Softa Mattress Reviews

I started with back-sleep and a long, still session to check lumbar support. The top layer eased in slowly, then settled into a shallow cradle. On my side, my shoulder sank enough to avoid the sharp pinch some firmer foams create. Changing positions felt simple, although the surface stayed true to memory foam with a slower response than a springy bed.

Marcus tested it as a heavier back sleeper and paid close attention to sag and heat. The foam compressed under his hips, then stabilized before he felt stuck. He described a steady reset under his lower back rather than a hammock. Temperature stayed acceptable early in the night, but he still noticed some warmth toward morning. For him, it lands closer to manageable than cool.

Mia’s side-sleep sessions highlighted the pressure relief. She settled in, adjusted her shoulder, then called out that her shoulders finally felt lighter. Even with her lighter frame, the surface flexed enough to create room at the shoulder and outer hip. She felt a gentle hug, and when she rolled over, she noticed typical memory-foam drag without feeling trapped.

Jenna and Ethan focused on partner disturbance and edge behavior. Jenna felt Ethan get in, then the motion faded quickly instead of rippling across the bed. Smaller tossing-and-turning movements stayed muted. Sitting on the edge during a movie, they both noticed the perimeter felt softer, especially near corners. Sleeping near the edge was fine as long as they stayed a little in from the rim.

Ethan paid attention to how easily he could move. He could roll from side to back without fighting deep impressions, but he also didn’t get much bounce. Across side, back, and short stomach naps, the feel stayed medium-firm and even. That mix works for combination sleepers who want contouring without an ultra-plush sink.

For this review, we followed the same setup we use for most boxed mattresses. It arrived compressed, expanded on a platform frame in our test room, and aired out for a full day. During that time, we tracked height recovery and the initial smell after unboxing.

Each tester spent multiple nights on the Softa mattress. I went first, then Marcus, then Mia, followed by a shared stint with Jenna and Ethan. Jamal and Carlos added shorter daytime sessions for edge support, responsiveness, and posture checks. The rotation let us compare notes across different body types without turning it into a lab-style protocol.

We scored support, pressure relief, cooling, motion isolation, responsiveness, edge support, durability expectations, off-gassing, and value. We also made sure each score reflected more than one body type. Marcus and Jamal stressed support and edge behavior under heavier load, while Mia and I focused on side-sleep pressure relief. Jenna and Ethan handled the couple-focused categories.

Instead of relying only on morning notes, we logged quick observations at set intervals on the first night. Short entries like “hips sinking more now” or “shoulder feels lighter” created a timeline of how the foam changed over hours. Those notes fed into the final scores.

Softa 12-Inch Cooling Gel Memory Foam Mattress: A Balanced Memory-Foam Feel

Our Testing Experience

On first sit-down, the foam compressed slowly and rebounded at a measured pace, which is typical of gel memory foam. When I lay back, the surface pushed back gradually instead of snapping me upward. My hips settled just enough for my lower back to feel supported rather than floating.

During my first night, I started on my back and rolled onto my left side. After a short pause, the top layer relaxed around my shoulder while my torso stayed aligned. Later, half-asleep position changes didn’t require much effort. The bed felt contouring without pulling me into a deep, hard-to-escape trough.

Marcus took the next two nights with his back-and-stomach routine. On his back, he felt his hips sink in and then stabilize, keeping his lower back from dropping. When he rolled onto his stomach, his hips still dipped a bit, but the base foam held him closer to level than many low-cost all-foam beds do under a heavier build.

Heat was his biggest concern. Early on, he stayed comfortable, and the surface didn’t feel clammy. By morning he did notice some warmth, though not the heavy heat buildup he often gets on dense memory foam. If you run very hot, breathable bedding or a cooling topper can help. For moderate heat sensitivity, the temperature stayed within a workable range.

Mia’s side-sleeping feedback matched the mattress’s high pressure-relief score. Even under her lighter weight, her shoulder sank enough to reduce joint pressure without throwing her neck out of line. She also checked her outer hip and knees during longer sessions and felt cushioned support rather than a sharp bottoming out.

When she switched sides, she felt the usual memory-foam drag, more of a slow glide than a quick bounce. Still, she didn’t feel stuck. For many light side sleepers, that balance is the goal: enough contouring for comfort, without deep ruts that make turning a chore.

Jenna and Ethan treated one night like a normal evening together. When Ethan climbed in later, the mattress absorbed the impact quickly, and Jenna noticed the movement fade fast. Throughout the night, his shifting created small, localized waves instead of broad motion across the bed. That’s what couples usually want from an all-foam design.

Edge performance was more mixed. Sitting near the perimeter, the foam compressed noticeably, and the edge felt less secure than a hybrid with reinforced sides. Lying near the edge was better, especially for average-weight sleepers, but people who frequently sit on the border will likely want a sturdier perimeter.

Ethan also did a solo night to focus on ease of movement. He moved from side to back and briefly onto his stomach without feeling pinned. He did note a slight lag as the foam reshaped, which matches the mattress’s moderate responsiveness. It doesn’t feel springy, yet it also doesn’t hold you in a deep imprint unless you stay in one spot for a long stretch.

Overall, the Softa sits in a medium-firm, do-it-mostly-all zone. Average-weight back and side sleepers get steady support with noticeable contouring. Lighter side sleepers should find enough give at the shoulders and hips. Heavier back sleepers can still do well, while strict stomach sleepers may want something firmer. Couples benefit most from the strong motion isolation, with edge strength as the main trade-off.

Pros & Cons

Details

• Model: Softa 12 Inch Cooling Gel Memory Foam Mattress
• Construction: Bamboo-viscose/polyester quilted cover; gel-infused memory-foam comfort layer; transition foam; high-density polyurethane base foam.
• Height: 12 inches
• Firmness: Medium-firm (about 6–6.5/10)
• Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King
• Cooling features: Gel-infused memory foam to help disperse heat; breathable bamboo-blend cover to wick moisture.
• Pressure relief: Deep contouring at shoulders and hips; gradual transition into the support core.
• Support: High-density base foam helps resist midsection sag; comfort layers compress without collapsing alignment.
• Responsiveness: Slow memory-foam feel on top; slightly quicker pushback from the transition layer.
• Motion isolation: Strong damping; minimal partner disturbance.
• Edge support: Softer for sitting; acceptable while lying a bit in from the rim.
• Durability outlook: High-density base foam and a 12-inch profile should handle regular use; occasional rotation can help even wear.
• Off-gassing: New-foam smell at unboxing; faded to the background within a couple of days in our room.
• Certifications: CertiPUR-US foam; OEKO-TEX Standard 100 cover (per product specs).
• Shipping: Compressed bed-in-a-box.
• Shipping cost: Often free or low-cost in the contiguous U.S., depending on the retailer.
• Trial/returns: Returns depend on the retailer’s policy; no Softa-branded home trial noted.
• Warranty: 10-year limited warranty (defects).
• Price: Twin around $230–$250 at the time of our research; larger sizes typically scale up.

Review Score

Softa doesn’t offer a big lineup, so the decision comes down to fit. This 12-inch model is medium-firm with classic memory-foam contouring. Think about your weight, your main sleep position, how sensitive you are to heat, and whether you spend a lot of time sitting on the edge.

• Lightweight side sleepers (under about 140 lb): You usually need extra give at the shoulders and hips. Mia’s sessions suggest the Softa works well here.
• Average-weight back sleepers (around 160–200 lb): The mattress should feel balanced, with light contouring and steady support. My nights on my back stayed aligned, and Carlos noted similar posture in shorter checks.
• Hot sleepers who still want memory foam: Marcus found it manageable early in the night, with some warmth by morning. Breathable bedding can make a difference if you’re heat-sensitive.
• Heavier couples sharing a queen or king: Support through the center stayed acceptable, but edge sitting felt softer under higher load. If you want a sturdier perimeter, a firmer hybrid may feel more secure.
• Heavier stomach sleepers: Stomach naps were fine, but long nights in that position can let the hips dip. A firmer mattress is usually the safer match.

If you sleep mostly on your side or switch between side and back, and you want memory-foam contouring with strong motion isolation at a low price, the Softa is a good fit. If you want bounce or you sit on the edge often, you’ll probably prefer a different build.

Yes. In our testing, lighter and average-weight side sleepers did best. Mia felt clear relief at the shoulder and hip, and my own side-sleep runs stayed aligned without pressure spikes.

It runs warm-neutral rather than cool. Marcus, our hottest sleeper, felt comfortable early in the night and noticed some warmth near morning. The gel layer and bamboo-blend cover helped, but they didn’t turn it into an ice-cold bed.

We’d call it medium-firm, roughly 6–6.5/10. On my 185 lb frame, it felt gently contouring with steady support. Marcus experienced it a bit softer, while Mia felt it a touch firmer but still comfortable. That range is normal for a single medium-firm foam design across different weights.

For motion isolation, yes. Jenna felt Ethan get in, then the movement faded quickly, and his overnight shifting stayed localized. The edge is softer for sitting, though stability improved once they were lying down a little in from the border.

Heavier sleepers can do well through the middle of the bed. Marcus (about 230 lb) stayed supported on his back and felt okay during short stomach naps. He did notice more edge compression and a slightly softer feel on his stomach. Very heavy sleepers or strict stomach sleepers often do better with a firmer, more reinforced option.

We noticed a clear new-foam smell on day one. It faded quickly, and by day three it wasn’t noticeable in our room. Unbox it in a ventilated space and give it time to air out before sleeping on it.

All-foam mattresses like this typically work well on adjustable bases. In our quick checks, it bent smoothly at the hinge points without awkward creasing. A solid platform, closely spaced slats, or an adjustable frame should all work as long as the surface is stable.

The product listing states the foam is CertiPUR-US certified and the cover is OEKO-TEX Standard 100. That points to established standards for emissions and certain chemical limits. Beyond the early off-gassing period, we didn’t notice lingering chemical odors in later nights.

Lifespan depends on body weight, usage, and your base. With a 12-inch profile, a high-density core, and a 10-year warranty, we expect solid durability for the price tier. Rotating it occasionally and keeping it on a supportive foundation can help it wear more evenly.

Ultra-hot sleepers who hate any warmth will probably be happier with cooler hybrids. Very heavy, strict stomach sleepers may also want a firmer bed. People who spend a lot of time sitting on the edge should look for stronger perimeter support than the Softa provides.