The Best Editor-Tested Mattresses to Score on Sale This Labor Day Weekend (Starting at $408!)

It takes a lot for a product to win a spot on our Best List, let alone for it to win the "Best Overall" category, but the Chill Mattress managed to do just that in 2023, thanks to its comfy, medium-firm construction and cooling outer layer. “It’s extremely comfortable, doesn’t move or bounce when your partner gets out of bed/moves around and is very light/easy to move,” said Marisa, our sales research and consumer insights director. The mattress' combination of Perfect Fit memory foam and fabric-encased coils also provides back and hip support and relieves pressure points. Sweet dreams await.

Innerspring mattresses might be an old-school style, but when constructed with modern materials, they can provide excellent support and durability. Contributor Mark has dealt with back pain from years of sleeping on sofa beds, cheap mattresses, and sleeper sofas, but after years with this Saatva mattress, he’s found that it keeps him comfortable and well-rested every time. While the top layer is firm, it’s also plush, cushy, and breathable — in fact, Mark says, it’s “kept me comfortable throughout the brutally hot summer months, whether I’m sleeping on my side, back, or stomach.” Mark adds that this mattress definitely feels like a major upgrade from his former favorite for back pain.

Consistently earning high ratings, The One Mattress marries the comfort of memory foam with breathability and zoned support for your spine. Perfected by a decade of feedback, this mattress boasts a total of four layers that are designed to keep you from tossing and turning, as well as help you stay cool and asleep all night long. AT's senior cleaning and organizing editor Stephanie described it as neither too soft nor too firm. In other words, it's both comfortable and supportive. No wonder it's a reader favorite, too!

If you prefer a firm mattress, you know what a challenge it can be to find one that's also supportive. After trying the Stearns & Foster Estate Mattress, which comes in both firm and soft versions, contributor Alicia knew she'd found the bed of her dreams. "The Stearns & Foster Estate mattress' memory foam conforms to my shape," she says in her review. "My body feels supported, but this firm mattress isn’t so hard that I feel uncomfortable, like with my previous mattress. It also isolates movement. I can still tell when my boyfriend rolls over, but if he shifts his sleeping position, the mattress doesn’t even move." You'll also find its memory foam stays cool throughout the night, preventing discomfort and overheating.

When it comes to shopping for mattresses, it can be harder for plus-sized people to find the right fit. Enter: The Big Fig Mattress. It comes from the first brand devoted to making mattresses for larger figures. This Best List-winning hybrid mattress features a supportive and strong, high-density construction that fights any sagging. It's also soft and comfy while preserving its bounce. And with a 20-year warranty, Big Fig has got your back. “My partner and I are both larger-bodied, and we love the support Big Fig provides,” says AT contributor Tara. “It’s a very thick mattress and doesn’t sag, even when sitting on the edge of the bed.” To keep from overheating at night, the mattress features Thermogel cooling technology, too. Use the code LABOR at checkout for up to $800 off a Big Fit mattress.

For memory foam lovers, the Sweetnight Prime Memory Foam Mattress is one you should be keeping on your radar. “My months-long search for the perfect mattress for our guest bedroom has finally come to an end, thanks to this innovative find," shared executive lifestyle director Charli. "[This mattress] features four — yes, four! — different firmness profiles, which means it gives side, back, and stomach sleepers a good night’s sleep. Of course, I had fun trying out each one after unboxing it. To switch it up, all you have to do is flip or rotate the mattress to change up the experience. Plus, it’s giving off all the luxury vibes you crave in a good mattress, complete with a gel-infused layer inside the memory foam; a plush, cozy feel; and a checkered mattress cover. I’m going to rest a little easier now, too, knowing that going forward our guests will get to customize their bedtime experience.”

Our favorite pick for back pain is Purple's Restore Hybrid Mattress. The brand's unique gel grid surrounds your body with comfort as you move throughout the night. Its edge-to-edge coils respond to every shift your body makes so that you’re cradled from the tip of your head to the bottom of your toes. This mattress will also be a game-changer for couples who could use some pain relief and restoration at night as it offers all the support with limited motion transfer.

TEMPUR-Pedic is one of the most sought-after mattress brands around. Our favorite pick? The perfectly balanced TEMPUR-Cloud Mattress with Hybrid Technology. "What I found to be the most surprising about the TEMPUR-Cloud Hybrid is that it’s far more supportive than it seems at first touch," says senior shopping editor Britt's review. "Its innovation lies in its ability to conform to your sleeping shape, no matter which way you turn. So, if you’re like me and prone to changing positions through the night, you won’t wake up due to a lack of comfort. Thanks to its middle TEMPUR Support layer, the mattress stays delightfully firm underneath you and changes those pressure points depending on your position. As a result, my sleep went undisturbed because I wasn’t fighting to find the cozy spot on the bed because the cozy spot naturally found me. When I woke up, I felt incredibly rested."

Sleep on your side? Then Pillow Cube’s Mattress Deluxe is for you. It’s divided into two zones to keep your hips and spine cradled, which helps relieve shoulder, neck, and back pain. The medium-soft mattress also touts a plush pillow cover and firm foundation base layer to maximize comfort and prevent sinking. “I didn’t realize how bad my previous mattress was until trying this one,” says social media manager Sam. “It’s so soft and I love melting into it every day because it’s so comfortable and cozy. It’s the perfect level of softness and makes falling asleep so easy.”

If an all-natural, organic mattress is on your must-have list, go with the Natural Escape Mattress from My Green Mattress. This mattress will not only make you feel good about what you’re sleeping on, but you’ll also feel great after a good night’s sleep, thanks to a medium-firm feel and 1,462 pocketed innerspring coils that give the sleeper lumbar and spine support. It also decreases the chance that you'll feel your partner tossing and turning throughout the night. As far as organic mattresses go, it's a tough one to beat. “I’m in love with this mattress!” says Jill, our tester. “It’s supportive, comfortable, and I’ve never slept better."

When it comes to kids' mattresses, our favorite one around is the Helix Kids Mattress. While there's a lot to love about this mattress, its biggest plus is the flippable design — firm on one side for younger kids who need more support, and softer on the other side for older kids who want more comfort. That means your kiddo can literally grow up with this mattress! It also has a ton of certifications that ensure it’s made with high-quality, naturally hypoallergenic materials. The 100-night sleep trial and 10-year warranty only sweeten the deal.

After a history of back problems, contributor Ian decided to give this Bear Elite Hybrid mattress a try. 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 I — but it doesn’t feel like a compromise," he says in his review. "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." In the end, it's sweet dreams all around.

Another Saatva find we love? This body-hugging Loom & Leaf memory foam mattress. It's a favorite of contributor Spencer and his wife, who love it for its cushiony, weightless effect that still provides more than enough support. “Both of us have also found ourselves, for some reason, waking up sleeping on our backs rather than on our sides,” he says in this review. “Whatever the explanation for this change, we’ll take it. Our backs are already thanking us.”

After this cooling-infused foam mattress went viral on the internet, contributor Sarah simply had no choice but to try it out for herself. Before sleeping on its moisture-wicking surface, she would frequently wake up feeling stiff and drenched in sweat. After one night on the Aurora, however, she slept soundly, and comfortably, and finally woke up without a bead of sweat on her forehead. In addition to its heat-repelling properties, the mattress also conforms to the body to provide excellent pressure point relief from head to toe. No matter what kind of sleeper you are, you're sure to love it.

Contributor Stella recognizes the importance of getting eight hours of sleep each night, as we all should. However, unlike today's trends favoring cloud-like comfort, she prefers a firmer mattress. Therefore, she opted for The Lyric Hybrid mattress, a more supportive version of the brand's original Lyric mattress. She notes in her review: "With individually encapsulated coils resting atop a layer of protective, premium base foam, the mattress provides excellent support from the bottom up."

If you're struggling to decide on a comfort level, no worries — Layla's memory foam mattress is double-sided, providing both a soft side and a firm side for you to test out and determine your preference. "I decided to try the soft side first, and it honestly felt like sleeping on a cloud," said contributor Bridget, who tested the mattress herself. The best part? It comes in a box, so you don't have to worry about navigating awkward stairs or narrow doors during delivery.

Prepare for your sleep problems to be solved with The Company Store's Hybrid Foam and Coil Mattress. This mattress combines pressure-relieving gel memory foam with supportive inner springs for a comfortable and supportive sleep experience night after night. "After having slept on both spring mattresses and insufferably firm foam ones, I can honestly say this is the best surface I've ever slept on," says contributor Nikol, who adds, "It even rivals hotel beds." Score 20% off by using the LDW25 promo code.

Another brand you can’t go wrong with is Nolah, according to contributor Noella. Its Signature Mattress is its best for pressure relief — and its special foam is designed to cushion side sleepers in particular. “Besides the incredible polyfoam to relieve pressure, the best thing about this mattress is that you’ll feel like a melting marshmallow as you sink into each layer,” Noella describes in her review. “And there’s no concern about sweating too much with light or heavy sheets because Nolah took the mattress’ breathability into consideration.”

If sustainability is one of the qualities you look for in a mattress, allow us to point you toward Avocado Green. Its mattress has an impressive number of certifications proving that it’s one of the best organic options out there — and our senior shopping editor Britt would certainly agree. “Essentially, it’s a well-cushioned mattress that doesn’t try to swallow you up every time you sit down on it, which I LOVED,” she says in her review. “The edge support gets five stars from me as well as the back support, motion isolation, and overall comfort. I don’t generally have back issues but I’ve been in beds that have caused back pain, and the Avocado Green Mattress is pure relief in comparison.”

Made with memory foam that creates the “perfect hug” around your body, Leesa’s mattress will keep you in alignment and result in a deeper sleep, according to our tester’s experience. Assistant shopping manager Mila appreciates the way the material contours to her body, eliminating the back pain her old mattress would induce. “It's soft, but firm at the same time, so it's the best of both worlds,” she said, adding that the vacuum-sealed bag it arrived in was easy to transport up her stairs. That’s a plus that shouldn't be overlooked!