Juno Mattress Review

A Budget Mattress with Surprisingly Solid Performance

Sometimes, a budget mattress is exactly what you need. If you often purchase cheaper mattresses, you may have noticed that they perform poorly, break down over time, and never offer the right level of support that you need. In our Juno mattress review, we’ll look at how this mattress is the exception.

This mattress may come at a lower price point, but it offers high-quality materials and better performance than you might find in similar mattresses. While the Juno does face some challenges, this all-foam option offers surprisingly good performance when compared with other mattresses in its weight class.

Our Methodology

Before we rank each of the mattresses we review, we take a look at features that Canadians value above all others. We look at how each mattress feels, how it will perform for different sleepers, and what it is made of. We look at cooling properties for hot sleepers, motion isolation for couples, and edge support for those mornings when you need an extra minute to wake up. 

We approach testing with a blend of different methods. We use simulation testing with special equipment, such as weighted balls, to determine how much motion is transferred from one end of the mattress to the other. Our testing team performs more practical testing, with immediate feedback for the actual performance of the mattress. Then our testers use the mattress as their regular sleeping surface for some time to determine how it will work in your home. All of the results, feedback, and scores we receive are factored into our ranking and scoring processes. 

Mattress Details

Juno’s all-foam mattress starts at $399, which makes it one of the least expensive bed in a box mattresses on the Canadian market. It’s difficult to find a mattress at this price point with as many features as the Juno. Still, you can purchase an additional upgraded cover for around $79. This upgrade significantly increases the mattress’s cooling capabilities, reducing the discomfort that may arise from the build-up of heat within the mattress.

Two layers of foam within the mattress promote great pressure relief, which is surprising considering that it is only 8” thick. Still, most Canadians will be comfortable on this mattress. It also offers passable temperature control and responsiveness, features that Canadians find to be important. 

• Price: $399 to $898
• Firmness: Medium Firm
• Type: All Foam: 
• Shipping Cost: Free 
• Warranty: 15 Years 
• Sleep Trial: 120 Nights

The Juno Mattress is great for:

• Canadians on a tight budget
• Those who need pressure relief
• Lightweight and average Canadians
• Those who prefer a smaller mattress profile
• Canadians who sleep warm
• Those who need to move around more throughout the night

Skip the Juno Mattress if you:

• Need better motion isolation
• Prefer a mattress with a bit of feedback
• Want a longer sleep trial to try the mattress out

Juno Mattress Prices and Sizes

The Juno mattress is extremely affordable, making it the ideal option for those who need a larger mattress on a strict budget. The Queen-sized Juno is only $499, which is one of the most impressive price points we’ve seen among bed-in-a-box mattresses. Juno is made with two layers of high-quality materials, and a cooling upgrade can be purchased for an additional $79. 

Juno is surprisingly cool and comfortable, with better pressure relief than many mattresses with thicker comfort layers. It also provides good ease of movement, which means that it’s easy to stay elevated out of the mattress. The standard 120-night sleep trial is more than long enough to try it. If it doesn’t work for you, the returns process is simple.

Juno is available in all six standard mattress sizes, as well as Split King. Split King is a larger size that is made for split adjustable beds. This option uses two Twin XL mattresses so that each side of the adjustable bed can move independently. 

Mattress Construction

Juno is a slim 8” mattress that uses two foam layers to create its unique feel. You can purchase an upgraded cover for an additional charge, which will change the materials and features found in the cover of the mattress.

• The Cover: There are two different covers available for the Juno mattress. The original mattress is made with a durable knit material, which is soft and comfortable but not very breathable. The upgraded Cool+ cover is more plush and breathable, circulating air to reduce discomfort at the surface of the mattress. 
• The 1st Layer: The top layer here is 2” of full-body cooling gel foam. This gel memory foam isolates heat, moving it away from you to help you sleep more comfortably even if you usually sleep warm. The cushioned surface contours to your body to reduce pressure, keeping you aligned and well-supported throughout the night. 
• The 2nd Layer: The base layer of the mattress is a robust support foam. Six total inches of support helps eliminate motion transfer, promote better alignment and balancing, and reduce discomfort for most sleeping positions.

Though the Juno uses one of the smallest construction profiles on the Canadian market, it uses these materials to its advantage. Together, they help create a mattress that our testers found comfortable despite their initial thoughts on the size and possible performance of the mattress.

Mattress Performance Test Results

We put the Juno mattress through the same testing gauntlet as the rest of the mattresses we recommend. We used a series of practical tests using our team of testers, simulation tests using our state-of-the-art equipment, and received feedback from testing teams over time. Heading into these tests, we thought that the Juno might not perform as well as we’d hoped. 

But this mattress honestly surprised us. Here are some of our thoughts on the major performance features Canadians care about. 

Temperature Control (8.9/10)

Temperature control is one of the major features that Canadians need in their mattresses. Our goal with our rating system is to represent how well the mattress will keep you cool as you sleep. We track the core temperature of the mattress over time and note how quickly heat is removed from the core of the mattress during use. We consider the materials used and feedback from our testers, too. Warm sleepers may like a mattress rated at a 6 or 7 here, but those who sleep hot will need a mattress rated at least an 8. 

Between the upgraded cooling cover and the top layer of cooling gel foam, the Juno mattress performs surprisingly well when it comes to cooling. The mattress isn’t very breathable, but both of these layers put in the work to make sure that your mattress doesn’t stay hot for long. Heat dissipates quickly, and our heat maps showed reduced build-up over time in the core of the mattress. Similarly, our testers stated that they rarely felt too hot, and they were able to sleep comfortably without overheating.

Motion Isolation (8.0/10)

Motion isolation is a key issue for many Canadians, especially those who share a bed with a restless partner. To test how well a mattress isolates motion, we use weighted ball drop tests as well as teams of testers. We measured how much vibration or shaking was felt on the other side of the bed after different types of movement to gauge how well the mattress absorbed motion. A rating of at least a 7 is necessary for those who often wake up to their partner’s tossing and turning. A higher score for motion isolation is better.

The Juno Mattress doesn’t offer great motion isolation. While it performs better than some hybrid mattresses on the Canadian market, it’s still lacking the motion isolation that couples need. The core of the mattress features a comfortable, supportive base, but the thin comfort layer can only do so much to stop motion from transferring to the other side of the bed.

Edge Support (7.0/10)

Edge support can make or break a mattress, but that may surprise you. Not everyone needs strong edge support, but it can make all the difference for those who do. If you sleep near the edge of the mattress, edge support can keep you from sinking or sliding off the edge. We test edge support by applying pressure to the edges at different weights to determine how much the mattress sinks. A score of at least 7 is essential for those who sit or sleep near the edge of the bed.

The Juno mattress is an all-foam mattress. Usually, all-foam mattresses are notoriously uncomfortable at the edges. After a certain point, support from the foam tends to disappear. This is true of the Juno as well. Though it performs a bit better than most all-foam mattresses, it still won’t be enough for those who need to stay supported at the edge of the mattress. 

Firmness and Feel of the Juno Mattress

We rate firmness for each mattress we test. While the manufacturer’s advertised firmness level plays a part in our rating, we always perform our own testing to make sure that the rating is accurate. We rank each mattress on a scale of 1 to 10. A mattress rated at 1 would be extremely soft, while a mattress rated at 10 would be extremely firm. Neither is extremely comfortable. 

The Juno mattress is medium firm, with a rating of about 6.5 out of 10. This is about the average rating you can expect from an all-foam mattress in Canada. It is suited for most sleeping positions, and most sleepers can find some comfort on this mattress. 

The Juno lacks a bit of lumbar support, which some Canadians need to feel comfortable. This mattress offers full-body balance but may lack a bit of the support that heavier sleepers need to get comfortable. The foam contours to you well, but doesn’t offer any pushback in the form of additional pressure.

Considering how this mattress was constructed, we were surprised at how it felt. The firmness was in a good range for most of our testers, and they almost universally praised its pressure relief.

Performance for Different Weights and Sleeping Preferences

Mattresses feel different based on your sleeping position, preferences, and body type. One mattress won’t feel the same for everyone, so we need to test each mattress with a diverse team of testers. Here’s how our testers found the mattress.

Weight Considerations

According to the Canadian mattress industry, sleepers weighing less than 130 pounds are classified as ‘lightweight’. Those weighing over 230 pounds are heavier sleepers, and those in between are ‘average’. It’s important to know this because a lot of the terminology used in this space uses these classifications. For the sake of simplicity, we do as well. 

As we tested the Juno, we noted that our heavier testers didn’t feel as comfortable. Of course, the thin comfort layer reduced how much pressure relief they ultimately got from the mattress, which resulted in more strain on their bodies. Average and lightweight side sleepers were fine, but stomach sleepers needed more support and back sleepers needed a plush surface. 

Sleeping Positions

Aside from your body type, how you sleep can have a huge impact on how a mattress feels for you. Different sleeping positions have different needs, so it was important to get to the bottom of how this mattress worked for various sleepers. Here are our results.

• Side Sleepers. The Juno mattress offers great contouring and pressure relief, which makes it good for side sleepers. These are some of the most important factors that side sleepers should consider. However, there is a caveat here. Light and average sleepers appeared to have no issues at all. Heavier side sleepers, on the other hand, got a lot of pushback from the mattress.
• Back Sleepers. Back sleepers need more contouring than other sleepers, and may need stronger support as well. In both areas, the Juno mattress was just okay. It didn’t align the spine enough to be considered comfortable for some sleepers, but only for those who had existing lumbar issues.
• Stomach Sleepers. Stomach sleepers often need a plush surface and strong support. The Juno delivered both, with enough support to reduce strain. Some stomach sleepers may need a more supportive core, but most will be fine with this mattress.
• Combination Sleepers. Combination sleepers require better response and ease of movement from their mattresses. They switch positions often to stay comfortable, so they need a mattress that adapts to all sleeping positions without reducing comfort. The Juno is easier to move around on than some foam mattresses, but may lack some of the comfort features that combo sleepers need.

Delivery, Sleep Trials, & Returns

Juno mattresses are shipped in 1 to 4 business days after you purchase the mattress. Delivery can take a week or more, but most mattresses will arrive sooner. Shipping is free, except when it comes to remote locations. There is a list of postal codes on Juno’s website that will need a $250 shipping fee for delivery, so you can look up what your costs may be before making a purchase.

Mattresses are shipped out through various couriers. Once the mattress arrives at your door, you’ll have to get it into your home and unbox it according to the instructions. Make sure to keep all of the packaging in case you want to return the mattress, as mattress returns must be in the original plastic wrap for pickup. 

You must keep the mattress for at least 21 days to return it. This gives you plenty of time to test the mattress to see if it works for you. The sleep trial lasts until the 120th night after you receive your order. During this time, you can return the mattress if you find that it isn’t for you.

Unlike some other mattress companies, Juno doesn’t require a restocking fee or a return fee. Once you initiate the return, Juno will dispatch one of their partners to come pick the mattress up. You need to be home when this pickup is scheduled. Once your mattress is received, it will be checked to make sure that it isn’t damaged. Mattresses will be donated to local charities when possible, and you will receive your refund in 2 to 5 business days.

• Shipping Cost: Free (Except in Some Remote Areas)
• Time to Delivery: 2 to 7 Business Days
• Courier: FedEx
• Sleep Trial Length: 120 Nights
• Warranty: 15 Years
• Ease of Return: Free Pickup and Full Refund

Company Background

Juno is a relatively new mattress company under the umbrella of Goodmorning.com. This company heads a collection of many different brands, each of which is targeted at a specific type of sleeper. Juno is their overall budget brand, but it stands on the same quality standards as big hitters like Douglas and Logan & Cove. 

Juno offers two mattress variations, including the original Juno mattress and the Juno RV. The latter is the same mattress as we reviewed but in RV-friendly sizing. Juno also offers an adjustable frame, a metal bed frame, and several different sheet sets, blankets, and pillows to outfit your bed.

Commitment to the Environment

As a company under the leadership of Goodmorning.com, all of Juno’s products are made with sustainability in mind. Goodmorning.com seeks to lower their environmental impact wherever possible. They use recycled cardboard to ship and partner with BullFrog Power, which uses renewable energy to offset carbon emissions. 

Competing Canadian Mattress Comparisons

There are quite a few all-foam mattresses in Canada, but not all of them are created equal. Here’s how the Juno stacks up to three of its closest competitors, including the Douglas Original, Silk & Snow Mattress, and the Endy Mattress.

Juno vs Douglas Original

The Douglas Original is one of the most popular all-foam mattresses in Canada. While it is nearly double the price of the Juno mattress, it outperforms it in nearly every area. They are even when it comes to pressure relief, which was a surprise to our team. Douglas’s Original mattress uses three layers of proprietary foams, which include eco-conscious materials that help reduce discomfort and improve responsiveness.

The Juno is slightly bouncier and provides about the same level of motion isolation. In all other areas, the Douglas has a marked lead. This isn’t really surprising, considering that the Douglas was created to fill in gaps where other all-foam mattresses (like the Juno) had failed. Still, the price is a concern. While the Douglas Original is certainly budget-friendly, Juno might be more appropriate for a child’s room or your RV.

Juno vs Silk & Snow

Silk & Snow’s all-foam mattress offers a similar construction to the Juno. It uses two layers of high-density foam on top of a dense support layer, which gives it an edge when it comes to most performance areas. However, the results are mixed; the Juno covers some areas where the Silk & Snow doesn’t perform as well. In this situation, it’s best to think about which features you value and which you don’t need as much.

The Silk & Snow Mattress has better motion isolation and edge support. It offers a slight edge when it comes to pressure relief, too. But the Juno is just as responsive and performs better when it comes to temperature control. These are huge features, so it’s important to consider your needs and sleep preferences before you make a purchase. 

Juno vs Endy

The Endy Mattress is an all-foam option that uses proprietary open-cell foam to reduce motion transfer and promote breathability throughout. This mattress is known for its excellent motion isolation, and it performs well in most of the areas we tested. However, it lacks the pressure relief that many Canadians need. 

That’s where the Juno comes out on top of the Endy. While the Endy performs better in nearly every other performance area, Juno offers much better pressure relief in a thinner mattress. The price is also a huge difference between them. While the Endy is considered to be a low-cost mattress, it costs almost double what the Juno does. However, it also has better temperature control, motion isolation, edge support, bounce, and response. 

Should You Buy the Juno Mattress?

The Juno mattress is a good investment for the price, particularly if you enjoy a mattress with better pressure relief. It should be your decision to purchase it or not. Consider what we’ve said about its performance, especially for heavier sleepers. However, you can’t beat the price for what it offers. For a guest bed or a child’s room, this mattress is absolutely one of the best and least expensive choices available.

Highlights of the Juno Mattress

There are a few areas where the Juno mattress stands out. First is, surprisingly, pressure relief. This mattress got its best score when we measured pressure relief, which is surprising considering the thin comfort layer at the top of the mattress. Still, it performs just as well as some of the more luxurious mattresses on the Canadian market here. 

It also features fairly good scores when it comes to temperature control, response, and ease of movement. The cooling cover, which is a purchasable upgrade from the standard option, adds some cooling as well. Finally, we need to highlight the price again. The Juno mattress features exceptional performance for its price point. For a queen mattress, you’ll only pay $499 without the cooling cover upgrade. This is less than half of the price of most other all-foam Queen-sized mattresses from similarly reputable companies.

Areas for Improvement

The Juno mattress could improve in several ways, but most of them would require a hefty investment that would raise the price of the mattress. To be clear, the Juno mattress is a great option for its price point. There’s virtually no one else in the Canadian mattress market that offers this level of quality at prices that are half what others are charging. 

That said, it is a much thinner mattress that lacks a lot of the features you may want from a mattress. To be suitable for all Canadians, the Juno mattress would need improved edge support, responsiveness, motion isolation, and edge support. Temperature control could be improved, though it’s already pretty good for what this mattress offers otherwise. Keep these things in mind if you are thinking of purchasing the Juno.

Our Recommendations for the Juno Mattress

We recommend the Juno mattress for side sleepers who have a strict budget to adhere to. While the mattress is thinner than we usually like, it does a great job with pressure relief. The top layer of foam keeps you elevated out of the mattress without much pushback, leaving your joints more comfortable than some thicker foam mattresses can offer. 

Back sleepers may also appreciate the Juno mattress, but stomach sleepers and heavier sleepers may need stronger support. If you need edge support, temperature control, or motion isolation, you might want to choose a mattress that prioritizes these features.

FAQs

The cover of the Juno Mattress is not removable or washable. Juno recommends using a mild fabric cleaner or baking soda to spot-clean the cover when needed. Using a mattress protector may reduce your need to clean the mattress cover.

The Juno mattress has a passable temperature control score, bolstered by its cooling cover and the cooling gel foam at the top of the mattress. It’s fine for those who sleep warm, but Canadians who sleep extremely hot might want to choose a mattress that is better suited to temperature control.

Couples often need a mattress that isolates motion, but the Juno isn’t ideal for that. It doesn’t offer higher levels of motion isolation, which may make it uncomfortable for couples with restless partners.

This mattress can support a total of 500 pounds, which breaks down to 250 pounds per person. This also includes any bedding, pillows, or pets that may use the bed at the same time.

Juno doesn’t offer any other mattresses. You can purchase the Juno RV Mattress, but it’s the same mattress made for RV sleeping spaces. There are different sizes available, but the mattress is the same overall. 

The Juno mattress isn’t the most eco-conscious option on the Canadian market. However, their parent company adopts a zero-waste policy that prioritizes lowering the environmental impact of all of its mattresses. 

The Juno mattress can take up to a week to fully air out. The odours from manufacturing new foam are harmless, but they may irritate sensitive Canadians. Make sure to keep the mattress in a well-ventilated space if the odour bothers you.

Once you take the Juno out of the box, you should give it between 24 and 48 hours to reach its full size. This gives the foam layers time to settle. If you use it before the first 48 hours have passed, the mattress will feel softer and won’t support you as well.