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Best Mattresses 2025 | Tested By Sleep Experts - Forbes Vetted

To narrow down the best mattresses of 2025, we tested and compared over 120 models; and to stand behind our top picks, we recently retested every mattress on this list (along with dozens of others)

To narrow down the best mattresses of 2025, we tested and compared over 120 models; and to stand behind our top picks, we recently retested every mattress on this list (along with dozens of others) with ten individuals of varying body types and sleep positions over the course of three days. Our sleep experts ultimately named the Helix Midnight Luxe the best mattress overall, as it has a high-quality, balanced design that can keep sleepers of different weights and preferences happy. Our testing also helped us identify 11 other exceptional beds that can work for more specific needs, like those who suffer from back pain, prefer organic materials or sleep hot.

After testing more than 120 mattresses, the Helix Midnight Luxe is our top pick overall.

Along with panel testing each mattress, all of our top mattress picks go home with testers so they can provide real-world, in-depth notes after months of sleeping on them. We combine all of this information with extensive research and insights from industry leaders to curate and offer the best guidance possible. All of our recommendations ship free as bed-in-a-box mattresses or come with complimentary white glove delivery. A few models are new to this list based on our recent round of retesting, and we plan to test over 50 more mattresses (old and new) in the coming months to keep this guide fresh.

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We chose the Helix Midnight Luxe as the best mattress overall because it tested well across several key categories like pressure relief, responsiveness and edge support. During its recent retesting, everyone agreed it has a medium to medium-firm feel that hits the mark of not being too soft nor too firm. Testers of various weights scored it highly for side and back sleeping, with one calling it “the perfect mix of support and comfort.” Testers weighing less than 150 pounds also found it comfortable for stomach sleeping, as their hips didn’t sink as far into the bed as those who weigh more. And since the majority gave it an 8 out of 10 for ease of movement, it’s a great match for combo sleepers who change positions frequently at night or those with mobility issues.

Along with its accommodating and versatile feel, the Midnight Luxe impressed us with performance factors that benefit couples. It scored an 8 out of 10 for edge support after our testers sat, lied and moved around on the sides of the bed while tracking the level of sinkage. One tester says, “The Midnight Luxe’s side is very stable and supportive with not too much give to the mattress below you. When moving positions, you don’t feel the mattress move with you.” We also rated it highly for motion isolation after placing a glass of water on the mattress and performing various movements across from it. “I moved around on the surface vigorously and jumped on the bed, and the glass and water barely moved,” says one tester.

At 13.5 inches thick, the Helix Midnight Luxe is a couple of inches taller than the average bed-in-a-box, plus it comes with a strong pocketed coil layer underneath the pillow top and foam comfort layers. We found that this base layer provides great support under the hips and around the perimeter of the mattress, which is important for maintaining spinal alignment. It already features several cooling materials like copper infusions and pocketed coils to help dissipate body heat, but you can upgrade to a cooling cover for an additional fee if you sleep extra hot (something we found to be worth it).

One of our testers measuring the Helix Midnight Luxe.

On top of all that support, the plush pillow top is a major differentiator between the Luxe and the flagship Midnight model. One tester says, “The cushy top of this mattress looks exactly how it feels. The quilting is lifted yet tight, indicating its balance of cushion with underlying firmness and support.” Another tester, who’s been sleeping on this mattress for over a year at home, says it continues to be just as comfortable, supportive and cooling as it was during the first month of testing. You can read a deeper analysis in our Helix Midnight Luxe review.

Other mattresses we considered for the best overall title were the Saatva Classic and the DreamCloud Premier Rest. The Saatva Classic is extremely supportive and well-built, plus it comes in three different firmnesses. We found it doesn’t offer as much motion isolation as the Midnight Luxe, but we still recommend it for those with back pain and a wide array of sleepers in our Saatva Classic Mattress review. The Premier Rest is also a high-quality option that’s accommodating for a wide range of sleepers, but we found it to be less cooling and supportive along the perimeter than the Midnight Luxe. Since it shined with pressure relief in testing, we decided to name it the best for that instead.

Expert tip: If you struggle with lower back pain or need extra support beneath the hips, we suggest adding the ErgoAlign Layer made of denser memory foam for an additional fee.

Nectar

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Nectar recently revamped its entire mattress lineup and the new Nectar Premier earned the top spot for memory foam mattresses because it provides stellar pressure relief. Similar to its predecessor, the Nectar Premier hugs your shoulders and hips for deep contouring. However, the new Premier is a bit more responsive to movement, making it easier to change positions. “The foam takes a few moments to bounce back to normal, so it does make you work a little harder to switch, but it's not enough to disturb you at night,” says one of our testers.

Its dense foam layers also balance pressure relief with support to promote a healthy spine alignment—good news for back and side sleepers. In fact, the majority of our testers rated it a 9 out of 10 for both these sleeping positions. One says, “It is clearly memory foam, but it does not sink the way that many do with this level of foam. I would recommend for a combo side- and back-sleeping couple.” Our testing also found it provides adequate support for stomach sleepers who weigh less than 150 pounds.

That said, you still feel a bit more “in” the mattress than “on” it compared to hybrid mattresses, like the Helix Midnight Luxe, which may be a good thing for sleepers who prefer a traditional memory foam feel. Along with offering stellar pressure relief, the thick foams do a great job isolating motion. After doing the motion isolation test mentioned earlier, one tester says, “This is one of the bed's strongest points. The glass hardly moves when I bounce around, jump onto the bed or switch positions.”

Our mattress editor took a close look at the Nectar Premier.

Nectar says both the foam and hybrid models are medium-firm mattresses, but we found that the memory foam option leans more medium-soft. Several of our testers described the feel as “doughy” and “cushy.” It's softer and provides more sinkage than the new Nectar Classic, which launched alongside the Premier. If you prefer a more lifted feel, we recommend choosing the hybrid version of the Premier, which provides a bit more support.

Expert tip: Expect the Nectar Premier to get softer after the first month of sleeping on it.

DreamCloud

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The DreamCloud Premier Rest was a fan favorite among our testers for its cushiony, luxurious feel. Though it’s advertised as medium-firm, we found it actually feels softer than that with an extra touch of plushness thanks to its thick pillow top. One tester describes it as “sleeping on a cloud that has structure to it.” It averaged a 9 out of 10 for pressure relief—though several testers gave it a perfect 10 in this category. Testers found it most comfortable for back and side sleeping, but it still scored an impressive 8 out of 10 for stomach sleeping (although we’d recommend most strict stomach sleepers choose a firmer option like the Plank Firm in order to maintain spinal alignment).

The Premier Rest’s combination of responsive pocketed coils and cushy pillow top layers give it a lifted feel, which made it really easy to move around on during testing. This makes it a good option for combination sleepers or anyone with mobility issues. Our testers were also impressed with its motion-isolating abilities during the water glass test, ultimately rating it an 8 out of 10 in this category. And one of our testers who sleeps on the Premier Rest with her husband says unlike other beds they’ve tried, his restlessness throughout the night never disrupts her sleep.

The DreamCloud Premier Rest felt comfortable in multiple sleep positions.

Another reason it topped the list out of all the pressure-relieving options on the market is its high-quality, durable build. The Premier Rest’s cashmere-blend cover, contouring gel-infused memory foam and sturdy innerspring steel coils work together to give a luxury feel. This helped it test well for cooling and overall support—though the edge support is just okay. One tester says, “It’s still easy to get on and off the bed, but [the edge] does sink a lot.” If edge support is important to you, we recommend the Saatva Classic since its perimeter barely budges when you sit on it. Read more about how the Premier Rest performed after over a year of testing in our full DreamCloud Premier Rest Mattress review.

Expert tip: If you want a slightly firmer feel that still offers pressure relief for back and side sleepers, consider the original DreamCloud Hybrid or DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress instead.

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Hybrid mattresses have grown in popularity due to their ability to offer pressure relief from foam layers and sturdy support from coils. The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid tops our list of the best hybrid mattresses because it comes in three different firmnesses (plush, medium-firm, firm) to cater to a variety of sleepers, and it features high-quality materials that you don’t see in many online mattresses. We’ve tested all three firmness options; though they range in overall firmness, all embody a cushy yet supportive feel, and none provide too much sinkage that makes you feel like you're getting pulled too deep into the bed.

We recently retested the medium-firm model with our team. Our testers gave it an 8 out of 10 or higher for comfort in all three sleeping positions and for overall pressure relief. One tester describes it as “plush and airy but on the sturdier side of the scale,” saying it offers more of a medium feel, thanks to its supportive coil foundation beneath the cushiony foam comfort layers. Another tester adds, “[It’s] pretty easy to move around on this one. Despite it having a bouncy feel, there wasn't sinkage, so I didn't feel resistance when changing positions.”

The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid has a cooling cover that offered added breathability when we tested ... [+] it.

The Leesa Sapira Chill also tested well for cooling and motion isolation during both short-term and long-term testing, so it truly boasts the best qualities of memory foam and innerspring mattresses. As we detail in our full Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid review, while sleeping on it during the middle of summer, our tester says it helped regulate body temperature and didn’t retain much heat. As for edge support, though most testers said it felt comfortable lying on the side of the bed, everyone noted its edge support wasn’t as strong as the others on this list while sitting and moving on the side.

It’s worth noting that the medium-firm model has a slightly plusher feel than the Helix Midnight Luxe. We found it comfortable for all sleeping positions for lightweight and average-weight sleepers, but the firm model might be better for heavier sleepers or anyone who prefers a firmer feel.

Expert tip: If you’re a strict side sleeper with sensitive joints or like to feel cradled by your mattress, choose the plush model.

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This deluxe hybrid mattress features seven layers designed to provide side sleepers with superior comfort and targeted support. Its zoned coils offer responsive pressure relief, and microscopic foam air pockets help redistribute body weight and relieve joint tension. Plus, the cooling cover is constructed to wick away heat while you snooze. Choose from three firmness levels (plush, luxury firm and firm) to accommodate your individual sleep preference.

Brooklyn Bedding

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Those who love a firm mattress know the disappointment when a “firm” bed arrives that’s actually medium-firm. That’s why we can confidently recommend the Plank Firm as the best firm mattress of the year. Not only is it one of the firmest beds we’ve ever tested (out of more than 120), it also delivers a firm and extra-firm feel thanks to its flippable design. You can try both sides and choose the best firm fit for your needs.

Our testers rated it highly for back and stomach sleeping, as its very minimal sinkage helps keep the spine straight in these positions. “This bed feels firm and supportive,” says one tester. “As someone who deals with regular back pain, I could see this being really nice for back or stomach sleepers who need some extra lift in order to feel comfortable at night.” Although it’s too firm for most side sleepers, a tester weighing more than 250 pounds found it comfortable in this position since he experienced more pressure relief.

We found it relatively easy to flip the Plank Firm Mattress from one side to the other.

The Plank Firm scored a 9 out of 10 for edge support, which is quite impressive for an all-foam mattress. Our tester who weighs over 250 pounds says, “The edge support is fantastic on this bed,” adding that he feels very “grounded” and “comfortable” sitting on the side. Though he found it more difficult to move around on the mattress, our testers in the lightweight and average-weight categories rated it a 9 or 10 out of 10 for ease of movement since they felt less sinkage.

Despite there being zero to very little sinkage between the two sides of this mattress, it’s not to the point where you feel like you’re sleeping on the floor. Rather, it keeps you entirely lifted on the bed with slight cushioning for comfort. Its all-foam design isn’t the best for cooling (nor the worst), but you can pay for an additional cooling cover if you tend to run hot at night.

Although there are other mattresses on this list offered in firm models, none compare to the Plank Firm’s more extreme level. If you’re transitioning from a soft or medium mattress and want a firmer feel that still offers solid contouring and plushness, the firm models of the Aurora Luxe or Bear Elite Hybrid may be better picks.

Expert tip: If you weigh more than 250 pounds, check out the Plank Firm Luxe, which has a more supportive pocketed coil base layer.

Saatva

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In order to select the top-rated mattress for back pain, we paid close attention to how well different models promoted spinal alignment and supported testers of various weights in different positions. Along with ample support, our top choice couldn’t skimp on pressure relief. Enter the Saatva Classic, the brand’s best-selling luxury innerspring offered in three firmnesses and two heights. It features a supportive coil-on-coil design with zoned quilting for lumbar support, a spinal wire in the middle of the mattress to promote spinal alignment and a layer of memory foam in the center third of the bed for extra contouring. The support also carries from side to side, as this was the only mattress our testers unanimously gave a perfect 10 for edge support.

We’ve tested all three firmnesses of the Saatva and recently tested the luxury firm and firm models with our team (since they’re better choices for most folks with back pain). Our testers scored both models highly for all sleeping positions and pressure relief, but the luxury firm model received the highest scores with a 9 for side and back sleeping, an 8.5 for stomach sleeping and an 8.5 for pressure relief. One tester calls out how it’s great for back sleepers with back pain especially, as it’s “comfortable with no sinking and does not add additional strain on the body.”

Despite there not being a lot of sinkage on this mattress, testers say the plush pillow top adequately alleviates pressure while side sleeping. One describes the feel as “not like melting on a cloud, but soft,” while another says, “The top layer cradles my shoulders and hips really nicely.” Testers found it very easy to change positions on, as well. Just keep in mind since its coils provide good bounce and ease of movement, that does translate to weaker motion isolation.

The Saatva features several layers designed to promote healthy sleep posture and prevent back pain.

The main runner-up for the best mattress for back pain was the Saatva Rx. It’s designed specifically with chronic pain in mind, including back and joint conditions like sciatica, arthritis, herniated disc and scoliosis. One of our testers with scoliosis says the Saatva Rx alleviated her back pain within a week of sleeping on it, soon leading to consistent pain-free nights. However, we felt the Saatva Classic can accommodate more sleepers due to its three firmness and two height options, along with it being designed for more general pains.

It’s also worth noting the Saatva Classic comes with free white glove delivery, which means the mattress is never compressed in a box. Instead, movers deliver it, set it up and remove your old mattress for you if needed. Read a deeper analysis of this mattress in our Saatva Classic Mattress review.

Expert tip: We found the luxury firm to be on the firmer end of medium-firm, while the firm model is a true firm. Those wanting more cushioning should choose the plush soft model.

Brooklyn Bedding

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The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe excelled in all its cooling tests thanks to its cool-to-the-touch cover, copper and gel-infused foams and airflow-promoting coils. After months of sleeping on this mattress, our tester found it regulates temperature extremely well and prevents any heat buildup. The cover has a true cool-to-the-touch sensation that many brands advertise but don’t deliver on—but keep in mind it doesn’t stay cool-to-the-touch all night. However, it does regulate temperature all night. It also tested well for support (both along the sides of the mattress and in the center) and pressure relief.

The three different firmnesses (soft, medium, firm) offer different amounts of pressure relief—and since you can add a 2-inch “Cloud” pillow top, it can cater to most sleep styles and preferences. We’ve tested all firmness levels of the Aurora Luxe and recently tested the firm model with the pillow top with our team (the brand says it’s a very popular option right now). It scored an 8.5 for pressure relief, with one tester saying, “My first impression is that it's softer than I thought it would be as a firm bed, which could be chalked up to the soft and airy Cloud pillow top.”

A closer look at the Aurora Luxe's cooling cover.

The Aurora Luxe also isolated movement well and scored an 8 out of 10, which is important for anyone who doesn’t want to feel their partner (or pet) moving around in the night. It’s supportive for both solo and co-sleepers, as well, earning an 8 out of 10 for edge support after our testers felt comfortable sitting and sleeping on the side. Our testers also found it was “very easy to move between positions” on the Aurora Luxe, adding it has a “slight bounce without feeling too springy.”

The medium firmness is on the cushier side of medium-firm, but we found it to be supportive and comfortable for all sleep positions. We think back and combo sleepers should do best on the medium model, stomach sleepers on the firm model and lightweight and/or dedicated side sleepers on the soft model. (Just keep in mind the soft model didn’t test as well for edge support.) See more of our insights in our in-depth Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Mattress review.

Although we didn’t find them to be more cooling than the Aurora Luxe, the Helix Midnight Luxe (with the cooling upgrade), Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid and Bear Elite Hybrid are three others worth noting on this list with impressive cooling materials and abilities.

Expert tip: If you prefer a firm feel but want a little plushness, the firm Aurora Luxe model with the pillow top is the way to go.

Avocado

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Type: Hybrid | Brand firmness rating: Firm (7), medium (6) or plush (4) | Height: 11 inches (firm), 13 inches (medium), 15.5 inches (plush) | Shipping: Free (in a box; optional in-home delivery for added fee) | Trial: 365 nights | Warranty: 25 years

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The Avocado Green is our pick for the best organic mattress because it features more certified organic and eco-friendly materials than the vast majority of beds on the market. It comes in three models with different firmnesses (plush, medium, firm) that all feature at least three inches of premium latex, recycled steel pocketed coils and organic cotton and wool. Latex foam has emerged as one of the more sought-after materials in the mattress world since it’s more eco-friendly, cooling, durable and bouncy than memory foam. Some mattress brands use synthetic latex to cut costs, but Avocado’s latex is certified organic by third parties and meets high manufacturing standards. (Organic latex foam is made from the sap of a rubber tree.)

The plush model of the Avocado Green Mattress adds 3 inches of latex to the top.

Our testing found the advertised firmnesses for the different Avocado Green models to be accurate for all three, so you can pick the right one for your sleeping position. Just keep in mind the plusher the model you choose, the more expensive it is. We tested the firm base model with our team and found it’s best for back and stomach sleeping. One tester says, “The Avocado Green keeps my hips lifted and in line with my shoulders, while the latex and thick cover provide a gentle touch.” Another adds, “The top is comfortable and soft, but the firmness and lack of sinkage is perfect for back sleepers. If someone is seeking a high support mattress for their back, it would be a great option.”

Our testers also found it’s quite responsive and scored it an 8.5 for ease of movement. “It's super easy to move around on this bed,” says one. “The latex is buoyant and helps guide you from position to position. There's also not a lot of sinkage on this bed, so you never feel stuck in the bed and can easily roll around.” The organic materials and coils also make this mattress naturally cooling.

The medium and plush models also tested well in these categories but with much plusher feels. In fact, the plush model is one of the plushest beds we’ve come across. You can read more about its performance in our Avocado Green Mattress review. Due to the latex in its construction, the Avocado Green offers a more buoyant, lifted feel than other options on this list like the Nectar Premier or Helix Midnight Luxe. However, it doesn’t do as great of a job with edge support or motion isolation.

Expert tip: Choose the plush model if you’re a strict side sleeper or in need of deep pressure relief, the medium model if you’re a back, side or combination sleeper, and the firm model if you’re a back and/or stomach sleeper.

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The WinkBed earned a spot on our list because of its impressive Euro pillow top that comforts a wide variety of sleepers. While the Helix Midnight Luxe and DreamCloud Premier Rest also come with plush pillow tops, the WinkBed’s is infused with eucalyptus-derived Tencel and gel foam, which makes it more breathable and airy. One tester says, “The pillow top and upper foams provide a gentle cloud-like hug. There's not a ton of sinkage, but it does offer ample cushioning while still keeping you supported and more on top of the bed.” But, of course, it isn’t just the pillow top that makes the WinkBed one of our favorites; it also has excellent edge support, ease of movement and pressure-relieving abilities.

You can choose from four firmness levels; our team recently retested the luxury firm and plus models, and one of our testers sleeps on the soft model at home. Our testers found the luxury firm model to be a true medium-firm and gave it high marks for all sleeping positions and pressure relief (it received an overall 8.5 or 9 for each). One tester writes, “I thought this bed might be too firm for side sleeping, but it was surprisingly really comfortable. The cushy pillow top provides enough sinkage for the shoulder and hip, while the coils below keep you supported. I didn't feel any discomfort—though I would still prefer a softer bed for side sleeping as a personal preference.”

The WinkBed felt soft and billowy when we tested it.

Our testers also gave it high praise for its cooling abilities, ease of movement (9 out of 10), edge support (9 out of 10) and motion isolation (8 out of 10)—making this one of the highest-rated beds we tested and a well-rounded pick for couples and combination sleepers.

For our WinkBed Mattress review, we tested the soft version of the mattress and found it to be a little firmer than advertised. It also didn’t isolate motion as well as the firmer models. If you prefer a softer feel and share a bed with a partner or pet and don’t want to feel their movements, the Helix Midnight Luxe and the DreamCloud Premier Rest offer a similar pillow top experience with better motion isolation.

Expert tip: Strict side sleepers and lightweight folks should go with the soft model for deeper pressure relief, while back and stomach sleepers are better off with the luxury firm or firm model for extra support. Sleepers weighing more than 250 pounds should choose the plus model.

Bear

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The Bear Elite Hybrid earned its title as the best mattress for couples because it excelled in our testing of performance categories that tend to matter most to people sharing a bed: cooling, edge support, motion isolation, ease of movement and a balanced feel. Our team recently retested the medium model and found it’s the best fit for couples who can’t decide on a firmness level. It scored a 9.5 out of 10 for side sleeping, a perfect 10 for back sleeping and an 8 for stomach sleeping—and these scores came from sleepers of all weight classes. They also collectively gave it a 9 out of 10 for pressure relief.

One tester writes, “My first impression was, ‘Wow, this is a comfortable mattress.’ It’s light, airy and cushiony all at the same time. With that said, it doesn't lack the proper support needed to promote alignment. This bed feels like an ultra-nice, luxurious bed.” One tester who weighs over 250 pounds adds, “Out of the given adjectives, I would choose ‘pillowy’ and ‘lifted.’ There is not much sinkage but lots of support. This bed is very soft and feels great all around.”

Our testers found the Bear Elite Hybrid to offer the right amount of cushion and support.

The zoned coils in the Bear Elite Hybrid help promote spinal alignment, while the reinforced coils along the edges keep the sides of the bed sturdy. Along with finding it supportive from side to side, our testers reported it’s easy to move around on and good at isolating motion—all important features for couples. It offers a feel similar to the Aurora Luxe but is not quite as plush or cooling. However, if you sleep extra hot, you can add the Celliant cover for an extra fee, as the brand says it helps regulate body temperature better. Learn more in our full Bear Elite Hybrid review.

Expert tip: If you and your partner are both side sleepers, the soft model may be more up your alley since it offers more pressure relief, or if you’re both back or stomach sleepers, the firm is a good selection for a more lifted feel.

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We chose the T&N Mint Hybrid as the best soft mattress overall because it offers an airy, plush memory foam feel that is extremely pressure-relieving while also being supportive thanks to the coils down below. “This is a fantastic mattress,” writes one tester. “I love how much it absorbs all the pressure points of my body. It feels like I'm floating.” Our testers found it to be most comfortable while back and side sleeping, as the thick upper foams comfortably cradle the joints without pushing your spine out of alignment.

Though it has a soft, contouring feel, this bed doesn’t trap you. One tester says, “It has a memory foam feel that's a bit doughy while still being responsive—meaning you sink in a little and get pressure relief, but you don't sink in so far that you feel stuck.” Granted, it’s not as bouncy and responsive as a bed like the Saatva Classic, but testers agree the effort it takes to move around isn’t significant—a bonus for combination sleepers who switch positions throughout the night.

Our testers found the T&N Mint Hybrid responsive, breathable and cushy.

The microcoils and pocketed coils inside the T&N Mint Hybrid help with this responsiveness while also adding support, and unlike some other mattresses, they don’t hinder motion isolation. In fact, one of our testers weighing over 250 pounds saw “very minimal movement” in the water glass when he sat, rolled around and jumped onto the bed. He says, “Oddly enough, the least movement from the water glass was when I jumped into bed. It seems to absorb motion/movement directly under where it's happening.” It ultimately received a 9 out of 10 in this category, which is a great sign for anyone who doesn’t want to feel their partner’s or pet’s movements.

The “Mint” in its name refers to its cooling abilities, provided by a breathable cover, ventilated foams, gel and graphite infusions and airflow-promoting coils. After sleeping on it for over a month, one tester says the Mint Hybrid kept her at an even temperature but isn’t one of the coolest mattresses out there like the Aurora Luxe. The main downside our testers discovered is its edge support is somewhat lacking. One tester says, “It sinks a decent amount on the side of the bed when sitting. This makes sense since it has a softer feel overall. I don't think it's the best edge support if that's an important feature to you or you're sharing a smaller bed.” You can learn more in our full Tuft & Needle Mint Hybrid review.

The most similar mattress to the T&N Mint Hybrid on this list is the all-foam Nectar Premier. The main differences between the two are the Mint Hybrid has coils and is a touch softer, and the Nectar Premier has better edge support and is less expensive.

Expert tip: For a similar feel at a more competitive price point, check out the all-foam T&N Mint model.

Helix

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The Helix Plus is specifically designed for folks with larger body types, supporting up to 1,000 pounds in total, according to the brand. We found it to feel dense, firm and extremely supportive. Despite being marketed as medium-firm, both our testers who weigh over 250 pounds thought it felt firmer, with slight sinkage where pressure’s applied. (That said, it should soften up a little after a month or so.) Both plus-size testers agree the Helix Plus is best for back and stomach sleeping, with one saying, “The mattress feels like it's hugging my sides as I lie on my back. It's pretty comfy.” The other adds there’s no dipping or sagging while stomach sinking, making it a great fit for these sleepers.

The high-density foams up top combined with the reinforced steel coils below create an overall lifted feel that’s easy to move around on. Our team unanimously scored it a 9 out of 10 for ease of movement, with one tester saying, “It's easy to roll around on and not too difficult to get in and out of. It has a tiny bit of bounce if you make big movements like jumping in and out.” It also scored well for edge support, but our testers note it sinks a few inches while sitting on the sides.

Our testers found the Helix Plus to have a dense, lifted feel.

Our testing found the Helix Plus does an okay job isolating motion, meaning you’re likely to feel a partner’s bigger movements like getting in and out of bed, but you shouldn’t feel the smaller tosses and turns. It didn’t excel in cooling during testing, but you can upgrade to a cooling pillow top to help prevent heat from trapping and for a little extra plushness (it adds an extra two inches).

The WinkBed Plus and Saatva HD were two other mattress contenders for heavy people. Both are top-rated mattresses made with durable materials specifically designed for plus-size sleepers. However, the WinkBed Plus has a lower weight capacity at a total of 900 pounds compared to the others’ 1,000 pounds, and the Saatva HD isn’t compatible with most regular foundations and box springs—so you’d likely have to buy a new foundation from Saatva.

Expert tip: If you want a more luxurious feel and build, you can upgrade to the Helix Plus Luxe or Helix Plus Elite.

The best mattress for you depends on several factors, including your preferred sleep style, body type and budget. Below, we compare each of our top mattress recommendations by their type, firmness level, height, shipping, trial period and warranty.

We’ve tested a wide variety of top-rated mattresses. While the beds listed below didn’t make the cut for the best ones of the year, they each offer specific features that make them a good fit for certain sleep styles and preferences.

Our tester liked that the Helix Midnight offers a nice in-between feel—not too soft and not too ... [+] firm.

Our mattress tester liked the plush memory foam layers of the Stearns & Foster Lux Estate Mattress.

We’re constantly testing new mattresses to make sure we recommend the best models for every sleep style. Below, see the mattresses we’re currently reviewing.

Thanks to our editorial team’s expertise in researching, testing and writing about mattresses and sleep, we’ve built a robust library of sleep guides including our best mattress picks for different sleepers, top bedding choices for various preferences and expert-approved tips for better sleep.

This mattress guide was created by two Forbes Vetted editors with extensive sleep industry experience.

To determine the best mattresses of 2025, we retested every mattress from our 2024 list, alongside dozens of other top-rated beds, with a team of ten people. Our testers varied in body weight and type, preferred sleeping position(s) and overall sleep preferences in order to have multiple sleepers from each category represented. Over the course of three days, we focused on comfort in different sleeping positions, overall feel, ease of movement, pressure relief, support and motion isolation—performing tests and taking detailed notes along the way.

Of course, we prefer to test every mattress the best way possible—by sleeping on it for at least 30 nights and reporting our findings. Though every mattress on this list is currently going through long-term testing or has in the past, sometimes it is not possible to include insights for one month of testing for all newly released or updated models. To ensure fair and accurate analysis of each mattress—whether tested for a few hours or a full 30 nights—we developed specific criteria and testing procedures for evaluating the most important performance factors. Below is a breakdown of the categories we test and how we measure them.

Pressure relief is a measure of how a mattress alleviates pressure points on your body. To test pressure relief, we lie on each of our best mattress contenders in each sleeping position and document where we notice pressure building—or on the contrary, where we feel relief. It’s common for a mattress to provide good pressure relief for the hips but not the shoulders for side sleeping, so we make sure to pay attention to different parts of our bodies in a variety of sleep positions. Since varying body types and weights experience pressure relief differently, we compare and discuss results to make sure we’re confident in our recommendations.

Motion transfer is the degree of movement that travels through a mattress. This is important for people sharing the bed since you don’t want a restless partner to wake you up. We first test motion transfer by getting comfortable in a sleeping position on one side of the mattress. Then, we have another person mimic common movements sleepers make—rolling around, getting in and out of bed and even jumping into the bed with force. We take note of the amount of impact we can feel with each action and aim to have multiple people perform this test in order to compare results.

To supplement these testing results, we place a glass of water on one side of the mattress and perform all the movements mentioned above to see how it affects the water. It’s typical for large movements—like plopping into bed—to travel across the mattress. However, you shouldn’t feel a partner tossing and turning or getting in and out of a bed that has strong motion isolation.

Along with how supported you feel in each sleeping position, support refers to the overall weight capacity and durability of a mattress. We take into account how much weight the brand says a mattress can support and test it by documenting how the support feels in the center and the edges. We also sit and press into the sides of the mattress while shifting our bodies to see how much sinkage or stabilization there is. Then, we lie in a sleeping position near the edge of the mattress to document sinkage.

We also test for spinal alignment on each best mattress contender for all sleep positions. We pay attention to whether our hips are dipping into a mattress while stomach sleeping, whether our hips and shoulders sink too far or not enough into the bed while side sleeping or if our hips and back are curving too much while back sleeping. (These are all signs of poor support for these sleep positions.) We ask testers to bring in another person to watch how our tester’s spine is impacted and whether it remains in a neutral line, which is the key for healthy sleep posture and pain prevention.

Ease of movement is how easily you can move around on a mattress, or whether it takes effort to do so. We test this by settling into a sleep position and assessing the level of difficulty to move around into different positions or to get out of bed. If a mattress is bouncy it can help with ease of movement, so we also test bounce by jumping on the mattress and/or dropping large items on it to monitor the air they get.

Mattresses can be actively cooling due to materials with high thermal conductivity that work to pull heat away from the body, or they can promote airflow and breathability with open-cell designs and lightweight fabrics. We first examine the materials in the mattress and see whether they live up to any cooling claims.

We examine whether the mattress’ cover has a cool-to-the-touch sensation and how long that sensation lasts. It’s common for the cooling feel to go away after about 15 minutes. We find that the best way to test cooling is by sleeping on a mattress and documenting whether we wake up in the night feeling warm, how our body temperature feels in the morning and how the mattress’ cooling abilities compare to other models.

Buying a new mattress is a big investment, both for your wallet and overall health. When thinking about how to choose the best mattress for you (and, if applicable, your partner), consider these important points, including sleep position, mattress type and firmness level, before making your purchase.

Your body type and sleep position play a major role in the mattress type and firmness level you should choose. Mattresses are rated on a firmness scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest and 10 the firmest. Brands typically rate medium-firm around a 6.5 on that scale. Mattresses are designed with different firmnesses and structures to benefit specific sleeping styles and body weights.

The top-rated mattresses don’t all look the same; they come in several constructions with varying materials. Here’s a look at the most popular mattress types and who they’re best for:

If you’re a hot sleeper or share the bed with a partner (two bodies tend to overheat more than one), it can be good to consider a cooling mattress. These mattresses consist of materials either designed to help with active cooling or to promote more airflow through the bed. The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe, our pick for the best cooling mattress, uses a mix of different materials to achieve this. It has a cool-to-the-touch cover, a proprietary foam with copper design to draw heat away and a base layer of coils that allow for airflow.

In general, medium-firm mattresses—typically hybrids—can help alleviate back pain since they provide a balance of support and pressure relief. We chose the Saatva Classic as the best for pain because it has a plush yet supportive coil-on-coil design with several layers dedicated to promoting spinal alignment. It also comes in three different firmness levels, so you can choose the best one for your sleeping position. If you’re a side sleeper with shoulder or hip pain, you usually need a softer mattress for more cushioning. If you’re a stomach sleeper with hip or back pain, a firmer mattress can help promote spinal alignment and prevent pains.

Since buying a mattress online can feel risky, it’s helpful to find generous trial periods and warranties. All of the brands on this list offer risk-free trial periods of at least 100 nights where you can try the bed out at home to see if it’s a good fit for you. Keep in mind you may have to give it 30 nights before being eligible to return or swap it out, though.

Mattress warranties are also essential because they cover manufacturing defects and other issues you may come across in the years to come, like premature sagging or broken coils. However, typical wear and tear is typically not covered, and it’s important to make sure you’re following the warranty’s guidelines to not void it. All of the brands on our list provide at least 10-year warranties.

A mattress’ durability depends on its materials and structure, along with how well you take care of it. If you’re wondering when is the right time to replace your mattress, know that most mattresses last around seven to 10 years, but the quality of materials impacts that span. For example, premium memory foams or organic latex foams last longer than low-quality polyurethane foams or synthetic foams. Overall, a hybrid or innerspring mattress is often more durable than a memory foam mattress since the coils offer extra support for usage over the years.

You’ll likely come across several different mattress certifications when searching for a new bed. These certifications indicate the mattress’ overall quality and sustainability, including whether the mattress was made with organic or eco-friendly materials. Below, we break down some of the most common mattress certifications. For a more in-depth overview, check out our mattress certification guide.

To provide the most relevant recommendations and buying advice, we keep tabs on the latest developments from the best mattress brands. Below, we rounded up some of the most recent headlines from the mattress and sleep industry.

After testing over 120 beds, we recommend Helix—its Midnight Luxe mattress earned the title of best mattress of 2025. Its hybrid construction and plush pillow top balance support and pressure relief exceptionally well, while its medium to medium-firm feel appeals to a variety of sleeping positions.

While the most comfortable mattress for you is ultimately up to your sleep preferences, in general, hybrid mattresses tend to suit most sleepers. Memory foam mattresses offer contoured comfort that’s ideal for side sleepers, while innerspring mattresses give firm support to stomach and back sleepers.

Mattresses range in price from as little as $200 to over $5,000, although we think the sweet spot is around $1,000 to $1,500 for a queen-size bed. While luxury mattresses tend to come with more advanced features and customizability, most beds priced within the $1,000 range offer the most value for the price.

If you’re looking for a truly luxurious mattress, we recommend Saatva. While its Rx Mattress sits near the $3,000 mark, it has a wealth of features that make it suitable for sleepers with back pain. Helix also offers a range of high-end mattresses in its Elite collection—these premium mattresses feature five tailored foam layers and dual microcoil layers.

After an extensive round of retesting, we added two more beds to our list: the Saatva Classic and the Tuft & Needle Mint Hybrid. We also updated our product descriptions with new tested insights and photography.

We added a section on mattress certifications to our buyer’s guide. We also updated our news section with information on the new CopperFlex collection and updated our list of mattress deals.

We added long-term testing notes to the Helix Midnight Luxe. We also updated our sections on beds we’ve recently tested, mattresses we’re currently testing and the latest news in the mattress industry.

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