Zinus 14 Inch Gel-Infused Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress Review

This mattress’ 14-inch thickness makes it one of the largest on the market, especially for the Zinus brand. If you ask me, that’s a plus for any hybrid mattress, since the extra layers of foam between you and the springs is ideal for an extra smooth surface to sleep on.

That’s right — no springs poking you in the back years down the line!

Not to mention that a 14″ thick mattress is almost unheard of at this price point. It’s something you’d be more likely to find with one of the luxury legacy brands like Serta or Tempur.

But if you’re worried about sinking into a cloud of softness with the Zinus Hybrid, don’t be — it’s got a good amount of firmness to it that support isn’t compromised. It should be a great fit for back and belly sleepers in particular.

Leading on from my last point, the Zinus Hybrid is definitely supportive all over, including the edges. I’d be very surprised to see any premature sagging in the mattress and am optimistic about its longevity.

The hybrid nature of the mattress ensures that neck and spine are in alignment all night long (regardless of what position you manage to contort yourself into) and pressure points are well eased by the layers of soothing memory foam.

When you first receive this mattress, it is tightly packed and rolled into its own shippable box. Gone are the days of buying a new mattress and having to strap it to the roof of your car in order to get it home!

How I love a bed in a box… 😍

Be aware though that the box the Zinus arrives in is massive and, at over 120 lbs, pretty darn heavy. We’d recommend getting a friend or neighbor round for a hand if you’re home alone.

Once you’ve received it, all that’s left is to remove it from the box and lay it out on your bed frame. Give it a good 48 hours to fully expand and air out.

Both the high-density foam layers and the pocketed spring layers are designed to reduce motion transfer so that if you are sleeping next to somebody, you won’t be bounced around every time they lay down or get up.

This is a huge perk for those with partners who are prone to taking bathroom breaks during the night.

The layers do their job very well; you can barely feel any motion transfer on this mattress! This is a godsend for couples, especially when one or both of you tend to toss and turn in your sleep.

For a mattress of this size and quality, the price tag on the Zinus Gel-Infused Memory Foam Hybrid is downright miniscule!

If you’re familiar with the Zinus brand, this should come as no surprise. While the prices do vary depending on dimensions, I think it’s safe to say all of them are a bargain for a mattress this innovative and comfortable.

After all, the physical and mental price you would pay after losing sleep due to a sore back or being jostled around by a restless partner is much steeper.

In addition to great prices, Zinus is known for being very eco-friendly and conscientious about what materials are put into their mattresses.

For one thing, there’s the layer of latex foam that reduces potentially-harmful chemicals. Zinus have also managed to reduce chemicals in the other layers by replacing as much material as possible with organic plant oils.

The foam is also infused with charcoal to keep out unwanted moisture, making for a more comfortable and safer experience, while the iCoil springs relieve pressure in order to increase support. Plus all the foam is CertiPUR-US certified.

The mattress’ gel infusion also adds quality to the experience. The gel promotes circulation throughout the product, working to keep you cooler overnight.

Cheap it may be, but they definitely haven’t compromised on material quality.

I mentioned this earlier but it bears repeating — the box is huge.

This is the only part of the setup process that I didn’t like. While the company does a great job of compressing the mattress into a small space, I wish they could’ve made it a bit smaller.

In fairness, the 14-inch configuration does create some extra bulk, which can make hefting the box around a bit of a hassle.

On the plus side, the box makes for a killer fort 🤷🏽‍♂️

As mentioned, the iCoil springs relieve pressure and increase support. However, because this mattress is on the firmer side, it might cause side-sleepers to wake up with a few aches and pains.

Generally, side sleepers prefer a softer mattress.

Those who prefer to sleep on their sides need a softer bed with some leeway for their shoulders and hips in order to keep the spine straight.

Don’t get me wrong — this mattress is definitely soft and comfortable enough to fall asleep on, and those of you who sleep on your stomach or back are in for a treat, but after a few nights of sleeping on your side, you may find yourself rethinking things — or changing your sleeping position.

If there is a foam mattress that lets off zero odors on unpacking, I unfortunately haven’t found it yet. Like with a brand new car, a scent is usually expected upon opening up a product like this.

While this one does a good job of reducing the amount of chemicals contained in the foam layers, there is still a distinct “new mattress” chemically smell when you first unbox it. Luckily, the smell should leave completely within two days, so long as you air it out in a room with decent airflow.