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Written by Sosha Lewis, Certified Sleep Science Coach
After Sosha began writing sleep-related content, she knew she wanted to learn more about this important (yet often elusive!) aspect of human health and well-being. She became a Certified Sleep Science Coach to better understand what goes into getting a good nightโs restโincluding oneโs choice of mattress. Sosha now calls upon this training when she tests and writes about beds and sleep accessories, and when sheโs consulted for recommendations by publications such as Livingetc.
Livvi has been writing and researching sleep-based content for over a year. This, alongside her penchant for napping and extreme tossing and turning, has made her something close to an โexpertโ in the realm of sleep science, sleep products, and sleep accessories. Sheโs been consulted for her knowledge of the sleep space by publications such as Authority Magazine, Bustle, and Livingetc.
Livvi has been writing and researching sleep-based content for over a year. This, alongside her penchant for napping and extreme tossing and turning, has made her something close to an โexpertโ in the realm of sleep science, sleep products, and sleep accessories. Sheโs been consulted for her knowledge of the sleep space by publications such as Authority Magazine, Bustle, and Livingetc.
Caitlin has more than 15 years of experience writing about sleep and fitness. After getting an M.A. in journalism from the University of Missouri, she spent nearly a decade as a staff writer and editor at Runnerโs World and Bicycling magazines.
Caitlinโs work has focused primarily on health, the outdoors, and parentingโand taken the form of everything from running shoe reviews to long, weepy personal essays about biking across the country. You can find her writing in Outside, Wirecutter, Lonely Planet, Menโs Health, ELLE, Popular Mechanics, Menโs Journal, Sierra Club Magazine, and more.
A side sleeper, lifelong sleepwalker (itโs a problem), and newly hardcore sleepmaxxer, when sheโs not editing and writing about health and gear, she likes to ride bikes, run trails, and be under the covers by 9:30 p.m.
Livvi has been writing and researching sleep-based content for over a year. This, alongside her penchant for napping and extreme tossing and turning, has made her something close to an โexpertโ in the realm of sleep science, sleep products, and sleep accessories. Sheโs been consulted for her knowledge of the sleep space by publications such as Authority Magazine, Bustle, and Livingetc.
While some higher-end beds can cost upwards of $3,000, plenty of more affordable mattresses offer the same comfort, durability, and support as their luxury counterparts. Thatโs why we gathered this list of the top affordable mattresses, all of which you can purchase for under $1,000.
But itโs not enough for an affordable bed to have an appealing price point; they also need to excel in overall quality. Thatโs why our expert mattress testers have run all the beds on this list through a rigorous testing process.
We aimed to include mattresses that performed admirably across the board, but also those that shone in areas crucial to quality and comfort, like edge support and pressure relief. Moreover, these beds should come with generous policies and top-notch customer service to back it up. This is what separates the cheap, flimsy mattresses from the true value picks.
So read on to find the best cheap mattress thatโs been waiting for you. We have a wide selection of options to entice just about every sleeper with a tight budget.
Clarityโs Clear Winner
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex was our pick for the best cheap mattress on the market. At $865 for a queen size before any discounts, this is one of the most affordable options weโve tested. More importantly, itโs also a well-rounded memory foam mattress that offers robust support, snappy response, and surprisingly effective motion isolation.
I know this seems like a no-brainer for the best inexpensive mattresses, but everyoneโs budget is different, and what one person considers affordable, another may see as astronomical. For this list, we tried to keep all the mattresses below $1,000 for a queen size. The mattresses on this list range from about $300 to $999, with prices fluctuating depending on sales. The average price of all the mattresses listed is about $798.
For some, this may mean waiting for a sale or a coupon. However, most can be shipped and delivered for under a grand at any time.
Just because youโre not spending thousands of dollars on a bed doesnโt mean youโll have to sacrifice quality. For folks who want a mattress thatโll last, we also considered the longevity of these cheaper options. Most beds have a lifespan of around 5 to 10 years, and we think that the beds listed below will serve you well within or beyond this range.
How do we know? Well, we take a look at features like the construction, whether the bed is made with foam or coils, and if the materials are dense, high-quality, and built to last. We also use edge support as a metric to show how likely a mattress is to start sagging over time. If a bedโs perimeter wonโt sag when bearing weight, itโs a sign that the rest of the mattress should behave similarly.
As a firm believer that a cheap price doesnโt automatically mean a poorly made product, I try to give all mattresses the benefit of the doubt until I have tested them. However, one way I gauge a bedโs expected performance is by how much the manufacturer seems to believe in its product, as seen through the length of its warranty and sleep trial.
Every mattress on this list earned a 4 out of 5 or above in the Customer Experience category, a testament to their generous policies.
Our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches selected the best inexpensive mattresses by looking for top performers in the categories above: price, customer service, and durability.
But our full process involves testing several aspects of a bedโs performance, including cooling, motion isolation, and more. We evaluate and score these factors using specialized technology as well as firsthand accounts of how a bed feels to testers with different body types.
Once we have all those scores, we calculate the bedโs overall score using a weighted formula. This overall score is a good indicator of a mattressโs general quality, and is always a number out of 5.
As we decide which mattresses to feature on any roundup, we only include beds with an overall score of 3.5 out of 5 or higher. Even if a mattress does certain things well, we wonโt point you towards it if it falls below this baseline.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. 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 youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Sunset Luxe is one of Helixโs 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 Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. 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 youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Sunset Luxe is one of Helixโs 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 Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Studio by Leesa is a comfortable all-foam mattress that should be ideal for children, lightweight adults, and those who are looking for a good value.
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The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlexโข is an affordable bed with more layers than youโd expect from an all-foam model. It has a firm feel and targeted lumbar support along with infused copper and gel for cooling.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. 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 youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic 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 new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic 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 new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
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 werenโt especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
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The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlexโข is an affordable bed with more layers than youโd expect from an all-foam model. It has a firm feel and targeted lumbar support along with infused copper and gel for cooling.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box thatโs made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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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 werenโt especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
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The WinkBeds Plus is a mattress made specifically for larger people, and heavier stomach sleepers should get the support they need on the WinkBeds Plus.
The Nolah Natural mattress, made entirely out of eco-friendly materials, feels both supportive and comfy. Back sleepers will especially appreciate its zoned coil system.
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The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Aurora Luxe mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is a high-quality hybrid mattress that has cooling and pressure relieving components. The high-quality materials and thoughtful construction makes it a good value.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva Contour5 is a high-quality all-foam mattress. It has two firmness options and shouldnโt trap a lot of heat thanks to its cooling features.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic 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 that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium medium-firm mattress that offers a hotel-like feel for a relatively affordable price. 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 youโre a restless combination sleeper, consider another model.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic 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 new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Birch Luxe Natural Mattress is a new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic 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 new mattress designed with luxury in mind. This is a luxury hybrid mattress perfect for fans of eco-friendly made mattresses.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Studio by Leesa is a comfortable all-foam mattress that should be ideal for children, lightweight adults, and those who are looking for a good value.
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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 werenโt especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
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The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box thatโs made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The Saatva is an organic 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 werenโt especially impressed with its edge support or motion isolation, but it has a steady responsiveness that might appeal to many combination sleepers.
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The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic 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 very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic 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 that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
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. Itโs also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
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The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight sleepers.
The Plank Firm Luxe by Brooklyn Bedding is a flippable mattress that has two firmness options: firm and extra firm. This is one of the firmest mattresses weโve ever tested and could be a good fit for back and stomach sleepers.
The Saatva is an organic 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 very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.
The Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe mattress is designed with heavier-weight sleepers in mind, creating a pleasant sleep experience for several types of heavyweight 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. Itโs also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
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The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
Birch is an eco-friendly mattress-in-a-box thatโs made with natural latex and organic cotton and wool. It has a base layer of individually wrapped coils and comfort layers made with chemical-free latex foam.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of 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. Itโs also available in plush, medium-firm, and firm options for your choosing.
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The Brooklyn Bedding is a value-packed bed that is offered in multiple firmnesses. It was a solid performer across all testing perimeters and it should work for a variety of sleepers. We think couples will appreciate that it is responsive and isolates motion well.
The Saatva is an organic mattress that is both comfortable and supportive. This mattress comes in multiple firmness options to fit a variety of sleepers.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the bed 7.5/10. It feels quite firm.
Price
$599-$1,265 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Back Sleepers
The CopperFlexโs firm foams should keep back sleepers aligned and comfortable.
Budget Shoppers
Even a California king-sized version of this bed costs less than $1,000 before discounts.
Pros of the CopperFlex
For a foam mattress, the CopperFlex has strong edges. They impressed our testing team by refusing to buckle much when we sat on them or laid down near them.
Foam mattresses often have a lot of give and sink to them, but this bed is extraordinarily firm, making it a good fit for back sleepers.
Itโs very affordable, and yet it has more layers than your standard all-foam bed.
Cons of the CopperFlex
Itโs so firm that side sleepers probably wonโt love itโthey need more cushion for their hips and shoulders.
We didnโt feel much cooling happening when we tested it, despite the copper and gel infusions.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120-night sleep trial
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
Returns
Free returns
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex is firmer than you might expect from an all-foam bed, but that bouncy, solid feel felt great to our tests when they tried it on their backs. Their sides were a different storyโtoo firm for that!โand it didnโt cool down quite as well as weโd hoped. At the end of the day, though, this is a great bed to buy if youโre on a budget and want lots of support.
When it comes to value, Brooklyn Bedding is always a good place to start because the company owns its factory. They sell mattresses directly to consumers and can price them particularly low. Out of Brooklynโs ever-growing line of products, the CopperFlex is one of the most affordable. When sales are active, this bed is the cheapest mattress on this list with an overall score of 4/5 or above; itโs possible to snag a queen for about $600.
The bedโs firmness (rated at a 7.5/10 on our scale) comes from the layers of substantial, durable foam. This construction also helped it earn a 5/5 in responsiveness and a 4.5/5 in motion isolation. Both are also above the averages across all beds weโve tested (4.2/5 for response and 3.9/5 for motion isolation).
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Firmness: 7.5/10
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex has a firmer feel.
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Pressure Relief: 3.8/5
Below average. Although pressure relief lacked in a side-sleeping position, our tester felt supported while sleeping on their back.
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Edge Support: 4.8/5
Above average. Our testers noted very little sinkage while sitting or lying on the mattress preimeter.
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Cooling: 3/5
Below average. The CopperFlex Memory Foam mattress didnโt feel particularly cool, so we wouldnโt recommend it for hot sleepers.
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Motion Isolation: 4.5/5
Above average. Most light sleepers should rest undisturbed on the CopperFlex Memory Foam mattress.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. The CopperFlex has a bouncy feel and will be a breeze to move around on.
If youโre sexually active or a combination sleeper, you will appreciate how easy the CopperFlex makes it to reposition. My colleague tested its responsiveness and said, โItโs super easy to move around. The bed doesnโt cave in at all. I didnโt feel stuck, and it didnโt require any extra effort to switch positions.โ
Another boon for this bed is its supportive perimeter. This benefits those with mobility issues who may struggle with going from seated to standing (or vice versa). Since the CopperFlex doesnโt sink much when weight is applied around the edges, it makes it easier for people to get up and sit down on it. It also allows couples to use the entire surface without fear of rolling off.
Physical therapist Dr. Hannah Habeeb tested this mattress and thought itโd be a good pick for back sleepers, especially those dealing with back pain. โI could see this being a good option for someone who has a really mobile spine and needs a firm mattress to keep them in a neutral position,โ she explained. โIt gives good support in this area.โ
However, we donโt recommend this bed to side sleepers, as we saw significant pressure buildup around the shoulders and hips of our lightweight, average-weight, and heavyweight testers. To test pressure relief, we use a specialized mat rolled atop a mattress. This mat captures thermal images known as pressure maps to indicate the areas where pressure is prevalent.
The CopperFlex also didnโt wow us with its cooling performance during testing. Although the mattress uses gel memory foam and copper infusions to reduce heat retention, we saw its temperature increase by more than 10 degrees after our tester lay on it for 7 minutes, which is well above the average rise of 6.5 degrees.
Bear Original โ Best Cheap Mattress for Back Sleepers
Best Mattress for Back Sleepers
Mattress Clarity Score
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
The Bear Original is a memory foam mattress. It features softer foam layers for cushioning and firmer ones for support.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 7/10. This is slightly harder than the industry standard of medium-firm.
Price
$712-$1,710 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Side Sleepers
Great pressure relief for side sleepers under 230 lbs.
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Hot Sleepers
This bedโs cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros of the Bear Original Mattress
The Bearโs gel-infused memory foam can help hot sleepers stay cool throughout the night.
Itโs an affordable option. A queen-size Bear mattress is less than $1,000, even before discounts.
Bear offers a lifetime warranty on this mattress. That means if you find any covered defects or indentations during the life of your mattress, they will replace it free of charge.
Cons of the Bear Original Mattress
This bed probably isnโt a good fit for side sleepers who weigh over 230 lbs.
Stomach sleepers likely wonโt find this bed firm enough to keep their spine in proper alignment.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period.
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 isnโt 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.
Much like Goldilocks, back sleepers need a bed that is not too soft and not too hard. So, it is fitting that the โjust rightโ mattress for these folks is the Bear. The affordable all-foam Bear Original strikes an outstanding balance between comfort and support, making it ideal for those who prefer to sleep on their backs. It earned a 4/5 or higher in customer satisfaction, cooling, edge support, motion isolation, and responsiveness.
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Firmness: 7/10
The Bear Original is slightly firmer than your standard medium-firm mattress.
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Pressure Relief: 3.2/5
Below average. Our lightweight and heavyweight testers preferred back sleeping on the Bear Original, since side sleeping created too much pressure.
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Edge Support: 4.2/5
Above average. For an all-foam mattress, the edge of the Bear Original holds up rather well when bearing weight.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The Bear Original got a little bit warm, but nowhere close to overheating.
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Motion Isolation: 4.3/5
Above average. Our tester only faintly felt her partner moving around on the other side of the bed.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. The firmer feel of this foam mattress makes it a bit more responsive, but it still canโt rival beds with coils.
We can even speak directly to the customer satisfaction score, as one of my colleagues has had this mattress for more than three years. After purchasing it, she noted that her back pain โabsolutely improved,โ and she went on to buy the king-size version after passing her queen-size model down to her son.
As for our in-studio testing, my colleague Melanie Kassel said the Bearโs firmness was a 7/10, meaning it is slightly harder than a medium-firm mattress, which we rate at 6.5. She said, โI like this bed for back sleeping. My hips and butt sank in a bit, but the foam also filled in the gap under my lower back. Unlike my midsection, my limbs felt on top of the bed. So, there is a nice mix of on-top-of-the-mattress support for lighter areas and the contouring youโd expect from foam for heavier areas.โ
Physical therapist Dr. Hannah Habeeb agreed with Melnaieโs experience. โMy lower back feels really supported in this position,โ she explained. โMy spinal alignment is really good. But this bed is pretty firm, so Iโd recommend it to back sleepers who prefer a firmer feel.โ
Melanie was also bullish on the Bearโs ability to isolate motion, a top consideration for couples and other co-sleepers. She said that although she could feel her colleague get in and out of bed and reposition, it was solely due to a faint pulling sensation on the bedโs quilted cover. โThe foam did not waver at all,โ she said. โI donโt think I would have woken up if I had actually been sleeping. The other tester got up from the bed multiple times, and I couldnโt tell she had gone!โ
Also, if you want a bed that actively helps you when changing positions, this is not for you. Melanie said that while the Bear didnโt actively fight her when she switched up how she was lying, it didnโt help her either. Combination sleepers and sexually active couples should consider the Nectar Classic Hybrid, a similarly inexpensive mattress that will help them reposition easily.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.6
DreamCloud
DreamCloud Classic Hybrid
Firm Feel
Responsive
Affordable
Hybrid mattress
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The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress. This means it has both cushioning foam and supportive coil layers.
Firmness
On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 7.5/10. This makes the mattress firmer than average.
Price
$1,346-$2,976 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Back Sleepers
Great support for back sleepers under 230 lbs.
Couples
Good balance of motion isolation and responsiveness.
Hot Sleepers
This bedโs cooling features can help keep you from overheating at night.
Pros of the DreamCloud
It is a good option for back sleepers. While it is a bit firmer than average, its balance of comfort and support will keep the spine in neutral alignment.
You shouldnโt be sleeping too hot on this mattress. The breathable cover, gel-infused foam, and airflow-promoting coils should prevent the mattress from trapping heat.
You should never feel stuck in this mattress. The DreamCloud is bouncy and responsive, so you will have no trouble moving around and changing positions.
The DreamCloud is a good value option. Hybrid mattresses can be quite pricey, but the DreamCloud is surprisingly affordable.
Cons of the DreamCloud
Side sleepers will want to find a softer mattress to give them the pressure relief they need.
Fans of the slow-moving memory foam feel wonโt get that feeling on the DreamCloud.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Returns
Youโll receive a refund if you return your mattress within the trial period, but after a 30-day โbreak-inโ period.
The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress that offers great support for back sleepers and nice cooling for hot sleepers. Its mix of foam and coils ensures you get the right amount of support, while its breathable materials ensure you donโt sleep too hot. It is a bouncier mattress, and if you prefer more of a memory foam feel, consider the Nectar mattress. Learn more in our video review.
Is there anything worse than having sex on a bed that makes you feel like youโre repositioning on quicksand? No shame if thatโs what you like, but most sexually active people want a bed that allows them to switch it up without a lot of thought or effort.
The DreamCloud Classic Hybrid mattress received a 5/5 for responsiveness, a 4.4/5 for edge support, and a 4/5 for cooling, all of which can be important features during intimacy. With those impressive scores and a price under $700 (for a queen), the DreamCloud won its case for the best budget mattress for sex.
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Firmness: 7.5/10
The DreamCloud mattress has a firmer feel.
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Pressure Relief: 4.4/5
Above average. Even with its firm feel, the DreamCloud offers great pressure relief for both back and side sleepers.
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Edge Support: 4.4/5
Above average. The DreamCloud has exceptional edge support, regardless if you lie down or sit at the mattress perimeter.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The DreamCloud provides a temperature-neutral feel.
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Motion Isolation: 4/5
Average. We could feel some motion transfer on the DreamCloud, but nothing that would cause extreme disturbance.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. Itโs extremely easy to move around on the bouncy DreamCloud hybrid.
Marten Carlson, one of our expert testers, said, โCouples looking for a good mattress for sex usually want to pick something bouncy and responsive; this will make it easier for them to move around and reposition on the mattress. The DreamCloud mattress fits the bill for sure, and sexual partners should find it to be a great match.โ
Although it is exciting when the action heats up, you may find your sexual encounters more enjoyable when your body temperature can stay regulated. Marten conducted the cooling test by taking an initial temperature of the DreamCloud and then another after he was on it for seven minutes.
He saw an 8.5-degree increase, which is higher than the average rise of 6.5 degrees, but Marten didnโt notice it heating up when he was on it. โThe cashmere-blend cover is breathable and allows air to pass through the top of the mattress, and the gel-infused memory foam helps dissipate body heat,โ he said. โThe individually wrapped coils in the support layer also allow for air to pass through the mattress so that it isnโt one big block of heat.โ
Although the DreamCloud is an awesome choice for sex, it falls a little short for couples who want to sleep in the same bed afterwardโespecially if one partner is restless. The DreamCloud only scored just average for motion isolation. So, if you are an especially light sleeper or your partner does a lot of flipping and flopping, youโll likely feel it on this bed.
Also worth noting: Marten, who is 6โ7โ and 270 pounds, said that as a heavier sleeper, he only felt secure when he was on his back on the DreamCloud and feels that sleepers who weigh 300 pounds or more wonโt be comfortable on it at all. This was echoed by Dr. Hannah Habeeb: โI think heavy sleepers may find too much sinkage at the hips when back and stomach sleeping, which could cause the spine to bend out of alignment.โ
If youโre a heavyweight sleeper, check out the Plank for a firmer, more supportive bed, or consider a sturdy bed frame for added support.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.5
DLX
DLX Classic Mattress
Flippable Mattress
Balanced Feel
Firmness Options
Hybrid
120 nights
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This is a hybrid mattress made with foam and coils.
Firmness
On a scale of 1 to 10, we rated this bed at 7/10, which is just a smidge firmer than medium-firm.
Price
$1,199.99 โ $1,799.99 (before any discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Back Sleepers
Our testers most enjoyed this bed when lying on their back, giving it a 5/5 for pressure relief in this position.
Combination Sleepers
The coils give this bed plenty of bounce, meaning combination sleepers should be able to switch between their preferred positions with each.
Side Sleepers
Side sleepers looking for a firmer-feeling mattress should appreciate how the DLXโs pressure relief is backed by supportive coils.
Pros
The DLX has a balanced, approachable medium-firm feel that should work for a lot of sleeper types
Its super bouncy feel should work great for combination sleepers and sex
This bed performed well in our cooling test, so it should keep you from overheating at night
Cons
May be too firm for some side sleepers seeking plusher support
Earned mixed results in our motion isolation test, so may not work for all couples and light sleepers
Shipping
Free shipping minus AK, HI, and Canada
Trial Period
120 nights
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
Returns
Refunds and exchanges offered within trial period
The DLX Classic mattress is a hybrid bed with a mirrored design so that you can flip it as needed for durability (or fun!). It comes in three firmness settings, and we found the Medium model to be a great pick for back sleepers. Itโs got plenty of bounce, and a more โon-topโ feel. It may not be the best pick for some, especially if youโre concerned about motion isolation or looking for something super-soft.
Queen mattresses are one of the most beloved sizes for their ability to accommodate two sleepers without taking up too much space. However, they can cost thousands of dollars, which may be out of reach for budget-conscious sleepers. Thankfully, coupons and sales can bring a queen-size DLX Classic mattress to just $999.
This hybrid comes in multiple firmness levels and features a flippable design, providing incredible versatility to this already durable mattress. I tested out this bed myself and gave it a perfect score in our response test (5/5), so it should also be a great budget pick for combination sleepers and sexually active couples.
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Firmness: 7/10
The medium model of the DLX Classic skews just a touch firmer than advertised.
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Pressure Relief: 4.5/5
Above average. Both side and back sleepers should feel comfortable on this bed, but we especially loved the latter position.
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Edge Support: 4.6/5
Above average. We didnโt notice much sinkage when lying down at the edge of the bed, only a bit more when seated at the foot.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. The DLX Classic has a temperature-neutral feel that should accommodate most sleepers.
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Motion Isolation: 3.3/5
Below average. While our couples test went off without a hitch, the glass did fall over and spill in our water test.
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Response: 5/5
Exceptional. Even with its foam top, moving around on the DLX Classic is a breeze.
The DLX Classic features a combination of soft, cushioning foams on top and sturdy, steady coils below, resulting in a balanced feel. On my back and side, I felt comfortably lifted while still having enough softness for gentle sinkage. I gave this bed a 5/5 for pressure relief while back sleeping and a 4/5 for side sleeping, so Iโd recommend this bed for average-weight sleepers in both positions.
I also rated this bed at a 7/10 on our firmness scale, just a smidge firmer than medium-firm. This is with the provided foam insert that we put into the pillow top, which is also removable if you want an even firmer sleep surface. I didnโt like the Medium model on my stomach, so Iโd recommend that those sleepers (as well as those over 230 pounds) opt for the Firm mattress option. Side sleepers under 130 pounds might also prefer the Soft DLX Classic.
Regardless of which sleeping position you prefer, switching between them should be easy. Moving on top of the bed, I could feel the coils helping to bounce me in and out of each position. I didnโt feel stuck or trapped at any point, even though the foams on top provided a modicum of soft comfort.
You should also have ample space to spread out on this mattress, thanks to its sturdy edges. When I sat and lay down at the very perimeter of the bed, I felt stable and secure with little risk for slipping off. However, sitting at the foot of the bed yielded a lot more sinkage, so I wouldnโt recommend relying on the foot for tying your shoesโstick to the lengthwise edges, which seem to have more reinforcement.
Finally, I want to draw attention to the bedโs lowest score, which came in our motion isolation tests. Less motion means uninterrupted rest for light sleepers.
For our water glass test, the tufted nature of the pillow top created an unstable surface; it seemed like I couldnโt find a flat place to ensure the glass remained upright. To see if this was a fluke, I had a colleague join me in bed to mimic sleeping alongside a partner. I could barely feel any of their movements when I lay on the other side of the bed, which I would consider excellent motion isolation. So, even with these mixed results, I would recommend it for most couples; however, some super-light sleepers may want to look for a bed with more consistent test results.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.3
Silk & Snow
Silk & Snow Hybrid Mattress
Two Firmness Options
Gel-Infused Foam
Zoned Support
Hybrid mattress
365-night sleep trial
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The Silk & Snow Hybrid is made of foam comfort layers and innerspring coils.
Firmness
This bed is available in two firmness levels: Medium-Firm and Plush. On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated the Medium-Firm version a 6.5 out of 10, which is indeed medium-firm.
Price
$760-$1,235 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Back Sleepers
The bedโs springs are zoned to give more support under the lumbar and midsection regions, making it a sturdy choice for back sleepers of all body types.
Couples
It has great edge support for spreading out, and above-average responsiveness that can help with intimacy.
Pros of the Silk & Snow Hybrid
It balances support and pressure relief well for a versatile medium-firm feel with a soft surface.
You can upgrade to a plusher version for a little extra money.
The zoned support really keeps the hips and lower back lifted, so back sleepers shouldnโt experience too much sinkage.
Cons of the Silk & Snow Hybrid
It may be too bouncy for sensitive sleepers.
The surface is soft enough that we hesitate to recommend it to stomach sleepers or people with lower back pain; your lumbar spine may sink a little too low.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
15 years
Returns
Full refund if returned within trial period, and after 30-day break-in period
The Silk & Snow Hybrid actually feels slightly softer than the Canadian brandโs signature all-foam mattress. Its 2-inch layer of gel-infused foam brings a lot of pressure relief to the table (though it didnโt cool our testers down as well as weโd hoped). The zoned support is what truly stands out: it makes it a great bed for back sleepers who also like a cushiony top.
Side sleepers put a lot of weight and pressure on smaller areas of the bodyโthe shoulders and hips. This means they need a mattress that contours around their silhouette while providing supportive spinal alignment.
The Silk & Snow Hybrid not only accomplishes this, but it also does it at a fraction of the cost of other mattresses. With a 4 or higher in , pressure relief, cooling, motion isolation, and responsiveness, the Silk & Snow earned my pick for the best affordable mattress for side sleepers.
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Firmness: 6.5/10
The medium-firm model of Silk & Snow Hybrid is true to its name, matching the industry standard.
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Pressure Relief: 4/5
Average. This mattress offered good pressure relief for both side and back sleepers.
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Edge Support: 3.4/5
Below average. We noticed quite a bit of sinkage when seated on the edge of the Silk & Snow Hybrid.
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Cooling: 4.5/5
Above average. True to its name, the Silk & Snow didnโt heat up after lying on it for seven minutes.
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Motion Isolation: 4.7/5
Above average. The water glass barely moved or wobbled in our motion isolation tests.
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Response: 4/5
Below average. The surface of the Silk & Snow Hybrid is slightly soft, which could make moving around a bit difficult.
Although finding a mattress that provides the right balance of cushioning and support can be tricky, we use a specialized mat that measures pressure in pounds per square inch (PSI) to help us out. The average PSI for side sleepers is 14.94, and we saw scores below this for our lightweight, average-weight, and heavyweight testers.
โMy hips and spine feel aligned, and I feel totally supported,โ said our tester representing folks over 230 pounds. โThis would be a great mattress for heavy side sleepers or those looking for pressure relief.โ
Cooling doesnโt directly impact side sleepers, but it helps with overall comfort, and the Silk & Snow does an excellent job of keeping your body temperature regulated. Considering it uses โsnowโ in its name, perhaps we shouldnโt have been surprised that it heated up by fewer than 5 degrees after our tester was on it for 7 minutes. This is plenty lower than the average increase (6.1 degrees) which weโve seen from other higher-priced cooling beds.
She said, โThe top of the mattress felt cool when I reached out my hand and felt around. I even searched for warmth under my hips and shoulders, where I thought it might feel warmer, but couldnโt detect anything.โ
However, even well-balanced, budget-friendly mattresses have flaws, and edge support is one of those for this mattress. Our tester found that she sank a lot when she was seated on the edge, which translated into having to assist herself a lot to get up in a controlled way. This could be especially problematic for those with sensitive joints or arthritis.
We are working on an updated full review of the Silk & Snow Hybrid, and it will be available soon. If you want a bed with more edge support, I recommend the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid.
We rate each mattress on a scale from 1 to 5 to reflect its overall quality. This number is comprised of individual scores from hands-on testing of materials, firmness, pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, responsiveness, and more.
4.1
Siena
Siena 10โณ Signature Memory Foam
Supportive Feel
Affordable
Foam mattress
180-night sleep trial
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On a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest, we rated this mattress 7/10. This is a touch firmer than the industry standard of medium-firm.
Price
$441-$1,088 (before discounts)
Size
Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king, split king
Back Sleepers
Lightweight back sleepers should feel well supported.
Side Sleepers
Lightweight side sleepers should feel nice pressure relief.
Pros of the Siena
Has that slow-moving foam feel that memory foam mattress lovers seek out, at least at the top of the bed.
Ideal for lightweight sleepers.
Cons of the Siena
The bed doesnโt have the best edge support. If you like to use the whole surface of the mattress, look elsewhere.
Not good for heavyweight people.
Shipping
Free shipping
Trial Period
180 nights
Warranty
10 years
Returns
Free within trial period
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.
There are affordable mattresses, and then there are โrecent college graduate living in Manhattanโ affordable mattresses, and the Siena Signature is the latter. You can get your hands on this queen-sized memory foam mattress for under $500.
Although this bed didnโt have very impressive results in the edge support (3.2/5) and response (3.5/5) department, it scored a 4 or higher with our testers in all other categories. Another big benefit of this low-priced bed is that you get a 180-night trial to decide if itโs right for you, and if it isnโt, you can return it for a full refund, minimizing your risk even further.
When calculating your return on investment, I think the Siena is well worth the gamble if youโre in the market for one of the best affordable mattresses.
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Firmness: 7/10
The Siena mattress is a slightly harder feel than the industry standard for medium-firm.
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Pressure Relief: 4.1/5
Average. This mattress offered decent pressure relief for both side and back sleepers.
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Edge Support: 3.2/5
Below average. Our testers noticed significant sinkage around the edge of the bed while lying down.
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Cooling: 4/5
Average. While not an actively cooling mattress, this bed remained cool in our tests and didnโt heat up much at all.
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Motion Isolation: 4.7/5
Above average. The bed barely made any motion to testers getting in and out of the bed.
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Response: 3.5/5
Below average. Our tester reported a โsuper-doughyโ feel to the mattress that will require a bit of effort to move around on.
The 10-inch Siena is quite firm, around a 7/10. If you like a mattress that slowly wraps you in a deep embrace, you should look at other options, but many people prefer a foam mattress with some solid support. There is still some sink at the top of the bed, according to tester Livvi DiCicco: โThis bed has a super-contouring feel but also a strong support base, so you donโt sink in too far.โ
We were most impressed with how the Siena balanced this firmness with great motion isolation (4.7/5). โThe water barely moves when I get in and out of the bed, which makes sense to me as this bed feels super dense and doughy,โ Livvi. Even when testing the bed with another person, she said, โYou can hear your partnerโs movement more than you can feel them.โ
The Siena also earned a good score for its pressure relief (4.1/5), which you might not expect for a firm and relatively thin mattress. However, I donโt recommend this for heavyweight sleepers because they will likely โbottom outโ by pushing through the layers too quickly. Our heavyweight tester joked that he was making a โperson-shaped moldโ in the bed when he spent a bit of time on it.
Read our full Siena mattress review for more information. If you want a bed with more edge support that can also work for heavyweight sleepers, check out the DLX Classic.
Mattress Clarity Test Results: Siena 10โณ Signature Memory Foam
Latest Updates: We refreshed this page in May of 2026 to reflect recent re-testing by our certified sleep science coaches and medical product tester, Dr. Hannah Habeeb. We also completely overhauled our buyerโs guide. It now includes a performance comparison between some of our top picks and extra-cheap beds on the market, showing you the headache youโll avoid by springing for our favorites.
โCheapโ vs. โValueโ Beds
The word โcheapโ sometimes carries the connotation of poor quality, thanks to a lot of bad apples in the bushel of mattresses. Sorting by โprice: low to highโ on Amazon may be the quickest way to find the smallest number on the price tag, but at what point do you sacrifice quality?
You may have noticed that we donโt quite dip into the extremes in our recommendations; the queen-size mattresses on this list rarely cost less than $500. Thereโs a reason: Weโve found that springing the extra few hundred bucks is the difference between a mattress that gives up on you in a month and a genuinely affordable, lasting mattress.
To further illustrate our point, we compared two super-cheap options against our two picks from this article. In testing, the results were like night and day. The super-cheap beds consistently ranked lower across the board, particularly for edge support and pressure relief. These categories are important for durability and comfort, respectively.
Brooklyn Bedding Copperflex vs. FDW Foam
The FDW all-foam mattress is an 8-inch mattress from Amazon, with queen sizes priced as low as $160. This is a case where that price seems too good to be true, and weโd agree. This mattress earned a meager 2.8/5 in our pressure-relief tests, along with a particularly abysmal 1.5/5 for edge support. Compare this to the Copperflex, which earned a 3.8 and 4.8 in each category, and an overall rating of 4.6.
Copperflex (top) vs FDW Foam (bottom)
โIt feels pretty basic in terms of long-term comfort,โ our tester said as she rested on the FDW mattress. โIt gets the job done, but I donโt get the sense that it would hold up especially well over time, and I could see the softer foam showing impressions with extended use.โ
DreamCloud vs. NeoDream
The DreamCloud and NeoDream mattresses may share part of their name, but they couldnโt be further apart. While both are hybrid mattresses, the DreamCloud provides a luxurious feel, and the cheaper NeoDream feels simply thatโcheap. It earned a meager 2/5 for edge support and a lackluster 3.5/5 for pressure relief. The DreamCloud outperforms it by earning a 4.4 in both categories.
DreamCloud (top) vs NeoDream (bottom)
Our testers ultimately werenโt impressed with the quality of the NeoDream. โAs soon as I sat down, the perimeter compressed heavily and I sank almost straight through the bed,โ our tester said during the edge support test. She also felt โvaguelyโ comfortable while resting on her back and side on this mattress, accounting for the low pressure relief score.
When you look at the results side by side, you can see the difference a couple of hundred dollars can make. Even if choosing the cheapest option can cut costs in the short term, your long-term self will thank you for choosing a good-value mattress.
What Makes a Great Affordable Mattress
So, what goes into a great cheap mattress? Aside from a reasonable price, it should feature a durable, high-quality construction and come with generous policies and positive reviews.
Price
Price is obviously the first thing we look at when evaluating a mattressโs value. The average price for a quality queen mattress will most likely run you over $1,000. But higher dollar signs donโt always mean exceptional quality, just like the inverse: you can find good deals around the $600 mark.
A mattress that offers well-rounded comfort and solid performance is worth its weight in gold. Every bed weโve recommended in this list should outdo its listed price and ensure sound sleep for years to come.
When it comes to your own search, hereโs what we recommend: Aim for well-built mattresses in the $700 to $1,500 range, if possible. When prices begin to dip under a certain threshold, youโll definitely want to investigate why. Is the manufacturer using cheaper, less sturdy materials? Are they making claims that canโt be verified? (Three mattress companies were held to account by the Federal Trade Commission for just this reason in 2013.) Has the model been reviewed by a third party? Unfortunately, many of these deals are indeed too good to be true.
Durability
The quality of your mattress will depend greatly on the type of material it is made from and the quality of those materials. Most good-quality memory foam, innerspring, and hybrid mattresses should last between 7 and 10 years, while latex mattresses should last between 12 and 15 years.
Lower-quality materials may cause mattresses to sag sooner than that and cause discomfort while sleeping. According to Dr. Dasgupta, โinsufficient support, sagging, and a lack of cushioning in a mattressโ can both cause and exacerbate symptoms of back pain.
Beds that are sturdy and supportive along the perimeter and in the center can typically withstand daily wear and tear better than those that sag and sink along the edges. So, we also take a look at how well a mattress performed in our edge support tests. Foam beds tend to score lower than hybrids, but many mattresses are outfitted with perimeter reinforcement to help them hold their shape.
Since we spend relatively little time with the mattresses we test, we also consider the warranty, as its duration is often a strong indicator of the manufacturerโs confidence in its product. Many of the mattresses on this list even come with a lifetime warranty, which means youโre covered from the moment it arrives at your door.
Customer Service
Aside from what goes into your bedโs construction, thereโs also what comes along with it when you purchase a new one. Sometimes, the value of these affordable mattresses is enhanced by generous policies or a top-notch customer experience.
Bed-in-a-box mattresses are already cheaper than in-store ones since they cut out the middleman. They also give you the opportunity to easily transport your mattress to the bedroom to set it up, rather than paying for movers or lugging it around yourself. Many online beds also come with free shipping to further sweeten the deal.
We also take a look at the unboxing process for these beds. They may take time to expand after opening or have an off-gassing smell, which we consider in our customer service evaluation. The beds we choose shouldnโt give you much trouble setting up.
Iโve already mentioned that warranties can be a good indicator of how long a mattress will last, but our customer experience evaluation also includes any sleep trials offered. A sleep trial allows you to try out a mattress before you commit to buying it. Most brands will give you a couple of months to a full year. So long as you initiate a return within the trial period, you usually receive a full refund. This gives you the power to decide if a mattress is really worth the money.
What Else Is Important When Buying a Cheap Mattress?
Comfort is paramount on a new mattress, regardless of how much you pay for it. To ensure your bed is right for you, consider the following areas before making your final purchase:
Firmness
No matter how much money you spend on a mattress, you want it to be comfortable, and a significant amount of that comfort will come from its firmness. We rate firmness on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the softest and 10 being the firmest. Most mattresses on the market fall at or around 6.5/10, or medium-firm.
โMedium-firm mattresses are excellent choices for most sleepers because of their balance of support and pressure relief,โ says Dr. Dasgupta. But this recommendation can change based on your sleeping position. Back sleepers are best suited to medium-firm mattresses, as these help keep their spines in proper alignment. We recommend side sleepers try something softer so they get the necessary sinkage around their hips and shoulders. Stomach sleepers, on the other hand, tend to fare better with firmer mattresses that keep their hips aloft.
โHow hard or soft a mattress feels is also somewhat subjective and often based on your body type,โ adds Dr. Dasgupta. โA bed typically feels firmer to a person weighing less than 130 pounds, while sleepers over 230 pounds may sink too far into a mattress.โ To get a feel for what to look for in a mattress, check out our walkthrough on which firmness level is best for you.
Hereโs a quick breakdown of how your body type might affect your optimal firmness level:
Weight Range
Recommended Firmness Level
Lightweight (under 130 lbs)
Soft to medium
Average-weight (130 to 230 lbs)
Medium-soft to medium-firm
Heavyweight (over 230 lbs)
Medium-firm to firm
Pressure Relief
Pressure relief is also crucial to maintaining comfort. Without pressure relief, sensitive parts of the body will dig into the mattress surface, and this resistance could lead to discomfort or even pain. โThe best mattresses for pressure relief will have softer, contouring materials at the surface, like memory foam,โ says Dr. Dasgupta.
To test each mattress for pressure relief, we enlist a team of sleepers representing three different weight classes and use a specialized mat that produces thermal images, known as pressure maps, to highlight areas with high pressure.
This mat also provides us with a pressure reading in pounds per square inch (PSI) that we can use to compare the overall pressure of different mattresses. These readings and images tell us how much pressure folks should expect to feel on a given mattress.
We also consider our testersโ experience. Each tester reports how they feel on the mattress on both their back and side, then rates it out of 5. These scores are then tallied to form the final pressure relief score, which represents the bedโs overall performance. A good mattress for pressure relief will earn a 4 or higher.
Cooling
If you frequently kick the covers off or blast the A/C to the point that it feels like youโre sleeping in a meat locker, it could be a sign that your bed is not regulating temperature very well. Thankfully, we evaluate every bedโs cooling ability to determine whether itโd be a good fit for hot sleepers.
We first use a thermal temperature gun to measure the surface temperature of the mattress and then ask a tester to lounge on it for 7 minutes. While theyโre on the bed, we collect subjective data by asking whether the cover feels cool to the touch and if the mattress noticeably heats up. When our timer goes off, we then take another temperature reading and note the difference.
The temperature increase shows us just how much heat the mattress holds onto while you sleep. But we also take our testersโ opinion into accountโtheyโll let us know if it felt cool to the touch, temperature-neutral, cozy, or stifling. They also give a rating out of 5. For hot sleepers, Iโd recommend sticking to beds that earn at least a 4/5 in this category. Beds that score 4.5 or higher should provide more active, noticeable cooling.
Motion Isolation
If you, like me, sleep with a partner who seems to choreograph intricate dance routines in the middle of the night, you understand how important it is to find a bed that absorbs motion well. Motion isolation ensures you donโt feel any movement from your side of the bed. To find out if a mattress is great for couples, we test this feature in two ways.
The ripple test consists of filling a large glass with water, positioning it on one side of the bed, and then getting in and out of the other side and moving around a partner would. We note how much the water splashes around to get a feel for how much movement is transferring from one side of the mattress to the other.
In the partner test, one of our product experts rests on one side of the bed while another gets in and out of bed and rolls between sleeping positions. The stationary tester raises their hand if and when they can feel any movements made by their testing buddy.
Both of these tests receive a rating out of 5, which are then averaged together for the final motion isolation rating. Light sleepers who are easily disturbed should stick to a mattress that scored at least a 4/5 in this category.
Responsiveness
If youโve ever felt โstuckโ in a bed as you tried to move around, you were likely on a mattress with poor responsiveness. Responsiveness is bounceโs close cousinโit refers to how quickly the mattress snaps back into shape when you press down on it. A responsive mattress is therefore easier to move around on, which can appeal to combination sleepers, sexually active folks, or anyone who likes a bouncy-feeling bed.
To test a mattressโs responsiveness, we have team members switch from different sleeping positions to gauge how easy it is to move on the bed. We ask them to note if they feel stuck in the bed or if the mattress assists their movements. They then give the mattress a final rating out of 5; anything over 4.3/5 is considered above-average responsiveness.
While you can always go to a brick-and-mortar store, shopping online is your best bet for both discounts and convenience. Our roundup of the best twin mattresses is a great place to start.
How do you make a cheap mattress more comfortable?
There are several ways to make any mattress more comfortable. The most effective method is to add a mattress topper. Some toppers soften a mattress, and others make it firmer โ it depends on what you want. Take a look at our list of best mattress toppers for some suggestions. Also, if your mattress is beginning to sag over time, you can rotate it or add a sturdy sleep foundation beneath, such as a box spring or even a simple piece of plywood.
How much is a cheap queen mattress?
All of the mattresses in this roundup are priced as queens, so this should give you a fairly good range. The least expensive is the Siena (currently about $359 for a queen-size). Itโs worth noting that hybrids tend to be more expensive, and every bed here is under $1,500, which would be considered affordable for a queen. If youโre looking for more queen options, see our best queen-size mattresses of 2025.
Where can you buy a cheap air mattress?
An air mattress is a super-affordable way to add an extra bed to a guest room. Not to sound like a broken record, but we recommend looking online. Youโll often find discounts unavailable in stores, especially around the holidays. Check out our best air mattresses for some more tailored recommendations.
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After Sosha began writing sleep-related content, she knew she wanted to learn more about this important (yet often elusive!) aspect of human health and well-being. She became a Certified Sleep Science Coach to better understand what goes into getting a good nightโs restโincluding oneโs choice of mattress. Sosha now calls upon this training when she tests and writes about beds and sleep accessories, and when sheโs consulted for recommendations by publications such as Livingetc.
