Review of the Awara Organic Luxury Hybrid’s Top Features 

The best features of this mattress, in our opinion, are:

• Medium-firm 4-layer construction
• 2”-thick GOLS and FSC-certified latex foam is free of VOCs and comes from responsibly-managed forests
• Quilted cover featuring GOTS-certified organic New Zealand wool
• Breathable cover design with wool and rayon made from bamboo
• 8” individually wrapped springs with Thick Gauge Edge Support
• Lower cover with 4 handles
• Long 365-night sleep trial period
• Forever warranty™

This is a mattress in a box, which ships conveniently to your home in a box. Simply unbox the mattress, remove the packaging, and unroll it. The mattress expands regaining its shape within 72 hours, as per the Awara website.

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How Firm Is It?

An important factor in deciding if the Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid is right for you is its firmness or how it feels. The mattress firmness level is based on a 1-10 scale, with 1 as the softest and 10 as the firmest option. 

This mattress is a 7.5, which puts it in the medium-firm range. It is a luxury firm mattress, meaning it has a plush feel while still providing a good amount of support. 

Please note that it is at the higher end of the medium-firm range for mattresses (6.5 is average). Thus, it is going to feel firmer rather than softer.

Natural Materials in the Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress 

This 10-inch-thick mattress is an organic luxury hybrid. It features premium organic and natural materials. They are:

• Dunlop Latex
• New Zealand Wool
• Rayon Made from Bamboo

Dunlop Latex

The natural Dunlox latex is GOLS-certified. GOLS stands for Global Organic Latex Standard. To earn this certification seal, the latex must be free of VOCs (volatile organic compounds), pesticides, and dangerous chemicals.

Besides being eco-friendly, this material can benefit sleep health. The latex is also certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). An FSC-certification shows the latex foam is harvested from forests that are both responsibly managed and socially, environmentally, and economically beneficial

New Zealand Wool

This wool, which is used in the mattress cover, is completely organic. Sourced from sheep, New Zealand wool is a naturally durable material. 

The wool can naturally regulate body temperature. That is good news for those who tend to sleep hot.

It is also GOTS-Certified, meaning it meets a high standard for organic integrity, from when it is harvested. GOTS is an acronym for Global Organic Textile Standard.

Rayon Blend from Bamboo

Along with wool, the cover features a rayon blend made from bamboo. The naturally breathable bamboo is central to the fabric blend.

Finally, this Awara mattress has the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 label, meaning it is low or free of substances that may be hazardous to human health. That covers every material and component in the mattress. That is reassuring from a safety perspective, especially if you have kids or pets in the home.

Awara Organic Luxury Hybrid Construction Review

This Awara model is a hybrid, which means that it combines more than one mattress style. It features natural Dunlop latex over coils.

The top layer is the plush cover made of New Zealand wool and rayon made from bamboo. Several reviewers online explain that the cover helps keep them cool and feels soft. 

Below that is 2 inches of natural Dunlop latex, which is a medium firmness. Some web reviewers explain that they like the responsiveness that the latex provides. For those who do not like to feel they’re sinking into a mattress, this bouncy feel is likely preferred. The latex layer also provides support, with a firmer feel than memory foam.

The next layer of support is a premium coil core. The 8-inch coils are individually wrapped for great motion isolation. This means that if your partner moves during the night, you are less likely to feel the motion on your side of the mattress and be jolted awake. The number of coils increases with the mattress size.

For those who do not like to feel they’re sinking into a mattress, this bouncy feel is likely preferred. The latex layer also provides support, with a firmer feel than memory foam.

We like the four reinforced handles on the lower cover of the mattress, which isn’t a feature we see often in the mattress industry. This thoughtful feature wraps around the base to make moving the mattress easier.

Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress Review: Pros and Any Drawbacks

There is a lot to like about this organic mattress in a box, and some potential limitations. Understanding these points can help you determine if this one is suitable for your home.

Natural Comfort

As earlier explained, the organic mattress is made of natural and organic materials rather than memory foam,  and potentially harmful chemicals. This feature is important for those who want a healthier sleep experience or to make an eco-friendly purchase. Plus, some people find they sleep cool with Dunlop latex, and it is a comfortable mattress, as per many reviewers.

If you prefer the sinking feeling of memory foam, the Awara mattress may not be for you. Instead, it has a firmer feel, which may help you get the support you’re looking for. With a bouncy feel, it also makes changing sleep positions during the night easier.

Sleep Cool

The wool-and-rayon cover helps provide a cool sleep surface, as per more than one web reviewer. Plus, the combination of the natural Dunlop latex layer with the individually wrapped coils enables good air circulation. That is another way the Awara Mattress may help some people sleep cool. 

If you have ever woken up in a sweat in the middle of the night, you know that it can make for a tiring day after. Having a mattress that naturally regulates body temperature can help some people stay comfortable and get a longer sleep.

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Support for Back, Stomach Sleepers, and Combination Sleepers

Many web reviews discuss this mattress’s support for those who sleep on their back or stomach. This potential benefit is thanks to the medium-firm support of the Dunlop latex foam and the coil base.

Providing firm support is important for stomach sleepers so that their midsection does not sink too much into the mattress. If this sinking feel happens, it puts the spine out of alignment and can lead to a sore back in the morning. 

For back sleepers, the mattress needs to be firm enough to support the spine. It is best if it does not allow the hips to sink too far. Awara’s mattress may provide lumbar region support for some average-weight back sleepers to help ease backaches. If your back pain is chronic, we encourage you to visit a doctor to find the best sleep environment for you.

However, the firmness of this mattress will not appeal to everyone. It is firmer than a medium mattress, so those who like a softer sleep surface might want to consider a different option. One example is a side sleeper who likes a memory foam mattress and is looking for pressure relief. With that said, the Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress offers support that may suit some back, stomach, and combination sleepers.

There is also great support around the mattress edges, with the Thick Gauge Edge Support coils. Having solid edge support means you get more sleep surface and sit on the bed to take off your shoes without worrying about rolling off.

Price

Latex mattresses are known for being at a higher price point than memory foam models. While the Awara Organic Luxury Hybrid made with Dunlop latex is no exception, it is of great value given the premium materials. A financing option is available too through Awara’s website for those who prefer this option to paying all at once upfront.

Moreover, the Awara model is designed to be a luxury mattress, rather than the cheapest one available. 

Adding to its excellent value are the lifetime warranty and sleep trial. Let’s talk next about these features.

What about the Warranty and Sleep Trial? Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress Review

Warranty

A Forever Warranty™ comes with the Awara Mattress. It covers specific material and workmanship defects during your ownership as the original purchaser. Awara will replace or repair the mattress for free if the mattress meets the warranty terms. After 10 years, you are responsible for the return shipping costs. As the policy covers and excludes specific things, we encourage you to read it in full.

Please note that Awara can change any of its policy details at any time, and we are not responsible for any discrepancies between the company policies and this review. The Forever Warranty™ provides peace of mind that this mattress will last a long time. 

Long Sleep Trial

Imagine getting a year-long trial period with a mattress. That’s what you get with the Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid. 

It comes with a 365-night sleep trial, which starts on the date of delivery. This means that you can try out the mattress in your home (USA only) through every season to see if it provides the right sleep experience for you. That is one of the longest trials we have come across in the mattress industry.

If you decide to return the mattress within the trial period, Awara explains on their website that they will work with you to locally donate or dispose of the mattress in the US. Returns and shipping are both free in the contiguous US.

What Else to Know about the Awara Mattress

There are a few more things we want to tell you in this Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress review, including shipping, off-gassing, awards earned, and available sizes.

Free Shipping and Returns

Awara covers the shipping and returns costs. We like seeing this as it’s a cost savings. Free shipping is limited to the contiguous United States. A non-refundable shipping fee applies to the remaining US areas, such as Hawaii.

In the unlikely case you want to return your mattress, Awara offers this service within the 365-day trial period. As per their website, the company will work with you to coordinate the process.

Off-Gassing 

There is little off-gassing with this mattress in a box, as per many online reviewers. The latex gives a slight smell when removing it from the box and packaging, but this odor typically dissipates within a short time. 

To make this experience less unpleasant, some people open the windows in the bedroom in which they unbox the mattress. That can help with ventilation.

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Awards

The Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress has earned several awards. For example, it has earned the distinguished title of Best Organic Mattress 2024 from Forbes Vetted. 

It is also Best Latex Mattress (2024) from CNET and Slumber Search, as well as a 2024 award recipient from SELF, WIRED, and Cosmopolitan magazines.

Earning several distinctions like these speaks to the great quality and popularity of the Awara model.

Giving Back

Awara gives back by planting 10 trees through trees.org for every mattress purchased through their nonprofit partner Trees for the Future. These fast-growing trees are planted in Uganda, Senegal, Kenya, or Tanzania. 

The project can help farming families in exhausted areas by providing food sources, livestock feed, and more. If you want to give back in some way, the Awara Mattress can help you do so.

Sizes and Dimensions

There are many sizes to choose from for the 10-inch-high Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress. The sizes are:

• Twin (38”W x 75”L)
• Twin XL  (38”W x 80”L)
• Full (54”W x 75”L)
• Queen (60”W x 80”L)
• King (76”W x 80”L)
• Cal King (72”W x 84”L)

These are the most common mattress sizes, so it’s nice to see they are available. The right size for you will depend on whether you sleep alone or with a partner, sleep position, and other factors.

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Bed Frames and Bases

This mattress in a box is designed to fit with a range of beds. That makes it easy to customize your sleep environment. For example, you might pair the mattress with a box spring, an adjustable base or a traditional frame. It can also pair with a platform or divan base. Awara offers the option to add one of their beds to your online order for an additional fee as a convenient way to complete your bedroom set.

Add Bedding 

Consider adding Awara bedding to your Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress order. Awara has bedding offers from time to time, available on the order page, for pillows, sheets, and a mattress protector

Noise

Several web reviewers indicate that there is little to no noise from this hybrid mattress. That is great to hear for anyone who is a light sleeper or simply does not want a squeaky sleep surface.

Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress Review Conclusion

If you are looking for premium mattress made well with natural and organic materials, the award-winning Awara Mattress is one to consider. While it will not fit every household’s budget, it is a great value, including several certifications for sustainable materials and practices, a long sleep trial and warranty coverage. 

Couples are likely to appreciate the excellent motion isolation of this mattress, and some stomach, back, and combination sleepers may get support where they need it the most. Those who sleep hot may find relief, too, with the natural cooling properties of the materials in the luxurious mattress. Given its many positive attributes, the Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress is one we recommend.

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