Best For
- Healthy materials; all-natural latex, organic wool, organic cotton
- Fantastic edge support for both sitting and lying
- Near-instant response, 0.3 seconds to mostly recovery
Considerations
- Higher bounce and fast response result in more motion transfer, but also better sex
- Pressure relief is good, but not great. Only 2.0” of comfort materials
Our Verdict
The Avocado Green mattress is a certified organic latex hybrid mattress. It has an 11″ profile with a 2″ comfort layer of natural latex and a 9″ support system of pocketed coils.
In our performance tests, the Avocado mattress had excellent cooling, low motion transfer, very fast response, excellent edge support, excellent sex performance, and very good pressure relief.
We tested the standard version, which I felt was lacking in the pressure relief department. Avocado sells a pillow top option, would I would expect would improve pressure relief notably, while also further reducing motion transfer.
Type: Latex Hybrid
Firmness: Medium Firm (6.5)
In This Review
Performance Tests | Firmness | Support & Sleeping Positions | Design | Materials | Comparisons | FAQs
Performance Tests
At NapLab, we put each mattress to the test.
We test 9 different factors that impact the comfort and feel of the mattress. Testing categories include:
Test | Rating |
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Cooling | Excellent |
Sinkage | Moderate |
Motion Transfer | Low |
Response Time | Extremely Fast |
Bounce | High |
Edge Support | Excellent |
Sex | Excellent |
Pressure Relief | Very Good |
Off-Gassing | Excellent |
Company | Exceptional |
How is the Avocado Different?
The Avocado mattress has better performance than average and is slightly more expensive than the average latex hybrid ($166 difference).
Advantages
The Avocado mattress has slightly higher cooling performance as well as lower levels of motion transfer, 12% lower levels than average.
It also has a slightly faster material response time and better edge support when sitting or lying directly on the edge.
Neutral Factors
This mattress has about average levels of sinkage and 20% more bounce than average. When these factors are more preferential than “good vs. bad”, they are still worth mentioning and certainly change the overall feel of the mattress.
Disadvantages
The Avocado mattress only has an 11″ thickness (0.9″ thinner than average) which can be problematic if you’re looking for exceptional pressure relief.
Factor | Avocado Green | Average |
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Overall | 9.61 | 9.52 |
Price | $1,999 | $1,833 (Latex Hybrid only) |
Cooling | 9.5 | 9.4 |
Max Sinkage | 2.19″ | 2.18″ |
Total Motion Transfer | 7.31 m/s² | 8.34 m/s² |
Response Time | 0.3 sec. | 0.4 sec. |
Total Bounce | 11.54″ | 9.62″ |
Edge Support – Sitting Sinkage | 3.25″ | 4.14″ |
Mattress Thickness | 11.0″ | 11.9″ |
Sex Overall | 9.8 | 9.6 |
Comfort Material | 2.0″ | 4.2″ |
Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong | Strong |
Off-Gassing – Days | 1 day | 5 days |
Trial | 365 nights | 165 nights |
Warranty | 25 years | 27% have lifetime warranties, average of other 73% of mattresses is 14 years |
Cooling Test
The cooling performance on the Avocado mattress is good, but not amazing. During my tests, I felt slight heat retention around most of my body.
It wasn’t significant and it wasn’t isolated to any particular area of the body (usually we see heat build-up in the midsection).
Baseline Temp.
81.2° F
Max Temp.
90.5° F
Ending Temp.
82.4° F
Max Temp.
Ending Temp
- Baseline Temperature – the temperature of the mattress before anyone lies on it
- Maximum Temperature (0 minute) – the temperature of the mattress after lying on it for 15 minutes
- Ending Temperature (5 minute) – the temperature of the mattress after being lied upon and having no one on it for 5 minutes
The Avocado’s more restrained and generalized level of sinkage and hug around the body likely reduces heat build-up in a single place. Even so, there was a definite slight build-up. Looking at the material design of the mattress, I was a little surprised the heat dissipation wasn’t better.
With only 2.0” of foam on top of coils that’s usually a design that creates plenty of cooling. Looking at our objective data, we see a maximum temperature of 90.5° F.
Given that our baseline temperature was 81.2°, a 90.5° max temperature isn’t excessively hot, but it’s further along the temperature scale than I expected.
Furthermore, it does help to explain my subjective experience. Looking at the heat dissipation curve, we saw a decline of 90.5 to 86.5° from the 0 to 1-minute mark. This is a decrease of 4.0°.
Heat Dissipation Over Time
On average, across all of our mattress tests to date, we see a 0 to 1-minute temperature drop of 3.9°.
So the Avocado is essentially average from 0 to 1 minute. From minutes 2 to 5 the temperature continued to gradually decline, ending at a temperature of 82.4°.
The drop in temperature from minute 0 to minute 5 is 8.1°. Mattresses with the best heat dissipation will release the majority of their retained heat within 1 minute.
The Avocado seems to hold onto the heat just a little bit more, only releasing 49.4% of heat by minute 1.
This isn’t a bad cooling performance, just not great either.
Sinkage Test
The Avocado Green mattress has a moderate level of sinkage. In our tests, we measured a sinkage depth of 2.19” on the Avocado Green mattress.
Sinkage Depth
2.19″
Sinkage Feel
Moderate
The level of sinkage is documented in the image below.
On average, across all of our mattress tests to date, we have measured 2.20” of sinkage. As a result, Avocado’s 2.19” is effectively perfectly average.
It’s enough sinkage to allow the hips and midsection to drop enough to create better neutral spinal alignment, but not so deep as to create support problems.
Motion Transfer Test
The Avocado Green mattress has a low level of motion transfer. In our tests, we measured a total acceleration range of 7.31 m/s².
The level of motion transfer is documented in the video below.
This would still be considered a low level of motion transfer and is just slightly better than the average (across over 175+ mattresses tested to date).
On average, based on all of our mattress tests to date, we see a motion transfer level of 8.33 m/s².
Max. Acceleration
4.12 m/s²
Min. Acceleration
-3.19 m/s²
Accel. Range
7.31 m/s²
Natural latex as a material has a high level of bounce and response. Pocketed coils also have a high level of bounce and response. A medium-firm to slightly firm feel creates a higher level of bounce.
When you combine the natural latex, pocketed coils, and medium-firm feel together in a single mattress it’s no surprise that you’re going to end up with more motion transfer, but this is still better than average.
Response Test
The Avocado Green mattress has an extremely fast material response time.
In our tests, we measured a mostly recovered material response of 0.3 seconds. A full material recovery takes just 0.7 seconds.
Mostly Recovered
0.3 sec.
Complete Recovery
0.7 sec.
Both of these measurements are quite a bit faster than the average.
The level of responsiveness is documented in the video below.
On average, based on all of our mattress tests to date, we see mattresses taking 0.6 seconds to mostly recover and 0.9 seconds for a full material recovery.
Both latex and pocketed coils are materials with incredibly quick response. The materials spring back to their original shape almost immediately.
Bounce Test
There is a high level of bounce on the Avocado Green mattress. In our tests, we measured a total bounce height of 11.54”.
This is notably more than the average, based on all of our mattress tests to date, which is 9.62”.
Max. Depth
5.51″
Max. Rebound
6.03″
Total Bounce
11.54″
Max. Sinkage Depth
Max Bounce Height
The level of bounce is also documented in the video below.
Higher bounce makes the mattress easier to move around on, in addition, it gives it a more traditional feel and makes it better for sex.
With layers of natural latex and pocketed coils, it’s no surprise that the Avocado has quite a lot of bounce.
That bounce pays big dividends when it comes to sex. However, as we discussed earlier, it also makes motion transfer worse. It’s a sword that cuts two ways.
Edge Support Test
Edge support is excellent on the Avocado Green mattress. In our tests, we measured just 3.25” of compression when sitting directly on the edge of the mattress.
Max Sinkage
3.25″
Lying Support
Exceptional
This is considerably lower and better than the average, which is 4.64” of sitting edge compression. In general, I like to see a sitting edge compression of 4.0” or less. So 3.25” is a fantastic performance.
The Avocado mattress does a great job at creating plenty of support and pushback even when under direct sitting pressure at the edge. Edge support for lying is equally as impressive.
The level of edge support while seated is documented in the images below.
Sitting, 140 lbs.
Sitting, 200 lbs.
Even when lying directly on the edge of the mattress I felt fully supported. The mattress provides plenty of support in all sleeping positions. I felt equally as supported at the absolute edge as I did while lying in the center of the mattress.
The level of edge support while lying is documented in the images below.
Lying on Edge, 140 lbs.
Lying on Edge, 200 lbs.
Sex Test
The best mattresses for sex have high bounce, good edge support, quiet materials, and good pressure relief and cooling.
These 5 factors make up the NapLab sex performance score.
Sex Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Rating |
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Bounce | 60% | 10 | High |
Edge Support | 20% | 9.9 | Excellent |
Noise | 10% | 9 | Moderate |
Pressure Relief | 5% | 9 | Very Good |
Cooling | 5% | 9.5 | Excellent |
For the Avocado Green, these individual factors generated a sex score of 9.8.
Breaking down this score into five factors, we saw excellent (high) levels of bounce, exceptional edge support, and good pressure relief and cooling.
Being a hybrid, the Avocado is slightly noisier than a 100% foam mattress, but not as noisy as a classic innerspring.
Pressure Relief Test
Pressure relief on the Avocado Green mattress is good, just not great. Over the years, I’ve tested many natural and organic mattresses. In my view, there seems to be a fairly consistent feel on these mattresses, and pressure relief is often where they struggle.
Comfort Layer
2.0″
Support Layer
9.0″
This isn’t to say that an organic or more natural mattress cannot deliver deeper pressure relief, only that the natural materials required to do so increase the cost of the mattress.
For many, the increase in cost is the reason they would no longer consider purchasing the mattress, so there are pros and cons to be sure.
In any case, the Avocado mattress certainly has a more generalized contour around the body. This is simply the nature of the natural latex foam.
It compresses around the general shape of your body, but doesn’t as sharply contour your unique curves.
Some sleepers love the feel, others not so much. That said, the Avocado notably only has 2.0” of natural latex foam on top. This is where the bulk of the pressure relief is coming from.
Ultimately, a 2.0” thick comfort layer just isn’t that thick. For lighter-weight sleepers, it may be sufficient, but for many moderate and heavier-weight sleepers, I worry they may find pressure relief lacking.
It is for these reasons that I think we’re seeing a poorer level of pressure relief. Notably, we tested the Avocado Green standard mattress, not the pillowtop.
I would expect the pillowtop would solve many of my pressure relief concerns. If you’re worried at all about pressure relief then I would suggest getting the pillowtop addition (which is $500 extra).
Off-Gassing Test
Off-gassing on the Avocado mattress is good. Being an all-natural mattress, the chemical smell is basically non-existent, but that’s not to say there wasn’t any odor out of the box.
Initial Smell Strength
Strong
Off-Gassing Period
1 day
Upon unboxing, there was actually a pretty strong smell. It wasn’t a chemical smell, but rather the smell of the natural latex material, which is quite strong in its own right.
The smell dissipated after the first day so it’s not really a lasting concern, but if you’re sensitive to strong smells (natural or otherwise), this may be a factor to consider with the Avocado.
Company
The company score takes a look at factors that may influence your experience with the mattress.
Factors include length of the trial period, warranty, shipping / return costs, and country of origin.
Avocado, as a company, has pretty good company policies and consumer ratings.
Company Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Data |
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Trial Period | 25% | 10 | 365 nights |
Warranty | 25% | 10 | 25 years |
Shipping | 25% | 10 | $0 |
Returns | 25% | 10 | $0 |
Country of Origin | 0% | USA |
The Avocado Green mattress comes with a 365-night trial period and a 25-year warranty. Shipping is free and returns are free. It also comes with a 25-year warranty, which is a little longer than what we typically see.
There is a 30-night adjustment period for the first month you own the mattress. In this window of time, you cannot initiate a return, and is intended to give your body time to get used to the mattress.
How firm is the Avocado Green?
The Avocado Green mattress has a firmness of 6.5 out of 10, where 10 is the most firm.
Support & Sleeping Positions
The Avocado mattress has excellent support in all sleeping positions. During all of our tests, I felt well-supported no matter where or how I was lying on the mattress.
The mattress has a firmness somewhere between a medium firm and a slightly firm. This feeling creates an abundance of support. The more restrained level of sinkage also ensures that support is kept to a maximum.
Sleeper Weight | Stomach Sleepers | Side Sleepers | Back Sleepers |
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Under 150 lbs. | Yes | Maybe | Yes |
150-250 lbs. | Yes | Maybe | Yes |
250-300 lbs. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
For the vast majority of sleepers, I don’t foresee any support issues. However, for light and moderate-weight side sleepers the firmness, combined with the moderate sinkage depth, may create a little too much pushback.
Design
The Avocado Green mattress is an organic latex mattress made of organic wool, organic natural latex, and organic cotton. It is a traditional hybrid in that it also includes a layer of zoned-support coils.
Type
Hybrid
Thickness
11″
Firmness
6.5
The naturally-derived foams work with the support of the coils for a balanced feel that is responsive and with low motion transfer, while still providing good bounce and contour.
Materials
The materials of the Avocado Green mattress include three basic layers.
- 2.0″ quilted cover
- 8.0″ pocketed coils
- 1.0″ natural latex
There is a 2.0″ quilted cover, an 8.0″ support layer of pocketed coils, and a base of 1.0″ high-density natural latex.
The Cover
The cover of the Avocado mattress is an organic material to provide a textile that is soft, yet breathable.
There are handles on the side for easy carrying and also a little detail at the tufts on top of the mattress.
The Comfort Layer
The comfort layer of the Avocado Green mattress is only 2.0″ thick and made of organic latex. This is a bit thinner than I typically like to see and may be an issue for sleepers looking for increased pressure relief.
The Support Layer
The support layers include an 8.0″ layer of pocketed coils, which are encased in a thin fabric. This fabric helps the coils to move independently of each other and also helps to keep the noise down between coils.
Below the coils is a high-tensity 1.0″ layer of organic latex foam. This layer supports all layers above and helps to provide structure and form to the mattress while adding to the organic composition of the mattress.
Product Evolution
The Avocado Green mattress came out when the brand launched in 2016. As an overall design, the mattress has gone through minimal changes, with the exception of material sources.
Avocado now manufactures the pocketed coils in-house instead of purchasing them from a third party.
Aside from this detail, there are no other changes noted for this mattress.
Other Mattresses to Consider
Not sure if the Avocado Green is the right pick for you? Check out these three other top-rated picks below.
For Cooling
Birch
Similar Makeup, Exceptional Cooling
The Birch mattress is another latex hybrid with a very similar layer structure, but better cooling performance. In our tests, this mattress had an overall score of 9.75, making it our #1 Latex Hybrid to date.
For Less Motion Transfer
Awara
2.0″ Comfort Layer
The Awara mattress is also a latex hybrid with a 2.0″ comfort layer support coils below. It is a high-scoring mattress with certified organic materials and less motion transfer than levels on the Avocado Green.
For Pressure Relief
Nest Bedding Owl
4.5″ Comfort Layer
The Nest Bedding Owl mattress has a thicker profile than the Avocado Green and a much thicker comfort layer above the coils. Especially if you’re a side sleeper, the thicker layers may be more beneficial for quality sleep.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Check out some of the top FAQs on the Avocado Green mattress below and get the answers you’re looking for.
Here are the current prices, with any sales or promotions reflected below:
Twin: $1,099
Twin XL: $1,199
Full: $1,399
Queen: $1,599
King: $2,099
Cal. King: $2,099
*Note: Sales prices are subject to change without notice or warning.
There is a strong smell from the mattress upon unboxing, but it is not a chemical smell, but rather a smell from the natural makeup of the materials. The smell dissipates within around 1 day.
The name is a nod to the “green” certified organic materials that make up this mattress. It has 100% GOLS-certified organic latex, organic wool, and organic cotton. There is no polyester, polyurethane foams, or chemical fire retardants.
Over time, all mattresses will experience sagging to some degree. A higher-performance foundation or platform bed will ensure the sags and permanent indentations are kept to a minimum. Rotating the mattress regularly will help reduce and prevent sags also. Lastly, Avocado’s warranty covers any sags 1.5″ or greater.
Yes. Organic materials are tested and known to be less toxic than chemical-based materials. All materials are certified 100% organic with 3rd party certification organizations.
Yes, the Avocado Green mattress is made in the US.
The Avocado Green mattress is a 6.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale, where 10 is the most firm. It has a medium-firm feel.