Allswell vs Zinus: Which Cheap Mattress Is Actually Worth Buying?

Allswell (Walmart’s brand) and Zinus (Amazon-bestselling brand) both compete at the rock-bottom price tier. A queen Allswell starts at $360; a queen Zinus often runs $250-$400. Both are decent enough for guest rooms — but neither is a true 10-year primary bed. Here’s how to choose.

Verdict

Winner: Allswell for a slightly better hybrid; Zinus for the absolute cheapest legitimate mattress

Allswell uses pocket coils even at entry-level. Zinus is mostly all-foam with similar quality at lower price.

Feature Allswell Original Zinus Green Tea
Queen price $360-$400 $249-$350
Type Hybrid w/ coils All-foam
Trial 100 nights 100 nights
Warranty 10 years 10 years
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Construction

Allswell uses actual pocket coils even at entry-level — better edge support and ventilation than Zinus’s all-foam. Zinus relies on a memory foam stack only.

Longevity

Both 5-7 years before noticeable sagging. Don’t expect 10+ year primary bed performance.

Use case

Both are great for guest rooms, kids, dorms, and rentals. Neither is great for daily 10-year primary use.

Who should buy which?

Allswell if: You want a hybrid and have $360. Zinus if: You want the absolute cheapest legitimate mattress.

FAQ

Are these mattresses safe?

Yes — CertiPUR-US certified foams. Some off-gassing for first 1-3 days is normal.

Should I buy a budget mattress at all?

Only for short-term needs. For 10+ year primary bed, save up for $700+.

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