isense Mattress Review

Product Description

iSense occupies a unique place in the world of the mattress with two adjustable firmness mattresses: Refresh-Energex Foam and Revive-Hybrid Premier. While the first variant has an all-foam built with 11 inches of thickness, the latter is a hybrid offering with 13.5 inches thickness. The brand designs its mattresses, especially for couples or those who wish to share the bed. Both the “dual comfort” mattresses feature the revolutionary Comfort Control Technology that gives you an option of firmness customization on both sides of the bed as per you and your partner’s needs. The firmness is adjusted with the help of remote control, Twin XL being the exception as it is for single use. The Kingsize of the Refresh-Energex Foam mattress comes in two variations: Standard and Split, while the Kingsize Revive-Hybrid Premier mattress comes in three variations: Standard, Split, and FlexHead. All iSense foams are CertiPUR-certified.

The Standard Refresh-Energex foam is an all-foam offering by iSense. It is 11 inches thick and comprises several layers to offer you support and comfort. It features the Energex Foam layer for superior pressure relief and breathability. Each Refresh iSense mattress comes with two free queen-sized Smart adjustable pillows. Pillows are embedded with biometric sensors to track sleep performance to help achieve restful sleep.

In this article, we will review the Refresh Energex Foam in detail. The review below highlights the key attributes, features, and pros/cons of the mattress.

• Material: The iSense Refresh is an all-foam mattress. The mattress cover is soft and breathable.
• Sizes: The Refresh Energex Foam is available in: Twin XL, Queen, California King, and King.
• Shipping & Delivery: Free shipping and delivery offered.
• Trial & Return: 180 nights risk-free trial period. Free returns are available
• Warranty: The Refresh Energex Foam offers a 10-year limited warranty

Pros & Cons

The mattress is recommended for sleepers, who

• Prefer an adjustable mattress
• Share bed with their partners
• Are looking for great edge support
• Want good temperature regulation

Not so ideal for sleepers, who

• Enjoy the feel of memory foam
• Want a budget-friendly mattress

Firmness

Firmness is very subjective. It defines how soft or hard a mattress can be. The same bed may be soft to some and firm to others. It depends not only on personal choice but also on body weight and body type. Whether a mattress is soft or firm, it should be such that it supports body weight, promote healthy spine alignment, and ensure comfortable and restful sleeping.

The iSense Refresh is a mattress with adjustable firmness that delivers the right amount of support and alleviates the most problematic pressure areas. It is rated between medium-firm to extra-firm in the firmness scale. The two sides of the mattress offer different firmness levels, adjusting to each partner’s preference. The micro air chambers change the firmness of the mattress. The firmness can be adjusted via remote control or mobile application; thus, each partner can have exclusive control of their comfort. The adjustable firmness of the mattress makes it recommendable for all sleeper types.

Material & Construction

The iSense Refresh Energex Foam is an all-foam mattress. The top layer is Energex foam that contours the body and relieves pressure from the hips, shoulders, and other pressure points, while the bottom layer is high-density support foam with air chambers that help adjust the firmness of the mattress. The mattress is enclosed in a soft and breathable cover.

The different layers in the mattress are detailed below:

• Layer 1: The top layer is made up of luxurious high-loft fabric designed with spandex. It quickly conforms to your body and gives you comfort.
• Layer 2: Beneath the top layer is the 2 inches thick pressure-relieving foam layer made up of Energex Foam.
• Layer 3: This is the 5.5 inches thick Energex Foam layer featuring 14 small air cylinders that provide individuals to adjust comfort levels on either side of the mattress without disturbing their partners. The mattress can be made firmer by filling the air chambers. When air is removed from the chambers, the mattress turns softer.
• Layer 4: The bottom layer is the high resilient 3 inches thick foam core surrounded by a strong edge support system that prevents the mattress from sagging near the sides.

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Repositioning

Repositioning describes the ability to change positions easily while sleeping. The Energex foam used in the mattress construction makes it responsive and bouncy, thus making it a great bed for sex. Changing positions while sleeping is easy on the Refresh. The Energex foam also allows the bed to stay cool and offers great edge support.

Comfort, Back Support, Pressure Relief

Buying a mattress is difficult as there is a wide variety available in the market. The right mattress will help you have a good night’s sleep and give you relief from pain upon waking up in the morning. So, pain relief is an important feature that most people look for while buying a mattress. Back pain can be relieved only when the spine is relaxed.

The Refresh-Energex Foam Standard mattress is excellent in offering comfort and pressure relief. The adjustable firmness feature makes this mattress one of the most versatile options for almost all kinds of sleepers. Those who prefer a firmer feel of their mattress may customize the firmness level by allowing more air into the chambers, and vice versa for those who love the plush feel of their bed. The 2 inches thick Energex Foam layer relieves pressure buildup in the body and enables you to sleep comfortably. The support layer promotes spine alignment.

The suitability of the mattress for different sleeping positions is detailed below:

• Back sleepers: Back sleepers need support under their spine and neck to sleep correctly. The iSense Refresh can be adjusted between medium to firm for back sleepers weighing up to 130 pounds. Sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds can adjust the firmness more, filling more air into the chambers.
• Side Sleepers: Side sleepers put the majority of their weights on their hips and shoulders. Thus, pressure relief and body contouring are the two essential features they look for while buying a mattress. The Refresh’s Comfort Control Technology design makes it suitable for side sleepers across all weight groups. Light and average weight can sleep on the soft side, while the heavyweight up to 230 pounds can comfortably sleep on the firm side.
• Stomach sleepers: Stomach sleepers need a firm mattress that would enable them to keep their hips elevated to prevent sinkage. So lightweight stomach sleepers can adjust the firmness to medium-firm, whereas sleepers up to 230 pounds or more can make the bed firmer as per their comfort.
• Heavy sleepers: Heavy sleepers need a firm mattress for restful sleep. The Refresh being an adjustable mattress, heavyweight individuals can choose and adjust the firmness according to their body type and preference.

Cooling & Temperature Control

The most critical condition determining the quality and duration of the body’s recovery during sleep is a considerable decrease in the core body temperature. The Refresh Energex Foam does not retain heat. It is designed to dissipate heat and regulate temperature, unlike many memory foam mattresses that absorb body heat. The Refresh allows better airflow and is breathable due to the top cover that allows wicking of body heat rather than absorbing into the mattress. This feature helps to sleep cool at night, preventing sweat and overheating, thus sleeping comfortably.

Motion Isolation and Sharing a Bed

Motion isolation describes if movement made across one side of the mattress is felt elsewhere on the mattress or not. Mattress with good motion isolation will help to neutralize activity made on one side of the bed, thus assisting partners in sleeping peacefully.

As the Standard Refresh-Energex Foam is an all-foam mattress, it absorbs motion transfer quite well. A softer setup would absorb more motion than a firmer setup, as the firmer setting would make the mattress slightly more responsive. Thus, you shall experience disturbance-free sleep without feeling any vibration when your partner moves.

Edge Support

Edge support defines the support that a mattress can offer around its edges. The edge support helps in stabilizing the perimeter of the mattress. It is an important consideration for couples sharing their bed with partners, as poor performance may disturb their partners while getting in and out of bed, and limit using the full bed for sleeping together and while having sex.

Most of the memory foam mattresses do not offer good edge support as the foams compress when weight is put on them. The iSense Refresh, though is an all-foam mattress, averts this problem. The mattress features specially designed foam layers along the perimeter of the mattress to prevent the edges from sagging, thus offering great edge support. Therefore, you shall feel secure while sitting or lying near the edges. The mattress is compatible with adjustable bases.

Recommendation based on sleeping style

Sleeping peacefully at night is as essential as eating good and nutritious food. Sleeping peacefully helps in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Each one of us sleeps differently, and our needs for comfort and support are also very different and unique. The U.S. Center for Disease Control claims that 1 out of 3 people has insomnia leading to various health problems.

Below is a detailed description of how Refresh Energex Foam is a good fit for different sleep positions.

• Side Sleepers: Side sleepers prefer a softer mattress that allows their hips and shoulders to sink in just the right amount, thereby reducing pressure buildup. With Revolutionary Comfort Control Technology, you can adjust the firmness of your Standard Refresh-Energex Foam mattress. Side sleepers may adjust the firmness between soft to medium-firm as per their body weight for maximum comfort. Sleepers below 130 pounds will find the softer side comforting enough. Average and heavy sleepers weighing between 130-230 pounds and above may adjust the firmness level to medium for a comfortable sleep.
• Back Sleepers: Back sleepers can adjust the firmness between medium and firm as per their body weight to get sufficient support and cushioning from the mattress. Light to average weight back sleepers up to 130 pounds shall find the medium level of firmness comforting enough. Those weighing up to 230 pounds and above may adjust the firmness to a higher level to get the right amount of support and comfort.
• Stomach Sleepers: Stability and support are essential for stomach sleepers not to cause back or hip pain. Stomach sleepers require more support near their abdomen for better spine alignment. Therefore, a firmer mattress suits them the best. Lightweight sleepers weighing up to 130 pounds may set the firmness to a medium level for more comfort. Those weighing up to 230 pounds and above shall find more comfort from a higher firmness level.
• Combination Sleepers-Those who alternate between various positions: Combination sleepers tend to change positions while sleeping. An adjustable mattress can be great for combination sleepers. Combination sleepers can change the mattress firmness of the iSense Refresh for ultimate comfort and peaceful sleep.

Product Description

The Revive from the iSense lineup is a 13.5 inches Premium hybrid mattress combined with innovative technology and premium quality materials. A subsidiary of Advanced Sleep Technology, the iSense is the first and only adjustable mattress with the leverage of proprietary Energex foam and innerspring materials. Like the Refresh Energex, the Revive Hybrid features Revolutionary Comfort Control Technology that allows both partners to modify the firmness on their side of the bed independently, without disturbing one another. The Revive also features pocketed coils, premium Graphite infused foam layers for more cooling, and a luxurious high loft fabric cover made of spandex that gives ultimate comfort and conforms to the body, thus increasing the anatomical features of the mattress.

The Revive Hybrid Premier is available in three variations, namely Standard, Split, and FlexHead. The Spilt is two mattresses in one. The bed is split in the middle, and sleepers can adjust the firmness on one side without disturbing their sleeping partner on the other side. The FlexHead, on the other hand, has a divided upper section, and each side has separate controls for raising and lowering the head.

The iSense Revive, like the Refresh, is also CertiPUR-US certified, which implies that the mattress does not contain any harmful chemicals. Each Revive iSense mattress comes with two free queen-sized smart adjustable pillows. Pillows are embedded with biometric sensors to track sleep performance to help achieve restful sleep.

In this article, we will review the Revive Hybrid Premier in detail. The review below highlights the key attributes, features, and pros/cons of the mattress.

• Material: The iSense Revive is a hybrid mattress that uses Premium Graphite Energex cooling foam, pocketed coils, and superior edge foam for its construction. The mattress cover is made of advanced fabric containing thermo-reactive minerals, ensuring cooling comfort and breathability.
• Sizes: The Revive Hybrid Premier – Standard is available in Twin XL, Queen, California King, and King, whereas the FlexHead is available in King and Cal size, and the Split is only available in King size.
• Shipping & Delivery: Free shipping and delivery offered.
• Trial & Return: 180 nights risk-free trial period. Free returns are available
• Warranty: The Revive Hybrid Premier offers a 10-year limited warranty

Pros & Cons

The mattress is recommended for sleepers, who

• Prefer an adjustable mattress
• Share bed with their partners
• Look for great edge support
• Want good temperature regulation

Not so ideal for sleepers, who

• Enjoy the feel of memory foam
• Want a budget-friendly mattress

Firmness

Firmness is very subjective. It defines how soft or hard a mattress can be. The same bed may be soft to some and firm to others. It depends not only on personal choice but also on body weight and body type. Whether a mattress is soft or firm, it should be such that it supports body weight, promote healthy spine alignment, and ensure comfortable and restful sleeping.

The iSense Revive is a mattress with adjustable firmness that delivers the right support and alleviates the most problematic pressure areas. It is rated between medium-firm to extra-firm in the firmness scale. The two sides of the mattress in the Standard variant offer different firmness levels, adjusting to each partner’s preference. The Split further gives you the flexibility to adjust the firmness only on your side, thus leaving your partner undisturbed, while the FlexHead gives you the freedom to adjust your head as per your need to achieve maximum comfort. The micro air chambers in the mattress change the firmness of the mattress. The firmness can be adjusted via remote control or mobile application; thus, each partner can have exclusive control of their comfort. The adjustable firmness of the mattress makes it recommendable for all sleeper types.

Material & Construction

The iSense Revive Hybrid Premier is a hybrid mattress that combines premium pocketed coils with cooling Graphite Infused Energex foam. Patented Comfort Control Technology offers customized comfort and support. The mattress has four layers, with the top layer being the mattress cover that is luxurious and made of very soft fabric that easily conforms with your body.

The different layers in the mattress are detailed below:

• Layer 1: The top layer is made up of luxurious high-loft fabric designed with spandex. It quickly conforms to your body and gives you comfort.
• Layer 2: Beneath the top layer is the 2 inches thick pressure-relieving open-cell, breathable foam layer made up of Graphite infused Energex Foam. The foam undergoes AquaCool treatment that increases cooling and aids in temperature regulation.
• Layer 3: The 5.5 inches thick Energex Foam layer features 14 small air cylinders. With the help of remote control or mobile app, individuals can adjust comfort levels on either side of the mattress without disturbing their partners. The mattress can be made firmer by filling the air chambers. When air is removed from the chambers, the mattress turns softer.
• Layer 4: The bottom layer is 4 inches thick foam layer core, featuring encased pocketed spring coils that aid in bounce and support the mattress. It is surrounded by a strong edge support system to prevent the mattress from sagging near the sides.

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Repositioning

Repositioning describes the ability to change positions easily while sleeping. The Energex foam and pocketed coils used in the mattress construction make the Revive Hybrid responsive and bouncy. Changing positions while sleeping is easy on Revive, especially on the Split variant, as there is absolutely no motion transfer. With the bed being split in the middle, in the Split variant, you will not feel any vibration at all due to your partner’s movements.

Comfort, Back Support, Pressure Relief

Buying a mattress is difficult as there is a wide variety available in the market. The right mattress will help you have a good night’s sleep and give you relief from pain upon waking up in the morning. So, pain relief is an important feature that most people look for while buying a mattress. Back pain can be relieved only when the spine is relaxed.

The Standard and Split Revive Hybrid Premier mattress offer a magnificent blend of support and comfort provided by the foam layers and pocketed coils. The Revolutionary Comfort Control Technology allows you to adjust the firmness as per your comfort level and changing sleeping needs. The Graphite infused Energex Foam layer contours the body and provides pressure relief. The coil layers give you sufficient support, which keeps the spine alignment perfect. The pocketed coils also help to distribute your body weight evenly, thus preventing the buildup of pressure points and lower back pain. The head of the bed of FlexHead, in addition, is flexible; therefore, you can customize your head and position as per your need. Thus, Comfort Control Technology makes the mattress suitable for sleeping in different positions.

The suitability of the mattress for different sleeping positions is detailed below:

• Back sleepers: Back sleepers need support under their spine and neck to sleep correctly. The iSense Revive can be adjusted between medium to firm for back sleepers weighing up to 130 pounds. Sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds can adjust the firmness more, filling more air into the chambers.
• Side Sleepers: Side sleepers put the majority of their weights on their hips and shoulders. Thus, pressure relief and body contouring are the two essential features they look for while buying a mattress. Revive’s Comfort Control Technology design makes it suitable for side sleepers across all weight groups. Light and average weight can sleep on the soft side, while the heavyweight up to 230 pounds can comfortably sleep on the firm side.
• Stomach sleepers: Stomach sleepers need a firm mattress that would enable them to keep their hips elevated to prevent sinkage. So lightweight stomach sleepers can adjust the firmness to medium-firm, whereas sleepers up to 230 pounds or more can make the bed firmer as per their comfort.
• Heavy sleepers: Heavy sleepers need a firm mattress for restful sleep. The Revive Hybrid is an adjustable mattress; heavyweight individuals can choose and adjust the firmness according to their body type and preference. The Split variant is advantageous as it gives you the freedom to only change the firmness of your side as per your requirement without explicitly disturbing your partner.

Cooling & Temperature Control

The most critical condition determining the quality and duration of the body’s recovery during sleep is a considerable decrease in the core body temperature. The Revive Hybrid Premier does not retain heat. It is designed to dissipate heat and regulate temperature. The Revive allows better airflow and is breathable as the top cover provides wicking of body heat rather than absorbing into the mattress. This feature helps sleep cool at night, preventing sweat and overheating, thus sleeping comfortably.

Motion Isolation and Sharing a Bed

Motion isolation describes if movement made across one side of the mattress is felt elsewhere on the mattress or not. Mattress with good motion isolation will help to neutralize activity made on one side of the bed, thus assisting partners in sleeping peacefully.

iSense mattresses are designed especially for couples and those who share their bed with partners. The Revive scores are very high in motion isolation. The potential to adjust the firmness of the mattress in all the three variants of Standard, Split, and FlexHead makes the mattress customizable. Compared to a firmer setup, the softer design can absorb more motion, as the firmer structure is a bit more responsive to movement, thus less effective in absorbing vibrations due to movement. The foam and pocketed layers provide superior support and absorb motion significantly, preventing vibrations from transferring to the other side of the bed. In the Split variant, motion transfer is absolutely nil. Thus, you shall experience disturbance-free sleep without feeling any vibration when your partner moves. In FlexHead, you can adjust your head the way you want to sleep comfortably.

Edge Support

Edge support defines the support that a mattress can offer around its edges. The edge support helps in stabilizing the perimeter of the mattress. It is an essential consideration for couples sharing their bed with partners, as poor performance may disturb their partners while getting in and out of bed, and limit using the full bed for sleeping together and while having sex.

The Revive Hybrid Premier offers superior edge support due to the foam-encased pocketed coils. The coils also add to the long-lasting durability of the mattress. The sturdy edges prevent the mattress from sagging while lying or sitting near the edges. Couples can use the entire surface as they will not fear falling from the bed while sleeping near the edges. Strong edges also allow couples to enjoy sex as they will never feel trapped in the bed.

Recommendation based on sleeping style

Sleeping peacefully at night is as essential as eating good and nutritious food. Sleeping peacefully helps in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Each one of us sleeps differently, and our needs for comfort and support are also very different and unique. The U.S. Center for Disease Control claims that 1 out of 3 people has insomnia leading to various health problems. The Revive Hybrid with all its variants makes it a highly recommendable mattress for multiple sleepers.

Below is a detailed description of how Revive Hybrid Premier is a good fit for different sleep positions.

• Side Sleepers: Side sleepers prefer a softer mattress that allows their hips and shoulders to sink in just the right amount, reducing pressure buildup. With Revolutionary Comfort Control Technology, you can adjust the firmness of your Revive-Hybrid Premier mattress. Side sleepers may adjust the firmness between soft to medium-firm as per their body weight for maximum comfort. Sleepers below 130 pounds will find the softer side comforting enough. Average and heavy sleepers weighing between 130-230 pounds and above may adjust the firmness level to medium for a comfortable sleep. In addition, the Split gives you the option to sleep comfortably on your side without bothering your partner, while the FlexHead gives you the flexibility to adjust your head as per your need and comfort.
• Back Sleepers: Back sleepers can adjust the firmness between medium and firm as per their body weight to get sufficient support and cushioning from the mattress. Light to average weight back sleepers up to 130 pounds shall find the medium level of firmness comforting enough. Those weighing up to 230 pounds and above may adjust the firmness to a higher level to get the proper support and comfort. With all three variants of the Revive Hybrid, the mattress is a good choice for back sleepers.
• Stomach Sleepers: Stability and support are essential for stomach sleepers not to cause back or hip pain. Stomach sleepers require more support near their abdomen for better spine alignment. Therefore, a firmer mattress suits them the best. Lightweight sleepers weighing up to 130 pounds may set the firmness to a medium level for more comfort. Those weighing up to 230 pounds and above shall find more comfort from a higher firmness level.
• Combination Sleepers-Those who alternate between various positions: Combination sleepers tend to change positions while sleeping. An adjustable mattress can be great for combination sleepers. Combination sleepers can change the mattress firmness of the iSense Revive Hybrid for ultimate comfort and peaceful sleep. The Split gives you the flexibility to adjust firmness only on your side, and FlexHead offers flexibility to lift your head as per your comfort level for a better night’s sleep.