Our original Douglas foam mattress had a soft initial contour with a quicker recovery than slow memory foam. It isolated motion well in our test, and we particularly liked the pressure relief for side sleeping. These findings apply to the earlier Canadian model; Douglas now sells a wider range of foam and hybrid mattresses.
What we found in the original test
The top layer conformed readily, while the next layer gave the surface a more responsive feel. In our original evaluation, the mattress cushioned the shoulder and hip without the deeply slow sensation associated with some memory foams. It also contained movement well when compared with a bouncier sleep surface.
We used a 14-pound bowling ball to illustrate how the surface compresses. That visual shows one type of load; it cannot predict how every person will feel on the mattress. Our observations are about the tested sample, not a new test of every current Douglas model.
The reviewed construction
The earlier Douglas was a Canadian-market all-foam mattress with three layers: a gel-infused comfort foam, a more responsive transition foam and a dense foam support base. The original review described Canadian-sourced foams and fabrics. Materials, covers and dimensions can change, so refer to the exact current model before ordering.
Original photos and videos
Watch our original Douglas mattress review
This 2018 review shows the earlier Canadian foam model; current models may differ.
More original test videos
These are Yawnder’s original videos of the product reviewed at the time. Current models may differ.
Douglas models sold today
Douglas currently lists Original, Alpine and Summit in both foam and hybrid versions, plus RV sizes. Its Canadian lineup gives model-specific information. The following is a manufacturer-described comparison, not a head-to-head test by Yawnder.
| Current range | What to check |
|---|---|
| Original foam | Douglas’s entry foam model; check its current height and specifications. |
| Alpine / Summit foam | Additional or deeper foam layers and different covers; compare price and dimensions. |
| Hybrid versions | Foam combined with pocketed coils; do not assume they feel like our earlier all-foam sample. |
Check availability, Canadian shipping restrictions, current price, trial and warranty with Douglas. Terms can change and may differ by location or seller.
Who should consider it?
Canadian shoppers seeking foam contouring, especially side sleepers who like a softer initial feel.
You prefer a firmer surface, coil bounce, a different delivery market or a model with an in-person trial.
Comfort depends on body size and sleeping position. Browse our mattress reviews for other constructions.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a test of the current Douglas Alpine or Summit?
No. The original test predates those current model comparisons.
Did the tested mattress have coils?
No. Our sample used an all-foam construction. Douglas now also lists hybrids.
Does the bowling-ball test prove pressure relief for everyone?
No. It illustrates the surface under one load, while comfort varies by sleeper.
Is Douglas sold in the United States?
Our reviewed model was aimed at Canada. Confirm current delivery areas directly with the manufacturer.
Compare this mattress against 142 tested mattresses
Sort all 142 mattresses we have tested by pressure relief, support, cooling, motion isolation, edge support, price, trial and warranty, then filter by how you actually sleep. Of those, 84 hold a complete standardized record and 41 a partial standardized record.