Octave vs Novosbed Mattress Comparison (2024)

Alex Forest

Sleep Content Specialist

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Which Is Better: Octave vs Novosbed?

Octave and Novosbed are both memory foam mattresses. Each offers pressure-relieving cushioning and good motion isolation. But only Octave gives you advanced cooling features and zoned support at an ultra-competitive price.

Novosbed pioneered the bed-in-box industry, releasing its first memory foam mattress and introducing the 120-night sleep trial to the world in 2009. Over the years, Novosbed became a standout in quality, construction, comfort, and value. Its fifth-generation memory foam mattress comes in three firmness options with features like open-cell foam, cooling gel memory foam, a high-density memory foam layer, and a machine-washable cover.

In 2023, to provide a more advanced product, GoodMorning.com (the parent company of Novosbed) evolved the Novosbed mattresses into Octave. This line of mattresses is engineered with advanced technologies to provide better cooling, motion isolation, and edge support. Octave offers three mattress models, each with advanced features and improved comfort. Each features a CryoFusion™ cooling nanofibre cover, copper-infused memory foam enhanced with PolarMAX® phase-change material, and multi-zone support foam with air channels.

Every Octave mattress comes with a 365-night sleep trial, a 15-year warranty, and a free bedding bundle. Octave is also competitively priced, with the entry-level Octave Vista priced at just $899 for a queen size.

To help you choose between Novosbed vs Octave, we’ve gathered all the information you need to compare these two mattresses accurately. Although Novosbed came in three firmness options, for the purpose of reviewing, we compared Octave Vista to Novosbed Medium. Please note that Novosbed is no longer available in Canada.

Winner:

Octave

The Octave Vista mattress outscored Novosbed in head-to-head mattress testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us).

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What We Love

• Advanced cooling features to keep temperatures low and comfort high
• Improved motion isolation and edge support for a more supportive and restful sleep experience
• Exceptional value starting at just $599 ($899 for a queen size)

Overall Ratings

Edge support and motion isolation are factored into our overall mattress ratings. These scores are shown in green (scores of 5.0+), yellow (3.0–4.9), or red (2.9 and below). Firmness, bounce, and cooling features are a matter of personal preference and aren’t part of our rating system, so these scores are shown in grey.

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Determined by how much the mattress sinks under applied weight. The lower the score out of 10, the softer the mattress.

6.8 /10

Firmness

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Determined by how much the mattress edge sinks under applied weight. A mattress with average to good edge support will score 5/10 or higher.

7.5 /10

Edge Support

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Determined by measuring a medicine ball’s impact on the mattress. Average to good motion isolation would be 5/10 or higher.

7.3 /10

Motion Isolation

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Determined by dropping a medicine ball onto the mattress. The higher the first bounce, the higher the score out of 10.

3.7 /10

Bounce

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Mattress Breakdown

Novosbed was a three-layer memory foam mattress with three firmness options and a machine-washable cover. Priced at $1,399 for a queen size, Novosbed Medium offered above-average motion isolation and a low amount of bounce. It featured a Tencel® mattress cover and was constructed with open-cell memory foam, with some options having a layer of cooling gel foam.

Despite these benefits, Novosbed had its limitations. It lacked a layer of support foam and advanced cooling technologies, and the 120-night sleep trial was only slightly longer than the 100-night trial offered by competitors.

In comparison, Octave Vista offers advanced features like a CryoFusion™ cooling nanofibre mattress cover, copper-infused memory foam treated with PolarMAX® phase-change material for temperature balance, and multi-zone support foam with air channels for breathability. Octave Vista is more affordable than Novosbed at $899 for a queen size. Octave also has a longer 365-night sleep trial and a 15-year warranty.

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Novosbed Medium 8.6

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Price (Queen)
$899	$1,399
Sleep Trial Nights
365	120
Warranty Years
15	15
Feel
Medium-firm	Medium
Standout Features
365-night sleep trial 15-year warranty Above-average edge support and motion isolation Machine-washable cooling cover Ideal for side, back, and stomach sleepers Free shipping, returns, and pickups in major metro areas Multiple cooling features, including copper-infused memory foam and phase-change material Multi-zone support, cushioning, and pressure-point relief Under $900 for a queen-size mattress	120-night sleep trial 15-year warranty Above-average motion isolation Machine-washable cover Ideal for side and back sleepers Free shipping, returns, and pickups in major metro areas Use of high-density memory foam
Made In
Canada	Canada

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Mattress Sizes & Prices

^{* Based on standard sizing. Individual mattress dimensions may vary.}

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Mattress Performance Results

Firmness

As the name suggests, Novosbed Medium was considered a medium mattress on the firmness scale. This level of firmness can be comfortable for side and back sleepers but may not offer enough support for stomach sleepers.

In comparison, Octave Vista is considered a medium-firm mattress. Medium-firm mattresses are a popular choice among Canadian sleepers as they suit a wide range of sleep styles, meaning you should find this level of firmness comfortable whether you sleep on your back, side, or stomach. If you prefer a touch more firmness, Octave’s layers of premium foam provide the perfect balance of cushioning and support.

Edge Support

Although foam mattresses aren’t known for having good edge support, Octave Vista sets itself apart with an above-average edge support score of 7.5/10. Novosbed Medium, on the other hand, scored below average at 3.8/10. If you need a mattress where you can sit comfortably on its edge and easily get out of bed in the morning, you’ll appreciate the improvements made to Octave Vista compared to its predecessor.

Motion Isolation

If you are a light sleeper, have a restless partner, or sleep with your kids or pets, you’ll want a mattress with good motion isolation. Most shoppers prefer foam mattresses for this reason. While Novosbed Medium has an above-average motion isolation score of 6.8/10, Octave Vista has an even higher motion isolation score of 7.3/10. With Octave, you can expect to sleep soundly and not notice any movement from the other side of the mattress.

Bounce

Bounce is a matter of personal preference. Low bounce is a good thing if you’re a light sleeper who’s easily woken, while higher bounce is ideal if you often change sleep positions.

Both Novosbed Medium and Octave Vista scored below average for bounce. This is typical for all-foam mattresses with good motion isolation. The Novosbed Medium has a bounce score of 2.3/10, which is quite low, and means you could have a bit more difficulty changing sleep positions. If you’re looking for more spring and responsiveness, you will likely enjoy Octave Vista with its higher bounce score of 3.7/10.

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Mattress Construction

Both Octave Vista and Novosbed Medium are three-layer memory foam mattresses with cooling features. But only Octave Vista offers phase-change material for enhanced cooling, multi-zone support foam for targeted pressure-point relief, and Elastex® foam for additional bounce, body contouring, and responsiveness.

Memory foam is known for sleeping hot, and to combat this, the top layer of Novosbed Medium is 1″ of premium airflow foam (which is an open-cell foam) followed by a 3″ layer of high-density cooling gel memory foam. With its polyester and Tencel® blend, the machine-washable cover also had some breathability. However, although high-density memory foam is durable, it does trap heat more than other types of foam.

When you compare the Novosbed mattress vs Octave, it’s clear that Octave Vista has more advanced cooling and comfort features. Vista contains copper gel-infused memory foam, PolarMAX® phase-change material, Elastex® foam, and five pressure-relief zones to provide targeted support to every area of your body. It’s also designed with breathable air channels for a cooler sleep.

Octave Mattress Layers

• Layer 1: Octave Vista’s top (comfort) layer is 2″ of copper-infused memory foam treated with PolarMAX® phase-change material for temperature balancing. This layer is designed to pull heat and sweat away from your body for a cooler sleep. Copper is a natural conductor and antimicrobial metal, which is intended to maintain the cleanliness of the mattress.
• Layer 2: The responsive, body-contouring transition layer is 2″ premium Elastex® foam that has the same springy feel as natural latex. Its additional bounce makes it easier for you to shift positions in the bed for a more comfortable sleep.
• Layer 3: Octave’s support layer is 8″ of high-density, multi-zone support foam. This ultra-durable layer has five pressure-relief zones to support every area of your body. It also has breathable air channels to let warm air escape and allow cooler air to enter the mattress.

Novosbed Mattress Layers

• Layer 1: The top (comfort) layer is 1″ of premium airflow foam. This top layer provides airflow and prevents heat trapping near the surface of the mattress. Foam density: 2 lbs/ft³.
• Layer 2: The middle (transition) layer is 2″ of high-density gel memory foam. Designed for durability and cooling, this layer also improves motion isolation so you’re less affected by movement from the other side of the mattress. Foam density: 4 lbs/ft³.
• Layer 3: The bottom (support) layer is 7″ of premium support foam. This layer contributes to motion isolation and provides a strong foundation for the mattress. Foam density: 1.8 lbs/ft³.

Octave has a removable, machine-washable top cover with CryoFusion™ cooling nanofibres. This gives the sleep surface a refreshingly cool feel while it wicks away moisture from your body throughout the night. Novosbed also has a machine-washable cover, but it’s made of durable polyester woven with Tencel® to dissipate heat. Octave’s cooling nanofibres give the mattress an edge when it comes to temperature control.

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Delivery, Sleep Trial & Returns

Octave ships by ground using FedEx. It ships for free from Ontario or Alberta in 3–10 business days. Your mattress is delivered directly to your door throughout most parts of Canada. Additional fees may apply for some remote locations.

When it was available in Canada, Novosbed also shipped by ground using FedEx, and shipped from Ontario or Alberta in 3–10 business days. Shipping was free to most Canadian regions.

Novosbed revolutionized the bed-in-a-box industry with its 120-night sleep trial. (The company no longer provides this trial since Novosbed mattresses have been discontinued and aren’t available for purchase.) Octave now offers an even longer 365-night trial so you can test out your mattress at home. If you choose to return your mattress for a full refund, Octave will pick up returns for free within the sleep trial period. Just contact customer service to coordinate your return.

Novosbed offered a 15-year warranty on its mattresses—five years longer than the industry-standard 10-year warranty. Octave has continued the tradition of longer-than-average coverage with its own 15-year warranty.

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