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Amazon offers plenty of discounts on a variety of mattresses, so we're sharing the six best mattresses to buy on Amazon, as tested by members of our expert sleep team.
One top-rated bed from the retail giant is the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid, which earned a spot in our best mattresses of 2026 guide. Purchasing a mattress like this from Amazon allows you to grab the retailer's perks: low-cost deals, speedy shipping, and plenty of customer reviews.
1. The best mattress on Amazon overall
The DreamCloud Classic Hybrid is our favorite mattress-in-a- box for its trifecta of comfort, build quality, and value for money. It sports a more luxe appearance with a new cooling cover, and offers full-body support and cushioned pressure relief.
Although DreamCloud rates this a firm mattress, our testing panel found it closer to medium in our DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress review. We found it's cushioning pillow top is best for side and back sleeping, while front sleepers can check out the memory foam version of this mattress.
However, we detected noticeable motion transfer in both our objective and real-world tests. This may not be an issue for solo sleepers or those who aren't easily disturbed, but an all-foam mattress like the Nectar Classic [#4] does a better job of absorbing movement if you share a bed with a restless partner.
Minor flaws aside, the DreamCloud is a great option for anyone looking to buy an Amazon mattress with brand-name recognition. Not to mention, the build quality is excellent — you'd never guess it arrived vacuum-sealed in a box.
What our testers like about it...
✅ Deep pressure relief (with quick recovery): The DreamCloud Classic responds to movement almost instantly so you don't feel stuck.
✅ Improved edge support: While the sides and foot of the bed compress significantly, they remain supportive enough that our testers didn't feel at risk of rolling off during our edge support tests.
✅ Excellent value for money: If you want a hotel bed but don't want to spend a fortune, this is the mattress for you. (And it comes with a lifetime warranty.)
What our testers don't like about it...
❌ Noticeable movement transfer: Proceed with caution if you're a light sleeper who shares a bed with a squirmy partner or an enthusiastic pet.
❌ Not for very hot sleepers: if you deal with severe night sweats, you'll need something with more cooling power, such as the CopperFlex Pro [#4].
2. The best cheap mattress on Amazon
While you'll never pay more than $400 for a queen (and you'll usually pay significantly less than that), the EGOHOME Black 12" Mattress is still a well-made mattress that offers plenty of comfort and support for all sleep positions.
During our EGOHOME Black 12" Memory Foam Mattress, our side-sleeping tester felt the comfort foam mold to her shoulders while the support foams kept her hips and lower back in alignment. Despite not feeling as plush as a typical memory foam mattress, there was still plenty of comfort.
Despite its promised temperature regulation, we found this all-foam often felt stuffy in hot weather. (The Nectar at #6 is a better option if you want an affordable all-foam bed that's not too stuffy.) On the other hand, the EGOHOME has some of the strongest edges and support we've experienced in a low-budget bed.
What our testers like about it...
✅ Just-right comfort and support: We found the EGOHOME Black to be comfortable and supportive in every sleep position.
✅ Excellent edge support: Nobody likes to feel like they're in danger of rolling off the edge of the bed, but this is another area in which the EGOHOME triumphed.
✅ Won't break the bank: The EGOHOME is a reliable memory foam mattress for shoppers with smaller budgets — and it punches above its budget price bracket.
What our testers don't like about it...
❌ Poor temperature regulation: The EGOHOME Black promises plenty of heat-regulating prowess but fails to deliver.
❌ Not very plush: Despite its sink-in comfort, the EGOHOME Black doesn't feel plush or cushioning.
3. The best cooling memory foam mattress on Amazon
The Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Pro is one of the most affordable cooling mattresses out there — and also one of the best we've ever tried thanks to a heat-dissipating GlacioTex cover and copper-infused foams. Those materials helped our tester stay comfortable during a heatwave.
In our Brooklyn Bedding CopperFlex Pro Mattress review, the CopperFlex Pro, our lead tester could barely feel her three-year-old nephew wriggling around next to her during a sleepover. She found that she could sleep right up to the bed’s edge while feeling adequately supported.
However, the 14” height could pose a problem for those with mobility issues who need to place both feet on the ground before standing (unless you can lower your bed frame, that is.) Also, if you're a stomach sleeper, you'll likely find it too plush. (Try The Plank Firm at #5 instead).
What our testers like about it...
✅ Supports combination sleepers: Side sleepers will appreciate the cushioning of the pillow top for sensitive joints; back sleepers will feel adequately supported, too.
✅ Enhanced lower back support: The placement of the zoned coil system provides enhanced lumbar support, which you'll often find in the best mattresses for back pain.
✅ Specialist cooling: GlacioTex material and copper-infused foams are specialist cooling technologies more commonly found in more expensive cooling mattresses.
What our testers don't like about it...
❌ Too plush for heavier bodies and front sleepers: Stomach sleepers and those of an above-average weight will be better off on something firmer. (Try The Plank Firm.)
❌ Lacks handles for rotating: We recommend rotating pillow-top mattresses every 3-6 months, but at 14" tall and weighing up to 120lbs, the CopperFlex Pro is cumbersome to maneuver without handles.
4. The mattress for side sleeping on Amazon
This is the best mattress for side sleepers you can buy — on Amazon or anywhere else. The Helix Midnight Luxe impressed our testers with its ample pressure relief and exceptional support, and it even helped some of them alleviate their nagging aches and pains.
The plush pillow top eases pressure from around the shoulders, hips, and knees. Our main tester, Nicola Appleton, deals with 'dead hip' when she's on her side for too long — but she didn't have that problem during her Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress review.
For additional lumbar support, consider adding the ErgoAlign comfort layer upgrade. Tester Alison Barretta slept on this version of the Helix Midnight Luxe and woke up without lower back pain — and, more remarkably, she slept on her back, which surprised her as a natural side sleeper.
We found little fault with this premium hybrid mattress. If you often sleep on your front, you'll find it too plush. Also, if you're a very hot sleeper, consider adding the cooling cover upgrade. (The CopperFlex Pro above is another excellent option at a much lower price.)
What our testers like about it...
✅ Superb pressure relief: Our side-sleeping lead tester didn't experience the 'dead hip' she's otherwise prone to.
✅ Little motion transfer: Good news for couples — the Midnight Luxe does an excellent job of isolating movement, especially for a hybrid.
✅ Not just for side sleepers: The balanced comfort is a huge benefit for combination side/back sleepers, as well as couples with differing sleep styles.
What our testers don't like about it...
❌ Not great for side sleeping: Even though the ErgoAlign layer upgrade adds mid-section support, but even that might not be enough. Speaking of which...
❌ It's expensive — especially with upgrades: We'd sooner recommend the DreamCloud (#1) or CopperFlex Pro (#3) if you're a side sleeper on a smaller budget.
5. Best Amazon mattress for stomach sleepers
We consider the Plank Firm the best mattress for stomach sleepers. It has a flippable design (you can choose between a firm or extra-firm feel) and, at under $1,000 for a queen, the Plank Firm is an excellent value — especially when you consider that you're essentially getting to mattresses in one.
These ultra-dense foams yield very little pressure relief. It'll be enough for stomach sleepers and even some back sleepers. Side sleepers, on the other hand, will find it too unyielding and should look for something more balanced, like the Nectar Classic [#6].
Edge-to-edge support is outstanding; we could use every inch of the bed with no problem in our Plank Firm Mattress review. If you sleep warm, consider upgrading to the cooling cover. As it is, the Plank Firm is prone to trapping heat.
What our testers like about it...
✅ It's ultra-firm: If you've wanted to try a Japanese floor mattress but aren't quite ready to give up on a traditional Western sleep setup, the Plank Firm will deliver a similar experience. (The Plank Firm is inspired by Japanese-style futons.)
✅ Super sturdy edges: The Plank Firm is as firm at its sides as it is in the middle. Even if you spread out at night or sit on the edge of your bed to get up or down, you won't sink.
✅ You have options: Want it firmer (or slightly softer)? Simply flip this mattress over to get the level of support you want.
What our testers don't like about it...
❌ It lacks handles: For a flippable mattress, this is a glaring miss. You'll need to find a way to grip it when you're turning it around or over.
❌ Not for hot sleepers; A downside to using such dense foams is the amount of heat buildup. Upgrading to a cooling cover can help offset this, however.
6. The best mattress for back sleepers on Amazon
As you would expect from one of the best memory foam mattresses on the market, the Nectar Classic offers full-body support at a lower mid-range price for all sleep positions (particularly back sleepers).
Those who share a bed can be reassured that the Nectar does an excellent job of absorbing motion — we awarded it a very strong 4.5 out of 5 stars in our tests. We were also impressed by the temperature regulation, with the Nectar sleeping cooler than many of its all-foam rivals.
Support around the edge of the mattress could be better, but the Nectar Classic is still one of the best mattresses for couples, especially for its perma-sale price of $649 for a queen and lifetime warranty. (It costs the same as the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid at #1, which also has a forever warranty.)
What our testers like about it...
✅ Superb motion isolation: The density of the foams isolates motion across the surface of the mattress very well. This means that you're unlikely to be disturbed by your partner tossing and turning in the night.
✅ Suits all sleepers: Couples often have different sleep needs, which makes mattress shopping tricky. Thankfully, we found the Nectar to be comfortable and supportive for all sleep positions.
✅ Good temperature regulation: For a memory foam mattress, the Nectar Classic doesn't retain a whole lot of heat. The cool-touch cover is soft and soothing, which helps.
What our testers don't like about it...
❌ Firmer than advertised: We rate it as 7/10 for firmness, making it a comfortable and responsive mattress, but there are plusher options out there.
❌ Edge support could be better: To be fair, this is fairly common for an all-foam mattress. For bed sharers, this could be offset by going up a mattress size (if you can).
7. The best mattress under $300 at Amazon
This is our favorite cheap mattress for guest rooms and kids' beds. It comes in five heights; we tested the 10" version for our Linenspa Hybrid Memory Foam Mattress review, which is at the minimum height we recommend for most adults. (You can size up to a 12" or go as low as 5".)
Unlike most hybrids, which use individually-wraped springs in their support core, Linenspa uses Bonnell coils — typically used in lower-cost innerspring mattresses. This gives it a responsive surface, but the thin foams don't do much to absorb movement.
At this price point, you're making some concessions. It's not built for long-term heavy use, and it may take up to three days for it to fully take shape (as was our experience). On the other hand, if you need a mattress for a short-term situation, the price is just right.
It's a regular Amazon best-seller, as well, with over 211,000 customer reviews — most of them 5-star.
What our testers like about it...
✅ Great for kids: The level of support here is enough to support growing bodies — and you don't have to spend a lot, either.
✅ Supportive for smaller adults: We found the 10" Linenspa mattress best suited for lightweight sleepers (under 130lbs). It's firm without being unyielding.
✅ Very affordable: Whether you need a mattress for a guest room or a college dorm, you don't have to worry about splashing too much cash.
What our testers don't like about it...
❌ Not for couples: Unless you and your partner are very deep sleepers, the motion transfer will be enough to annoy yourselves awake. The DreamCloud (#1) would be a marked upgrade from this.
❌ Limited stock: Larger sizes in particular are sold out at Amazon. You may be waiting a while for stock to replenish.
Amazon mattress FAQs
Is the Big Spring Sale a good time to buy an Amazon mattress?
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The Amazon Big Spring Sale runs from March 25–31, 2026. This major sales event features discounts on seasonal items such as apparel, running shoes, lawn and garden supplies, and home goods.
Like the Prime Day sales that run later in the year, Amazon-brand devices are also marked down.
But what about mattresses? During last year's Big Spring Sale, Amazon cut prices on budget beds, including those from major labels such as Sealy and Casper, and we're luckily seeing the same this year, making it a great opportunity to buy a mattress for a college dorm or guest room at a low price.
We also see competing sales from other retailers, as well as from mattress brands looking to entice customers to buy directly from them rather than through Amazon. (In terms of aftercare, buying straight from the source is usually the better option.)
How much should I spend on an Amazon mattress?
Amazon offers a variety of mattresses at different price points. Multiple product pages and different depth options make comparing prices tricky, but you can expect to pay around $300 for a 10-inch thick queen size (the minimum thickness we'd recommend for an average-weight adult).
Mattress sales are highly competitive in general, but Amazon isn't the best place to find them, because the ticket prices are so low to begin with. There are sometimes see further discounts on the mattresses, but no real pattern as to when they'll arise.
If you are determined to find a discount, Prime Day is perhaps your best hope (more on that in the next section), or Memorial Day sales at the end of May.
Is Prime Day a good time to buy an Amazon mattress?
It can be, particularly among older or discontinued models. Every year, we see plenty of incredible Amazon Prime Day deals, and while mattresses haven't always been among them, price drops from brands such as Siena and Casper are becoming the norm.
This 2-day deals extravaganza for Amazon Prime members (or those using the free trial) typically takes place sometime in July. Over the past few years, genuinely good Prime Day mattress deals have mostly been on cheaper mattresses, mattress toppers and bedding.
Last year several bigger brands, such as Helix and Tempur-Pedic, ran their own 'Prime Time' rival deals to coincide with Amazon's event.
Will I get a sleep trial on Amazon?
Major brands (like Nectar or Saatva) understand the risk that goes into purchasing a bed online, which is why they offer generous months-long trial periods and seamless return policies.
However, when these major mattress brands sell on Amazon, it's not always clear whether perks like year-long trials and free returns apply (figuring out how to return a mattress to Amazon can be far from simple). That's why we'd recommend buying directly from the brand, if that's an option.
Check the Warranty and Support section of the mattress listing on Amazon or contact the manufacturer directly to learn what their trial and return policies are if you purchase from Amazon (or any third-party seller). For cheap options that are only available via Amazon, you might need to accept that good aftercare is something you'll have to sacrifice for that lower price point.
Does Amazon make its own mattress?
Yes, Amazon does have its own mattress line, and it falls into the Amazon Basics store. Here, you'll find very affordable foam and hybrid models. Browse the full Amazon mattress range here.
Should you buy a mattress from Amazon?
There are various pros and cons that come with buying a mattress from Amazon.
Firstly, the convenience of choosing from Amazon makes it a hassle-free experience, where you’re able to compare many options from many different brands. You can also expect some good discounts on Amazon, sometimes even better than the manufacturer of the mattress.
However, shopping from Amazon will make it unlikely you can enjoy manufacturer benefits like warranty, free shipping and returns, white-glove delivery, and a sleep trial.
When is the best time to buy a mattress from Amazon?
There are always mattress discounts on Amazon, but you can expect nominally better prices in the Amazon Prime Day mattress deals. However, most of the good deals will be focused on sleep accessories, rather than actual mattresses.
To ensure you’re getting the best deal you can use Camel Camel Camel, an Amazon price tracker. This browser extension will show you the price history of the products so you can compare previous deals and sales. Alongside this, you should always check the Amazon price against competitor websites that stock the mattress, as well as directly from the manufacturer.
