How does theipedic convoluted gel topper compare to a regular memory foam toppers
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I have experienced only one other as comfortable and it was not memory foam. I perspire more than used and this iPedic being memory foam can be a bit hot.
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My son doesn't really have anything to compare it to, unfortunately. He thought the "egg crate" side conformed to his body very well, and he didn't get overheated on this topper at all. He has been happy with it.
1885405
it is not memory foam. just plain foam, like you might buy at a craft store to make a seat/bench cushion. it is not very dense/firm. i actually bought a second topper (memory foam though) to put on top of this one. if you are looking for a sturdy, dense foam topper, this is not it. it is soft and gushy. quite airy, but comfortable.
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Convoluted foam is not either. It is a synthetic textile made from polyethylene. It's not natural like rubber/latex and it doesn't conform to your shape like memory foam. The "egg crate" shape allows for air flow, relief of stress and better weight distribution. I remember at my grandmother's house she always had these "egg crate" toppers, and I always found them comfortable. I had one years ago that lasted a long time, although I believe it was only 2" and not hospital grade, it lasted years. I've had this one (4") for over three months now and it's held it's shape and is extremely comfortable. I am very happy with it. Convoluted foam is not either. It is a synthetic textile made from polyethylene. It's not natural like rubber/latex and it doesn't conform to your shape like memory foam. The "egg crate" shape allows for air flow, relief of stress and better weight distribution. I remember at my grandmother's house she always had these "egg crate" toppers, and I always found them comfortable. I had one years ago that lasted a long time, although I believe it was only 2" and not hospital grade, it lasted years. I've had this one (4") for over three months now and it's held it's... » Read More Convoluted foam is not either. It is a synthetic textile made from polyethylene. It's not natural like rubber/latex and it doesn't conform to your shape like memory foam. The "egg crate" shape allows for air flow, relief of stress and better weight distribution. I remember at my grandmother's house she always had these "egg crate" toppers, and I always found them comfortable. I had one years ago that lasted a long time, although I believe it was only 2" and not hospital grade, it lasted years. I've had this one (4") for over three months now and it's held it's shape and is extremely comfortable. I am very happy with it. « Show Less
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I agree with you about the memory foam mattress. After trying several mattress cover's, BINGO! This one works. It is very thin, and you will be amazed how well it keeps you cool. It also is guaranteed for 10 years! WOW!!!!!!I am so Happy I tried this product. It is Fantastic. I also purchased the pillow protectors, and they work very well. Please give them a try. If by any chance they are not for you you can return them. I bet you won't. Joannie :) Let me know what you think after trying this wonderful product. :)
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In my view, the mattress topper provides a cooler layer of separation between your body and the memory foam. That's really the reason behind the topper. I would keep it simple, but not too cheap. I can't recall which one I bought because I had it for a few years before I came across this mattress. You want it to be of decent quality so that it fits securely over the mattress. The memory foam delivers the comfort, the mattress pad keeps you cooler.
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This pillow is alright but I bought the Sleep Innovations Reversible Gel Memory Foam Pillow at the same time. I am a back sleeper also. I don't know what the difference is but the Gel Memory Foam Pillow is much better. That's my opinion.
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I have a memory foam topper and hot flashes (TMI?). This pad is extremely comfortable, and is thick enough to insulate from the memory foam. Good luck!
616708
This is a memory foam cushion, not gel. It is extremely comfortable and reliefs all pressure from the tailbone. My mother had a gel one but it was hard and uncomfortable. I purchased it for my mother but used it myself in a very uncomfortable recliner when she was sick. It made a huge difference! I also purchase the back lumbar support cushion and it was awesome too. My mother has used it for 6months every day for 12 or more hours and it remained like new.
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This topper is not firm, it's more like medium, between firm and soft. Keep in mind, it's not soft and cooling like gel toppers.
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I'm not really sure but it's not memory foam but it's a lot like it. I've had a lot if expensive toppers because I prefer a more "squishy" bed, and this it literally the best one I've had. It even worked great on our really crappy futon mattress! It had a plastic smell to it (as all these types of things do) but I let it air for one day and it went away. I would say you can't go wrong with this!
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I am not sure of any difference. I ordered my elastic memory foam mattress and have used it constantly. It is great. It responds to the original size fast and does not hold any impressions. I had major back surgery and needed one to sleep as I have to sleep always on my back. When I ordered the one I got, I got one I could afford, i.e. under $90.
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I haven't tried the gel, but I like to be warm at night so that doesn't bother me. This topper is extremely comfortable, that's the main thing.
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This particular mattress has GEL in the memory foam that makes it cooler to sleep on. It is not just plain memory foam. Those mattresses cost less money than this one. It is not hot to sleep on.
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I've never used the one you have, but this one is firm. It has memory foam and it is contoured. It stays firm too. I use it in my car everyday and I do notice a difference; I'm not shifting every few minutes to try and get comfortable. It helps take the pressure off the lumbar while sitting. Hope this helped.
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It's memory foam... I am not aware it comes in different densities. It's seems to be the same as our tempurpedic and the memory foam toppers we have purchased for the other beds in the house.
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I suppose it depends on what "comfortable" actually is. This particular topper is soft in comparison to a dense memory foam mattress. However, if you place it on top of a soft mattress, the "soft" aspect will definitely remain. This can be good or bad, depending on the sleeper's preference.
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If you want this pillow to keep cool, there is no difference between this and a regular pillow. But if you want a comfortable pillow like the memory foam pillow, there is a world of difference. The memory foam is hard as a rock until the warmth of your head softens it up and does not bounce back quickly when you roll over. This pillow, however, conforms to your head immediately and you can change positions a dozen times and it bounces right back. Plus it's guaranteed for a year so you have nothing to lose.