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Choosing between Awara & Ghostbed?
A good, green mattress that’s kind to the earth, and kind to your wallet is hard to come by. Awara does both, as well as being handcrafted for an incredible night’s sleep.
An Amazing Mattress: But at What Cost?
Ghostbed sure sounds like the perfect mattress… for October. If the name isn’t enough to scare you, then the price surely will. Plus, if you bought a Ghostbed mattress in October (for spooky season) the trial would barely get you to New Years. Plus, Ghostbed’s patented lab-perfected materials are no match for Awara’s handcrafted, natural mattress.
*Pricing as of 01/23/2024. See Terms.
Mattress model used for comparison is the GhostBed Classic Mattress . For full details please see Details Page.
Awara customers are raving: “I’ve been introduced to an entirely new dream world”
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Comfort & Premium Materials at a Fair Price
That’s why independent reviewers consistently vote Awara to the top.
Certifications Are Nice: But They Come At A Price.
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Best Affordable Latex Mattress 2023
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*Awara has certain affiliate advertising relationships with the above publications. Awara has no editorial influence over such reviews or awards.
What Makes Awara Special?
We wanted to use only the best materials when making our mattresses. We thought about everything. Being conscious of our impact on the environment, finding new ways to give back to the communities and ecosystems we work with, and creating a mattress you can feel good about buying were really important factors in our decision making process. We sought out partnerships that would make a difference.
- The New Zealand farmers who care for the sheep, and spin the breathable wool that’ll help keep you cool.
- The farmers in Sri Lanka who care for the rubber trees used to make the premium Forest Stewardship Council-certified Dunlop latex that provides Awara’s exceptional comfort.
- Trees for the Future, the non-profit that plants 10 trees in Kenya, Senegal, Uganda, or Tanzania for every Awara sold.
The quality of these partnerships, and the materials we use to build Awara, gives us the confidence to offer a Forever Warranty on every mattress, a 365-night trial, and to promise you a great night’s sleep at a fair price. What could be better than that?
So, what are you getting with Ghostbed?
- You’ll be getting a whole lot less. Less warranty, less trial, & it’s less environmentally conscious. Sure, 101 days sounds like a long time, but can you really know you love your mattress if you haven’t tried it in all 4 seasons? Can you be sure your mattress will last as long as you need it to if the warranty is only 25 years? Awara has the best warranty in the industry –it lasts forever. Plus you get more trial: an entire year to make sure it’s perfect for you.
- Ghostbed doesn’t use real latex at all! They use a synthetic blend “gel memory foam” to synthesize a similar feeling to real latex. This isn’t nearly as comfortable or as breathable as the real thing. And sounds a lot like cutting corners to make more profit to us. Ghostbed just doesn’t cut it when it comes to taking care of the planet, or using natural materials. Awara uses sustainably sourced FSC®-Certified Organic Dunlop natural latex for a layer of cooling, cushioning comfort.
- The Euro top for the Awara mattress is a perfect example of what we like to call eco-luxury, made of 100% New Zealand wool and providing cushiony support, and natural temperature control. Ghostbed doesn’t have a Eurotop at all, and their cover is made of a synthetic material they call “Ghost Ice Fabric”. I mean I guess you can call your artificial viscose-polyester blend material whatever you want – but there’s still nothing natural about it!
The Awara Mattress
Plush Euro Top with New Zealand Wool
Plus naturally sourced cotton and wool. Together, they wick moisture and promote breathability.
Breathable Natural Dunlop Latex
2” of FSC®-Certified organic Dunlop latex contours to your curves and supports pressure points and joints.
Premium Coil Support Core
Individually wrapped 8” coils improve airflow and reduce motion transfer, even if your partner tosses and turns.
Easy-Move Base with 4 Reinforced Handles
A beautiful cotton blend cover wraps around the supportive base. The sturdy handles make any move a breeze.
GhostBed Mattress
Quilted, Cooling Cover
Artificial viscose-polyester blend “Ghost ice” material - meant to keep you cool, but sounds pretty artificial to us.
Cooling Fiber
Flexing the ghost ice material again
Gel Memory Foam
Meant to give you a “ghost hug” feeling, which feels a little spooky.
1″ of Gel Memory Foam
Wait… wasn’t that the last layer, too? So just an extra inch, then.
Ghost Bounce Layer
4” of proprietary gel memory foam. Nothing natural here. They won’t even tell you what’s in it! Just a nudge, a wink, and a ghostly name.
Individually Wrapped & Reinforced Coils
Another spooky name, Spirited Edge™ support, to try and reduce the bounce they put in layer 5.
High-Density Support Layer
To support the layers above.
Awara Doesn’t Compromise
365-Night trial | Premium, environmentally conscious materials | Comfort & Support | Needle Tufted by Hand |
We believe you should be able to try your mattress in all seasons. We all sleep differently in a heatwave than in a snowstorm. If at the end of your 365-night trial, you decide Awara isn’t a perfect match, return it with no hassles. We’re always here to help. | Everyone should have access to sustainable options. We’ve chosen sustainable, earth-friendly materials that don’t break the bank: Certified latex, sustainable New Zealand wool, and stainless steel springs. Premium sleep doesn’t compromise on the things that matter. | With a hybrid mattress like Awara, you get all the support of springs with the comfort of latex. The springs provide responsive, dynamic support for your shoulders, back, hips and legs. The comforting, cooling properties of latex relieve pressure points, and conform to your body to give you unparalleled comfort. | Awara mattresses feature our distinctive, soft, needle-tufted rosettes made from our New Zealand wool. By pulling ribbons through the full mattress in up to 36 locations, we bind the layers together — without the use of toxic solvent or water-based adhesives, improving durability and stability. |
Good for you. Good for the environment.
“Something about this mattress has completely changed my sleeping life.”
Awara supports your body, your conscience, and your favorite sleep-style.
Hybrid mattresses are a little different to Memory Foam. They are a little firmer: instead of “sinking in”, you settle down, and the mattress supports every curve.
If you sleep on your side...
Awara rating
Excellent
The latex layer removes the pressure from your joints, hugging your hips, knees and shoulders.
If you sleep on your back...
Awara rating
Very good
Awara adjusts to the curve of your lower back, relieving strains.
If you sleep on your stomach...
Awara rating
Excellent
Your chest, stomach and hips get the support they need without “sinking” into the bed.
If you move during the night...
Awara rating
Excellent
The hybrid design isolates movement so you don’t wake yourself up as you shift from pose to pose.
If you’re on the smaller side...
Awara rating
Very Good
The 3-zone coil system evenly distributes your weight and supports your frame.
If you’re on the bigger side...
Awara rating
Excellent
The 3-zone coil system evenly distributes your weight and supports your frame.
If you run hot...
Awara rating
Excellent
The natural materials help the mattress “breathe”, controlling the temperature all night long.
If you run cold...
Awara rating
Good
The natural materials help the mattress “breathe”, controlling the temperature all night long.
If you have back pain...
Awara rating
Excellent
The combination of coils, latex and wool relieves pressure and supports the spine.
If you share your bed...
Awara rating
Excellent
The smart weight distribution means you won’t be disturbed, even when your partner moves.
Awara’s the better choice. Naturally.
Awara
- $949
- Forever Warranty
- Unbeatable value
- Premium, natural materials Made for comfort and for the planet
- Focuses on the certifications that matter
- Restores the soil, feeds families and renews the planet by planting 10 trees in your name with every mattress
Ghostbed
- $1,398
- 25 years
- Nearly twice the price
- Made of synthetic materials
- Charges you a lot of money for the privilege of sleeping on their trademarked layers.
- No environmental initiatives.
*Pricing as of 01/23/2024. See Terms.
Mattress model used for comparison is the GhostBed Classic Mattress . For full details please see Details Page.
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