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Nolah Signature Mattress Review: Results From Our Test Lab
A dependable mattress for side and back sleepers with all-foam and hybrid options.
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Price Range: $844 – $1,819
Mattress Type: Foam
Firmness Options: Medium (5)
Ratings Summary
Motion Isolation
7.5/10
Edge Support
6.5/10
Temperature Control
6.5/10
Ease of Movement
6/10
Off Gassing
6/10
Pressure Relief
8/10
Pros
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Excellent performance for side sleepers under 230 pounds
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Available in both an all-foam and hybrid model
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Aerated, copper-infused foam is designed to resist heat buildup
Cons
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Feels too soft for most back and stomach sleepers over 230 pounds
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$99 charge for return shipping
Table of Contents
The Nolah Signature represents the Nolah brand’s ongoing commitment to upgrade and expand its product offerings. This mattress, which is available as an all-foam model or a hybrid, incorporates the company’s proprietary AirFoam into the comfort layers to enhance pressure point relief.
The all-foam Nolah Signature has a medium (5) firmness level, and the Signature Hybrid is medium firm (6). Combined with competitive pricing, this mid-range firmness allows both models to appeal to a broad range of sleepers.
In our in-house lab, we put the Nolah Signature through a series of tests to identify its benefits and downsides. We walk you through those test results and go over everything else you need to know to decide if the Nolah Signature is a good match for you.
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Testing Team Takeaways
To test the Nolah Signature Mattress, we had three people on our testing team each take the bed home with them for one week. Here are their initial observations.
Jackson Lindeke
Executive Product Director
Side sleeper
180 pounds
Showers before bed
When lying on my side, I had a lot of support on both the all-foam and hybrid models of the Nolah Signature. I didn’t feel myself sagging into the bed, and there was plenty of cushioning for my shoulders and hips.
Mary Fenton
Head of Product Content
Hybrid sleeper
150 pounds
Sleeps with noise machine
The Nolah Signature wasn’t the easiest mattress to move on top of when changing sleeping positions. But I did feel like I got solid support no matter which sleeping position I was in.
Brad Nehring
Senior Product Analyst
Sidesleeper
215 pounds
Sleeps with a weighted blanket
There’s a lot to appreciate about the Nolah Signature, but for me, the all-foam model is a bit too soft. I felt that the hybrid was better suited to relieve pressure without too much sinkage.
Sleeping Style and Body Weight
Nolah Signature 12
Sleeper Type
Side Sleepers
Back Sleepers
Stomach Sleepers
Nolah Signature Hybrid 14
Sleeper Type
Side Sleepers
Back Sleepers
Stomach Sleepers
Side Sleepers
The Nolah Signature Mattress is a good match for many side sleepers who need high-quality support for their hips and shoulders.
The foam layers in the Nolah Signature’s comfort system cradle these pressure points but don’t cause a feeling of being swallowed by the mattress. This allows the mattress to contribute to spinal alignment for side sleepers under 230 pounds.
Some side sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds will find the Nolah Signature to feel too soft, especially in the all-foam model. At the same time, the Signature Hybrid may be too firm for some side sleepers under 130 pounds.
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers who weigh less than 230 pounds can get quality support from the Nolah Signature, especially the hybrid model. With a medium firm (6) feel that combines cushioning from the foams and light pushback from the coils, the Signature Hybrid cradles the lumbar spine without excess sinkage.
Based on our testing, the Nolah Signature isn’t ideal for back sleepers over 230 pounds. While the hybrid model may give adequate support, the all-foam version is too soft for these sleepers.
Stomach Sleepers
Among stomach sleepers in our testing, it was those who weigh under 130 pounds who reported the best results from the Nolah Signature. However, they still didn’t rave about the mattress, and most were far more comfortable on the hybrid than the all-foam model.
Stomach sleepers over 130 pounds found that both models of the Nolah Signature had too much give, which led to the midsection pushing down into the mattress. This can draw the body into a U-shape that puts undue stress on the lower back.
Mattress Performance
In addition to the hands-on feedback from our team, we conduct a number of quantitative tests in our Test Lab. The below ratings are based on the experience of our testers.
Nolah Signature 12: / 5
Nolah Signature Hybrid 14: / 5
“It seemed to me that the Nolah Signature was able to isolate motion well. I detected only a trace of movement from the other side of the bed.” – Jackson
Motion isolation is better than average on the Nolah Signature Mattress. Its multi-layered comfort system absorbs motion, so it’s rare for you to be woken up when your bed partner gets in or out of bed or otherwise moves around on their side of the mattress.
Because the coils add bounce, there’s a bit more motion transfer on the hybrid model. That makes the all-foam Signature slightly better suited to couples, but either model will effectively prevent most vibrations from spreading on the mattress surface.
Nolah Signature 12: / 5
Nolah Signature Hybrid 14: / 5
“Although I sank a bit into the all-foam Signature, most people who weigh 230 pounds or less should get the pressure relief they need to sleep comfortably. Between the foam and hybrid models, most sleepers can find an option that suits their sleep posture.” – Brad
The Nolah Signature delivers reliable pressure relief, especially to side and back sleepers under 230 pounds. The AirFoam and other polyfoam layers work together to adapt to the body and give essential cushioning to the joints and other hot spots.
Both versions of the mattress provide roughly equal pressure relief, so which one to pick is mostly a matter of preference and personalization. People who like a firmer feel do best with the Nolah Signature Hybrid.
Nolah Signature 12: / 5
Nolah Signature Hybrid 14: / 5
“I was able to sleep soundly without waking up sweating or feeling hot. At the same time, the mattress wasn’t exactly cool and crisp to the touch.” – Mary
Our testing observed roughly mid-range temperature control from the Nolah Signature. The company integrates a number of cooling features into the mattress, but there can still be some heat retention in the foam layers.
Most sleepers won’t be bothered by the level of heat buildup in the Nolah Signature, but it may be an issue for very hot sleepers. The hybrid model is more effective at dissipating heat because air can flow through its coil-based support core.
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Nolah Signature Mattress Review Breakdown
The Nolah Signature comes in two different models. One is an all-foam mattress that is 12.5 inches tall and has a firmness level of medium (5). The other is a hybrid mattress that is 14 inches tall and medium firm (6).
Both models have an organic cotton cover that contributes softness and breathability.
In the all-foam model, there is a 1-inch layer of Nolah’s AirFoam ICE, a proprietary polyfoam that gently cradles the body. This foam is aerated and copper-infused to reduce heat collection, and it has a zoned design to enhance support for key areas of the body.
Beneath the AirFoam, the mattress has a 2-inch layer of polyfoam and a 1.5-inch layer of transition polyfoam, both of which add responsiveness and support. The support core is made of 8 inches of high-density polyfoam.
In the hybrid model, there is a 1.75-inch layer of adaptive polyfoam quilted into the mattress cover followed by a 1-inch layer of AirFoam ICE. The other components of the comfort system include a 2-inch layer of polyfoam and a 1-inch layer of firm polyfoam.
The support core of the Signature Hybrid is made of 8 inches of pocketed coils with edge reinforcements and three support zones. The bottom layer is a quarter-inch of support padding for stability and vibration dampening.
Nolah Signature
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Firmness |
Medium (5) |
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Mattress Type |
Foam |
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Construction |
The Nolah Signature has four polyfoam layers and an organic cotton cover. Cover Material:Organic cotton Comfort Layer:
1″ polyfoam (zoned, aerated, copper-infused)
Support Core:8″ polyfoam |
Nolah Signature Hybrid
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Firmness |
Medium Firm (6) |
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Mattress Type |
Hybrid |
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Construction |
The Nolah Signature Hybrid has four polyfoam layers, a bed of pocketed coils, and an organic cotton cover. Cover Material:Organic cotton Comfort Layer:
1.75″ polyfoam (quilted in cover)
Support Core:
8″ pocketed coils (zoned, reinforced edges)
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Nolah Signature Mattress Sizes
The Nolah Signature and Signature Hybrid are both available in all of the standard mattress sizes and a split king model. Both share the same general weight in each size.
Nolah Signature
Nolah Signature Hybrid
Trial, Warranty, and Shipping Policies
The Nolah Signature is only available to customers in the contiguous 48 U.S. states. It can be purchased from the Nolah website, and it can also be found in partner showrooms in more than a dozen U.S. states.
Nolah provides free shipping of the Nolah Signature to all customers in the contiguous United States. Shipping is not available to Alaska, Hawaii, or international addresses.
The mattress is shipped to your doorstep in a box, and it normally arrives around a week after an order is placed. Nolah provides tracking information so that you can see when the mattress should arrive.
To install the mattress, you need to bring the box into your bedroom. It may take two to three people to safely lift and maneuver the box. Once you open the box and remove the plastic shrink-wrap from the mattress, the Nolah Signature will regain its full size.
Nolah works with a third-party service provider to offer White Glove delivery services, including setup and haul-away of an old mattress. This service comes at an extra charge.
When checking out, Nolah also gives you the option to purchase insurance that covers accidental damage to the mattress.
The sleep trial for the Nolah Signature is 120 nights with a requirement that you keep the mattress for a minimum of 30 nights. If you decide to return the mattress, you will get a refund minus a $99 charge for return shipping. Nolah arranges for pickup of the mattress from your home.
When buying the mattress, you have the option to receive a discount if you waive the sleep trial.
This mattress comes with a lifetime limited warranty. During the first two years, Nolah will replace a defective mattress at no charge. After that, you may pay for transportation charges or a prorated amount of your purchase price in order for a defective mattress to be repaired or replaced.
The warranty provides coverage for uncommon defects in the materials or craftsmanship of the mattress. There is no coverage for accidental damage, minor softening of the foams, or normal wear and tear.
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Jeremy is a sleep product tester with a passion for methodology and data collection.