Bonnell Spring vs. Orthopedic

Bonnell Spring

Bonnell spring mattress systems are the most traditional type of innerspring mattress. The Bonnell coil has an hour glass shape (wider at the bottom and the top than the middle) and are interconnected with a mesh of metal to make the spring system.

In many traditional innerspring mattresses from the 20th century and still some entry level models today have used the Bonnell spring to create durable and supportive mattresses.

Though this system is good at providing even support, there are complaints of aggravated pressure points and discomfort with Bonnel spring systems.

Pros: Durable materials and traditional even feel.

Cons: Pressure point discomfort and motion transfer issues.

Orthopedic

Orthopedic is a term that in the context of mattresses means supporting joints, bones, and the overall body. It is commonly used for mattresses that help with spinal alignment and recovery from joint or back issues.

In this way, there is no one material that is certified orthopedic, and the term can be used my manufacturers and marketers to help sell their mattresses.

For this reason, it is important to do additional research on any bed that claims to be orthopedic to make sure that it will actually help straighten the spine and alleviate pain.

Pros: For mattresses that stand true to the name, pain alleviation and better posture are some of the benefits.

Cons: It is difficult to decipher the truth from marketing on orthopedic mattresses.

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Material Scores

Overall Score:
Bonnell Spring: 8.7/10
Orthopedic: 9/10

Comfort:
Bonnell Spring: 8.7/10
Orthopedic: 9.1/10

Softness:
Bonnell Spring: 8.4/10
Orthopedic: 9.1/10

Cooling:
Bonnell Spring: 9.5/10
Orthopedic: 9/10

Hypoallergenic:
Bonnell Spring: 9.4/10
Orthopedic: 9/10

No Odor:
Bonnell Spring: 9.4/10
Orthopedic: 9/10

General Support:
Bonnell Spring: 8.9/10
Orthopedic: 9.3/10

Eco-Conscious:
Bonnell Spring: 8.7/10
Orthopedic: 8.9/10

Price Value:
Bonnell Spring: 8.4/10
Orthopedic: 8.8/10