latex layer added a quicker, springier pushback, which kept the surface from feeling mushy even though it’s clearly a plush mattress.
What we liked:
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plush top without a collapsing feel
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strong edge during sit/stand
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lively response from the latex layer
Who it is best for:
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people who want plush comfort without “sink”
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sleepers who spend time near the edges
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those who dislike slow memory-foam drag
Where it falls short:
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too plush for many strict stomach sleepers
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not compatible with adjustable bases
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not the coldest-feeling option in this set
Pros & Cons:
| Pros | Cons |
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| plush latex comfort; strong edges; stable hybrid support | too plush for some; not adjustable-base compatible; not a boxed mattress |
Details:
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Listed starting price: From $1,299
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Type: Luxury handcrafted hybrid mattress
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Height: 13"
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Cover: breathable organic cotton cover
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Comfort layer highlight: 1" ventilated natural Talalay latex
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Support core: OrthoCoils+ pocketed coil system; coil count listed as 996
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Warranty: 10 Year Platinum Warranty (Forever Warranty+ available)
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Not rolled into a box; not compatible with adjustable bases
Review Score:
| Metric | Score | Remarks |
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| Support | 4.6 | supported lumbar without stiffness |
| Cooling | 4.1 | breathable; not icy-cool |
| Pressure Relief | 4.4 | plush; avoided bottoming out |
| Motion Isolation | 4.0 | some movement still comes through |
| Responsiveness | 4.5 | quick pushback; easy turns |
| Edge Support | 4.6 | best-in-lineup edge support |
| Durability | 4.5 | stayed consistent over time |
| Overall | 4.4 | best plush-hybrid feel |
Newport Cooling Mattress
Our Testing Experience:
Newport is the all-foam option we kept pointing to when someone wanted cooling without going into a hybrid. The cover felt cool right away, and in our couple tests it stayed quieter than the coil models when one person got in or out of bed. On my back it felt stable, while side sleeping brought a bit deeper contour—nice for pressure relief, but it also made the edge feel less inviting for sitting.
What we liked:
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cool first-contact feel from the cover
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very good motion control for couples
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stable foam support for back sleep
Who it is best for:
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hot sleepers who prefer all-foam
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couples prioritizing quieter sleep
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people who like a simpler, lower profile
Where it falls short:
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edges compress more than the hybrids
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less bounce for people who want spring
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heavier stomach sleepers may want more lift
Pros & Cons:
| Pros | Cons |
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| cool-to-touch cover; strong motion isolation; balanced foam support | softer edges; less bounce; not as lifted as hybrids |
Details:
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Listed starting price: From $1,399
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Type: All-foam mattress
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Cooling materials: Arctic Breeze Fabric 3 + PermaCold Gel
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Height: 10"
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Feel options listed: Plush, Medium, Firm
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Sizes listed: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Full XL, Queen, Cal King, Eastern King
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Warranty info shown on retail listing: 10 years non-prorated
Review Score:
| Metric | Score | Remarks |
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| Support | 4.3 | stable on back; softer spots |
| Cooling | 4.6 | coolest all-foam feel |
| Pressure Relief | 4.2 | good contour; not pillowy. |
| Motion Isolation | 4.5 | movement stayed localized |
| Responsiveness | 4.0 | not slow; still not bouncy |
| Edge Support | 3.7 | compresses when edge-sitting |
| Durability | 4.1 | fine short-term; foam-only |
| Overall | 4.2 | best foam for cooling/quiet |
Glacier Silk
Our Testing Experience:
Glacier Silk delivered the calmest, least reactive feel in our tests. It was the easiest option for quiet in-and-out-of-bed routines, and we also liked the soft feel of the cover plus the removable design for day-to-day upkeep. The trade-off showed up at the perimeter and during faster moves: it didn’t snap back the way the hybrids did, and edge sitting compressed more than the others.
What we liked:
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excellent motion isolation
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soft, cool-to-touch surface feel
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generous pressure relief for side sleep
Who it is best for:
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couples sensitive to partner movement
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side sleepers chasing joint relief
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anyone who wants a removable cover
Where it falls short:
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slower response when changing positions
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weakest edge feel in the lineup
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less lift for heavier sleepers
Pros & Cons:
| Pros | Cons |
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| removable zipper cover; deep pressure relief; excellent motion isolation | slower response; softer edges; less lift than hybrids |
Details:
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Listed starting price: From $1,399
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Type: All-foam mattress
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Cover: Arctic Breeze cooling fabric; removable zipper cover
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Comfort layer highlight: 2" PermaCold Gel layer
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Feel options listed: Plush, Medium, Firm
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Sizes listed: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Full XL, Queen, Cal King, Eastern King
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Packaging noted in Q&A: available as traditional mattress or mattress-in-a-box
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Warranty info shown on retail listing: 10 years non-prorated
Review Score:
| Metric | Score | Remarks |
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| Support | 4.0 | comfortable; less hip lift. |
| Cooling | 4.4 | cool cover; better than typical |
| Pressure Relief | 4.4 | best side-sleep joint relief |
| Motion Isolation | 4.7 | quietest; least disturbance. |
| Responsiveness | 3.8 | slower recovery; more foam drag |
| Edge Support | 3.5 | most perimeter compression |
| Durability | 3.9 | stable short-term; foam-only |
| Overall | 4.1 | quiet + pressure relief; weaker edges. |
Compare Performance Scores of These Mattresses
| Mattress | Overall Score | Support | Pressure Relief | Cooling | Motion Isolation | Durability | Responsiveness | Edge Support |
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| Glacier Silk Pro | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| The Windsor Mattress | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
| Newport Cooling Mattress | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 3.7 |
| Glacier Silk | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.5 |
Glacier Silk Pro was the most even performer in our scoring. Windsor stood out for edge stability and quick response. Newport leaned into cooling and motion isolation, while Glacier Silk focused on quieter sleep and pressure relief with softer edges.
How to Choose the Maxim Mattress?
Start with what bothers you most: heat, movement, or support, then dial in mattress firmness for your sleeping position. In our tests: Glacier Silk Pro = cooling + lift; Windsor = plush + strong edges; Newport = cool, quiet foam; Glacier Silk = pressure relief + calm feel.
Typical matches:
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Hot sleepers: Glacier Silk Pro or Newport
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Couples: Glacier Silk or Newport
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Edge sitters: The Windsor Mattress
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Combo sleepers who toss/turn: Glacier Silk Pro
Limitations
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Glacier Silk Pro: more bounce than foam; taller profile.
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The Windsor Mattress: very plush; not adjustable-base compatible; not boxed.
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Newport Cooling Mattress: softer edge feel; less springy response.
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Glacier Silk: slower response and weakest edges; heavier sleepers may want more lift.
Maxim Mattress Vs. Alternatives
Why choose these models
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A simple four-model lineup that covers both all-foam and hybrid preferences.
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Cooling materials are front-and-center across the lineup; Windsor is the edge-structure standout.
Alternatives to consider
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Saatva Classic: stronger traditional bounce and a more “on top” feel.
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Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Adapt: deeper slow-foam contouring and a heavier hug.
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Purple Restore: a more distinct, bouncy pressure-relief feel.
Pro Tips for Maxim Mattress
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Start with sleep position and heat level; firmness labels don’t tell the whole story.
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If you sit on the edge daily, the hybrids (Windsor or Glacier Silk Pro) felt steadier in our checks.
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If partner movement wakes you up, the all-foam models stayed quieter in real use.
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Give the mattress a short break-in window before judging pressure points.
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Use breathable sheets so the cooling cover can do its job.
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Rotate on a consistent schedule to help even out wear.
FAQs
Which Maxim Mattress model felt coolest in real use?
In our overnight testing, Glacier Silk Pro stayed the most consistently cool, while Newport delivered the coolest all-foam first-contact feel.
Which model is best for couples?
For minimal partner disturbance, Glacier Silk was the calmest surface. Newport was close behind and felt more cooling-forward.
Which one had the best edge support?
Windsor had the most reliable perimeter for sitting and near-edge sleep, with Glacier Silk Pro close behind.
Which model helped most with lower-back tightness?
When back support was the priority in our tests, the hybrids felt more “held up,” especially Glacier Silk Pro for steady lift and easier turning.
