The Metta Bed is the cheapest 100% natural and organic latex mattress you can buy.
A comparable natural latex Mattress starts at around $1,500 for a queen size, and some can cost more than $2,000. The Metta Bed begins at less than $1,000, and the Queen size costs $1,200.
This is the same price range as standard foam mattresses.
So is there a catch?
Well, there are a couple of sacrifices you have to make. For instance, it’s thinner than most mattresses.
But it’s still a high-quality mattress with excellent support and pressure relief…for most people.
Read my full review to see whether it is the right mattress for you.
To compare it to other natural latex mattresses, see my Ecoterra review, Plushbeds review and Avocado Green review.
What’s In This Mattress Review?
This Metta Bed Mattress review is a 10-minute read.
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About Metta Bed
Metta Bed is an affiliate brand of OMI (Organic Mattresses, Inc), one of the biggest manufacturers of organic mattresses in the United States.
Their other organic mattress brands include REST, OrganicPedic Earth and OrganicPedic.
All OMI mattresses, including Metta Bed, are made in the United States.
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Social Impact
Metta Bed mattresses are very eco-friendly. The raw materials are sourced without damaging the environment, and the manufacturing process is environmentally-friendly as well.
The mattress contains no synthetic foams or chemicals commonly found in most foam mattresses. They are not just better for the environment; they are healthier too.
Also, the mattresses are manufactured in the United States, specifically in OMI’s California Eco-factory.
This provides quality local jobs and ensures high manufacturing standards.
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Purchase Process
Visit Metta Bed’s official website to order the mattress.
Take a moment to go through their 120-day comfort guarantee policy (they don’t have the usual return policy) and a 20-year warranty.
If you are okay with the fine print, go to the main product page for the Metta Bed mattress and select your preferred size. All the six standard sizes from twin to Cal King are available.
Unfortunately, they don’t offer a split option for the larger sizes so make sure the mattress will fit through your doorways.
But they make custom sizes. Just give them a call or send an email with your custom size specifications.
After choosing a size, select a comfort level. There are three of them to choose from: plush, medium and firm.
Then decide if you want to add any accessories to your order. Accessories include a wool comforter, luxury cotton sheets, and a spiraled wool pillow. All are certified organic.
Checkout and pay with your credit card or check whether you qualify for a Bread loan.
Your mattress will arrive in 7-10 business days.
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Price
You are not going to find any other natural, certified organic latex mattress for this price.
There are a few reasons why it’s much cheaper than other natural latex mattresses. I’ll explain them shortly. But overall, it’s still a great bargain. It’s a comfortable mattress for most people and is likely to last long.
Here is the full price list. Visit Metta Bed to see the latest prices as well as any current offers.
| Twin | $799 |
| Twin XL | $849 |
| Full | $1,099 |
| Queen | $1,199 |
| King | $1,499 |
| Cal King | $1,499 |
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120-Night Comfort Guarantee
Metta Bed doesn’t have a traditional return policy for its mattress.
Of course, you can demand a replacement if the mattress arrives damaged as is standard with any consumer product.
But once you start using the mattress, you technically cannot return it.
Instead, the company has something called a comfort guarantee. Here’s how it works.
When you buy the mattress, you have 120 nights to test it out and decide whether you like it.
If you do, well and good. You can keep it and enjoy an extended 20-year warranty.
If however, you feel that it’s too soft or too firm, you can ask the company to send you a replacement layer.
You then take off the top layer of the mattress and replace it with the softer or firmer one that you’ll be sent. Then send the unwanted layer back to them.
The whole process is entirely free. You will not be charged a dime for the new layer, whether in shipping or purchase costs. Even sending back the older one is free of charge (they’ll send you a prepaid freight label).
So buying the Metta Bed mattress is just as risk-free as purchase other online mattresses with traditional return policies.
20-Year Warranty
A 20-year warranty covers the Metta Bed mattress.
In the first ten years, the company will replace or repair the mattress at no cost to you should you make a warranty claim.
If you make a claim starting from the 11th year, they will only cover repair or replacement costs equal to 20% of the original purchase price. This percentage decreases by 2% every year after the 11th year.
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Shipping
Shipping is free within the continental United States.
At the moment, they do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii or any destination outside the US.
Because each mattress is made to order, it takes about four business days before it ships. You can expect your mattress to arrive in 7-10 business days starting from the order date.
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Delivery and Setup
There are two delivery options: curbside or white glove delivery.
With curbside, the mattress will be delivered only to your door or entrance, and then it’s up to you to take it in and set it up.
If you want help setting up the mattress, choose the white glove delivery option during checkout. A delivery fee will be calculated depending on your location.
For an extra fee, you can also request that your old mattress is taken away and disposed of.
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Foundation and Frame
What Type of Bed Frame/Support Does Metta Bed Require?
Any kind of sturdy bed frame will do as long as it is size-compatible with the mattress. If you use a slatted frame make sure the slats are no more than 3” apart.
Does the Metta Bed Mattress Work on an Adjustable Base?
Yes, it does. Just make sure it is sturdy and the same size as the mattress.
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Care and Cleaning
Is a Mattress Protector Needed for Metta Bed?
It’s not necessary but highly recommended. Stains and fluid damage can void the warranty or make you ineligible for the comfort guarantee policy.
Do You Need to Rotate the Metta Bed Mattress?
No, it’s not necessary.
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Aesthetics and Styling
The mattress has a simple toned-down design consisting of an all-white cover with some nice stitched patterns on top for the quilting.
At just 7” in thickness, it is rather thin and unimposing.
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Construction
The Metta Bed has a very simple construction. Only two layers of latex foam plus the quilted cover.
The firmness of the top comfort layer will depend on the firmness level you chose. It can be soft, medium firm or firm.
The second layer acts as the support base.
The two layers come to around 7” of thickness. This is quite thin compared to most online mattresses which are usually between 9” and 14” thick.
The fact it has only two layers and measures just 7” thick are two main reasons why it costs much less than other organic latex mattresses.
But they don’t compromise at all when it comes to the quality of materials.
The mattress is GREENGUARD Gold certified which means it has low emissions and VOCs. The cotton and wool are GOTS certified.
GOTS stands for Global Organic Textile Standard and is a certification given only to organic products.
So you can be sure that you are getting a 100% natural and organic mattress. No synthetic foams and no chemical fire retardants.
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Organic Cotton Cover
The Metta Bed mattress comes with a certified organic cotton cover. The cover is quilted with a natural wool filling to make it softer.
The wool also acts as a natural fire barrier, hence eliminating the need to use chemical fire retardants.
Stitching on the cover prevents the filling from shifting around with time.
The cotton feels soft and is highly breathable, which helps with cooling.
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Smell/Off-gassing
The off-gassing is very little compared to synthetic memory foam or latex mattresses. It’s just a mild smell that fades away quickly once you set up the mattress.
Remember that Metta Bed is certified organic, so the smell is free of pollutants, chemicals or VOCs. It is completely harmless.
If you find the smell uncomfortable, leave the mattress to air uncovered for a few hours before you sleep on it.
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Sleeping Experience
What does a 7” mattress feel like?
Well, it quite normal…unless you weight around 200lbs or more. I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone above 180lbs.
For an average weight person, the two thin layers are enough to support your body and provide good pressure relief. In fact, two adults can comfortably sleep in it.
Unlike memory foam, latex is much more resilient and responsive. It doesn’t bottom out as quickly. That’s why it feels firmer and bouncier than memory foam.
But for heavier sleepers, the thickness is not enough to provide the level of support and pressure relief you need. Consider other thicker natural latex mattresses.
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Firmness
As I mentioned, there are three firmness levels to choose from: plush, medium and firm.
For most people, plush is the best.
Latex foam is generally firmer than memory foam. So the plush level is the equivalent of a medium-firm memory foam mattress.
If you want something a bit firmer and more bouncy, try the common option. If you prefer sleeping on a firm mattress, go for the firm option.
Don’t worry about picking the wrong firmness level. Remember you have roughly four months to test the mattress and request for a softer or firmer layer if you find it necessary.
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Sinkage
Sinkage will depend on the comfort level. But it’s generally less compared to memory foam mattresses.
This is because latex is firmer and more responsive.
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Motion Transfer
There is very little motion transfer for couples sharing the bed.
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Hot/Cold Issues
This is a latex mattress meaning over-heating is virtually nonexistent. The latex foam is great at dissipating excess heat away from the mattress.
The cotton and wool cover also helps with heat dissipation as well as moisture wicking.
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Pros and Cons
Pros
- Affordable for a natural organic latex mattress.
- Three comfort options.
- White glove delivery available.
- Free shipping and extended warranty.
- No-risk comfort guarantee.
Cons
- Not ideal for heavier and plus-size persons.
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The Metta Bed Mattress is Perfect For You If…
- You’d love an organic latex mattress but don’t have the budget to buy an expensive one.
- You are looking for an affordable safe, healthy and chemical-free mattress for yourself or your kid.
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Conclusion
7” may not look like much but the Metta Bed mattress is quite comfortable. And there is no risk to buying it. If you think it is too firm, they’ll work with you to make it more comfortable.
If you’ve always wanted a natural organic latex mattress but thought they were too pricey, here’s your chance.
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