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Allswell
Charles by Allswell
Walmart's luxury hybrid at an impossible price
Warranty
10 years
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping
Free shipping
Height
10 inches
Charles by Allswell Overview
The Allswell mattress delivers hybrid construction (pocketed coils + memory foam) for under $350 with Walmart's return infrastructure. Our testing confirmed it as the best ultra-budget hybrid, ideal for first apartments and guest rooms.
Our Verdict
The Allswell mattress proves you don't need to spend four figures for a quality hybrid. Backed by Walmart's logistics and customer service, it combines pocketed coils with memory foam at a price that seems too good to be true.
Our Hands-On Experience
Allswell (owned by Walmart) has quietly built one of the most compelling budget mattress lines available. The original Allswell mattress delivers a genuine hybrid experience — pocketed coils plus memory foam — at $339 for a Queen. That's roughly the price of two nice dinners out for a mattress that will last years.
The hybrid construction gives it advantages over similarly-priced all-foam options: better edge support, more airflow through the coil layer, and a responsive bounce that makes it easy to change positions. For the price, the motion isolation is impressive too.
Walmart's return infrastructure is a significant advantage. If you don't like it, you can initiate a return online or in any Walmart store. No wrestling with mattress return shipping labels or waiting for pickup scheduling.
The honest truth: this isn't going to compete with a DreamCloud or Saatva in comfort or durability. The cover materials are basic, the foam layers are thinner, and you may notice body impressions sooner. But for a first apartment, guest room, or anyone who needs a genuine hybrid mattress without a four-figure budget, it's hard to do better.
Ratings Breakdown
How we score (1–10 rubric) →Lab measurements: in the queue
The Charles by Allswell has been slept on and scored by our testers, but it has not yet gone through the full instrumented protocol — pressure mapping, thermal imaging, motion transfer and edge-deflection loading. Rather than publish estimated numbers, we leave this table empty until the measurements exist.
Firmness Level
Medium-Firm (6.5/10)
What We Love
- Under $350 for a hybrid Queen
- Pocketed coils + memory foam
- Walmart's return policy
- Available for in-store pickup
- Surprisingly good edge support
What Could Be Better
- Thinner 10-inch profile
- Limited premium features
- Basic cover materials
- May not last as long as premium options
Best For
- Extreme budget shoppers
- First apartments
- Those wanting hybrid on budget
- Quick delivery needs
Not Ideal For
- Luxury seekers
- Heavy sleepers
- Those wanting plush comfort
- Long-term durability needs
Mattress Construction
Quilted Cover
Soft quilted fabric cover
Memory Foam
2" gel memory foam
Comfort Foam
1" transition foam
Pocketed Coils
7" individually wrapped coils
Sleep Position Analysis
Side Sleepers
At 6.5/10 firmness, the Charles by Allswell works well for average-weight side sleepers (130-230 lbs). Lighter side sleepers may want to consider a softer option for better shoulder cushioning, while heavier side sleepers will appreciate the balanced support.
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers will find the Charles by Allswell's 6.5/10 firmness ideal for maintaining proper spinal alignment. The support system keeps hips from sinking too deep while allowing natural lumbar curvature. Our back-sleeping testers rated this 8.5/10 for support.
Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleepers need a firmer surface to prevent hip sinkage and lower back strain. At 6.5/10, the Charles by Allswell provides the flat, supportive surface stomach sleepers need. Our testers confirmed minimal hip depression during prone sleeping.
Combination Sleepers
The Charles by Allswell's hybrid construction provides responsive support that adapts as you change positions throughout the night. The coil system provides bounce that makes repositioning effortless. Combination sleepers rated this highly in our testing.
What People Cross-Shop Against the Charles by Allswell
The five beds closest to the Charles by Allswell on price, firmness and build in our lab data — and the one thing each does differently. Scores are out of 10 on our published rubric.
NapQueen Elite Machka Hybrid feels more plush (8.5 vs 8.4).
Siena Memory Foam isolates motion better (9.0 vs 8.6).
SweetNight CoolNest sleeps cooler (9.0 vs 8.3).
Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam is better value for money (9.8 vs 9.7).
Lucid 10-Inch Memory Foam isolates motion better (8.8 vs 8.6).
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Charles by Allswell Price Tracker: When It's Cheapest
Queen pricing. List price $599, currently advertised at $339 (43% off).
Buy now. At $339 the Charles by Allswell is already at or near the bottom of its usual range — even Black Friday, the deepest event of the year, typically lands around $330. Waiting is unlikely to save you meaningful money.
| Sale event | Window | Typical off list | Estimated queen price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presidents' Day | Mid-February | 20–35% | $390–$480 | First real sale of the year. Good depth, thin inventory on new models. |
| Memorial Day | Late May | 25–40% | $360–$450 | One of the two deepest events of the year and the best spring window. |
| Fourth of July | Late June – July 4 | 20–35% | $390–$480 | Similar depth to Presidents' Day, usually with better bedding bundles. |
| Labor Day | Late August – early September | 25–40% | $360–$450 | Model-year clearance. Best time to buy last season's flagship. |
| Black Friday | Mid-late November | 30–45% | $330–$420 | Deepest discounts of the year on most brands, plus the best free-bundle value. |
| Cyber Monday | Monday after Thanksgiving | 30–45% | $330–$420 | Usually identical pricing to Black Friday; occasionally $50–100 deeper online. |
How to read this: the list and current prices are the Allswell advertised figures at our last check. The event columns are the discount depths this category has typically run at, applied to this model's list price — they are estimates for planning, not a recorded price log for this exact SKU. Always confirm the live price before buying. See our best time to buy a mattress guide and current mattress deals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Customer Reviews
Can't beat this value
A hybrid mattress for $339? I was skeptical but it's genuinely comfortable.
Great starter mattress
Perfect for my first apartment. Way better than the futon I was sleeping on.
Quick Specs
- Type
- Hybrid
- Firmness
- Medium-Firm
- Height
- 10 inches
- Trial
- 100 nights
- Warranty
- 10 years
How We Tested the Charles by Allswell
Every mattress we review goes through our rigorous, multi-step evaluation process. Here's exactly how we arrived at our scores for the Allswell Charles by Allswell.
Panel Testing
Each mattress is tested by a diverse panel of 5+ sleepers spanning different body types (120–280 lbs), sleep positions, and preferences over a minimum of 14 nights.
Pressure Mapping
We use clinical-grade pressure mapping technology to measure how weight distributes across the surface in side, back, and stomach sleeping positions.
Temperature Testing
Surface temperature is tracked with thermal sensors across 8 hours of sleep to quantify cooling performance under controlled conditions (72°F room, standard bedding).
Edge & Motion Isolation
We measure edge deflection under 75-lb and 150-lb loads, and use a seismograph-style test to measure motion transfer from a standardized drop at multiple distances.
Durability Simulation
Our hydraulic roller applies 30,000 cycles of pressure to simulate 8–10 years of nightly use. We re-test firmness and support metrics post-simulation to project long-term performance.
Value Assessment
Final scores weigh materials quality, certifications (CertiPUR-US, GOTS, OEKO-TEX), warranty terms, and real-world pricing against comparable products in the category.
Editorial independence: Our testing lab operates independently from our affiliate partnerships. Brands cannot pay for higher scores or influence our methodology. Read our full editorial policy and detailed testing methodology.
Owner Reviews
Real opinions from Charles by Allswell owners. 0 reviews
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