Best Twin-Size Mattresses (2025), Compact Comfort for Maximum Rest

When evaluating the Nectar Classic Memory Foam, mattress tester Livvi DiCicco found it to be a memory foam mattress that checks all the boxes. The twin-sized Nectar excels in categories where many all-foam mattresses often fall short, particularly in cooling and responsiveness. Livvi rated the Nectar Classic 4/5 or higher in cooling, responsiveness, and motion isolation.

Many memory foam mattresses tend to absorb more heat than their hybrid counterparts because they lack an innerspring coil layer that facilitates airflow. Fortunately, the Nectar Classic combats this with a cool-to-the-touch and breathable cover layer. Livvi was wowed by the Nectar’s ability to keep things crisp and comfortable, awarding it a perfect 5/5 in the cooling category during testing.

“After lying on the Nectar for a few minutes and then measuring its surface temperature with a thermal gun, I found that it only increased by 3.9 degrees,” Livvi said. “These are exceptional results for this mattress type.”

The Nectar Classic also impressed Livvi in the responsiveness category. Slow-sinking memory foam isn’t typically known for being easy to move around and switch positions on. However, the medium-firm feel of the Nectar defies that trend. Livvi found that the Nectar was quick to snap back to its original shape after applying weight to its surface and moving around on it, and awarded it a 4/5 in the responsiveness category.

“The Nectar has a doughy feel on top, but it’s much easier to move around on it than most foam beds,” Livvi said. “Rolling from my stomach to my back was probably the most difficult. If you’re looking for a soft memory foam surface that isn’t too challenging to shift positions on, the Nectar could be a solid option for you.”

The Nectar Classic also effectively dampens movement, so while you are moving around and changing sleeping positions, your partner should remain undisturbed on their side of the bed. During testing, Livvi gave the Nectar a 4.7/5 in the motion isolation category.

Unfortunately, the Nectar Classic falls short in some areas. We wouldn’t recommend this mattress to strict side sleepers with sensitive joints or sleepers who weigh 230 pounds or more.

Since the Nectar Classic is firmer than most memory foam beds, side sleepers with joint pain may not receive enough cushioning around high-pressure areas like the shoulders and hips. Meanwhile, sleepers with bigger bodies will likely sink further into the Nectar’s foam layers, potentially causing spinal misalignment.

For more information about the Nectar, including notes from a licensed physical therapist, check out our full Nectar Classic mattress review. For a softer memory foam option with a more traditional, slow-sinking feel, consider the Helix Sunset mattress instead.

The twin-sized Helix Midnight is an excellent mattress for combination sleepers who frequently toss and turn, changing their sleeping positions to find comfort at night. The Midnight is the brand’s most popular model, and it was easy for our in-house team to see why. During testing, we awarded this mattress a rating of 4/5 or higher in terms of response and edge support.

Combination sleepers require a responsive surface that is easy to move around on at night. Like many other hybrid models, the Midnight performed well in this category, earning a 4/5 in the response category. Our in-house mattress tester praised the Helix Midnight’s soft yet buoyant surface that allowed him to move around without feeling trapped in its layers.

“The top layer feels plush and cushioned, but it didn’t feel too restrictive,” he said. “I was able to move from my back to my side, or my side to my stomach, without too much effort. That said, I had to exert some effort turning all the way from my back to my stomach.”

Another crucial factor for combination sleepers is edge support, especially when they’re working with less real estate on a twin-sized mattress. Our mattress testers gave the Helix Midnight a near-perfect 4.4/5 edge support score, thanks to its sturdy reinforced perimeter. If you’re a combination sleeper who gravitates toward the edge of the mattress, you won’t have to worry about accidentally rolling off the bed because of a saggy edge.

“I didn’t notice much sinkage at all while lying on the edge of the mattress,” our tester said. “It felt very supportive, even when changing positions. I’m a side-sleeper and would feel very comfortable and supported sleeping at the edge of this mattress.”

However, if all that tossing and turning causes you to work up a sweat at night, the Helix Midnight might run a little too warm for you. During testing, our in-house team gave the Midnight a 3.5/5, as its cooling abilities were only slightly above average. I would recommend one of our best cooling mattresses instead if you find yourself overheating at night.

Head over to our full Helix Midnight mattress review to learn more about this model. For a similar mattress with superior cooling, consider upgrading to the Helix Midnight Luxe instead. 

Medium-firm is the most popular mattress firmness because, for many sleepers, it hits the sweet spot between comfort and support. The WinkBed Luxury Firm model delivers exactly that balance, which is why it stands out as my favorite mattress in this category. Melanie Kassel and her fellow mattress testers gave this mattress a rating of 4/5 or higher in terms of back pressure relief and edge support.

According to Dr. Dasgupta, “Medium-firm is usually the sweet spot for back sleepers; it’s firm enough to keep your lower back from sinking but soft enough to relieve pressure.” Melanie found this to be true of the WinkBed during testing and awarded it a 4/5 for back-sleeping pressure relief.

“Back sleeping is where the WinkBed excelled for me,” Melanie said. “In this position, I could feel the full plushness of the pillow top from head to toe, plus a reassuring sense of stability from the base of the bed. I feel well-aligned overall.”

Melanie also invited Dr. Hannah Habeeb, PT, DPT, to test the WinkBed mattress and offer her professional opinion. After trying it for herself, Dr. Habeeb agreed that the WinkBed is a solid choice for back sleepers.

“I think back sleepers can enjoy this mattress, especially if they prefer a firmer feel,” said Dr. Habeeb. “It provides a lot of support and lift, placing the spine in neutral alignment.”

However, one benefit that every sleeper can appreciate about the WinkBed is its exceptional edge support. Sleepers who go with the twin-sized WinkBed will enjoy consistent corner-to-corner support that doesn’t falter, even at the far reaches of the bed. Melanie gave this mattress a 4.4/5 in the edge support category during testing.

“The WinkBed had really stellar edge support in all three sleeping positions,” Melanie said. “If my eyes had been closed, I would not have been able to tell you I was near the edge. Even when side sleeping, which is usually my most precarious position on the edge, I was fully elevated and it felt like lying on any other part of the bed.”

Unfortunately, there are a couple of areas where the WinkBed falls somewhat short. For example, while the WinkBed offers fantastic pressure and pain relief for back sleepers, it does not extend that same relief to side sleepers. During testing, Melanie and her colleagues gave the WinkBed a side pressure relief score of 3.7/5. While this is not a terrible score, strict side sleepers with joint pain may find that this mattress does not offer ample cushioning around their hips and shoulders.

I also wouldn’t recommend the WinkBed to couples with restless partners. Since this mattress is a hybrid model with innerspring coils, you will likely notice some movement transfer from your partner’s side of the bed, which is less than ideal if your partner is particularly wiggly.

Want to learn more about the WinkBed? Head over to our full WinkBed mattress review. For a similar option with better side-sleeping pressure relief and motion isolation, check out the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid instead.

The twin-sized DreamCloud mattress delivers superior back-sleeping comfort in a compact package. During testing, the DreamCloud’s comfortable and supportive hybrid design impressed our in-house team with how well it relieved tension in their lower backs. Our mattress testers praised its performance in pressure relief, edge support, and cooling, awarding it a 4/5 or higher in each category.

The DreamCloud Classic Hybrid earned an impressive 4.8/5 for back-sleeping pressure relief, and 4/5 for overall pressure relief. Our in-house mattress testers found that the DreamCloud offered the perfect amount of lift to keep their hips and lower backs aligned with the rest of their body. Maintaining proper spinal alignment is crucial for back sleepers because it prevents any awkward dips that could lead to pressure points.

“I definitely feel more on the bed than in the bed,” said mattress tester Riley Otis. “It is doing a really nice job keeping my hips in line with my shoulders. My spine feels really straight. I am feeling a lot of cushioning from the quilted cover, and it is filling in the space of my lower back.”

Cooling was another category in which the DreamCloud performed well. Our testers awarded it a 4/5 because its cooling fiber-infused top layer and breathable innerspring coils prevented it from overheating. Our mattress testers used a thermal gun to measure the surface temperature before and after lying on it for 7 minutes and found that it only increased by 6 degrees, which is outstanding.

“I did feel the mattress heating up slightly while lying there, but it went from cool to temperature neutral,” said one of our in-house testers. “Overall, I think this mattress would be a good fit for hot sleepers.”

The DreamCloud also delivered consistent corner-to-corner support during testing, earning another 4.4/5 for its edge support. A sturdy perimeter is essential when considering a smaller mattress because it enables you to use the entire surface of the bed. Our mattress testers were able to sit and lie along the sides of the DreamCloud without feeling unsteady or like they were going to fall off.

The only area where the DreamCloud displayed a less-than-stellar performance was its side-sleeping pressure relief, which our testers found to be about average. Its plush cover layer should still provide enough cushioning for most side sleepers; however, if you suffer from shoulder or hip pain, you may prefer a softer surface.

For more insights about this mattress, including commentary from a licensed physical therapist, visit our full DreamCloud mattress review. If you’re a side sleeper looking for a softer mattress, check out the Leesa Sapira Chill instead.

While no mattress can completely cure your allergies, investing in a hypoallergenic model can help you keep the sniffles at bay. The Nolah Natural is one of the best in its class, thanks to its durable organic latex that offers responsive, pressure-relieving support. During testing, Melanie Kassel gave it a 4/5 or higher in edge support, responsiveness, and pressure relief.

Latex mattresses are often known for being highly supportive and responsive, and the Nolah Natural is no different. The Nolah earned a 4.6/5 and 5/5 in edge support and responsiveness, respectively, thanks to its buoyant surface that quickly snaps back after applying weight to it. 

While testing the Nolah Natural, Melanie praised it for two things: offering ample edge-to-edge support to maintain proper spinal alignment and being incredibly easy to move around on.

“While on my back and stomach, I felt no dipping and was assured the bed would hold me securely,” Melanie said. “On my side, I could only perceive the slightest bit of sinkage at the edge. It was also super easy to change between each sleeping position, thanks to its springboard-like surface.”

The Nolah Natural also performed well across the board in pressure relief. Melanie gave it an overall score of 4.2/5 in this category, thanks to its ability to relieve tension in pressure-prone areas on her back and side.

“It’s hard to overstate how effective the zoned support layer was on this mattress for pressure relief,” Melanie said. “My hips felt like they were being lifted gently and securely, and like the bed would never let my lower back sink too low to cause discomfort.”

That said, the Nolah Natural suffered in the motion isolation and cooling categories. Because the surface of the Nolah is so bouncy, you can feel every movement ripple across the mattress, meaning it is likely not the best fit for couples with restless sleepers. 

The organic cotton cover also retained more heat than we anticipated. Although it didn’t cause us discomfort during testing, we wouldn’t recommend this mattress to individuals who get extremely hot at night.

To learn more about this model, visit our full Nolah Natural mattress review. For a similar option with better motion isolation and cooling, consider checking out the Nolah Evolution instead.

The twin-sized Saatva Youth is ideal for kids who are ready for an upgrade that gives them more room to spread out while offering the support they need as they continue to grow. During testing, Riley Otis teamed up with 10-year-old Conrad to see how the Saatva Youth would perform for kids and found that it excelled in nearly every category. Riley and Conrad awarded the Saatva Youth a 4/5 or higher in pressure relief, edge support, and cooling.

The flippable Saatva Youth features a firm side and a soft side, catering to different age groups. Saatva recommends the firmer side of their mattress for older children (ages 8-12), and the softer side for younger kids (ages 3-7).

During testing, 10-year-old Conrad tried out the softer side of the mattress to evaluate its pressure-relieving abilities. While lying on his side, Conrad told us that he didn’t notice any discomfort in his hips or shoulders.

“I think kids who sleep on their side will like this bed,” Conrad said. “It feels firmer on my back, but still comfortable.”

Lightweight adult tester Riley Otis took on the firmer side of the Saatva Youth. She found that the firm side offered enough support to promote good posture for children. After averaging Riley and Conrad’s pressure relief scores, we gave the Saatva a 4.3/5 for this category overall.

“I think the Saatva Youth offers the perfect amount of support to keep kids’ spines in healthy alignment,” Riley said. “I also felt comfortable lying on my back on this mattress. I could see this being a good guest bedroom mattress, too.”

The Saatva Youth’s sturdy support also extended to the far reaches of the mattress. Riley gave the edge support a 4.7/5 because its perimeter showed no signs of sagging.

“Parents should have no trouble sitting on the edge of the bed to read their kids a story,” she said. “I also felt supported while lying along the sides of this mattress. I didn’t feel like I was going to roll off, regardless of what position I was in.”

Finally, Riley and her colleagues performed the cooling test on both sides of this mattress and found that it remained relatively cool. It earned a 4/5 in this category overall. While the Saatva felt mostly breathable, it warmed up slightly, which may present an issue for children who get particularly hot at night.

Want to see if the Saatva is right for your little one? Visit our full Saatva Youth mattress review to see how it performed on all our tests. If your child tends to overheat at night, the Leesa Kids might be a better option.

At just $641 before any discounts, the Bear Original is one of the best budget-friendly twin mattresses on the market. Memory foam lovers who want a cool, crisp sleep experience will especially appreciate it. During testing, we awarded the Bear a 4/5 or higher in cooling and edge support, which are categories where many all-foam mattresses typically struggle.

Unlike other all-foam models that tend to trap heat within their layers, the Bear Original earned a 4/5 in the cooling category, making it an excellent choice for hot sleepers who prefer the feel of memory foam. 

“While the mattress got warmer under the places where my body was applying the most pressure (my head and hips), its temperature didn’t fluctuate much for a foam mattress,” said mattress tester Melanie Kassel.

Edge support was another pleasant surprise. Despite being an all-foam mattress without coils, the Bear provided consistent stability across the surface, which is essential for sleepers with twin mattresses who have less space to work with.

Melanie gave it a 4.2 out of 5, adding, “Surprisingly, I didn’t feel like I was about to roll off the mattress, but I could sense the edge of the mattress dip slightly.” 

Longtime Bear owner and colleague Kate Meier agreed: “I’ve never had any issues sliding off the edge or feeling like I was going to fall off the bed.”

However, where the Bear falls short is in pressure relief. Its firmer feel works best for back sleepers, but side sleepers may find it lacks sufficient contouring at the shoulders and hips. Side sleepers will likely need a softer model or a mattress with a pillow topper to provide more cushioning along these parts of the body.

Dr. Hannah Habeeb, our chief medical product tester and licensed physical therapist, shared similar thoughts about the Bear Original after testing it herself. 

“I don’t feel myself sinking in much,” said Dr. Habeeb. “I’m noticing a little more pressure around my hips than I would like for a side sleeper. I feel it around my shoulder too. However, my spinal alignment is neutral, which is a good thing.” 

For more information about the Bear, head over to our full Bear Original mattress review. If you require a little more cushioning, the Bear Elite Hybrid might be a better fit.

The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid is a standout mattress, thanks to its balanced combination of contouring memory foam and supportive innerspring coils. Like many other high-quality hybrid models, the Brooklyn Bedding mattress excels in cooling, edge support, and pressure relief, earning a 4/5 or higher in each category.

Hybrid mattresses are known for typically being better than memory foam mattresses at dispersing heat, thanks to the innerspring coils in their construction. The Signature Hybrid is no different, scoring 4.5/5 in the cooling category during testing.

Mattress tester Livvi DiCicco found that the Signature Hybrid effectively regulated temperature, even for hot sleepers. Using a thermal gun, Livvi measured the surface temperature before and after resting on the mattress for five minutes; the bed’s temperature only rose by 6 degrees, confirming its strong heat-dissipating performance.

“I didn’t feel any noticeable heating up as I lay on the bed,” Livvi said. “Overall, I’d say it kept things pretty temperature neutral.”

The innerspring coils in the Signature Hybrid also contributed to its superior edge support. Livvi gave it a 4.2/5 in this category, noting that its sturdy perimeter felt just as supportive as the center of the mattress. This is especially valuable in a twin-size bed, where maximizing the sleep surface is essential.

“Lying down along the edges was seamless,” Livvi said. “I didn’t notice any sinkage in any position. And as for switching between them, I didn’t feel like I was compressing the edges too much as I moved.”

We also invited our chief medical product tester and licensed physical therapist, Dr. Hannah Habeeb, to weigh in on the Signature Hybrid’s support and pressure relief:

“I think this mattress should be comfortable for side sleeping,” Dr. Habeeb said. “In this position, there’s a good balance of support and cushioning, so I’m getting some nice pressure relief.”

While the Signature Hybrid performed well across the board, its motion isolation and responsiveness might leave something to be desired by certain sleepers. This Brooklyn Bedding mattress may not be the best fit for couples with restless partners or for combination sleepers who need a bouncier surface to switch positions easily.

To learn more about this model, check out our full Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress review. For sleepers seeking stronger motion isolation, the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe may be a better alternative.

The best mattresses for heavy people are designed to resist sagging under pressure and stay supportive night after night. The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus is a twin-sized mattress built with sleepers with bigger bodies in mind, offering sturdy support throughout its entire surface. During testing, our in-house team awarded the Titan Plus a perfect 5/5 in edge support and responsiveness.

Unlike most hybrid mattresses, the Titan Plus doubles down on durability with ultra-dense foams layered over reinforced innerspring coils designed to support sleepers weighing over 230 pounds or more. During testing, our in-house reviewer praised the Titan’s sturdiness across its entire surface, awarding it a perfect 5/5 in edge support.

“No matter how close I got to the edge of the bed—even when I dangled off the side to reach my phone on the floor—the bed supported me with no dipping or sagging,” our tester said. “The firmness of the bed at its far edge was virtually identical to the firmness in the center of the mattress, no matter which sleeping position I tried.”

Our in-house testing team also invited our chief medical product tester and licensed physical therapist, Dr. Hannah Habeeb, to weigh in on the support and pressure relief of the Titan Plus. She agreed that the Titan provided robust support and added that it did an excellent job of relieving pressure along her lower back. 

“I feel very comfortable on my back,” said Dr. Habeeb. “I’m not sinking too much into the mattress. My hips are supported, and so is my lumbar region. There’s just the right amount of sinkage to cushion the lower back and fill in any gapping.”

However, the real crown jewel of the Titan Plus is its stellar responsiveness. Our testers gave this mattress a perfect 5/5 response score, making it ideal for combination sleepers with bigger bodies who need something that they can easily move around on without feeling stuck in its layers.

The only caveats to be aware of about the Titan Plus are its firmness level and cooling. Since this mattress is intentionally quite firm to support heavier bodies, it is likely too stiff for lighter sleepers or those with sensitive joints. The Titan Plus also scored 3/5 in the cooling category, meaning its performance was average. Based on our testers’ feedback, we wouldn’t recommend this to sleepers who are prone to overheating at night.

Learn more about the Titan in our full Titan Plus mattress review. For a similar option with better cooling, consider upgrading to the Titan Plus Elite, which has a cool-to-the-touch cover layer.

Like many other organic mattresses, the twin-sized Birch Natural features high-quality materials that provide consistent comfort and support. During testing, the Birch earned a 4/5 or higher in responsiveness, edge support, and cooling.

If you’re a combination sleeper looking for a mattress that is easy to move around and change sleeping positions on, the Birch Natural should be at the top of your list. During testing, our in-house team praised its fusion of buoyant Talalay latex and innerspring coils, awarding it a perfect 5/5 in responsiveness.

“It was incredibly easy to switch between all three sleeping positions,” said one of our mattress testers. “My mattress at home is so hard to move around on, so this was nice. Switching from stomach to back was especially easy.”

The breathable innerspring coils also helped the Birch Natural earn an impressive 4/5 in the cooling category.

“I could feel the Birch warm up a little bit, but it felt nice,” our tester said. “It was more cozy than anything, which is my preference. I’d recommend this for people who are average when it comes to sleeping temperature. However, hot sleepers might want to find something with a cool-to-the-touch cover.”

If you plan on purchasing the twin-sized version of the Birch Natural, you’ll be pleased to know that it offers sturdy edge-to-edge support. In other words, you will feel just as supported and comfortable along the side of the bed as you do in the center. Our in-house tester awarded the Birch mattress another 4/5 in the edge support category.

“It felt good lying down along the perimeter of the mattress,” our tester said. “I never felt like I was going to roll off, and it was easy to switch positions.”

That said, our mattress testers noticed that the corners sank more when they sat on them. If you’re someone who uses the corner of your bed to tie your shoes or if you bear down on the sides to stand in the morning, you would likely fare better on a mattress with reinforced edges.

For a full breakdown of the Birch’s performance across all our tests, plus insights from a licensed physical therapist, visit our complete Birch Natural mattress review. For a mattress with stronger edge support for individuals with mobility concerns, check out the Saatva Classic instead.