The 16 best mattresses of 2021

DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress

Designed with a whopping five layers, this mattress offers the ultra-comfort of gel memory foam and the sturdy support of individually wrapped coils for sleepers with back problems. Bonus points for the cashmere-blend surface that made one reviewer feel like they were sleeping on “cloud 9.”

Still searching? Take a look at our other favorite mattresses for people with back pain.

Loom & Leaf Mattress

Mattresses aren’t just for sleeping. Enjoy some sexy time with your partner on this memory foam design, which contours to your bodies for maximum comfort.The stand-out feature is the mattress’s gel-infused material — perfect for keeping you nice and cool as things get heated up.

Head over to our dedicated guide for even more top mattress picks for making love.

AS5 by Amerisleep

Drift off to sleep on this velvety-soft memory foam mattress, rated the Best Soft Mattress by The Sleep Foundation in 2021. And don’t worry about getting overheated — the open cell design makes sure that air flows freely so you can catch some breezy zzz’s.

Still can’t decide? We’ve got even more top soft mattress suggestions in our dedicated guide.

The Classic Saatva Mattress

Saatva’s Classic mattress comes in three firmness levels, with its Firm option rated an eight on a scale of one to ten. This mattress is built to make you feel like you’re lying on top of it — not sinking down into it. Plus, the dual-coil design offers just the right amount of spinal support.

Compare even more firm mattress options in our guide dedicated to supportive beds.

The All-New Purple Mattress Firm

Purple’s new and improved mattress comes in three firmness levels with a supportive network of coils to keep you afloat all night long. For heavier people, a firmer mattress can offer more support without sagging.

Purple not your jam? No sweat! Take a look at our other favorite mattresses for heavier people.

Dual Balance by Helix Sleep

Known for its dual-sided mattresses, Helix offers several models that are perfect for couples who simply can’t settle on a single firmness level. The Dual Balance features a soft and firm side, breathable hybrid construction for maximum airflow and pressure point relief.

Looking for more top mattress picks with your dynamic duo in mind? Browse through our dedicated guide of the best mattresses for couples.

The Wave by Casper

Casper’s latest model, the Wave, comes equipped with something called Hyper-Targeted Support, a patented support network that relieves pressure points at 36 specific spots throughout your bed. So your mattress knows exactly where to flex and where to stay firm, making it the perfect fit for curling up into a side position.

Looking for even more options? Read our guide that highlights even more top mattress picks for side sleepers.

Birch Organic Mattress by Helix Sleep

Known for its customizable mattresses and personalized sleep quiz, Helix now offers a mattress that’s designed with the eco-friendly sleeper in mind. Birch is made using natural latex, cotton and wool sustainably sourced from New Zealand.

The Original Allswell Mattress

Beds that are easy on pressure points — and your wallet. The Allswell starts at $265 for a twin bed and includes features like gel-infused memory foam, individually wrapped coils and a quilted top panel.

Still looking? Browse through even more leading mattresses on the cheaper side.

Layla Hybrid Mattress

Not only will you love this mattress because it was made in the USA, you’ll also go nuts for the flippable design. One side offers firmness whereas the other is soft. Plus, there are six layers in between to support your back for an ultra-comfy night sleep.

If you’re still in the market for a made-in-USA mattress, don’t miss our dedicated guide listing our favorites.

Layla Sleep

Choosy sleepers will love Layla Sleep’s reversible foam mattress that lets you choose between a soft and a firmer side. This bed is perfect for anyone who’s new to foam mattresses and might be unsure about which firmness level they like best. It’s also great as a guest bed to suit various sleeping preferences.

Rounding out the Layla mattress’s features are copper-infused foam layers, a 120-night risk-free trial and an unprecedented lifetime warranty.

Purple

Purple remains one of the most popular online mattress brands, and it’s easy to see why. Its patented Hyper-Elastic Polymer layer is unlike any material that other brands offer. It’s super cushy, super bouncy and, according to thousands of customer reviews, super comfy.

In fact, this bed was such a fan favorite that the company decided to release three new models, each with varying thicknesses of Hyper-Elastic Polymer, combined with foam and/or coils.

Lightspeed Outdoors 2-Person PVC-Free Air Bed Mattress

This inflatable air mattress is ultra-portable, has a high resistance against abrasions and comes with a battery-operated pump — making it a good pick for campers. It comfortably fits two people and features built-in handles on either side so you can stake it down to prevent your bed from sliding out from under you when switching sleeping positions throughout the night.

Nest Bedding BKB – Big Kid’s Bed

Nest was the first online mattress brand to come out with a smaller foam mattress designed specifically for kids. It’s made of two supportive, CertiPUR-US certified foam layers, is made in the USA and does not contain any toxins. This bed gets rave reviews online and can be placed on any bed frame, including bunk beds.

Not sure this is the right pick for your little one? Read our guide highlighting more top mattresses for kids.

The Classic Saatva

The trick to stomach sleeping is to have enough support for your hips without forcing your spine into unnatural positions. The Saatva mattress is comprised of a combination of foam layers and pocket springs, giving stomach sleepers the support they need while still offering some bounce and flexibility.

This mattress is available in three firmness levels, is made of eco-friendly materials and is available for nationwide in-home delivery and setup.

The Platform Bed by Casper

If you need to save space, we recommend a streamlined platform base like Casper’s new model offers. It gets your mattress off the floor without expanding its footprint, plus it’s super stylish and available in two colors. And it still qualifies for a 30-night risk-free trial and free return pickup if it happens to not work out for any reason.