Best Mattress for Couples

The WinkBed is a versatile hybrid mattress that offers even body-contouring and strong overall support. Four firmness levels are available. During our hands-on tests, each member of our team found at least one firmness option that provided enough cushioning without sinking too much beneath their weight. A generous return and exchange policy further incentivizes couples who aren’t sure whether a softer or firmer mattress is best for them.

What It’s Made of

All WinkBed mattresses feature a Euro-top surface padded with adaptive polyfoam. This material conforms to the body without hugging too closely, making the mattress a good alternative for people who don’t like sleeping on memory foam. A transitional polyfoam layer adds extra cushioning while maintaining an even sleep surface. The support core contains pocketed coils with a zoned configuration to ensure a stable perimeter and extra reinforcement around the torso and hips. A cover made of breathable Tencel encases the entire mattress.

We found each firmness level distinct and well suited to certain types of sleepers. Those who prefer plush sleep surfaces should opt for the medium soft (4) feel, which provides deep contouring to alleviate pressure points along the spine – a common issue for side sleepers. The back and stomach sleepers on our team preferred the enhanced support of the medium firm (6) and firm (7) feels. People who weigh more than 230 pounds should consider the WinkBed Plus, a firm (8) model specifically designed for sleepers in this weight group. The Plus swaps out the adaptive polyfoam for a comfort layer of zoned latex that feels highly supportive and responsive.

How It Performed

The WinkBed earned excellent ratings during our temperature control tests. Air circulates freely throughout the coil system and the Tencel cover is both breathable and moisture-wicking, so the mattress should be comfortable for people who tend to sleep hot or sweat in bed. Edge support is another major strength of the WinkBed. Our testers noticed generous pushback when lying near or sitting along the perimeter of the mattress. This was particularly true for the firm and Plus models.

Other performance ratings varied by firmness level. Ease of movement was an area where the firmer models excelled. Our testers were able to scoot across the surface of these beds without feeling trapped or stuck. The medium soft model earned the highest marks for motion isolation, so people who are easily awakened by their partner’s movements may want to consider this firmness level.

The WinkBed is competitively priced for a hybrid and ground delivery is free for all customers in the contiguous U.S. Each mattress comes with a 120-night sleep trial. If you are dissatisfied with your initial choice, you may exchange the mattress for a model with a different firmness level at no extra cost. Return shipping is free and your replacement also comes with a trial period. You’ll also receive a lifetime warranty that covers structural defects for as long as you retain original ownership of the mattress.

The DreamCloud Mattress is one of the most balanced hybrids on the market today. The mattress features a deep comfort system with three foam layers and a robust pocketed coil system. These components ensure even contouring and sturdy support, while a medium firm (6) feel means most people who weigh at least 130 pounds can rest comfortably without sinking too much.

What It’s Made of

The DreamCloud begins with a layer of adaptive polyfoam quilted into its cover, followed by a memory foam comfort layer. Although the mattress is on the firmer side, these components give the surface a plush feel when you get into bed. A dense polyfoam transitional layer, pocketed coil system, and foam base layer stabilize the mattress and reinforce the edges against deep sinkage. Cashmere-blend fabric encases the entire mattress. The DreamCloud Mattress is considered a high-profile model.

How It Performed

The DreamCloud Mattress outperforms many of its hybrid competitors in terms of pressure relief and motion isolation. This can be attributed to its triple-layer comfort system, which helps the mattress contour closely without sacrificing support. Cooling is another key strength. Air circulates freely throughout the coil system to help the mattress maintain a reasonable internal temperature, while the cashmere-blend cover is breathable and also has moisture-wicking properties.

Among our testing team, the DreamCloud Mattress earned the most favorable ratings from side sleepers weighing between 130 and 230 pounds. Back and stomach sleepers up to 230 pounds also found the mattress comfortable and didn’t report any excessive sinkage.

The DreamCloud Mattress has a below-average price-point for a hybrid and ground shipping is free for all customers in the contiguous U.S. The company’s 365-night sleep trial is one of the longest in the industry, and those who choose to keep the mattress also receive a lifetime warranty against structural defects.

Helix’s mattress selection includes more than a dozen hybrid models, each geared toward certain weight groups and sleep positions. Thanks to its balanced medium firm (6) feel and approachable price-point, the Helix Midnight is one of the brand’s most popular models. This mattress was designed specifically for side sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds, but our testing shows the Midnight should appeal to a wide range of sleepers — as well as couples.

What It’s Made of

The Midnight’s comfort layer is composed of open-cell memory foam, a breathable material that adapts to your body’s unique curves, promotes spinal alignment, and relieves pressure in the shoulders, lower back, and hips. Transitional polyfoam provides additional cushioning while pushing back against your weight to keep you on an even plane.

The support core contains pocketed coils over high-density base foam. Perimeter reinforcement stabilizes the edges when you sleep near the edges or get in and out of bed, so excessive sinkage and feelings of “roll-off” shouldn’t be an issue. The standard cover is made of soft knit polyester, but you can upgrade to a GlacioTex phase change material (PCM) cover if you want extra cooling.

How It Performed

During our hands-on tests, the Midnight’s most favorable ratings came from our side sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds and back and stomach sleepers weighing less than 130 pounds. That said, most of our testers weighing up to 230 pounds found the mattress comfortable and sufficiently supportive.

We were also impressed with the Midnight’s motion isolation. The top foam layers absorb movement well, and our testers noticed very little motion transfer when lying next to one another on the mattress. Temperature control was another testing highlight. Due to the combination of breathable foam layers and steady airflow through the coils, our thermal sensors detected minimal heat buildup. For exceptional cooling, we recommend the GlacioTex cover.

The Midnight’s sticker price falls well below average for a hybrid model, and shipping is free to all 50 states. You’ll also receive two free pillows with your purchase. The Midnight is backed by a 100-night trial period and a 10-year manufacturer’s warranty.

The all-foam Nectar Premier Copper is a luxe model that blends pressure relief and support. Its medium firm (6) feel and contouring memory foam is most comfortable for side sleepers, though back sleepers under 130 pounds also found it appealing. While this model has an above-average price-point for an all-foam mattress, it’s full of features that are attractive to many sleepers.

What It’s Made of

This model’s cover blends polyester with materials like copper and polyethylene, which aim to wick away heat and moisture to help you stay cool. The thick memory foam layer that tops the comfort system has gel and phase change material to further regulate temperature. This layer compresses with your weight, cradling your hips and shoulders to absorb impact and alleviate pressure point discomfort.

A thick transitional layer of polyfoam rests between the gel-infused memory foam and support core, keeping you situated comfortably on top of the mattress. The support core is composed of high-density polyfoam that anchors the mattress and keeps your spine evenly aligned. A no-slip base ensures that your mattress stays put.

How It Performed

All-foam mattresses often excel at isolating motion and the Nectar Premier Copper is no exception. When sleeping on an innerspring or exceptionally responsive model, you may be able to feel your partner move on their side of the bed. On the Nectar Premier Copper, you can switch sleeping positions without waking your partner. The foam layers absorb movement where it occurs rather than allowing it to transfer across the bed.

Nectar ships its mattress for free within the contiguous U.S. and offers customers a generous 365-night sleep trial. A lifetime limited warranty covers impressions deeper than 1.5 inches and manufacturer defects.

If you and your partner both tend to overheat in bed, a cooling mattress can be a solid investment. During numerous rounds of testing, the Layla Hybrid has consistently displayed standout temperature control. We attribute this to open-cell foam layers, a coil system that promotes steady airflow, and a breathable cover. Both sides of this flippable mattress sleep fairly cool, but our team was particularly impressed with the firmer surface.

What It’s Made of

The Layla Hybrid’s medium soft (4) side contains 2.5 inches of memory foam, followed by a 2-inch polyfoam transitional layer. This surface contours closely to promote even alignment and cushion sore spots along the spine. Copper infused into the top layer helps offset the foam’s heat-retaining properties, allowing you to stay cool despite the deep hug. The firm (7) side also features these materials, but the layers are thinner to create a more supportive feel.

Shared pocketed coils in the middle of the mattress provide reinforcement and stability to both sides. The coils are zoned to push back against your midsection without feeling too stiff beneath your head and legs. A stretchy polyester, rayon, viscose, and poly-lycra blend cover encases the mattress. Carrying handles on both sides help you and a partner flip the mattress with relative ease. You can unzip, remove, and machine wash the cover to keep your sleep surface hygienic without spot cleaning.

How It Performed

Our team personally tested both sides of the Layla Hybrid. Due to its close conforming and ample padding, the medium soft side was most comfortable for our side sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds. Back and stomach sleepers under 130 pounds also received adequate support from this surface. The firm side earned favorable ratings from our back and stomach sleepers across all weight groups but those weighing at least 130 pounds were particularly impressed. The same was true for our side sleepers of at least 130 pounds.

During our temperature control tests, thermal sensors revealed little to no heat buildup on the Layla Hybrid’s firm side. We noticed slightly more heat on the medium soft side, but not enough to make any of our testers uncomfortable. The softer surface provided better motion isolation for our testers, while the firmer side felt firmer and more stable along the perimeter.

Layla offers free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. Your purchase comes with a sleep trial spanning 120 nights in length. If you choose to keep your Layla Hybrid, the mattress is further backed by a 10-year manufacturer’s warranty.

The Solaire by Saatva is a luxury airbed that can be adjusted from a soft (3) to a firm (8) feel, for a total of 50 firmness levels. If you purchase a queen size or larger, you can even customize a different feel for each half of the mattress, making this a great choice for co-sleepers who have different firmness preferences. 

How It Performed

Thanks to the customizable design, the Solaire is a great choice for many sleepers. However, the responsive comfort system best suited the testers on our team who weigh at least 130 pounds across sleep positions. These sleepers found excellent cushioning from the foam and latex without sinking to an excessive degree. People whose firmness needs change from night to night should also appreciate the adjustable design.

The Solaire performed very well across our testing criteria, but it excelled in our sex and temperature neutrality tests. The mattress has a responsive feel conducive to sex that allows couples to move across it with ease. The breathable components and air chamber support core encourage air circulation to keep sleepers cool.

What It’s Made of

A thick Euro-top gives the surface a plush feel, and it’s zoned to offer more support in the lumbar region. This is followed by a layer of aerated Talalay latex that gently cradles the body. This latex has five zones that offer extra support to the lower back while alleviating pressure. Next is a layer of gel-infused memory foam that adapts to the body and relieves pressure points. The gel infusion is meant to absorb and dissipate excess body heat.

The support core is composed of vulcanized air chambers with a baffle box design that ensures even firmness throughout the mattress. A moisture barrier layer above the air chambers protects them from damage and bacterial growth. A perimeter encasement reinforces the edges of the mattress to prevent sagging. This encasement also discretely holds the air inflator and hoses. The cover is made from breathable organic cotton.

Customers living in the contiguous U.S. are eligible for free White Glove delivery. Saatva offers a 365-night sleep trial, during which you can return the mattress for a full refund minus a $99 fee. The Solaire is backed by a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty.

The Signature Hybrid from Brooklyn Bedding is a well-rounded bed that comes in three firmness levels. While the various options provide different levels of plushness, they all excel in pressure relief while maintaining sturdy support. People across different sleep positions should benefit from this balanced design.

What It’s Made of

The bed is available in medium soft (4), medium firm (6), and firm (8) designs. The materials and construction vary slightly with each firmness option, but all models begin with a quilted surface that gently cushions your body. Beneath is a polyfoam layer with a moderately responsive feel, followed by a layer of proprietary VariFlex foam that buffers your body from the support core. The VariFlex foam in the two softer models offers deeper compression than the VariFlex in the firmest model.

All three options feature a sturdy coil system in the support core, with reinforced perimeter coils to boost edge support. The cover is made of soft cotton, and you can upgrade to a cooling pillow-top on any of the models. This option adds thicker cushioning and a cover made with a heat-regulating material.

How It Performed

If you’re looking for a bed that offers significant contouring without too much sinkage, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid hits the right marks. We found that the foam comfort system provides excellent pressure relief regardless of which firmness level you pick. The two softer models also isolated motion very well during our tests, making these options a good choice for co-sleepers who wake each other up with nighttime movement.

Our testers did prefer certain designs based on their body type. The firm option appealed most to back and stomach sleepers over 130 pounds. The medium firm was best suited for sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds, regardless of sleep position. The soft was most comfortable for side sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds and back sleepers under 130 pounds.

The Signature Hybrid comes with a 120-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty. Customers residing in the contiguous U.S. receive free shipping.

Mattresses that best suit couples tend to excel in performance areas like temperature control, motion isolation, edge support, and responsiveness for sex. During our tests, the Bear Elite Hybrid proved a strong contender in all of these categories. With multiple firmness options available, you can pick a model that promotes strong sleep posture for your particular sleep preferences.

What It’s Made of

The Elite Hybrid features a top layer of adaptive memory foam infused with copper that responds slowly to your body. This layer is infused with copper, which has natural cooling properties. A polyfoam transitional layer offers extra cushioning. The foam is divided into five firmness zones to ensure enhanced support for the midsection and more give for a gentler feel around the head and legs.

Pocketed coils and base polyfoam make up the support core. The coils are zoned to boost lumbar support and are thicker along the perimeter, pushing back when you sleep near the edges or get on and off the mattress. A cover made of Celliant-blend fabric encases the mattress. Celliant is an innovative material engineered to capture and dissipate your body heat, maintaining a cool feel at all times.

How It Performed

The Elite Hybrid is available in three firmness levels. We evaluated each design during our hands-on tests, and side and back sleepers weighing more than 230 pounds preferred the light cushioning and robust support of the firm (8) feel. Our stomach sleepers in this weight group also found the firm model most comfortable, but their ratings were slightly less favorable. Based on these results, the foam layers may be too thick for people who favor this position. If you are a side or back sleeper who needs deeper cushioning, the medium (5) or medium firm (6) feels may be more suitable.

The reinforced perimeter allowed the Elite Hybrid to excel during our edge support tests. Cooling is another strength of the mattress, thanks to its cooling Celliant-blend cover and steady airflow throughout the interior. We also found the Elite Hybrid provides above-average motion isolation. While lying side by side on the mattress, our testers noticed minimal motion transfer — even when the other person changed positions or got out of bed.

Bear offers free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. The Elite Hybrid’s sleep trial runs for 120 nights, and those who keep the mattress receive a lifetime warranty.