I Tested the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper – It Offers Impressive Comfort, but at a Steep Price

Filled with both foam and microcoils, the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper provides an impressive level of contouring comfort and offers the perfect solution for hot sleepers looking to firm up an older, sagging mattress.

It's also cool-to-the-touch, thermoregulating, and boasts excellent edge support for sleepers who struggle to get into and out of bed with ease. That being said, available in only two firmness levels (Soft and Firm), the Firm option may be a little too firm for some sleepers, but it does soften over time and will offer those who suffer from sleep-related aches and pains some welcome relief.

In the running for the best mattress topper, it's a worthy contender.

Specifications: Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper

Unboxing and First Impressions: Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper

The Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper arrived conveniently rolled in a large box, which is great if you live in a small apartment or have a narrow staircase, but it was far too heavy for me to move on my own. My partner, however, was able to carry it down the stairs with ease, so if you're not particularly strong, I'd suggest asking a friend or family member to help maneuver it.

As suggested on the side of the box, my partner helped me to pull the topper out of the box, unwrap it from its plastic, and roll it out on top of my mattress to give it time to expand to its full thickness.

Immediately, I was met with a strong off-gassing smell which took more than a few days to dwindle. This is harmless and nothing out of the ordinary for mattress toppers, particularly those with a foam-based filling, but it is something to note if you're planning on using yours to sleep on straight out of the box.

Instead, I'd suggest unrolling it and letting it expand in another room − preferably an unused guest bedroom if you have one − with the windows open, before moving it onto your bed once the smell has dissipated.

Once the topper had had time to expand fully, I was initially struck by just how thick it is, though I've fortunately had no trouble with fitting my sheets over the top. Lying down on it for the first time, it felt firm yet supportive.

What's It Like to Sleep On the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper?

Pressure relief (5/5): If anything, the pressure relief on this mattress topper is almost too good for my preferences. Lying on my back, I hardly sank at all, and as a side sleeper, the Firm sleep surface is a little too firm on my shoulder, although it has softened to become more comfortable over time.

That being said, if you prefer a back or stomach sleep position, this topper will be perfectly suited to you, as you'll need firmer support to protect your neck and back as you rest.

This does make me question whether the Soft firmness option would have been better suited to me, but with only two levels to choose from, I was also concerned that the Soft might be too soft.

Instead, my favorite topper, the Nolah AirFoam Luxe Mattress Topper, which I recently reviewed, is available in only one Medium-soft option, but strikes the perfect middle ground.

Thermoregulation (5/5): Just like my Nolah favorite, the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper feels cool to the touch and worked to keep me comfortable all night long with optimal thermoregulation.

Therefore, it's a good option for hot sleepers, people who suffer from night sweats, or for keeping a bed cool in summer.

Motion Isolation (5/5): That level of firmness makes for excellent motion isolation. As I moved the 1.5-kilogram weight towards a glass of water in the middle of the topper, it hardly tipped at all, and the same could be said when I doubled the weight applied to three kilograms.

As I share a bed with my partner, I've also never woken up as he moves around in the night, so it's an excellent choice for those who regularly share a bed with a partner, pet, or child.

Edge support (5/5): Similarly, the Firm sleep surface boasts the best edge support I've ever experienced in a topper. This means it's perfect for older people or those with disabilities or limited mobility, who may struggle to get into and out of bed with ease. It's both comfortable to sit and sleep on, right to the very edge.

Delivery (5/5): The Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper arrived conveniently vacuum-packed in a slimline box straight to my door, though it was too heavy for me to move without help. Shipping is also completely free.

Who Would the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper Suit?

• Back and stomach sleepers: In the Firm option I tested, the level of support will be best suited to back and stomach sleepers. If you tend to sleep on your side, I'd opt for the Soft option instead.
• Sleepers with back pain: It's a common misconception that a firm sleep surface causes back pain. In reality, too soft a surface can cause your spine and neck to bend and become misaligned, worsening the pain. For that reason, this topper is well-suited to those with chronic aches and pains.
• Hot sleepers: The GlacioTex Cooling Cover of this topper offers advanced cooling, while open cell technology in the foam allows body heat to escape for a naturally cooling sleep. I was kept comfortable all night long, even throughout summer heatwaves.
• Couples: Boasting excellent motion isolation, this topper is ideal for couples who share a bed.

What Shoppers Say About the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper

When assessing a mattress topper, we always take a look at on-site customer reviews to evaluate the common consensus.

The Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper has a respectable overall rating of 4.3 out of five stars, across 40 reviews. One five-star review that particularly stood out to me, written by Victoria, urges, 'Worth the investment. Give it time!

'My husband and I were waking up with back and arm pain, so we bought this topper to firm up our memory foam mattress. It was incredibly firm at first, giving us new aches and pains to the point where we almost returned it. I'm so glad we held out!

'In time, all the aches vanished. It is expensive, but compared to the cost of a new King bed, it's a great value.'

As this firmness has been one of my concerns, I'm now confident that with continued use beyond the 30-night test period, the topper will continue to get more and more comfortable.

Another five-star review, from Tim, a side and back sleeper who tested the Firm option, adds, 'I was constantly waking up with back pain, and now I don't. This is a total game-changer. I am so grateful for this company and this topper. It's truly changed my life!'

There are two verified one-star reviews to speak of, which call the topper 'overpriced,' uncomfortable,' and comment that it 'made the back pain worse,' but these are largely outweighed by the positive reviews. Between the 40 reviews, 28 are five-star, while there are only four four-star reviews, three three-star reviews, three two-star reviews, and two one-star reviews.

My Verdict

In conclusion, I've had an overall positive experience with the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper and have been impressed with the cooling qualities, pressure relief, edge support, and motion isolation, all of which scored five out of five stars.

I knocked a star off for the off-gassing, quite how firm the Firm option is (though, as I've noted, this is subjective), and the high price point of $660 for a Queen size. This is the most expensive topper we've ever tested here at Homes & Gardens, and I'm not overly convinced it's wholly justified.

For comparison, my favorite AirFoam Luxe Mattress Topper from Nolah features that same GlacioTex cooling cover, thermoregulating qualities, and better cradling comfort in any sleep position at just over half the price. Equivalently, we also rated the Viscosoft High-Density Mattress Topper an equal four stars in our Viscosoft Topper review, but that pick comes in at a disparately affordable $234.95, and scored just the same.

That being said, the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper did perform well, and is a perfect pick for fixing a sagging mattress, and definitely if you're looking to make a mattress firmer. If you do think it will suit you and are planning to purchase one, you should be able to save some money in the mattress sales.

How We Test Mattress Toppers

The process for testing mattress toppers here at Homes & Gardens is a long one − 30 nights of testing to thoroughly assess the practicalities, pressure relief, thermoregulation, motion isolation, and edge support.

Before testing begins, I match each topper to one of our expert testing panel: Cooling toppers for hot sleepers, supportive toppers for those with chronic pain, and so on. Once matched, testers sleep on each topper for a minimum of 30 nights.

To assess the pressure relief of each topper, we first lie on the topper and switch between positions to find what feels most comfortable. We then note if any positions feel uncomfortable or exacerbate any pain when sleeping.

For thermoregulation, we first note whether the particular topper has cooling qualities, like the GlacioTex cooling cover included here. If it does, we'll assess whether it lives up to claims, and, if not, we'll consider whether it still worked effectively to maintain an ideal sleep temperature overnight. For example, we'll note whether we ever wake up overheating or feeling too cold.

For motion isolation, we place a glass of water in the middle of the topper, and move a weight towards it in small increments, observing how much the glass tips as the weight approaches. The more the glass tips, the worse the motion isolation is. Where possible, we'll also assess how much we're affected by the movement of sharing a bed with someone else, to note whether it's a good pick for couples.

Finally, edge support is assessed by placing a weight on the edge of the topper, noting how much it sinks. We'll also sit in different positions on the edge of the bed (and consider when getting into and out of bed), noticing how much the edge collapses, causing us to slip and slide off.

Then, we'll look at customer reviews to assess the general consensus from shoppers, and consider the ease of the delivery process, warranty, and length of the sleep trial.

As always, we'll then bring it back to the price of the topper to determine why or why not we feel the price point is justified.

What to Shop

If you're interested in browsing more bedding picks, I've curated a selection of favorites to shop below − all of which are sure to elevate your sleep space and provide long-lasting, luxurious comfort.

All prices were correct at the time of publication and refer to Queen sizes where applicable.

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