Honorable mention
There are a few mattresses we’ve tested that aren’t as outstanding but are decent and worth mentioning, if you’re thinking about them.
Helix Sunset Elite at $2,811: Our top pick, Helix, also has the Elite Collection, which consists of seven mattresses with a spectrum of softness. At 16 inches tall, it’s the “tallest mattress on the Internet” and ships in two separate boxes, each heavy enough to meet FedEx requirements. Firmness is determined by the density of the top layer foam, which is zipped into a larger support system. This enables the mattress to be adjusted if you regret your order. The bottom part has two separate layers of micro coils. I spent a month sleeping on the softest model in the Elite line, dubbing Sunset, and admiring the deep cradling effect. Helix offers a 100-day trial period on all of its mattresses.
Wayfair Sleep 14-Inch Plush Cooling Gel Hybrid Mattress for $400: This plush mattress has a top layer of cooling gel that conforms to your body’s comfort and has classic pocket coils underneath for structure and support, with layers of memory foam coils of varying thickness. Around are for extra support (combination of coils and memory foam helps. Even with less motion transfer). The knitted upper cover and sides help with breathability and an overall cooling effect. The mattress is also compatible with an adjustable bed base, has solid edge support, is CertiPUR-US and Oeko-Tex certified (ensuring your mattress contains no harmful toxins). , and has a 10-year warranty. If you like a more plush mattress, this bed is super comfortable.
Nature Padak EOS for $3,499: Think of it as the organic cousin of the Helix Elite above, as it’s also a larger and firmer mattress that separates into three boxes. If you’re looking for an organic hybrid mattress that allows for customization, NaturePad’s EOS is a solid (if expensive) choice. I ordered it firmer to see how I slept after months of medium-sized mattresses, and it was really firm, with springs that held up after only three weeks of on-and-off sleeping and my 9-year-old’s a lot. After more jumps, they started to soften. old daughter You can change layers for free for 100 nights, which means just finding the right firmness. Note that this is a heavier mattress thanks to the natural latex layer, but it’s firm enough that the company offers a 25-year limited warranty.
Mattresses to avoid.
There are some models you should avoid. Many of these beds are extremely affordable, and if you’re not picky, they can feel fine. In other cases, the mattress is decent but the price is not.
- gave Magniflex Magnistretch 12 Italian-made and advertises itself as spine-tingling. It has been endorsed by retired Italian soccer player Giorgio Chiellini and current pro basketball player Stefano Tante, who plays for the Italian equivalent of the Boston Celtics. Well, Magniflex certainly does something To the spine, though I found it very unappealing. (It is worth noting that I I am No The same Martin Szimmer who played a bit of pro soccer in Slovakia.) I only lasted two nights on Magnistretch before crying uncle and limping to my next mattress tester. The morning after felt like I had slept on a chain-link fence swing, and my lower back felt weak and irritated—very likely it had been pulled, and if so, Turns out I don’t like it. My back stretched.
- gave Sleep No. Climate 360 Smart Bed (5/10, Wired Review) The temperature can be controlled, which is amazing. The adjustable base means you can stay comfortable while watching TV, reading or sleeping. Unfortunately, the price tag has a lot of digits, and sleep experts recommend avoiding electronic use before bed—advice that the Sleep IQ app rejects. Did we mention it costs about the same as a used Buick and weighs not far behind?
- gave Amazon Prime Mattress. Cheap ones are made of foam that isn’t dense enough, causing a lot of sinking.
- gave Parachute Eco Comfort Mattress Just doesn’t live up to its extravagant price. The model we tested didn’t have adequate padding on top of the coils.
