Most Comfortable Mattress

The all-foam Nectar Mattress delivers top-notch pressure relief and motion isolation at an affordable price-point.

Each of the Nectar’s three layers has a distinct purpose. The uppermost layer is made of gel-infused memory foam designed to contour closely to your body without absorbing too much heat. Our testing team observed that the polyfoam layer beneath is slightly more responsive and works to limit sinkage. Together, these two layers disperse your weight to help prevent pressure points.

The support core consists of 7 inches of polyfoam that provide stability and durability. This polyfoam is firm enough to help keep your spine aligned while you sleep. The mattress cover uses a blend of polyester, nylon, and polyethylene, which is designed to wick away heat.

While the Nectar received good overall marks from the majority of our team, some testers enjoyed it more than others. Side sleepers in particular praised its pressure relief, while back and stomach sleepers weighing less than 230 pounds also found that it offered a comfortable sleep experience. However, our stomach and back sleepers over 230 pounds noted that it felt too plush for their tastes.

The Nectar stood out during motion isolation tests because of the close contouring of its memory foam. The thick foam layers prevent vibrations from moving across the mattress, allowing couples to change positions without waking each other. Sleepers with pressure-induced aches and pains may also appreciate the mattress’ contouring.

Nectar provides a 365-night sleep trial and a lifetime limited warranty. Shoppers who live in the contiguous U.S. receive free shipping.

For people seeking a sturdy, crowd-pleasing all-foam mattress at an approachable price, the Nectar fits the bill.

Saatva is known for crafting luxury mattresses using high-quality materials, and the Saatva Latex Hybrid is no exception. This model uses wool, latex, and pocketed coils to provide responsive pressure relief.

The hybrid construction of this medium firm (6) mattress begins with a hand-tufted, GOTS-certified organic cotton cover. Next, a layer of GOTS-certified organic wool wicks away moisture and helps regulate the surface temperature. The comfort system continues with a 3-inch layer of Talalay latex that has five firmness zones designed to support the spine.

Talalay latex contours gently but is typically bouncier than synthetic foam, which was clear in our mattress tests, with team members noting that the surface of the Saatva Latex Hybrid was easy to move on.

A zoned pocketed coil core provides extra pushback beneath the heavier parts of your body to help keep your spine aligned. The increased lumbar support may be particularly beneficial for people who experience back pain.

During tests in our sleep lab, our team took note of the bed’s sturdy perimeter coils that enhance edge support and provide stability when getting in and out of bed. Our tests also showed that the Latex Hybrid’s breathable comfort layers and coil-based support core do a great job of regulating temperature by promoting airflow and allowing excess body heat to escape.

The Saatva Latex Hybrid’s combination of edge support and responsiveness make it easy to move around on, both during sleep and during sex. Additionally, the individually wrapped coils cut down on motion transfer, and a cotton and wool base limits shifting.

The mattress received stellar ratings from the stomach and back sleepers on our team who weigh between 130 and 230 pounds. They noted that it provided just the right amount of cushioning without sacrificing support to the midsection. It was least popular among team members who weigh less than 130 pounds and sleep primarily on their side. These sleepers didn’t receive sufficient pressure relief and said they would prefer a slightly softer bed with greater contouring.

Saatva provides free White Glove delivery to addresses within the contiguous U.S. The company also offers a 365-night sleep trial, although customers who return their mattresses pay a $99 processing fee. The Latex Hybrid includes a lifetime warranty.

Combining breathable latex and high-quality pocketed coils with luxury touches like a hand-tufted cover and zoned construction, the Saatva Latex Hybrid is an appealing choice for those who are willing to pay a little extra for comfort and support.

The flippable Layla Mattress has an all-foam construction that relieves pressure points for side sleepers across all weight groups. The mattress is relatively lightweight, making it easier to switch between its medium soft (4) and firm (7) surfaces.

Both surfaces use memory foam to alleviate pressure buildup. A copper gel infusion in the material is designed to transfer heat away from the body and inhibit odor-causing microbial growth. The medium soft side has a 3-inch layer of memory foam layer that provides deeper contouring. An additional layer of zoned polyfoam enhances the medium soft side’s cradling and support. On the firm surface, a 1-inch layer of memory foam sits directly on top of the polyfoam core, offering slight cushioning with minimal sinkage.

The mattress includes a cover that’s designed to feel cool. Combined with the copper gel-infused memory foam, the Layla Mattress has enough features engineered for temperature regulation to appeal to hot sleepers who prefer foam. Its flippable design is also ideal for sleepers with changing firmness preferences.

Our testing team includes people of all weight groups and preferred sleeping positions. Side sleepers weighing less than 230 pounds opted for the enhanced contouring of the medium soft (4) side of the mattress, while those over that weight felt better supported by the firm (7) side. Though there were differing opinions among our lighter back and stomach sleepers about their preferred firmness level, testers over 130 pounds who primarily sleep in those positions were in unanimous agreement that the firm side is better.

Layla provides free shipping and a 120-night sleep trial to shoppers in the contiguous U.S. The mattress also comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

If you’re not sure what firmness is right for you — or if you’re seeking a versatile mattress for a guest room — the Layla’s reversible design gives you two options in one well-constructed bed.

The Casper Nova Hybrid is engineered for exceptional cooling. Most of the layers are specially designed to avoid trapping heat, starting at the top with a cover made with phase change material that feels cool to the touch.

The top layer of the comfort system is made of patented AirScape polyfoam coated in gel intended to cool the surface. A secondary layer of zoned AirScape polyfoam enhances the support around the center of the bed to promote spinal alignment. Small perforations in these top two AirScape layers let heat escape.

Next, a layer of polyfoam with seven distinct firmness zones adds more targeted support and pressure relief. A foam encasement increases the model’s edge support. During partner tests in our sleep lab, we found that the pocketed coil core imparts springiness while limiting motion transfer, making it easier for partners to change positions without disturbing each other.

We found that the Nova Hybrid provides great pressure relief to side sleepers of all weight groups, though testers who weigh between 130 and 230 pounds benefited most from its medium (5) feel. It also performed excellently for back and stomach sleepers under 130 pounds, though our heavier testers who sleep in these positions commented that they prefer firmer support.

Casper provides free shipping and a 100-night sleep trial to shoppers in the contiguous U.S. and Canada. The Nova Hybrid carries a 10-year limited warranty.

For sleepers who run hot in bed but still want soothing pressure relief and strong motion isolation, the Casper Nova Hybrid offers a good balance of contouring foam layers and cooling features.

Finding the right mattress can be difficult for couples with different firmness needs — especially if they’re shopping with limited budgets. The Pillar Split Firmness Mattress is designed with a plush, adaptive medium soft (4) feel on the left side, and a more supportive medium firm (6) feel on the right. If this setup doesn’t correspond to your preferred sides of the bed, simply rotate the mattress after unboxing it.

Our testers noticed deep contouring on the medium soft side. Since the comfort system has multiple foam layers, you’ll notice close cushioning and a slow response to movement. The medium firm side is also somewhat adaptive, but should provide adequate support for people who weigh up to 230 pounds — side and back sleepers in particular.

Transitional polyfoam provides additional cushioning while maintaining an even surface for your body. The coils are zoned to push back against the extra weight from your midsection and cradle lighter areas of the body. Perimeter reinforcement also helps ensure minimal sinkage when you lie close to the edges of your mattress or get in and out of bed.

The Split Firmness Mattress’ design is an asset for anyone whose preferred firmness is different from their sleep partner’s. Our team found that the left-hand side was most comfortable for side and back sleepers weighing less than 130 pounds, while the firmer right side accommodated people in these weight groups up to 230 pounds. Stomach sleepers under 130 pounds also preferred the latter.

Thick coils in a zoned configuration help ensure good ease of movement and little to no resistance when you change sleep positions. Since the coils promote steady airflow, the mattress should also sleep fairly cool. If you need extra temperature control, you can upgrade to a cover made of GlacioTex phase change material that dissipates body heat on contact.

While the Split Firmness Mattress is on the expensive side, it may be a wise long-term investment if one or both of you loses sleep due to not feeling comfortable in bed. Standard ground shipping is also free within the contiguous U.S. Each purchase includes a 120-night trial period. If you keep the mattress after the trial ends, you’ll also receive a lifetime warranty against various defects.