- Side sleepers
- Back sleepers
- Stomach sleepers
- Trial Period
120 Days
- Warranty Period
20 Years
- Return Fee
Free
- Shipping Fee
Free
The Big Fig Mattress Review
The Big Fig is a hybrid mattress designed from the start for plus-size people. It can support up to 1,100 pounds of sleepers' weight. To do that, it relies on an architecture of hardened foam and steel coils. A comfort layer made of responsive latex provides pleasant bounciness, which may appeal to medium-weight sleepers as well.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Designed for supporting heavyweight sleepers
- Enables ease of movement on its surface
- Effectively dissipates heat
- An extended 20-year warranty
- Company offers white glove delivery
Cons
- Too firm for lightweight sleepers
- Doesn't isolate motion well
- Can't be bought in brick-and-mortar retail stores
The Big Fig Mattress Video Review
Mattress Construction
The Big-Fig is 13'' high. It consists of 6 layers of different types of foam and coils. This composition enables the mattress to be responsive to sleepers' weight while at the same time remaining firm enough to keep their body supported in proper alignment.
Cover: 1'' of soft fabric made of 66% flexible polyurethane, 30% soft and breathable viscose and 4% lycra with a gel material, which provides contouring and dissipates body heat.
Comfort Layer: 0.5'' of gel-infused highly ventilated latex enabling effective moisture wicking and cooling as well as providing the mattress with bounciness.
Transition Layer: Three 1'' layers of hardened poly foam at increasing density level ranging from 1.8 lb to 2.5 lb. These layers generate lift and prevent over-sinking.
Support Layer: 1,600 7'' individually wrapped pocketed coils giving the mattress firm support and decreasing heat retention by enabling free flow of air.
Edge Support Layer: 3'' of dense poly foam (1.8 lb) surrounding the coil layer providing the mattress with improved perimeter support.
Base Layer: 1.5'' of hardened poly foam meant to support the coils as they compress.
Feel
If you're looking for a melting-into-the-bed sensation, the Big Fig isn't the right choice for you. It isn't a contouring mattress. The foam it consists of is dense and, together with the coils, is designed for holding heavyweight sleepers. Therefore, the most obvious feel you'll get once you lie on the mattress is firmness and stability.
Having said that, the gel in the cover layer and the elastic latex in the comfort layer below balance the mattress firmness adding some softness and bounciness. The polyurethane fabric of which the cover is made gives a smooth silk-like feel and keeps the surface of the mattress cool to the touch.
Pressure Relief
Lightweight sleepers of all types will find the Big Fig to be too firm to alleviate pressure points in their body. They'll require a more contouring mattress.
Average weight back sleepers won't feel comfortable on the Big Fig as well. The polyurethane and the latex in the cover and comfort layers are not soft enough for them to counter the hardened foam in the transition layer and, so, pressure accumulating in the lumbar area won't be effectively relieved.
Side sleepers usually need a softer mattress to support their hips and shoulder. The Big Fig does it very well for such sleepers who weigh 150-250 pounds.
The same can be said about average weight stomach sleepers. The Big Fig provides them with the support they need in the abdomen to keep their lower back properly aligned. At the same time, the elastic latex in the comfort layer will easily adapt to their body weight generating bounciness and lift vital for mitigating pressure.
The Big Fig is ideal for heavier sleepers whose weight exceeds 250 pounds. The most important thing for them is support so as to prevent over-sinking and resulting back problems. The high-density foam in the transition layer together with the 1,600 coils — which constitute 50% more than the average number of coils found in innerspring mattresses on the market — are exactly what it takes to keep them stable and enable them a good night sleep.
Motion Isolation
The Big Fig doesn't isolate motion well enough for sleepers who are easily disturbed by their partner's movements at night. True, the coils in the mattress are individually encased, and that reduces motion transfer. However, with bodily responsive latex and a thick transition layer based on dense poly foam, there aren't materials which can effectively absorb the kinetic energy generated by restless sleepers.
Accordingly, if motion isolation is an issue for you, you should opt for a mattress containing softer memory foam. Memory foam mattresses are better at curbing motion transfer.
Repositioning
What the Big Fig lacks in motion isolation it makes up for in ease of movement. The mattress' responsiveness and firmness enable sleeper to change sleeping positions without too much difficulty. This is especially true for heavy sleepers who won't get stuck in the mattress due to excessive sinking.
Edge Support
The Big Fig provides its sleeper with exceptionally good edge support. Its 3'' layer of hardened poly foam placed around the coils is especially designed to support the perimeter. Adding to that the robust steel coils, sleeper of all weights, including the heavier ones, won't experience sagging when lying close to the edge. This will allow them to utilize the entire surface of the mattress with no need to move towards the center.
Heat Retention
The Big Fig also performs well when it comes to keeping sleepers cool at night. The gel infused fabric which covers the mattress and the aerated latex comfort layer do a good job dissipating heat. The free flow of air through the 7'' coils also aids in regulating temperature.
Frame & Foundation
The Big Fig can be placed on any foundation firm enough to support at least 1,220 pounds. The mattress can also be placed directly on the floor.
If you're looking for a strong and reliable platform for your mattress, you should check out the Big Fig Foundation. It consists of 18 solid wood slats, 2.5'' wide each. These slats, together with 2 center rails and 32 side blocks, can support up to 2,000 pounds.
The Big Fig foundation is easy to assemble and is backed by a 20-year warranty. Its prices range from $249 for a Twin mattress to $349 for a California King mattress.
If you want the foundation to sit on a frame, you may opt for the The Big Fig Bed Frame. It's made of recycled railroad steel and can hold up to 2,000 pounds. It's sold with a limited lifetime warranty covering items that broke due to defective material or workmanship. The frame costs $150 for all mattress sizes.
The Big Fig is also compatible with most adjustable bases as long as they can properly support the weight of the mattress and the sleepers.
The Big Fig Adjustable Base can support up to 1,250 pounds. It has multiple sleep positions adjusted by a wireless remote control. Its motors operate quietly and smoothly. It comes with a 10-year warranty. Starting price is $650 for a Twin size mattress. Maximum price is $1099 for a California King mattress.
Additional Details
The Big Fig Mattress is available on the Big Fig website only. You won't find it in brick-and-mortar stores nor on eCommerce websites, like Amazon or Walmart.
The Big Fig is an American family owned company located in Cleveland, Ohio. This is where it manufactures its sole mattress, the Big Fig, and the foundations and bed frames meant to support it.
The Big Fig mattress is CertiPUR-US certified, which guarantees it doesn't contain toxic materials. In addition, it emits low levels of volatile organic compounds minimizing health risks while maintaining high indoor air quality.
Shipping & Delivery
The Big Fig will arrive at your doorstep in 7-10 business days. It's shipped for free to any destination within the continental USA for free. The mattress is also shipped to the populated areas of Canada with a fee of $250. Currently, the mattress isn't shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.
For extra $129, you can get your old mattress removed for you. You may choose to pay $199 for white glove delivery which includes setting up the mattress in the room you chose for it. For $249, the company will provide you with white glove delivery plus old mattress removal. White glove delivery time is 2-3 weeks.
Returns and Warranty
The Big Fig comes with a 120-night trial and a break in period of 14 nights. That is to say, you can return the mattress for a full refund 14 nights after you got it and no later than 120 nights.
The Big Fig is backed by a 20-year non-prorated warranty, so you won't be asked to pay for repairs or replacements.
The warranty covers manufacturing defects and body impressions on the surface of the mattress which are deeper than 1''. It becomes void if the mattress is maltreated, placed on an improper foundation or if it leaves the United States or Canada.
An Up-Close Look at The Big Fig
Our Mattress Reviewer's Comment
This Big Fig mattress was gifted to a real family, in return for photos, videos, and a personal account. You have seen the media, and now here is how they experienced the mattress, in their own words:
We slept on it for one week and liked it. Then we slept on our old mattress for two days just to be sure we found a better mattress for us. After that we decided we liked the Big Fig a little more. So, we moved the Big Fig back into our bedroom, and out went the old mattress which I was able to sell online.
The edge support is great, and it feels very stable and solid. Finally, we have a mattress that I can plop my self onto without worry that my big ass is going to break something.
~ Ryan from California
The Bottom Line
The Big Fig is the ideal mattress for XL sleepers for the simple reason that it was designed to hold heavy weights. It's made of dense foam and a relatively large number of robust steel coils. It also has a whole layer aimed at providing extra support on the mattress' perimeter.
What is more, since plus-size sleepers tend to sleep hot, the mattress is capable of dissipating heat quite well thanks to the gel in its cover and its aerated latex and coil system.
Where is the Big Fig manufactured?
The Big Fig mattress is manufactures in Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
Where can I purchase the Big Fig?
The Big Fig can only be bought on Big Fig's website. The mattress is not available in brick-and-mortar stores, nor can it be found on eCommerce websites.
How do I set up the Big Fig?
The Big Fig will arrive at your doorstep packed in a box and wrapped in 2 layers of plastic. Move the box to the room where you plan to place the mattress. Unpack the mattress and put it on its foundation or bed frame. Remove the outer layer of the plastic using the cutting tool you'll find in the box. Unroll and unfold the mattress positioning it squarely over the foundation or bed frame. Cut the second layer of plastic and remove it from the mattress. Within a few hours, the mattress be fully expanded and ready for sleeping.
Does the Big Fig have to be off-gassed?
The moment the Big Fig is unpacked and unwrapped, its foam will emit gas which consists of volatile organic compounds. This gas has a distinctive odor, but it's not toxic. In 24-48 hours the gas and the odor will evaporate.
Do I need a special foundation for my new Big Fig?
The Big Fig is compatible with almost all types of foundations as long as they can support at least 1,220 pound.
Can the Big Fig be flipped?
No, The mattress bottom layers are made of hardened poly foam and are, therefore, not designed for sleep.
Is the Big Fig hypoallergenic?
The latex and foam the Big Fig is made from are hypallerganic. In addition, the mattress is CertiPUR-US certified. That is, it doesn't contain any toxic materials.