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Nolah Evolution Comfort+ Mattress Review
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Ranked #6 on our Best Mattresses for Heavy People list
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ is a luxury hybrid intended for people who weigh more than 230 pounds. Dense foam layers and supportive multi-zone coils help ensure a flat, even sleep surface with minimal sinkage around the midsection.
- Solid support for back and side sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds
- Isolates movement well and prevents motion transfer
- Sleeps very cool
- Less contouring than many hybrid models
- Lacks some responsiveness
- Best for those between 130 and 230 pounds, rather than its intended 230+ pound audience
Nolah is a sleep brand that makes mattresses, bed bases, sheets, and other bedding. The company’s products often include proprietary materials aimed at making sleep more comfortable.
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ is a firm (7) hybrid mattress designed for heavier people. This model’s sturdy construction supports up to 1,000 pounds. It has a plush Euro-top to cushion its surface and a zoned pocketed coil core for targeted support. It also has cooling features designed to keep hot sleepers happy.
Below, we’ll focus on the Nolah Evolution Comfort+ and what our testing team thought of its performance. We’ll also break down Nolah’s company policies so you have all the facts to decide if it’s right for you.
SMART MATCHING
Is the Nolah Evolution Comfort+ Right for You?
Use the filters below to see how well the Nolah Evolution Comfort+ lines up with your unique needs. We'll also give you a couple other recommendations based on your answers.
TEST LAB RATINGS
How the Nolah Evolution Comfort+ Scored
Motion Isolation8.0/10
It’s somewhat unusual for a hybrid to isolate motion this well, but the Evolution Comfort+ manages it with ease. The thick comfort system absorbs movement, so co-sleepers are less likely to wake up when their partner adjusts positions. The pocketed coil core also reduces surface vibrations, since each spring moves independently.
Logan Foley, Executive Product Director: I don’t always have good luck with motion isolation on hybrids this firm, but I was pleasantly surprised that I didn’t notice much movement while I tested this bed.
Pressure Relief8.0/10
The Evolution Comfort+ offers solid pressure relief. Its Euro-top gently cushions, while the AirFoam layer redistributes weight to alleviate tension. The pocketed coil core also reduces pressure buildup because its zones give you more pushback where you need it and extra cushioning where you don’t.
That said, our side sleeping testers under 130 pounds said they didn’t weigh enough to get significant pressure relief from this bed.
Mary Fenton, Head of Product Content: I think the Evolution Comfort+ is a good fit for anyone who wants pressure relief but not a lot of compression. The zoned support does the heavy lifting and prevents sore spots without letting you sink too much.
Temperature Control7.5/10
Our testers were impressed with the mattress’ solid temperature control. The airy cotton cover has thermally conductive fibers designed to dissipate heat, and the gusseted Euro-top ventilates the comfort system.
While some types of foam are prone to heat retention, AirFoam is designed for breathability, so it doesn’t trap as much heat as close-conforming memory foam. The pocketed coil support core also has plenty of gaps to disperse heat.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: This bed isn’t the coolest hybrid we’ve tested, but it didn’t retain too much heat either. Its construction and extra cooling features work as advertised.
Edge Support9.0/10
We didn’t notice much compression when sitting or lying along the sides of the Evolution Comfort+. Responsive foam comfort layers minimize sinkage, while a reinforced perimeter boosts edge support. Co-sleepers should be able to spread out on the mattress and feel consistent support.
Mary Fenton, Head of Product Content: There’s an impressive amount of edge support at the sides of this bed. If you have mobility limitations, you may want to give it a try.
Ease of Movement7.0/10
As a mattress designed for heavier people, the Evolution Comfort+ resists sagging and regains its shape quickly when sleepers move, preventing deep impressions that could otherwise feel confining. The springy pocketed coil core also facilitates movement, while a sturdy perimeter makes getting in and out of bed easier. However, those looking for an exceptionally bouncy bed may want a latex hybrid instead.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: This bed has a blend of bounce and motion isolation, which is a tricky balance to get right. Because of the foam, it’s not super responsive, but the coil core keeps you from feeling like you’re ‘in’ the bed.
Durability8.5/10
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ has a sturdy design and will likely outlast many of its competitors. The adaptive comfort system evenly distributes body weight to relieve premature wear on any one area of the bed, with firmer areas under the torso and hips to prevent sagging. The 8-inch pocketed coil base is also zoned, ensuring many years of solid spinal support. With proper care, the Evolution Comfort+ should stay with you for upwards of seven years.
HANDS-ON TESTING
Testing Team Takeaways
To test the Nolah Evolution Comfort+ Mattress, we had three people on our testing team take the bed home and test it for one week. Here are their initial observations.
Logan Foley
Executive Product Director · Side · 140 lbs
Side · 140 lbs
“I appreciate the extra cooling features the Evolution Comfort+ has. It’s not the coolest bed I’ve ever tried, but I think it’s totally worthwhile for all but the hottest sleepers.”
Mary Fenton
Head of Product Content · Combination · 150 lbs
Combination · 150 lbs
“Since I switch between sleeping positions, I need a bed that’s supportive no matter what. I thought the Comfort+ did a surprisingly good job. I expected it to be too firm because of its marketing, but I found it a really good fit.”
Brad Nehring
Product Testing Manager · Side · 215 lbs
Side · 215 lbs
“I think the Comfort+ is a little shy of hitting the mark for heavier sleepers. It’s certainly not a bad option, but I think it’s too compressive for anyone who’s significantly heavier than 230.”
Who it Fits
Fit by Sleep Position and Body Weight
Sizes, dimensions and weights
Side Sleepers
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ provides even contouring that’s a good fit for most side sleepers, especially those between 130 and 230 pounds. The zoned coil core has spinal support and side body cushioning — a combination that most side sleepers appreciate. Our testers under 130 pounds found the mattress’ firm (7) feel a bit too rigid, while those over 230 pounds would have liked more structure.
Back Sleepers
The Evolution Comfort+ Mattress’ combination of firm support and gentle cushioning are ideal for many back sleepers, particularly those between 130 and 230 pounds. The Euro-top cushions the body, while the AirFoam HD layer evenly distributes weight. The pocketed coil core’s middle section is zoned for extra lumbar support to prevent back pain and boost spinal alignment.
Stomach Sleepers
Because of its firm support and zoned core, the Evolution Comfort+ is a good match for stomach sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds. Its resilient polyfoam comfort system keeps stomach sleepers on top of the mattress and prevents their spines from sinking and curving.
The zoned pocketed coil support core is the second line of defense in preventing sinkage, with sturdier coils in the middle to help keep a stomach sleeper’s midsection and shoulders on an even plane. Our testers above and below the 130 to 230 pound weight group thought the bed was too firm and too soft, respectively.
Construction
Inside the Nolah Evolution Comfort+
Cover
Organic cotton with ArcticTex fibers
Comfort Layers
Polyfoam (quilted in Euro-top), AirFoam HD, polyfoam, high-density polyfoam
Support Core
Pocketed coils, recycled plant fiber pad
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Buying It
Trial, Warrant, and Delivery
365 Night
Sleep trial
Lifetime
Warranty
Free
Ground shipping (all 50 states)
$199+
White Glove delivery
Availability
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ is sold through the company’s website.
Shipping
The mattress includes free shipping to the contiguous U.S. The mattress is compressed, vacuum-sealed in plastic, and packed in a box for shipping via FedEx.
Additional Services
Nolah offers new mattress setup and old mattress removal for additional fees through a third-party vendor.
Sleep Trial
The Nolah Evolution Comfort+ includes a 120-night sleep trial with a required 30-day break-in period. Returns within the trial period are eligible for a full refund, minus a $99 transportation fee. You can get a $100 discount on your mattress by opting out of the trial.
Warranty
Nolah backs the mattress with a partially prorated, limited lifetime warranty. The warranty covers Nolah backs the mattress with a partially prorated, limited lifetime warranty. The warranty covers manufacturing defects and permanent body impressions greater than 1 inch.
Logan is a Certified Sleep Science Coach with a deep understanding of what it means to struggle with sleep. Her years of experience researching and testing sleep products – including mattresses, natural sleep aids, and bedding – are critical to her role helping lead the editorial team. When she’s not testing mattresses or researching CBT-I, she enjoys spending time in the sunshine with her husband and her dogs Pepper and Winston.