Zoma Boost Review

In This Review
Performance Tests | Firmness | Support & Sleeping Positions | Design | Materials | Comparisons | FAQs

At NapLab, we put each mattress to the test.

We test 10 different factors that impact the performance, comfort, and value of the mattress. Testing categories include:

Test	Rating
Cooling	Excellent
Sinkage	Moderate
Motion Transfer	Moderate
Response Time	Extremely Fast
Bounce	Moderate
Edge Support	Excellent
Sex	Excellent
Pressure Relief	Exceptional
Off-Gassing	Excellent
Company	Excellent

The Zoma Boost has excellent cooling performance. During our tests, I felt no significant heat retention around my body.

The mattress uses a cooling cover (most likely phase change materials, but it doesn’t say for certain), graphite-infused comfort foam, and a hybrid design to help maintain a comfortable temperature.

This combination of materials and design functions well to improve overall airflow and breathability on the mattress. In our objective cooling tests, we measured a maximum surface level temperature of 87.2° F.

• 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

From minutes 0 to 1 the Boost was able to reduce the temperature by 5.9°, with a 10.5° reduction from minutes 0 to 5. When we look at the complete picture of subjective experience, mattress materials, and objective data, I am confident that the mattress will meet the cooling needs of most sleepers.

Heat Dissipation Over Time

The Zoma Boost has a moderate level of pressure point sinkage. In our tests, we measured a sinkage depth of 2.10”. This is 0.12” less sinkage than the average of 2.22” (based on all of our tests to date).

The level of sinkage is documented in the image below.

The mattress definitely has a noted contouring hug. However, it is quite balanced around the body. It’s neither too sharp (like memory foam can be) nor too mushy (like latex or more traditional mattresses can be).

The middling feel creates an ideal level of comfort, support, and pressure relief. The Zoma Boost uses a 2.0” memory foam layer, however, it’s notably below a 1.5” quilted cover.

The quilted cover restrains that memory foam layer from overly contouring to your body. This design is what creates a balanced and comfortable feel.

The Zoma Boost has a moderate level of motion transfer. In our tests, we measured 10.90 m/s² of acceleration range. This is 3.25 m/s² more motion than the average of 7.65 m/s². This level of motion is a bit higher than I expected, but nothing too outlandish.

The level of motion transfer is documented in the video below.

The medium-firm feel and densely packed euro-top creates an environment for heightened pushback in the comfort layer. These design factors, in combination with the support coil base, create a higher motion.

When we look at our motion transfer chart, which visualizes our accelerometer data, we can see the highest motion through 0.14 seconds. Motion drops off notably, but still remains moderately high until 0.70 seconds.

By 0.70 seconds motion returns to near zero levels. Mattresses with the lowest motion duration are able to disperse all energy by 0.3 seconds.

Like the motion peaks, the motion duration is reasonably low, but not incredibly so. I would expect most sleepers won’t be bothered by this level of motion. However, hyper-sensitive sleepers may find it too high.

The Zoma Boost has a mixed response time. In our tests, we measured a mostly recovered response time of 0.3 seconds. This places it within the “extremely fast” category and it’s faster than the average of 0.45 seconds (based on all of our tests to date).

The level of responsiveness is documented in the video below.

However, the fully recovered response time came in at 1.2 seconds. This is notably slower than the average of 0.89 seconds (for full recovery).

While the bulk of the mattress rebounds back to shape instantly, the memory foam layer does take an extra moment to fully recover. As with motion transfer, it’s not overly dramatic and I don’t think most sleepers will be bothered by the responsiveness. 

The Zoma Boost has a moderate level of bounce. In our tests, we measured a total bounce height of 8.45”. This is 1.24” less bounce than the average of 9.69”.

In the same way that the memory foam layer helps to reduce motion and slow the response time, that same memory foam layer is also reducing bounce.

While bounce is a preferential factor, in general, moderate to high levels are better as they improve sex, response, and ease of movement.

The level of bounce is also documented in the video below.

Ideally, I like to see 8-12” of total bounce height. At 8.45”, the Zoma Boost is on the lower end of the sweet spot, but still within it. At this level of bounce it’s enough to provide the benefits, without being so high as to create new issues.

The Zoma Boost has excellent sitting and lying edge support. In our sitting edge support test, we measured 3.25” of sitting edge sinkage. This is 1.13” less sinkage than the average of 4.38”.

When it comes to sitting compression I like to see 4.0” or less. At 3.25” the Zoma Boost easily exceeds that mark. Even when sitting directly on the edge of the mattress I feel incredibly well-supported.

The level of edge support while seated is documented in the images below.

Edge support while lying is equally as impressive. During our tests, I felt well-supported in all sleeping positions even when lying directly on the edge of the mattress.

The level of edge support while lying is documented in the images below.

The robust 15” total mattress thickness, 10” support system, and reinforced edge support coils create the right recipe for fantastic edge support.

Our sex rating formula looks at 5 different factors weighted based on their importance.

All factors are not equal in terms of significance, but each plays an important role.

Three of the most important factors are listed below with the associated testing scores:

In addition to the factors above, there are two other we consider as well, including pressure relief and cooling.

Here’s a look at the breakdown of how these 3 factors rank within the full formula:

We use the scores from all factors, plugged into the formula above, to derive a sex score for each mattress.

Sex Factor	Factor Weight	Score
Bounce	60%	9.6
Edge Support	20%	9.9
Noise	10%	10
Pressure Relief	5%	10
Cooling	5%	9.5

For the Zoma Boost, these individual factors generated a sex score of 9.7. This mattress has a moderate level of bounce, which makes up 60% of the sex score. Higher bounce would be better for sex, but it’s not too low.

It also has fantastic edge support which helps to boost the score as well. Overall, the mattress is comfortable and has a lot going for it.

The Zoma Boost has exceptionally good pressure relief. I felt incredibly comfortable and had zero pressure points throughout our tests and in all sleeping positions.

The mattress has a robust 5.0” of comfort material. This is more than enough to eliminate pressure points and maximize comfort for most sleepers.

The 1.5” quilted cover creates immediate softness, the 2.0” memory foam layer provides contour and comfort, and the 1.5” poly foam layer creates transitional support that eases bodies into the support coils / foam below. Overall, it’s just a fantastic, luxurious feel. No complaints from my end.

Off-gassing on the Zoma Boost is pretty typical. Right out of the box, the smell was strong and that smell took 6 full days to fully dissipate.

While this may sound like a long time, remember that a mattress only has to off-gas once and then it is done.

To speed up off-gassing, be sure to leave off all bedding or fitted sleets. You can also put a fan or air purifier in the room to maximize airflow.

Zoma has a good company score of 9.8. As a company, they offer a 100-night trial period and a 10-year warranty. Shipping and returns are both free if you end up not loving the mattress.

Company Factor
Trial Period	100 nights
Warranty	10 years
Shipping	Free
Returns	Free
Country of Origin	USA

The Zoma Boost has a medium firm feel with a firmness of 6 out of 10, where 10 is the most firm.

This firmness is typically suitable for a wide range of sleepers as it is firm enough to provide support (even for heavier sleepers), but not so firm that it creates pressure issues for lighter sleepers.

The Zoma Boost has exceptionally good support. During our tests, I felt fully supported in all sleeping positions. From top to bottom, the Zoma Boost checks all of the boxes I look for.

The 15” profile has more than enough support and comfort material to ensure sleepers are both supported and without pressure points. The 5.0” comfort layer on top of the 10” support system creates fantastic support for all body types, weights, and sleeping positions.

In addition, Zoma uses a zoned coil unit. Zoned units create more support where you need it and less where you don’t.

This helps to keep your spine in proper alignment. It’s especially advantageous for side sleepers, though all sleeping positions will benefit. The table below outlines sleeper weights and positions that would be a good fit 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

With respect to support I don’t have anything bad to say. The Zoma Boost uses high-quality materials, a proven layered design, and a high-performance coil unit.

Design

The Zoma Boost is a high-profile memory foam hybrid mattress. It has a 5″ thick comfort layer with a 10″ support layer which allows for exceptional edge support and pressure relief. Currently, this is the most luxurious Zoma mattress in their collection.

Materials

The Zoma Boost hybrid is made up of 5 layers. From top to bottom, these layers include:

• 1.5” quilted cover
• 2.0” memory foam (graphite infused)
• 1.5” poly foam
• 9.0” support coil
• 1.0” support foam
• Zoned coil unit

The Cover

The cover of the Zoma Boost is a thin, cooling cover. It is tufted and has a dark gray aesthetic.

The Comfort Layer

Below the quilted cover is the memory foam comfort layer. This layer uses a 2″ thick graphite-infused memory foam to wick away heat. Much like gel or copper-infused memory foam, graphite-infused foam is a way to create a foam that is cooler than traditional memory foam.

Below the graphite foam, there is a 1.5″ transitional layer of poly foam, which eases pressure into the support layer.

The Support Layer

The support layer is made of 8.0″ pocketed support coils. These coils are individually encased in a thin fabric that allows the coils to move independently of each other as well as reduce noise and motion transfer.

The base of the mattress is a 1.0″ thick high-density support foam, which helps the mattress to retain its shape.

Product Evolution

The Zoma Boost is the newest mattress in the Zoma collection, which launched in February 2023.

It provides a higher-end mattress with a thicker profile and better performance than the more budget-friendly Zoma Hybrid or Zoma Start (al foam).

How is the Boost Different?

The Zoma Boost is $1599 for a queen, which is 23% more than the average for a hybrid. But at the same time, the mattress has a 15″ profile which is thicker than most mattresses.

The average mattress thickness across all mattresses tested to date is 11.88″. Compared to the average, the Zoma Boost provides over 3″ more thickness, much of that being allocated to the high-profile comfort layer.

If you’re looking for a Zoma on a budget, they also offer the Zoma Hybrid and Zoma Start (all foam), which are both less expensive options than the Boost.

Zoma Boost vs. Zoma Hybrid

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Frequently Asked Questions

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