The 11 Best Mattresses of 2025, Tested by Our Editors

If you’re a stomach sleeper, a back sleeper, or even a combo sleeper (someone who switches up positions in the night), then Saatva’s Classic Mattress is a phenomenal investment. It comes in three firmness levels: plush soft, luxury firm, and firm. All excellent choices, but we love the luxury firm as a “just right” firmness that’s great for combo sleepers and couples with different sleep styles or mattress preferences.

No matter if you choose the 11.5-inch height or the 14.5-inch height, laying on this mattress will feel every bit as luxurious as a fine hotel bed, and maybe the best part—at least for us—is how green it is as each mattress is made to order, so they don’t sit in storage. The naturally breathable organic cotton cover allows more airflow to help disperse body heat.

“The mattress was delivered on time, and the delivery team was professional and well-presented,” noted our tester. “The Saatva Classic Mattress is a dream. It perfectly balances firmness, support, and softness, delivering lasting comfort throughout the night. Unlike some mattresses that become uncomfortable over time, this one maintains its support, allowing me to wake up feeling refreshed and restored.” They said, “My sleep has noticeably improved. I toss and turn less and stay in deep sleep longer. The mattress cradles me in a way that seems to ease daily stress, making it easier to relax. Once I lay down, I naturally trust that I’ll have a good night’s sleep.”

Other bonuses we enjoyed while testing include a responsive dual-coil design made of recycled carbon steel that’s tempered three times for superb durability. And it’s all assembled in the USA. Saatva’s quality is unparalleled, and even though it’s a bit pricey (especially when not on sale) it’s worth the investment. If you tend to flip-flop between sleeping on your stomach and your back, pick this one up.

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Allswell’s Luxe Hybrid is made from layers of innovative memory foam with individually wrapped coils for the perfect blend of comfort and support. It all adds up to a medium-firm feel—a good medium for most people, gently contouring to your body. The mattress is encased in a fabric designed to feel cool to the touch, so you’re not just getting a cheap bed; you’re getting a great budget buy that promises to keep you cool all night long.

And the big bonus: The CertiPUR-US certified foams are made without toxic chemicals like mercury, lead, formaldehyde, and phthalates. This sleeper shows you don’t necessarily need to “invest” thousands in a mattress for it to be just what you need for a good night’s rest. A Queen-sized option is available for less than $400 delivered.

Tuft & Needle’s Original Mattress hits all our best marks for a Goldilocks sleeper. The mattress has a medium-firm feel with a memory foam top layer and a supportive foam stability layer. Our favorite detail is the cooling knit top of the mattress, which helps make the memory foam mattress layer feel 10x more comfortable. But best of all about this sleeper is its price point: Tuft & Needle has found the perfect sweet spot for providing a whole lot of value for under $1,000.

Thanks to a supportive design, the mattress caters to both back sleepers and stomach sleepers exceptionally well. It’s also worth mentioning that buying mattresses for stomach sleepers can be difficult, so it’s nice to see the T&N Original provide enough support to keep most sleepers’ hips from sinking down too far into the bed. (Allowing the hips to sink too far when sleeping on your stomach can result in some nasty back pain.)

One of our testers said, “I like the responsiveness of the foam—it’s firm, but you sink in just enough. You do not sink in too much, but it is still very supportive and comfortable.” They did, however, state, “It could honestly be slightly less responsive, but if someone didn’t want that, they might not want to try a memory foam mattress.” Overall, they noted, “My sleep has been better, objectively. When I sleep on my girlfriend’s older mattress, I can tell the difference right away—my back feels great, and it’s a very comfortable sleeping experience.”

The only qualm about the T&N Original is that some side sleepers may want to opt for something a tad more plush. The good news is the 100-night sleep trial gives plenty of time for personal testing. The 10-year limited warranty is solid bonus, as is the free delivery and free returns.

Unlike most hybrid mattresses, which are a combination of memory foam and innerspring coils, Avocado’s Green Mattress contains over 1,400 pocketed support coils arranged in five zones for more calculated comfort. The materials used consist of 100% GOLS (Global Organic Latex Standard) certified organic latex, 100% GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified organic wool, and 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton. These certifications ensure you’re sleeping on the highest premium quality materials—no polyester, polyurethane foams, or toxic fire retardants. It’s another great option for buyers who are extra conscientious about the products they bring into their homes, even their mattresses.

Personally, I love my Avocado mattress. Having owned one for the past two years, I can safely say that it has drastically improved my overall sleep. Not only has my sleep improved from a quality standpoint, but I have gotten to the point where I actually look forward to crawling into bed. I find a firmer mattress to be ideal, and the beauty of Avocado is that it comes in firm, medium (with a pillow topper), and plush (with a box topper).

And if you like a more plush-feeling mattress, you can upgrade to an attached European-style pillow-top filled with an additional two-inch layer of GOLS organic certified latex rubber foam. Ideal for all side and combination sleepers, it provides superior pressure relief and a luxurious feel. With a starting price of $2,000 (closer to $3,000 for the plush version), it ain’t cheap. But Avocado does throw in free shipping and a 25-year warranty to protect your investment.

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Shopping for the right cooling mattress (with the perfect firmness and the right cooling materials, all at the right price) is hard enough. But finding the best cooling mattress when you’re a couple is enough to test any relationship.

The DreamCloud is designed to be all things to all sleepers. The hybrid construction blends wrapped coils (to maximize airflow) and proprietary gel memory foam (for the perfect balance of comfort and support) with a cooling cashmere-blend (yes, really!) cover. Our sleep-loving testers found this a winning combination that wicks away heat like a champ. After months of testing, one of our “hottest” sleepers noted, “This is the first mattress in a long time where I didn’t wake up every few hours drenched in sweat. I’m keeping this one.”

What’s more: By combining individually wrapped coils with a moisture-absorbent foam layer, this mattress almost completely eliminates motion transfer. For couples who tend to flip and flop in the night, it’s a god-send.

“I really like how it’s both soft and supportive—I don’t sink into it like I would a foam mattress (i.e., the kind that feels nice for a second but is murder on your back and makes getting up/moving around a hassle), but I also don’t feel any springs pushing up against me and making it feel too bouncy,” said another tester. “It’s a really nice mix of foam and innerspring mattress, and it cradles my body while still letting me move around. (As a note: I’m a restless sleeper, tossing and turning, but the mattress seems to absorb a lot of that motion so the bed doesn’t feel quite so reactive to my movements.)”

They also noted that it’s not for everyone. “My wife has a bad back and tends to need a little more support than I do, so for those who need that kind of spring support (especially for your back), it’s not ideal.”

The best part? It’s also one of the most affordable cooling mattresses we tested in the past year. A queen is available from $799 delivered. Plus, you’ll get free returns, a 365-night in-home trial, and a lifetime warranty.

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The Snow is Casper’s premier sleep surface for the hottest of sleepers. It’s built with a long list of high-tech features to absorb and dissipate heat no matter how toasty you get. If you’re looking for the best cooling mattress with maximum pain- and pressure-relieving back support, then you’ll want to take a look at this mattress. With its conforming memory foam, you get one comfortable mattress for enhanced support and a cooling touch. With its thermal bands, it helps to regulate heat for 12+ hours, while the phase change materials help pull heat away from your body, and the cool touch cover gives it a “brisk” feeling.

Our panelists unanimously agreed that the combination of flex coils, multiple layers of foam (each with its own unique comfort and cooling characteristics), and the snow cover is a winner. This is a solid cooling mattress option for couples.

“It’s very firm, and it does not transfer motion, when you turn over, your partner barely notices,” explained our tester. ”Even when a 70-pound Bernadoodle jumps up on the bed, there’s not too much movement.” This is definitely the pick for those who prefer something a little firmer than most. “The wife says it’s a little too firm, but I like it. and it’s heavy when you make it and have to lift it to tuck in the sheets.”

At more than $2,000 for a queen, this mattress is a bit of an investment but relatively affordable for all the built-in cooling tech. The free shipping and free returns are included, along with a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty. Plus, Casper is a regular favorite among our sleep-savvy panelists, so we confidently recommend the Snow Cooling Hybrid to anyone looking for a cooling mattress that’s great for back pain, too.

Side sleepers ideally need a medium-firm consistency, as you want something that’s soft in order to support the positioning of your shoulders and hips but not be too stiff. Basically, side sleepers should feel like they’re slipping into a plush and supportive cloud when they fall asleep—and The WinkBed (in luxury firm) makes it happen.

On top of the mattress, there’s a soft cover derived from Tencel, a natural, eucalyptus-based performance fabric that’s cool to the touch. The next layer is a pressure-relieving, quilted Euro-pillow top that ensures your back, hips, and shoulders receive superior cushioning and support. And lastly, there’s a layer of individually wrapped pocketed coils, and an extraEDGE support system provides a more sleep-able area through enhanced edge support. You get a high level of cushioned comfort and breathability at a not-too-crazy cost. Sounds pretty nice, right?

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When you think of an adjustable bed, it’s hard to get more robust than the excellent TEMPUR-Adapt from Tempur-Pedic. When paired with the brand’s Smart Base, the mattress can be adjusted to several positions, including a more upright one for reading or watching TV. If you or your partner tends to be a snorer, a gentle incline of the head can help ease it up and give you both a good night’s rest.

The mattress is also enhanced with advanced motion-absorbing properties. So you and your significant other can sleep comfortably and undisturbed through each other’s shifting, thus ensuring you wake up feeling fully rested and refreshed.

“I love the mattress, though I should note there is no such thing as too firm of a mattress in my opinion, and this thing is FIRM. I sink into it just enough that it’s comfortable but still keeps my back/body straight. I’ve also sat on things with a full coffee, glass of water, and can of beer placed on it next to me, I moved around and shifted my body, and they’ve never split or even shaken (though I admit I am tempting fate here),” exclaimed our tester. How have they slept on it? “Incredible, I’ve been sleeping possibly too well on it. I’m not someone who traditionally sleeps in or even relies heavily on an alarm, and I’ve found myself knocking out for 9+ hours on this thing pretty regularly to the point I’ve had to recommit to the alarm lifestyle. Also, not to sound 100 years old, but my back has felt amazing since sleeping on it.”

This mattress, as with all Tempur-Pedic mattresses, is pricey at more than $3,000 (for a queen). You’ll want to invest in a premium (and probably pricey) frame, too, to protect and get the most out of your new mattress. But, if only the best will do and you don’t mind splurging, this is easily one of this year’s best mattresses for men.

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Purple’s proprietary GelFlex Grid might be our favorite mattress innovation since the adjustable frame. It’s not just a marketing gimmick. We can confirm it’s the real deal (we’ve tested other Purple mattresses previously). It’s soft yet adaptive, so it works with your body size, weight, and preferred sleep position to deliver serious pressure relief. That makes it very, very comfortable. Not surprisingly, it’s been a consistent favorite among our mattress test panel for years. But because it relies on hundreds of open channels, it’s also amazing at shedding body heat and keeping hot sleepers cool.

The Rejuvenate line from Purple just recently got an overhaul, and we’re currently in the middle of testing it. Initially, those who prefer a very firm sleep surface will want to opt for the Firm option, as the Soft is very soft. It’s also a luxury mattress with a luxury price tag to match. Expect to pay north of $5,000, even when it’s on sale. But Purple does offer a 10-year warranty and a 100-night in-home trial. So there’s that. We’ll update with testing notes when our tester has been able to spend time with this newly-overhauled mattress from Purple.

For those who want all of the plushness, this is the mattress for you. Let’s get the obvious out of the way: This is one of the best organic mattress brands on the market right now. It’s made with U.S. grown organic cotton, organic wool, organic latex, glue-free encased coils, and a non-GMO PLA layer to enhance its resiliency and improve moisture wicking. It’s also GOTS-certified and EWG-certified as well, making this one super sustainable and eco-friendly mattress.

The real awesomeness of this mattress comes down to its ability to truly customize it to your comfort levels. Featuring a multi-layered zippered construction, you can choose different firmness levels on both sides of the mattress ranging from firm, cushion-firm, medium, medium, plush, and ultra-plush, so this is an ideal selection for couples, too. With a 100 day trial period, you can swap layers as many times as you need until you get it just goldenly perfect for you. The pillow top version has six inches of luxe latex over eight-inch coils for unparalleled comfort.

I normally am more fond of a firm mattress environment, but this mattress far exceeded my expectations. Its comfort is like that of being swaddled by a cloud. As someone who works out at an intense level day-in and day-out, this plush mattress does a phenomenal job of relieving pressure throughout the night, helping to aid in my recovery. I felt more rested the next morning, allowing me to tackle the pursuing day’s work out harder than ever.

While this is an investment, as pricing starts at $3,000 upwards, for athletes, this may be worth the investment to level-up your health and sleep game.

For the most advanced mattress tech, look no further than Sleep Number’s i8 Smart Bed. The brand is also our pick for best adjustable mattress. Not only can you individually customize your firmness on a nightly basis, but it’s a stellar model for best temperature regulating, too, as the Sleep Number adds even more functionality with the i8 model.

“I live in a janky Brooklyn apartment with a floor that is both crooked and sloped. Before I got this adjustable mattress, I was forced to prop my old, normal mattress on differently-leveled risers (two on one end, one on the other) just so that I could sleep on a level surface. Thanks to the adjustable base, I just change the angle and I’m able to lie on the bed without feeling like I’ll roll off. The feel of the mattress is also adjustable on two sides—one for me, one for my partner—so I can change just how soft or firm I need it (slightly firmer for me),” said our tester. They noted an improvement in sleep too, saying, “Over almost four years, the comfort and ease the bed has provided has been a major plus.”

With their most popular combination of support, plush, and cooling, you and your significant other will get each a great night’s rest, on separate sides. You’ll have to buy the extra supporting system, so be ready to invest multiple thousands of dollars into this setup for the full range of functionality, but it’s totally worth it if you value innovation for your slumber.

Meet the Experts

• Jeffrey Durmer, MD, PhD, is a sleep and circadian neurologist of over 20 years. He’s a Chief Medical Officer at Absolute Rest, a company that develops personalized systems to optimize sleep for athletes and high performers.
• Dr. Durmer has worked with organizations like the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and the United States Olympic Weightlifting team as their Sleep Performance Director. Additionally, he serves as a Sleep Medicine advisor to the Federal Aviation Administration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Mattress Firmness Is Best for You?

Like Dr. Durmer mentioned, back and stomach sleepers usually require less cushioning, while side sleepers need more cushioning. This is all relatively subjective, though, because it still comes down to personal preference. There are also no real strict standards for firmness across mattress makers. One manufacturer’s “firm” might be another’s “medium-firm.” The only way to know for sure if a mattress is right for you is to test it out, ideally in person. That’s why it’s so important to double-check any in-home trials and warranties.

Even if a mattress seems like a good fit at first, you may not like it as much six months from now. It’s essential to know that you can return or exchange it and how much it’ll cost you to do so. Some companies offer free shipping but may charge extra to return a non-defective mattress. These return fees can vary from as little as $50 to several hundred dollars—costs that can seriously add up.

What Is the Best Mattress for Hot Sleepers?

If you are a hot sleeper and sweat a lot at night, then there are a couple actions you can take to optimize cooling in your sleep. The first, and probably easiest, is by adding a cooling mattress topper. Second is you can look for a mattress that prioritizes temperature regulation in its design. Dr. Durmer notes that in toppers and in mattress you can look for an open-cell foam design in order to help dissipate heat from the mattress itself.

A third action is purchasing a surface temperature regulating pad. We love how the Eight Sleep Pod Cover provides a constant cooling surface all night long.