15 Best Mattresses for a Better Night's Sleep
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Shopping for the best mattress is not how it used to be. In yesteryear, you would go to an overly fluorescent showroom with about 100 mattresses waiting to lie on. Maybe you'd unenthusiastically choose one (and dump your clothes in the wash as soon as you came home), maybe you wouldn't. The whole process was fairly mundane and often led to restless nights. Now, with an overload of bed-in-a-box brands popping up left and right, you can pick out your perfect mattress from the comfort (or discomfort) of your old mattress.
Sleep is an essential part of your overall health and well-being, according to Charla Fischer, MD, an orthopedic spine surgeon at NYU Langone's Spine Center. "Getting good quality sleep helps to decrease stress hormones," Dr. Fischer tells Allure. While a mattress is an important facet of the sleep process, it is just as important to maintain "a regular sleep routine such as limiting screen time and going to bed at the same time," Dr. Fischer explains. Let's face it: Even the best mattress doesn't stand a chance against poor sleep habits, like taking frequent naps or staying glued to your tech devices (hello, disrupting blue light) into the wee hours of the morning.
Now that you're ready to embark on your journey to better sleep, let us help you pick out your new favorite mattress (and sheet set). We rounded up the best online mattresses, which all offer, at the least, a 90-night free trial (though many offer up to a year!) so you can make sure you're satisfied with your pick.
Editor's note: All prices reflect a queen-size mattress but every option comes in a variety of sizes from twin to California king.
Helix
Helix Midnight Mattress
Helix (Midnight)
Helix (Midnight Luxe)
Why It's Worth It: The Midnight and Midnight Luxe mattresses from Helix are constructed with several memory foam layers with different densities to support your entire body and come with 10 and 15-year warranties, respectively, so you can rest even easier. While both come with a breathable Tencel cover, you can upgrade to a GlacioTex Cooling Cover to help further dissipate heat. (Another option is the cooling cover and pillow top if you're someone who prefers a cloudlike feel.) The Midnight Luxe mattress has even more layers of support for anyone with lumbar soreness.
Commerce editor Sarah Han swears by Helix mattresses. "Honestly, even mattresses at fancy hotels don't compare," she says. Currently, she has the Midnight Luxe, which has a medium feel (not too soft, not too firm) and provides enough lumbar support for her inevitable tossing and turning (she alternates between sleeping on her side and back).
Editor Tip: Helix offers a short quiz that determines the best mattress for you — questions include whether you toss and turn, your sleeping position, any pressure points you may have, body temperature, and the list goes on — and it only takes about two minutes.
Product Specs: Memory foam, Tencel cover, edge support, 100-night trial, 10 or 15-year warranty | Firmness: Medium | Sizes Available: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King
Saatva
Saatva Luxury Firm Mattress
Saatva
Why It's Worth It: If you like a coil mattress, the Saatva Classic is the way to go. Featuring its distinctive high-quality "coil on coil" construction, all Saatva mattresses provide a strong support base and top coil unit that contours and responds to your body. That means you can shift around during the night and not wake up your sleeping partner. Getting out of bed in the morning may become a lot more difficult after you feel the luxurious Euro pillow covering on top.
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Editor Tip: This is another highly customizable mattress. You can choose from three firmness levels: Plush Soft, Luxury Firm, or Firm, and you also have a choice of mattress height (11.5" or 14.5"). Additionally, each Saatva mattress is made to last 10 to 15 years, so while the initial price tag is on the higher side, you can trust that you're getting a long-lasting, quality mattress.
Product Specs: Innerspring, luxury pillow top, organic cotton cover, steel coils, free white glove delivery, 365-night trial, lifetime warranty | Firmness: Soft, Medium-Firm, or Firm | Sizes Available: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Split King, California King, Split California King
DreamCloud
DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress
DreamCloud
Amazon
Why It's Worth It: With eight unique foam layers, a cashmere-blend cover, and handmade tufts, this Dreamcloud Hybrid Mattress is the epitome of luxury — you may want to hit snooze a few more times. It has an adaptive layer of wrapped coils that promote spinal alignment, so you won't wake up with aches and pains.
Editor Tip: Like other hybrid mattresses, this one also features a mixture of high-density foams and encased coils to give you the perfect balance of contouring comfort and pushback support. You'll feel supported and comfortable regardless of whether you sleep on your side, back, or stomach, and you can try it out for a full year to see if you truly love it.
Product Specs: Hybrid (memory foam and innerspring coils), pillow top, CertiPUR-US certified foam, 365-night trial, lifetime warranty | Firmness: Medium Firm | Sizes Available: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King
Nectar
Nectar Mattress
Nectar
Amazon
Why It's Worth It: Attention to all sweaty sleepers: This all-foam Nectar Mattress is a great choice to keep you cool all night. With its special cooling cover, this option helps to circulate air and wick away any heat that starts to build up while you sleep. The quilted gel memory foam also contours your body and increases air circulation between you and your bed.
Editor Tip: This is definitely a firm mattress, but not such that you'll feel like you're sleeping on a brick. If you want something a bit softer but don't want to sacrifice the extra support, opt for the Nectar Premier mattress, which offers an extra inch of softness. (Allure contributor Sarah Madaus owns both the original and the Premier and loves them both.) Not sure if you'll like it? Nectar offers a 365-night trial for you to test it out.
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Product Specs: Memory foam, cooling cover, free delivery, 365-night trial, lifetime warranty | Firmness: Firm | Sizes Available: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King
Tuft & Needle
Tuft & Needle Mattress
Tuft & Needle
Amazon
Why It's Worth It: This Tuft & Needle Mattress keeps it simple with only two layers: a proprietary Adaptive Foam and polyurethane foam. Both of those keep this cushy option feeling, well, soft and comfy, while still feeling bouncy and supportive. The more pressure you put on it, the more it reacts to support you.
Editor Tip: All the fibers in this option are Greenguard-certified, which means that they aid in the creation of healthier indoor environments and release fewer pollutants into the air. It's also made from a fabric that is often used as an alternative to cotton, which dries six to eight times faster than other fabrics and can help you sleep cooler and longer.
Product Specs: Memory foam, motion control, CertiPUR-US certified foam, 100-night trial, 10-year warranty | Firmness: Medium-Firm | Sizes Available: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King
Leesa
Leesa Original Mattress
Leesa
Why It's Worth It: The sturdy, three-foam layers of the Leesa Original Mattress allow for maximum cooling, body contouring, and pressure-relieving core support. The two-inch top layer delivers the perfect airflow for a cooler night's sleep and enough bounce for freedom of movement.
Editor Tip: Despite the pillowy softness of this mattress, Leesa puts in the work when it comes to minimizing motion transfer. Additionally, one mattress is donated for every 10 sold. You also get a 100-night risk-free trial and free shipping with every order.
Product Specs: Memory foam, CertiPUR-US certified foam, 100-night trial, 10-year warranty | Firmness: Medium-Soft | Sizes Available: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King
Plank
Plank Firm Mattress
Plank (Plank Firm)
Amazon (Plank Firm Luxe)
Why It's Worth It: If you're looking for a new bed that's definitely not soft, this is the one to opt for. (Folks, the brand's called Plank for a reason.) A firm feel is great for back support, weight distribution, and motion isolation. Aside from the physical benefits, a firm mattress is less prone to sagging than its softer counterparts, and it might just last longer, too.
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Editor Tip: The layers of dense foam support your spine and joints regardless of your sleeping position, but it's especially comfy for back sleepers. If you unbox the mattress and it's a little too plank-like, flip it over! The Plank is designed to be dual-sided. One side is extra firm, while the other is firm.
Product Specs: Memory foam, optional cooling cover, 120-night trial | Firmness: Firm | Sizes Available: 14, including standard sizes as well as short sizes and unique sizes for RVs
Avocado
Avocado Green Mattress
Avocado
Why It's Worth It: At 13 inches thick, this Avocado Green mattress delivers a balanced level of firmness, comfort, and support with only 100% organic latex foam, natural wool, certified organic cotton, and up to 1,414 pocketed support coils. Nicely, this is another one where you can choose from several firmness options so you can find the right mattress for you.
Editor Tip: The soft, hand-tufted rosettes on top are made from pure white Joma New Zealand wool, which is a time-honored technique that dates back to the 17th century. Those perfect little tufts are not only adorable, but they are also highly functional — they prevent trenches and lumps from appearing over time.
Product Specs: Hybrid, GOTS-certified organic latex, Greenguard Gold certified, 365-night trial, 25-year warranty
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