Most Comfortable Mattresses

The Layla Mattress is a versatile model featuring a reversible design with two distinct feels. Sleepers can choose between the closely contouring medium soft (4) side or a more supportive firm (7) side.

How It Performed

Thanks to the two different feels, the Layla performed well across many sleeping positions and weight groups. Our testing team found the softer surface great for side sleepers, those under 130 pounds, and people with pain in their joints. Meanwhile, the firmer side ranked highly among back and stomach sleepers on our team, especially those between 130 and 230 pounds.

Foam mattresses are prone to heat retention, but the Layla slept quite cool compared to many other foam models we’ve evaluated with heat-mapping tests. Both sides ranked above average in temperature regulation, but the firm side performed particularly well in this area. We attribute this to the firmer feel and less sinkage, which limits heat-trapping. Copper and gel infusions are also designed to keep the foams cooler. Couples may appreciate the softer side for its strong motion isolation. We noticed that the thicker comfort layers on this side absorbed most movement transfer, reducing sleep disruptions for co-sleepers.

What It’s Made of

The softer side starts with a 3-inch layer of copper- and gel-infused memory foam. This layer deeply contoured to the body during our tests, which relieved pressure buildup in the joints and lower back. Underneath is a 2-inch polyfoam transitional layer that is zoned to support the midsection and prevent excessive sinkage. We found this layer also evenly distributed weight to help you maintain healthy spinal alignment.

On the firm side is a thinner comfort layer made from the same copper- and gel-infused memory foam. The shared support core is composed of a 4.5-inch layer of high-density polyfoam. This layer helps prevent you from sinking too deeply into the mattress. A cover made from a stretch blend of polyester, rayon, viscose, and poly-lycra encases the mattress.

Layla ships free to the contiguous U.S., and mattress purchases are backed by a 120-night sleep trial. Purchases also come with a lifetime warranty covering structural defects.

The all-foam Nectar Mattress is a premium option without the high-end price tag. This model features polyfoam and memory foam that work together to provide even support and deep contouring that we found well-suited to multiple sleeper types.

How It Performed

The high-quality foams featured in the Nectar helped it excel in several categories during our performance tests, most notably motion isolation and pressure relief. Instead of allowing motion to transfer from one side of the bed to the other, the foam absorbed movement. It also helped prevent pressure points by cradling areas like our hips and shoulders. On our team, back, side, and stomach sleepers who weigh up to 230 pounds enjoyed this medium firm (6) mattress the most, while people over 230 pounds preferred firmer models.

What It’s Made of

The Nectar Mattress’ top layer is made from gel-infused memory foam that adapts to the body to relieve pressure. It rests on a transitional polyfoam layer that acts as a buffer between the memory foam and core, which is crafted out of supportive high-density polyfoam. The no-slip cover ensures that your mattress and its components stay put.

Nectar offers sleepers a generous 365-day sleep trial and a lifetime limited warranty. The Nectar is one of our best picks for sleepers who enjoy the feel of memory foam. Shoppers in the contiguous U.S. qualify for free shipping.

The Midnight is a memory foam hybrid model from Helix sleep that offers a balance of conforming and support. We found that the medium feel appeals to side sleepers across all weight groups.

How It Performed

Thanks to the responsive pocketed coils and memory foam, the Midnight performed well during our motion isolation tests, preventing too much movement from rippling across the surface. Our testing showed that the mattress also sleeps cool, due in part to the strong airflow through the coils. We recommend the mattress for most sleepers up to 230 pounds, though we observed that side sleepers benefit the most from the bed’s balance of pressure relief and support.

What It’s Made of

The Midnight is constructed with a layer of gel-infused memory foam that contours closely to the body to relieve pressure points. This is followed by a polyfoam transitional layer that prevents you from sinking too far into the bed. Beneath that is a substantial pocketed coil support core, providing significant support and allowing for airflow throughout the mattress. The support core also features a reinforced perimeter, which gives the bed strong edge support.

The Midnight comes at a below-average price point for a hybrid, making it an attractive option if you’re shopping on a budget. The mattress is also available in a Luxe version that adds a plush pillow-top and another 2 inches to the mattress’ overall height.

Helix ships free to all 50 U.S. states. Plus, they offer a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty.

The WinkBed is a foam hybrid designed to cushion the body without sacrificing support. Available in four firmness levels, the mattress should be comfortable regardless of your body type or primary sleep position. The adaptive foam layers can also reduce soreness and pressure points if you experience back pain at night.

How It Performed

After testing each firmness level for the WinkBed, we noticed specific strengths for all four options. The medium soft (4) model contoured closely to distribute our testers’ weight and alleviated pressure along the spine. This design was most popular among our side and back sleepers weighing less than 130 pounds. If you want a more balanced feel, you should consider the medium firm (6) feel, which provides light conforming and excellent overall support. Our back and stomach sleepers weighing at least 130 pounds and side sleepers weighing more than 230 pounds awarded the most favorable ratings to this design.

The firm (7) and Plus (8) models should provide adequate reinforcement if you weigh more than 230 pounds, regardless of your preferred sleep position. These versions of the WinkBed also earned excellent ratings for edge support, and none of us had trouble moving across their surfaces. Another area where the WinkBed performed well is temperature control. This is mainly due to its cooling Tencel cover and steady air circulation through the coil system.

What It’s Made of

Standard WinkBed models are available in medium soft, medium firm, and firm designs. These mattresses feature adaptive polyfoam quilted into their covers, followed by polyfoam comfort layers. The WinkBed Plus is constructed with responsive latex instead of a second foam layer. As a result, the Plus felt bouncier and more supportive than the other three models when we tested them.

All WinkBeds contain pocketed coil support cores. This layer is divided into different zones based on coil gauge, or thickness, creating more pushback beneath your torso and hips and gentler cradling for lighter areas of your body. A cover made of breathable, moisture-wicking Tencel fabric encases the mattress.

WinkBeds offers free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. Each mattress comes with a sleep trial allowing you to test the mattress for up to 120 nights. If you’re unsatisfied with your initial firmness selection, you may exchange the original mattress for a new model at no extra cost. The replacement model is also backed by a 60-night trial. WinkBeds provides a lifetime warranty to all buyers.

The DreamCloud Mattress is a hybrid with a medium firm (6) feel that’s ideal if you prefer a balance of cushioning and support at a reasonable price-point. Thanks to thick foam layers and a high overall profile, we found the mattress isolates motion for couples better than most competing hybrids, but a sturdy coil system also ensures decent edge support and ease of movement across the surface.

How It Performed

The DreamCloud’s balanced design appealed most to the side sleepers on our team. Our sleep testers who primarily use this position and weigh between 130 and 230 pounds awarded the mattress its highest ratings across multiple performance categories. The memory foam contoured evenly and absorbed a lot of movement when we lay on the bed, but most of us didn’t sink excessively, thanks to the supportive coil system.

Temperature control was another major strength of the DreamCloud during our tests. The cashmere-blend cover was exceptionally breathable, while the coils generated steady airflow to keep the interior cool. The coils also made the mattress feel sturdy and stable along the perimeter, which can be beneficial for people who have difficulty getting in and out of bed.

What It’s Made of

The DreamCloud begins with a quilted cover made from a soft, hand-tufted cashmere blend. A layer of adaptive polyfoam is sewn into the cover, creating a plush feel when we got in and out of the bed. The comfort layer is composed of memory foam infused with cooling gel, and this is followed by a transitional polyfoam layer to prevent you and your partner from sinking too deeply.

The support core consists of pocketed coils over a base layer of high-density foam. Each coil is encased in fabric and designed to move independently, so you’ll find that the mattress isn’t as rigid or springy as a traditional innerspring.

The 365-night sleep trial that comes with each DreamCloud purchase is one of the longest in the online mattress industry. Shipping is free of charge throughout the contiguous U.S. If you keep your mattress after the trial period ends, you’ll also receive a lifetime warranty against structural defects.

The Nolah Evolution 15 is a quintessential foam hybrid with a thick comfort system that enhances cushioning along your spine, while a zoned support system prevents your body from sagging uncomfortably. Thanks to these features, we recommend the Evolution 15 if you frequently feel pain or stiffness due to uneven spinal alignment.

How It Performed

The Evolution 15 comes in three firmness levels – medium (5), medium firm (6), and firm (8) – which appealed to different sleeper types during our tests. Our side sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds and back sleepers under 130 pounds enjoyed the softest model’s deep contouring for pressure points. The mid-range model was the most versatile, earning its highest ratings from side sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds, back sleepers who weigh up to 230 pounds, and stomach sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds. Our back sleepers who weigh at least 130 pounds and stomach sleepers over 230 pounds enjoyed the firmest model’s even support.

The three models had varying testing performance depending on the firmness level. Couples who value motion isolation may prefer the softest model, which absorbed most noise and movement transfer in our tests. Meanwhile, we recommend the two firmer models for those who prioritize a responsive surface for sex. All three models excelled in temperature regulation thanks to the breathable coils and cover material.

What It’s Made of

We found the Euro-top quilted with polyfoam gives the mattress’ surface a plush feel. Next are two layers of polyfoam that contour to your body to relieve pressure. The top polyfoam layer also features a graphite infusion meant to conduct and dissipate heat away from the body. A thinner polyfoam transitional layer completes the comfort system, acting as a buffer between the foam layers and the coils.

The support core consists of pocketed coils, which are zoned to provide extra support to your midsection and prevent excessive sinkage. Additional coils are zoned along the perimeter of the mattress for extra edge support. The support core rests on a polyfoam base layer to prevent shifting. A quilted cover made from proprietary ArcticTex fiber designed for cooling encases the mattress.

The Evolution comes in seven sizes, including a split king. Nolah ships free to customers living in the contiguous U.S. Mattresses come with a 120-night sleep trial to test the mattress, and you can return it anytime after the 30-night break-in period for a full refund. You can also waive the sleep trial for a discount at checkout. Whether or not you opt for the trial, the Evolution 15 is backed by a lifetime warranty.

The Casper Snow may be a hybrid, but its plush medium (5) feel and deep cushioning make this mattress more comparable to an all-foam model. Breathable surface foam, phase change material, and proprietary HeatDelete cooling bands help ensure excellent overall temperature control, so you can enjoy the Snow’s cloud-like cradling without overheating.

How It Performed

As a softer-than-average hybrid model, the Snow was popular among members of our testing team who typically dislike the robust, responsive feel of hybrids. The most favorable ratings came from side and back sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds. Although some of our stomach sleepers under 130 pounds enjoyed the mattress, most testers who use this position sank too much.

The Snow earned high marks for motion isolation and pressure relief, two performance areas where hybrids and innersprings often struggle. Our testers felt little to no motion transfer when lying next to someone else on the mattress, and body-mapping sensors indicate most people weighing up to 230 pounds should experience minimal pressure buildup. Lastly, the mattress received impressive scores for temperature control. This came as a surprise to our team, given the Snow’s deep cushioning, but our tests confirm the cooling features work as intended.

What It’s Made of

The Snow’s first layer consists of proprietary AirScape polyfoam. This open-cell material is both adaptive and breathable, so you can enjoy a close contour without feeling uncomfortably warm. Phase change material and cooling bands provide additional heat dissipation. The memory foam transitional layer is zoned to reinforce the midsection and cradle lighter areas of the body.

Pocketed coils encased in dense foam make up the support core. Although the foam is designed to prevent deep sinkage along the perimeter, you may not feel secure sleeping near the edges of your mattress — especially if you weigh more than 230 pounds. The cover is a specialty fabric engineered for a cool-to-the-touch feel.

The Snow is competitively priced, and shipping is free of charge for all shoppers in the contiguous U.S. and provincial Canada. Casper’s sleep trial runs for 100 nights. If you keep your mattress after the trial period ends, you’ll also receive a 10-year warranty covering various manufacturing defects.

The Saatva Classic will be a comfortable option for anyone who prefers the responsive, springy feel of classic innersprings but also wants some body contouring from their sleep surface. If you tend to sleep hot, the double layer of coils promotes strong airflow to help keep your bed cool at night.

How It Performed

You can choose between three firmness levels for your Classic: soft (3), medium firm (6), or firm (8). You can also choose between two thickness options. This wide range of options ensures most people can find a comfortable feel regardless of body type or general preferences. During our tests, the deep cradling of the soft model felt most comfortable to testers who sleep on their side and weigh up to 130 pounds. The medium firm model offered a balance of cushioning and support that earned high marks from our side and back sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds. The firm model felt most comfortable to testers who weigh over 230 pounds, as well as back and stomach sleepers above 130 pounds.

During tests, we found temperature control was one of the Classic’s biggest strengths. We attribute this to the breathable organic cotton cover and the dual coil design, which allows plenty of steady airflow through the mattress. As a result, we recommend the mattress for people who tend to sleep hot.

What It’s Made of

The mattress features a Euro-top cushioned with polyfoam and memory foam, resulting in a plush feel on the surface. Beneath is a transitional layer composed of pocketed minicoils that respond to your body while also providing pushback to balance out the contouring foams above. A support core of sturdy hourglass coils made the Classic feel exceptionally stable during our performance tests – especially along the edges.

Saatva is one of the only online mattress brands in the country to offer free White Glove delivery for all customers. This service includes full assembly in a room of your choice and removal of your old mattress at no extra charge. You’ll also receive a 365-night sleep trial and lifetime warranty with your purchase.

When it comes to comfortable sleep, we’ve found that adequate temperature control plays an integral role. If you tend to feel excessively hot in bed, you’re a prime candidate for the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe. This mattress features phase change material (PCM) in its cover and top comfort layer. PCM is designed to absorb and release body heat to maintain a cool sleep surface at all times.

How It Performed

All three firmness levels of the Aurora Luxe showed specific strengths during our hands-on tests. The medium soft (4) design excelled at pressure relief and motion isolation – two performance areas where hybrids tend to fall short. Our team’s side and back sleepers weighing less than 130 pounds felt most comfortable on this model. If you need more support but still enjoy some cushioning, you should opt for the medium firm (6) design, which earned the highest ratings from our side, back, and stomach sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds.

The firm (7) model offers the sturdiest support. This design was popular among our side sleepers weighing more than 230 pounds, and back and stomach sleepers weighing at least 130 pounds. Each Aurora Luxe performed exceptionally well during our temperature control tests, though we detected the lowest amount of heat buildup on the firm model.

What It’s Made of

The Aurora Luxe is available in medium soft, medium firm, and firm designs. All three begin with a polyfoam comfort layer infused with PCM and copper for added cooling, followed by a second comfort layer of latex-like TitanFlex polyfoam. The two softest designs are constructed with a gel-infused memory foam transitional layer, while the firm model contains a dense polyfoam transitional layer. For an extra fee, you can upgrade your mattress with an additional foam layer in the comfort system. This layer — known as the “Cloud” pillow-top — makes the surface feel a bit softer.

All versions of the Aurora Luxe feature pocketed coil support cores. These coils are divided into three zones, creating extra pushback for your midsection while cradling lighter areas of the body. Extra reinforcement along the perimeter also made the edges feel more stable during our edge support tests. A breathable, knit cover infused with PCM encases the entire mattress.

Brooklyn Bedding sells the Aurora Luxe in 10 different sizes, including a split California king for people who share an adjustable bed with their partner and three RV-friendly options. Ground shipping is free of charge within the contiguous U.S., and each mattress is backed by a 120-night trial period and 10-year manufacturer’s warranty.

The Emma Hybrid Comfort is designed with thick foam comfort layers and a coil layer that supports your body. The foam does a nice job of preventing movement from rippling across the surface and also absorbs noise. If you’re prone to wake-ups from a restless sleep partner, this model should suit you well.

How It Performed

The Emma Hybrid Comfort earned favorable feedback from side sleepers on our team who weigh over 130 pounds and back sleepers up to 230 pounds, which is no surprise given that these sleep positions benefit from the balance of cushioning and support offered by this model. Stomach sleepers who weigh over 130 pounds may sink too much in the midsection and would benefit from a firmer model.

Our testers report that this mattress, which has a medium firm (6) feel, excelled at relieving pressure. This is due in large part to the generous foam layers that contour closely to the body. While this bed contains coils, the foam absorbed some of the noise that’s commonly associated with coils.

What It’s Made of

The mattress begins with a top layer of adaptive polyfoam that cradles your body. Beneath is a memory foam layer that enhances pressure relief, followed by another polyfoam layer. A pocketed coil layer gives the bed a moderately bouncy feel while generating sturdy support. The coils are zoned to enhance support in the chest and midsection, areas where it’s most needed. This is followed by a high-density foam base.

Emma offers 365 nights to try out the mattress at home. If you decide to keep the mattress, you’ll receive a 10-year warranty. Shipping is free to addresses in the contiguous U.S.