Marten has been writing about mattresses and sleep health for eight years. He is the lead reviewer at Mattress Clarity where he tests mattresses, bedding, and sleep accessories.
In his role here, Marten’s reviewed over 500 mattresses and 150 sleep accessories (so you can rest assured that if he recommends a product, it’s been put through the wringer in our Austin studio). In addition, he has written more than 400 articles reviewing the quality of sleep and sleep products as well as sleep health. He’s especially interested in the correlation between sleep and mental health.
Marten’s also got a personal stake in sleep health. After writing dozens of pieces on the dangers of sleep apnea, he decided to get tested for the condition. Realizing he did, in fact, suffer from sleep apnea, he immediately started using a CPAP machine. He knows all too well the importance of a healthy night’s sleep and is passionate about helping others get the healthy, restorative sleep they deserve.
He received his bachelor’s degree in Film Production from Denison University and his master’s degree in Film Studies from Emory University.
Check out Marten in the Media:
- The Washington Post: We Asked Experts Whether Cooling Bedding Works. Here’s What They Said.
- Woman & Home: How to Choose a Pillow – Find the Right Type for Better Sleep and Comfort
- AP News: Best Memorial Day Mattress Sales of 2024
- Apartment Therapy: This Disturbing New Report Reveals the Dirtiest Thing in Your Bedroom (It’ll Surprise You!)
- Realtor: From Side Sleepers to Squished-Between-the-Kids Sleepers, These Are the Best Mattresses for Every Situation
- LivingEtc: How to Keep a Comforter from Sliding Off the Bed
- Real Homes: How Heavy Should a Weighted Blanket Be?
Marten has been writing about mattresses and sleep health for eight years. He is the lead reviewer at Mattress Clarity where he tests mattresses, bedding, and sleep accessories.
In his role here, Marten’s reviewed over 500 mattresses and 150 sleep accessories (so you can rest assured that if he recommends a product, it’s been put through the wringer in our Austin studio). In addition, he has written more than 400 articles reviewing the quality of sleep and sleep products as well as sleep health. He’s especially interested in the correlation between sleep and mental health.
Marten’s also got a personal stake in sleep health. After writing dozens of pieces on the dangers of sleep apnea, he decided to get tested for the condition. Realizing he did, in fact, suffer from sleep apnea, he immediately started using a CPAP machine. He knows all too well the importance of a healthy night’s sleep and is passionate about helping others get the healthy, restorative sleep they deserve.
He received his bachelor’s degree in Film Production from Denison University and his master’s degree in Film Studies from Emory University.
Check out Marten in the Media:
- The Washington Post: We Asked Experts Whether Cooling Bedding Works. Here’s What They Said.
- Woman & Home: How to Choose a Pillow – Find the Right Type for Better Sleep and Comfort
- AP News: Best Memorial Day Mattress Sales of 2024
- Apartment Therapy: This Disturbing New Report Reveals the Dirtiest Thing in Your Bedroom (It’ll Surprise You!)
- Realtor: From Side Sleepers to Squished-Between-the-Kids Sleepers, These Are the Best Mattresses for Every Situation
- LivingEtc: How to Keep a Comforter from Sliding Off the Bed
- Real Homes: How Heavy Should a Weighted Blanket Be?
Marten has been writing about mattresses and sleep health for eight years. He is the lead reviewer at Mattress Clarity where he tests mattresses, bedding, and sleep accessories.
In his role here, Marten’s reviewed over 500 mattresses and 150 sleep accessories (so you can rest assured that if he recommends a product, it’s been put through the wringer in our Austin studio). In addition, he has written more than 400 articles reviewing the quality of sleep and sleep products as well as sleep health. He’s especially interested in the correlation between sleep and mental health.
Marten’s also got a personal stake in sleep health. After writing dozens of pieces on the dangers of sleep apnea, he decided to get tested for the condition. Realizing he did, in fact, suffer from sleep apnea, he immediately started using a CPAP machine. He knows all too well the importance of a healthy night’s sleep and is passionate about helping others get the healthy, restorative sleep they deserve.
He received his bachelor’s degree in Film Production from Denison University and his master’s degree in Film Studies from Emory University.
Check out Marten in the Media:
- The Washington Post: We Asked Experts Whether Cooling Bedding Works. Here’s What They Said.
- Woman & Home: How to Choose a Pillow – Find the Right Type for Better Sleep and Comfort
- AP News: Best Memorial Day Mattress Sales of 2024
- Apartment Therapy: This Disturbing New Report Reveals the Dirtiest Thing in Your Bedroom (It’ll Surprise You!)
- Realtor: From Side Sleepers to Squished-Between-the-Kids Sleepers, These Are the Best Mattresses for Every Situation
- LivingEtc: How to Keep a Comforter from Sliding Off the Bed
- Real Homes: How Heavy Should a Weighted Blanket Be?
Bigger is not always better, especially when it comes to mattresses. While thick mattresses have a lot to offer, let’s not forget about thin mattresses. Thin mattresses are much easier to move around and take up less space. They also work well for those with mobility problems as they are much easier to move around on.
If you think a thin mattress is a good choice, keep reading. We personally tested 14 different products for this roundup, but only five made the final list of the best thin mattresses.
Our Verdict
Our expert reviewers chose the Bear Original as the best thin mattress for its excellent motion isolation and cooling features.
Best Thin Mattresses: Our Top Picks
- Bear Original – Best Overall
- Nolah Original – Best Soft Thin Mattress
- Cocoon Chill – Best Thin Cooling Mattress
- Zenhaven – Best Thin Organic Mattress
- Siena Mattress – Best Thin Mattress for Side Sleepers
Need help finding the right mattress?
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is an affordable hybrid mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and supportive contouring. It works well for most side and back sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. However, the Nectar hybrid mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers.
The Nectar Premier is a softer-than-average memory foam mattress with impressive cooling and excellent pressure relief. It’s a good option for most back and side sleepers, and with high motion isolation and stable edges, it should accommodate many couples as well. But given its softer feel and slow response time, we’d advise stomach and combination sleepers to consider a firmer mattress.
The Nolah Signature is a firmer all-foam mattress that provides excellent edge support, responsiveness, and a breathable construction. It should be a good fit for back sleepers looking for spine-aligning support and lift, as well as couples, thanks to its above-average motion isolation.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Loom & Leaf is a luxury memory foam mattress that delivers a subtle hug-like sensation. Upgraded lumbar support makes it ideal for back sleepers, and we were impressed by the bed’s outstanding motion isolation and responsiveness. While the former isn’t unusual for memory foam, ease of movement isn’t common for this material. The Loom & Leaf scored very well in our edge support tests — also atypical for all-foam models — making it a great option for couples who appreciate the feel of memory foam. Our only quibble? It wasn’t especially cool.
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is offered in three firmness levels and features a durable hybrid construction. Our testers found that this mattress blends soft comfort with firm support to deliver quality pressure relief for sleepers. Those who sleep with a restless partner, may want to steer clear because of its subpar motion isolation, and despite having cooling in its name, this mattress didn’t blow us away in that category.
The Nectar Premier Hybrid is a hybrid mattress with a medium-firm feel, providing a balance of comfort and support for multiple sleeping styles. This bed isn't the most responsive surface, but it does absorb motion well, and it contours around key pressure points as you sink into the foam layers.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Nectar Premier is a softer-than-average memory foam mattress with impressive cooling and excellent pressure relief. It’s a good option for most back and side sleepers, and with high motion isolation and stable edges, it should accommodate many couples as well. But given its softer feel and slow response time, we’d advise stomach and combination sleepers to consider a firmer mattress.
This is one of the softest beds you can order from Helix, and according to our testers, it feels heavenly while you’re resting on your side. Its cushiony foams really cradle the hips and shoulders, while the springs beneath provide enough support for lightweight and average-weight side sleepers. Back and stomach sleepers should find something firmer.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Leesa Sapira Chill is a cool, comfortable bed that pairs a plush pillow top with supportive zoned coils. It’s available in three firmness options, so many sleepers should be able to choose a model that works for their sleeping position. This isn’t the cheapest option for a cooling mattress, though, but we'd consider it plenty worth it.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price (when sales are available). 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 you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Sunset Luxe is one of Helix’s 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 Elite is one of the brand's premium mattresses that has a soft, hotel quality feel, balancing comfort and support to maintain proper spinal alignment for back and side sleepers. It's a great fit for anyone looking for pressure relief without sacrificing the plush, comfort feel.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Leesa Sapira Chill is a cool, comfortable bed that pairs a plush pillow top with supportive zoned coils. It’s available in three firmness options, so many sleepers should be able to choose a model that works for their sleeping position. This isn’t the cheapest option for a cooling mattress, though, but we'd consider it plenty worth it.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price (when sales are available). 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 you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The Nectar Premier is a softer-than-average memory foam mattress with impressive cooling and excellent pressure relief. It’s a good option for most back and side sleepers, and with high motion isolation and stable edges, it should accommodate many couples as well. But given its softer feel and slow response time, we’d advise stomach and combination sleepers to consider a firmer mattress.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
This is one of the softest beds you can order from Helix, and according to our testers, it feels heavenly while you’re resting on your side. Its cushiony foams really cradle the hips and shoulders, while the springs beneath provide enough support for lightweight and average-weight side sleepers. Back and stomach sleepers should find something firmer.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The WinkBeds EcoCloud is a hybrid mattress made with organic materials and zoned latex, offering a balanced, medium feel. It's extremely responsive and features excellent edge support. However, we found it a bit lacking in motion isolation and cooling.
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is offered in three firmness levels and features a durable hybrid construction. Our testers found that this mattress blends soft comfort with firm support to deliver quality pressure relief for sleepers. Those who sleep with a restless partner, may want to steer clear because of its subpar motion isolation, and despite having cooling in its name, this mattress didn’t blow us away in that category.
The Sunset Luxe is one of Helix’s 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 Bear Elite Hybrid is one of the brand's higher-end mattresses. It offers luxury features, like zoned support, a thick pillow top, and added height. We loved this bed's robust edge support, responsive feel, and pressure relief for back sleepers.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is offered in three firmness levels and features a durable hybrid construction. Our testers found that this mattress blends soft comfort with firm support to deliver quality pressure relief for sleepers. Those who sleep with a restless partner, may want to steer clear because of its subpar motion isolation, and despite having cooling in its name, this mattress didn’t blow us away in that category.
This is one of the softest beds you can order from Helix, and according to our testers, it feels heavenly while you’re resting on your side. Its cushiony foams really cradle the hips and shoulders, while the springs beneath provide enough support for lightweight and average-weight side sleepers. Back and stomach sleepers should find something firmer.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The Nectar Premier is a softer-than-average memory foam mattress with impressive cooling and excellent pressure relief. It’s a good option for most back and side sleepers, and with high motion isolation and stable edges, it should accommodate many couples as well. But given its softer feel and slow response time, we’d advise stomach and combination sleepers to consider a firmer mattress.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The Saatva Solaire is a 13-inch adjustable model with 50 firmness settings, including dual-firmness options for queen sizes and larger. While that’s ideal for couples with different firmness preferences, the Solaire came up short in our tests of responsiveness and motion isolation. This high-end mattress also stayed comfortably cool, but we can’t recommend it for combination sleepers or light sleepers who share the bed with restless sleepers.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Helix Moonlight is one of the company's softer models and is a great match for side sleepers. The breathable and coils also promote better airflow, which can be a definite positive for those that tend to sleep hot.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The Nolah Original is an all-foam mattress with a firmer feel than typical memory foam mattresses. It contains proprietary Tri-Zone Foam technology, which adds to the bed's lumbar support. This mattress offers plenty of support and lift for many back and stomach sleepers, but it may not provide enough pressure relief for some side sleepers.
The WinkBeds EcoCloud is a hybrid mattress made with organic materials and zoned latex, offering a balanced, medium feel. It's extremely responsive and features excellent edge support. However, we found it a bit lacking in motion isolation and cooling.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Helix Midnight Elite is one of the brand's premium mattresses that has a soft, hotel quality feel, balancing comfort and support to maintain proper spinal alignment for back and side sleepers. It's a great fit for anyone looking for pressure relief without sacrificing the plush, comfort feel.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Helix Moonlight is one of the company's softer models and is a great match for side sleepers. The breathable and coils also promote better airflow, which can be a definite positive for those that tend to sleep hot.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Titan Plus Core mattress works well for back and stomach sleepers, and even most side sleepers (though lightweight people might want a softer bed). It’s firm, coming in at 7.5/10 on our firmness scale, and has lots of bounce to help with repositioning. ~
The Plank Firm is a very firm mattress (as the name implies) that is a great match for sleepers who need extra support, like stomach sleepers, back sleepers, and those weighing over 230 pounds. This flippable bed boasts two firmnesses in one: a more traditional firm side and an extra-firm one. The result is a super-sturdy, spine-aligning foam bed that'll satisfy shoppers let down by so-called "firm" mattresses.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is an affordable hybrid mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and supportive contouring. It works well for most side and back sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. However, the Nectar hybrid mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Memory Foam Mattress is a value-priced model with a firm, lifted feel. It wowed us with its outstanding edge support and motion isolation, which makes it ideal for couples, and it earned a perfect response score. Combination sleepers should have no problem moving around. On the downside, that firmness means the CopperFlex doesn’t offer much in the way of pressure relief, and we’d advise dedicated side sleepers and fans of a traditional memory foam feel to look for something softer.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is an affordable hybrid mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and supportive contouring. It works well for most side and back sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. However, the Nectar hybrid mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Titan Plus Core mattress works well for back and stomach sleepers, and even most side sleepers (though lightweight people might want a softer bed). It’s firm, coming in at 7.5/10 on our firmness scale, and has lots of bounce to help with repositioning. ~
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Helix Plus is Helix’s mattress model designed specifically to support heavier sleepers. It’s a responsive, cooling bed that provides a balance of comfort and support that’s a great fit for back and stomach sleepers who weigh 230 pounds or more.
The Nectar Premier is a softer-than-average memory foam mattress with impressive cooling and excellent pressure relief. It’s a good option for most back and side sleepers, and with high motion isolation and stable edges, it should accommodate many couples as well. But given its softer feel and slow response time, we’d advise stomach and combination sleepers to consider a firmer mattress.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Leesa Sapira Chill is a cool, comfortable bed that pairs a plush pillow top with supportive zoned coils. It’s available in three firmness options, so many sleepers should be able to choose a model that works for their sleeping position. This isn’t the cheapest option for a cooling mattress, though, but we'd consider it plenty worth it.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price (when sales are available). 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 you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Saatva Solaire is a 13-inch adjustable model with 50 firmness settings, including dual-firmness options for queen sizes and larger. While that’s ideal for couples with different firmness preferences, the Solaire came up short in our tests of responsiveness and motion isolation. This high-end mattress also stayed comfortably cool, but we can’t recommend it for combination sleepers or light sleepers who share the bed with restless sleepers.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is one of the brand's higher-end mattresses. It offers luxury features, like zoned support, a thick pillow top, and added height. We loved this bed's robust edge support, responsive feel, and pressure relief for back sleepers.
The Titan Plus Core mattress works well for back and stomach sleepers, and even most side sleepers (though lightweight people might want a softer bed). It’s firm, coming in at 7.5/10 on our firmness scale, and has lots of bounce to help with repositioning. ~
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is one of the brand's higher-end mattresses. It offers luxury features, like zoned support, a thick pillow top, and added height. We loved this bed's robust edge support, responsive feel, and pressure relief for back sleepers.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Plank Firm is a very firm mattress (as the name implies) that is a great match for sleepers who need extra support, like stomach sleepers, back sleepers, and those weighing over 230 pounds. This flippable bed boasts two firmnesses in one: a more traditional firm side and an extra-firm one. The result is a super-sturdy, spine-aligning foam bed that'll satisfy shoppers let down by so-called "firm" mattresses.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The WinkBed Plus is the brand’s model designed specifically for sleepers who weigh more than 230 lbs. Its sturdy, supportive coils help prevent sagging and provide plenty of support for heavyweight back and stomach sleepers. All of this said, it’s likely too firm of a mattress for most lightweight and side sleepers. Instead, check out the WinkBed.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The Saatva is an innerspring 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 mattress designed with luxury and the environment in mind. This latex hybrid provides plenty of bounce with balanced support and pressure relief. We also found it had strong edge support, plenty of bounce, and a firmer feel that should keep your spine aligned.
The Plank Firm is a very firm mattress (as the name implies) that is a great match for sleepers who need extra support, like stomach sleepers, back sleepers, and those weighing over 230 pounds. This flippable bed boasts two firmnesses in one: a more traditional firm side and an extra-firm one. The result is a super-sturdy, spine-aligning foam bed that'll satisfy shoppers let down by so-called "firm" mattresses.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Titan Plus Core mattress works well for back and stomach sleepers, and even most side sleepers (though lightweight people might want a softer bed). It’s firm, coming in at 7.5/10 on our firmness scale, and has lots of bounce to help with repositioning. ~
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The Nectar Premier is a softer-than-average memory foam mattress with impressive cooling and excellent pressure relief. It’s a good option for most back and side sleepers, and with high motion isolation and stable edges, it should accommodate many couples as well. But given its softer feel and slow response time, we’d advise stomach and combination sleepers to consider a firmer mattress.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is one of the brand's higher-end mattresses. It offers luxury features, like zoned support, a thick pillow top, and added height. We loved this bed's robust edge support, responsive feel, and pressure relief for back sleepers.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a mattress designed with luxury and the environment in mind. This latex hybrid provides plenty of bounce with balanced support and pressure relief. We also found it had strong edge support, plenty of bounce, and a firmer feel that should keep your spine aligned.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a mattress designed with luxury and the environment in mind. This latex hybrid provides plenty of bounce with balanced support and pressure relief. We also found it had strong edge support, plenty of bounce, and a firmer feel that should keep your spine aligned.
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 weren’t especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Memory Foam Mattress is a value-priced model with a firm, lifted feel. It wowed us with its outstanding edge support and motion isolation, which makes it ideal for couples, and it earned a perfect response score. Combination sleepers should have no problem moving around. On the downside, that firmness means the CopperFlex doesn’t offer much in the way of pressure relief, and we’d advise dedicated side sleepers and fans of a traditional memory foam feel to look for something softer.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is an affordable hybrid mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and supportive contouring. It works well for most side and back sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. However, the Nectar hybrid mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers.
The Helix Dawn Hybrid is a firm, supportive mattress designed for back and stomach sleepers who like a cooler sleep surface with minimal sink in. This bed features a responsive surface with strong edge-to-edge support that makes it easier to get in and out of the bed or change sleep positions during the night.
The WinkBed Plus is the brand’s model designed specifically for sleepers who weigh more than 230 lbs. Its sturdy, supportive coils help prevent sagging and provide plenty of support for heavyweight back and stomach sleepers. All of this said, it’s likely too firm of a mattress for most lightweight and side sleepers. Instead, check out the WinkBed.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is one of the brand's higher-end mattresses. It offers luxury features, like zoned support, a thick pillow top, and added height. We loved this bed's robust edge support, responsive feel, and pressure relief for back 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 weren’t especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
The WinkBed Plus is the brand’s model designed specifically for sleepers who weigh more than 230 lbs. Its sturdy, supportive coils help prevent sagging and provide plenty of support for heavyweight back and stomach sleepers. All of this said, it’s likely too firm of a mattress for most lightweight and side sleepers. Instead, check out the WinkBed.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Titan Plus Core mattress works well for back and stomach sleepers, and even most side sleepers (though lightweight people might want a softer bed). It’s firm, coming in at 7.5/10 on our firmness scale, and has lots of bounce to help with repositioning. ~
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Nectar Premier is a softer-than-average memory foam mattress with impressive cooling and excellent pressure relief. It’s a good option for most back and side sleepers, and with high motion isolation and stable edges, it should accommodate many couples as well. But given its softer feel and slow response time, we’d advise stomach and combination sleepers to consider a firmer mattress.
Casper mattresses work well for all sleeping positions, thanks to its unique zoned support system and comfortable all-foam construction. This bed provides a supportive surface for combination sleepers, and a firmer feel for sleepers looking to feel on top of the mattress rather than sinking down into it.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is offered in three firmness levels and features a durable hybrid construction. Our testers found that this mattress blends soft comfort with firm support to deliver quality pressure relief for sleepers. Those who sleep with a restless partner, may want to steer clear because of its subpar motion isolation, and despite having cooling in its name, this mattress didn’t blow us away in that category.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is an affordable hybrid mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and supportive contouring. It works well for most side and back sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. However, the Nectar hybrid mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Titan Plus Core mattress works well for back and stomach sleepers, and even most side sleepers (though lightweight people might want a softer bed). It’s firm, coming in at 7.5/10 on our firmness scale, and has lots of bounce to help with repositioning. ~
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Titan Plus Core mattress works well for back and stomach sleepers, and even most side sleepers (though lightweight people might want a softer bed). It’s firm, coming in at 7.5/10 on our firmness scale, and has lots of bounce to help with repositioning. ~
This is one of the softest beds you can order from Helix, and according to our testers, it feels heavenly while you’re resting on your side. Its cushiony foams really cradle the hips and shoulders, while the springs beneath provide enough support for lightweight and average-weight side sleepers. Back and stomach sleepers should find something firmer.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price (when sales are available). 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 you’re a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Saatva Solaire is a 13-inch adjustable model with 50 firmness settings, including dual-firmness options for queen sizes and larger. While that’s ideal for couples with different firmness preferences, the Solaire came up short in our tests of responsiveness and motion isolation. This high-end mattress also stayed comfortably cool, but we can’t recommend it for combination sleepers or light sleepers who share the bed with restless sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The DreamCloud Premier is a luxurious hybrid that gives you the feeling of sleeping in a nice hotel. Its combination of foam, coils, and cooling materials make it an ideal pick for both back sleepers and hot sleepers as well. At the same time, it is plush enough for the majority of side sleepers. However, if you sleep on your stomach, take a look at the firmer DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Nectar is an affordable all-foam mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and body contouring. It works well for most side sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. It is also a good option for couples, because it isolates motion well. However, the Nectar mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers and heavyweight people.
The WinkBeds EcoCloud is a hybrid mattress made with organic materials and zoned latex, offering a balanced, medium feel. It's extremely responsive and features excellent edge support. However, we found it a bit lacking in motion isolation and cooling.
The Saatva is an innerspring 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 mattress designed with luxury and the environment in mind. This latex hybrid provides plenty of bounce with balanced support and pressure relief. We also found it had strong edge support, plenty of bounce, and a firmer feel that should keep your spine aligned.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The DreamCloud Premier is a luxurious hybrid that gives you the feeling of sleeping in a nice hotel. Its combination of foam, coils, and cooling materials make it an ideal pick for both back sleepers and hot sleepers as well. At the same time, it is plush enough for the majority of side sleepers. However, if you sleep on your stomach, take a look at the firmer DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a mattress designed with luxury and the environment in mind. This latex hybrid provides plenty of bounce with balanced support and pressure relief. We also found it had strong edge support, plenty of bounce, and a firmer feel that should keep your spine aligned.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Saatva is an innerspring 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 mattress designed with luxury and the environment in mind. This latex hybrid provides plenty of bounce with balanced support and pressure relief. We also found it had strong edge support, plenty of bounce, and a firmer feel that should keep your spine aligned.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Leesa Original is a firm mattress made entirely of foam. Despite this construction, it earned a perfect cooling score from our testing team. It's a well-rounded bed, with scores of 4 or above in every key testing category. However, we'd recommend a more supportive model for stomach sleepers, and it won't be soft enough for people who want a plush bed.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
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 weren’t especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress that offers great support for back sleeping and a carefully balanced mix of motion isolation and bounce. It’s definitely on the firmer side, so side sleepers may crave more cushion, but we think it’s a solid choice for couples, heavyweight sleepers, and shoppers on a budget.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The GravityLux is a luxury mattress that feels sturdier than most all-foam models. Although it won't offer the cloud-like cradling of classic memory foam beds, its steady support, strong edges, and springy surface make it a good bed for couples, back sleepers, and people who enjoy a firmer feel.
The Saatva is an innerspring 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 weren’t especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Plank Firm is a very firm mattress (as the name implies) that is a great match for sleepers who need extra support, like stomach sleepers, back sleepers, and those weighing over 230 pounds. This flippable bed boasts two firmnesses in one: a more traditional firm side and an extra-firm one. The result is a super-sturdy, spine-aligning foam bed that'll satisfy shoppers let down by so-called "firm" mattresses.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is an affordable hybrid mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and supportive contouring. It works well for most side and back sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. However, the Nectar hybrid mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Nectar Premier Hybrid is a hybrid mattress with a medium-firm feel, providing a balance of comfort and support for multiple sleeping styles. This bed isn't the most responsive surface, but it does absorb motion well, and it contours around key pressure points as you sink into the foam layers.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is an affordable hybrid mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and supportive contouring. It works well for most side and back sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. However, the Nectar hybrid mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Saatva Rx mattress is a luxury bed designed with one mission: pressure relief. Its cushiony feel should cradle sore joints while its coils contribute to balanced support. Its edge support didn't hold up to close scrutiny, but it's a fancy and cloud-like bed we'd recommend to anyone with back or joint pain.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Bear Original is an all-foam bed available at a budget-friendly price. It has a firm surface that felt best to us when we were lying on our backs. Although it received below-average scores for pressure relief, it's well-rounded otherwise.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Leesa Sapira Chill is a cool, comfortable bed that pairs a plush pillow top with supportive zoned coils. It’s available in three firmness options, so many sleepers should be able to choose a model that works for their sleeping position. This isn’t the cheapest option for a cooling mattress, though, but we'd consider it plenty worth it.
The Saatva is an innerspring 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 13-inch adjustable model with 50 firmness settings, including dual-firmness options for queen sizes and larger. While that’s ideal for couples with different firmness preferences, the Solaire came up short in our tests of responsiveness and motion isolation. This high-end mattress also stayed comfortably cool, but we can’t recommend it for combination sleepers or light sleepers who share the bed with restless sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Saatva Solaire is a 13-inch adjustable model with 50 firmness settings, including dual-firmness options for queen sizes and larger. While that’s ideal for couples with different firmness preferences, the Solaire came up short in our tests of responsiveness and motion isolation. This high-end mattress also stayed comfortably cool, but we can’t recommend it for combination sleepers or light sleepers who share the bed with restless sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The DreamCloud Premier is a luxurious hybrid that gives you the feeling of sleeping in a nice hotel. Its combination of foam, coils, and cooling materials make it an ideal pick for both back sleepers and hot sleepers as well. At the same time, it is plush enough for the majority of side sleepers. However, if you sleep on your stomach, take a look at the firmer DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress.
The Plank Firm is a very firm mattress (as the name implies) that is a great match for sleepers who need extra support, like stomach sleepers, back sleepers, and those weighing over 230 pounds. This flippable bed boasts two firmnesses in one: a more traditional firm side and an extra-firm one. The result is a super-sturdy, spine-aligning foam bed that'll satisfy shoppers let down by so-called "firm" mattresses.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The WinkBeds EcoCloud is a hybrid mattress made with organic materials and zoned latex, offering a balanced, medium feel. It's extremely responsive and features excellent edge support. However, we found it a bit lacking in motion isolation and cooling.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The Avocado Green is a luxury, slightly-above-medium-firm mattress that caters to those looking for a mattress featuring organic and natural construction. Our testers found this hybrid bed easy to move around on and noted excellent edge support at the sides, which can be a positive for older adults needing extra stability when getting in and out of bed.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The DreamCloud Premier is a luxurious hybrid that gives you the feeling of sleeping in a nice hotel. Its combination of foam, coils, and cooling materials make it an ideal pick for both back sleepers and hot sleepers as well. At the same time, it is plush enough for the majority of side sleepers. However, if you sleep on your stomach, take a look at the firmer DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress.
The Saatva is an innerspring 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 offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
Casper mattresses work well for all sleeping positions, thanks to its unique zoned support system and comfortable all-foam construction. This bed provides a supportive surface for combination sleepers, and a firmer feel for sleepers looking to feel on top of the mattress rather than sinking down into it.
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. It’s also available in Plush, Medium-firm, and Firm options for your choosing.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid option for sleepers seeking a firmer feel. Couples should appreciate the bed’s top-notch motion isolation and supportive bounce for moving around on its surface. The mattress also offers impressive pressure relief despite its firmness, making it a strong choice for side sleepers who want a firmer bed that still delivers some contouring and cushioning.
The WinkBed is a versatile mattress that provides zoned support and cooling comfort for a fair price. This bed’s excellent responsiveness makes it a good fit for combination sleeper that want a bed that’s easy to move around on.
The Saatva is an innerspring 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 13-inch adjustable model with 50 firmness settings, including dual-firmness options for queen sizes and larger. While that’s ideal for couples with different firmness preferences, the Solaire came up short in our tests of responsiveness and motion isolation. This high-end mattress also stayed comfortably cool, but we can’t recommend it for combination sleepers or light sleepers who share the bed with restless sleepers.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is one of the brand's higher-end mattresses. It offers luxury features, like zoned support, a thick pillow top, and added height. We loved this bed's robust edge support, responsive feel, and pressure relief for back sleepers.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The Titan Plus Luxe is a medium-firm hybrid intended for heavyweight sleepers. We found its responsiveness a good match for combination sleepers, though back and stomach sleepers should also fare well, thanks to a notably lifted feel. We weren’t terribly impressed with the bed’s edge support or pressure relief, and we’d steer most side sleepers to models with more contouring. Those who prefer a firm feel and want a mattress engineered to support more weight should fare well.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is one of the brand's higher-end mattresses. It offers luxury features, like zoned support, a thick pillow top, and added height. We loved this bed's robust edge support, responsive feel, and pressure relief for back 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. It’s also available in Plush, Medium-firm, and Firm options for your choosing.
The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress that offers great support for back sleeping and a carefully balanced mix of motion isolation and bounce. It’s definitely on the firmer side, so side sleepers may crave more cushion, but we think it’s a solid choice for couples, heavyweight sleepers, and shoppers on a budget.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Nectar Classic Hybrid is an affordable hybrid mattress that offers lots of pressure relief and supportive contouring. It works well for most side and back sleepers, because it helps cushion shoulders and hips. However, the Nectar hybrid mattress isn’t supportive enough for most stomach sleepers.
The Helix Midnight is Helix’s most popular model because of its medium-firmness, and it works well for back and side sleepers. The top layers of foam provide good pressure relief, but the coils offer a good amount of support. It won’t trap heat thanks to those coils, and you can even opt for a cooling cover.
The DreamCloud Premier is a luxurious hybrid that gives you the feeling of sleeping in a nice hotel. Its combination of foam, coils, and cooling materials make it an ideal pick for both back sleepers and hot sleepers as well. At the same time, it is plush enough for the majority of side sleepers. However, if you sleep on your stomach, take a look at the firmer DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress.
The GravityLux is a luxury mattress that feels sturdier than most all-foam models. Although it won't offer the cloud-like cradling of classic memory foam beds, its steady support, strong edges, and springy surface make it a good bed for couples, back sleepers, and people who enjoy a firmer feel.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is one of the brand's higher-end mattresses. It offers luxury features, like zoned support, a thick pillow top, and added height. We loved this bed's robust edge support, responsive feel, and pressure relief for back 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. It’s also available in Plush, Medium-firm, and Firm options for your choosing.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing parameters with one exception: cooling. Its pressure relief and motion isolation were standouts, and our team found it cozy no matter which sleeping position we tried.
The Saatva is an innerspring mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
Compare the Best Thin Mattresses
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| Bear Original Mattress | Nolah Original 10″ Mattress | Cocoon Chill Mattress | Saatva Zenhaven Mattress | Siena 10″ Signature Memory Foam | |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.9 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.1 |
| Firmness | Firm: 7/10 | Firm: 8/10 | Firm: 7.5/10 | Multiple Firmness Options: 6.5/10 | Soft: 7/10 |
| Material | Foam | Foam | Foam | Latex | Foam |
| Cooling | — | — | — | — | |
| Best For | Back Sleepers, Couples | Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Seniors | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Hot Sleepers | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Kids |
How We Test Our Mattresses
Our team of sleep specialists have reviewed more than 600 mattresses, using proprietary analysis and hands-on testing to establish easy-to-understand scores. In addition to an overall score, we measure subscores for support, edge support, cooling, motion transfer, durability, trial period and warranty.
How We Chose Our Top Picks
We test beds for many qualities, but these are the three that mattered most when narrowing down the field to the best thin mattresses:
Thickness
Of course this one’s a gimme, but for this list of best thin mattresses, we only included high-quality mattresses that were 10” thick or less.
Support
You have to consider thickness as it relates to comfort and support. Because a thinner mattress will typically run 6″ to 10″ thick, we looked for options with a supportive core, such as high-density memory foam or a firm latex layer, which ensures you won’t feel the base beneath you, especially if it’s going on a platform bed, bunk, or the back of an RV.
Durability
Although a thin mattress is often used in less trafficked spaces like guest rooms, RVs, or fold-out beds, they still need to hold up over time. We sought beds that boast excellent durability through the use of durable, high-density materials.
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Best Thin Mattresses
Best Overall- Bear Original Mattress
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 isn’t 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.
Our Expert’s Take
Many thin mattresses are foam, and one of the absolute best is the Bear Original mattress. The Bear Original is just 10” thick and contains a Celliant cover and a comfort layer of graphite-gel-infused foam. These materials are known for their cooling qualities, making the Bear Original a great option for hot sleepers.
The Bear Original is also designed with athletes in mind. Overheating is a major issue for athletes, and the cooling materials really help fight that. If you want a thin mattress to help you recover after a long workout, the Bear Original could do the trick.
Even if you aren’t an athlete or hot sleeper, the Bear Original also promises great pressure relief and support for both side sleeping and back sleeping. This thin mattress really packs a punch!
What our testers say: “As an average weight side sleeper, I found this mattress to be a good match. The foam contours my shoulders and alleviates pressure. If you are a taller or heavier person, though, you might need to find a more supportive mattress.” — Elisa, reviewer
What We Love About the Bear
- It has a slow-moving feel, making it great for side sleepers who need pressure relief.
- The Bear Original costs less than $1000 for a queen, which is much less than many other mattresses on the market.
- It has a cooling cover made out of Cellient fabric, which is meant to help promote muscle recovery.
What to Keep in Mind About the Bear
- Because of the mattress’s medium-firm feel, stomach sleepers probably won’t get enough hip support. It’s likely that stomach sleepers will develop lower back pain from the Bear mattress.
- Heavier side sleepers may “bottom out” and feel pressure on their shoulders and hips. If you weigh more than 230 lb, you may want to get a firm mattress instead.
Other User Reviews
Over 10,000 customers have reviewed the Bear Original on the company’s website, earning it an overall score of 4.5/5. Many people said they love its price point and found that, after breaking it in, the mattress offers a great amount of comfort and support. A few customers left one-star reviews and said the mattress wasn’t supportive enough and that it trapped body heat.
Read our full Bear Original mattress review. For more options, check out the best mattresses of 2026.
Best Soft Thin Mattress- Nolah Original Mattress
The Nolah Original is an all-foam mattress that feels softer than average. It contains proprietary AirFoam, which is more breathable than traditional memory foam. For this reason, it works well for hot sleepers. This mattress offers plenty of pressure relief for many side sleepers, but it may not be supportive enough for some back and stomach sleepers. Watch our Nolah mattress review video.
Our Expert’s Take
If you’re a fan of softer mattresses, you have to check out the Nolah Original mattress. On a scale of 1-10, it came in at 6, softer-than-average. It features soft foam layers on top and really lets you sink into its comfy surface.
Its softer design makes the Nolah Original a great option for side sleepers. When you lie on your side, you should feel the pressure melt away around your pressure points such as your shoulders and hips.
While many all-foam mattresses sleep hot, the Nolah Original should keep you nice and cool. Its Tencel cover and proprietary Airfoam are both designed to dissipate heat and prevent overheating.
What the testers say: “I love how the Nolah mattress helps dissipate body heat. The special AirFoam is a lot more breathable than traditional memory foam. However, as a heavier person, I didn’t think this mattress was supportive enough. It’s better suited for lightweight people.” — Marten, reviewer
What We Love About The Nolah Original Mattress
- The Nolah Original is a great value mattress, coming in at about $1,100 after discounts.
- It has a balanced foam feel, so you should be able to move around easily. You shouldn’t feel “trapped” inside the mattress.
- Average weight back and side sleepers should get the comfort and support they need. The mattress is slightly softer than average, but it has a thick support layer that should offer enough lumbar support.
What to Keep in Mind About The Nolah Original Mattress
- The Nolah is too soft for most stomach sleepers. If you weigh more than 130 lb and sleep on your stomach, you will likely feel your hips sink out of alignment, which can lead to lower back pain. Take a look at our list of the best mattresses for stomach sleepers for some better options.
- Fans of slow-moving memory foam may want to consider the Leesa Original. The Nolah mattress has a responsive feel, so you won’t sink inside the mattress quite as much.
Other User Reviews
On Nolah‘s website, the mattress earns an overall customer review score of 4.9/5. Many people said the mattress helped alleviate joint pain, and one person said the bed is so good that they bought two. Nolah doesn’t feature negative reviews, so I am unable to shed light on customer complaints.
Read the full Nolah mattress review. For other great options, take a look at our best soft mattresses.
Best Thin Cooling Mattress- Cocoon Chill
The Cocoon Chill by Sealy offers a budget bed with cooling technology and contouring all-foam support, ideal for hot sleepers seeking pressure relief. Learn more in our video review.
Our Expert’s Take
Let’s face it, sleeping hot is the worst. If you’re like me, it’s no fun to wake up sweaty and overheating. To keep things nice and cool, consider the thin Cocoon Chill mattress.
As the name suggests, the Cocoon Chill is designed specifically with hot sleepers in mind. It features phase change material in its cover which actually draws heat away from your body. It is also cool to the touch.
The Cocoon Chill is a firmer mattress, so you will sleep more on top of the mattress. This allows more air to flow over your body, keeping you even cooler during the night.
What the testers say: “The Cocoon Chill is much firmer than average, which isn’t my preference. That said, I did feel quite supported when I rested on my back and stomach. Average weight side sleepers may need a softer mattress, though.” — Elisa, Reviewer
What We Love About the Cocoon Chill
- The Cocoon Chill is firmer than average, so it offers plenty of lumbar support for back sleepers. It’s also a good match for average weight stomach sleepers, because the firm foam helps prevent hips from sinking out of alignment.
- The Cocoon Chill has a cover made out of phase change material, which feels cool to the touch. It’s one of the most effective cooling fabrics on the market.
- The Cocoon Chill is a very good value. It costs $1079.00 before coupons, and it should last at 7-10 years.
What to Keep in Mind About the Cocoon Chill
- The mattress is too firm for most side sleepers. If you rest on your side, you may feel some pressure build up along your shoulder and hip.
- The Cocoon Chill isn’t supportive enough for heavier people. If you weigh more than 230 lb, you may want to consider getting the Cocoon Chill Hybrid instead.
Other User Reviews
On the Cocoon Chill website, over 8,300 customers left reviews. Overall, the mattress has a score of 4.7/5. Many people said the mattress shipped quickly and was easy to unbox. Others praised the bed’s cooling cover. A few people left one-star reviews and said the mattress felt uncomfortable.
Read the full Cocoon Chill mattress review. For other options, take a look at our best cooling mattresses.
Best Thin Organic Mattress- Zenhaven Mattress
Zenhaven is a latex bed made with all-natural materials, so it’s no surprise it’s one of the best organic mattresses available. The Zenhaven also boasts a durable construction and an impressive lifetime warranty.
Our Expert’s Take
Looking for something a bit more eco-friendly? You may want to consider the Zenhaven mattress. The Zenhaven comes from Saatva and is an organic mattress that contains organic cotton and multiple layers of all-natural Talalay latex. These materials adhere to the highest organic standards, so this is a green thin mattress option.
With its many layers of latex, the Zenhaven is an extremely durable mattress. While some foam mattresses may start to sag in just a few years, that should not be an issue with the Zenhaven. It will stand up to many years of use without sagging.
The Zenhaven has one more trick up its sleeve–-it is flippable! Each side has a different firmness, so you get two mattresses in one. This gives you two chances to find the perfect firmness for you.
What our testers say: “I felt very cool when I slept on the Zenhaven mattress. The breathable latex didn’t trap body heat at all. I personally preferred the firmer side of the mattress because I’m a heavier person who’s 6’7″. The softer side wasn’t quite supportive enough.” — Marten, reviewer
What We Love About the Zenhaven
- The Zenhaven’s materials are very breathable, so the mattress is a good option for hot sleepers. The latex foam feels responsive, so it doesn’t trap body heat, and the organic cotton cover allows room for airflow.
- The flippable design makes it a good fit for many different types of people. The softer side works well for lightweight back and side sleepers, while the firmer side is great for average weight back sleepers and lightweight stomach sleepers.
- The Zenhaven has a responsive feel, which makes it easy for people to move around on top of the bed. You shouldn’t feel “stuck inside” the mattress.
What to Keep in Mind About the Zenhaven
- All-natural materials are not the most affordable, so the Zenhaven may be too pricey for some.
- Side sleepers who weigh more than 130 lb may need more pressure relief. The Leesa Original could be a good alternative.
- If you love the feeling of slow-moving memory foam, you may want to consider the Cocoon Chill instead.
Other User Reviews
Out of 316 customer reviews on the Zenhaven website, the mattress has earned an overall score of 4.9/5. Many people said the mattress feels very supportive and that it was “worth every penny.” Some people said the mattress felt too firm.
Read our full Zenhaven mattress review. For other options, check out the best organic mattresses.
Best Thin Mattress for Side Sleepers- Siena Mattress
The Siena Original Mattress delivers budget-friendly, all-foam comfort with medium firmness, great for back and side sleepers seeking value. Learn more in our video review.
Our Expert’s Take
If you’re a side sleeper shopping for a mattress, it’s all about pressure relief. When you sleep on your side, your weight is concentrated on your shoulders and hips, and you can feel some serious pressure in those areas. If this applies to you, it’s worth looking at the Siena mattress.
The Siena features soft, comfortable memory foam that is fantastic with pressure relief. Lying down on your side, you should sink into the Siena and feel very little pressure on your shoulders and hips. If you are a back sleeper, you will also feel some fantastic contouring.
The Siena also is an affordable mattress option. For such a comfortable mattress, I would expect it to cost a pretty penny. However, it costs less than $700 for a queen size mattress.
What our testers say: “On the Siena mattress, I felt some nice pressure relief when I slept on my side. But because it’s softer than average, it’s not the best choice for back or stomach sleeping. I also felt quite warm on the mattress, so if you tend to overheat at night, you may want to look elsewhere.” —Elisa, reviewer
What We Love About the Siena Mattress
- The Siena mattress comes with a 180-night sleep trial, which is longer than many other trial periods. It’s also backed by a 10-year warranty.
- The Siena features a slow-moving memory foam feel that some will love. This is particularly great for lightweight side sleepers who need some pressure relief along their shoulders and hips.
What to Keep in Mind About the Siena Mattress
- Heavier people will want something more supportive than the Siena, such as the Zenhaven. The Siena mattress is softer than average, so heavier people will likely sink into the top layers and could develop back pain.
- The Siena is not the best match for hot sleepers. The thick foam layers tend to trap body heat, so if you run hot at night, you might want to get the Cocoon Chill instead.
Other User Reviews
Out of over 14,000 customer reviews on the Siena website, the mattress has earned an average score of 4.5/5. Many people raved about the mattress’s support and affordable price tag. One person said the mattress was too firm for their 11-year-old daughter, and other people said the mattress traps body heat.
Read the full Siena mattress review. For other recommendations, take a look at our best mattresses for side sleepers.
Who Should Buy A Thin Mattress?
Thin mattresses are, well, thin. This gives them plenty of benefits for certain types of sleepers. Keep reading to see if one of these applies to you.
- Lightweight sleepers. If you are on the lighter side, you really don’t need the support that a thicker mattress has to offer. You can save money by opting for a thin mattress and you’ll save on space as well!
- Children and teenagers. Children and teenagers don’t require as much support as adults. Also, it can be dangerous for children to sleep on a mattress that is too thick. A thinner mattress will keep them lower to the ground and make it more difficult to fall out of bed. This is especially important with bunk beds, as you don’t want an extremely thick mattress on the top bunk. This is especially dangerous for children and can make it easier for them to fall out of bed. Shop mattresses for teenagers here.
- Those with mobility issues. If you have health issues that make it more difficult to move around and get in and out of bed, you may consider a thin mattress. A thin mattress won’t let you sink in quite so far and can allow you to move around much more easily.
- Those who have a lower profile bed. If you have a more modern bed frame that sits low to the ground, a thick mattress might just be too much. Thinner mattresses pair better with lower beds.
What To Consider When Shopping
Here are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for a thin mattress.
Sleeping Position
No matter what type of mattress you purchase, you want to make sure it fits your specific sleeping position. For instance, if you are a back sleeper, a medium-firm mattress will give you the balance of comfort and support you require.
Side sleepers usually fare better on softer mattresses. Soft mattresses prevent bunching up around the shoulders and hips and relieve pressure on those areas. Explore beds for side sleepers here.
For mattresses for stomach sleeping, support is the name of the game. You need more support under your hips, and a firmer mattress can usually do the trick. If your mattress is too soft, your hips may sink into the mattress, and this can cause lower back pain.
Cooling
Sleeping hot is an issue for many people today. Whether you know it or not, your mattress has a lot to do with how hot or cool you sleep. You want to find a mattress that contains good cooling features.
Memory foam mattresses are known for sleeping hot because their chemicals trap body heat and direct it back at sleepers. However, some brands infuse their memory foam with cooling materials such as graphite, gel, or copper. If you want a memory foam mattress, make sure it has some sort of infusion.
Hybrid mattresses are usually a great fit for hot sleepers, as their coils allow for good airflow through the mattress. Latex mattresses are also very cooling because their natural foams do not trap heat the way memory foam mattresses do.
Durability
Even if you’re buying a more affordable thin mattress, it may still be an investment. You don’t want your mattress to start sagging right away.
Do your research and make sure that your mattress contains durable materials that will stand up to many years of use. If you are looking at an all-foam mattress, take a look at the foam density. If the brand advertises higher-density foam, that will last longer than cheaper, lower-density foam.
If you want something extremely durable, you can also consider a latex mattress. All-natural latex is more resilient than other types of foam and is a good long-term investment.
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How Do You Make A Thin Mattress More Comfortable?
If you’re having trouble getting comfortable on your thin mattress, you may not need to buy a whole new mattress. With the help of a mattress topper, you can turn your thin, uncomfortable mattress into a very comfy mattress.
Depending on your sleeping position, you can choose a thinner 2” mattress topper or a much thicker 4” mattress topper. A 2” topper will add just a bit more comfort to your mattress. This is great for back sleepers who need a bit more contouring. If you sleep on your side, and your thin mattress is much too firm, a 4” topper could add a significant amount of pressure relief to the mattress.
However, don’t go too wild with your mattress topper purchase. If you choose a very thick topper, this can make things more uncomfortable over time. You may feel a lack of support, and this can lead to serious pain issues.
Summary
Once again, here is our list of the best thin mattresses.
| Mattress | Best For: |
| Bear Original | Best Overall |
| Nolah Original | Best Soft Thin Mattress |
| Cocoon Chill | Best Thin Cooling Mattress |
| Zenhaven | Best Thin Organic Mattress |
| Siena Mattress | Best Thin Mattress for Side Sleepers |
FAQs
Is a 6” mattress too thin?
Six inches is quite thin for a mattress, but it should be enough for lightweight sleepers, children and some teenagers. However, a 6” mattress won’t offer much support for larger sleepers, who should look for something thicker.
Are thin mattresses better?
Thin mattresses can be good, but it depends on what you are looking for. If you need something for a lighter person, child or teenager, a thin mattress can do the trick. They aren’t good for people who need more support.
What does a thin mattress require underneath?
A thin mattress does not require as much support as a thicker mattress. Thin mattresses rarely require a box spring. Usually, a simple bed frame will suffice.
What are the cons of a thin mattress?
Thin mattresses aren’t as durable as thick mattresses, so you might need to replace them more often. They also don’t offer as much support. If you weigh more than 200 lb, you may need a thicker mattress.
Can a thin mattress cause back pain?
Depending on your height, weight and sleeping position, a thin mattress could cause back pain. In order to prevent back pain, you’ll need a mattress that helps you stay in a neutral alignment. Some thin mattresses cause sleepers to “bottom out,” which puts extra strain on pressure points.