Picking the best mattress for your needs can get overwhelming. The market is overflowing with options, and you can barely tell what mattress is the right fit. To make the process easier for you, we’ve put together some best mattress reviews to single out the most beloved choices. Seeing how consumers rate a product is the best way to know how well it stands when separated from the marketing machinery. Here are the top rated mattresses that have ruled the arena in 2018. Take a look.
Best Mattresses 2018
Here’s a sneak peek to our top rated mattresses list, if you just want to glean rather than go into detail.
| Category | Mattress |
| Memory Foam Mattress | Amerisleep AS3 |
| Latex Mattress | Zenhaven |
| Innerspring Mattress | Saatva |
| Budget Option | Zinus Memory Foam |
Read on to see the best mattresses for each category, and overall selection is spread across categories to include top 10 mattresses.
Mattress Ratings And Getting To Know Mattresses Better
About Mattress Ratings
So what gives a mattress a spot on the high table? The largest factor has to be consumer reviews. Word of mouth marketing is one of the most influential forms of marketing. If a legitimate customer has opinions about a product, they hold weight simply because the customer is not bound by any special interest when presenting his/her opinion about a product. Of course, when combing through crowd-sourced or user-generated reviews, we keep an eye out for any telltale signs of the reviews being tampered towards one side or the other.
Other factors are our own tests on mattresses where available, critic and professional reviews, and the general interest in a product from customers. All said and done, the best mattress is one that you are comfortable with, and can easily recommend to your friends and family members should they be on the prowl for a new mattress.
Mattress Covers Can Be A Defining Characteristic
Mattress covers are more than just fabric wrapped around the mattress. The modern mattress cover is an essential part and often performs important functions – including characteristic properties – for a mattress. For example, the (relatively) new and popular bamboo mattress covers can add breathability and even temperature neutral characteristics to regular foam mattresses.
Similarly, mattresses use exotic fabrics like Celliant for cover, and often have quilted covers where the cover itself becomes an integral part of the mattress comfort layer. When picking a top rated mattress, also pay attention to its cover. The cover matters, and it isn’t something you can ignore once you add a mattress protector.
Quick Ideas On Mattress Maintenance
Simply buying one of the top 10 mattresses isn’t enough. Responsible mattress maintenance is going to be a big part of how well your mattress performs and holds up.
Conventional wisdom says you should flip mattresses regularly. That’s a terrible plan for most modern mattresses. Most modern mattresses are not flippable and are meant to stay in just one position. So be confident that you have a flippable mattress before you try putting it upside down on your bed.
One thing you should be doing is rotating your mattress periodically. All mattresses naturally degrade over time, with the comfort layer taking the biggest hit. Rotating the mattress lets you spread out the effect. Rather than constantly putting load on one particular area of the mattress, you let the pressure spread a bit. Rotating periods should be shorter when the mattress is new, so you can break in the new mattress rather quickly.
Secondly, make it a point to use waterproof or water-resistant mattress protectors. Your mattress is going to last several years, and you’re going to spend a lot of time on it. It’s only natural that accidents happen at some point — like spilling a beverage or a glass of water. That’s the time for your mattress protector to actually do the protecting. It’s going to be a pain to dry and clean a mattress, but mattress protectors are relatively easier to handle.
Cleaning your mattress with a vacuum attachment occasionally can be plenty useful in keeping it clean and free from allergens. And finally, put the mattress over a good support so it does not sag.
Mattress Bases
The following are the popular types of mattress bases available:
- Box Springs: One of the most popular mattress bases, a box spring is often about eight inches high. It’s traditionally wooden construction hides metal coils inside the frame to absorb and dissipate excess energy, thus increasing the life of the mattress. Box Springs are the earliest of mattress foundations, so the term is often used as a description for all mattress bases. These bases are often coated with fabric to match the mattress while also making a foundation that’s non-slippery.
- Bedsteads: You don’t always need specialized bases, sometimes, a regular bed works just as well. Given that bedsteads are available in a variety of designs and materials, you can depend on aesthetics to make this choice for you. However, take note of the base because that’s going to be critical for mattress support. A solid base that supports your mattress can be very helpful.
- Slatted Bases: Usually available with bedsteads, slatted bases are available in flexible and rigid versions. Both versions are suitable for most mattress types and have an added benefit of providing some ventilation to the mattress. Since wear and tear of the mattress is dependent on the distance between slats, it is generally recommended that the gap be no greater than three inches.
- Adjustable Bases: Adjustable bases can be motorized or manual. They are increasingly popular as the bedroom becomes a multi-functional space where you can watch TV, or catch up on some work on your laptop while in bed. Their effectiveness for some medical purposes adds to their value as well. Adjustable bases should only be used with compatible mattresses, and care must be taken to ensure that the base is compatible with conventional standards for a regular base.
- Low-Profile Foundations And Bunky Boards: There might be times when you don’t want the mattress base to substantially alter the height of the mattress. These bases provide the required support for the mattress while maintaining a low height profile.
Get to know mattresses and mattress qualities better with our Ultimate Buying Guide To Choosing New Mattresses.
What Are The Most Popular Mattress Brands?
Our list also includes mattresses from relatively little-known brands, since we put stock on individual mattress performance. The highest rated mattress may not often come from the most popular mattress company. With that in mind, this section is about listing some of the most popular mattress brands. You might find well-known names here, and that is only natural. Established mattress brands have a higher volume of sale and a deeper trust with their customers. Here are some best mattress brands with top-rated products that are well-received in the market.
- Sealy: A trusted name for over a century, Sealy still commands a fair percentage of market share. They have a wide range of products differing in price and quality. They have gone beyond the traditional innersprings and have expanded their foam offerings.
- Serta: Another successful and old brand, Serta has been expanding its offering for the modern consumer. Recently, they took over online mattress company Tuft & Needle. Serta sells the largest number of mattresses in the USA, and its offerings include popular mattress types like memory foam, latex foam, hybrid, and innerspring mattresses.
- Tempur-Pedic: This is the best-known brand for memory foam, and is often credited with bringing memory foam technology to commercial mattresses. Tempur-Pedic deals almost entirely in memory foam mattresses, though their mattresses are generally on the more expensive side as compared to their competition. Tempur-Pedic has the highest customer satisfaction ratings for any brand.
- Purple Mattresses: Purple is a much younger and smaller company that the brands already listed here. Consumer interest and its unique technology have made it quite a popular brand. Purple’s offerings are getting more diverse and catering to more tastes. Let’s see how it works out for this brand. Click to read our full review of the original Purple mattress.
Foam Is Proving A Better Choice Than Innerspring Mattresses
Even as innerspring mattresses continue to be common, foam mattresses are catching up. Almost 80% of memory foam mattress customers are satisfied with their purchase, while innersprings score slightly above 60%. Polyfoam and Latex foam also report higher satisfaction than innerspring mattresses.
Foam mattresses usually last longer, are better at conforming to the body shape and are quieter when compared to innerspring mattresses. The latter however, does not have to deal with sleep-hot problems and off-gassing issues. For customers unaffected by these issues, memory foam (or foam in general) is proving to be a more alluring choice.
Best Memory Foam Mattresses 2018
Amerisleep AS3 — Best Mattress Reviews
| Height Profile And Layers | 12-inch with 3 Layers | 2” Affinity layer
3″ Bio-Pur™ 7″ Bio-Core™ sag-free |
| Cover | Celliant-infused cover | Celliant helps better, cooler sleep |
| Free Trial | 100 days | |
| Warranty | 20 years | |
| Brand Reputation | Excellent | |
| Mattress Rating | 9.6/10 | |
Amerisleep AS3 has emerged as the top rated mattress for memory foam mattresses. The overall appeal of this mattress shines through with its high comfort at a relatively lower price point. We’re not saying this one’s cheap. It will easily cost more than a thousand dollars. Its value however, is in offering comfort and features comparable to higher priced mattresses.
User reviews for the AS3 are generally glowing, with more than 5,500 independent reviews (on the mattress site as well as third party sites), rating the mattress highly. It’s not just the number, but the larger consistency of high rating that makes the AS3 lead the list of top 10 most comfortable mattresses.
Another feather in the cap for Amerisleep is that the foam is (at least partially) sourced from natural, plant-based sources, giving up on memory foam’s dependence on petroleum. Additionally, this BioPur memory foam has an open cell structure, enabling the mattress to have better ventilation and thus better cooling. The structure also helps the foam go back to its original shape faster, giving the mattress a bit of a bounce, thus solving another conventional memory foam problem.
Celliant fabric cover on the mattress is expected to help you sleep faster. Apparently, Celliant helps temporarily increase local blood flow, giving the sleeper a more relaxed feeling, and allowing them to sleep faster. I’d be skeptical of such claims, but the FDA has approved Celliant for the category of medical devices and general wellness products.
| Pros | Cons |
| Excellent comfort | Poor edge support |
| Celliant fabric cover helps with a more relaxed and quicker sleep | Some off-gassing problems |
| Foam used is sourced from environmentally friendly processes |
Nectar Mattress — Comfort And Great Options
| Height Profile And Layers | 11-inch with 4 Layers | Quilted gel memory foam
Gel memory foam Adaptive memory foam Breathable base layer |
| Cover | Tencel fiber cover | Tencel helps cooler sleep |
| Free Trial | 180 days | |
| Warranty | Forever warranty | |
| Brand Reputation | Excellent | |
| Mattress Rating | 9.3/10 | |
The Nectar Mattress is an excellent mix of value and comfort. And by all indications, it seems the company stands strongly behind its product. While we mention the conservative 180 days trial period, Nectar often has a 365 days trial on offer, making your trial fairly extensive. A free pair of Nectar pillows is added with the mattress, adding further value to the product.
Nectar offers only one firmness level, which is a bit of a downside. While the mattress is rated medium-firm, many users find it in the ranks of the best firm mattress to choose. The generous layers of memory foam provide close conforming support, making this a very comfortable mattress to sleep on. To combat the sleep hot problems that would arise from these layers, the mattress is wrapped in a Tencel fabric cover.
The fabric works along with the quilted gel memory foam layer to whisk away the heat, making sure the mattress stays temperature neutral. Nectar can be used with practically all bases and bed types, which is quite a plus. Not having the company shove a box spring down your throat (and out of the pocket) is a fairly good experience. Customer reviews tend to be on the positive side for Nectar’s customer service – even those not satisfied with the mattress seem to have nothing against the customer service they received.
A company that can strongly stand behind its product, does inspire confidence in the product. We’d say the Nectar mattress has definitely profited from the company’s devotion to their product.
| Pros | Cons |
| Fairly well priced and good value | Some off-gassing |
| Excellent customer care and easy returns | Available only in one firmness level, limiting options |
| Comfortable for most body types and sleep preferences | Some lightweight side sleepers report the mattress is too firm for their taste |
Layla Sleep Memory Foam — Copper For Cooling
| Height Profile And Layers | 10-inch with 4 Layers | 3” Copper-infused memory foam
2” Support foam 4.5-inch support foam 1” Copper-infused memory foam |
| Cover | Thermogel infused cover | Helps with cooling |
| Free Trial | 120 days | |
| Warranty | Lifetime | |
| Brand Reputation | Good | |
| Mattress Rating | 9.1/10 | |
Layla’s decision to take the flippable mattress route is quite unique to most modern mattress standards. Having a mattress with two firmness options seems overkill, but Layla puts the choice directly in the hands of the customer. As you can tell by the table above, the focus is largely on maintaining a temperature neutral profile — hence the copper-infused foam and thermogel covers. Layla’s all foam construction is susceptible to heat.
Unlike regular gel foam layers, copper is present on the mattress as thin, continuous wires. Relying on the conductivity of copper, Layla mattress puts the copper-infused layers as the comfort layer towards both ends.
Layla’s 3-inch comfort layer side works as a plushier mattress and is rated medium-soft. The opposite side is plainly rated firm. Its plush side will be amazing for lightweight or average weight side sleepers, while most other sleep positions may find that the mattress does suit their style in all its flippable glory.
Customer reviews speak highly of the Layla mattress, giving it encouraging praise. Nearly 2500 reviews speak very favorably of the mattress. Due to its very construction, the mattress also works great for couples who might have very different sleep preferences. Buying twin mattresses and flipping them to preferred firmness options would be a very convenient option.
| Pros | Cons |
| Easy firmness options in a flippable mattress | Some off-gassing troubles |
| Sleeps temperature neutral | Poor edge support |
| Good for motion isolation and different sleep preferences | Firmness options limited to flipping mattress |
Check out our extensive guide for finding the best memory foam mattress.
Best Latex Mattress 2018
Zenhaven — All Natural Latex Mattress
| Height Profile And Layers | 10-inch with 4 Layers | 1.5” gentle firm Talalay latex
3” Talalay latex (N4) 3” Talalay latex (N3) 1.5” luxury plush Talalay latex |
| Cover | Organic cotton, quilted with NZ wool | Comfortable quilt packaging |
| Free Trial | 120 days | |
| Warranty | 20 years | |
| Brand Reputation | Excellent | |
| Mattress Rating | 9.5/10 | |
Zenhaven all-natural latex mattress has pretty much been a darling of most consumer and professional reviews. Combining the qualities of expensive mattresses in a relatively well-priced package, Zenhaven offers great value. Granted, the mattress isn’t exactly cheap, but then neither is natural talalay latex. As a relative price point for all natural Talalay, Zenhaven does score quite well on value for money.
Natural talalay latex is long-lasting, and has an open-cell structure that keeps it well ventilated and away from sleep hot problems. This makes the 20 year warranty fairly practicable, and you can reasonably expect the mattress to last several years. To cater to different tastes, the mattress is flippable and manages different firmness settings.
Zenhaven calls the plush side “luxury plush” while the firmer side has been named “gentle firm”. Both of these sides fall squarely into the area of medium-soft to medium-firm, covering most sleep preferences. Latex is also naturally resistant to sagging, dust-mites, and allergens. Add to that the fact that the raw materials have been sourced responsibly with minimum environmental impact, and you’ve got a winner on your hands.
Keeping up with the eco-conscious attitude, the quilted cover is made from organic cotton, and its filling comes from natural New Zealand wool. The wool works to wick away moisture and keep you warm, it also functions as a natural fire-retardant, keeping the mattress away from risky chemicals. The mattress is shipped full-size rather than compressed in a box, so you don’t have to worry about off-gassing either.
| Pros | Cons |
| Eco-conscious materials and construction | Poor edge support |
| Hypoallergenic and antimicrobial | Limited firmness options available in a single mattress |
| Free white glove delivery, fully expanded to ensure little or minimal off-gassing | The mattress is fairly heavy and difficult to move |
Plushbeds Botanical Bliss — Comfort And Luxury Abound
| Height Profile And Layers | Multiple height profiles at 9,10, and 12 inch | Talalay latex comfort layer
Natural Dunlop latex support layer Layer height dependent on chosen mattress profile |
| Cover | Organic cotton, quilted with NZ wool | Comfortable quilt packaging |
| Free Trial | 100 days | |
| Warranty | 25 years | |
| Brand Reputation | Excellent | |
| Mattress Rating | 9.3/10 | |
If options and choice are what you were looking for, Plushbeds has you covered. The Plushbeds botanical bliss comes with three firmness options (soft, medium, medium-firm) and plenty of sizes to pick from. The name Botanical Bliss is apparently a nod to the eco-friendly roots of the mattress. Presumably just to drive the point home, Plushbeds got hold of a ton of certifications. While each certification has its own special place, you can be sure that the mattress uses organic components, is responsibly sourced, and the foam in particular (and the mattress in general) are free from toxic components or chemicals.
The combination of Dunlop latex as the support layer and Talalay latex as the comfort layer makes this all-latex mattress a fairly good deal. It’s okay to depend upon Dunlop latex to hold the mattress together for years, without sagging or otherwise reducing support. Talalay does its job as the comfort layer pretty well too, staying well-ventilated and keeping the mattress temperature neutral.
An amazing property of the mattress is the customization it offers. The individual layers are available separately and can be added or removed as per convenience. So you could pretty much modify the firmness or height of your mattress as you see fit. Apart from preferences, this means you could also customize the mattress to special circumstances, like using the mattress for a very heavy person.
| Pros | Cons |
| All-natural construction with several certifications to prove responsible use | Average edge support |
| Excellent pressure relief and support, and customization options to suit requirements | Free trial users must complete a mandatory break-in period |
| Range of available options covers several mattress sizes | Expensive |
SPINDLE Natural Latex Mattress — Organic And Long-Lasting
| Height Profile And Layers | 10-inch with 3 layers | 3-inch layers of Dunlop latex placed according to firmness setting |
| Cover | Organic cotton, quilted with NZ wool | Comfortable quilt packaging |
| Free Trial | 30 days (dependent on retailer) | |
| Warranty | 10 Years | |
| Brand Reputation | Good | |
| Mattress Rating | 9/10 | |
Rather than simply shipping out mattresses with orders, Spindle tries to customize their product to meet individual user preferences. Depending on individual user preferences and how Spindle hopes to meet those requirements, the layers of latex foam are shipped in the preferred arrangement. It may be a bit of a pain, but it seems the strategy works.
Spindle has received rave reviews from users and has developed a loyal customer base. Although we do imagine there are several frustrated users as well, tired of trying to put together the layers of mattress to complete assembly. And there would be those who spent hours trying to make things work, and then found the mattress wasn’t to their liking. Yeah, as you can guess, we’re not fans of having users assemble their own mattresses, but the strategy seems to be working just fine for Spindle.
Each 3-inch layer of the mattress is made from Dunlop latex and is available in varying firmness options. The company plays around with the arrangement of these layers to create a mattress of the desired firmness. Users may employ the same strategy and perhaps customize the mattress further to their taste.
| Pros | Cons |
| Customized to individual needs | Requires assembly by user |
| Long-lasting mattress | The mattress is fairly heavy, and inexperienced users could risk damage to the mattress |
| Great for couples with different preferences | Limited for use by people with BMI lower than 31 |
Read our detailed guide on finding the best latex mattress.
Best Innerspring Mattresses 2018
Saatva — Luxury Innerspring Mattress
| Height Profile And Layers | Available in 11.5-inch and 14.5-inch variants | Coil-on-coil layers
Pillowtop Comfort layers |
| Cover | Organic cotton | Quilted with natural thistle |
| Free Trial | 120 days | |
| Warranty | 15 years | |
| Brand Reputation | Excellent | |
| Mattress Rating | 9.5/10 | |
Saatva Mattress offers good value while packed with quality. The interesting coil-on-coil system of the mattress has the bottom layer as conventional coils, topped with a layer of pocketed coils. This system keeps the goodness and bounce of coils, while doing away with the motion transfer, thanks to the layer of pocketed coils.
The mattress is designed to be eco-friendly, thanks to the use of responsibly sourced foam, recycled tempered steel for the coils, and organic cotton covers. Going by convention, these qualities would lead to a jump in prices, but the Saatva has stayed at fairly affordable levels.
Saatva mattress is available in three firmness options, Firm, Luxury Firm, and Plush Soft. Going by the naming, you can tell that the company really wants you to believe that you are buying a premium, luxury product. While the mattress isn’t exactly a luxury product, it does offer several features seen only in premium products, so they can be forgiven for pushing the narrative.
Consumer reviews of the Saatva mattress have been fairly engaging and encouraging. Third party reviews hosted on Google, for example, have the mattress rated at 4.8/5, based on more than 1500 reviews. Those numbers for best mattress reviews are stunning, to say the least, and give the Saatva Mattress the crown of being amongst the top rated mattresses of 2018.
| Pros | Cons |
| Modern touch while keeping the classic innerspring feel | Low conforming feel, even with memory foam in the comfort layer |
| Several sizes and firmness options available | Can get slightly noisy with age |
| White glove delivery across contiguous USA |
My Green Mattress Pure Echo — All Green Innerspring
| Height Profile And Layers | 9.75-inches one-sided
11-inches two-sided |
Organic cotton batting
Layers dependent on mattress side selection |
| Cover | Organic cotton | Quilted with American eco wool |
| Free Trial | 100 night | |
| Warranty | 10 years | |
| Brand Reputation | Good | |
| Mattress Rating | 9/10 | |
The Saatva makes a good attempt at being eco-friendly. My Green Mattress Pure Echo tries to match that point. Pure Echo mattress is marketed at adults as well as children, highlighting the ability to simply flip the mattress over (2-sided variant) should the children spill something on the bed. A 3-zone pocketed coil spring system keeps the innerspring mattress in shape, while padding and comfort layers come from eco wool sourced from California. The mattress claims it does not use any polyurethane foam or toxic flame retardants, thus keeping in line with its principles of staying on the eco-friendly side.
Its unique construction and choice of materials mean that the mattress has a limited reach towards consumers. However, its customer reviews have been fairly on point and people seem to be satisfied with their purchase. Pure Echo mattress is compatible with all foundations and bases, provided they offer good support, and any slats are less than 3-inches apart.
| Pros | Cons |
| Eco-friendly materials and construction | Some customers complain of the mattress eventually developing a smell |
| Comfortable to sleep | Might not be suitable for those used to foam style conforming relief |
| Triple coil system reduces motion transfer and provides good edge support | Still noticeable motion transfer |
Voila Box Coil-Spring — Careful Construction
| Height Profile And Layers | 10,11,12-inch variants | Coil and foam, customized to firmness |
| Cover | Organic cotton | Quilted with American eco wool |
| Free Trial | 100 night | |
| Warranty | 10 years | |
| Brand Reputation | Good | |
| Mattress Rating | 9/10 | |
Rounding up our list of top rated mattresses is Voila Box Coil-Spring mattress. This one is a hybrid combining the magic of innerspring, memory foam, and latex foam. Voila Box Coil-Spring Latex Hybrid mattress is available in three firmness options, with soft rated at 3.5, medium at 6, and firm at 8.5.
Available options and the clever use of innerspring and foam ensure it has one of the best mattress ratings for 2018. Voila also offers a customized firmness option, allowing consumers greater control of the comfort and firmness of their mattress. They promise to offer luxury at a good price, and manage to deliver on the promise. We guess that’s one reason it has one of the best ratings in terms of best customer reviews, including those on third-party websites.
| Pros | Cons |
| Excellent value in terms of construction quality and materials | Higher price point |
| Customized options to suit requirements | Some off-gassing, though easily managed |
| Customers report the mattress is firmer than mentioned |
Read our detailed buying guide for innerspring mattresses.
Zinus Memory Foam — Budget Option
| Height Profile And Layers | 6,8,10,12-inch variants | Memory foam, comfort foam, polyfoam layers according to height |
| Cover | Fabric | |
| Free Trial | Retailer policy | |
| Warranty | 10 years | |
| Brand Reputation | Good | |
| Mattress Rating | 8.8/10 | |
No bling, no bells and whistles, but Zinus mattresses are one of the highest selling and best-rated on Amazon. Zinus Memory Foam Green Tea mattress is a budget option, that is fairly cheaper than brand name items, and has more than 22,000 reviews, a large number of which are generally favorable. The foam is Certi-Pur certified, and the layers well arranged, so you don’t have to worry too much about quality or comfort.
| Pros | Cons |
| Budget option with quality and excellent reviews | Off-gassing is a major issue, green tea treatment somewhat ineffective |
| Several options available for height and size | Questionable longevity |
| Some users report sleep-hot issues |
Best Mattress Reviews — The Conclusion
Making a decision can be tough, even with the information of best mattress reviews in front of you. It’s only natural to want to look beyond the top rated mattresses and search for deals. Don’t forget to check out our guides for more information, and you could always use this collection of best mattresses of 2018 as a starting point to guide you in the search for a new mattress.