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Two mattress testers sit on the Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Hybrid mattress on a bed frame in a warmly lit room.
The 5 best mattresses we've tested and rate above all others for super-comfy sleep Make 2026 the year you take your sleep seriously. Browse our guide to the 5 best mattresses for your needs and budget, based on our in-depth testing and hands-on experience.
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Find your ideal bed with our free Sleep Concierge 'mattress finder' service — picks from our experts Need a new mattress, pillow or bedding set but unsure where to start? Answer these six simple questions and our Sleep Concierge team will send you recommendations unique to you
Tom's Guide Sleep Editor Nicola Appleton sleeps on the Helix Midnight Luxe, a mattress she still rates as the best mattress for side sleepers after sleeping on it for two years and re-testing it three times. Here Nicola is dressed in bed socks, a gingham shirt, black dungarees, and is lying with her head on a white pillow. Blue text containing the word 'Tested' wraps around all sides of the photo, with a Tom's Guide Sleep Week 2026 badge overlaid in the bottom left hand corner.
Why the Helix Midnight Luxe is still my go-to bed for side sleepers two years after testing it I've slept on the Helix Midnight Luxe for the past two years and have have tested it three times. Here's why I think it's still the best mattress for side sleepers that you can buy today.
A woman dressed in a blue night shirt sleeps peacefully on her partner's chest, as he sleeps with his head on a stone colored bed pillow. In the top left hand corner is a blue Tom's Guide Sleep Awareness Week 2026 logo.
Sleep Awareness Week 2026 is here — and the '7:1 Rule' is the sleep hack you need to know Our central hub for Sleep Awareness Week 2026 features expert interviews, the latest longevity science, and the top-rated tech to help you master your sleep regularity and live longer.
Composite image of the Siena 10" Signature, EGOHOME Black 12" Memory Foam, Nectar Classic, Bear Original and DreamCloud Classic mattresses
5 lesser-known mattress brands that deliver hotel comfort on a budget – under $300 for a queen Not in the market for a premium mattress? Try the five budget and mid-range beds our testers loved instead

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Sleeping Duck Mach II mattress with branding on the side

Sleeping Duck Mach II review: the most customisable mattress yet

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated

Editor's Choice

With several customisable foam options to choose from, this well-made mattress will go the distance.

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A girl in black and white pyjamas laying on her front on Saatva Classic mattress in sleep studio with blue walls and green plant next to bed

Overheating at night? The coolest beds I've slept on all have this one killer feature

By Eve Davies published

Are you a hot sleeper looking for a new mattress? Here's why you should go hybrid

Mattresses
A college of four images of women laying on cooling mattress on their side in sleep studio with blue walls and plants

4 cooling features to look for in side sleeper mattresses

By Eve Davies published

I test beds for a living and these are the essential features for cooling mattresses tailored to side sleepers

Mattresses
A menopausal woman with blonde hair sitting up in bed with hand over forehead

My mom needs a new mattress for menopause — experts reveal the features she should look for

By Eve Davies published

Goodbye hot flashes and restless nights! Here are the 5 things experts recommend looking for in a mattress for menopause

Mattresses
On the left, an overhead shot of a person using their laptop while sitting on their bed, a phone to one side. On the right, two mattress testers sitting on top of a mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, discussing the comfort and quality

The 7 tricks mattress brands use to get you to buy — and what to look for instead

By Frances Daniels published

These seven mattress buzzwords may seem impressive to shoppers, but mattress testers like me know to look for these features instead...

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Origin Hybrid Mattress in lifestyle setting

Origin Hybrid Mattress review

By Lucy Scotting published

Recommended

Offering firm support for back and stomach sleepers, the Origin Hybrid mattress holds its own as a great budget alternative to pricy competitors.

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A mattress in a hotel made up with pillow and sheets, with folded towels and a breakfast tray on top of the bed

I learned the surprising reason why hotels use white sheets — and I'm never buying colorful bedding again

By Ruth Jones published

White bedding isn't just boring — these practical and elegant sheet sets are a must in hotels. Here's why I'm adding them to my own home.

Pillows & Bedding
A composite image of the Tempur-Adapt mattress topper, Saaatva Classic mattress and Coop Sleep Goods Ultra Tech Waterproof mattress protector

Do you need a mattress topper, protector or a new bed? 5 questions to ask yourself before investing in better sleep

By Jo Plumridge published

What's the best solution if you're struggling with your sleep? Here's what you need to know before you buy.

Mattresses
On the left, an image of a young women checking her bed sheets and mattress for any sigs of bed bugs. On the right, a close up of bed bugs in a mattress

3 signs there are bed bugs in your dorm room mattress — and how to get rid of them

By Ruth Jones last updated

Dorm rooms can be a haven for bed bugs with visitors arriving from across the U.S. but with these tips, you can stay pest free.

Mattress Care
An image of a living room with a Murphy Bed, the bed is currently folded down and on the right side of the room, with a chair to the left side and a dining area at the back of the room

What type of mattress do you need for a Murphy bed? How to choose the right one

By Ashley Zlatopolsky published

A Murphy bed stores vertically when not in use. Buying the right mattress is essential to help save on space.

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