Mostly Mattress Reviews (2026)

Mostly Mattress is a Central Florida mattress retailer built around value-driven hybrids and foams, with an emphasis on cooling upgrades and orthopedic-style support. In our testing, the Helix hybrids felt the most balanced for alignment and temperature control, while the Lloyd & Penfield models leaned more comfort-forward. If you want medium to medium-firm stability, start with the Helix lineup; if you want deeper pressure relief, look at the foam option.

Product Overview

Testing Team Takeaways

Across the week-to-week rotation, we kept circling back to hybrid support plus a cooling surface as the “Florida-proof” formula. Marcus liked the firmer, steadier Dusk when heat spiked at night, while Jenna and Ethan preferred Midnight’s calmer pressure relief when side-sleeping started the night. The Banbury was the quietest for motion, and the Dunham felt like the easiest “crowd-pleaser” hybrid when we didn’t want to think about it.

Mostly Mattress Comparison Chart

How We Tested It

We rotated each mattress through back, side, and brief stomach sessions, then repeated the cycle after a break-in period to see what changed. We scored Support, Cooling, Pressure Relief, Motion Isolation, Responsiveness, Edge Support, and Durability using the same routine: edge sit tests each morning, slow roll turns at night, and partner-movement checks during late-evening reading. We also noted heat buildup after long still periods and how quickly comfort returned after getting up and coming back to bed.

Mostly Mattress: Our Testing Experience

Helix Midnight Core with GlacioTex Cooling Pillow Top

Our Testing Experience

The first night on Midnight, I felt that classic “medium done carefully” vibe—my hips settled just enough, but my lower back didn’t feel tugged forward. Marcus immediately noticed the surface felt cooler when he climbed in, and he stopped doing that mid-night sheet flip he usually does when heat builds. Jenna and Ethan ran their usual partner-movement routine: Ethan turned a lot, and Jenna said the bed stayed calmer than she expected for a hybrid, especially once we moved to a tighter fitted sheet.

What we liked:

• Cooling upgrade delivered a noticeably cooler first-contact feel

• Balanced contouring that kept my hips from drifting out of alignment

• Coils gave the bed a stable “push back” without feeling rigid

Who it is best for:

• Side sleepers and combo sleepers wanting a medium feel

• Hot sleepers who want cooling without going full specialty-bed

• Couples who want a hybrid that doesn’t feel overly springy

Where it falls short:

• Not as quick and bouncy as a more responsive hybrid

• Cooling upgrade adds a meaningful cost step-up

Pros & Cons

Details

• Price (Helix Midnight): $749–$1,358 depending on size (pricing shown)

• Feel: Medium (6/10)

• Type: Hybrid; foam layers over wrapped coils

• Height: 11.5 in

• Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, CA King, Short Queen, RV King

• Cooling: Optional GlacioTex Cooling Pillow Top

• Support core: Up to 1,000 wrapped coils with reinforced side edges

• Shipping: Free US shipping (ships 3–7 business days shown)

• Trial: 120-night sleep trial

• Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty

Review Score

Helix Dusk GlacioTex Cooling Pillow Top

Our Testing Experience

Dusk felt more “upright” under my hips, which I appreciated after long desk days—less of that subtle lower-back tug when I rolled onto my back. Marcus liked it immediately because it didn’t sink much under his midsection, and he said it stayed more temperature-stable through the night. Jenna and Ethan ran their couple test in the evening: Ethan’s frequent turns felt more obvious than on the foam mattress, but the bed didn’t ripple the way an old-school innerspring does. The big difference: Dusk made turning feel almost automatic—Ethan’s exact words were, “it lets me turn without thinking about it.”

What we liked:

• Stronger hip support that kept alignment cleaner on back/stomach

• Good balance of foam comfort and coil lift

• Cooling upgrade helped first-contact temperature

Who it is best for:

• Back and stomach sleepers wanting a medium feel with extra support

• Couples who prioritize easy repositioning

• Hot sleepers who still want a hybrid feel

Where it falls short:

• Less plush pressure relief than Midnight for some side-sleep starts

• Motion control is good, not foam-level quiet

Pros & Cons

Details

• Price (Helix Dusk): $749–$1,358 depending on size (pricing shown)

• Feel: Medium feel

• Type: Hybrid; includes Helix Dynamic Foam and wrapped coils

• Height: 11.5 in (Core)

• Cooling: GlacioTex Cooling Pillow Top option

• Support core: Up to 1,000 wrapped coils; reinforced lengthwise sides

• Trial: 120-night sleep trial

• Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty

• Shipping: Free US shipping

Review Score

Lloyd & Penfield Banbury Memory Foam

Our Testing Experience

Banbury was the one Jenna called “quiet” in the best way: when Ethan got up for water, she didn’t feel that rolling wave through the middle. I noticed a slower, foam-forward response when I shifted positions—comfortable, but it asks you to commit to the spot you choose. On my side, the top felt gentler at the shoulder, and I could stay there longer without the sharp pressure point sensation that sometimes shows up on firmer hybrids. Marcus didn’t hate it, but he did say the foam feel warmed up more than the Helix surface once he’d been still for a while.

What we liked:

• Strong motion control that reduced partner disturbance

• Comfortable pressure relief for side time

• Soft, knit cover feel was pleasant against skin

Who it is best for:

• Couples who want less movement transfer

• Light-to-average sleepers who like foam contouring

• People with sensitive shoulders/hips who want gentler contact

Where it falls short:

• Slower responsiveness when changing positions

• Softer edge feel when sitting or drifting outward

Pros & Cons

Details

• Type: Memory foam mattress

• Cover: Knit fabric Lycra cover

• Comfort material noted: Serene Comfort Foam

• Trial: Mostly Mattress 100-night comfort guarantee (store policy)

• Delivery: Free delivery over $699 is listed as a store benefit

Review Score

Lloyd & Penfield Dunham Pillow Top Hybrid Mattress

Our Testing Experience

Dunham felt like the most “traditional luxury” of the group—a plush first layer that still had underlying hybrid support. For me, it was comfortable when I started on my side and then rolled onto my back; the surface didn’t feel as temperature-slick as GlacioTex, but it also didn’t trap heat as quickly as the all-foam bed. Marcus liked the added structure compared to Banbury, and he said the pillow-top feel didn’t collapse under his hips the way softer tops sometimes do. Jenna and Ethan agreed it was the easiest to share when they wanted a plusher feel without losing stability.

What we liked:

• Plush entry feel with a supportive hybrid backbone

• Smoother repositioning than all-foam

• A “hotel-style” surface feel that many sleepers like

Who it is best for:

• Couples wanting plush comfort without going overly soft

• Combo sleepers who change positions and want fewer pressure spikes

• People who dislike slow, sticky foam response

Where it falls short:

• More partner movement felt than on Banbury

• Cooling is comfortable, but less dramatic than GlacioTex hybrids

Pros & Cons

Details

• Type: Pillow top hybrid mattress

• Trial: Mostly Mattress 100-night comfort guarantee (store policy)

• Delivery: Free delivery over $699 is listed as a store benefit

Review Score

Compare Performance Scores of These Mattresses

The most even performers were the two Helix models: Midnight wins on pressure relief and “cool first contact,” while Dusk wins on hip support and easier turning. Banbury clearly leads on motion isolation, but gives up responsiveness and edge stability. Dunham sits in the middle as the plusher hybrid: fewer pressure spikes than a firmer bed, with more structure than foam.

How to Choose the Mostly Mattress?

Start with sleep position and heat. If you’re mostly side-sleeping and want a medium feel, Midnight is the safer bet; if you’re back/stomach leaning and want more hip lift, Dusk is better. For couples who wake easily, Banbury’s motion control stands out; for a “plush but not sloppy” feel that works across sleepers, Dunham is the most adaptable.

Limitations

The main trade-off in this lineup is that the most cooling-forward options (GlacioTex hybrids) cost more and still won’t feel like an all-night air-conditioned surface. Foam-forward comfort can reduce partner disturbance, but it also tends to feel slower when turning and softer at the edges. If you need ultra-firm support or very strong perimeter structure, prioritize the more supportive hybrid builds.

Mostly Mattress Vs. Alternatives

• Why choose these models

  • You want hybrid support with cooling upgrades that target heat at the surface

  • You want a medium to medium-firm feel that stays versatile across sleepers

  • You want a quieter, motion-reducing foam option for partner sleep

• Alternatives to consider

  • Saatva Classic: strong lumbar-focused support and broad appeal for back pain shoppers

  • Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe: a common pick when cooling performance is the top priority

  • WinkBed: a more buoyant hybrid feel with firmer, supportive options for back-focused sleepers

Pro Tips for Mostly Mattress

• Give any new mattress a consistent break-in period before you judge it night-to-night.

• For hybrids, use a stable foundation so the coil system can do its job without extra flex.

• If you sleep hot, prioritize breathable sheets; cooling surfaces work best with airflow-friendly bedding.

• For side sleepers, use a slightly thicker pillow to keep the neck level when shoulders sink in.

• If you feel lower-back tightness, test a short session on your back before sleep to check hip support.

• For couples, repeat the same “partner gets in/out of bed” test at least three nights in a row.

• If the edge feels soft, avoid sitting in the same spot daily; rotate your habits as well as the mattress.

• Protect the surface early—especially during the trial window—so the feel stays consistent.

• Keep room temperature and humidity consistent during your evaluation; heat changes can mimic “mattress” problems.

FAQs

Does the GlacioTex pillow top stay cool all night?

It feels coolest at contact and reduces heat buildup, but it won’t stay “cold” indefinitely once body heat accumulates.

Which option is better for couples who wake easily?

Banbury isolated motion best in our partner tests, while the Helix hybrids were “good enough” for most couples who still want hybrid support.

If I switch positions a lot, which model felt easiest?

Dusk was the easiest for turning; it felt less “sticky” than foam and more stable than softer hybrids.

Which is the safest pick if I’m not sure what I like?

Dunham was the most generally comfortable for a wide range of sleepers because it blended plush entry feel with hybrid structure.