Zoma Boost Mattress Review: Surprisingly Luxurious Pillow-Top Comfort

You might know Zoma as the online mattress brand geared toward athletes with a wide range of sleeping products including beds that are great for all sleepers, offering excellent pressure relief. The Zoma Boost is our favorite, thanks to luxurious graphite-infused memory foam.

I was immediately surprised after unboxing the Zoma Boost because it is significantly different from the Zoma Start and Zoma Hybrid. Plus, it competes in the same space with some fantastic pillow-top mattresses like The Winkbed, Saatva Classic, Nest Sparrow Signature, Bear Elite Hybrid and the Helix Luxe line. Our rating system puts those competitors slightly above or at the same level as the Zoma Boost -- but the Zoma Boost is more affordable than the beds I listed and I can see a lot of sleepers being interested in this mattress. 

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First impressions of the Zoma Boost mattress

The first thing I noticed after unboxing the Zoma Boost was just how different it is in comparison to the Zoma Start and the Zoma Hybrid. Those beds have a very flat sleeping surface, nearly identical cover designs and are relatively thin, 10 and 12 inches, respectively. 

The Zoma Boost is much taller than the Start and the Hybrid beds and has a very inviting pillow top that provides a comfy, fluffy feel right out of the box. The cover on the Boost maintains a similar sleek design that in my opinion makes the mattress look "high-tech." It is not my favorite aesthetic, but given that the Zoma brand is geared toward younger people who lead an athletic lifestyle, I think the design fits.

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Overall, I was impressed with the comfort and accommodating firmness of the Zoma Boost mattress and I was even more impressed after seeing the price. 

Is the Zoma Boost mattress right for you?

I think the Zoma Boost will work well for a wide variety of sleepers because it's an accommodating pillow-top hybrid and that is a popular style of mattress for a reason. Most people who try the Zoma Boost will like it -- there may be other beds that work better for your specific sleep style but the Zoma Boost is just flat-out comfortable. 

Zoma markets itself toward athletes and hypes up a lot of "tech" in the mattress that is supposed to improve athletic performance. Nothing in our testing could really confirm those claims, but the best thing athletes can do is get the best quality sleep, and I think the Zoma Boost can provide that.

Zoma Boost mattress firmness and feel

Zoma Boost feel

The feel of the Zoma Boost is a fluffy pillow top, and everyone on our team agrees that it's super comfortable. This type of feel is very agreeable, and it's rare to find someone who flat-out doesn't like it because it is so well balanced between sink-in, bounce and support. There are certainly sleepers who might prefer a different kind of feel. Personally, I have recently become a huge fan of dense memory foam feel, but I still enjoy the feel of the Zoma Boost. Odds are, if you try this mattress you will end up liking it.

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People who don't have a specific feel preference already or couples who can't quite agree on something will probably gravitate toward beds like the Zoma Boost.

Zoma Boost firmness and sleeper types

In our testing, we found the Zoma Boost to be a flat medium on our firmness scale (4 to 6 out of 10), which means it will work for all sleeping positions: back, stomach, side and combination. 

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This firmness profile works especially well for combination sleepers who split time between their back and side and for couples who can't agree on an especially soft or firm mattress. 

One thing all the Zoma mattresses have in common is this medium firmness profile so if you want something different you'll have to check out a different brand. Many of the competitors to the Zoma Boost like The Winkbed and the Bear Elite Hybrid come in multiple firmness options which I think is a useful feature, but if you are fine with a medium firmness then you should be good to go on the Zoma Boost.

Zoma Boost mattress construction

The Zoma Boost is a tall mattress, roughly 15-inches-thick and it may require deep pocketed fitted sheets. The bottommost layer is a thin layer of extremely dense support foam -- which provides the main support layer of pocketed coils a stable foundation.

I generally prefer coil beds like the Zoma Boost for the added bouncy feel, and coils are usually better for support and durability throughout the life of the mattress, but there are plenty of sleepers who prefer foam beds because foam has better motion isolation, is easier to move and is usually more affordable. For a mattress with only foam layers you'll want to check out the Zoma Start. 

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Above the coil layer is a layer of what Zoma calls "Reactiv" foam which is also found in the Zoma Start and Zoma Hybrid. This functions as a responsive transition layer between the comfort foams above and the coils below. Above that is a layer of graphite infused gel memory foam and then a quilted cover with additional comfort foam woven in. 

The cover on the Zoma Boost is also somewhat cool to the touch aid in temperature regulation -- and the coil layer is reinforced along the perimeter to improve the edge support and in the center third of the bed to provide zoned support. 

Of the three Zoma mattresses, the Boost definitely has the most construction features. 

Zoma Boost mattress performance

Edge support

The edge support of a mattress refers to how well the perimeter of the bed holds up under pressure. This is an important factor for couples because one partner might unintentionally hog the majority of the space on the mattress and force the other to the edge of the bed. 

I just mentioned that the coils along the perimeter of the Zoma Boost are reinforced with a slightly thicker gauge wire which makes the edge support solid. During testing, even while putting my entire body weight on the edge of the bed I didn't feel like I was going to roll off the bed which is great news for couples.

Motion isolation

If you find yourself waking up in the middle of the night because your partner tosses and turns a lot, having a mattress that does a good job of isolating cross-mattress motion is really important. 

The Zoma Boost is overall pretty average in this category. The support layer is pocketed coils, which have almost entirely replaced traditional innersprings in mattress design. These coils do a much better job at isolating motion, so we don't see this being a deal breaker for the vast majority of sleepers. However, if you are a really light sleeper who wakes up easily if your partner tosses and turns, it could happen more on this bed than others and you might want to opt for a foam mattress.

Temperature regulation

The cover on the Zoma Boost is noticeably cool to the touch, which will aid in temperature regulation. It isn't quite strong enough to earn a place on our best cooling beds list, but I think it will make a noticeable impact on your sleeping temperature and every little bit helps. 

I have been sleeping on an active cooling bed for close to a full year and I think it has improved my sleep quality, especially in the summer months. If you love your current mattress but want cooling features, you could also check out the Eight Sleep Pod, which works with virtually any existing mattress.

One of the most appealing things about the Zoma brand is that its mattresses are all relatively affordable across the board. The Zoma Boost is one of the most affordable options in its class after discount, currently a Queen-sized Zoma Boost can be picked up for about $1300 which is an excellent value. 

Most pillow-top mattresses we test are at least $1500 after discount and tend to be more expensive than more "basic" mattresses like the Casper One, Leesa Original and the Zoma Start. 

Pricing is always subject to change, so make sure to check out our mattress deals page for the latest.

Zoma Boost mattress policies

Free shipping

The Zoma Boost mattress ships right to your door at no extra cost in the contiguous United States inside of a box. Unboxing a mattress is a quick and easy process; we've done it literally hundreds of times, and it's actually fun. 

Because this bed uses coils, it shouldn't take long for it to firm up and inflate into its proper shape out of the box. 

100-night trial 

Zoma offers the usual standard in-home sleep trial of 100 nights. So you get roughly 3 months to really test out the bed to see if it's supportive enough and comfortable enough for you. 

Keep in mind that it can take a month or longer for your body to adjust to a new mattress, no matter how well-suited it is to you. So, if you struggle to get a good night's sleep in the first week or two, don't panic. After the first 30 days, is when you could start to get concerned.

Return policy

Zoma, despite more brands introducing return fees, still offers completely free returns on all of its mattresses if you choose to return it within the provided trial period. 

Returning a mattress is usually pretty easy; you just contact the company, and usually, a group will come by your house to pick up the bed. Then, it will often get donated or sometimes resold by a third party.

Warranty

All Zoma mattresses are backed by a standard 10-year warranty. If you buy a mattress online, a 10-year warranty is the minimum you should expect.

How does the Zoma Boost compare to similar mattresses?

Zoma Boost vs. Bear Star Hybrid

The Bear Star Hybrid has a very similar design compared to the Zoma Boost. Both have a pillow-top construction, both feature coils, both use memory foam and responsive transition layers, both have roughly the same firmness profile and both brands market themselves toward athletes. 

After discount the Bear Star is almost the exact same price, although the Zoma Boost has a couple more features except for the optional Celliant cover on the Bear Star Hybrid which promises a lot of benefits for athletes looking for an additional performance edge. 

Zoma Boost vs. The WinkBed

The WinkBed is one of our favorite pillow-top mattresses and is similar to the Zoma Boost in terms of its design and feel but with a few key differences. The WinkBed mattress is available in three different firmness profiles, and a slightly more expensive version that is designed to be more supportive and durable for heavier individuals called the WinkBed Plus. 

On the other hand the Zoma Boost mattress has a cooling cover so it gets a bit of an edge in temperature regulation.

Final thoughts on the Zoma Boost mattress

For anyone looking for a comfy, accommodating pillow-top mattress, I think the Zoma Boost is an excellent choice. There are a lot of really great beds in the luxury pillow-top category, but thanks to its price point, I think the Zoma Boost stands out. The biggest thing it doesn't offer in comparison to many of its competitors is the choice of firmness profile, but many sleepers like a medium firmness that the Zoma Boost comes with by default, so unless you are specifically looking for a soft or firm mattress you aren't sacrificing much with the Zoma Boost. 

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Throughout the testing process our entire team was surprised by how much we all liked the Zoma Boost, mostly because Zoma's previous mattresses didn't blow us away. Zoma really swung for the fences with the Boost mattress and really nailed it.

You might like the Zoma Boost mattress if:

• You want a pillow-top mattress
• You like the idea of a medium firmness profile
• You don't have a specific mattress feel preference

You might not like the Zoma Boost mattress if:

• You prefer a memory foam feel
• You want an especially soft or firm mattress
• You want a foam mattress

Other mattresses from Zoma

Zoma Start: The Zoma Start mattress is the entry-level mattress available from Zoma, and I think there is a lot to like about it. It features what Zoma calls its "AirCloth" cover that looks sleek and is designed to be extra-breathable. I can't really speak to its breathability, but I do think the Zoma Start is a temperature-neutral mattress. It also consists of three foam layers and has a generally accommodating, neutral feel despite the top comfort layer being memory foam. This bed is also very competitively priced, coming in at less than $550 after factoring in discounts.

Zoma Hybrid: The Zoma Hybrid mattress is virtually identical to the Zoma Start -- it uses the same layers of comfort foam, it has the same looking "AirCloth" cover, and it even has the same medium firmness profile. The only big difference is that the Zoma Hybrid uses pocketed coils for support instead of dense foam. This will give the Zoma Hybrid a bit more bounce and be more durable and support through the long lifespan of the mattress. We usually recommend people who are 225 pounds and above opt for a coil mattress for improved durability. The Zoma Hybrid will also cost a few hundred dollars more than the Zoma Start.