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The Best Mattresses for Stomach Sleepers
by Joanne Chen
We like these six medium-firm mattresses best for stomach-sleepers because they’ll support and cushion your midsection while still aligning your spine.
This Chic Murphy Bed Solved My Office–Meets–Guest Room Dilemma
by Lauren Sullivan
It checks all the comfort and convenience boxes, but the real triumph, in my opinion, is how nice it looks when the bed is put away.
Helix Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
Maximalist mattress company Helix offers over 20 mattresses tailored to different sleep positions and firmness preferences. We help make sense of all the options.
The Best Air Mattress
by Danna Lorch
Don’t settle for a leaky air mattress. After spending more than 180 hours testing air mattresses, we think the SoundAsleep Dream Series is the best of them all.
The Best Memory Foam Mattresses You Can Buy Online
by Caira Blackwell
A great memory-foam mattress hugs, cuddles, and cradles you just right. We’ve tested dozens to find three we recommend.
The Best Mattresses for 2024
by Joanne Chen and Caira Blackwell
The perfect mattress is highly individual. We’ve researched and tested dozens of mattresses, in a range of prices, to help you find your best night’s sleep.
Leesa Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Annie Chou
Leesa is known for crowd-pleasing mattresses at middle-of-the-road prices. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re considering one.
The Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers
by Caira Blackwell and Joanne Chen
If you regularly sleep on your side, you’ll likely want a cushy mattress that aligns your spine and offers good support. These are our favorites.
The Best Hybrid Mattresses
by Caira Blackwell
Part coil, part foam, hybrid mattresses have a range of feels. Here are our favorites, plus what you need to know to find one that’s right for you.
The Best Mattresses for Back Pain
by Joanne Chen
There is no actual “best” mattress for back-pain sufferers, though one that feels medium-firm to you is likely to be the best choice. We have six to recommend.
Tuft & Needle Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen and Justin Redman
If you’re considering a Tuft & Needle, here’s what you should know about its Original, Mint, and Hybrid mattresses.
We Broke Up. I Reordered My Old Mattress.
by Sofia Sokolove
The first time, it was a grownup purchase in my 20s. The second, it was a much-needed, post-breakup buy in my 30s.
How to Choose a Mattress
by Joanne Chen
We’ve collected all our big-picture mattress-buying advice to help you find a bed you’ll happily sleep on for years.
The Best Cheap Mattresses (Under $500)
by Caira Blackwell and Annie Chou
It takes some effort, but you can find a decent, comfortable mattress that won’t break the bank. Here are four we recommend.
Casper Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Annie Chou
Casper revolutionized the world of online mattresses. They currently offer five models; here’s what to know if you’re considering one.
Saatva Mattress Reviews: An Honest Assessment
by Christina Colizza
Saatva is known for elegantly designed mattresses made with high-quality materials. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re considering one.
The Best Mattress Toppers
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
The right mattress topper can turn the Princess and the Pea into Sleeping Beauty. Here are four we recommend.
Purple Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
Purple’s gridded, jiggly foam may feel weird—or it may be just what the doctor ordered. We recommend trying the mattresses in person before you buy.
Tempur-Pedic Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Caira Blackwell
Tempur-Pedic mattresses are known for their signature deep memory-foam sink. Here’s everything you should know about its beds.
Upgrades to Make a Sleeper Sofa Worth Sleeping On
by Harry Sawyers
Sleeping on a sofa bed doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Here's our advice on how to make it more comfortable.
The Best Mattresses for Back Sleepers
by Joanne Chen
If you prefer to sleep on your back, you’ll probably want a medium-firm mattress to align your spine and keep your shoulders, hips, and lower back comfortable.
The Best Innerspring Mattresses
by Joanne Chen
Shopping for mattresses can be a nightmare, and searching specifically for an innerspring model is its own special hell. Let us help.
I’ve Never Slept Better Than on a Japanese Futon
by Courtney Schley
One of the editors on the Wirecutter sleep team has tested dozens of mattresses, but she still misses her Japanese futon.
50(ish) Splurge-Worthy Wirecutter Picks to Upgrade Your Bedroom
by Gabriella DePinho
On the hunt for a timeless bed frame or luxe linen sheets? Here’s a selection of our favorite investment pieces to jazz up your sleeping space.
The Folding Mattress My Overnight Guests Love
by Christine Cyr Clisset
Ditch your air mattress for an affordable, tri-fold foam mattress that overnight guests will adore (and thank you for).
When Is the Best Time to Buy a Mattress?
by Ignacia Fulcher and Nathan Burrow
When is the best time to buy a mattress? Our experts weigh in on when to buy.
Shopping for a Mattress? Avoid These 8 Sales Traps.
by Joanne Chen
We spoke to mattress sellers and business experts to learn tips to help you navigate the tricky business of buying a new bed.
Sleep Number Mattresses: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
We take a real-world look at the advantages and disadvantages of owning a Sleep Number adjustable mattress, plus note our own experience sleeping on one.
Nectar Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Justin Redman
Nectar’s all-foam mattresses are softer than competitors and come with a standout return policy. But durability could be a concern.
What to Know About Mattress Types
by Joanne Chen
Here’s what you need to know about spring, foam, and hybrid mattresses—and which type will work best for you.
8 Ways to Avoid Buying a Bad Mattress
by Joanne Chen
If you want to take advantage of Presidents’ Day mattress sales, here are eight pitfalls to avoid so you can buy a mattress you’ll happily sleep on for years.