The best value Labor Day mattress sales: Chosen by experts

A collage of images, showing mattresses being tested. In the top left, two members of the Tom's Guide sleep team sit on the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress. Top right, a mattress tester places her hands on the Saatva Classic. Bottom left, a mattress tester sits on the Nectar Classic. Bottom right, two women un-box a rolled up mattress in a box. — We're tracking the best deals in the Labor Day mattress sales, with savings up to 66% off (Image credit: Future)

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The Labor Day mattress sales have finished, but we'll keep tracking the top deals on the best beds every month. Many of the best mattresses we've tested are discounted throughout the year, and then there's always a chance that a flash sale from favorite sleep brands like Helix or Saatva could drop.

The standout savings from this year's Labor Day sales undoubtedly include the $400 off all sizes of the Saatva Classic, which brought a queen down to $1,829 from $2,229. Then there was the return of Bear's 40% off deal, which came with free pillows. Then there was a whopping up to $519 off the Purple Plus, a mattress we love for its joint pain relief.

The next major mattress deals event is the Black Friday mattress sales in November but until then we'll be tracking all the last offers in our mattress sales guide. That's where we'll be dropping the latest deals from the brands we love, as and when they happen.

Labor Day mattress sales 2026: The best extended deals at a glance

Labor Day is over, but the best of the mattress sales are live (for now). That including some of our favorite beds that came out on top during our lab studio mattress testing. We've cherry picked the below sales on mattresses our team has tested and recommend:

Saatva Classic – best overall: From $1,049 (was $1,449) at Saatva
Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress – dorm room savior: From $173 at Amazon
Helix Midnight Luxe – best for side sleepers: From $1,119 (was $1,492) at Helix
DreamCloud Classic – best value: From $429 (was $1,346) at DreamCloud
Bear Elite Hybrid – best cooling: From $1,298 (was $1,998.80) at Bear
Brooklyn Bedding Copperflex Pro – best value cooling: From $652 (was $932) at Brooklyn Bedding
Tempur-Pedic Tempur Cloud and smart base – best bundle deal: From $1,718.40 (was $2,598) at Tempur-Pedic
Avocado Green – best organic: From $1,279 (was $1,599) at Avocado
Purple Plus - best for joint pain relief: From $1,280 (was $1,599) at Purple

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The below deals are the best savings on the mattresses we’ve rigorously tested and personally recommend. We’re currently testing the Leesa Original, Leesa Studio, DreamCloud Premier Memory Foam and Brooklyn Bedding Copperflex Essential and will report back on whether we recommend buying these beds in the sales.

Labor Day mattress sales 2026: The best deals — still live

The Labor Day mattress deals we recommend range from $190 to $1,900 for a queen
These are the beds that offer the best value for money based on our rigorous testing
As well as our scoring highly in our extensive tests, the below beds are from brands we know and trust

The Saatva Classic scored an unprecedented 5 stars in our review, hitting all the right notes for comfort and support for practically every type of sleeper. Our semi-exclusive sale access unlocks $400 off all sizes of the Classic in the current Saatva mattress sale, taking a queen down to $1,829 from $2,229. While that is an excellent deal, we have tracked a small MSRP increase on the classic since the last Saatva Labor Day sale, when it was priced at $2,139 at full MSRP. Still $400 is the best deal you'll get on the best hybrid mattress we've tested.

Our Saatva Classic mattress review: ★★★★★
User score: ★★★★★

If it's a form bed you're after, we've spotted that a twin Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam has dropped down to $133.55 from $175.41 at Amazon, which is an excellent price on one of our favorite memory foam mattresses. It's not a Labor Day deal as such, but it is a great time-limited saving on a budget-friendly that you'll get in time for the holidays. If it's a queen size you're after, you might be better off waiting this sale out as we have seen prices go as low as $162. After testing this mattress we found it best suited side sleepers, thanks to the softer foam cushions the shoulders and hips to soothe aches and pains.

Our Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress review: ★★★½
User score: ★★★★

The DreamCloud Classic is our top-rated mattress in a box, a luxury-style hybrid that punches well above its $699 queen price tag. Granted, this is a sale we see throughout most of the year but it's still an excellent deal on a well-made bed. With its full-body support, soothing pressure relief and breathable build, we particularly recommend it to side sleepers looking for reliable temperature regulation. Plus, it comes with excellent benefits, including a 365 night sleep trial and forever warranty.

Our DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½

The Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress has been designed and constructed specifically with side sleepers in mind, and it doesn't disappoint. After testing and re-testing this luxury mattress, it continues to take the top spot in our guide to the best mattress for side sleepers. The plush pillow top provides ample pressure relief around the shoulders and hips, but those who prefer a more responsive sleep surface might prefer the Saatva at #1. There was 27% off for Memorial Day, which was a slightly better deal. Still, 25% off beats the standard 20% off Helix mattress sale.

Our Helix Midnight Luxe mattress review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½ (8,800+ reviews)

The image shows a woman diving onto a white pillow top mattress with blue trim. The mattress is on a white bed frame in a blue bedroom.

Nicola Appleton

I've tested the Helix Midnight Luxe on and off for two years, and I'm yet to find another mattress that so perfectly contours around my hips and shoulders when on my side and comfortably supports my lumbar when back sleeping. 25% off is a decent deal and translates to a saving of up to $749, which is unlikely to return again until Black Friday in November.

If this summer's heatwaves have been a punish for your sleep, it might be time to invest in a specialist cooling bed. The Bear Elite Hybrid aced our temperature regulation tests to earn it top place in our guide to the best cooling mattresses. You would have got 40% off yesterday, but that's crept back up to 35% off today. That takes a queen down to $1,484.60 from 2,284. You'll get two free pillows and a mattress protector. Our testing data found the Elite Hybrid effectively shed excess heat to make stuffy, sweaty nights a thing of the past. Like the Saatva, it comes in three firmness levels.

Our Bear Elite Hybrid mattress review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½

The Nectar Premier is voted the best memory foam mattress by our testers, thanks to the body-hugging comfort it delivers to side sleepers. Nectar mattress sales are regular, but even so, a queen mattress under $1,000 is an excellent deal for a bestseller from one of the biggest bed-in-a-box brands in America. Also, expect Nectar's generous benefits, including a 365-night sleep trial and a lifetime warranty.

Our Nectar Premier Memory Foam mattress review: ★★★½
User score: ★★★★½ (54,300+ reviews)

The EGOHOME's 12" Memory Foam Mattress impressed us with its consistent pressure relief for side and back sleepers, making it a top choice for people who want reliable support without breaking the bank. EGOHOME has its own sale, but the best deal can be found at Amazon, where a queen is $329.99. Take note that you won't get a sleep trial so if a testing period is important to you and you don't mind paying a bit more, head direct to EGOHOME.

Our EGOHOME 12" Black Memory Foam mattress review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½ (1,500+ reviews)

Frances Daniels

For almost a year, I tested the EGOHOME Black 12" Memory Foam Mattress, a cheap but high-quality all-foam bed with plenty of medium-firm support and comfort. A queen is now down to $341.10 with code LABOR10, but my advice is to upgrade to the cooling cover, which may take the price of a queen to $401.10 but counteracts any heat build-up (plus you can choose your own firmness level!)

Purple mattresses are known for their GelFlex Grid, a layer of high-tech hyper-elastic polymer that conforms to the body to deliver targeted pressure relief. The result? A unique sleep feel that our testers found helped alleviate joint pain. You can save up to $519 on this premium bed, which pushes a queen down to $1,680 from $2,099. Purple mattress sales are tricky to predict but this is the best deal we've tracked in months.

Our PurplePlus Mattress review: ★★★★½
User score: ★★★★½

Ruth Jones

As a stomach sleeper, it's hard to find a mattress that delivers the support I need to prevent back ache. The Plank Firm mattress does all that and more, as this super firm bed lifts and aligns my spine so I'm supported all night long. 30% matches the lowest price I've tracked on this bed all year, making now an excellent time to buy.

As one of the best organic mattresses on the market, the flagship Avocado Green is built for providing comfort that's kind to your sleep position as well as the planet. Our reviewers found that the breathable organic materials sleeps incredibly cool, making this bed safe for hot sleepers. While not a plus-sized bed per se, it's still one of the best mattresses for heavier people thanks to its weight capacity. Now 20%, the Avocado Green also comes with a 25-year warranty and one-year sleep trial.

Our Avocado Green mattress review: ★★★★½
User score: ★★★★½ (19,500+ reviews)

Labor Day mattress sales 2026: Pillow deals — still live

With its plush an responsive feel, the Purple Harmony Pillow is ideal for combo sleepers who like to switch sleep positions at night. It's made from breathable latex and the brand's signature Grid Gel-Flex technology for neck and head support. It comes in three different heights (chose medium or tall if you're a combo or side sleeper and low if you sleep on your stomach). Which ever loft you pick, you can buy a standard size for $194 (was 4229) and get a 1-year warranty and 30-night sleep trial.

Our Purple Harmony Pillow review: ★★★★½
User score: ★★★★★ (14,000+ reviews)

The Casper Hybrid Pillow's "Snow Technology" is perfect for hot sleepers, with our testers praising the pillow for staying cool all night. Its also durable, maintaining its shape over time, and provides enough support to prevent aches and pains. Now 10% off, a standard size is $161.10 in a single pack. However, you can save 20% when you spring for the double-pack of Casper Hybrid Pillows, with two pillows costing $286.40. Benefits include a 1-year warranty and 30-day returns.

Our Casper Hybrid Snow Pillow review:★★★★½
User score: ★★★½ (360+ reviews)

Labor Day mattress sales 2026: Topper deals — still live

A pillow top mattress topper, the Hybrid Lux features a half-foam, half-pillow design. On top is a breathable Tencel pillow for a quilted, luxury-hotel surface, while underneath is a 3" slab of foam that's comfortable and supportive enough for both side and back sleepers. Now 25% off, a queen is reduced to $199.95 (was $199.95) and comes with a 90-night sleep trial and 5-year warranty, too.

Our ViscoSoft Hybrid Luxe Mattress Topper review: ★★★★½
User score: ★★★★½ (2,300+ reviews)

While we tested the 4" version (which we think is excellent for side sleepers), you can get this gel-infused memory foam mattress topper in a 2" or 3" height (the thinner, the cheaper). While the cooling gel version is fresh out, you can still choose between a Bamboo Charcoal option or a Lavender option. Either way, a queen 4" memory foam mattress topper is $90 (was $119.99), with your discount automatically added to cart. Extras include a 30-night sleep trial and a 3-year warranty.

Our Lucid Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper review: ★★★★½
User score: ★★★★½ (80+ reviews)

Labor Day mattress sales 2026: Sunrise alarm deals — still live

We think the Philips SmartSleep and Wake-Up Light has arguably the best sunrise simulation of any smart alarm we've ever tested, mimicking natural morning light exceptionally well. It also has good-quality gentle sounds and a wind down feature for the evenings. Yes, it has a higher price tag than some sunrise alarms, but we think it's worth the premium price. Besides, it's now 20% off at Amazon, taking over $35 off the MSRP.

Our Philips SmartSleep and Wake-Up Light review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½ (1,270+ reviews)

We love the Hatch Restore 3, but we think the Dreamegg is a worthy dupe. Its perfect for anyone looking for a cheaper Hatch alterative as it offers a wake-up and night light while doubling as a sleep sound machine. Yes, you do have to forgo Bluetooth connectivity and a large sound library, but it's now priced at $62.99 at Walmart (was $105.99) and has a stylish design that's perfect for shoppers looking to stretch their dollars.

Our Dreamegg sunrise alarm clock review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½ (170 reviews)

Labor Day mattress sales 2026: Weighted blanket deals — still live

Labor Day mattress sales 2026: Bed sheet deals — still live

How to choose a mattress in the Labor Day sales

There are a few things to take into consideration when it comes to learning how to choose a mattress that suits your sleep needs and preferences.

Before you get lured in with big dollar-off discounts or free gifts, Tom's Guide's Senior Sleep Editor and Certified Sleep Science Coach Claire Davies recommends you ask yourself these questions first:

What is your budget?
What mattress size do you need?
What position do you sleep in? (Side, back, stomach or combination)
What mattress firmness do you like? (Soft, medium or firm)
Do you sleep solo or bed share?
Do you overheat during sleep?
Do you have any physical aches and pains that wake you up?

My number one Labor Day mattress shopping tip...

Tom's Guide sleep writer Frances Daniels unboxes the Helix Twilight mattress, which is on sale for Sleep Week — (Image credit: Getty Images)

My Labor Day shopping advice? If you need something now, don't wait around for Black Friday. This is my 4th year tracking mattress sale events, and most sales nowadays are on par with the Black Friday deals. So, take advantage of the last sale of the summer.

Frances Daniels, Senior Staff Sleep Writer

The answer to those questions are the key to finding a mattress that you'll sleep comfortably on for years to come.

For example, hot sleepers should opt for a mattress that is rated highly for its cooling capabilities. Meanwhile, most couples will require a bed with strong motion isolation, which means that any movement from your partner will be effectively dampened before it disturbs you.

For me personally, pressure relief for my side sleeping position and lumbar support for my ongoing back pain are my biggest sleep considerations, which is why the Helix Midnight Luxe is my top choice — it delivers on both and to a very high standard.

Regardless of which bed you opt for, don't forget to check the mattress warranty and the sleep trial before you complete your purchase. The industry average is a 10-year warranty and a 100-night sleep trial. These two factors offer peace of mind and help you find the mattress that's just right for you.

FAQs

When do the Labor Day mattress sales start?

The Labor Day mattress sales tend to start around mid-to-late August. At this point (early September), with less than one week until Labor Day itself, all the major sales are live, so you don't need to wait for the holiday itself to score a new bed for less.

The Labor Day sales usually wrap up pretty swiftly after the day itself, so we don't advise leaving it too late to shop. Most brands will have wrapped up their deals by the early hours of September 8th, which could mean missing out on your preferred saving.

Two testers unbox the Helix Dawn hybrid mattress. — (Image credit: Future)

Is Labor Day a good time to buy a mattress?

Yes, Labor Day has become one of the best times to buy a mattress and in 2025 we saw deals to rival the Black Friday mattress sales. This year the savings are off to a good start, with price drops from Saatva and Helix equivalent to the deals we spotted over Memorial Day.

Labor Day is the last major sale day before Black Friday in November and it marks the end of the summer mattress 'lull' — the period between July 4th and Labor Day when MSRPs traditionally go up and discounts slow down.

Are mattress sales better on Labor Day or Black Friday?

Black Friday has always been the biggest day in the mattress sales calendar and you can traditionally rely on it to bring major discounts from many of our favorite brands.

However, Labor Day has become a strong competitor. In 2025, we saw many of the Labor Day mattress deals echoed on Black Friday, including offers such as $400 off when you spend $1,000 at Saatva.

Two women sit on the Saatva Classic mattress in a bedroom. they're looking at the mattress trying to decide if this is the right one for their sleep needs — (Image credit: Future)

Black Friday does have the advantage of breadth: almost every retailer and brand launches a Black Friday sale, meaning you have your pick of the litter when choosing a mattress.

But being the smaller sale can also work in Labor Day's advantage — you can avoid the stress of the Black Friday rush.

Where to find the best Labor Day mattress sales

Labor Day has become a major mattress sales event so you can expect to find a range of discounts both in-store and online. We predict the biggest and best sales will be from online mattress retailers, taking advantage of the lack of brick and mortar store to pass the savings onto you.

We typically recommend shopping direct from the brand, as this is where you'll often find the best extras: sleep trial, mattress warranty, any free gifts etc. Brands such as Saatva, Purple, Helix, Brooklyn Bedding and Casper have all impressed us with their online sales during previous Labor Day events.

A woman sits on the side of the Helix Dawn mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, testing the edge support — (Image credit: Future)

However, we're also expecting sales from third-party retailers, such as Amazon, Walmart and MattressFirm. These retailers are often the best place to find super-cheap mattress deals, although you might not get the benefits listed above.

And if Labor Day 2026 echoes Labor Day 2025, we recommend keeping an eye out for hotel mattress sales — the Marriott shop is a good place to start.

Claire is a Certified Sleep Science Coach, the Managing Editor of Sleep at Tom's Guide, and a senior health journalist with over 16 years product review experience. Claire oversees our rigorous mattress testing procedures and our sleep buying guides. She is connected to a wealth of globally renowned sleep experts including mattress designers, neuroscientists, and board-certified doctors. Claire is certified to advise people on how to choose products that suit their individual sleep needs, and to help them create a nighttime routine and bedroom environment for better sleep. Previously, Claire worked at T3 and TechRadar, testing the latest wellness products and sleep tech.

With contributions from

Nicola Appleton Sleep Editor
Frances Daniels Senior Sleep Staff Writer