What are the best mattress toppers of 2025? I'm a tester and here are my top picks

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As a sleep product tester, I know that mattress toppers can instantly change your bed's feel and extend its life, and they're a much cheaper than our picks in this year's best mattress guide. So, whether you wish your current mattress were firmer, softer, or cooler, all you need is the right mattress topper — and you'll find one in this guide.

For this 2025 guide to the best mattress toppers, our team of highly experienced mattress testers and certified sleep coaches have spent hundreds of hours testing and sleeping on every bed topper you see on this list. We've tested these memory foam and latex mattress toppers in key areas such as comfort and temperature regulation to provide you with expert advice on how to decide which bed topper to buy in this month's mattress sales.

I've rounded up some of the best mattress toppers for every type of sleep need, taking into consideration budget, sleeping position, and body type. The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt mattress topper is No 1 on this list thanks to its luxuriously plush feel. However, there are plenty more great bed toppers in this guide, and you may see some big savings on them in the upcoming Presidents' Day mattress sales this February.

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Best mattress topper overall

Our top recommendation and best choice for hip pain, too

Specifications

Price: from $319
Type: Memory foam
Best for: Side sleepers; joint pain
Depth: 3"
Sleep trial: None
Warranty: 10 years

Reasons to buy

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Luxe Tempur feel for less
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Plush cushioning for hip pain
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Great for side sleepers
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Removable, washable cover

Reasons to avoid

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Can't be returned
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Too soft for back or stomach sleepers

Quick summary

The Tempur-Adapt Mattress Topper is the best mattress topper around, offering the the signature luxe feel of a Tempur-Pedic mattresses for a fraction of the price. The Adapt topper contains 3 inches of NASA-developed Tempur material, which will mold to your shape when side sleeping and help alleviate hip pain and joint aches.

While there are plenty of other memory foam toppers that provide excellent comfort to side sleepers (such as the Lucid Gel Memory Foam Topper at #2 and the Casper Comfy Topper at #7), the Tempur-Adapt takes the No 1 spot due to its great features: hypoallergenic materials, stretchy straps to keep the topper in place, and a removable, machine-washable cover.

At MSRP, the starting price of a Tempur-Adapt is $319, while a queen size is $419. However, there's a 40% off deal on this topper that comes and goes, appearing sporadically and without warning.

If you happen to catch this discount, the starting price becomes $191.40 and a queen is reduced to $251. There's also a generous 10-year warranty included all year round, but be aware that this bed topper is non-returnable and no sleep trials are available.

EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels
EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels

While the absence of a sleep trial would have ordinarily knocked any other mattress topper off the top spot, the Tempur-Adapt's soothing pressure relief and cloud-like comfort outweighs any negatives. If you're a side sleeper looking to add cushioning comfort and softness to a hard mattress, I strongly recommend the Tempur-Adapt mattress topper.Read more: Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Topper review

The best cheap mattress topper

This Amazon bestseller is the best option if you want a thick mattress topper at a cheap price

Specifications

Price: From $74.99
Type: Gel-infused memory foam
Best for: Small budgets, side sleepers
Depth: 4"
Sleep trial: 30 nights
Warranty: 3 years
Shipping: Free

Reasons to buy

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Low price
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Generous thickness
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Doesn't sleep too warm

Reasons to avoid

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Cover not included
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Too squishy for some

Quick Summary

The Lucid Gel Memory Foam mattress topper is a low-budget model and an Amazon best-seller that provides a thick bed surface with decent cooling at a lower price. While Amazon is full of cheap cooling gel mattress toppers, this is our favorite cheap bed topper thanks to its ability to transform a bed on a budget.

At 4 inches deep, there's lots of cushioning for maximum pressure relief, and it's chunky enough to mask an uncomfortable sleep surface, too. While memory foam does have a reputation for trapping heat, this budget-friendly topper features a ventilated design infused with cooling gel to keep you feeling refreshed throughout the night.

Another big draw here is the price. A queen retails for $120 (based on the 4-inch, no-cover version), which is over $130 cheaper than a discounted queen-size Tempur-Adapt (#1). Since multiple retailers sell it, you'll be able to shop around for a good deal, too. If you buy directly from Lucid (which we recommend) you'll get a 30-night sleep trial, a 3-year warranty, and free shipping. Plus, Lucid has a habit of throwing 30% off flash sales every so often, which brings a queen-size down from $119.99 down to $84.

EXPERT VERDICT
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EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels

Mattress toppers can be expensive, especially if you're looking for a quick stopgap to fix an older mattress while saving up for a new one. This is where the Lucid 4" Memory Foam Topper comes in handy. At a lower price, even at full retail, you can add comfort to a hard or aging mattress without having to spend a small fortune.Read more: Lucid Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper review

The best luxury mattress topper

Our favorite memory foam mattress topper for providing luxury comfort at a lower price

Specifications

Price: From $195
Type: High-density memory foam
Best for: Side sleepers; pressure relief
Depth: 1.5"
Sleep trial: 180 nights
Warranty: 1 year
Shipping: Free

Reasons to buy

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An affordable way to sleep on a Saatva
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Great for side sleeping
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Comes with a 180-night trial

Reasons to avoid

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Cover is spot-clean only
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Prone to shifting, despite straps

Quick Summary

The Saatva Foam Mattress Topper is the brand's least expensive topper, making it the quickest way to add the premium brand's signature luxury to your bed. It's also the thinnest in Saatva's topper line with a 1.5-inch profile, but its high-dense foam makes up for its slim build by providing ample cushioning for people who otherwise like the feel of their mattress. This high-density foam topper has a medium-firm feel to gently cradle your body.

While there are plenty of other luxury mattress toppers in this guide (such as the Naturepedic at #10), the Saatva High Density Foam Topper is the best luxury topper thanks to it's relative affordability. It's a great choice if you want a taste of Saatva's signature luxury comfort at a fraction of the cost of its full-fledged mattresses, as queen size retails at $295 ($150 cheaper than a queen Saatva Graphite at #5 and a whopping $456 cheaper than a queen Naturepedic Adagio). You also can take your time trying it out, as it comes with a 180-night sleep trial. However, discounts are virtually non-existent on this topper (as with all of Saatva's mattress toppers), so you're unlikely to find them in the Saatva mattress sales.

EXPERT VERDICT
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EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels

While we always reccomend choosing a topper that's at least 2 inches thick, the Saatva High Density Foam Topper makes up for its relatively thin frame by using ultra-cushioning, ultra-dense foam. It's also one of the cheapest ways to experience Saatva's trademark luxury, and side sleepers will be able to overlook the minor faults thanks to the deep pressure relief it provides.

Read more: Saatva Foam Mattress Topper review

Best cooling mattress topper

An excellent bed topper for hot sleepers or for keeping cool during warm weather

Specifications

Price: From $179.99
Type: Copper-infused memory foam
Best for: Hot sleepers, side sleepers
Depth: 3"
Sleep trial: 30 nights
Warranty: 5 years
Shipping: Free

Reasons to buy

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7-zoned design for targeted support
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Excellent temperature regulation
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Will suit most side and back sleepers

Reasons to avoid

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No washable cover
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May be too soft for some

Quick Summary

We named the CopperWELL as the best cooling mattress topper after we scored this cooling copper-infused memory foam topper 5 out of 5 in the temperature regulation department. To put that award into context, the other cooling mattress topper (#6) in this guide only got 4 out of 5 in that department. While testing the CopperWELL, we never felt any trapped heat (usually associated with memory foam) and the copper has anti-microbial properties, so it's also a great choice for those with allergies.

The medium-firm sleep feel should suit a wide array of sleepers, but we found it to be most comfortable for side sleeping. However, if you want a cooling mattress topper with a good amount of firmness for back and front sleepers, we recommend checking out the ViscoSoft Active Cooling Mattress Topper at #6.

That said, the CopperWELL is cheaper than the Active Cooling Topper; a queen CopperWELL is priced at $249.99 at MSRP, while a queen Active Cooling is $299.95 when discounted. While for the price you would expect a cover, Molecule justifies its lack of a cover by suggesting one would prevent sleepers from fully experiencing the zoned support and airflow benefits.

EXPERT VERDICT
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EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels

While discounts on this topper are rare, the CopperWELL is still the top choice if you're looking for an easy, cost-effective way to cool down your bed. Its copper-infused foam offers a heat-dissipating, antimicrobial feel while its open-cell design adds breathability to a stuffy mattress. Plus, its seven-zone design means it's perfect for side-sleeping hot sleepers looking for cooling pressure relief. Read more: Molecule CopperWELL Mattress Topper review

The best mattress topper for back pain

This supportive mattress topper will alleviate lower back pain and keep you cool

Specifications

Price: From $245
Type: Memory foam
Best for: Back sleepers, hot sleepers
Depth: 3"
Sleep trial: 180 nights
Warranty: 1 year
Shipping: Free

Reasons to buy

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Soothing support for back sleepers
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Excellent cooling capabilities
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Anchor bands keep things in place

Reasons to avoid

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Too soft for some front sleepers
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Cover is spot clean only

Quick Summary

The Saatva Graphite Mattress Topper is our top recommendation for back sleepers who need medium-firm support. It includes 3" of body hugging foam for a soothing feel when sleeping on your back or side, while the graphite infusion provides a cooling touch. The organic cotton cover also provides extra breathability and features anchor straps to keep the topper from shifting.

Sitting in the premium price bracket, a queen is typically priced at $445. Saatva toppers aren't usually discounted, but it's worth checking before you buy, just in case. When it comes to extras, there's a 180-night home trial – the longest of any brand on this list. On the other hand, it's only backed by a 1-year limited warranty, which is very short considering the premium price tag.

EXPERT VERDICT
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EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels

The Saatva Graphite Topper is ideal for back sleepers and those suffering with lower back pain thanks to its soothing support and its crowd-pleasing medium-firm feel. A major plus is its temperature regulation, with the graphite infusion and breathable organic cotton cover providing a refreshingly cool sleep. As with the High Density Foam Topper at #3, there's never a discount on this cooling mattress topper.Read more: Saatva Graphite mattress topper review

The best firm mattress topper

The perfect mattress topper for making a too-soft bed feel firmer - and cooler

Specifications

Price: From $269.95
Type: Copper-infused memory foam
Best for: Hot sleepers, back sleepers
Depth: 4"
Sleep trial: 90 nights
Warranty: 5 years
Shipping: Free

Reasons to buy

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Impressive cooling
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Cover is washable, comes in 2 colors
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Great support for back sleepers

Reasons to avoid

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Frequently out of stock
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A bit firm for lighter side sleepers

Quick summary

If you want to make your mattress firmer and supportive, the ViscoSoft Active cooling topper is the best option. This 4-inch thick, medium-firm option offers gentle pressure relief alongside more solid support, and it's perfect for back sleepers. As you'd guess from the name, it also offers good temperature regulation. Although the phase-change cover wasn't cold-to-the-touch for us, the copper-infused foam kept our testers comfortably cool on even the warmest nights.

Officially, there's no trial period for this topper, although if you buy direct from ViscoSoft, there's a 90-day money-back guarantee, during which time the brand will refund you if you're not satisfied with your purchase. You'll also get a 5-year warranty. Price-wise, this is the most expensive of ViscoSoft's topper line-up, with a queen going for $399.95 at MSRP. However, there's a 25% of evergreen deal on toppers at ViscoSoft, which regularly takes a queen size down to $299.95.

EXPERT VERDICT
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EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels

A great choice if you dislike a sink-in soft bed and want to make it less stuffy, the Active Cooling Topper will add both firmness and decent temperature control to your mattress. While it can be hard to find certain sizes due to frequent unavailability, it's worth the money if you manage to get your hands on one.Read more: Viscosoft Active Cooling Mattress Topper review

The best mattress topper for side sleepers

A memory foam mattress topper that cradles side sleepers

Specifications

Price: From $199
Type: Memory Foam
Best for: Side sleepers, hot sleepers
Depth: 3"
Sleep trial: 30 nights
Warranty: 5 years
Shipping: Free

Reasons to buy

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Cloud-like comfort
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Excellent temperature regulation
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Great for side sleepers

Reasons to avoid

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Too soft for back and front sleepers
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Cover isn't machine washable

Quick summary

A favorite among side sleepers, the Casper Comfy Mattress Topper is the perfect way to add some softness to a hard bed. This 3" tall topper topper is luxuriously cushiony and it feels like adding a giant pillow to your bed, thanks to its body-cradling top layer of foam and a supportive layer on the bottom. Its perforated foam design also means it sleeps incredibly cool for a memory foam mattress topper that isn't billed as cooling, making it a cheaper and cooler alternative to the Tempur-Adapt (#1)

Price-wise, we're at the lower end of mid-range here. Casper sales and deals aren't super common, but you can often catch a 10% or 20% discount at the brand from time to time. It's also available at Target and you can often save big when buying the topper from Amazon. However, if you want to be certain that you'll get a 30-night trial and 5-year warranty, buy directly from Casper, where a queen typically costs $299 at full retail price or $269.10 when on sale.

EXPERT VERDICT
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EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels

The Casper Comfy Topper is ideal if your current mattress is too firm, or if your dorm bed feels too hard. The temperature regulation is a huge bonus, too, with a ventilated design keeping you cool. I recommend shopping around for this topper, as there are some pretty good deals to catch at both Casper and Amazon. Read more: Casper Comfy Mattress Topper review

Best memory foam mattress topper

A customizable memory foam mattress topper to make beds softer or firmer

Specifications

Price: From $238
Type: Memory Foam
Best for: Side sleepers, back sleepers
Depth: 2.5"
Sleep trial: 101 nights
Warranty: Lifetime
Shipping: Free

Reasons to buy

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Available in soft or firm
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Backed by a lifetime warranty
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Stays in place, even if you fidget a lot

Reasons to avoid

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Too soft for heavier sleepers
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Traps heat 

Quick summary

The Puffy Deluxe is our top choice for best memory foam topper as it's the only memory foam bed topper in this guide that comes with two adjustable firmness options (soft or firm), so this 2.5" mattress topper is perfect for providing customized comfort. This gives you a little more freedom in adjusting your bed feel so you can make it cozier or more supportive as needed. Plus, good news if you deal with allergies — this topper comes with a hypoallergenic bamboo rayon/polyester cover you can throw in the washing machine.

Puffy includes a 101-night trial and a lifetime warranty with its mattresses — and offers those same extras with its mattress toppers. Sleep companies usually truncate the warranty and trial periods for their toppers, so it's nice to see Puffy go against the norm. (No other topper on this list comes with a lifetime warranty, either.)

EXPERT VERDICT
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EXPERT VERDICT
Frances Daniels

Choose the Puffy Deluxe Topper if you want to customize your firmness feel and add a signature hug of memory foam to your mattress. However, as it sleeps warm, I suggest hot sleepers should either choose the Casper Comfy Topper at #7 or add a cooling mattress protector. Read more: Puffy Deluxe Mattress Topper review