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Written by Livvi DiCicco, Certified Sleep Science Coach
Livvi has been writing and researching sleep-based content for over a year. This, alongside her penchant for napping and extreme tossing and turning, has made her something close to an โexpertโ in the realm of sleep science, sleep products, and sleep accessories. Sheโs been consulted for her knowledge of the sleep space by publications such as Authority Magazine, Bustle, and Livingetc.
Melanie has been writing and editing sleep-related content for more than four years. After creating a comprehensive guide to sleep hygiene for a sleep tracker app, she became fascinated by the science behind getting good rest. Since then, sheโs immersed herself in the complicated world of mattresses and bedroom accessories, marrying her sleep expertise with a wealth of product knowledge.
Riley is a staff writer and Certified Sleep Science Coach specializing in mattress testing and reviews. She works with the content team to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. Riley graduated from Elon University in 2024 with a degree in journalism and creative writing. As a lover of sleep herself, Riley enjoys learning about the best sleep products and helping readers find their perfect match. Her insights have been featured in Livingetc, Real Simple, Womanโs World, and Yahoo News.
After Sosha began writing sleep-related content, she knew she wanted to learn more about this important (yet often elusive!) aspect of human health and well-being. She became a Certified Sleep Science Coach to better understand what goes into getting a good nightโs restโincluding oneโs choice of mattress. Sosha now calls upon this training when she tests and writes about beds and sleep accessories, and when sheโs consulted for recommendations by publications such as Livingetc.
There are plenty of reasons why people sleep hot. It could be that their heater is on blast or their bedding is too heavy. Another common culprit? Heat-trapping mattresses!
Fortunately, there are a number of beds out there for hot sleepers, 10 of which weโve highlighted in our list of the best cooling mattresses below. Weโll take a closer look at each one by breaking down the mattress construction and cooling materials.
Clarityโs Clear Winner
According to our testing, the Helix Midnight Luxe is the best cooling mattress due to its GlacioTexโข pillow-top layer that helps with heat dissipation and cooling cover featuring a Tencel material. It scored a 4.5/5 for cooling overall, but also earned high marks across the board, resulting in a truly all-star bed that should work for many sleeper types. Side and back sleepers looking for plush pressure relief and springy support should be most satisfied.
Most mattress companies use some form of cooling technology in their products: graphite, gel infusions, heat-escape gussets, Tencel fibers, etc. When selecting the mattresses for this list, we focused on those with unique, effective technology that actually helped keep us cool during testing.
Itโs not enough to include beds that just have cooling features, though. They have to pull their weight. Thatโs why we use a thermal gun in our cooling tests to measure how much heat the bed retains after a seven-minute nap. Lower numbers mean better cooling. Our testers also note whether the mattress feels cool to the touch, crisp, or cozy. These combined results lead to an overall cooling score out of 5. For this list, we chose only beds that scored at least 4/5 in this area, ensuring they remain cool and comfortable for hot sleepers.
Breathability is another consideration if cooling is an important factor for you. Itโs the most reliable way to ensure a mattress stays somewhat cool throughout the night. It means that air can keep flowing through the mattress, usually with materials that have open spaces for heat to travel away from the body.
Generally, the most breathable mattresses have a hybrid constructionโthe layer of springs allows body heat that might otherwise be trapped in the dense foam to escape more easily. That said, even the non-hybrid mattresses weโve selected for this list contain elements that enhance their cooling ability. Perforated or hole-punched foams are a popular choice, for one.
While we included only mattresses that kept us cool during testing on this list, we understand that everyone is different. What worked for us may not work for you. The best way to know is to rest on a mattress yourself for an extended period, something you canโt do in-store.
Thatโs why we made sure to only include products with a generous trial period: at least 120 nights, with some lasting up to a full year. That way, if you take a chance on one of the mattresses weโve suggested and find that it doesnโt keep you cool enough, youโll have an easy time returning it for a full refund.
Our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches selected the best beds for hot sleepers by looking for top performers in the categories above: cooling, breathability, and customer policies.
But our full process involves testing several aspects of a bedโs performance, including pressure relief, edge support, and more. We evaluate and score these factors using specialized technology as well as firsthand accounts of how a bed feels to testers with different body types.
Once we have all those scores, we calculate the bedโs overall score using a weighted formula. This overall score is a good indicator of a mattressโs general quality, and is always a number out of 5.
As we decide which mattresses to feature on any roundup, we only include beds with an overall score of 3.5 out of 5 or higher. Even if a mattress does certain things well, we wonโt point you towards it if it falls below this baseline.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Sunset Luxe is one of Helixโs softest options in its luxury hybrid collection. However, it provides plush pressure-relieving comfort while maintaining optimal spinal support for a variety of sleeper types. It also demonstrated excellent responsiveness, making it particularly great for couples and combination sleepers.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Sunset Luxe is one of Helixโs softest options in its luxury hybrid collection. However, it provides plush pressure-relieving comfort while maintaining optimal spinal support for a variety of sleeper types. It also demonstrated excellent responsiveness, making it particularly great for couples and combination sleepers.
The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Studio by Leesa is a comfortable all-foam mattress that should be ideal for children, lightweight adults, and those who are looking for a good value.
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The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlexโข is an affordable bed with more layers than youโd expect from an all-foam model. It has a firm feel and targeted lumbar support along with infused copper and gel for cooling.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Canadian-made Silk & Snow Mattress is a very budget-friendly memory foam mattress with a firm feel. It has a simple two-layer construction, but the antimicrobial cover is removable for easy care. We found the bed stayed surprisingly temperature neutral given its construction, and it scored well in our pressure relief tests. We werenโt especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
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The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlexโข is an affordable bed with more layers than youโd expect from an all-foam model. It has a firm feel and targeted lumbar support along with infused copper and gel for cooling.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box thatโs made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Canadian-made Silk & Snow Mattress is a very budget-friendly memory foam mattress with a firm feel. It has a simple two-layer construction, but the antimicrobial cover is removable for easy care. We found the bed stayed surprisingly temperature neutral given its construction, and it scored well in our pressure relief tests. We werenโt especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
Free Sleep Bundle with Mattress Purchase; Up to 20% Off Sitewide
The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
30% Off Sitewide, Additional $50 Off with Code CLARITY50
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva Contour5 is a high-quality all-foam mattress. It has two firmness options and shouldnโt trap a lot of heat thanks to its cooling features.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Studio by Leesa is a comfortable all-foam mattress that should be ideal for children, lightweight adults, and those who are looking for a good value.
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The Canadian-made Silk & Snow Mattress is a very budget-friendly memory foam mattress with a firm feel. It has a simple two-layer construction, but the antimicrobial cover is removable for easy care. We found the bed stayed surprisingly temperature neutral given its construction, and it scored well in our pressure relief tests. We werenโt especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
Free Sleep Bundle with Mattress Purchase; Up to 20% Off Sitewide
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box thatโs made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Canadian-made Silk & Snow Mattress is a very budget-friendly memory foam mattress with a firm feel. It has a simple two-layer construction, but the antimicrobial cover is removable for easy care. We found the bed stayed surprisingly temperature neutral given its construction, and it scored well in our pressure relief tests. We werenโt especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
Free Sleep Bundle with Mattress Purchase; Up to 20% Off Sitewide
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Silk & Snow Hybrid is an affordable, Canadian-made mattress that packs a lot into its deceptively simple construction. It earned high marks for motion isolation and cooling, making it a great choice for co-sleepers and those who run hot. While its edge support is a bit lacking, it offers plenty of pressure relief in its cushy construction. Itโs also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
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The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Silk & Snow Hybrid is an affordable, Canadian-made mattress that packs a lot into its deceptively simple construction. It earned high marks for motion isolation and cooling, making it a great choice for co-sleepers and those who run hot. While its edge support is a bit lacking, it offers plenty of pressure relief in its cushy construction. Itโs also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
Free Sleep Bundle with Mattress Purchase; Up to 20% Off Sitewide
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box thatโs made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Silk & Snow Hybrid is an affordable, Canadian-made mattress that packs a lot into its deceptively simple construction. It earned high marks for motion isolation and cooling, making it a great choice for co-sleepers and those who run hot. While its edge support is a bit lacking, it offers plenty of pressure relief in its cushy construction. Itโs also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
Free Sleep Bundle with Mattress Purchase; Up to 20% Off Sitewide
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a hybrid mattressโit has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 6/10. This is slightly softer than the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,436-$2,924 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, short queen, king, California king, RV king
Side Sleepers
Side sleepers of all body types should feel cozy on this bed.
Back Sleepers
It has enough support for most back sleepers.
Hot Sleepers
This bedโs cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros
This bed has a hotel-like feel. The pillow top provides a plush comfort layer to sink into.
The Helix Midnight Luxe sleeps very cool, and impressed us during our temperature testing.
Even though itโs a hybrid mattress, this bed has good motion isolation. That means if you co-sleep, youโre less likely to feel your partnerโs movements.
Cons
Stomach sleepers probably wonโt find this bed supportive enough to keep their spine in proper alignment.
This is a luxury mattress model, so it wouldnโt be considered a budget-buy.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
15-year warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. Its zoned support and supportive coil layers make it a great option for back sleepers. The only element in which it scored below average was responsiveness, so if you like a super bouncy bed or youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
Testing Highlights
Cooling. The Midnight Luxe is cool to the touch and doesnโt retain much heat while you sleep.
Edge Support. This mattress has above-average edge support with little to no sinkage around the perimeter.
Response. The Midnight Luxe is bouncy enough for most, but the pillow top may impede movement for heavyweight sleepers.
Why the Helix Midnight Luxe is Best Overall Cooling Mattress
The Helix Midnight Luxe is constructed to promote airflow with pocketed coils (rows of springy coils housed in fabric pockets), a gel-infused foam layer, and a quilted pillow top made from breathable Tencel fibers. According to our tester, the Midnight Luxe felt cool to the touch, especially around her neck, and stayed that way. The heat gun reading backed this up, only showing a 4.4 degrees surface temperature increase, earning this mattress a 4.5/5 cooling score and the best overall position on our list.
The Midnight Luxe impressed us in other categories across the board, too. It has great edge support for sitting or lying close to the edge, impressive motion isolation for couples sharing a bed, and itโs responsive enough for most sleepers to change positions easily. The Midnight Luxe is a medium-firm mattress, but the zoned coils and pillow topper give it a softer feel under the shoulders and firmer feel under the hips. Itโs versatile for back and side sleepers who need just enough support without sacrificing comfort.
โIโd say the cover is cool-to-the-touch, but not overly so. I feel like most hot sleepers are going to be comfortable sleeping on this mattress, and then the pillow top contouring to you ensures that youโre feeling the cooling cover right at the surface.โ
โ Livvi DiCicco, Certified Sleep Science Coach
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Firmness: 6/10
The Helix Midnight Luxe has a medium feel, skewing slightly softer than traditional medium-firm.
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Pressure Relief: 4.2/5
Above average. Only our heavyweight tester noted some pressure on his lower back while back-sleeping.
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Edge Support: 4.8/5
Above average. There was minimal sinkage when sitting or lying down at the edge of the mattress.
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Cooling: 4.5/5
Above average. The Midnight Luxe has a cool-to-the-touch feel at the surface.
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Motion Isolation: 4/5
Average. We could feel some movement from the other side of the bed during the coupleโs test.
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Response: 4/5
Average. This bed has bounce, but the pillow top is softer, potentially impeding some movement.
Who Might Like the Helix Midnight Luxe
Hot sleepers. This mattress can help prevent overheating.
Side & back sleepers. Midnight Luxe offers a good balance of support and comfort.
Couples. Good enough motion isolation to keep partners from disturbing each other when changing positions.
Who Might Not Like the Helix Midnight Luxe
Stomach Sleepers. Thereโs not enough support on this mattress to keep the spine in proper alignment if you sleep on your stomach.
Budget Shoppers. This is a luxury model, so itโs on the more expensive side.
Heavyweight Sleepers. The Midnight Luxe is medium-firm, but it errs on the softer side, so heavyweight sleepers may need a firmer option.
Doctorโs Note
โThis is a very comfortable mattress. I donโt feel any pressure build up, and I feel very supported.โ โ Dr. Hannah Habeeb, DPT, chief medical product tester
Other User Reviews
The Helix Midnight Luxe has a 4.5-star rating out of 5, with 8,700 reviews. Reviewers rave about how cool the mattress stays during the night, saying it also strikes the right balance of comfort and support. The primary complaint among negative reviews is too much sinkage, creating pressure for heavyweight sleepers.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: Helix Midnight Luxe
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.4
Nectar
Nectar Premier
Soft Feel
Pressure Relief
Breathable
Foam mattress
365-night sleep trial
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The Nectar Premier is an all-foam mattress with a high-density base layer and several layers of plush foam on top.
Firmness
The Nectar Premier is softer than average. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated it a 6/10. For reference, 6.5/10 is considered the industry standard of medium-firm.
Price
$1,049-$2,398 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Hot Sleepers
The Phase Change Material cover, paired with the cooling gel foam, helps dissipate body heat.
Side Sleepers
It offers lots of pressure relief for side sleepers who weigh less than 275 lb.
Pros of the Nectar Premier
It has a balanced foam feel. Youโll feel like youโre resting โon topโ of the bed, rather than โinsideโ it.
The plush foam layers offer lots of pressure relief for side sleepers.
The cooling materials help dissipate body heat.
Cons of the Nectar Premier
Itโs not supportive enough for most heavyweight back sleepers.
It lacks a bouncy and responsive feel.
This mattress might be too pricey for some people.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period.
The Nectar Premier mattress is a luxurious bed that offers lots of pressure relief. Itโs softer than average, which makes it a nice option for many side sleepers. This mattress has cooling gel foam and a cover made with Phase Change Material, so it works well for hot sleepers. However, it may not be supportive enough for many back and stomach sleepers. And because itโs a high-end model, it could be out of some peopleโs budgets. To learn more, watch our video review.
Testing Highlights
Cooling. The Midnight Luxe is cool to the touch and doesnโt retain much heat while you sleep.
Edge Support. This mattress has above-average edge support with little to no sinkage around the perimeter.
Response. The Midnight Luxe is bouncy enough for most, but the pillow top may impede movement for heavyweight sleepers.
Why the Nectar Premier is Good for Couples
Memory foam is usually one of the best mattress types for couples because of its strong motion isolation, but it also tends to trap heat, which isnโt ideal for hot sleepers. The Nectar Premier is the solution, providing a rare balance of both features. During our test, the surface temperature rose only 4.4 degrees, earning a 4.5/5 for cooling and a 4.3/5 for motion isolation.
The Nectar Premier leans to the softer side for firmness, and our heavyweight tester noticed sinkage in all sleep positions. However, our average-weight testers loved the contoured feel in the back and side positions, saying it relieves pressure on the shoulders and hips. Nectar also offers robust customer service assurances with a 365-night trial and a lifetime warranty if you decide to keep it.
โThe bed felt cool and cozy the whole time I was lying on it. I couldnโt detect a noticeable change in temperature and almost fell totally asleep.โ
โ Melanie Kassel, Certified Sleep Science Coach
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Firmness: 6/10
The Nectar Premier has a slightly soft feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.6/5
Above average. Both side and back sleepers should enjoy the plush, contouring feel of the Nectar Premier Memory Foam.
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Edge Support: 4/5
Below average. The edges of the Premier Memory Foam dipped quite a bit when sitting down on them.
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Cooling: 4.5/5
Above average. The Nectar Premier Memory Foamโs cooling cover keeps temperatures low at the surface.
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Motion Isolation: 4.3/5
Above average. Couples shouldnโt feel their partnerโs movements on this bed.
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Response: 3/5
Below average. Youโll need to put in the effort to move around on the Nectar Premier Memory Foam.
Who Might Like the Nectar Premier
Couples. Above-average motion isolation means the Nectar Premier will keep partners from disrupting each otherโs sleep too much.
Hot sleepers. This mattressโs construction promotes airflow and doesnโt retain heat, so you stay cool while sleeping.
Average Weight Sleepers. The Nectar Premier contours to your body, offering pressure relief for side and back sleepers weighing between 130 and 230 pounds.
Who Might Not Like the Nectar Premier
Heavyweight Sleepers. If youโre over 230 lbs., youโll probably have too much sinkage to get the support you need with this mattress.
Combination Sleepers. Our testers sank down into the layers of this mattress, which can make switching positions difficult during the night.
Those Looking for a Firm Mattress. The memory foam makes this mattress pretty soft, so not a good option if you prefer medium-firm or firm mattresses.
Doctorโs Note
Instantly feel great on my side. This mattress is just soft, but I like how it is also supportive, and thereโs no pressure buildup. โ Dr. Hannah Habeeb, DPT, chief medical product tester
Other User Reviews
The Nectar Premier boasts a 4.5-star rating out of 5, with 9,600 reviews. Reviewers praise the comfort, support, and quality of sleep compared to other mattresses. Negative reviews consistently cite the firmness, saying the mattress is comfortable, but much softer than they expected.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.4
Leesa
Leesa Sapira Chill
Multiple Firmnesses
Pillow Top
Breathable
Hybrid mattress
100-night sleep trial
Free shipping
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The Leesa Sapira Chill is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Plush, Medium-Firm, and Firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Medium-Firm model a 6/10, which is slightly softer than average.
Price
$1,499-$2,399 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Hot Sleepers
This bedโs cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Side Sleepers
Great pressure relief for side sleepers under 230 lbs.
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Pros of the Leesa Sapira Chill
This bed is available in several firmness options. That means a variety of sleepers should be able to pick a feel that works for their needs.
It sleeps impressively cool. The cooling cover and breathable foam and coils mean it offers strong temperature-regulation.
The pillow top gives the bed a hotel-like feel. This provides plenty of cushion while the coils offer zoned support.
Cons of the Leesa Sapira Chill
This is a more responsive mattress, so you wonโt get that signtaure memory foam sinking feeling.
The Leesa Sapira Chill isnโt a cheap mattress.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period.
The Leesa Sapira Chill is a cool, comfortable bed that pairs a plush pillow top with supportive zoned coils. Itโs available in three firmness options, so many sleepers should be able to choose a model that works for their sleeping position. This isnโt the cheapest option for a cooling mattress, though. Instead, check out the Cocoon Chill.
Testing Highlights
Pressure Relief. The Lessa Sapira Chill provides great pressure relief for back and side sleepers.
Edge Support. Our testers didnโt notice a drop in support even sitting on the edge of the mattress.
Cooling. This mattress is cool to the touch and doesnโt retain a ton of heat while you lie on it.
Why the Leesa Sapira Chill is a Good Cooling Hybrid Mattress
The Leesa Sapira Chill is a hybrid mattress built with pocketed coils and multiple layers of foam. Its cooling features, such as gel infusions in the foam, a cooling cover, and a ventilated layer, help promote airflow and offset some of the heat hybrid mattresses usually trap. This mattress earned a 4/5 for cooling in our tests, but it doesnโt sacrifice pressure relief (4.5/5) or edge support (4.3/5) to do it.
This bed should work well for both back and side sleepers because the hips, shoulders, and spine all fell into proper alignment in both positions during our tests. Our in-house tester even said the support felt the same all the way across the mattress.
โSwitching positions had no effect on the support. If my eyes were closed, it might even be hard to tell whether or not I was on the edge of the bed.โ
โ In-house tester
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Firmness: 6/10
The Medium Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid has a slightly softerโbut still mediumโfeel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.5/5
Above average. Our testers encountered plenty of pressure relief in the back- and side-sleeping position.
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Edge Support: 4.3/5
Above average. The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid has excellent edge support for sitting and lying down at the far reaches of the bed.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. True to its name, the Leesa Sapira Chill has a pleasantly cool-to-the-touch feel.
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Motion Isolation: 3.8/5
Below average. Youโll likely feel your partner moving around on the other side of the bed, just like we did.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. Though itโs a hybrid mattress, the Leesa Sapira Chill has a doughy pillow top that makes it harder to move around on.
Who Might Like the Leesa Sapira Chill
Combination Sleepers. This mattress has a thick pillow top, but is responsive enough for most combination sleepers to switch positions easily.
People Who Need Support & Breathability. The Leesa Sapira Chill strikes a balance between offering strong support and good airflow to keep you cool.
Back & Side Sleepers. This mattress allows hip, shoulder, and spinal alignment for both back and side sleepers.
Who Might Not Like the Leesa Sapira Chill
Those looking for a memory foam sinking feeling. This mattress is bouncier than you might expect for a pillow-top, so you wonโt get a contouring feel.
Stomach Sleepers. Not enough support for stomach sleepers, which could result in aches and pains.
People who want a true medium-firm feel. We tested the medium-firm model, and it was on the soft side compared to comparable mattresses.
Doctorโs Note
โThe Leesa Sapira Chill has that plush, cushiony element to it where you feel almost weightless.โ โDr. Hannah Habeeb, DPT, chief medical product tester
Other User Reviews
The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid mattress has an overall rating of 4.3/5 on Leesaโs website, based on 227 reviews. Positive reviewers say this mattress offers great pressure relief at the hips and shoulders for side sleepers while staying cool. The most common complaint is that the medium-firm model feels softer than expected.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.6
DreamCloud
DreamCloud Original
Firm Feel
Responsive
Affordable
Hybrid mattress
365-night sleep trial
Free shipping
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The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 7.5/10. This makes the mattress firmer than average.
Price
$839-$2,178 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Couples
Good balance of motion isolation and responsiveness.
Budgets
Itโs an affordable hybrid model thatโs often available at a discount.
Pros of the DreamCloud
It is a good option for back sleepers. While it is a bit firmer than average, its balance of comfort and support will keep the spine in neutral alignment.
You should never feel stuck in this mattress. The DreamCloud is bouncy and responsive, so you will have no trouble moving around and changing positions.
The DreamCloud is a good value option. Hybrid mattresses can be quite pricey, but the DreamCloud is surprisingly affordable.
Cons of the DreamCloud
Side sleepers will want to find a softer mattress to give them the pressure relief they need.
Fans of slow-moving memory foam wonโt get that feeling on the DreamCloud.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period.
The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress that offers great support for back sleeping and a carefully balanced mix of motion isolation and bounce. Itโs definitely on the firmer side, so side sleepers may crave more cushion, but we think itโs a solid choice for couples, heavyweight sleepers, and shoppers on a budget.
Testing Highlights
Response. The DreamCloud is a very bouncy mattress, which makes it easy to move around on and change positions.
Pressure Relief. Despite a firmer feel than comparable mattresses, the DreamCloud delivers above-average pressure relief, particularly for back sleepers.
Motion Isolation. Our testers felt some movement during the sleep partner test, but much less than expected from such a responsive mattress.
Why the DreamCloud Original is a Good Affordable Cooling Mattress
The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress with a cool-feeling quilted cover, gel-infused memory foam comfort layers, and a breathable coil support layer. This mattress keeps body heat from being trapped, earning a 4/5 score for cooling, while maintaining a balanced feel of firmness and support that youโd expect from a high-end luxury mattress.
The DreamCloud also impressed our testers by earning a perfect 5/5 for responsiveness. โItโs very easy to switch positions on this bed,โ said our tester. โItโs super bouncy, and I never feel like Iโm โstuckโ or putting in effort to move around.โ The DreamCloud scored average for motion isolation, but it should be enough to keep disturbances at bay for most sleepers.
โI am feeling a lot of cushioning from the quilted cover, and it is filling in the space of my lower back. I think if you are a lightweight combination sleeper, this would be a really good option for you.โ
โ Riley Otis, Certified Sleep Science Coach
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Firmness: 7.5/10
The DreamCloud mattress has a firmer feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.4/5
Above average. Even with its firm feel, the DreamCloud offers great pressure relief for both back and side sleepers.
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Edge Support: 4.4/5
Above average. The DreamCloud has exceptional edge support, regardless if you lie down or sit at the mattress perimeter.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The DreamCloud provides a temperature-neutral feel.
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Motion Isolation: 4/5
Average. We could feel some motion transfer on the DreamCloud, but nothing that would cause extreme disturbance.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. Itโs extremely easy to move around on the bouncy DreamCloud hybrid.
Who Might Like the DreamCloud Original
Back Sleepers. Despite the firmness, the DreamCloud provides excellent support and spinal alignment for back sleepers.
People who move around. This mattress has exceptional responsiveness, so you shouldnโt have any problems changing position or getting in and out of bed.
Those looking for high-end features at a budget price. The DreamCloud outperformed its price tag in our testing.
Who Might Not Like the DreamCloud Original
Very light sleepers. Youโll probably feel some movement if you sleep with a partner, which may be enough to disturb light sleepers.
Slow-moving foam fans. The DreamCloud has foam layers, but you wonโt get the traditional hugging feel of true memory foam.
People who sleep on their stomachs. Even if itโs not your primary sleep position, if you sleep on your stomach at all, this mattress isnโt going to be comfortable for you.
Other User Reviews
The DreamCloud Classic has 9,300 reviews on DreamCloudโs official website, averaging a 4.6/5 star rating. Many reviewers mention back pain relief and how cool the mattress sleeps as the best features of this mattress. Negative reviews note that the bed is too firm for side sleepers, and the memory foam topper is an expensive add-on.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: DreamCloud Original
WinkBeds โ Best Cooling Mattress for Stomach Sleepers
Best Cooling Mattress for Stomach Sleepers
Mattress Clarity Score
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The WinkBed is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Softer, Luxury Firm, and Firmer. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Luxury Firm model a 7/10, which is slightly firmer than the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,149-$2,049 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Side Sleepers
Great pressure relief for side sleepers over 130 lbs.
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
This bedโs cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros
It has a bouncy, responsive feel. This is great for combination sleepers who benefit from a bed that makes it easy to change positions at night.
The WinkBed features zoned support. With firmer foam at the top and bottom and more cushioning foam in the middle, this bed has excellent lumbar support.
This bed sleeps cool. Thanks to the breathable coils and gel-infused memory foam, hot sleepers can expect a cool nightโs rest.
Cons
This isnโt the best option for motion isolation.
The WinkBed doesnโt have a traditional โsink-inโ memory foam feel.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bedโs excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed thatโs easy to move around on. For couples looking for motion isolation, though, this probably isnโt the best choice. Instead, check out the Nectar Premier Copper. Learn more in our video review.
Testing Highlights
Firmness. There are multiple firmness models, but we tested the Luxury Firm and found it to be a true medium-firm feel.
Edge Support. There was some minor sinkage at the very edge of the bed, but otherwise, the support is even across the mattress.
Cooling. This mattress stayed at a neutral temperature for our tester, but the heat dissipated instantly when she got off the bed.
Why WinkBeds are Good for Stomach Sleepers
WinkBeds are available in multiple firmness levels (Softer, Luxury Firm, Firmer, and Plus). We tested the Luxury Firm option, and it outperformed our expectations for lightweight and average-weight stomach sleepers, all while staying surprisingly cool. In fact, our tester watched the surface temperature drop in real time on our heat gun test after she got off the bed.
Melanie also found the mattress had strong edges, saying she felt no difference in support across the whole mattress. This should be a boon for sleepers who like to spread out on their mattress, and older adults who need a sturdy perimeter to transfer out of bed.
โI didnโt feel a ton of iciness at the surface; it stayed neutral all around my body. It continued to feel nice and cool during my testing. It also had really stellar edge support in all three sleeping positions.โ
โ Melanie Kassel, Certified Sleep Science Coach
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Firmness: 6.5/10
The Luxury Firm model of the WinkBed has a true medium-firm feel.
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Pressure Relief: 3.8/5
Below average. Back sleepers gleaned the most pressure relief on the WinkBed.
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Edge Support: 4.4/5
Above average. We only noticed some minor sinkage when seated on the edge of the mattress.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. As we used our thermal gun to record the bedโs surface temperature, we could see the number going down, even after someone lay on it for seven minutes.
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Motion Isolation: 3.7/5
Below average. The WinkBed has just-alright motion isolation, as we could feel our partnerโs movements. However, they werenโt too egregious.
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Response: 3/5
Below average. The WinkBedโs thick pillow top impeded our ability to seamlessly move around on the bedโs surface.
Who Might Like WinkBeds
Lightweight and Average Weight Stomach Sleepers. The Luxury Firm model has zoned support that our lightweight and average-weight testers loved, especially for stomach sleepers.
People who wake up sweating. This mattress kept a neutral temperature feel during testing, and dissipated heat in real time on our heat gun.
Edge sleepers. If you find yourself moving to the edges of the bed, youโll have plenty of support on a WinkBed.
Who Might Not Like WinkBeds
Those looking for pressure relief. This mattress offers below-average pressure relief with a score of 3.8/5.
People who change position. The pillow top made switching positions cumbersome for our testers.
Couples. Our testers could feel movement from the other side of the bed during our partner test.
Doctorโs Note
โMy hips are lifted, and my spine is staying straight and neutral. I would recommend this bed to strict stomach sleepers.โ โ Dr. Hannah Habeeb, DPT, chief medical product tester
Other User Reviews
The WinkBed has an overall rating of 4.8/5 stars with over 9,000 reviews. Reviewers say WinkBeds are comfortable if you get the right model, and praise the cooling features. Most negative reviews mention needing to exchange models or buy a topper because the mattresses were firmer than expected.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.3
Silk & Snow
Silk & Snow Hybrid Mattress
Two Firmness Options
Gel-Infused Foam
Zoned Support
Hybrid mattress
365-night sleep trial
Free shipping
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The Silk & Snow Hybrid is made of foam comfort layers and innerspring coils.
Firmness
This bed is available in two firmness levels: Medium-Firm and Plush. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Medium-Firm version a 6.5 out of 10, which is indeed medium-firm.
Price
$650- $950 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Back Sleepers
The bedโs springs are zoned to give more support under the lumbar and midsection regions, making it a sturdy choice for back sleepers of all body types.
Couples
It has great edge support for spreading out, and above-average responsiveness that can help with intimacy.
Pros of the Silk & Snow Hybrid
It balances support and pressure relief well for a versatile medium-firm feel with a soft surface.
You can upgrade to a plusher version for a little extra money.
The zoned support really keeps the hips and lower back lifted, so back sleepers shouldnโt experience too much sinkage.
Cons of the Silk & Snow Hybrid
It may be too bouncy for sensitive sleepers.
The surface is soft enough that we hesitate to recommend it to stomach sleepers or people with lower back pain; your lumbar spine may sink a little too low.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
15 years
Returns
Full refund if returned within trial period, and after 30-day break-in period
The Silk & Snow Hybrid actually feels slightly softer than the Canadian brandโs signature all-foam mattress. Its 2-inch layer of gel-infused foam brings a lot of pressure relief to the table (though it didnโt cool our testers down as well as weโd hoped). The zoned support is what truly stands out: it makes it a great bed for back sleepers who also like a cushiony top.
Testing Highlights
Cooling. The Silk & Snow Hybrid showed no measurable temperature increase on our thermal gun test.
Motion Isolation. This mattress scored a 4.7/5 in our motion isolation test because our tester barely registered any movement at all during the partner test.
Pressure Relief. This bed has layers that contour to side sleepers, offering just the right amount of support without trapping heat.
Why the Silk & Snow Hybrid is Good for Side Sleepers
The Silk & Snow hybrid offers excellent cooling, earning 4.5/5 for temperature regulation, while providing the right type of support for side sleepers to enjoy pressure relief. Our heavyweight tester reported sinking comfortably into this bedโs soft foam layers, which are also gel-infused to wick away excess heat, and said he felt instant relief in his hips and shoulders when he rolled onto his side.
Couples should also appreciate Silk & Snowโs near-perfect motion isolation score of 4.7/5. Our in-house tester could barely feel the tossing and turning of their partner on the other side of the bed. โI am a very light sleeper, but I donโt think the little movement I felt from my partner getting in and out of bed or changing positions would have woken me,โ she said.
What Our Tester Says
โI can physically feel the relief around my shoulders when Iโm resting on my side. This would be a great mattress for heavy side sleepers or those looking for pressure relief.โ
โ In-house Heavyweight Tester
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Firmness: 6/10
The medium model of Silk & Snow Hybrid is true to its name, if slightly soft.
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Pressure Relief: 4/5
Average. This mattress offered good pressure relief for both side and back sleepers.
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Edge Support: 3.4/5
Below average. We noticed quite a bit of sinkage when seated on the edge of the Silk & Snow Hybrid.
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Cooling: 4.5/5
Above average. True to its name, the Silk & Snow didnโt heat up after lying on it for seven minutes.
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Motion Isolation: 4.7/5
Above average. The water glass barely moved or wobbled in our motion isolation tests.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. The surface of the Silk & Snow Hybrid is slightly soft, which could make moving around a bit difficult.
Who Might Like the Silk & Snow Hybrid
Side sleepers. Side sleepers should sink just enough to feel aligned at the shoulders and hips.
Couples. This mattress has near-perfect motion isolation, so couples wonโt disturb each otherโs sleep.
People who like plush toppers. The upper layers of this mattress are thick and plush without sacrificing support.
Who Might Not Like the Silk & Snow Hybrid
Edge sleepers. The edge support on this mattress was below average, so expect to experience sinkage around the perimeter.
Lightweight people. If youโre under 130 lbs., you may not sink far enough into the comfort layers to get the support you need.
Stomach sleepers. The cushion is too thick for stomach sleepers, and could create pressure due to hip sinkage.
Other User Reviews
The Silk & Snow Hybrid averages a 4.5/5 star rating with 4,064 product reviews. Common themes among positive reviews are hip pressure relief, high comfort level, and a very responsive customer service team. The most often repeated negative theme is that the mattress is too soft.
Saatva Classic โ Best Cooling Mattress for Back Sleepers
Best Cooling Mattress for Back Sleepers
Mattress Clarity Score
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Saatva is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Plush Soft, Luxury Firm, and Firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Luxury Firm model a 7.5/10, which is a bit firmer than average.
Price
$1,399-$3,118 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king, split California king
Stomach Sleepers
It provides enough lift under the hips for stomach sleepers to maintain spinal alignment.
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers should feel fully and evenly supported.
Back Pain
Built-in lumbar support features may help combat lower back pain.
Pros
Itโs available in multiple firmness options (and two heights!).
The Luxury Firm model of the Saatva Classic will work well for most back sleepers, as its zoned support encourages spinal alignment.
Its high-density foam and dual coil units should ensure longevity and durability.
Cons
If you like the feel of a memory foam mattress, youโre not going to love the springiness of the Saatva.
This mattress also doesnโt offer much in the way of motion isolation, which could be a problem for light sleepers.
Shipping
Free white glove delivery
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period. A removal fee of $99 will be deducted from your refund.
The Saatva Classic is a luxurious hybrid mattress that should be a great long-term investment. Its claim to fame is that it boasts two coil units instead of one, with a layer of shorter micro-coils above its classic innerspring unit. Itโs available in multiple firmness options and two heights for lots of customizability.
We think its Luxury Firm model is one of the best mattresses for back sleepers, and two of our Certified Sleep Science Coaches actually own this bed. However, light sleepers with a rowdy partner and fans of memory foam should look elsewhere. Learn more in our video review.
Testing Highlights
Firmness. This mattress has three firmness options, offering versatility and a great balance of comfort and support.
Pressure Relief. This mattress contours along the body just enough to relieve pressure without being too soft.
Motion Isolation. The responsiveness is great, but it comes with a cost in motion isolation. Our testers could feel a lot of movement during the partner test.
Why the Saatva Classic is Good for Back Sleepers
Back sleepers require a mattress that elevates the hips into proper alignment while still providing the necessary pressure relief. The Saatva Classic has a coil-on-coil construction, which creates excellent support, and a plush Euro pillow-top for comfort that contours around the body, earning the Saatva a 4.5/5 for pressure relief. However, it also doesnโt trap heat because there is plenty of room for airflow between all of the coils, which gave the Saatva a solid cooling score (4/5).
The Saatva comes in three firmness options: Plush Soft, Luxury Firm, and Firm, meaning that most sleepers shouldnโt have trouble finding a mattress that works for them. The Luxury Firm version of the Saatva that we tried offered a great balance of comfort and support. Our testers were surprised by the responsiveness and edge support, both of which earned perfect 5/5 scores.
โIf you like to bounce around on your mattress to switch positions or just toss and turn, youโre set. I also like using my mattress as a second chair, and the perimeter of the Saatva is one of the strongest Iโve encountered.โ
โ Livvii DiCicco, Certified Sleep Science Coach
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Firmness: 7.5/10
The Luxury Firm model of the Saatva Classic feels pretty firm.
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Pressure Relief: 4.5/5
Above average. Even with its firmer feel, the Saatva offers great pressure relief.
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Edge Support: 5/5
Exceptional. You can sit and lie down on the edges of the Saatva Classic with minimal sinkage.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The Saatva Classic has a comfortable, temperature-neutral feel.
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Motion Isolation: 2.7/5
Below average. We could feel every little movement our fellow testers made on the Saatva.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. Thanks to its two innerspring layers, the Saatva Classic is plenty bouncy.
Who Might Like the Saatva Classic
People with back pain. The Saatva offers zoned support designed to encourage spinal alignment and lumbar pressure relief.
Position changers. The Saatva scored a perfect 5/5 for responsiveness, so you should have no problems changing positions.
Stomach sleepers. The zoned support also benefits stomach sleepers despite the higher-than-average firmness.
Who Might Not Like the Saatva Classic
Couples. The motion isolation on this mattress is below average, and our testers felt every little movement from the other side of the bed.
Memory foam lovers. Despite the pillow top, this mattress doesnโt deliver the same sinkage experience as memory foam.
Combination sleepers. Even though you can move around this mattress easily, it may be too firm for combination sleepers who wind up on their side.
Doctorโs Note
โThis bed cushions and contours along the whole body, keeping the joints cradled and distributing your weight evenly.โ โ Dr. Hannah Habeeb. DPT, chief medical product tester
Other User Reviews
The Saatva Classic boasts a high 4.8/5 star rating with over 5,600 reviews. Reviewers say this mattress provides excellent support without sacrificing comfort, and delivers an all-around good sleep experience. Complaints include the mattress being too firm and causing pressure for side sleepers.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Bear Original is a memory foam mattress. It features softer foam layers for cushioning and firmer ones for support.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 6.5/10. This is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$786-$1,690 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Side Sleepers
Great pressure relief for side sleepers under 230 lbs.
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
This bedโs cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros of the Bear Original Mattress
The Bearโs gel-infused memory foam can help hot sleepers stay cool throughout the night.
Itโs an affordable option. A queen-size Bear mattress is less than $1,000, even before discounts.
Bear offers a lifetime warranty on this mattress. That means if you find any covered defects or indentations during the life of your mattress, they will replace it free of charge.
Cons of the Bear Original Mattress
This bed probably isnโt a good fit for side sleepers who weigh over 230 lbs.
Stomach sleepers likely wonโt find this bed firm enough to keep their spine in proper alignment.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period.
The Bear Original is a memory foam mattress with broad appeal. It provides good support and pressure relief for side and back sleepers who weigh less than 230 lbs and comes with plenty of cooling features. It isnโt firm enough for most sleepers who weigh more than 230 lbs, though. If you need a more supportive bed, check out the Plank Firm. Learn more in our video review.
Testing Highlights
Motion Isolation. Our testers barely registered any movement from their partners.
Edge Support. The Bear Original has surprisingly stable edge support, even though memory foam mattresses tend to sag along the edges.
Pressure Relief. This mattress provided good back support, but both our heavyweight and lightweight testers reported pressure in the side sleeping position.
Why the Bear Original is a Good Cooling Memory Foam Mattress
Being a hot sleeper and preferring foam beds can sometimes feel at odds, because foam tends to trap heat in its layers. The Bear mattress is different because it is slightly firmer than traditional memory foam beds and features cooling gel-infused foam layers designed to promote airflow. Ultimately, the Bear Original earned a 4/5 on our cooling test.
The Bear mattress is also easier to move around on than other foam mattresses, thanks to its slightly firmer, more โon topโ feel. This makes it a good match for sleepers who need extra support, like back and stomach sleepers. This mattress also isolates motion well, so couples shouldnโt disturb each other with movement.
โFor a foam mattress, the Bear Originalโs temperature didnโt seem to fluctuate too much during the cooling test. I rested on the mattress for nearly 10 minutes and only recorded a 7.3-degree increase in surface temperature.โ
โ Melanie Kassel, Certified Sleep Science Coach
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Firmness: 7/10
The Bear Original is slightly firmer than your standard medium-firm mattress.
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Pressure Relief: 3.2/5
Below average. Our lightweight and heavyweight testers preferred back sleeping on the Bear Original, since side sleeping created too much pressure.
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Edge Support: 4.2/5
Above average. For an all-foam mattress, the edge of the Bear Original holds up rather well when bearing weight.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The Bear Original got a little bit warm, but nowhere close to overheating.
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Motion Isolation: 4.3/5
Above average. Our tester only faintly felt her partner moving around on the other side of the bed.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. The firmer feel of this foam mattress makes it a bit more responsive, but it still canโt rival beds with coils.
Who Might Like the Bear Original
Hot sleepers who prefer memory foam. The Bear Original traps a little bit of heat, but much less than the average memory foam mattress.
Back sleepers. This mattress has great support for back sleepers.
Couples. The Bear Original absorbs motion from the other side of the bed so couples wonโt disturb each other with movement.
Who Might Not Like the Bear Original
Heavyweight sleepers. People over 230 lbs. wonโt find the support they need due to the all-foam construction.
True memory foam lovers. This mattress is all foam, but itโs dense foam that doesnโt provide the same sinkage a true memory foam lover would expect.
People with back pain. This is an all-foam mattress, so it doesnโt offer the type of lumbar support people with back pain need.
Doctorโs Note
This is a good back sleeping mattress. Itโs not extremely cushy, but those seeking something firmer might like it. It does keep you in a neutral position. โ Dr. Hannah Habeeb, DPT, chief medical product tester
Other User Reviews
The Bear Original has an impressive 4.7/5 star rating with almost 11,000 customer reviews. Customers love how cool this mattress is, especially compared to other foam options. Reviewers also rave about the comfort and quality. Negative reviews tend to say the mattress is too firm to be considered a true foam mattress.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
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Nolah
Nolah Evolution
Multiple Firmnesses
Cooling
Motion Isolation
Hybrid mattress
120-night sleep trial
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The Nolah Evolution is a hybrid mattress, which means it has coils at the bottom and memory foam on top.
Firmness
Multiple firmness options: Plush, Luxury Firm, and Firm. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Luxury Firm model a 6.5/10, which is the industry standard for medium-firm.
Price
$1,499-$3,198 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Back Sleepers
The Nolah Evolution Hybrid offers great lumbar support for most back sleepers under 300 lb.
Hot Sleepers
This bed has graphite-infused foam, which helps dissipate body heat. It also has coils that promote airflow.
Pros of the Nolah Evolution
It has great cooling features, such as graphite-infused foam and airflow-promoting coils.
Even though it has coils, it isolates motion well. This makes it a great mattress for couples.
Itโs available in three firmness levels, so it works for a variety of people.
Cons of the Nolah Evolution
It lacks a slow-moving feel.
Itโs not supportive enough for most people who weigh more than 300 lb.
Because itโs a luxurious mattress, it might be too pricey for some people.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a full refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period.
The Nolah Evolution Hybrid mattress is available in three firmness levels. The Luxury Firm model works well for many back and side sleepers. This mattress has many cooling features, and it isolates motion well. Itโs not a great option for most people who weigh over 300 lb, though. If you fall in this category, you may need more lumbar support. Watch our Nolah Evolution mattress review video to learn more.
Testing Highlights
Pressure Relief. The Nolah Evolution has above-average pressure relief, especially in the lumbar region, for people with back pain.
Motion Isolation. The Evolution scored a perfect 5/5 for motion isolation, which means you shouldnโt feel any movement from the other side of the bed.
Cooling. This mattress has graphite-infused foam layers, which dissipate body heat and maintain a neutral temperature.
Why the Nolah Evolution is Good for Back Pain
The Nolah Evolution is a luxury hybrid mattress featuring breathable yet pressure-relieving foams and a supportive pocketed coil unit. This combination keeps the spine aligned while maintaining low temperatures, according to Dr. Hannah Habeeb, a licensed physical therapist. Its strong performance ultimately earned a cooling score of 4/5 and a pressure relief rating of 4.5/5, which should satisfy most hot sleepers dealing with back pain.
This mattress also earned a rare perfect rating for motion isolation. The bedโs doughy layers work to absorb motion before it can ripple across the surface. During the partner test, our in-house tester felt virtually no movement from the other side of the bed.
โMy side of the mattress remained completely static during the test, regardless of what was happening on the other side.โ
โ In-house tester
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Firmness: 6.5/10
The Luxury Firm Nolah Evolution has a true medium-firm feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.5/5
Above average. Both side and back sleepers should get pressure relief from the Evolution, but the latter will feel much more contouring.
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Edge Support: 4.6/5
Above average. When sitting on the edge of the Nolah Evolution, the pillow top compressed a bit but otherwise remained stable.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The Evolution isnโt actively cooling, but it should provide a comfortable temperature-neutral feel.
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Motion Isolation: 5/5
Above average. This mattress has exceptional motion absorption, so you shouldnโt feel any movement from your side of the bed.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. The doughy pillow top might slow down some sleepers as they switch positions on the Evolution.
Who Might Like the Nolah Evolution
Hot sleepers with back pain. This mattress offers therapeutic support and cooling features that will keep hot sleepers cool.
Couples. The Nolah Evolution absorbs all movement from the opposite side of the bed, so couples wonโt disturb their partners with movement.
Side sleepers. The contouring support will also give side sleepers pressure relief at their hips and shoulders.
Who Might Not Like the Nolah Evolution
Position changers. The pillow top is thick and may make changing positions more difficult.
People over 230 lbs. Heavier sleepers will have to upgrade to more expensive models to get the same pressure relief.
Anyone on a budget. The Nolah Evolution is a luxury mattress with great features, but a high price tag.
Doctorโs Note
โThis bed offers a lot of support yet is still very contouring, so I think people with back pain could find relief. This mattress is soft in all the right areas, which should protect sensitive joints.โ โ Dr. Hannah Habeeb, DPT, chief medical product tester
Other User Reviews
The Nolah Evolution has 1,281 reviews with an average rating of 4.7/5 stars. Customers praise this mattress for providing back pain relief, comfort, and a consistently cool sleeping temperature. Common complaints range from the mattress being too firm to too soft, but generally seem to be based on personal preference.
Latest Updates: In April of 2026, we refreshed this page to reflect updated testing for the mattresses we chose. We also added some new faces, the Silk & Snow Hybrid and the Nolah Evolution, for their cooling performance. On top of that, we refreshed our buyerโs guide to better explain our testing process for finding the coldest beds out there.
Other Mattresses for Hot Sleepers We Researched
Didnโt find what you were looking for? Here are some other beds that could keep you cool:
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Coolingโ As this name implies, this hybrid is equipped with a swath of cooling features, including a specialized cover. Itโs available in multiple firmness options, though it skews a bit firm, making it better for sleepers who want added support. As a luxury mattress, itโs also fairly expensive, so hot sleepers on a budget may want to look elsewhere.
Leesa Plus โ This is another mattress by Leesa that we love, which also scored high in our performance tests. Itโs specifically designed for plus-size sleepers, and while many of our testers outside this weight category enjoyed the mattress, it may be too firm for some sleepers with sensitive joints.
Nectar Classic โ This all-foam mattress is the brandโs flagship model and the younger brother of the Premier. Like its sibling, it features a cooling cover to counteract the heat-trapping tendencies of memory foam. Itโs a touch firmer than your typical medium-firm, while the Premier will work better for side sleepers and folks who love traditional, slow-moving foams.
How We Chose the Best Cooling Mattresses
The best cooling beds will, obviously, feel cool. This is a mix of cooling features, materials, and overall construction. We always recommend a bed with a long sleep trial, but for hot sleepers, it can be especially useful in determining whether a mattress will work for them.
Our Cooling Test
When testing a bedโs cooling ability, we use a thermal gun to measure the increase in the bedโs surface temperature. We take an initial surface temperature reading of the mattress, then have a tester lie on it for about 7 minutes and take another reading. The difference between the two allows us to gauge how much a mattress will heat up during the night and also helps determine our cooling score.
Less than a 4-degree change
5/5
4-6 degree change
4.5/5
6-8 degree change
4/5
8-10 degree change
3.5/5
10-12 degree change
3/5
12-14 degree change
2.5/5
14-16 degree change
2/5
16+ degree change
1/5
On top of this, we also consider our testerโs experience. They note whether the mattress felt chilly, temperature-neutral, cozy, or stifling beneath them, and whether that changed at any point during the test. Iโd recommend hot sleepers stick to beds that earned at least a 4/5 in temperature regulation.
Cooling Features and Breathability
Manufacturers have innovated multiple ways to combat stuffy mattresses. Weโve seen more and more dedicated cooling technology popping up in mattressesโwith varying degrees of success. Letโs go over some common words and features youโll see in a cooling mattress.
GlacioTex
This cool-sounding name refers to a synthetic fiber blend thatโs designed to feel icy-cold and remain that way. It has high thermal conductivity, which works to dissipate excess heat. Itโs a common component in cooling covers for mattresses and even cooling mattress toppers.
Tencel
Tencel, also known as Lyocell, is made from the pulp of sustainably-sourced wood. It feels particularly breathable, but itโs also quite durable. This high-end material is often found in the best bed sheets or in mattress covers.
Gel Infusions
Some mattresses are infused with millions of tiny gel liquid beads that help wick away moisture and drive away heat. Even though memory foam sleeps hot, these gel beads can go a long way in cooling down the bed.
Ventilated Memory Foam
Mattress companies often use ventilated memory foam, which has an open-cell construction that allows more air to flow through the bed, making it more breathable. This fabric is less dense than standard memory foam, and it often feels more responsive. This also helps sleepers stay cool at night because it prevents people from โsinkingโ inside the bed and trapping heat. This might also be called open-cell foam, perforated foam, or simply โbreathableโ foam.
Trial Period
Many online mattress brands offer whatโs called a sleep trial. This is a period of time in which you can try out a mattress at home, and if at any point you decide itโs not for you, you can often return it for free and receive a refund. For hot sleepers, this can be a crucial test in determining whether a mattress will truly keep you cool.
All of the beds on this list include a sleep trial that lasts at least 120 nights, with some lasting up to a year. Most brands will ask you to try out a mattress for 30 days before initiating a return, to make sure youโre past the break-in period. Depending on the brand, you may have to pay a fee or donate the mattress yourself, but many brands will send a team to remove the mattress from your home, free of charge.
What Else Is Important When Buying a Mattress for Cooling?
Youโll likely want your cool mattress to feel comfortable, too. Here are some other areas to consider if youโre still unsure whether a certain cooling bed is right for you.
Type of Mattress
Certain mattress types feature materials and constructions that are better suited to cooling than others.
Innerspring and Hybrid
Innerspring and hybrid mattresses contain coils, which promote airflow. The springs also give the mattress a bouncy and responsive feel, which prevents sleepers from โsinkingโ inside the top layers and trapping body heat all around them.
Memory Foam and Polyfoam
Memory foam has a slow-moving feel that cradles pressure points and creates a โquicksandโ type of feeling. Pure memory foam traps body heat, but infused memory foam helps prevent this problem. For the best results, look for memory foam thatโs infused with gel, graphite or copper. These materials help pull heat away from the body and keep sleepers cool.
Many mattresses contain polyfoam, a less expensive material that feels plush and slow-moving. Most polyfoam mattresses trap body heat, but some manufacturers include cooling infusions to help combat this issue. You should also keep your eye out for aerated polyfoam, a material thatโs ventilated for extra breathability and airflow.
Latex
Latex foam feels particularly breathable and responsive. This material doesnโt conform to the curves of your body like traditional memory foam does, which makes it a cooling option for those who tend to run hot. Studies even tout it as more pressure-relieving, which could be a benefit for sleepers who like to sink into their bed without the stuffy feeling. Many latex beds also include springs, which doubles airflow.
Sleeping Position
โYour sleeping position plays a major role in whether a mattress feels comfortable,โ says Dr. Raj Dasgupta, quadruple-board-certified pulmonologist and sleep science expert. โThe firmness, amount of pressure relief, and support you need will differ depending on your preferred positions.โ
Side sleepers fare best on softer, more pressure-relieving mattresses. They need something that will contour the hips and shoulders, allowing them to sink without compromising their alignment.
Back sleepers have it easiest. They need a balance of softness and support, which most medium-firm mattresses provide. Make sure the spine remains relatively straight, with plenty of cushioning at the lower back.
Stomach sleepers need a firm or even extra-firm sleep surface to keep their hips elevated. If a bed is too soft, their hips might dip, which could lead to lower back pain.
If you switch between two or all of these positions, youโre a combination sleeper. While you should also make sure your mattress can accommodate every position you find yourself in, you may want to consider responsiveness. This refers to how easy it is to move on a mattress. A more responsive surface means it snaps back quickly, so you wonโt feel โstuckโ when you roll from your stomach to back, for example.
Body Type
โYour body shape and weight also factors into what makes the ideal mattress,โ adds Dr. Dasgupta. โSleepers over 230 pounds tend to sink far deeper into mattresses than other sleepers, which can cause discomfort as they โbottom outโ on the support base of the bed. Lightweight sleepers, however, may have difficulty sinking into a mattress, leading to excess pressure buildup.โ
This means your ideal firmness might need some tweaking. For example, a heavyweight side sleeper may actually need a slightly firmer mattress than other side sleepers. This will ensure they remain properly supported while still gleaning plenty of pressure relief. A stomach sleeper under 130 pounds, however, may find firm beds too uncomfortable, despite the recommendation for that position. They might feel more comfortable on a medium-firm or even medium bed, depending on their preferences.
Itโs all about striking a delicate balance, but, ultimately, your comfort is paramount. Consider all your preferences, conditions, or must-haves in a mattress.
Price
Mattresses can cost anywhere from hundreds to thousands of dollars. Consider your budget before making a purchase, and be sure to read reviews both off and on the site. More often than not, a bed that sounds too good to be true likely is. However, there are a lot of great beds for the money out there, if youโre interested in our vetted picks.
Why Do We Sleep Hot?
One of the main reasons we sleep hot has to do with how our body acts during REM sleep. When weโre in this deep stage of sleep, the temperature-regulating system in our brains is asleep as well, so our bodies usually match the temperature of our bedroom and the mattress materials around us. There are also a few other specific conditions that might exacerbate feeling hot while trying to sleep. These include:
Anxiety: People who suffer from anxiety can have fluctuations in their body heat. During anxious moments, they might experience something akin to hot flashes. If they occur at night, they can cause people to wake up or have trouble going back to sleep.
Hyperthyroidism: The thyroid gland produces the thyroid hormone, which, among other things, helps regulate body temperature. With hyperthyroidism, the gland produces too much of the hormone and can cause people with the condition to feel overheated.
Menopause: Women who are just beginning their menopausal transition can sometimes experience hot flashes. These occur as estrogen levels change and a feeling of intense heat comes on that can cause night sweats.
Medications: Some prescription drugs have also been shown to cause night sweats. Antidepressants and other psychiatric drugs can lower norepinephrine levels, which can lead to excessive sweating during the day and night.
Other conditions: Several other health conditions may affect body temperature, thereby causing people to sleep hot. For example, Gravesโ Disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and some forms of cancer are accompanied by fluctuations in body temperature.
If you have concerns about overheating in your sleep, donโt hesitate to contact your physician or healthcare provider.
General Tips for Hot Sleepers
In addition to buying a cooling mattress, the following tips can help you feel cool and comfortable during the night:
Opt for 100 percent cotton sheets. Synthetic fabrics can trap heat and cause the body to feel even warmer. Instead, go for sheets made of natural fabrics like cotton or bamboo, or look for bedding with cooling or sweat-wicking technology.
Get a box fan or AC unit going. An air conditioning unit will dramatically chill the air in your room, helping most people stay comfortable. But even a simple box fan can help with airflow, providing a cooling effect. Plus, fans and AC units generate white noise that blocks out other noises, helping hot sleepers fall asleep and stay asleep.
Sleep downstairs. Because heat rises, rooms on the first floor or in a basement are generally the coolest. People who have a bedroom on a higher floor and can relocate to a spot on a lower level should attempt to switch it up.
Stick your pillowcase in the freezer. Place a pillowcase (or even sheets!) in a ziplock and stick it in the freezer for a couple of hours before bed, then make the bed with the chilled bedding right before bedtime. The crisp, cool surface will help cool the bodyโs temperature as people fall asleep.
Take a cool shower before bed. The same idea applies here: Lowering the body temperature a tiny bit can make people feel more comfortable and less likely to overheat. If possible, make sure to shower right before getting into bed for the night. That way, the body doesnโt have time to warm up again.
Invest in cooling bedding. Cooling pillows, sheets, and mattress toppers are out thereโand for good reason, too!
Best Cooling Mattress FAQs
Does cooling gel really make mattresses sleep cooler?
While gel can keep mattresses from overheating quite so much, they probably donโt work as well as many companies advertise. Gel memory foam, for instance, might still trap a good deal of heat.
Does latex sleep cool?
Latex generally sleeps pretty cool due to its chemical composition, and latex mattresses are typically aerated with air holes punched in the top. However, keep an eye out for mattresses that combine latex with memory or poly foam as these are more likely to trap heat.
How do I make my memory foam mattress cooler?
One quick and easy way to cool down your memory foam mattress is to add a cooling mattress topper. Choosing the right bedding such as cooling sheets can also help. And if you use a bed frame, check how breathable it is. Slatted beds are a fantastic way to promote airflow and wick away moisture.
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Livvi has been writing and researching sleep-based content for over a year. This, alongside her penchant for napping and extreme tossing and turning, has made her something close to an โexpertโ in the realm of sleep science, sleep products, and sleep accessories. Sheโs been consulted for her knowledge of the sleep space by publications such as Authority Magazine, Bustle, and Livingetc.
