Douglas Alpine Mattress Review (2024)
Updated: November 19, 2024
Grace Struth
Sleep Content Lead
Our Rankings
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.
6.1 /10
6.8 /10
8.5 /10
3.6 /10
5.1 /10
Product Details
Douglas Alpine is an 11″ medium-firm mattress with dual-action cooling features, good edge support, and outstanding motion isolation. Its 3 foam layers offer a sturdy foundation for lower back support and spinal alignment while delivering pressure-point relief and cushioning. This feature is especially helpful if you have sensitive joints or a smaller body.
Douglas Alpine’s CoolSense® cover is made using Infinitex™ fibers, making it moisture-wicking and odour-resistant while still being breathable. The cover is also removable and machine-washable.
This mattress offers dual-action cooling and comes in RV sizes, which is rare to find in other foam mattresses sold at its price point. As an added bonus, Douglas Alpine includes a complimentary bedding bundle and a generous 365-night trial period to make sure you’re happy with your choice. It’s also backed by a 20-year warranty.
Ideal For: Back Sleepers, Side Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers
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Douglas Alpine Mattress Sizes & Prices
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Delivery, Sleep Trial & Returns
Douglas uses FedEx for most Canadian deliveries, with the option to leave the shipment on your porch or deck. Shipping is free for many areas, but fees may apply in remote locations. Expect your mattress to arrive within 2–10 business days (including dispatch and delivery time) from Ontario or Alberta.
Your Douglas Alpine mattress is ready for a good night’s sleep within two minutes of unpacking. You’ll have 365 nights to try it out in the comfort of your home. This is one of the longest sleep trial periods available in Canada. If you decide the mattress isn’t right for you, the company will arrange free pick-up and provide a full refund. And if you keep your Douglas Alpine, it has an extensive 20-year warranty so you can love it for longer.
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Douglas Alpine Mattress Construction
Douglas Alpine stands 11″ tall and has the same 3 specialty foam layers as Douglas Original. However, each layer has been rebalanced to enhance certain comfort features.
- Layer 1: The comfort layer includes 2.25″ of ecoLight® cooling gel foam to keep your body heat down. This layer is also equipped with Polar® Temperature Balancing, which further controls nighttime temperatures by absorbing your extra body heat during warmer nights and redistributing it on colder nights. Foam density: 2.5 lb/ft³.
- Layer 2: The transition layer features 2.25″ of resilient, supportive Elastex® foam. This foam is similar to latex, but it can be more comfortable if you have a latex allergy. Foam density: 1.85 lb/ft³.
- Layer 3: The support layer is 6.5″ of motion-isolation foam. This layer makes up more than half of Douglas Alpine’s overall height—and helps eliminate nearly all disruptive movement across the mattress. Foam density: 1.85 lb/ft³.
Douglas’s exclusive CoolSense® cover is crafted from eco-friendly Infinitex™ fibres, which are derived from plants. This fabric effectively wicks moisture away from the mattress surface. It also prevents odours and keeps air moving between the mattress layers. Combined with the mattress’s cooling gel foam and phase-change materials, this breathable design helps your body maintain a comfortable temperature throughout the night.
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6.1 /10
Firmness
In third-party engineer testing (commissioned by us), Douglas Alpine scored 6.1/10 for firmness. This places the mattress in the medium-firm category. This level of firmness is ideal for all sleep styles and is preferred by many Canadians. You’ll enjoy a good balance of comfort and support.
6.8 /10
Edge Support
Edge support is a valuable feature if you need a little help getting out of bed. While foam mattresses don’t typically excel in this category, Douglas Alpine bucks this trend. Our engineers awarded Douglas Alpine an above-average edge support rating of 6.8/10.
8.5 /10
Motion Isolation
Any movement on your bed’s surface can disturb your sleep, so it’s best to get a mattress with good motion isolation to avoid fatigue. Douglas Alpine is among our highest-scoring mattresses for motion isolation with 8.5/10. If you’re a light sleeper or you share your bed with a partner, Douglas Alpine is a solid choice for uninterrupted slumber.
3.6 /10
Bounce
Our independent testers give Douglas Alpine a bounce score of 3.6/10. This lower rating is consistent with other all-foam mattresses, which tend to absorb motion.
5.1 /10
Cooling Features
The Douglas Alpine mattress has even more advanced cooling technologies than Douglas Original with the addition of phase-change material. These combined features help the mattress adapt to your body’s needs without retaining excessive heat. Douglas Alpine earns points for its:
- CoolSense® cover that draws moisture away for a cool, dry feel
- Layer of ecoLight® cooling gel foam that allows for enhanced cooling
- Phase-change material that adapts to body temperature and prevents heat retention
- Layer of Elastex, a breathable latex-like foam that ensures good air circulation
Douglas Alpine is an excellent all-around mattress with cooling upgrades—and it’s accessibly priced at just $999 for a queen size. (Need even more advanced cooling? Consider upgrading to Douglas Summit.)
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Company Background
Douglas is owned by GoodMorning.com, Canada’s largest independent online mattress retailer. The Douglas brand entered the bed-in-a-box market in 2017 and quickly became known for its high quality and low prices. Douglas has benefitted from the eight years’ worth of experience, engineering data, and customer feedback of its parent company’s first mattress, Novosbed (now Octave, Canada’s best cooling mattress).
The made-in-Canada brand positions itself as an eco-conscious alternative to other direct-to-consumer mattresses. All Douglas mattresses are manufactured in factories in Ontario and Alberta, most of which use primarily sustainable energy sources. The company uses eco-conscious materials, and its manufacturing process has a lower carbon footprint than many of its top competitors.
Whenever we go away I can’t wait to get home to my amazing Douglas mattress! So supportive, no pressure points and never even feel my husband turn over! LOVE LOVE!
Jessica S.
Verified Douglas Buyer
My husband and I both LOVE our Douglas mattress. It’s like sleeping on a cloud […] It’s the perfect amount of firmness and after half a year on it, it’s just as good as day 1.
Stephanie L.
Verified Douglas Buyer
I don’t want to get up in the morning! The bed is very affordable, super easy to set up and extra bonus points for being made in Canada.
Alison H.
Verified Douglas Buyer
I think I got my mattress just in time. My back has never felt better! Great service, quality, and fast shipping. Thanks!!
Karly W.
Verified Douglas Buyer
Sleeping on this bed for a couple weeks now and I love it. It’s firm and supportive and I can’t feel my dog moving around on it at night.
John H.
Verified Douglas Buyer
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between Douglas Original and Douglas Alpine?
Both Douglas mattresses share the same medium-firm feel and eco-conscious materials. However, Douglas Alpine stands out with improved cooling technology, motion isolation, and pressure relief. Its rebalanced layers also include more cooling gel, an extra inch of height for better joint cushioning, and Polar® Temperature Balancing for year-round comfort. These upgrades make Douglas Alpine a more advanced version of Douglas Original.
How does Douglas Alpine compare in price to similar mattresses?
Douglas Alpine offers great value, retailing at $999 for a queen size. Compared to many other foam mattresses of similar size, Douglas Alpine sells for hundreds of dollars less—while still including desirable features like cooling gel, phase-change materials, and a washable cover.
Is the Douglas Alpine mattress cover machine-washable?
Yes. To clean your Douglas mattress cover, unzip the upper portion of the cover, run it through the washing machine on a gentle cycle, and air-dry or tumble-dry on a low setting. You can easily rezip the cover in seconds without lifting or moving the mattress.
Is the Douglas Alpine mattress environmentally conscious?
Yes. Among their many green policies, Douglas manufactures its mattresses with eco-conscious materials, including CertiPUR-US® certified foams. Any returned mattresses are donated to local charities rather than being sent to the landfill. For Eastern Canada orders, mattresses are also made using renewable energy.
Where in Canada can I buy the Douglas bed in a box?
You can purchase a Douglas Alpine mattress through Douglas.ca.
How much does the Douglas Alpine mattress cost?
Douglas Alpine costs $799–$1,099, depending on which size you choose. A queen-size Douglas Alpine costs $999. Alpine is also available in RV mattress sizes.
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