Top 5 Memory Foam Mattresses
March 2023

Buying a new mattress is a significant investment in your sleep health so it’s important to have a good budget for it. The budget for a high-quality mattress will usually range from $1000 to $1,700. With this budget, you should be able to buy a great mattress that is comfortable, supportive, and will last for a long time.

The best choices for cooling mattresses are the Puffy Lux Hybrid and the Amerisleep AS5. While the AS5 has plant-based Bio-Pur® memory foam with an open-cell design for breathability, the Puffy Lux Hybrid has a cooling gel-infused layer for cooling comfort and a Climate Comfort™ Foam layer that wicks away moisture and regulates your temperature all night long.

Our favorite mattresses for back pain are the Puffy Lux Hybrid and the Leesa Legend Mattress. The Leesa Legend features two layers of springs that relieve pressure and reduce lower back pain. As for our number-one choice, the Puffy Lux Hybrid, the mattress’s specialized foam layers and coils base target key pressure points and provide unique support for back pain. Additionally, the Puffy Lux Hybrid was ranked the #1 mattress for side sleepers with back pain by Forbes.

While memory foam mattresses offer classic all-foam comfort, hybrid mattresses take the benefits of a memory foam mattress to the next level. Hybrid mattresses contain multiple memory foam layers with a spring base. This provides added support so sleepers won’t sink in and the mattress won’t sag. As a result, hybrid mattresses have a longer lifespan than memory foam mattresses, thanks to the extra-sturdy layer of springs. Additionally, hybrid mattresses disperse body heat away from the mattress, allowing for extra air circulation so you won't sweat or overheat while sleeping.

For sleepers who prefer a hybrid mattress with quick responsiveness, the Puffy Lux Hybrid is a first-rate option. This mattress consists of a body-adaptive coils base and a cooling gel-infused layer for optimized airflow, which allows for breathable and cool sleep. With multiple memory foam layers, including Plush Dual Cloud Foam, the Puffy Lux Hybrid minimizes strain from the shoulders, hips, and lower back area, and offers total comfort for sleepers.

Most of the mattresses on our list are made in the USA, except for DreamCloud and Nectar. Both DreamCloud and Nectar mattresses are made and assembled in China. Mattresses that are made domestically in the USA spend less time being transported or sitting in a warehouse so you’ll get the mattress in its best condition. Additionally, American-made mattresses are usually constructed using higher quality materials and processes.

When a product is expensive, having a generous warranty will give you peace of mind when making your purchase. The warranty protects the product against defects in craftsmanship or any physical flaws, so you can either exchange the product or get the issue fixed during the warranty period. Buying a mattress with a lifetime warranty is the safest option because the mattress will be protected for as long as you’re sleeping on it. Additionally, a lot of brands offer lengthy trial periods so you can test your mattress before committing to it.