Ghostbed Classic Review

Rating: 7.1
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The GhostBed Classic mattress is a medium-firm (6.5/10) bed-in-a-box that combines latex and memory foam, offering good support and cooling features. It is ideal for hot sleepers, back pain sufferers, and lightweight back and stomach sleepers. The mattress has a breathable cover, aerated latex, and gel-infused memory foam to regulate temperature. It provides solid support and pressure relief, especially for back and stomach sleepers, but may be too firm for lightweight individuals and those who prefer a traditional memory foam feel. The mattress arrives compressed with slight off-gassing that dissipates in a few days. It comes with a 101-night trial and a 20-year warranty.

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7.5
  • 9
    Cooling

    The combination of a breathable cover, aerated latex, and gel-infused memory foam helps regulate temperature.

  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    The foam construction effectively absorbs movement, making it a good choice for couples.

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    The mattress offers solid support for back and stomach sleepers, while side sleepers may experience pressure build-up.

  • 6
    Off-Gassing

    There may be a slight chemical smell upon unboxing, but it dissipates within a couple of days.

8.7
  • 10
    Motion Transfer

    The GhostBed excels in minimizing motion transfer, making it an excellent choice for couples.

  • 9
    Edge Support

    The GhostBed provides excellent edge support, with minimal sinkage when sitting or lying on the edge.

  • 9
    Response Time

    The mattress has a fast response time, recovering mostly within 0.4 seconds and fully within 1.0 second.

  • 9
    Pressure Relief

    The mattress scores 9.0 in pressure relief, effectively accommodating various sleeping positions.

  • 7.8
    Sex

    The mattress offers sufficient bounce and low noise, making it suitable for sexual activity.

  • 8
    Cooling

    The GhostBed has a cooling score of 8.0, indicating it performs well but is not the coolest option available.

  • 8
    Off-Gassing

    The initial off-gassing smell is strong but dissipates within two days, which is relatively quick compared to other mattresses.

6.8
  • 9
    Cooling

    Excellent cooling properties due to the latex layer.

  • 8
    Sex

    The mattress is responsive, making it suitable for sexual activity.

  • 8
    Response Time

    Offers a bouncy and responsive feel due to the latex layer.

  • 8
    Bounce

    The latex layer provides bounce.

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    Good support and pressure relief for back sleepers, but may be too firm for side sleepers.

  • 6
    Off-Gassing

    Requires a 24-48 hour off-gassing period but typically has fewer odors compared to other foam mattresses.

  • 5
    Edge Support

    Average edge support typical of all-foam mattresses.

  • 3
    Motion Transfer

    High motion transfer may disturb partners.

7.0
  • 9
    Motion Transfer

    The mattress excels in isolating motion, making it a good choice for couples.

  • 8
    Cooling

    The gel memory foam and latex layer help prevent heat retention, making it cooler than many other foam mattresses.

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    The mattress provides pressure relief without the "sinking" sensation often associated with traditional memory foam.

  • 6
    Bounce

    The top layer of synthetic latex foam provides breathability and a slight bounce.

  • 5
    Edge Support

    While edge support is average, it is sufficient for most users.

3.5
  • 3.5
    Motion Transfer

    The GhostBed has some bounce, which may not be ideal for couples as it does not isolate motion well.

  • 4
    Edge Support

    The mattress has a 4/5 rating for edge support.

  • 3
    Cooling

    The GhostBed is designed to keep sleepers cool, utilizing materials that promote airflow.

8.0
  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    Surveys indicate that adjustable beds can alleviate joint and back pain, enhance comfort, and ease mobility.

8.5
  • 9
    Cooling

    Multiple customers highlighted the cooling effect, significantly improving sleep quality by reducing night sweats.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    Customers mentioned the mattress alleviated chronic pain conditions, allowing comfortable sleep in various positions.

6.0
  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    Effective for couples

  • 7
    Edge Support

    Better than typical foam mattresses

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    Good for side sleepers, though heavier individuals may experience pressure points

  • 5
    Cooling

    Average cooling properties

  • 3
    Bounce

    Limited bounce

6.0
  • 7
    Cooling

    Features a breathable cover and aerated latex, which helps maintain a cooler sleeping surface

  • 7
    Bounce

    The latex layer provides good bounce, making it easy to change positions

  • 6
    Edge Support

    Offers decent edge support, allowing users to sit or sleep near the edges without feeling unstable

  • 5
    Motion Transfer

    Moderate motion transfer, which may disturb light sleepers sharing the bed

  • 5
    Pressure Relief

    Some users report inadequate pressure relief for side sleepers

7.4
  • 10
    Cooling

    The GhostBed Luxe features patented cooling technology that keeps the mattress surface cool to the touch and effectively disperses body heat.

  • 9
    Motion Transfer

    The mattress excels in motion isolation, making it ideal for couples, as movements are barely felt.

  • 8
    Edge Support

    It also offers strong edge support, allowing users to sit or sleep near the edges without feeling like they might roll off.

  • 6
    Pressure Relief

    While it provides good pressure relief for side sleepers, some testers noted that it may not adequately support the hips for back sleepers, leading to discomfort.

  • 4
    Off-Gassing

    The mattress does have a notable off-gassing smell upon unboxing.

8.0
  • 10
    Cooling

    Excelled in heat diffusion, cooling down quickly after body heat was applied

  • 9
    Motion Transfer

    Demonstrated low motion transfer, beneficial for couples

  • 5
    Edge Support

    Rated as average, making it less ideal for sitting on the edge

8.0
  • 8
    Cooling

    The Ghostbed Classic is noted for its cooling properties.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    The Amerisleep AS3 is praised for its pressure relief and comfort.

7.5
  • 8
    Cooling

    Cooling technology through gel-infused foam and breathable covers

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    Good pressure relief and support for various sleep positions

8.0
  • 8
    Cooling

    GhostBed Chill incorporates cooling technology for a comfortable sleep experience.

Response Time
8.5
  • 9.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress has a fast response time, recovering mostly within 0.4 seconds and fully within 1.0 second.

  • 8.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Offers a bouncy and responsive feel due to the latex layer.

Sex
7.9
  • 7.8
    naplab.com

    The mattress offers sufficient bounce and low noise, making it suitable for sexual activity.

  • 8.0
    sleepopolis.com

    The mattress is responsive, making it suitable for sexual activity.

Cooling
7.8
  • 10.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    The GhostBed Luxe features patented cooling technology that keeps the mattress surface cool to the touch and effectively disperses body heat.

  • 10.0
    reviewed.usatoday.com

    Excelled in heat diffusion, cooling down quickly after body heat was applied

  • 9.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    The combination of a breathable cover, aerated latex, and gel-infused memory foam helps regulate temperature.

  • 9.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Excellent cooling properties due to the latex layer.

  • 9.0
    www.ghostbed.com

    Multiple customers highlighted the cooling effect, significantly improving sleep quality by reducing night sweats.

  • 8.0
    naplab.com

    The GhostBed has a cooling score of 8.0, indicating it performs well but is not the coolest option available.

  • 8.0
    www.cnet.com

    The gel memory foam and latex layer help prevent heat retention, making it cooler than many other foam mattresses.

  • 8.0
    www.sleepare.com

    The Ghostbed Classic is noted for its cooling properties.

  • 8.0
    yawnder.com

    Cooling technology through gel-infused foam and breathable covers

  • 8.0
    www.ghostbedretail.com

    GhostBed Chill incorporates cooling technology for a comfortable sleep experience.

  • 7.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    Features a breathable cover and aerated latex, which helps maintain a cooler sleeping surface

  • 5.0
    www.goodbed.com

    Average cooling properties

  • 3.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    The GhostBed is designed to keep sleepers cool, utilizing materials that promote airflow.

Pressure Relief
7.2
  • 9.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress scores 9.0 in pressure relief, effectively accommodating various sleeping positions.

  • 8.0
    www.ncoa.org

    Surveys indicate that adjustable beds can alleviate joint and back pain, enhance comfort, and ease mobility.

  • 8.0
    www.ghostbed.com

    Customers mentioned the mattress alleviated chronic pain conditions, allowing comfortable sleep in various positions.

  • 8.0
    www.sleepare.com

    The Amerisleep AS3 is praised for its pressure relief and comfort.

  • 7.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    The mattress offers solid support for back and stomach sleepers, while side sleepers may experience pressure build-up.

  • 7.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Good support and pressure relief for back sleepers, but may be too firm for side sleepers.

  • 7.0
    www.cnet.com

    The mattress provides pressure relief without the "sinking" sensation often associated with traditional memory foam.

  • 7.0
    www.goodbed.com

    Good for side sleepers, though heavier individuals may experience pressure points

  • 7.0
    yawnder.com

    Good pressure relief and support for various sleep positions

  • 6.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    While it provides good pressure relief for side sleepers, some testers noted that it may not adequately support the hips for back sleepers, leading to discomfort.

  • 5.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    Some users report inadequate pressure relief for side sleepers

Motion Transfer
7.2
  • 10.0
    naplab.com

    The GhostBed excels in minimizing motion transfer, making it an excellent choice for couples.

  • 9.0
    www.cnet.com

    The mattress excels in isolating motion, making it a good choice for couples.

  • 9.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    The mattress excels in motion isolation, making it ideal for couples, as movements are barely felt.

  • 9.0
    reviewed.usatoday.com

    Demonstrated low motion transfer, beneficial for couples

  • 8.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    The foam construction effectively absorbs movement, making it a good choice for couples.

  • 8.0
    www.goodbed.com

    Effective for couples

  • 5.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    Moderate motion transfer, which may disturb light sleepers sharing the bed

  • 3.5
    www.mattressclarity.com

    The GhostBed has some bounce, which may not be ideal for couples as it does not isolate motion well.

  • 3.0
    sleepopolis.com

    High motion transfer may disturb partners.

Edge Support
6.1
  • 9.0
    naplab.com

    The GhostBed provides excellent edge support, with minimal sinkage when sitting or lying on the edge.

  • 8.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    It also offers strong edge support, allowing users to sit or sleep near the edges without feeling like they might roll off.

  • 7.0
    www.goodbed.com

    Better than typical foam mattresses

  • 6.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    Offers decent edge support, allowing users to sit or sleep near the edges without feeling unstable

  • 5.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Average edge support typical of all-foam mattresses.

  • 5.0
    www.cnet.com

    While edge support is average, it is sufficient for most users.

  • 5.0
    reviewed.usatoday.com

    Rated as average, making it less ideal for sitting on the edge

  • 4.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    The mattress has a 4/5 rating for edge support.

Off-Gassing
6.0
  • 8.0
    naplab.com

    The initial off-gassing smell is strong but dissipates within two days, which is relatively quick compared to other mattresses.

  • 6.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    There may be a slight chemical smell upon unboxing, but it dissipates within a couple of days.

  • 6.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Requires a 24-48 hour off-gassing period but typically has fewer odors compared to other foam mattresses.

  • 4.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    The mattress does have a notable off-gassing smell upon unboxing.

Bounce
6.0
  • 8.0
    sleepopolis.com

    The latex layer provides bounce.

  • 7.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    The latex layer provides good bounce, making it easy to change positions

  • 6.0
    www.cnet.com

    The top layer of synthetic latex foam provides breathability and a slight bounce.

  • 3.0
    www.goodbed.com

    Limited bounce