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Overview
One of the strongest contenders in Nolah’s line-up of mattresses, the Evolution is their first hybrid model and its persistent popularity highlights just how amazing customers find it to sleep on. Combining the best aspects of traditional innerspring models with the stand-out features seen in all-foam beds, Nolah’s Evolution brings together comfort and support in a way that leaves you drifting off peacefully and waking up refreshed.
When Nolah first hit the market with their flagship all-foam model, their secret ingredient to success was the unique, proprietary foam called AirFoam®. A direct competitor of the ever-common memory foam, AirFoam® is 300% more durable and provides 4x the pressure relief than even the highest-end memory foam can offer. Dissipating heat at a much faster rate as well, AirFoam® is not temperature sensitive so you get a cooler, better sleeper even on those hot, summer nights.
The use of AirFoam® continues throughout all of the models Nolah produces, and their Evolution is no exception. Featuring graphite-infused AirFoamICE™ partnered with patented HDMax™ support coils, the Evolution is an ultra-high-tech luxury hybrid mattress that continuously scores high in virtually all categories, especially responsiveness and comfort.Ideal for back, side, and combo sleepers alike, the middle-of-the-road firmness means the majority of people will find the Evolution suits their preferences and it is suitable for lightweight, average, and even heavier individuals. With its use of enhanced AirFoamICE™, as well as the breathable coils and ArcticTex™ cover, this is also a mattress that will be loved by anyone who tends to sleep hot.
Sizes & Pricing
Standing at 15” tall, the Evolution is the tallest model available from Nolah and this is due to the bottom layer of HDMax™ coils followed by the high-performance foams seen on top. Suitable to be used on any flat surface, you have the ability to make this mattress as tall or as short as you like as it can be combined with a box spring or left to its own devices atop a platform frame. Available in everything from a Twin to a Cali King, the Evolution follows standard sizing guidelines and you can use it with your current bedframe and sheets, or one of Nolah’s bases and bedding sets for a fully upgraded and luxurious sleep.
Pricing for the Evolution starts at only $999 which is below average for most hybrid mattresses. Typically ranging anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000+, even the Evolution Queen-size at $1,499 is a significant savings compared to other hybrid mattresses on the market. Combined with the fact that Nolah frequently runs sales and promotions, the Evolution is a great choice for anyone who wants all of the impressive features a hybrid offers, without the hefty price tag usually associated with them.
- Twin $999 USD
- Twin XL $1,099 USD
- Full $1,299 USD
- Queen $1,499 USD
- King $1,599 USD
- Cali King $1,599 USD
Every purchase does include a 120-night sleep trial period so that you can test the mattress out for yourself in the comfort of your own home. Free shipping and free returns are part of the package as well, and it is also backed by a lifetime warranty should you decide to keep your new mattress.
Construction
Like all Nolah mattresses, the Evolution relies heavily on the use of proprietary components to help distinguish it from competitor models. No standard memory foam or traditional innerspring coils here, each Evolution uses high-quality, high-tech materials which are then put together and built completely in the USA.
- Euro Top
Foam is notorious for sleeping hot, and very few sleepers enjoy the feeling of overheating and waking up with a sweaty back. The Evolution works to combat this by including a number of cooling materials, all of which begin with the high-performance cooling quilted Euro top. Featuring 2” of ArcticTex™, this layer helps draw heat away from the body so you get a cool, comfortable sleep every night of the year.
- Comfort Layer
Crafted from 2” of graphite-infused AirFoamICE™, the comfort foam layer on the Evolution continues to assist with the cooling process by further drawing away heat and redistributing it so you never notice it. This layer not only does a superb job of keeping you cool at night, but it is plush enough that you will also enjoy superior pressure relief and heavenly comfort.
- Transition Layer
An additional 2” of high-resilience foam makes up the transition layer, which is strong and durable enough to keep you supported and comfortable long-term. Designed to be extra responsive, this is also a key layer for anyone who switches positions throughout the night as it will give them that added bounce and prevent you from feeling like you’re sinking into your mattress while you sleep.
- Support Layer
Bringing in 8” of patented HDMax™ Eco Support coils, the Evolution creates tri-zoned support so that you get a firmer feel in the middle to help with spinal alignment, while at the same time enjoying a softer feel near the shoulders and legs for increased comfort. Offering 25% more support than traditional innersprings, these coils are also wrapped in EdgeTech™ support foam to increase edge support and add structural integrity to the overall design.
- Base Layer
Finishing off the Evolution is a 1” layer of high-density orthopedic support foam that helps to stabilize all of the above layers and ensure that your new mattress lasts you for years to come.
Rating
The Nolah Evolution is a standout hybrid mattress that works well for the majority of sleepers. Ideal for both back and side sleepers alike, it offers a good amount of support while also remaining soft enough that it provides more than enough pressure relief and support throughout the night. While any type of sleeper can enjoy the Nolah, those who exclusively sleep on their stomach may find it a bit too soft, especially if they are heavier and thus require a firmer model to properly support them. With that said, the vast majority of customers who purchase the Evolution are extremely satisfied and it remains Nolah’s most popular model to date.
- Firmness
5.5 out of 10
A true medium on the firmness scale, the Nolah Evolution seeks to cater to the majority of sleepers and this is great for both back and side sleepers. The quilted Euro top and subsequent AirFoamICE™ allow the mattress to contour to the shape of your body while also being responsive and supportive thanks to the transition layer, coils, and high-density base foam.
- Temperature
5 out of 5
The Nolah Evolution truly stands out when it comes to its cooling properties and every layer is specially designed to enhance breathability, reduce heat retention, and draw excess heat away from your body. Even couples who tend to overheat quicker due to the dual body heat generated find that the Evolution allows them to sleep comfortably and cooler than other mattresses.
- Pressure Relief
4.5 out of 5
Those who weigh under 230 lbs should find that the Evolution has superior pressure-relieving properties and the tri-zoned support created by the coil layer does a good job of promoting proper spinal alignment while also creating a bit of sinkage in the leg and shoulder areas. The medium firmness makes this an ideal choice for side and back sleepers, while stomach sleepers, as well as those over 230 lbs, may find it doesn’t give them the necessary support to properly relieve pressure in key areas.
- Motion Isolation
4 out of 5
Innerspring mattresses have the unfortunate downside of being more bouncy and responsive than all-foam models. This usually means bed partners can feel all of the tossing and turning throughout the night, interrupting their sleep and leaving them feeling exhausted the next morning. Thankfully, the Evolution combats this with their use of multiple foam layers as well as individually wrapped coils that reduce motion transfer significantly. Couples should have no issues sleeping on the Nolah Evolution, and it is a great choice both for its lack of motion transfer as well as its enhanced edge support and cooling properties.
User Reviews
One look at the Nolah website and it’s easy to see that the Evolution is their most popular, top-performing model. Featuring a rating of 4.9 stars out of 5, virtually every customer who has left feedback talks about how comfortable, supportive, and cooling this mattress truly is. Preferred by 83% of all customers, this affordably priced hybrid model is a great choice for anyone who is looking for a more luxurious, high-performing mattress that will give them a better sleep night after night.
Not only is the Evolution highly rated by customers, but its award-winning design is also praised by professionals and sleep experts alike. Voted the #1 Side Sleeper Mattress of 2020, and praised by Forbes as ideal for spinal alignment, it is easy to see why so many people are choosing the Nolah Evolution as their next bedroom upgrade.
