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You’ve been looking for the best mattress for your little one. There are tons of options at different price ranges, but it’s hard to tell which ones are truly worth it. The Max & Lily Cooling Comfort is one of the more popular options…but is it really a good choice for your child? Luckily I just had a chance to test it out for myself. Here are my honest thoughts.
Max & Lily Cooling Comfort Mattress Review and Performance Test Results
Pros
- Suitable for children
- Hypoallergenic
- Fiberglass-free
- Perfect for bunk beds
Cons
- Might be too thin for some
- Slight off-gassing
Our experience with the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort Mattress
Let me preface this by saying that, yes, I am an adult and yes, this is a mattress for kids – I am fully aware of that.
This is also my cue to let you know that our rating system will be slightly different from our usual mattress reviews because, again, we are rating it based on what’s best for a growing child and not for an ailment-riddled stomach sleeping geriatric like me.
Now that we got that out of the way, the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress is a mattress that I would recommend for those ages three to probably 10 (or 11 even).
Why?
The main comfort layer is made up of premium cooling gel-infused memory foam that conforms to any body shape. I found that it provides enough pressure relief and support, which is exactly what kids need.
Simple in its construction, the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress is easy to set up and comes in the most common kids’ mattress sizes.
Firmness
The Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress sits on a 5 on the mattress firmness scale, giving it a true medium feel.
This is perfect for all sleeper types.
On a kid’s mattress like the Cooling Comfort, added support like a coil unit would be nice… but it’s not really necessary since an all-foam mattress can provide more than enough support for any child, regardless of whether they sleep on their back, stomach or sides.
Cooling Test
We rate the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort an 8 when it comes to cooling.
True, the mattress features an all-foam construction which is notorious for heat-retention… but because it’s pretty thin, any retained heat won’t stay trapped within the mattress for long.
The memory foam layer is infused with a cooling gel, which contributes to the heat-wicking properties of this mattress.
Motion Transfer Test
We rate the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress a 9 when it comes to motion isolation.
Let’s face it, kids don’t really need to share a bed (the purpose of you buying a mattress for your child is so they can have a big boy/big girl bed, right?) but in the event that they do, the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress is a good choice because I barely felt any motion transfer when I tried it out.
Edge Support Test
We rate the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress a 6 when it comes to edge support.
The mattress doesn’t contain reinforced edges, plus it’s pretty thin so edge support is pretty much non-existent.
But then again, kids don’t really take up too much room (since they’re so small) so edge support shouldn’t really be a big factor here.
Pressure Relief Test
We rate the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress a 9.5 when it comes to comfort and pressure relief.
No surprises here – the memory foam comfort layer provides more than enough support and pressure point relief, while conforming to your child’s body shape and size.
The base layer also provides responsive support (this means it adjusts to your movement throughout the night).
Construction
The Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress is made up of three layers.
These layers come encased in a soft and breathable cotton cover that’s also hypoallergenic.
The comfort layer is made up of cooling gel-infused memory foam that provides pressure relief and compression just like traditional memory foam but without any of the sinkage.
Underneath that lies a transition layer that’s made up of proprietary foam that offers zoned support while also acting as a go-between for the top and bottom layers.
The base layer is made up of Dynamic base foam – a high density foam that provides extra support while also providing stability.
Unfortunately we did experience a tiny bit of off-gassing when we first unboxed the mattress.
Max & Lily recommends that you air the mattress out for the first 48 hours.
Durability
The Cooling Comfort, as with all other mattresses made by Max & Lily, is made with premium quality materials that will last a very long time, especially with proper care and maintenance.
Sizes
The Max & Lily Cooling Comfort comes in four different standard kids’ mattress sizes and measures eight inches in thickness.
It’s compatible with most bed bases, foundations, and bed frames.
- Twin
- Twin XL
- Full
- Queen
Financing
Max & Lily offers financing for all of their mattresses through Affirm and ShopPay.
Shipping
Max & Lily offers free shipping for all of their mattresses within the continental United States.
Trial Period
Max & Lily doesn’t offer a trial period for any of their mattresses, but they do have a 30-day return policy.
Return Policy
Although Max & Lily does not really offer a trial period (as I’ve mentioned above), they do offer a 30-day window wherein you can return your mattress.
To initiate the return process, you need to fill out the return request form on the official Max & Lily website.
Their customer service team will then reach out to you to walk you through the next steps.
Max & Lily prefers that you return the item in its original packaging but if that is no longer possible, just make sure that the item is packaged properly to avoid any damages during transit.
Once the mattress has been confirmed received by Max & Lily, you will receive a full refund (minus a 10% restocking fee) to the original mode of payment you used when you purchased your mattress.
Alternatively, you can also opt to receive store credit and if you do, you will not be charged for a restocking fee.
Warranty
Max & Lily offers a one-year warranty for all of their mattresses.
Evolution of the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort Mattress and Previous Versions
The Max & Lily Cooling Comfort hasn’t undergone any changes or iterations since it was first released.
About Maxwood Furniture
Based in Charleston, South Carolina; the Max & Lily mattress brand falls under the umbrella of Maxwood Furniture.
Named after the founders’ actual kids, Max & Lily focuses solely on producing mattresses, bed frames, and bedding for children.
Contact Max & Lily Customer Service
You can contact Max & Lily through the contact form on their official website, www.maxandlily.com
Similar Mattresses to Consider
If you’re not quite sold on what Max & Lily has to offer, you might want to check out these alternatives.
Maxtrix Premium
If you’re looking for something a bit more budget-friendly, check out the Maxtrix Premium mattress.
Similar to the Max & Lily, the Maxtrix Premium is also made up of memory foam that’s been infused with cooling gel to help. with heat retention.
I think this mattress does a great job with pressure relief as well.
Helix Kids
If you prefer a hybrid mattress instead of an a-foam mattress, check out the Helix Kids mattress.
The Helix Kids mattress comes in both an all-foam version and a hybrid version.
Since you can get it with coils, I think this is a better option for teens who will need the added support for their growing bodies.
5 Little Monkeys Mattress
If you’re looking for something that’s temperature regulating, check out the 5 Little Monkeys mattress.
5 Little Monkeys is made out of phase-change memory foam that helps your little one sleep cool when it’s hot and sleep warm when it’s cold.
Additional Resources: Learn More About the Max & Lily Kids Mattress
Where to buy Max & Lily Cooling Comfort Mattress
You can purchase the Max & Lily Cooling Comfort mattress on Amazon but the best place to buy it is from the official Max & Lily website.
I always recommend buying products directly from the manufacturer when possible. Buying direct ensures that you get full warranty protection and customer service support.
It doesn’t seem like a big deal…until you need it.
Conclusion
The Max & Lily Cooling Comfort is an excellent starter bed for younger kids. Based on my hands-on tests, I found that the memory foam does an excellent job of providing both comfort and support for kids under the age of 12.
Because it is an all-foam mattress though, I can’t recommend it for older kids (teens) since they need more support.
Another thing I like about Max and Lily is that you can also buy one of their frames to go with the mattress. It’s always easier when you can buy everything in one place, isn’t it?
How We Rate Mattresses
We personally test and rate mattresses using the following strict quantitative criteria and a hands-on testing process:
- 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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