Best Mattress for Stomach Sleepers (2025)

The Nectar Classic Hybrid combines foam and coils to achieve a nice balance between support and comfort, which should work well for most stomach sleepers. When I tested out the Nectar Hybrid, I found it to be surprisingly cushy up top, which is rare for a hybrid. Some stomach sleepers might enjoy sinking into this surface while still gaining some lift from the coils below. This in turn earned the bed its strong 4/5 support score.

Not all stomach sleepers might enjoy the Nectar Hybrid, though. Marten Carlson, our lead reviewer, had this to say about the Nectar Hybrid: “I’m a heavier person, so the softness of the Nectar wasn’t ideal for stomach sleeping for me. However, our lighter-weight testers found the balance of support and softness to be ideal.” As an average-weight sleeper myself, I found that the Nectar Hybrid was pretty comfortable. The softer surface allowed for some give around my bust, which is something I struggle with when sleeping on my stomach.

Hot stomach sleepers should get some decent airflow from the Nectar Hybrid’s coils, while its gel-infused memory foam should also help prevent heat buildup, contributing to the bed’s 4/5 cooling score. Couples might also appreciate this bed’s ability to absorb motion (it scores a 4/5 here, as well), thanks to the slow-moving foams on top of the mattress. The only areas the Nectar Hybrid struggled were response (3.5/5) and edge support (3/5), both of which are affected by the thick foam comfort layers, which aren’t very bouncy and compress easily under weight.

Read our full Nectar Classic Hybrid mattress review to find out more about this bed. Heavier stomach sleepers may want to look for other options in this roundup, like the WinkBed Plus, which is our top pick for that demographic.

The Helix brand prides itself on delivering high-quality hybrid mattresses in a range of firmness options suited to specific sleeper types. The Helix Dawn is one such bed, designed with a firm feel to accommodate both stomach and back sleepers. Marten tested this bed in both positions, and noted that “the firm nature of this mattress kept my spine well supported and aligned.” It’s no surprise, then, that we gave this bed a 4/5 score in the support category.

In terms of the bed’s overall feel, we rated it at 7.5/10 for firmness, definitely on the firmer side. The foams on top should provide some cushioning. However, Marten “didn’t experience much pressure relief,” so those “who enjoy some body contouring might find that this mattress feels too firm,” he said. This shouldn’t be too much of a problem for stomach sleepers looking for lift, but may pose issues for those with a bigger stomach or bust.

People who enjoy a bouncier-feeling mattress top should enjoy the Dawn, especially couples who are looking for a good mattress for sex. Restless couples or light sleepers with a partner should also enjoy the bed’s ability to stifle motion transfer, for which we gave it a 4/5 score. The solid edges (also earning 4/5) should allow folks to stretch out and make full use of the bed’s surface area. Overall, this is a well-rounded bed. The only complaint some might find is that it’s too firm, but this shouldn’t be too much of a concern for dedicated stomach sleepers.

Want something with a little more pressure relief? Check out the Helix Twilight Luxe, also on this list. You can also read more about this bed in our full Helix Dawn mattress review.

Stomach sleepers of all shapes and sizes need a sturdy, supportive bed, but heavyweight stomach sleepers especially need to take these factors into consideration. The WinkBed Plus checks all the boxes needed for heavy stomach sleepers. Lead reviewer Marten summed up how well the WinkBed Plus works for these sleepers: “It can be challenging to find a mattress that’s supportive enough for heavyweight stomach sleepers, but that wasn’t an issue on this bed. This was one of my favorite mattresses for stomach sleeping.” It earned an impressive 5/5 support score to back up his claims.

I tested out the WinkBed Plus as an average-weight sleeper and found it to be pretty comfortable on my stomach. The pillow top adds a small bit of cushioning, but the bed otherwise has that lifted feel. We rated this bed at a 7.5/10 and I’d have to agree—it’s definitely on the firmer side, but as someone who loves a firmer bed, I didn’t find it to be unyielding. I think sleepers of all sizes will enjoy the WinkBed Plus, which should come as good news if you and your partner are of different weights.

This bed also earned a perfect 5/5 score in edge support and durability, thanks to the industrial-strength coils that line the perimeter. Sitting and lying on my side on this bed kept me feeling secure and stable. Heavyweight sleepers should also be pleased that this bed won’t sag over time. The only negative of note is the bed’s sub-par motion isolation, which I gave a 3.5/5 because I could feel nearly all of my fellow tester’s movements across the bed’s firmer surface. 

Want a firm bed with better motion isolation? Consider the Helix Dawn instead. Read more in our WinkBed Plus review.

Lightweight sleepers can struggle to get comfortable on beds, as they tend to experience them as firmer than expected. For lighter stomach sleepers, this can be a quandary. You’re going to want a bed that’s supportive and firm, but that also  allows you to sink in enough to get comfortable. Lead tester Marten handpicked the Nolah Natural as a good option for this. “The Nolah Natural is a bit softer than some other mattresses for stomach sleeping, but lightweight stomach sleepers who need a bit of give will find this ideal for them,” he said. We rated this bed at a 6/10 firmness level and gave it a 4/5 for support, a combination that should work well for lightweight stomach sleepers.

The Nolah Natural, as the name implies, should also satisfy shoppers with environmental concerns. It’s an eco-friendly mattress made with organic cotton, organic wool, and Talalay latex foam. This construction also yields some bounce and pressure relief, both of which can prove useful for combination sleepers who switch between their stomach and side or back. Couples who are sexually active can benefit from the responsive latex, too, as it makes the surface easier to move around on.

That said, there are some features that might deter couples. For one, the exceptional bounce offered by the Nolah Natural makes it difficult for the bed to isolate motion (only earning a 3/5 score). You’re certain to feel your partner moving on the other side of the bed. The edges also left something to be desired, as they weren’t reinforced and seemed a bit slippery to our testers, earning the bed a 3.5/5 for edge support. And though the Nolah Natural can work for lightweight sleepers, we wouldn’t recommend it for average-weight or heavyweight stomach sleepers.

Looking for a mattress that’ll work for all body types? You might like the Saatva Classic. Otherwise, find out more in our full Nolah Natural review.

If you sleep on both your back and stomach during the night, you’ll want to find a bed that can accommodate both positions comfortably and make it easy to switch between the two. Brooklyn Bedding’s Signature Hybrid is one such option. Just check out the bed’s high scores in response (4.5/5), or how quickly the bed responds to your movements, and support (4/5)—two performance areas both stomach and back sleepers can benefit from. 

The Signature Hybrid comes in multiple firmness options (Soft, Medium, Firm) so you can tailor the bed to your needs. Our expert tester Marten tried the Medium-feel Signature Hybrid on his stomach and back, finding that it “provided decent support overall, though you might be better off opting for the firm model instead of the softer options.” Regardless of your preference, you should find that the soft foam layers offer comfort and a bit of contouring, while the coils bring some lift.

The bed also excels in a variety of other areas, earning 4/5 scores in both edge support and cooling. This is impressive especially when you consider the Signature Hybrid’s simpler construction, which lacks more premium features like a cooling cover or zoned layers. In that same vein, people wanting one of the best affordable mattresses should love the Signature Hybrid’s reasonable price, retailing at around $900 for a queen (after coupons).  The only major downside to the mattress is its so-so motion isolation, which could pose a problem for light sleepers with restless partners.

Looking for a mattress with more luxurious features? You might like the Bear Elite Hybrid. You can read more about the bed in our full Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress review.

Despite Helix marketing the Twilight Luxe as a bed for side sleepers, its firmness (7.5/10 on our scale) makes it a solid match for stomach sleepers, too. Lead tester Marten said that he “felt great support when stomach sleeping on the Helix Twilight Luxe. Firm mattresses work well for stomach sleeping, and the Helix Twilight Luxe is no exception.” This bed also features a moisture-wicking Tencel cover and gel-infused memory foam to promote breathability, earning the bed its 4.5/5 cooling score.

Our testers did enjoy this luxury mattress in just about every position, making it truly versatile, so we gave it an impressive 4.5/5 support score. Marten did note, however, that  “if you want even more support for heavier folks, the firmer Helix Dawn Luxe could be a good option.” But the pressure relief provided by the pillow top (intended to provide give for side sleepers) could be worthwhile for stomach sleepers needing some cushioning around their chest and belly. It may also help to make it comfortable for sleeping without a pillow, something we recommend to keep stomach sleepers in alignment. 

You’d be hard-pressed to find a more well-rounded cooling mattress, as this bed earned 4s and above across the board in every performance category. We were impressed with the bed’s supportive edges (4.5/5), motion absorption (4.5/5), and overall quality of construction, which should make it last well into the typical 10-year mattress lifespan. The only downside for some folks may be its luxury pricepoint. As a higher-end bed, you’re going to pay a bit more—over $2,000 for a queen—which might not work for budget shoppers.

Want a cheaper firm mattress? You might like the Plank Firm. Otherwise, read more in our full Helix Twilight Luxe review.

I sleep on a Saatva Classic myself, on the Luxury Firm model. I’m a combination sleeper, but my main positions are on my side and stomach. The Saatva’s two innerspring units keep me supported in both positions, so I definitely agree with our 4.5/5 support score. However, the pillow top provides a bit of welcome cushioning for the parts of my body that dig into the mattress, like my chest, stomach, and shoulders. 

The Saatva Classic has the lifted feel of an innerspring mattress but still has luxury comfort from that Euro top. My fellow mattress tester Marten tested out the Firm model and noted, “I felt very comfortable and supported while stomach sleeping. My hips didn’t sink into the pillow top, which helped me maintain the proper spinal alignment.” This means it should also work well for heavyweight stomach sleepers, as Marten falls into this category. 

There’s a lot more to love about the Saatva. My favorite feature is the bed’s response, for which we gave it a 4.5/5 score. It’s easy to move around and switch positions on the bouncy surface. The edges also hold up extremely well when bearing weight (earning the Saatva a 4.5/5 for edge support), as I’m able to sleep with one leg off of the bed without any issues. I’m not a particularly hot sleeper, either, but this bed seems to keep cool, earning a 4/5 in our cooling tests. The only area it needs work is its motion transfer; I can feel every little movement from my partner, down to the smallest twitch, to the point where I’d say our 3/5 motion isolation score is almost too generous. 

For more information about this bed, read our full Saatva mattress review. Want a bed with better motion isolation? Check out the Helix Twilight Luxe. 

Hybrid mattresses are great picks for stomach sleepers, as they have the support we need while providing enough body-conforming foam to prevent us from feeling like we’re sleeping on concrete. The Bear Elite Hybrid comes in multiple firmness options; Marten said that the firm option should work like a charm for stomach sleepers. “The mattress is zoned to support and elevate a stomach sleeper’s mid-section,” he said. “I got good support under my center mass and across my entire body.” This is what earned the bed its impressive 4.5/5 support score.

The Bear Elite earned 4.5s nearly across the board. First up is its cooling capability, made possible by a cooling cover that incorporates phase change material, copper-infused foam, and pocketed coils. This combo keeps the bed feeling cool to the touch and from overheating as you lie on it. The coils that allow for airflow also contribute to the bed’s bounce, which we rated at 4/5. This makes it easy to move around and reposition, which can be a boon for combination sleepers and sexually active couples. Couples should also enjoy the ability to spread out on the bed’s surface, thanks to its solid edge support, for which we gave it another 4.5/5 score.

The only area that marred the Bear Elite’s near-perfect record is motion isolation. Earning only 3.5/5, the bed didn’t impress us when we tested it for motion transfer. It was easy to feel movement from the other side of the bed, so I wouldn’t recommend it for restless couples or light sleepers seeking undisturbed rest. It also comes with a high price tag, so some budget shoppers might want to look elsewhere.

Want a more affordable hybrid? Check out the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid. Read our full Bear Elite Hybrid review for more information. 

The Plank Firm is a flippable memory foam mattress, so you get two firm beds for the price of one. One side is traditionally firm (8/10 on our scale), and the other is considered ultra-firm (9/10); both boast the extra support necessary for stomach sleepers. Marten found that “The extra-firm side proved to be a great match for stomach sleeping. It is incredibly supportive and keeps my hips fully elevated and aligned with my spine.” It’s no surprise, then, that this bed earned a perfect 5/5 score for support.

Another category in which the Plank Firm earned a perfect score is edge support. This is rare for an all-foam mattress, but the firm foams do a good job of giving the perimeter added stability. Our testers were able to sit and lie down at the edges without incident. These firm foams also lend the bed more bounce than typical contouring memory foams, earning the bed a 5/5 response score. It should be easy to move around on the surface if you’re a combination sleeper or just someone who tends to toss and turn throughout the night.

Where the Plank falters is in its motion transfer and cooling abilities. The aforementioned responsive foams tend to amplify movement rather than stifle it, and they also retain heat more than a bed with coils would. For the latter issue, however, you can pay to have a cooling cover sewn into both sides of the bed, which should satisfy most hot sleepers. Otherwise, so long as you understand this is truly an extra-firm mattress, you shouldn’t have too many issues with the Plank Firm.

Want something cooler? Try out the Birch. You can read more about this bed in our full Plank Firm review.

Latex can be a great choice for stomach sleepers due to its uniquely buoyant feel that provides an interesting mix of pressure relief and support. The Birch Natural is Helix’s prime organic latex hybrid. Marten summed up the Birch as having “a feel that you find with most latex mattresses — very bouncy. The combination of latex and coils make the mattress extremely responsive, so it’s easy to move around. You should sleep on top of the mattress without sinking in too far.” This, unsurprisingly, earned the mattress its perfect 5/5 scores for both support and response.

Eco-friendly shoppers will love that the Birch is made up of organic wool and cotton and Talalay latex. Aerated latex also tends to be cooler than memory foam, and with the addition of the coils, the Birch should sleep cool and be a good fit for hot sleepers, as we gave it a 4/5 after our cooling test. It earned a 4.5/5 for edge support, as Marten only noticed 2” of sagging when he sat down on the perimeter of the bed. Latex can be hit or miss in this category, so this should be good news for couples and those with mobility concerns.

The bad news: Couples who are easily awakened by their partner’s movements may want to know that the Birch doesn’t isolate motion very well due to the bouncy latex and the innerspring coils. If you’re like me, a light sleeper who values complete stillness during the night, this may be a dealbreaker. It’s also worth noting that all-natural, organic mattresses tend to have a higher price tag, which is true for the Birch. It’s worth every penny, in my opinion, but those looking to save money may want to look elsewhere.

Want a cheaper hybrid? Check out the Nectar Hybrid, our top pick for stomach sleepers. You can read more about this bed in our Birch Natural review.