Joybed Mattress Review

Updated December 17, 2022

Joybed is a natural bed-in-a-box brand that sells affordable luxury beds for those who want to enjoy a healthier sleep with minimal impact on the environment.

Joybed - An Overview

Healthy Sleep

No chemicals are added or used when making the Joybed mattresses, and all the materials are naturally breathable. The airflow will help you stay cooler and the natural fibers will wick moisture away from your body and evaporate it. No toxins to worry about, you'll sleep healthier and without having to worry about any long-term effects on your health. Foam mattresses can off-gas chemicals that you'd be breathing in throughout the night, whereas there are no such concerns with natural materials.

Impact on the Earth

Joybeds are 99.9% renewably sourced. The wool, cotton, and plant materials used come from annually renewable sources and are biodegradable. They'll break down within 1 year after being discarded. The coils are made of recycled steel. The boxes are also made out of recycled materials and can be reused or recycled. The wool is ethically sourced and is tested semi-annually for pesticide, herbicide, or heavy metal residues. 

These materials are much more eco-friendly than foam, which can sit in landfills for decades. The innerspring pockets and dust cover fabrics are the only part of the mattress made with man-made sources, and they make up just 0.1% of the mattress.

Pros and Cons of the Joybed Mattresses

PROS

CONS

Natural materials Breathable - keeps you cool No chemicals that could affect your health Eco-friendly Fire retardant without chemicals No latex - many natural mattresses include this foam but it can sleep hot or affect those with allergies Individually pocketed coils Give precise support that feels conforming Reduce motion transfer between sleep partners Edge support Creates a more sturdy edge for sitting Makes it comfortable to sleep near the side of the bed Coil style is sturdy and breathable compared to foam edges Fast and easy delivery Ships by UPS in a small box within 3-5 business days More affordable than similar mattresses Compatible with an adjustable base

Not completely organic Joybed's reasoning for this is to keep costs down and that the incremental benefits of using all organic materials would be small Mattresses have an overall firmer feel than foam mattresses would, may not be the best for side sleepers

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Joybed Mattress Models

Mattress Name	Quick Overview (Queen-size)
Joybed LX	Comfort: Medium-Firm Comfort Scale: 4 Coil Count: 850 Mattress Height: 10" Warranty: 10 Years Guarantee: 120 Days	check price
Joybed LXE Medium-Plush	Comfort: Medium-Plush Comfort Scale: 7 Coil Count: 3552 Mattress Height: 15" Warranty: 10 Years Guarantee: 120 Days	check price
Joybed LXE Medium-Firm	Comfort: Medium-Firm Comfort Scale: 4 Coil Count: 2439 Mattress Height: 15" Warranty: 10 Years Guarantee: 120 Days	check price
Joybed LXP Medium-Plush	Comfort: Medium-Firm Comfort Scale: 7 Coil Count: 1130 Mattress Height: 12" Warranty: 10 Years Guarantee: 120 Days	check price
Joybed LXP Medium-Firm	Comfort: Medium-Firm Comfort Scale: 5 Coil Count: 1130 Mattress Height: 12" Warranty: 10 Years Guarantee: 120 Days	check price

Specifications of the Joybed Mattresses

Product Name	Joybed LX Medium-Firm	Joybed LXP Medium-Plush	Joybed LXP Medium-Firm	Joybed LXE Medium-Plush	LXE Medium-Firm
Brand	Joybed	Joybed	Joybed	Joybed	Joybed
Mattress Comfort	Medium-Firm	Medium-Plush	Medium-Firm	Medium-Plush	Medium
Comfort Scale Number	4	7	5	7	4
Queen Coil Count	850	1130 + 1386 nano coils	1130 + 1386 nano coils	3552	2439
Height	10"	12"	12"	15"	15"
Comfort Padding Layers	Plant fiber Cotton Wool Cotton padding	Plant fiber 2x cotton Wool 2x cotton padding Nano coils	Plant fiber 2x cotton Wool 2x cotton padding Nano coils	Plant fiber 2x cotton Nano coil Micro coil 2x cotton padding	Plant fiber 2x cotton "Mini" individual coils 2x cotton padding
Warranty	10-year warranty against manufacturer's defects	10-year warranty against manufacturer's defects	10-year warranty against manufacturer's defects	10-year warranty against manufacturer's defects
Back Support System	Individual coils with edge support	Zoned individual coils with edge support	Zoned individual coils with edge support	Zoned individual coils with edge support	Zoned individual coils with edge support
Quilt Top of Mattress	Organic cotton cover	Jacquard organic cotton fabric cover	Jacquard organic cotton fabric cover	Jacquard organic cotton fabric cover	Jacquard organic cotton fabric cover
Edge Support	Coil edge support	Coil edge support	Coil edge support	Coil edge support	Coil edge support

How Joybeds Are Constructed

Joybeds are natural, handcrafted mattresses with a pocketed coil innerspring. This means that the coils are not tied together, they move independently. There is a double column of outer coils to provide edge support. The padding is made out of materials like cotton, wool, and plant fibers. Each mattress has an organic cotton cover. Several of the models have micro coils as an additional comfort layer.

Joybed Mattress Features

1. Organic Cotton Cover

The cover is made with organic cotton that is 100% GOTS Certified.

2. Plant Fiber Fire Barrier

This breathable layer is chemical-free and meets federal fire safety certifications.

3. Cotton

Soft and hypo-allergenic, the cotton adds cushion and its breathability helps you sleep cool.

4. Wool

This wool, which is ethically sourced, has moisture-wicking properties that keep you dry and cool.

5. Individually wrapped coils

The coil system conforms to the curves of your body and has extra support around the edge to make it easier to sit or lay close to the side.

6. Hand tufting

At the top, hand tufting adds a nice detail and helps hold everything in place, making it last longer.

Additional Features of the Joybed LXP

Not only does the cotton material double in this mattress compared to the LX, there are also some extra features.

1. Jacquard Organic Cotton Cover

The cover is upgraded to a luxurious Jacquard woven organic cotton that's 100% GOTS Certified.

6. Nano Coils

This layer of nano coils adds conforming support and comfort with a responsive feel. They are very durable and increase the performance life.

Additional Features of the Joybed LXE

With double the cotton and cotton padding as the LX model, the LXE also has a few other features that the original Joybed does not have.

1. Jacquard Organic Cotton Cover

The LXE also features the upgraded cover, made with a luxurious Jacquard woven organic cotton that's 100% GOTS Certified.

5. Nano Coils (Medium-Plush only)

This layer of nano coils adds conforming support and comfort with a responsive feel. They are very durable and increase the performance life.

6. Micro Coils (Medium-Plush only)

A premium feature, these micro coils add even more advanced pressure relief for your hips and shoulders by providing more contouring support.

Mini Individually Wrapped Coils (Medium-Firm only, not pictured)

This layer of mini coils in the medium-firm LXE adds contouring support that spreads out the pressure more evenly.

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Joybed Delivery Method

Joybed mattresses are compressed into a box and shipped by UPS. They arrive quickly (in 3-5 business days) at your home.

Joybed Unboxing Video

Joybed's Shopping Guarantees

Joybed's quality is backed by a 10-year warranty as well as a 120-night trial. If your Joybed does not suit you, exchanges are free or you can get a refund minus 10% and a $139 processing fee. They will coordinate finding a local charity where you can donate the mattress.

More about the Joybed Brand

The Joybed brand was created by mattress industry veterans who got tired of seeing foam everywhere, knowing that it's bad for your body and for the environment. Their goal was to provide affordable, natural products for better sleep and a better planet. So, they set out to create a natural bed without toxic, off-gassing foam.

A family business that has been making mattresses in Grand Rapids, MI since 1889, they designed the Joybed to create the optimal sleep environment. All suppliers used by Joybed are American, and live up to the standards of the Joybed brand. For example, the wool is ethically farmed and is tested for pesticide, herbicide, and heavy metal residues semiannually. The comfort materials are all renewable resources, the steel is recycled, and man-made products make up only 0.1% of the mattress.

Joybed didn't stop with mattresses. They also sell accessories that are made of natural materials, such as their wool mattress topper and their foundation which is made out of Amish wood.

About the Author, Juliana Huhta, Mattress Expert

Juliana has spent several years in the mattress industry, writing about and reviewing sleep products. She has a deep understanding of how mattresses work for different people and affect sleep.