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Life is stressful, y’all lol. From balancing school/work and personal life ~issues~ to coping with the freaking state of society, sometimes it feels like the only time we get a break is when it's time to hit the hay. Unless, of course, you have an uncomfortable mattress that prevents you from getting your much-needed beauty rest. In which case, your life probably feels like it's in shambles. I know that sounds dramatic, but seriously! Getting a good night's sleep is truly one of the best things you can do for your mental, physical, and emotional health—and investing in the world's softest sheets and the perfect mattress is key. So, because we care about your overall wellbeing, we've rounded up the eight best mattresses on Amazon that'll have you waking up on the right side of the bed every damn morning.
Whether you prefer memory foam mattresses, soft ones that contour your body, cooling mattresses, firm mattresses that provide support, or even a mattress in a box for easy delivery, this list has something for every type of sleeper (front, side, and back) at every price point. Oh, and for all you insomniacs, one of these bestselling Amazon mattresses miiiight just change your life. Keep reading for your Best. Sleep. Ever.
Face it: You're just not you when you're tired. Like, getting good sleep truly makes you a better person, and good sleep starts with the best mattress (aka any one of the Amazon ones below).
This baby features five layers of cloud-like cushioning—a quilted cool copper fiber cover, a 14-inch thick mattress, two inches of dynamically adjusting foam, a sturdy nine-inch bottom layer, and a shift-resistant lower cover—for your best sleep ever.
THE REVIEWS: "It's worth noting that I really, really like a FIRM mattress. When I first laid down on this mattress I thought to myself 'Oh, this mattress is not firm at all.' But I was totally wrong. The top layer is so nice and squishy but then right underneath that you can feel the firmness of the bed. It is a perfect combination," one reviewer writes. "You absolutely positively can feel the cooling material. When laying on just the mattress before I put the mattress pad on, there is a nice cooling sensation."
Plush memory foam provides pressure-relieving comfort, while a ventilated and gel-infused layer helps regulate temperature while you sleep. We also love that the bamboo charcoal base foam layer helps minimize odors and keeps your mattress nice and freshhhh.
THE REVIEWS: "I have used a spring mattress for most of my life. The occasional water bed, air mattress, etc. from time to time too, and I've always had an issue sleeping for more than five hours at a time. Not with this. I'm not sure if this bed is the work of an angel or a demon. After the first week, I find myself sleeping wayyyyy too much on this thing," writes one reviewer. "It's like my body is subconsciously catching up on the years of lost sleep I've let go. When your bed is so comfortable that you sleep for 12 hours at a time, you know you made a wonderful (but dangerous) purchase."
Unlike most memory foam mattresses, this one won't make you feel like you're sinking into quicksand when you lay down—it has some bouncy and lifting properties to support your joints.
THE REVIEWS: "After days and days of researching the best mattress for back pain I finally found the Zoma Start mattress and it’s made a huge difference for me. I can get out of bed in the morning without pain! It’s just the right amount of firmness and squishiness I was looking for," one reviewer writes. "I highly recommend this mattress for anyone who suffers from back pain. I’m typically not a 'reviewer' but I felt it was important to put my two cents in on this one."
This mattress—which strikes the perfect balance of soft and supportive—features an eco-friendly cover that's made with recycled materials.
THE REVIEWS: "First of all, I slept great on it. But I sleep great just about anywhere. My wife, however, is not only an extremely light sleeper (due to chronic back pain), but she also snores like a jet engine backfiring inside of a hangar played on a constant loop. Last night was the first night she's been asleep while making no noise," one reviewer writes. "Thanks, Casper! I thought she was dead."
If you're having a hard time deciding which mattress you'll love most, consider this flippable one (yes, flippable!). It allows you to choose between a firm side and a medium-soft side, depending on your vibe.
THE REVIEWS: "I purchased six different mattresses over the last few years and really disliked all of them. This bed beats ALL OF THEM," one reviewer writes. "It is so comfortable. It sleeps cool. My back does not hurt in the morning. My wife and I both love it. We also LOVE that the cover is removable and we already had to wash it once. I can't say enough good things about this bed. It is absolutely amazing."
It's not quite a spring mattress but it's not a foam one either—it's a hybrid design that's truly the best of both worlds.
THE REVIEWS: "This mattress is perfect in every way. Firm base with the right amount of sink and bounce on top. Edges are supportive. No odor. SUPER fast delivery (two days faster than expected) and so easy to unpackage. I wish I had bought this sooner," writes one reviewer. "Definitely recommending this to my friends and family in the market for a new mattress."
The foam adjusts as you move (without trapping you!) while keeping you cool and providing pressure-relieving support.
THE REVIEWS: "We bought this mattress for our 15-year-old son. We looked at a lot of mattresses and read online reviews from consumer reports before deciding to give this mattress a try. Our son absolutely LOVES it," writes one reviewer. "The first night he slept on his new mattress, he did not want to get up! When asked if he liked it, his response was, 'I did not want to get out of my bed this morning!'"
This option has all the bells and whistles, including green tea- and gel-infused memory foam that feels fresh and cool to the touch as it hugs your body. Sounds pretty sexy, right?
THE REVIEWS: "Amazing product. Highly recommend it. No cons at all! Installs easily. Lightweight yet firm and soft at the same time. I was amazed by the quality," one reviewer writes.
Guys, don't be gross—try to replace your mattress every six to eight years. If you're constantly waking up sore, sweating during the night, noticing that your allergy or asthma symptoms are getting worse, or just having trouble sleeping in general, it's probably time to get a new mattress.
One of the major benefits of purchasing a mattress on Amazon is that you'll have hundreds and hundreds of (very) honest reviews to scroll through. Since sleep habits and mattresses are so personal, we suggest reading as many of them as possible to get a good feel of what works for people with similar preferences.
The most difficult part about finding the ~perfect~ mattress online is deciding how soft or firm you want it to be. Though you should still always read the reviews and product descriptions, there are a few general rules of thumb to keep in mind.
Side sleepers and children usually feel most comfortable on a soft mattress because they "cradle and contour to the body," according to SleepFoundation.org. Whereas back and stomach sleepers will probably prefer a firm mattress.