It is on the firm side. That doesn't bother me as much as it bothers my husband. What bothers me is the heat. Even with the gel layer the mattress still retains a lot of heat. If you don't mind a firmer mattress and a warm bed, it is a good mattress.
In my previous bed I would frequently wake up with pain in my back and shoulders. With the Ghostbed which I have had for about a month these problems have been minimized or eliminated. Sometimes I feel that it slightly warms up, but it is not a problem. There is no odors coming from the bed and it seems to be a perfect blend of softness and firmness.
It took a few days for our bodies to adjust to the Ghostbed, but now we are sleeping well for the first time in years. Make sure you have a solid foundation (the foundation they sell is all wood and takes time to assemble), as the foundation also plays a huge part in your comfort level. But we have truly slept well on this bed!
The Ghost bed has allowed me to sleep good again. The firm support and comfort help stop me from moving around at night to find a comfortable position. This has helped me have continued uninterrupted sleep.
Why did I wait so long to try this mattress? I love it, and I am getting a good night's sleep for the first time in years. Everything about the purchase went quickly and smoothly. One tip though: If you are going to be using a bed skirt, put it down before you put the mattress in place!
Huge difference ! I now wake up with no back pain. And another thing... I'm not sweaty either. You can believe what the Ghost Folks say! Our kids kept pestering us to get one, ours is the FIFTH ONE in the family! Best money we've spent.