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Best For
- Sleepers looking for a queen mattress under $400
- Decent pressure relief, given the low price
- Materials off-gas faster than average
Considerations
- High levels of motion transfer
- Worse edge support both when sitting and lying at or near the edge
- Lower sex score may be less than ideal for couples
Our Verdict
The Novilla Bliss is an 11.5″ memory foam mattress designed for sleepers on a budget. It has a thin cover with gel memory foam, a transitional poly foam and consulted support foam.
This mattress has very deep sinkage and very low levels of bounce. It has a more traditional memory foam feel and a high degree of engagement into the materials.
It is available in a single firmness, 6 out of 10, which gives the mattress a medium-firm feel.
In our performance tests, the Novilla Bliss scored a 7.60 overall, ranking it well below the average mattress score of 8.57 (based 250+ mattresses tested to date). It struggles in numerous testing categories, most notably for high levels of motion transfer and poor edge support.
The trade-off for lower performance is that this mattress is extremely budget-friendly, offering a queen mattress for only $329. This price is 70% less than the average memory foam mattress for a savings of $758, making it a potentially appealing option for sleepers on a tight budget.
Type: Memory Foam
Firmness: Medium-Firm (6)
Best For: All Sleeping Positions, All Body Weights
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 10 different factors that impact the performance, comfort, and value of the mattress. We then take the results of that test and compare to every mattress we’ve tested to date.
Check out the full performance table below to see how this mattress ranks:
| Factor | Novilla Bliss | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 7.60 | 8.57 |
| Price (Queen) | $329 | $1,087 (Memory Foam only) |
| Cooling – Score | 8.0 | 8.7 |
| Sinkage – Depth | 2.65″ | 2.14″ |
| Sinkage – Feel | Very Deep | Moderate |
| Motion Transfer – Score | 7.3 | 8.1 |
| Motion Transfer – Acceleration | 10.96 m/s² | 8.79 m/s² |
| Response Time – Score | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| Response Time – Mostly Recovered | 0.4 sec. | 0.4 sec. |
| Response Time – Fully Recovered | 1.6 sec. | 0.9 sec. |
| Bounce – Height | 4.51″ | 9.60″ |
| Bounce – Feel | Very Low | Moderate |
| Edge Support – Score | 6.0 | 8.6 |
| Edge Support – Sitting | 5.50″ | 4.02″ |
| Edge Support – Lying | Poor | Good |
| Sex – Score | 6.1 | 8.5 |
| Pressure Relief – Score | 8.0 | 8.7 |
| Comfort Layer Thickness | 5.0″ | 4.0″ |
| Mattress Thickness | 11.5″ | 12.0″ |
| Off-Gassing – Score | 8.9 | 8.1 |
| Off-Gassing – Smell | Strong | Strong |
| Off-Gassing – Days | 4 days | 7 days |
| Company – Score | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| Trial | 100 nights | 175 nights |
| Warranty | 10 years | 24% have lifetime warranties, average of other 76% of mattresses is 13 years |
How is Novilla Bliss Different?
The Novilla Bliss is an 11.5″ memory foam mattress with a lower overall performance, but also a lower price tag than average—70% less than the average memory foam mattress for a savings of $758.
Advantages
Advantages of the Novilla Bliss include a thicker-than-average comfort layer (5.0″ instead of the 4.0″ average), although I have to add, that the thicker material did not provide any better pressure relief.
It also has a shorter-than-average off-gassing period, 4 days compared to the 7-day average.
Neutral Factors
This mattress has very deep levels of sinkage and very low levels of bounce. If you’re looking for a mattress that is engaging with a restrained level of hug, the Novilla may be a good option to consider.
Disadvantages
Although the price tag is low, it does come with a number of disadvantages worth considering. This mattress struggles with worse cooling performance and heat retention problems as well as higher levels of motion transfer.
Edge support struggles both with sitting and lying, which also negatively impacts sex performance (especially when paired with low levels of bounce like we see here with the Novilla).
Mattress trial and warranty are shorter than average as well.
Cooling Test
The Novilla Bliss has a good level of cooling performance. During our tests, I only felt a slight level of heat retention around my body.
Baseline Temp.
75.2° F
Max Temp.
89.1° F
Ending Temp.
80.9° F
Despite the all-foam design and memory foam top comfort layer, the mattress seems to do a good job of avoiding heat retention and breathing well. Notably, the mattress has a convoluted poly foam layer within the core.
Convoluted foams are cut with air channels, which help increase breathability and can soften the mattress. The combination of gel memory foam, air channels, and thin cover all help to keep the temperature to reasonable levels.
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
In our objective temperature tests, we measured a max surface level temperature of 89.1° F, which is 0.6° cooler than the average of 89.7°.
After getting off the mattress the temperature declined by 6.0° from minutes 0 to 1, which is 1.3° cooler than the average 0 to 1 decline of 4.7°.
Heat Dissipation Over Time
When we consider the complete picture of objective data, subjective experience, and material analysis, I’m confident most sleepers will find cooling performance to be good.
Sinkage Test
The Novilla Bliss has a very deep level of sinkage. During our tests, we measured a pressure point sinkage depth of 2.65”. This is 0.51” deeper sinkage than the average of 2.14”, based on all of our tests to date.
Sinkage Depth
2.65″
Sinkage Feel
Very Deep
The Novilla Bliss has a more traditional memory foam feel and creates a dramatic body contouring hug. This feel, in combination with the deeper sinkage and slower material response, makes the mattress more difficult to move around on.
The level of sinkage is documented in the image below.
Once the mattress forms to the shape of your body it wants to cradle and keep you in that position. For some sleepers this can feel somewhat like you are “trapped” or “stuck” and unable to move around as easily.
However, some sleepers do like this feel, so it’s more of a personal preference. Last but not least, heavier parts of my body definitely feel like they are sinking deeper into the mattress, especially the midsection, butt, and hips.
Motion Transfer Test
The Novilla Bliss has a moderate level of motion transfer. During our tests, we measured a total acceleration range of 10.96 m/s². This is 25% more motion transfer than the average of 8.79 m/s².
Max. Acceleration
5.01 m/s²
Min. Acceleration
-5.95 m/s²
Accel. Range
10.96 m/s²
The all-foam design and memory foam on top both help to keep motion at lower levels. However, the convoluted foam is likely causing some of the higher motion.
Convoluted foams allow for deeper and more immediate sinkage. This can result in something of an abrupt “drop” effect and create more motion.
The level of motion transfer is also documented in the video below.
In our motion transfer chart, which visualizes our accelerometer data, we can see the highest motion from 0 to 0.15 seconds. Motion drops immediately thereafter and by 0.44 seconds we’ve returned to near-zero levels of energy.
While the motion peak is higher than ideal, the motion duration is very well restrained. Even the best mattresses take 0.3 seconds to return to near-zero energy levels.
The Novilla Bliss is only slightly worse than that duration at 0.44 seconds. Overall, I don’t expect motion transfer will be an issue for most sleepers.
Response Test
The Novilla Bliss has a responsiveness speed that is a mixed bag. The mostly recovered time is fast, but the time to fully recover is slow.
Mostly Recovered
0.4 sec.
Complete Recovery
1.6 sec.
During our mostly recovered test, we measured 0.4 seconds for the mattress to rebound back to shape. This is exactly the same as the average time to mostly recover, based on all of our tests to date.
During our fully recovered test, we measured 1.6 seconds for the mattress to recover back to shape. This is 0.7 seconds slower than the average fully recovered time of 0.9 seconds.
The level of responsiveness is documented in the video below.
The poly foam layers within the mattress all rebound to shape quickly. However, the memory foam layer takes quite a long time to fully return to its original shape.
A 1.6-second recovery isn’t terrible, as some traditional memory foam can take 3-5 seconds or longer to recover.
However, 1.6 seconds is nowhere near fast either. Many sleepers will find that the slower responsiveness causes the mattress to feel more difficult to move around on.
Bounce Test
The Novilla Bliss has a very low level of bounce. During our test, we measured a total bounce range of 4.51”. This is 5.09” less bounce than the average of 9.60”, based on all of our tests to date.
Max. Depth
5.23″
Max. Rebound
-0.72″
Total Bounce
4.51″
Max. Sinkage Depth
Max Bounce Height
The combination of all-foam design, memory foam comfort layer, and convoluted foam are all working together to reduce bounce.
The level of bounce is also documented in the video below.
The lower bounce definitely helps motion transfer, however, it does no favors for ease of movement and sex performance. Bounce at this level is well below what we want to see.
The lower bounce for many can become detrimental, as it makes it harder to move around on the mattress, get in and out of bed, and also greatly negatively impacts sex.
Edge Support Test
The Novilla Bliss has mediocre sitting edge support and poor lying edge support. During our sitting edge support tests, we measured 5.5” of sitting sinkage compression.
Max Sinkage
5.50″
Lying Support
Poor
This is 1.48” more sitting sinkage than the average of 4.02”, based on all of our tests to date.
The materials aren’t totally collapsing, but we still have a significant compression while seated at the edge.
The level of edge support while seated is documented in the images below.
Sitting, 140 lbs.
Sitting, 200 lbs.
Lying edge support was unfortunately worse. While lying directly on the edge of the mattress I did not feel well supported.
The level of edge support while lying is documented in the images below.
Lying on Edge, 140 lbs.
Lying on Edge, 200 lbs.
The problem is the memory foam top layer conforms and contours to the body, which is great while you’re in the middle of the mattress.
However, with the mattress conforming to the body at the edge it creates a weakening of the support at the edge, causing the body to no longer feel supported.
Lastly, there is no edge support foam or other edge support features that could help to improve edge support performance. Overall, edge support leaves much to be desired and feels like a real weak spot on the mattress.
Sex Test
The Novilla Bliss has a mediocre level of sex performance. On the positive side of things, noise is minimal and both pressure relief and cooling are good.
| Sex Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bounce | 65% | 5.3 | Very Low |
| Edge Support | 20% | 6.9 | Mediocre |
| Noise | 5% | 10 | Minimal |
| Pressure Relief | 5% | 8.0 | Good |
| Cooling | 5% | 8.0 | Good |
However, the edge support is mediocre with 5.5” of sitting sinkage compression. This is a significant dip in the edge while you’re sitting and will negatively impact amorous activities on or near the edge.
Lastly, we have a very low level of bounce at 4.51”. This is significantly below the average of 9.60” of bounce. When it comes to sex performance, nothing is more important than high bounce.
Suffice to say, Novilla’s Bliss is nowhere near the “high” bounce threshold and it is the single biggest factor that is negatively impacting the dance without pants.
Pressure Relief Test
The Novilla Bliss has a good level of pressure relief, but it doesn’t quite rise to the “excellent” or “outstanding” level of performance. During our tests, I did not feel any significant level of pressure points on my body.
Comfort Layer
5.0″
Support Layer
6.5″
Overall, I found the mattress comfortable. The mattress uses a 5.0” comfort layer. This is thicker than the average 4.0” comfort layer, based on all of our tests.
The topmost 3.0” layer is a gel memory foam that sits atop a 2.0” poly foam layer. While the 2.0” poly foam is classified as a comfort foam, in terms of quality it’s definitely not at the same level as the topmost 3.0” gel memory foam layer.
Even so, at this price point it’s hard to complain too much.
My only real concern is for longevity. The foam quality for mattresses at this price point is simply not the absolute best.
As a result, pressure relief is likely to suffer more as the mattress ages. All that said, at least as a brand-new mattress pressure relief is solid.
Pressure Map – Side Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Side Sleepers | 0.19 | 1.06 |
Pressure Map – Back Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Back Sleepers | 0.10 | 1.06 |
Pressure Map – Stomach Sleepers
| Pressure Relief (PSI) | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Stomach Sleepers | 0.09 | 0.97 |
Off-Gassing Test
Off-gassing on the Novilla Bliss mattress is strong right out of the box, but the odor only lasted for 4 days.
Initial Smell Strength
Strong
Off-Gassing Period
4 days
Comparing over 250+ mattresses tested to date, the average off-gassing duration is 7 days so this mattress off-gasses 43% faster than the average mattress we test.
Company
Novilla mattresses have a 100-night trial period and a 10-year warranty. Shipping and returns are both free.
| Company Factor | Factor Weight | Score | Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trial Period | 15% | 8.0 | 100 nights |
| Warranty | 10% | 8.0 | 10 years |
| Shipping | 5% | 10 | $0 |
| Returns | 20% | 10 | $0 |
| Trust | 50% | 8.0 | Good |
| Country of Origin | 0% | Indonesia |
Compared to average, the trial period is shorter than average (average is 173 nights). The warranty is also shorter than average with 24% of all mattresses tested having lifetime warranties and the average of the other 76% of mattresses is 13 years.
How firm is Novilla Bliss?
The Novilla Bliss is available in a single firmness with a medium-firm feel, a 6 out of 10 on the firmness scale.
Support & Sleeping Positions
The Novilla Bliss has a good level of support. During our tests, I felt well supported in all sleeping positions. The mattress is equipped with a 6.5” support layer, split into a 2.5” convoluted support foam and another 4.0” support foam on the base.
With just 6.5” of support materials this is notably thinner than the average 7.9” support layer thickness, based on all of our tests to date.
Check out the table below to see the sleeper weights and sleeping positions that would be best suited for this mattress.
| Sleeper Weight | Stomach Sleepers | Side Sleepers | Back Sleepers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 150 lbs. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 150-250 lbs. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 250-300 lbs. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
As with the comfort foams, the support foams are a fair quality, but also far from the best we’ve tested. While the mattress is newer I expect support will be notably better.
However, I do worry about the longevity of a mattress like the Bliss. As the mattress ages support is likely to become more of an issue, especially for heavier weighted sleepers.
Design
The Novilla Bliss is a budget-friendly memory foam mattress with an overall thickness of 11.5″ and a firmness of 6 out of 10.
Type
Memory Foam
Thickness
11.5″
Firmness
6
Materials
According to the manufacturer, the Bliss should be a 12″ mattress, but our mattress was only 11.5″. There are four layers in this mattress. From top to bottom, the layers include:
- 3.0” memory foam
- 2.0” poly foam
- 2.5” support foam
- 4.0” support foam
The Law Tag outlines the full breakdown of materials included in this mattress.
- Materials
- 88% polyurethane foam
- 12% viscoelastic polyurethane foam
- Outer Cover
- 7% Wrap yarn
- 3% bamboo fiber
- 90% polyester
- Made For: Sweet Night (HongKong) Technology Company Limited
- Date of Delivery: 04/12/2024
- Finished Size: 80 in. x 60 in. x 12 in.
- Net Weight of Filling Mat: 70 lbs.
- Manufactured by: PT Champion Mattress Indonesia Manufacturing JI. Sei Binti Komp. Latrade Industrial Park Blok E6-E8 Tanjung Uncang, Batam 29422
- Importer/U.S. Records Location: PT Champion Mattress Indonesia Manufacturing JI. Sei Binti Komp. Latrade Industrial Park Blok E6-E8 Tanung Uncang, Batam 29422
- Model: NV0M801-12-Q-1
The Cover
This mattress has a thin cover, a polyester bamboo blend with 7% wrap yarn. It is soft to the touch and has a good amount of stretch to it.
The Comfort Layer
Beneath the cover is the comfort layer, a layer comprised of two layers of foam. The top layer is a 3.0″ gel memory foam (blue) followed by a 2.0″ transitional poly foam (gray).
The poly foam has a desnser feel and is designed to transition sleepers from the top level comfort into the support layer below.
The Support Layer
The support layer contains two layers of foam, a convoluted 2.5″ support foam and a 4.0″ support foam.
These two layers are designed to work together to provide support, while still encouraging a fast material response time and better pressure relief.
Product Evolution
The Novilla Bliss was launched in mid-2023. Since its release, there have been no notable design or material changes to mention. As the mattress is updated, we will circle back and update this section accordingly.
Other Mattresses to Consider
Not sure if the Novilla Bliss is the right pick for you? Check out these three other top-rated memory foam mattresses for similar-priced alternatives you may want to consider.
For Performance
Novosbed
8.87 Overall Score
The Novosbed is an 11″ memory foam mattress. It has minimal sinkage, low bounce, and is available in three firmness levels—soft, medium-firm, and firm. While the price is definitely higher than the Novilla, you’re getting a much higher quality mattress that outperforms or ties with the Novilla in all 8 performance tests.
For Value
Sweet Night Dreamy
7.82 Overall Score
The Sweet Night Dreamy is an 11.5″ memory foam mattress. It has a 2.0″ memory foam layer, a 4.0″ gel memory foam transitional layer, and a 5.5″ support foam layer. It offers moderate sinkage and very low levels of bounce for under $400. If you’re looking for better performance without spending more money, the Dreamy is a nice option.
For Balanced Feel
Siena
9.54 Overall Score
The Siena is a 10″ mattress that contains a combination of memory foam, and support foam. This mattress has a balanced feel, firmness of 6 out of 10, and a reasonable price tag—$399 for a queen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Check out some of the top FAQs on the Novilla Bliss mattress below and get the answers you’re looking for.
Here are the current prices, with any sales or promotions reflected below:
Twin: N/A (only available in 8″ or 10″)
Twin XL: $209
Full: Sold Out
Queen: $329
King: Sold Out
Cal. King: $449
*Note: Sales prices are subject to change without notice or warning.
The Novilla Bliss comes in three different thicknesses—8″, 10″, or 12″. In our review, we tested the 12″ mattress. The performance of thinner mattresses will vary.
