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Let’s face it. Emma is one of the leaders in the online mattress market and it’s not difficult to see why – they’ve consistently churned out well-made, high-quality mattresses that are easy on the budget. But how does the new Hybrid Cooling Elite compare to other mattresses in Emma’s lineup? Read on to find out.
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Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite Review and Performance Test Results
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Pros
- Cooling
- Great motion isolation
- Suitable for all sleeper types
- Suitable for heavier-set individuals
Cons
- Slight off-gassing
- Edge support could be better
Our experience with the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite Mattress
The newest mattress offering amongst Emma’s mattress line, the Emma Hybrid Cooling Comfort mattress features a blend of different proprietary foams (which includes graphite-infused memory foam and polyurethane foam) and individually pocketed coils provide both the contouring pressure relief of true memory foam and the responsive support of innerspring coils.
Being a hybrid mattress, the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite can accommodate heavier-set sleepers as the combination of foam and coils can provide them with extra support.
All that said though, we found that the edge support of the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite to be slightly lacking, but other than that we can safely say that we are pretty happy with the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress’ overall performance.
Firmness
Upon first glance, you’d think that the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress’ firmness level is around a medium-soft but when you lay on it, you actually find that it’s more of a true medium which is around a 5 to 5.5 on the mattress firmness scale.
Mattresses that have a true medium feel are suitable for all sleeper types including strict back and stomach sleepers as well as side sleepers and combination sleepers.
Not too firm and not too soft, the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress feels just right.
Cooling Test
We rate the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress a 9 out of 10 when it comes to temperature regulation.
Sure, mattress brands have a tendency to use marketing jargon to drum up sales but every once in a while they really do mean what they say.
Emma has hit it out of the park with the Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress (and not to mention, it really does live up to its name).
And why wouldn’t it? With a Thermosync graphite-infused top foam layer, an open-celled Airgocell foam layer and Aeroflex pocketed coils, the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite draws heat away from the body and the mattress allowing you to sleep cool all throughout the night.
Motion Transfer Test
We rate the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress an 8.5 out of 10 when it comes to motion isolation.
For a hybrid mattress that’s pretty responsive, we were pleasantly surprised to find out that the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress absorbed a lot of cross mattress movement when we tested it out using our famous water glass test making it an excellent choice for those who share a bed with a partner or a very large pet.
Edge Support Test
We rate the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress a 7 out of 10 when it comes to edge support.
As we always say, there really isn’t a perfect mattress and this is where the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite disappoints us a bit.
If you’re of average weight and above and you’re sitting on the edge of the bed, you are undoubtedly going to roll off the bed.
Laying on or close to the edge of the bed though, you get a bit more support since your body weight is partially distributed across one side of the mattress.
Those who really like sleeping close to the edge of the bed should look for other options lest you find yourself waking up (painfully) on the floor every morning.
Pressure Relief/Comfort Test
We rate the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress a 9.5 out of 10 when it comes to pressure relief/comfort.
Yes, a 9.5.
I can only count on the fingers of one hand how many hybrid mattresses we’ve rated above a 9 which makes the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress pretty special indeed.
Layers of Emma’s very own memory foam alternative make up most of the comfort layers of the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite offering exceptional pressure relief without that stuck in the mud feel that’s usually associated with true memory foam.
The Aeroflex coil unit of the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress also offers zoned, responsive support and is dynamic in a way that it moves with your body, giving you support and comfort all over.
Construction
There are 5 layers to the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress.
All of these layers come encased in a polyester and elastane blend mattress cover that’s not removable and non-washable so be sure to use a mattress protector.
The first comfort layer is made up of Thermosync foam that’s infused with graphite which is scientifically proven to be an excellent heat conductor. When used in mattresses, it helps draw heat away from the mattress and away from the sleeper.
The second layer is made from Point-elastic Airgocell foam, another one of Emma’s proprietary foams. A memory foam alternative, Airgocell foam is an open-celled foam that allows more airflow, which does away with heat retention.
The third foam layer is made up of adaptive visco-elastic foam that offers responsive comfort akin to a latex foam mattress.
Right beneath that lies a layer of HRX comfort foam that also acts as a transition layer between all the foam layers up top and the coil unit below.
The Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress coil unit is made up of Aeroflex pocket springs that are individually wrapped. Emma’s Aeroflex pocket springs move with your movements, offering constant support no matter your sleeping position.
We did experience a tiny amount of off-gassing when we first unboxed the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress but this dissipated within 24 hours.
Durability
Emma mattresses did not just rise to popularity because they use quality materials and affordability as well as a good online presence – they are also very durable and are built to last a long time.
Bear in mind though that every mattress, no matter the brand, will show normal wear and tear throughout years of constant usage. Of course, you can prolong this or any mattress’ lifespan with proper care and maintenance.
Sizes
The Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress comes in 6 standard mattress sizes and measures 14” in thickness. It is compatible with most bed frames, foundations and bases including an adjustable bed base.
- Twin
- Twin XL
- Full
- Queen
- King
- California King
Financing
Emma Sleep offers financing for all of their mattresses through Klarna.
Shipping
Emma Sleep offers free shipping for all of their mattresses within the contiguous United States.
Trial Period
Emma offers a 365-night risk-free sleep trial for all of their mattresses.
Return Policy
In the event that you would like to return your Emma mattress, you have 365 days (one year) from the date of purchase to do so.
To initiate the return process, you need to call or email Emma Sleep’s customer service team to jumpstart the process. Make sure that you have your proof of purchase and photos of the mattress (in case they ask) on hand.
Emma Sleep’s customer service team will then walk you through the entire process of returning your mattress.
Emma’s customer service usually arranges for pickup unless you live outside of their service area. Emma usually picks up returned items within 30 days from the date the return was initiated.
Once the return has been confirmed received by Emma’s customer service team, you will then receive a full refund in the original mode of payment you used to purchase the mattress.
Warranty
Emma Sleep offers a 10 year warranty for all of their mattresses.
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Evolution of the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite and Previous Versions
The Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress is Emma Sleep’s newest mattress offering and has not undergone any previous iterations or changes since its introduction.
About Emma Sleep
Founded in Frankfurt, Germany in 2015, Emma Sleep has managed to expand to 22 countries in 5 continents within that amount of time.
Offering affordable, well-made and premium quality mattresses, Emma Sleep believes in quality over quantity and currently has only 3 mattresses in their US lineup.
Aside from mattresses, Emma Sleep also offers bedding such as pillows and mattress protectors as well as bed frames.
Contact Emma Sleep Customer Service
You can contact Emma Sleep via phone or email.
- Phone – 1 (855) 580-3662
- Email – support@emma-sleep.com
Similar Mattresses to Consider
If you’re not quite sold on the idea of the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite just yet, you might want to check out these other alternatives.
Emma Hybrid Comfort
If you prefer something slightly firmer than the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite, check out Emma’s Hybrid Comfort mattress.
Perfect for strict back and stomach sleepers, the Emma Hybrid Comfort is also suitable for heavier-set individuals who need the extra support. Just like the Hybrid Cooling Elite, the Emma Hybrid Comfort is cooling but also lacks good edge support.
Helix Dusk Luxe
Got back pain? Try the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress.
Springy and responsive, the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress feels more like a latex hybrid mattress than a memory foam hybrid mattress which means it’s perfect for those who need extra responsive support such as those who suffer from chronic back pain.
What’s even better is that it’s affordable, just like the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite.
Nolah Original Hybrid
Need something with great edge support? Check out the Nolah Original Hybrid.
Like the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress, the Nolah Original Hybrid mattress offers zoned, responsive support. It also combines memory foam and pocketed coils for good pressure relief and comfort.
One thing this mattress has going for it is that, unlike the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress, the Nolah Original Hybrid has better edge support.
Additional Resources: Learn More About the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite
Where to buy the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite
The official Emma Sleep website is the only place you can buy the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress.
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Conclusion
In the world of good quality yet affordable online mattresses, the Emma Hybrid Cooling Elite mattress is probably the best one we’ve tried thus far.
It offers compression, pressure relief, responsive support and is active cooling – all the things that make a mattress great. What’s even better is that it’s easy on the budget.
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How We Rate Mattresses
We personally test and rate mattresses using the following strict quantitative criteria:
- Comfort
- Structural integrity and durability
- Firmness and support
- Cooling capabilities
- Pressure relief
- Edge support
- Motion isolation
Learn more about our mattress rating process and methodology here.
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