13 Cooling Mattresses That’ll Help You Sleep Comfortably All Year Long

Sarah M. VazquezCommerce SEO Editor
Sarah M. VazquezCommerce SEO Editor
For the past 8 years, I've covered all things shopping. My work's been published by Hearst, PureWow, and Bauer Media Group. I'm a Brooklyn-born Jersey Girl (with a BA in English from Montclair State University) who loves a good playlist, a good bagel, and my family (but not necessarily in that order).
updated Mar 29, 2024
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If you’re a hot sleeper, then you know — no matter what time of year it is — cooling bedding is the secret to getting the good night’s sleep you deserve. If you ask our editors, it’s even more important than your AC situation or fan setup. But although the right sheets, pillows, and comforters will help keep you cool, nothing works as well at keeping you sweat-free all night long as a cooling mattress. Designed to help regulate body temperature, these mattresses are made with blends of airy, naturally cooling materials and the latest in cool-sleep tech that’ll finally help you get the comfortable sleep you’ve been dreaming of. No more chasing the full eight hours! Below, we rounded up 13 of the best cooling mattresses on the market today, including a score of picks that our very own editors can’t get enough of (yours truly, included). Here’s to cool, comfortable sleep for everyone!

Do you have a cooling mattress you swear by? We want to hear all about it! Tell us about your favorite cooling mattresses in the comments below.

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Purple Mattress, Queen
$1,499$1,299

Our editors have tested and loved many Purple mattresses, and the OG still stands as one of the best picks for a variety of sleepers. If you have trouble with temperature regulation throughout the night, this mattress's unique Gelflex grid reduces heat and also relieves pressure, helping you achieve a deep sleep for hours. It's a customer-favorite for a reason!

$1,299 at Purple
LUCID Comfort Collection 12" Gel Hybrid Queen Mattress
$575

For a great deal on a cooling mattress, head to QVC. There, you'll also find something that puts comfort and breathability first. Lucid's hybrid mattress features a layer of transition foam infused with aloe vera alongside a layer of memory foam infused with SureCool cooling gel for the most refreshing sleep around. Additionally, it's compatible with all bed frames — adjustable, platform, decorative — making it an excellent option for all bed owners. You really can't beat this under $600 pick.

$575 at QVC.com
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Arctic Hybrid Mattress, Queen
$3,399$2,699

The Serta Arctic Hybrid Mattress is one pick you'll definitely want to check out. Powered by Serta's exclusive Reactex® technology, a unique three-part cooling system pulls heat away from your body and deep into the mattress, this pick is also made with a mix of body-hugging memory foam that conforms to your body and a wrapped coil innerspring that works independently to provide durable support. Combine that with motion control to limit disturbing your partner throughout the night and sweet dreams are practically guaranteed with this luxury pick.

$2,699 at Serta
Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress, Queen
$2,399$1,799

When it comes to the best mattress around, there's one we recommend over all others: the Midnight LUXE. The best all-around mattress for everyone — back sleepers, side sleepers, stomach sleepers, you name it — this hybrid mattress uses memory foam, gel foam, and wrapped coils to offer superior support. Best of all, it's a dream for hot sleepers as you get the choice between either an ultra-breathable TENCEL cover, designed for maximum airflow, or a GlacioTex™ Cooling Cover, which effectively pulls heat away from the body.

$1,799 at Helix Sleep
Aurora Luxe Hybrid Mattress, Queen
$2,265$1,586

When it comes specifically to cooling mattresses, the Aurora Luxe Hybrid mattress from Brooklyn Bedding is an editor-favorite, with a personal recommendation from yours truly. After testing this out in my parent's humid Florida guest room, I was beyond impressed. Using a GlacioTex-infused surface that regulates body temperature and a CopperFlex TitanCool top layer that effortlessly dissipates excess body heat while also wicking away moisture, I'm finally able to get the cool sleep I crave after a day spent in the sun.

$1,586 at Brooklyn Bedding
Molecule 1 Mattress, Queen
$899$629

Another editor-favorite find, the Molecule 1 Mattress is Best List editor Britt's go-to. This mattress offers four laters of comfort with an antimicrobial Microban cover that helps to regulate temperature and protect the mattress from odors and stains, a RestoreFlo foam layer follow that allows airflow, a RecoveryFlo layer that offers self-adjusting support to different areas of the body, and a CounterFlo base layer that provides foundational support and additional airflow and heat transferability. "The many cooling properties of the Molecule 1 mattress were a feature I found particularly refreshing as a hot sleeper who relies on moisture-wicking bedding that keeps me comfortable all night," shared Britt. "I couldn’t believe how well I slept on it. I didn’t want to get out of bed the next morning!"

$629 at Molecule
ZINUS 12-Inch Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress, Queen
$379$271

For a cooling mattress under $500, the ZINUS 12-Inch Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress is the way to go. This pick is infused with green tea and moisture-resistant ActivCharcoal, which work together to keep the mattress fresh and eliminate odors. Designed to cradle your joints and align your spine, Zinus touts this mattress's ability to help soothe aches and pains as you sleep and leave you feeling refreshed in the morning.

$271 at Amazon
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Beautyrest Harmony Mattress
$799

A great pick for couples, the Beautyrest Harmony Mattress combines advanced motion isolation and cooling comfort thanks to its breathable, moisture-wicking fabric. Top this off with its Beautyrest ActiveResponse Memory Foam construction and you have a pick that provides contouring comfort to help alleviate aches and pains for some of the most comfortable sleep around for you and your partner.

$799 at BeautyRest
Nolah Evolution 15" Luxury Firm Mattress, Queen
$2,127$1,489

For a firm pick, opt for the Noah Evolution Luxury Firm Mattress. Another editor-approved mattress, the Evolution features an extremely cooling design thanks to the graphite-infused AirFoamICE foam later, an airy Euro topper, a cooling ArcticTex cover, and a breathable corner gusset. Best of all, while light and airy, you're still going to get the firm support you're looking for, although it does come in a range of firmness options if you like things a little plushier.

$1,489 at Nolah
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Bestselling Mint Mattress, Queen
$1,495

It's a bestseller for a reason! Tuft & Needle's Mint Mattress offers all the bells and whistles you might expect, such as "cooling" foam (an open-cell foam infused with ceramic and cooling gel for a refreshing night's sleep), motion control, and responsive support for proper alignment. Now, it also includes a washable top cover, making it clear that this pick will only continue to be a fan favorite.

$1,495 at Tuft & Needle
Bear Elite Hybrid Mattress, Queen
$2,712$1,899

Are you a hot sleeper with back pain? Say no more. After a history of back problems, senior commerce editor Ian decided to give the Bear Elite Mattress a try and couldn't be happier. With its hand-quilted cushion cover, three layers of supportive foam, and two layers of coils, this cooling mattress had him sleeping like a baby. "Besides the unparalleled cooling power, my favorite aspect of the Elite Hybrid is that it’s the perfect compromise for my girlfriend and me — but it doesn’t feel like a compromise," he wrote. "I feel like I got the better end of the deal with a firm mattress, while my girlfriend thinks she got the better end of the deal with a soft mattress."

$1,899 at Bear Mattress
The Classic Mattress, Queen
$2,179

Looking for a classic innerspring option? Then the Saatva classic mattress, a Best List winner, is one you should consider. In addition to two durable layers of innerspring, this sag-free number has a Euro pillow top cover for plenty of cushioning. That, combined with a breathable cotton foundation and special Lumbar Zone technology for spinal alignment, makes this piece a knockout that'll keep you cool and comfortable all night long.

$2,179 at Saatva
TEMPUR-Breeze Mattress, Queen
$4,599$4,099

Interested in a TEMPUR-Pedic mattress? Then check out the TEMPUR-Breeze. The mattress cover is infused with fibers that lower the temperature while the mattress itself has a cooling layer that absorbs excessive heat. This, combined with the mattress' superior breathability, will help keep the night sweats far, far away.

$4,099 at Tempur-Pedic

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