Essentia Stratami Mattress Review

The main thing: The Stratami mattress is an eco-friendly and non-toxic latex mattress. Made from natural latex and organic cotton, the Stratami delivers a naturally cool sleeping experience. With zoned latex foam, this bed cushions pressure points and supports proper spinal alignment. Its feel works for most body types and every sleeping position. 

Who Is the Stratami Mattress Best for?

Stratami Mattress Review Highlights

The best mattress features:

• The Stratami latex mattress is eco-friendly and non-toxic. The latex layers are manufactured in Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS) certified factories and the cotton cover in Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified factories. 
• The all-natural Stratami mattress doesn’t include any wool or thick cotton batting, materials that can make a good home for dust mites and other allergens. This is why the Stratami is one of the best mattresses for people with allergies. 
• The Stratami earned high marks in nearly every one of our tests that evaluates performance, including edge support, pressure relief, responsiveness, spine alignment, cooling, and durability.

Lab Scores

We took the Stratami mattress to the Mattress Advisor lab and rated it in 14 categories that include performance and functional characteristics as well as social impact. Pay close attention to the tests that matter most to you, such as pressure relief if you’re a side sleeper. 

For a deeper dive into the testing methodology, check out our review process.

⭐Total Score for the Stratami Mattress: 8.0/10⭐

Best/Worst Details

✅ Pros

• Solid Edge Support: Our sleep subjects were impressed with the sturdiness of Stratami’s edges. You can comfortably sleep along the edges or use them to get ready in the morning. 
• Impressive Spine Alignment: Our sleep testers enjoyed good spinal alignment when lying on this mattress. A healthy spine is important for everyone, but it’s essential for people with neck or back pain. 
• Responsive Feel: Latex is a naturally buoyant material that has an almost bouncy feel to it. With eight inches of natural latex foam, the Stratami is easy to move around on, great for combination sleepers. 
• Naturally Cool: Latex doesn’t hold onto heat the way that memory foam does. It naturally facilitates airflow to help keep you cool and dry. 
• Cushions Pressure Points: Our sleep testers didn’t experience areas of high pressure when lying on their sides, which shows that the Stratami does a good job at distributing weight away from sensitive areas like the hips and shoulders. 

❌ Cons

• Hard to Maneuver: Latex foam is rather floppy and heavy, which makes it hard to set up and even harder to move once it’s fully expanded. 
• Social Impact: While this bed is excellent for the environment and your health, Essentia doesn’t do much when it comes to volunteering, donations, or other community involvement. 
• Slight Odor: The Stratami mattress does have a mild rubbery scent when first unboxed that’s known as off-gassing. The odor will fade, and thanks to the Stratami’s organic latex foam, it’s not harmful to your health. 

Responsiveness

One of the biggest complaints that we hear about all-foam mattresses is that they can make you feel stuck. Latex foam offers the same pressure-relieving benefits as memory foam but with a more responsive feel. 

To see how easy it is to move around and get comfy on a mattress—a feature known as responsiveness—we have our sleep testers lie on the mattress, switch positions, and see how quickly the bed adapts to their movements. Both of our sleep testers found it easy to move around and get comfy on the Stratami, earning it an 8.75/10 for responsiveness.

Motion Transfer

Are you a light sleeper who shares your mattress with a partner, child, or furry family member? If so, you may sleep better on a mattress that successfully dampens motion. 

To test the motion isolation abilities of mattresses, we conduct two tests. In the first, we fill a wine glass full of red wine, set it on one side of the bed, and have one of our testers toss and turn on the other side. What we want to see is very little movement of the glass and the wine within. 

During the wine test, the wine stayed fairly still but we did detect more wobble in the glass than we’d like, so we gave it a 7/10.

Our second test is more of a real-life scenario (unless you’re a daring wine enthusiast). In this test, our testers lie side by side and take turns changing from one position to the next. The other partner rates how well the bed does at limiting motion transfer. In this test, our testers RJ and Asha both noticed when their partners were moving, but it wasn’t extreme. They gave the Stratami a collective score of 7.75/10. 

When taken together, these two tests earned the Stratami a 7.4/10 for motion transfer. While this is an okay score if you’re a sound sleeper, you may want a bed that performs better if you find yourself waking up often at night.

Spinal Alignment

Good posture doesn’t stop when you lie down to go to bed. The trouble is, it’s no longer in your control—it’s up to your mattress to deliver the lumbar support you need for a healthy back. 

To evaluate a mattress’s ability to keep the spine properly aligned, we have both of our sleep testers lie on their sides. We then take a picture and examine the spine. What we want to see is a completely straight line from the base to the top of the spine.

Take a look at the photo of RJ on the Stratami. As you can see, his back was well supported with just a slight bend towards the neck. The lumbar support demonstrated here earned the Stratami an 8.5/10 for spine alignment.

What Is the Firmness Level?

The Stratami is a medium-firm mattress. It rates at a 7 on the 1–10 firmness scale with 10 being the firmest. Medium-firm beds work best for back and stomach sleepers due to their ability to provide great alignment.

Does the Mattress Support Your Sleeping Position?

The Stratami mattress supports every sleeping position thanks to its medium-firm feel and zoned latex support layer. Softer foam along the shoulders provides the cushioning side sleepers need while balanced contouring and support works well for both stomach sleepers and back sleepers. 

The Stratami is even good for those of us combination sleepers who sleep in an array of positions thanks to its responsive feel and universal support.

Will You Stay Cool at Night?

Latex mattresses are known for sleeping cool, and the Stratami is no exception. The organic cotton cover is naturally breathable, and the latex too supports optimal temperature regulation.

Weight Limit

The Stratami doesn’t have a set weight limit. Because it’s made from organic dunlop latex, it should work for most body types. Latex is the most durable mattress material apart from steel coils. Dunlop in particular supports heavy people better because it tends to be firmer.

What Bed Frames Are the Most Compatible?

Essentia mattresses work best on a flat, rigid surface that allows airflow. However, they will work on any firm, flat surface. This includes flat frames, slats that are no more than three inches apart, or adjustable bases. Do not place your Stratami mattress on a box spring as it will not provide the level of stable support the mattress needs, potentially voiding the warranty.

What Is the Mattress Made of?

The Stratami is made from primarily organic, natural materials. Here’s a breakdown of what’s inside this eco-friendly, non-toxic mattress.

Stratami Mattress Sizes, Dimensions, and Pricing

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Unboxing the Mattress

The Stratami mattress by Essentia took us just under two minutes to set up.  Essentia was a little heavy on the staples, making the box difficult to open. The mattress was very floppy and hard to maneuver.

Essentia Mattress Buying Guide

Ready to buy a Stratami mattress? Here’s what you can expect. 

Where Does Essentia Ship?

Essentia ships worldwide with the shipping cost varying based on where you live. They ship for free within the contiguous United States via FedEx with delivery taking between two to four weeks. You won’t need to be home to sign for your package unless you request that a signature be required for delivery.  

How Long Can You Try Your Mattress?

You have 120 nights to try your new Stratami mattress in your home. If you decide it isn’t the mattress for you, simply contact Essentia during this window to initiate a return. They’ll have a representative come to your door at a scheduled time to pick up the bed. Once it’s been received and evaluated for any damage that could void the trial period, you’ll receive a refund minus nine percent the price of the mattress. 

What Warranty Does It Come with?

The Stratami comes with a generous 20-year warranty. This isn’t uncommon for latex mattresses because latex is a durable mattress material.  

Essentia Customer Service

We’ve had good experiences when speaking with Essentia customer service using the live chat feature at myessentia.com. You can also call them at 1-888-764-4116 or submit a request for an email response. Their hours are:

• Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. EST
• Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST

Essentia Return Policy

If you’re not in love with your Essentia mattress, you can return it for a refund minus transportation fees costing 9% of the retail value within your 120-night trial period. Essentia will arrange for a representative to come to your home and pick up your mattress.

While most bed-in-a-box mattress companies donate returned mattresses, Essentia does not. The returned mattress will be recycled, with the materials made available to other mattress companies. 

Recap: Is Stratami for You?

The Stratami mattress is a luxury organic mattress made from natural materials. With a cotton cover and two layers of natural latex, you can trust that it’s safe for your health. And with zero cotton or wool batting, there are few other mattresses around that are as good for people with allergies. 

When we tested the Stratami in our mattress lab, we were impressed by how well it performed. It earned an 8/10 or higher in our tests for spine alignment, pressure relief, cooling, responsiveness, edge support, and durability. These results lead us to recommend the Stratami for hot sleepers and people with aches and pains. 

Because this mattress is made using durable materials, it works well for people of every body size. And with zoned support latex foam, it cushions and supports the body in a way that works for every sleeping position. 

While the Stratami is an excellent high-end bed, there are people for whom it isn’t the best mattress. To start, it comes with a hefty price tag, even when compared to other organic mattresses. For a more budget-friendly natural mattress, check out our Birch mattress review. 

Additionally, most people have experience sleeping on innerspring, memory foam, or hybrid mattress types. Latex mattresses have a completely different feel that’s at once responsive, cool, contouring, and supportive. However, if you like the hugging memory foam feel, you’d be better suited by the Nectar Lush mattress. And for people who like the springy innerspring mattress feel, check out the Saatva mattress.  

How Stratami Compares

Stratami vs Other Organic Mattresses

The Stratami is one of the best organic mattresses for people with allergies. Not only are the materials within hypoallergenic, but Essentia avoids wool and cotton batting to reduce dust mite accumulation and future allergies. 

Related: Best Hypoallergenic Mattresses

Another thing that sets the Stratami apart is that every layer is made from all-natural organic latex foam. Most organic mattresses have other layers, such as innerspring coils or wool padding. The result is an ultra-supportive mattress that’s more expensive than the average organic mattress. 

Stratami vs Essentia’s Other Mattresses

Essentia is a high-end mattress brand that crafts natural and organic mattresses. They have four mattress collections: Lifestyle, Performance, Wholebody, and the ProCor custom mattress. 

The Stratami is one of the Lifestyle mattresses, which include three entry-level Essentia beds. These mattresses are all organic and hypoallergenic, but only the Stratami is a latex-only mattress. The Tatami includes natural memory foam and latex and the Tatami Hybrid natural memory foam, latex, innerspring coils, and cotton padding. 

Performance mattresses are the next step up in quality, features, and price point. These mattresses too are made from a variety or organic materials that are safe for allergy sufferers, but they boast a cooler sleeping experience and enhanced posture support. 

The Wholebody mattress line has everything that the Lifestyle and Performance beds have plus superior cooling properties and patented molding technology to encourage an even deeper night’s sleep. 

Finally, the ProCor is a customizable mattress designed for athletes. This bed is one of the most luxurious mattresses that you’ll find anywhere.

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