Comparing Naturepedic Vs. Avocado Mattresses (Plus, Our Top Picks From Both)

Comfort is key when it comes to picking out the right mattress, but sustainability should also be top of mind. Why? Investing in a sustainable mattress contributes to better indoor air quality, reduces exposure to harmful chemicals, and supports sustainable practices.

When comparing two leaders in the non-toxic mattress space, Naturepedic vs Avocado mattresses, there are a few key factors to consider. 

We feature Avocado’s flagship bed a lot of our mattress roundups. The Avocado Green Mattress is a latex hybrid that sits on the higher end of the firmness scale and uses a combination of steel coils, organic latex, organic wool, and organic cotton.

The Avocado Eco Organic is a less expensive alternative to the Avocado Green, featured above.

Although it contains the same core materials as the Green, the Eco Organic has less coils and a thinner profile (10 inches).

It’s also softer than the Green, making it a better pick for strict side sleepers or lighter-bodied folks.

If you have children at home, the Eco Organic is also available as a kids’ mattress that’s designed to fit trundles and bunk beds.

Avocado’s Luxury Organic Mattress features 17 layers of organic latex, steel coils, wool, and cotton, plus organic silk and ethically-sourced Alpaca fibers.

It’s supportive and plush, and the medium firmness should suit most sleep styles while the softer option is better for side sleepers.

However, at 13.25 inches or 17 inches tall, this pick is significantly thicker than Avocado’s other models above—so you’ll want to invest in deep pocketed sheets.

Avocado’s all-latex foam option offers their firmest feel, which the brand ranks at a 7.5 out of 10, making it a good pick for strict back or stomach sleepers and people who carry more weight.

This mattress is made of only a few materials (latex, wool, and cotton), and they’re all 100% certified organic.

With a 9” profile, this is one of the thinnest beds on our list, so that’s something to keep in mind.

Naturepedic’s Chorus mattress is completely foam-free. Instead, it uses encased steel coils (for support), microcoils (for comfort), and GOTS-certified organic wool and cotton (for cushion).

The EOS collection (which stands for Ergonomic Organic Sleep) is a line of three mattress models, all of which offer a variety of customization options both before and after you purchase the bed.

All three models include a zip top cover that lets you remove the comfort layers inside to re-arrange or swap them out for a different firmness.

Plus, in a queen model and larger, you can choose different firmness layers for each side of the bed.

The EOS Classic is the simplest design, with a combination of encased coils and one layer of customizable latex foam. The Pillowtop model takes the Classic’s design and adds another, removable layer of customizable latex for added plushness.

Lastly, the Trilux model is made of three customizable, swappable layers of latex foam.

Regardless of which model you pick, you’ll be able to swap out your comfort layers in the first 100 nights of owning your EOS mattress until you get it just right.

Naturepedic’s Serenade is a hybrid mattress that uses 8-inch encased steel coils and two inches of organic latex foam.

It’s available in two firmness options: "cushion-firm," which the brand says offers a mix of support and plushness for all sleep positions, and “firm,” which is a better pick for those who prefer a true firm mattress.

Like the Chorus model above, the Serenade uses organic wool and cotton, as well as a plant-based synthetic called PLA in the comfort layer.

Naturepedic started in 2003 with the first organic crib mattress. Since then, the brand has expanded to include a wide range of United States-made natural mattresses for children and adults, along with toppers, sheets, and pillows. 

Naturepedic’s mattresses are made without polyurethane foams, glues, or chemical fire retardants. Instead, the designs use certified organic materials (e.g. latex, cotton, and wool) whenever possible. 

When Avocado launched in Los Angeles in 2016, the brand was focused on making one very sustainable mattress. Since then, the brand has expanded to sell furniture, bedding, pet beds, and even pajamas—I (the writer!) actually sleep in this tank and shorts set and I love them!

Avocado is a Certified B Corporation, which means they’re held to a high standard of social and economic accountability.

Since Avocado and Naturepedic mattresses are very similar in design and materials, there are only a few criteria to consider when choosing between the brands:

Sourcing transparency: Both use organic, sustainably-sourced materials with certifications to boot. If you’re someone who wants to know exactly where the materials in your mattress come from, you may want to opt for the brand that shares the most information on their website (in this case, Avocado shines).

Firmness and customization: While a firmness scale rating can help, mattresses feel different for each person who sleeps on them. If a variety of firmness and customization options are important to you, you’ll want to pick the brand that gives you the best shot at finding comfort. While Avocado does offer a range of mattresses with different feels, Naturepedic offers more customization options overall.

Avocado and Naturepedic are easily two of the most sustainable mattress brands on the market—and they actually have more similarities than differences.

Both focus on sustainability, with most of the same eco-friendly and organic certifications and several comparable mattress designs.

Still, there are a few factors to consider when deciding between the two brands:

If you want a clear trial and warranty policy, go with Naturepedic.

While most Avocado mattresses come with trials and warranties, they are not as consistent—and this can make choosing between models a bit trickier.

Naturepedic offers one set 100-night trial and 25-year warranty. The only exception to this is the luxury Halcyon collection, which requires an in-store purchase.

If you want a longer trial, go with Avocado.

While Naturepedic’s 100-night sleep trial is better than no trial at all, it’s not as long as many other mattress brands today. If you want significantly more time to see if the bed is right for you, Avocado offers a full year trial on the original Avocado Green Mattress (as well as the vegan version), and the Luxury Organic model.

If you want customization options, go with Naturepedic.

Avocado offers the option to add a pillow top to some models, but otherwise there isn’t much opportunity for customization. Naturepedic has several firmness customizations to help you find the right level of comfort and support.

If you want more budget-friendly options, go with Avocado.

Both brands offer a range of prices, including splurge-worthy beds made with luxury materials. But, if you’re hoping to stay on the lower end of the price range, Avocado has more options. The cost of a queen ranges from $1,299 (for their most affordable model) to $3,899 (for the most high-end option). Plus, they often run substantial discounts around major holidays.

If you’ve narrowed your mattress choices down to Naturepedic and Avocado, you’re in a great spot.

Both brands offer high-quality, non-toxic mattresses and have industry-leading sustainability efforts.

Naturepedic may offer more customization options for those looking for a specific firmness and feel, while Avocado may have more budget-friendly options.