I like this playmat and that you can change the design by linking the pieces together differently. It’s a typical heavy foam so it’s not “soft” per sr but it will break a fall. We have it on tile floor to help soften any tumbles. The problem is that it is smooth on the bottom so it slides all over bc it is so lightweight. I attached some command strips to see if that would help. They don’t adhere great to the back of the mat but it’s reducing the slippage so far. Will have to find a more permanent solution to make sure it’s safe. Doesn’t really help if the thing breaking your fall is also making you fall.