Emma NextGen Premium Mattress Review

Dirk Grabowski, Max Laarmann, and Dennis Schmoltzi founded Emma, a German mattress company, in 2015. They quickly became one of the most popular brands in Europe with their mission to make getting a good night's sleep easier and more affordable.

Their newest addition, the NextGen Premium mattress, is said to be their most comfortable, supportive, and sustainable mattress yet. It features innovative edge-to-edge technology that promises more comfort, support, and breathability than ever before.

In this review, we will test the Emma NextGen Premium mattress, specifically regarding:

• Pros and cons.
• Unboxing experience.
• Feel and comfort.
• Construction and design.
• Performance test results.
• Warranty policies, company policies, and all the FAQs you might want to know.

Emma NextGen Premium Overview

Pros

• Pain relief: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress can help relieve pain for people with back pain, neck pain, and other types of pain. The mattress provides good support and pressure relief, which can help reduce pain. The mattress also has a zoned support system that provides more support where it's needed most, such as in the lumbar region. This can help reduce back pain and improve your sleep quality.
• E2E Technology: This is a feature of the Emma NextGen Premium mattress that provides support all the way to the edges of the mattress. It prevents rolling off and improves sleep quality.
• Adapts to your body: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress has a 7-zone support system that adapts to your body's shape. The top layer of the mattress is made with Halo Memory Foam, which is a type of foam that is known for its pressure-relieving properties. This means that the mattress will conform to your body and provide support where you need it most.
• Sustainable: The Emma NextGen mattress is made with recycled materials and has a reduced carbon footprint. It is designed to last for a long time and is easy to recycle. This makes the Emma NextGen mattress a more sustainable option than traditional mattresses.
• Affordable: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is a high-quality mattress that is also affordable. This makes it a great option for people who are on a budget but still want a good night's sleep.

Cons

• It may not be durable for heavy Stomach sleepers: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is designed to be durable for most people. However, heavy stomach sleepers may put more stress on the mattress and need to replace it more often. If you are a heavy stomach sleeper, you may prefer a mattress with more firmness and height.

Who we Recommend the Emma NextGen Premium for

• People who are looking for a sustainable mattress: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is made with recycled materials and has a reduced carbon footprint. It is also designed to last longer than traditional mattresses, which makes it a more sustainable option.
• People who are looking for a comfortable and supportive mattress: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is designed to provide both comfort and support. It is made with a combination of materials that will be further discussed in our review that provide support and pressure relief. This makes it a great option for people who are looking for a mattress that will help them sleep comfortably.
• Side Sleepers: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is a great option for side sleepers. It provides good pressure relief for the shoulders and hips, which are the areas that side sleepers typically put the most pressure on.
• Back Sleepers: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is also a great option for back sleepers. It provides good support for the spine, which can help reduce back pain.
• People who are looking for a mattress that is easy to move: The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is lightweight, compressed, and easy to move. This makes it a great option for people who move frequently or who have limited storage space.

Unboxing the Emma NextGen Premium

Unboxing the Emma NextGen Premium mattress is a delight. The mattress is conveniently compressed in a plastic bag and rolled in a box, making it easy to ship and set up. The box is also well insulated, so the mattress is protected from damage during shipping. The mattress weighs between 19.5 and 41 kg, so it is recommended to have a friend help you with the unboxing process.

To set up the mattress, simply take the box to the bed frame and remove the rolled mattress. Gently unroll the mattress and place it on the bed. Position the mattress correctly and carefully cut the plastic wrapping. The mattress will fully expand to its height of 25 cm (10 inches) in less than a minute. You can even sleep on it on the same day.

The edges of the mattress will also fluff up nicely, indicating that the mattress has great corner expansion. We also noticed that the mattress has handles on the sides, which will be very useful when moving the mattress around.

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress does not have the strong chemical odor that is common with other bed-in-a-box mattresses. Instead, it only has a slight, non-irritating odor that is similar to the smell of new plastic. This odor dissipates within a few hours, which is a pleasant surprise. The lack of odor adds to the extremely pleasant unboxing experience.

Firmness, Feel, and Comfort For Emma NextGen Premium

Emma NextGen Premium Firmness

Firmness is an important factor to consider when buying a mattress because it can affect how comfortable you are and how well you sleep. People with different body types and sleeping positions prefer different firmness levels. For example, side sleepers typically prefer a softer mattress, while back sleepers typically prefer a firmer mattress. It is important to try out different mattresses before you buy one to find the firmness level that is right for you.

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is rated a 6.5 on a firmness scale of 1 (softest) to 10 (firmest). This means that it is considered to be a medium-firm mattress.

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is designed to be comfortable for all types of sleepers. It has a 7-zone support system that provides different levels of firmness in different areas of the mattress. This helps to ensure that your body is properly supported, no matter how you sleep.

Some of our partners who have tried the Emma NextGen Premium mattress say that it feels like a 6.5 on the firmness scale. However, others say that it feels softer or firmer than a 6.5. This is because firmness can feel different to different people. It is also important to keep in mind that the firmness of a mattress can change over time as it breaks in.

Emma NextGen Premium Feel

The cover of the Emma NextGen Premium mattress is made from a soft, breathable fabric that feels smooth and luxurious to the touch. It has a slight sheen to it, and it feels cool and refreshing against the skin. The cover is also very stretchy, so it conforms to your body perfectly.

When you lie down on the mattress, the cover feels like a warm hug. It gently cradles your body and provides a soft, cushioned surface to sleep on. The cover also helps to wick away moisture, so you stay cool and dry all night.

As we settle into the mattress, we feel its smooth and supportive surface. It does not have the traditional springy feeling of some mattresses, but it still provides good support. The mattress is also very bouncy, which can be helpful for people who move around a lot in their sleep.

We can feel the 7-zone support system working its magic, providing different levels of firmness in different areas of the mattress. This helps to ensure that our body is properly supported, no matter how we sleep.

Emma NextGen Premium Comfort

Back sleepers typically need a medium-firm mattress to help keep their spine aligned. Stomach sleepers, on the other hand, need a firm mattress to prevent them from sinking too far into the mattress and putting pressure on their lower back. Side sleepers need a softer mattress that contours to their bodies and relieves pressure points on their hips and shoulders.

We put the Emma NextGen Premium mattress to the test in a variety of sleeping positions. We tested it with our partners, who have different weights and sleep in different positions, including side sleepers, back sleepers, and stomach sleepers.

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is a medium-firm mattress that is designed to provide support for back and side sleepers. However, it may not be the best choice for heavy stomach sleepers. This is because the mattress is not as firm as some other mattresses, which can lead to minimal discomfort as the sleeper may sink too far into the mattress and put pressure on their lower back. This will be further tested in our pressure relief performance test.

Constructions, Materials, and Design

Materials and Design

Emma mattresses are made with only the highest quality materials and fabrics. The outer covers are made of soft, breathable, and machine-washable 100% polyester. The inner layers are made of high-quality foams that provide support and comfort. Emma mattresses are also put through strict quality assurance testing to ensure that they meet the highest standards. With a 10-year warranty, you can be confident that your Emma mattress will last for years to come.

But Emma mattresses aren't just built to last. They're also good for the planet. The NextGen Premium Mattress is made with breathable, sustainable materials that regulate temperature, making it a great choice for hot weather. The removable and machine-washable cover is easy to keep clean, and the unzippable design allows you to access the memory foam and pocket springs inside. This mattress is also more environmentally friendly than previous Emma mattresses, thanks to its decreased foam usage and increased use of recyclable steel springs. In fact, the NextGen Premium mattress has 32% lower CO2 emissions than the Emma Premium and 58% lower emissions than the Emma Original.

Layers

1. UltraDry™ Cover: This is the outermost layer of the mattress. It is made from a soft, breathable fabric that helps regulate temperature and keeps you cool and comfortable all night long. The cover is also machine-washable, so you can easily keep it clean.
2. Halo Memory Foam™: This layer of foam is designed to provide pressure relief and adapt to the shape of your body. It helps reduce pain and improve your sleep quality.
3. Foam with Point Elastic Airgocell® Technology: This layer of foam helps to improve airflow and ventilation, keeping you cool and comfortable. You'll feel the air circulating around your body, keeping you cool and dry even on hot nights.
4. Supportive Foam: This layer of foam provides support and helps to prevent sagging. It ensures that your spine is properly aligned, so you can wake up feeling refreshed and pain-free.
5. 7-Zone Coils: This layer of coils provides targeted support for different parts of your body. It helps reduce pressure points and improve your overall comfort. The coils conform to the shape of your body, providing pressure relief where you need it most.
6. HRX Base Foam: This layer of foam provides a firm foundation for the mattress. It helps keep the mattress in place and prevents it from sagging over time. You'll feel the firmness of this layer, which helps keep you from sinking too deeply into the mattress and keeps your spine aligned.

Performance of Emma NextGen Premium

Cooling

A cooling mattress is important for hot sleepers, as it can help prevent them from waking up hot and sweaty. This can lead to a better night's sleep as well as improved mood and energy levels the next day.

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is designed to regulate temperature, so you can sleep cool and comfortably all night long. The mattress features a number of cooling technologies, including Infinity pocket springs, highly breathable foams, and Point Elastic Airgocell® technology.

We performed a cooling performance test on the Emma NextGen Premium mattress by lying on it for 20 minutes and monitoring it for heat retention.

In the first few minutes, we felt the cool, soft fabric of the cover against our skin. As we lay there, we felt the mattress conform to our bodies, providing gentle pressure relief. We didn't feel any hot spots or areas of discomfort. After 20 minutes, we got up and felt refreshed and invigorated.

The mattress maintained a comfortable temperature throughout the test, with no excessive heat buildup. While it wasn't the coolest mattress we've ever tried, it still performed well, so we gave it a 4.6/5 regarding cooling performance.

Responsiveness

A responsive mattress is one that quickly returns to its original shape after you apply pressure to it. This means that when you move around on the mattress, it doesn't retain the shape of your body, which can help you sleep more comfortably.

Hybrid mattresses are made with a combination of foam and springs. The springs provide bounce and support, while the foam provides comfort and pressure relief. This combination of materials makes hybrid mattresses more responsive than all-foam mattresses.

To test the responsiveness of the Emma NextGen Premium mattress, we conducted a simple but effective test. We placed a 20-pound ball on the mattress and waited for one second for the ball to settle. Then, we removed the ball and measured how long it took for the mattress to fully recover its shape.

The mattress fully recovered in about 0.9 seconds, which is an excellent responsiveness score. This is important for a comfortable sleep, as it allows you to move around freely without feeling stuck in place. which is why we rated this mattress a 4.8/5 regarding responsiveness.

Motion Isolation

Motion isolation is important in a mattress because it can help to prevent you from being disturbed by your partner's movements. If you share a bed with someone who is a light sleeper or who moves around a lot, motion isolation can be a lifesaver.

Memory foam and pocketed coils are two types of construction that can help a mattress isolate motion better. Both of these are evident in the new Emma NextGen Premium mattress, which also has three foam layers of Halo, Airgocell, and HRX Supreme foam. This combination of materials provides brilliant motion isolation, so you can easily change positions at night without disturbing your partner.

Although responsive mattresses are generally not known for their motion isolation, the Emma NextGen Premium mattress performs well.

To test that, we placed a glass half full of water on top of the mattress and dropped a 20-pound ball on the other side. The water barely moved during the test, which indicates the mattress's ability to absorb motion.

We also conducted another test to see how well the mattress would isolate motion from a partner. We had one person lie on one side of the mattress while the other person rolled around on the other side. The person lying still reported that they did not feel much movement on the side of the mattress.

These two tests demonstrate that the Emma NextGen Premium mattress has above-average motion isolation. This is why we gave this mattress a 4.5/5 regarding motion isolation.

Edge Support

Edge support is important for a mattress because it helps prevent the mattress from collapsing at the edges. This is important for a number of reasons, including comfort, safety, and durability.

The Emma NextGen Premium is a hybrid mattress that is known for its comfort and support. However, it does have one area where it could be improved: edge support. The mattress has a thin top memory foam layer and no foam edging to constrain the sprung layers. This means that the springs run right to the edge of the mattress, which can make it feel less supportive when you are sitting or lying on the edge.

We tested the edge support of the Emma NextGen Premium by applying firm pressure to the edges and monitoring for counterpressure. We felt sufficient counterpressure from the layers, and the edges did spring back into shape when we removed the pressure. We also sat on the edges of the mattress and sank in slightly, but we did not feel like we were going to roll off the edge.

Overall, the edge support of the Emma NextGen Premium is not bad, but it’s not the best, especially if you're a heavy or edge sleeper. Accordingly, we gave it a 4/5 for edge support.

Noise

A silent mattress is an important feature to have, especially if you share a bed with a partner or are a light sleeper. When you move around on a mattress, it can create noise that can disturb your partner or wake you up. This is especially true if your mattress has coils, which can squeak or make other noises when they move.

We conducted a noise test on the Emma NextGen Premium mattress by dropping a 20-pound ball onto it. We used highly sensitive microphones to listen for any squeaks or noises, but we didn't hear anything. The only sound we heard was the typical thud that the drop makes on any surface.

This means that the Emma NextGen Premium mattress is silent, thanks to its combination of memory foam and pocketed coils.

We rated the Emma NextGen Premium mattress 5/5 for noise, making it a great option for couples, light sleepers, and anyone who is sensitive to noise.

Sex

When choosing a mattress for sex, there are a few key qualities to look for: bounce, cooling, edge support, and noise. The Emma NextGen Premium mattress performs well in all of these areas, with the exception of average edge support.

The Emma NextGen Premium has a good amount of bounce, which prevents uncomfortable sinkage. This is important for sex because it allows you to move freely and easily without feeling bogged down. The mattress also has good cooling, which will help you and your partner stay comfortable. It is also silent.

We rated it a 4.4/5 regarding sex performance.

Pressure Relief

Pressure relief is important in a mattress because it helps reduce pain and discomfort. When you sleep, your body weight is distributed unevenly across the mattress. This can cause pressure points to form on your body, especially in areas where there is more weight, such as your shoulders, hips, and lower back.

A mattress that provides good pressure relief will help distribute your body weight more evenly, which can reduce pain and discomfort. This is especially important for people with back pain or other chronic pain conditions.

To evaluate how the mattress performs in different sleeping positions, we conducted our standard pressure relief test. Our test involves resting on the mattress for 20 minutes and then measuring the pressure in different body zones. The pressure map below shows the results of the test.

The pressure map shows that the Emma NextGen Premium mattress provides good pressure relief in the shoulders and hips, which are two areas that are prone to pressure points for side sleepers. Additionally, the mattress provides good pressure relief in the lower back, which is important for people with back pain.

However, the pressure map also shows that the mattress may be too soft for some sleepers over 250 pounds. This is because the mattress does not provide enough support in the areas where most of the weight is distributed. As a result, some sleepers over 250 pounds may experience pain in their shoulders, hips, and lower back.

Accordingly, we gave it 4.9/5 for pressure relief.

Emma NextGen Premium Warranty and Company Policies

Warranty

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is backed by a 10-year warranty against manufacturing defects and faulty materials. This means that if your mattress develops a problem within 10 years of purchase, Emma will replace it for free. However, the warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse or abuse.

Trial

The Emma NextGen mattress comes with a 200-night risk-free trial, which means you can try it out for a whole year before you decide if you want to keep it. This is perfect for people who are unsure about which mattress is right for them.

During the trial period, you can sleep on the mattress as much as you like. If you're not happy with it for any reason, you can return it for a full refund.

Returns

It is recommended that you wait at least 21 nights before returning your mattress. This is because it can take your body some time to adjust to a new mattress. During the first 21 nights, your body may be adjusting to the new firmness, support, and materials of the mattress. After 21 nights, you should have a better idea of whether or not the mattress is right for you.

If you're still not happy with the mattress after 21 nights and still within the trial period, you can return it for a full refund. No questions asked.

Shipping

Emma mattresses offer free shipping to the contiguous United States, but the Emma NextGen Premium mattress is only available for delivery in the UK for now. To get free delivery on the Emma NextGen Premium mattress in the UK, make sure to select standard delivery upon checkout.

Most mattresses ship within 7 days, but the shipping time may vary depending on the location of the delivery address.

Pricing

The table below summarizes the current sizes and prices of the Emma NextGen Premium mattress in British pounds (GBP). The prices are before any discounts. The Emma website may have updates on sizes and discounts, so it is best to check there for the most up-to-date information.

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is considered affordable for a premium mattress while still ensuring high quality and performance for its purchasers. It comes in at the lower end of the premium price bracket, making it a great option if you are looking for a high-quality mattress that won’t empty your pockets.

That is why this mattress earns a 5/5 regarding value.

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FAQs about the Emma NextGen Premium mattress

How long does it take to get used to the Emma NextGen Premium mattress?

Most people find that they get used to the Emma NextGen Premium mattress within a few days. However, some people may need up to two weeks to adjust to the mattress. If you're still not comfortable after two weeks, you can always return the mattress for a full refund.

How does the Emma NextGen Premium mattress compare to other mattresses?

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is comparable to other high-end mattresses on the market. It offers excellent support, pressure relief, and breathability. However, the Emma NextGen Premium mattress also has a few unique features that set it apart from other mattresses, such as its edge-to-edge support and a combination of unique foams.

Is it worth getting an Emma NextGen Premium mattress?

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to get an Emma NextGen Premium mattress depends on your individual needs and preferences. If you are looking for a high-quality mattress that offers excellent support and pressure relief, the Emma NextGen Premium mattress may be a good option for you.

Can I flip my Emma NextGen Premium mattress?

No, you cannot flip your Emma NextGen Premium mattress. The mattress is designed to be used one way only. Flipping the mattress will not improve its performance and may actually damage it.

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress is made with a variety of materials, including memory foam, pocket springs, and visco-elastic foam. These materials work together to provide the mattress with its unique combination of support, comfort, and pressure relief. Flipping the mattress would disturb the alignment of these materials and could lead to decreased performance.

Why is Emma Mattresses called “Emma”?

Max Laarmann founded Emma in 2015 after he was dissatisfied with the mattresses that were available on the market. He wanted to create a mattress that was both comfortable and affordable, and he named the company after his sister.