Best for: Combo sleepers, couples, hot sleepers | Type: Memory foam or hybrid | Firmness: Medium firm | Delivery: Bed in a box | Trial: 365 nights (one year) | Warranty: Lifetime

Constructed of 14 inches of premium materials, the Nectar Premier Copper is the tallest, coolest and most supportive in the entire lineup. It’s also available in both memory foam and hybrid versions to better suit your preferences, although the hybrid is bit more expensive (the queen costs $1,499).

Both models are designed with specialized foams that relieve pressure, support joints and wick away heat. But there are key differences in construction: The memory foam bed is made entirely of foam, including in its base layers, and is the brand’s “most plush mattress”; the hybrid has a coil support system and is tagged the “most plush, cooling hybrid” of the line. (Pro tip: As a general rule, hybrids run cooler than their foam counterparts, if that’s a priority for you.)

What our editors say: Our mattress and sleep editor, Lindsey Vickers, spent several weeks sleeping on the Nectar Premier Copper Mattress. “This bed has a very memory foam-y feel. Even as someone who prefers a firmer mattress, I found the sensation of this one pleasant. It definitely cradles you and has that classic sink-in feel. The mattress felt best to me when I slept on my side or back—I found it a bit too soft for routine stomach sleeping. If you like to slumber prone, the hybrid version could be a better bet. While it’s designed to sleep cool, I’d caution that ultra-hot sleepers may want to opt for the hybrid model, or a different mattress, as the memory foam on this one retained some heat in my experience.”

Pros:

• Available in two versions, memory foam and hybrid
• Made with cooling copper-infused materials
• Comes with generous trial and warranty periods

Cons:

• Not made in the USA
• The hybrid version is more expensive

Best for: Side sleepers, couples | Type: Hybrid | Firmness: Medium to medium-firm | Delivery: Bed in a box | Trial: 100 nights | Warranty: 15 years

The highly praised Midnight Luxe is one of Helix’s most popular and top-rated mattresses. It’s medium to medium-firm, making it comfortable for pretty much everyone, but its features are especially great for side sleepers. This 14-inch mattress offers up six layers, creating more than a foot of cushion under your body while you sleep. The memory foam maximizes pressure point relief on your hips and shoulders, while a zoned wrapped coil unit offers added support and helps reinforce the edges so you never feel like you’re sinking, even if you inch toward the edge of the bed at night.

Plus, all of the Luxe models (there’s a standard Helix Midnight mattress, too) have added lumbar support for your back and a premium quilted pillow top with a soft, breathable cover. They’re also two inches taller than the standard mattresses.

What our editors say: “The Helix Midnight Luxe hits the right balance for side sleepers,” shares sleep and mattress editor Lindsey Vickers, who tested it in the brand’s showroom. “It has a good amount of cradling and sink-in sensation, which is what makes it shine for side sleeping, in particular. If you’re looking for a bit of initial memory foam sensation without compromising on support as you sleep (or as you sit on the side of the mattress), this is a great bet. Plus, when I tried it with colleagues, they really had to thrash around for there to be any sense of motion transfer—a great sign for couples who share a bed but don’t want to share one another’s tossing and turning.”

Pros:

• Targeted support is designed for side sleepers
• Luxe upgrade is available (which includes an extra 2 inches of comfort)
• Has excellent motion isolation

Cons:

• 100-night trial period isn’t as long as some others

Best for: Back sleepers, couples, back and joint pain sufferers | Type: Hybrid | Firmness: Luxury firm (medium-firm) | Delivery: Bed in a box | Trial: 365 nights (one year) | Warranty: Lifetime

The luxury-firm DreamCloud is a hybrid that offers support plus a touch of plushness for contoured comfort. At 14 inches thick, it consists of multiple foam support layers, a base of individually-wrapped coils and a soft cashmere-blend top cover. Back sleepers in particular will experience immediate pressure relief along their lower lumbar and shoulders while remaining properly aligned throughout, which is especially helpful if you regularly grapple with aches and pains. The motion isolation is superb, as well, so it’ll suit couples who don’t want to be disturbed by their partner’s movements. The DreamCloud is among the best mattress values you can find, too. It’s regularly on sale and includes a 1-year trial, a lifetime warranty and hundreds of dollars’ worth of free pillows and bedding with your purchase.

What our writers say: Our mattress-testing contributor shares that the DreamCloud is one of the most supportive mattresses she’s ever tested. “I didn’t feel that dreaded dip in my midsection,” she says, adding that it provides a just-right level of pressure relief to alleviate joint and back pain.

Pros:

• Balances contouring softness and support
• Has exceptional motion isolation
• Includes generous trial period and lifetime warranty

Cons:

• Not made in the USA
• Edge support is somewhat lacking

Best for: Side sleepers, hot sleepers | Type: Hybrid | Firmness: Medium-firm | Delivery: Bed in a box| Trial: 100 nights | Warranty: 10 years

Leesa makes our best mattress list again with its Sapira Hybrid, a medium-firm model that’ll be especially comfortable for side sleepers. It consists of over 1,000 active response pocket springs, multiple contouring foams and a top layer of ventilated comfort foam that works in tandem with a breathable viscose cover to disperse heat and wick away moisture. As with all Leesa mattress, you’ll get 100 nights to find out if it’s right for you. Elect to keep it, and your purchase will be backed by a 10-year limited warranty.

What our editors say: Lindsey Vickers, our mattress and sleep editor, has loved this mattress for years. “I recently had the pleasure of trying out the Leesa Sapira again, and loved it just as much as the first time. The mattress strikes a great balance between a bit of surface cushion and ample support, thanks to a spring base. I recommended this mattress in the past to my parents years ago, who have different sleep positions, and they’ve had (and loved) theirs ever since.”

Pros:

• Designed with a perforated top layer of foam
• Includes a breathable knit cover
• Over 1,000 pocket springs for contouring and ventilation

Cons:

• Only comes in one firmness

Best for: Back and stomach sleepers, back pain sufferers | Type: Memory foam | Firmness: Relaxed firm or firm | Delivery: Free white glove delivery | Trial: 365 nights | Warranty: Lifetime

The Saatva Loom & Leaf comes in two comfort levels, relaxed firm and firm, so you can choose to sink into your mattress or float right on top of it. Either way, you’ll enjoy specialized support courtesy of the Euro pillow top followed by a gel-infused lumbar “crown” that promotes proper alignment and increased blood circulation to melt back pain away. That’s in addition to a 5-pound core of body-hugging memory foam plus multiple comfort foam layers for all-over relief, no matter your sleep position. There’s no need to worry about straining your back hauling this heavy mattress, either: Saatva provides free in-room delivery and set-up, plus removal of your existing mattress if you need it.

What our writers say: Our contributor tested a relaxed firm Loom & Leaf after suffering a lower back injury. “After three weeks of sleeping on this mattress, I noticed a marked improvement in my back pain,” she said, adding that she believes the Loom & Leaf’s specialized lumbar support aided in her recovery.

Pros:

• Comes in two firmness levels
• Specialized lumbar support
• In-home delivery included with purchase

Cons:

• Sleeps warm, according to our contributor

Best for: All sleepers (3 firmness levels), hot sleepers, back pain sufferers | Type: Hybrid | Firmness: Plush soft, luxury firm and firm | Delivery: Free white glove delivery | Trial: 365 nights | Warranty: Lifetime

Yes, Saatva makes our list again. The hybrid design of the flagship Saatva Classic allows for more airflow that all-foam models (including Saatva’s Loom & Leaf, above) to keep night sweats at bay. The combination of springs and foam will also offer plenty of body-contouring support, especially with a Lumbar Zone that keeps your body aligned and provides extra pressure relief in the middle of your back. The Saatva Classic will suit just about any type of sleeper since it comes in three firmness levels (plush, luxury firm and firm) and two height profiles (11.5 inches or 14.5 inches). In-home delivery, a 1-year trial and a lifetime warranty are nice perks, too.

What our editors say: Shares Jordan Thomas, our deals writer, “The Saatva Classic checked off all my boxes: It’s supportive but still comfortable (I’ve found it great for back pain), it’s breathable (a must for grueling Texas summers) and it provides great edge support (no more frustrating sinking or sagging!).”

Pros:

• Hybrid design promotes airflow
• Available in multiple firmness levels and height profiles
• 365-night trial and forever warranty

Cons:

• Costs $99 to return

Best for: Heavier and/or big and tall sleepers, joint pain sufferers | Type: Hybrid | Firmness: Medium-firm | Delivery: Bed in a box | Trial: 100 nights | Warranty: 15 years

Did you know that most regular mattresses are only made to support 200 to 250 pounds per side? For sleepers weighing more than this, a mattress designed for heavier people is key for preventing premature dipping and sagging. The Helix Plus Mattress—another pick from the Forbes Vetted-favorite brand—is a hybrid mattress constructed with a base of wrapped coils topped with layers of foam. Thanks to high-density materials and sturdy reinforced edges, it’s designed to support up to 500 pounds per side (or 1,000 pounds total).

Comfort-wise, the Helix Plus delivers with pressure point-relieving cushioning and a breathable Tencel cover. Extra hot sleepers can upgrade to the GlacioTex Cooling cover, which stays cool to the touch, for an extra $149.

What the reviews say: “I greatly appreciated the company considering [plus-size people] instead of ignoring our part of the population,” shares a happy buyer. “We LOVE this mattress. My back has not ached since the first night. No hip or shoulder pain, either.”

Pros:

• Specifically designed to support heavier weights
• Offers pressure point relief
• Cushy upper layers balance comfort with sturdiness

Cons:

• 100-night trial period isn’t as long as some others
• The optional GlacioTex Cooling cover is a $109 upcharge

Best for: Side sleepers, petite sleepers, pressure point relief | Type: Hybrid | Firmness: Plush, medium or lux firm | Delivery: Bed in a box | Trial: 365 nights |Warranty: Lifetime

The Nest Sparrow Signature Hybrid is designed to appeal to sleepers of all types, as it’s available in plush, medium or lux firm. Per Nest, the plush version of this mattress is best suited for side sleepers, petite individuals and anyone seeking gentle support with ample pressure relief; per our mattress editor, it can also suit softness-loving stomach sleepers.

Further, this is a fantastic pick if you’ve been wanting to try a plush mattress but have been afraid to take the plunge. In addition to its 365-night trial, the Lifetime Renewal Exchange entitles you to a one-time swap of the innermost comfort layer that adjusts the firmness of your bed without having to return the entire mattress. If you sleep on a split king, you’ll be able to order two varying firmness levels so you and your sleeping partner are satisfied.

What our editors say: “I found it possible to sleep on my stomach on this bed, even though the Sparrow mattress is softer than I’d personally choose,” explains sleep and mattress editor Lindsey Vickers, who prefers to sleep prone. “I came to love the cradling sensation this bed has, as I felt cuddled each night as I dozed off on it.”

Pros:

• Comes in three firmness levels
• Designed with a swappable comfort layer
• Includes a 1-year trial and comfort layer Lifetime Renewal Exchange

Cons:

• You can only exchange the comfort layer one time

Best for: Budget shoppers, all sleep positions | Type: Foam | Firmness: Medium-firm | Delivery: Bed in a box | Trial: 100 nights |Warranty: 10 years

Shopping for a mattress with a limited budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice quality. Just take a look at the Leesa Studio, which sits atop our list of the best affordable mattresses. It costs less than $800 for a queen and it’s Greenguard Gold-certified, which means it’s met the strict criteria for low emissions. (In other words, the air quality in your home won’t suffer and you’re unlikely to get a whiff of the unpleasant off-gassing smell that accompanies most memory foam beds.) As for comfort, this three-layer mattress has a medium-firm feel that should suit most sleepers, along with a breathable knit cover to help wick away moisture. You’ll get 100 nights to try it out at home, with free returns plus a full refund if you’re not satisfied.

What our editors say: Lindsey Vickers, our mattress and sleep editor, tried out the Leesa Studio at a showroom. “For folks looking for a firm, affordable memory foam option that offers pressure relief but doesn’t let you seep into the mattress too deeply, this is a great choice. It has just a bit of sink when you first lie down, but it’s only just enough to slightly cradle you. As a stomach sleeper, it’s a mattress I’d seriously consider purchasing. That said, I like a firm bed, and it might teeter on the edge of too firm for some.”

Pros:

• Excellent value
• Greenguard Gold-certified with low emissions
• Great guest room pick

Cons:

• Heavier people may not find it supportive enough

Best for: Sleepers with allergies, back and stomach sleepers, hot sleepers | Type: Hybrid | Firmness: Medium-firm | Delivery: Bed in a box, with optional white-glove delivery | Trial: 365 nights | Warranty: 25 years

Latex is a popular alternative to memory foam since it sleeps cooler, is naturally hypoallergenic and is generally better for the environment when it comes to emissions. The Avocado Green is a hybrid model featuring sustainably-sourced Dunlop latex, organic wool and organic cotton—all 100% GOTS certified. It also has over 1,000 individually-wrapped coils arranged in five ergonomic zones for targeted support and relief. The medium-firm feel of the Avocado Green should suit back and stomach sleepers, but side and combination sleepers may want to add the optional pillow top for more pressure relief.

What our editors say: Sholeen Damarwala, our home and kitchen editor, has been sleeping on an Avocado Green mattress for two years and says, “I'm thrilled to report that it's still just as durable and supportive as the day we got it. After having a baby, my body has taken a real hit and I appreciate the natural cushioning and medium support it offers. I'm also a fan of the organic, natural and non-toxic materials used especially since my husband suffers from allergies.”

Pros:

• Made with sustainably-sourced organic materials
• Designed with ergonomic support zones
• Comes with a 1-year warranty

Cons:

• Pillow top costs $400 extra

Best for: Pressure relief, sleepers with back pain, couples | Type: Memory foam | Firmness: Soft or firm | Delivery: In-home delivery | Trial: 90 nights | Warranty: 10 years

Tempur-Pedic is among the most popular memory foam mattress brands thanks to its NASA-developed Tempur Material, which is designed to respond to your body weight, shape and temperature for tailored comfort and support. The LuxeAdapt is the most premium option in the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt range, boasting 40% more Tempur Material than the base model for maximum pressure relief and adaptability, which is a bonus for sleepers with back pain. That extra Tempur Material also yields exceptional motion cancellation so anyone who shares a bed with a restless partner can sleep more soundly. Choose either a soft or firm feel, with 90 days to decide which level of firmness is right for you. Also standard is in-home delivery and set-up plus optional mattress removal—all you’ll need to do is fit it with your favorite set of sheets.

What the reviews say: “By far my favorite mattress ever purchased,” begins one review from a customer who bought a soft LuxeAdapt mattress. “My hip pain has all but disappeared, I dream more (pretty clear I am getting deeper sleep), and I look forward to going to bed each night.” Adds another shopper who bought the firm version of this mattress, “I can finally sleep without excruciating back and leg pain.”

Pros:

• Comes in two firmness levels
• Offer superb pressure relief
• In-home delivery and set-up

Cons:

• Its trial and warranty periods are short, given the price