Expandable Cover included with 4.3 Cloud9 4 Inch 100% Visco Elastic Memory Foam Mattress Topper

If you're looking at this item you probably believe you want a thicker mattress memory foam topper, as I did. I already own the same brand's purported 3.3 density 2-inch topper, which is more like 1 or 1.5 inches, definitely not 2.

3.3 Cloud9 Twin XL 2 Inch 100% Visco Elastic Memory Foam Mattress Topper

So I spied this topper and thought the 4.3 density 4" memory foam would be a splendid idea for my sore shoulders. I don't understand how or why the manufacturer makes their recommendations of which topper to choose: the density and height suggestions are based on your needs *and* weight. I picked the medium density based on that, and the 4" because their 2" topper had proven to be virtually useless.

Pros:

This particular item comes with a foam topper cover and a bonus foam memory pillow.

The foam definitely fits and covers the entire mattress (in my case, X-long twin).

Memory foam is of good quality (I've been through several brands).

Does help cushion sore body parts.

After airing the foam out for a few days I didn't notice any smell from it. Trust me, I'm a bloodhound with odors and this memory foam was fine.

Cons:

Topper cover "expands" to also fit down your bed's mattress, but it is cheaply made and also gets pulled up over time.

The biggest problem is the memory foam creates a trench where your body is lying, and after a couple of hours on this thing you feel like you're sleeping in a ditch. I can't imagine what someone heavier than I am (and most people are!) would do -I'm only 5 feet tall and less than 90 pounds. So if I'm down in the rabbit hole, looking up to see my night stand, I can just picture what Duh Hubby would do if he were to use this foam topper (which he doesn't).

Memory foam does expand back to its original position but repeats cycle of letting your body sink again after a couple of hours.

All things considered, I wouldn't recommend this specific density of topper, although the brand seems of high quality and there is a 20-year warranty. I would also suggest ditching the extra cost for the "expandable" cover and go for one that includes a zippered cover.

My guess is the next density up, their 5.3, might be more suitable for those of us who suffer with sore muscles and joints without plunging down into the depths. It really is a disturbing feeling.

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