I did a lot of research before I purchased this mattress. I even went to furniture stores and laid on several mattresses. I finally decided that I needed a medium mattress.  Now I have been sleeping on my mattress for 2 weeks. I can honestly say this mattress is not a medium it is more like a firm. I figured in time it might get softer. I sleep alone except for my dog. I weight 139 pounds and my dog weights 6 pounds. If you're heavier or sleep with someone you might find it softer.  I have been sleeping well, so all I can say is I like the mattress and for the price you can't go wrong. I even recommended this mattress to my 81-year-old aunt.