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IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress
IKEA's entry foam mattress — cheap, firm, and better than it has any right to be
We publish a number only when supported by documented measurements. This review evaluates published specifications and policies.
2,860 customer reviews on IKEA's website
Queen price on record
Warranty
10 years (limited)
Trial Period
365 nights (IKEA return policy)
Shipping
Store pickup or paid home delivery
Height
7 inches
Our verdict
The Morgedal is the mattress most people mean when they ask whether IKEA mattresses are any good. It is a 7-inch polyurethane foam slab with a thin comfort layer and a washable cover, sold for around $349 in a Queen. It is firm, it is flat, and it does the job in a guest room, a first apartment, or a kid's room. What separates it from the $250 boxed foam on Amazon is IKEA's 365-day return window and 10-year limited warranty — you can genuinely sleep on it for a year and take it back. What it is not is a primary bed for an adult side sleeper: at 7 inches there is not enough foam above the base for a shoulder or hip to sink into, and heavier sleepers will feel the floor of the foam within a few months.
Verdict & testing evidence
Research Evaluation- Evidence type
- Research Evaluation
- In-person experience
- Not established for this exact model
- Published firmness
- 6.5/10 in our product record (not a lab result)
- Lab performance data
- No documented lab measurements
Product-gallery photos and manufacturer specifications are not independent test measurements. We do not assign numerical cooling, motion, pressure or durability scores without documented evidence.Editorial policy.
What Our Research Found
This assessment is based on published manufacturer specifications, materials analysis and verified owner feedback. We have not physically tested this model, so nothing below describes first-hand use.
Performance assessment
How we score (1–10 rubric) →Evaluated through published specifications, manufacturer information and materials analysis. Not physically tested in our lab. We do not publish cooling, motion-isolation, edge-support, pressure-relief, response, durability or off-gassing scores for the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress until the full protocol is complete. Everything below — construction, materials, firmness, pricing, trial and warranty — is verified specification and editorial analysis.
Research evaluation — full lab score pending
The IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress has been evaluated from published specifications, manufacturer data, materials analysis and verified owner feedback. It has not been through our lab. Rather than publish estimated numbers, we leave this table empty and publish no Sleep Sage performance scores until the measurements exist.
Firmness Level
Medium (6.5/10)
What We Love
- 365-day return window is the most forgiving trial in the budget category
- 10-year limited warranty at a $349 Queen price
- Removable, machine-washable cover
- Firm and flat — good for back sleepers and stomach sleepers
- Available same day at any IKEA store, no shipping wait
What Could Be Better
- Only 7 inches thick — too thin for a heavier adult's primary bed
- Weak edge support; sitting on the perimeter collapses it
- Polyfoam only, no coils or latex, so long-term durability is limited
- Home delivery fees can add $50–$100 to the sticker price
Best For
- Guest rooms
- First apartments and dorms
- Back and stomach sleepers
- Kids moving to a full-size bed
- Shoppers who want a real return window
Not Ideal For
- Side sleepers needing shoulder relief
- Sleepers over 230 lb
- Couples wanting edge-to-edge usable surface
Mattress Construction
Washable Knit Cover
Removable polyester-blend cover that zips off for machine washing
Comfort Foam
Thin high-resilience foam layer that softens the surface without adding sink
Support Polyfoam Core
High-density base foam that sets the firm, flat feel and carries the load
Sleep Position Analysis
Side Sleepers
At 6.5/10 firmness, the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress may be worth trying for side sleepers who prefer a medium surface. Body shape, shoulder width and individual preferences can change how the same mattress feels.
Back Sleepers
The IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress's listed firmness of 6.5/10 may suit back sleepers seeking a medium-to-firm surface. Spinal alignment and hip support have not been objectively measured for this model unless documented test results appear above.
Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleepers generally need sufficient hip support. At the published firmness of 6.5/10, the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress may suit some stomach sleepers, but a medium pillow-top model may be too soft for others. We have not recorded instrumented hip-sinkage or alignment measurements for this model.
Combination Sleepers
The IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress's memory foam construction contours to each sleep position but may resist quick position changes. Slower-responding foam can make combination sleepers feel briefly "stuck" when transitioning.
Which IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress Model Should You Buy?
IKEA's mattress range is easier to shop once you know it splits three ways: foam (Morgedal, Matrand), spring (Haugesund, Hamarvik, Hesstun) and latex (Myrbacka). The Morgedal is the mid-tier foam bed and the one most people mean when they ask about an IKEA mattress. Queen pricing below is what we track in US stores.
| Model | Firmness | Best for | Queen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgedal Foam | 6.5/10 | Back sleepers and guest roomsOur pick of IKEA's foam beds. Polyurethane comfort layer over a firmer base — supportive without the slow sink of memory foam. | $349 |
| Matrand Memory Foam | 5.5/10 | Side sleepers who want contourMemory foam top layer. More pressure relief than the Morgedal, warmer, and slower to respond. | $399 |
| Haugesund Spring | 6/10 | Shoppers who want bouncePocket springs with a thin foam top. Cooler and springier than either foam bed, thinner comfort layer. | $379 |
| Myrbacka Latex | 6/10 | Longer-term useSynthetic-blend latex. The most durable feel in the range and the closest IKEA gets to a premium bed. | $599 |
| Hesstun Euro-Top | 5.5/10 | A plusher primary bedIKEA's top spring bed with a real Euro top. Genuinely comfortable, but at this price DTC brands offer more mattress. | $899 |
IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress Prices by Size
Morgedal pricing by size at IKEA US list. IKEA rarely discounts mattresses outside its August and post-holiday clearance events, but it does bundle deals with bed frames.
| Size | Dimensions | List price | Typical sale price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin | 38" x 75" | $249 | Rarely discounted |
| Full | 53" x 75" | $299 | Rarely discounted |
| Queen | 60" x 80" | $349 | ~$299 in clearance events |
| King | 76" x 80" | $449 | ~$399 in clearance events |
Prices were read from the brand's own site when this review was last updated and change with promotions, so confirm the price at checkout. See our current mattress deals hub for live discounts.
IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress vs. the Alternatives
IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress vs. Zinus Green Tea
$299 queenChoose the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress if: You want a firmer, more supportive foam feel and the ability to lie on it in a store first.
Choose the Zinus Green Tea if: Price is the only consideration and you're comfortable buying unseen.
Read the full IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress vs. Zinus Green Tea comparison →IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress vs. Siena Memory Foam
$399 queenChoose the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress if: You prefer a responsive foam feel and a same-day store pickup.
Choose the Siena Memory Foam if: You want a 180-night trial and free returns instead of hauling a mattress back to a warehouse store.
Read the full IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress vs. Siena Memory Foam comparison →IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress vs. Tuft & Needle Original
$595 queenChoose the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress if: Your budget is firmly under $400.
Choose the Tuft & Needle Original if: You can double the budget for denser foams and a 100-night trial with free pickup.
Read the full IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress vs. Tuft & Needle Original comparison →The IKEA mattress advantage nobody talks about
You can lie on it before you buy it. IKEA's showroom floor lets you compare the Morgedal, Matrand and Haugesund back to back in ten minutes, which is a genuinely useful thing for a first-time buyer who does not yet know whether they like foam or springs.
The second advantage is the 365-day return policy, which is longer than most DTC trials. The catch is logistics: you return it to the store, which means renting a van or fitting a queen mattress into a car. Factor that into the decision if you are unsure about firmness.
How the Morgedal actually sleeps
It is firmer than most people expect from a foam mattress — around 6.5 out of 10 — with a responsive polyfoam comfort layer rather than slow-recovery memory foam. Back sleepers and lighter stomach sleepers do well on it. Side sleepers under about 160 lb are fine; heavier side sleepers report shoulder pressure because the comfort layer is thin.
It runs cool for a foam bed for the same reason it feels firm: there is not much soft foam to sink into and trap heat. Motion isolation is average, and edge support is weak, which is normal for a one-sided foam mattress with no perimeter reinforcement.
Durability and what the 10-year warranty covers
IKEA's 10-year limited warranty covers manufacturing defects and body impressions past a defined depth, not gradual softening. Realistically the Morgedal is a four-to-six-year mattress for a nightly adult sleeper, and considerably longer in a guest room.
The mattress ships rolled and needs roughly 72 hours to fully expand — longer than most boxed beds because the foam is dense for the price.
IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress Buyer Questions
What People Cross-Shop Against the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress
The five beds closest to the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress on price, firmness and build in our catalog — and the one thing each does differently. These are research evaluations, so no numeric ratings are shown (why).
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IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress Current Price
Queen pricing. List price $399, currently advertised at $349 (13% off).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Themes in Owner Reviews
2,860 customer reviews on IKEA's website. Owner feedback summarized from published customer reviews on IKEA's website and major retailer listings. SleepSage cannot verify individual purchases, so no purchase-verified badge is shown. Common themes in owner reviews of the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress line up with the points below. We summarise recurring praise and complaints rather than republishing individual reviews, reviewer names, dates or helpful-vote counts, because those belong to the retailer and we cannot verify them here.
Praised most often
- 365-day return window is the most forgiving trial in the budget category
- 10-year limited warranty at a $349 Queen price
- Removable, machine-washable cover
- Firm and flat — good for back sleepers and stomach sleepers
- Available same day at any IKEA store, no shipping wait
Most common complaints
- Only 7 inches thick — too thin for a heavier adult's primary bed
- Weak edge support; sitting on the perimeter collapses it
- Polyfoam only, no coils or latex, so long-term durability is limited
- Home delivery fees can add $50–$100 to the sticker price
Verified owner reviews written by Sleep Sage readers appear separately and are attributed to real accounts.
Quick Specs
- Type
- Polyurethane Foam
- Firmness
- Medium
- Height
- 7 inches
- Trial
- 365 nights (IKEA return policy)
- Warranty
- 10 years (limited)
How We Researched the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress
This is a research evaluation. We have not put the IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress through our physical lab protocol, so this page describes verified construction, manufacturer specifications, policies, comparative analysis and published owner feedback.
Research Evaluation: This mattress has not completed our physical lab testing protocol, and we publish no Sleep Sage lab measurements for it. Our evaluation is based on verified construction, manufacturer specifications, policies, comparative analysis and available owner feedback.
Construction & Materials Review
We document the mattress's published layer construction, materials, densities and cover fabrics from manufacturer specifications and supporting documentation.
Specification & Certification Verification
We check published specifications, certifications and material claims against the manufacturer's own documentation, and flag anything we cannot confirm.
Policy & Price Verification
Trial length, return terms, warranty coverage, shipping and current pricing are recorded from the retailer and re-checked when we update the review.
Owner Feedback Synthesis
We summarise recurring themes in published owner feedback rather than republishing individual reviews, names or vote counts.
Comparative Analysis
We position the mattress against comparable models we have measured, using construction similarities — never by assigning it measurements it does not have.
What We Have Not Done
No documented pressure mapping, thermal logging, motion-transfer, edge-deflection or durability measurements are available for this unit. We publish no lab scores until they are.
Editorial transparency: Ben Trapskin owns Yawnder, a mattress retailer, and Sleep Sage may earn commissions from qualifying purchases. Retail and affiliate relationships do not substitute for independent measurement evidence. We identify which observations are firsthand and which claims come from manufacturer sources. Read our full editorial policy and detailed testing methodology.
Owner Reviews
Real opinions from IKEA Morgedal Foam Mattress owners. 0 reviews
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