I was surprised at how much I liked the mattress topper! I know a few people who use them and found it hard  to believe that it would make that much of a difference in my sleep.  The Gel layer is thick and adapts to your shape pretty quickly, the top padded layer is just thick enough to provide softness. I have had some of my best nights sleep since purchasing this topper. I would recommend this to anyone who needs some extra support and comfort for their mattress.