Boring Mattress vs Vaya
The Boring Mattress is $100 cheaper in a queen; the table below shows what the price gap buys. Every number below comes from published teardowns and spec sheets (see our methodology); prices are queen-size, refreshed 2026-09-04.
Boring Mattress vs Vaya: full spec table
| Spec | Boring Mattress | Vaya |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Foam | Foam |
| Firmness | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Height | 10" | 12" |
| Queen price | $699 | $799 |
| Price range (all sizes) | $399–$899 | $549–$999 |
| Foam densities (lb/ft³, top → bottom) | 2.2 / 2.2 / 1.9 | 2.0 / 2.0 / 1.8 |
| Coil gauge | — | — |
| Coil count (queen) | — | — |
| Cooling | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Motion isolation | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Edge support | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Pressure relief | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Support | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Natural materials | 2/10 | 2/10 |
| Notable features | Simple three-layer foam build, Medium-firm universal feel, Made in Arizona, Straightforward budget pricing | Simple two-foam budget bed, Airy responsive comfort foam, 12" all-foam build, Standout price-to-comfort ratio |
| Spec source | NapLab | NapLab |
Key differences
- The Boring Mattress is $100 cheaper in a queen ($699 vs $799 as of 2026-09-04) than the Vaya.
Who the Boring Mattress is for
The Boring Mattress has a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions.
Who the Vaya is for
The Vaya has a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is firmer, the Boring Mattress or the Vaya?
They rate the same: both are a 6/10 on the firmness scale, a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions.
Which is cheaper, the Boring Mattress or the Vaya?
The Boring Mattress is cheaper in a queen: $699 versus $799, as of 2026-09-04.
What is the main construction difference between the Boring Mattress and the Vaya?
Both are foam builds with similar published specs — the differences come down to feel and price rather than construction. The full layer-by-layer comparison is in the table above.
See how both stack up against every bed we track in the full comparison matrix, or dig into the complete specs for the Boring Mattress and the Vaya.