I purchased this mattress for a guest room along with the recommended box spring. It arrived in a damaged box but no damage to the mattress. I don't know what goes on in these shipping places. After I opened it, it began to inflate, rather quickly. The mattress has absolutely NO odor as others have mentioned in their review. I only lied down on it to get the feel. I didn't sleep on it, but it most certainly feels comfortable. It is not too firm or too soft. As the "story" goes, it was just right. I have no regrets & the price was right. Watch out mattress stores! I did not purchase this before looking for awhile & reading several reviews. I hope this review helps you make your decision.