I spent hours looking for mattress deals and found a Zinus king bed under $250 — the lowest price we've seen

The Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress on a bed frame with a blue Tom's Guide 'price drop' badge on the bottom left

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As a mattress deals writer, I spend a lot of time researching the best discounts available. Today, I wanted to find the most exciting deal I could and I was not disappointed. Right now, a Zinus mattress is just $218 for a king on Amazon (was $325). This is the lowest price I’ve seen it on Amazon.

The Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress is a great option for side sleepers on a budget. In fact, it’s earned a place in this year’s best mattresses expert guide thanks to its excellent pressure relief and fantastic value for money. Those looking for a memory foam ‘hug’ in particular will enjoy this Green Tea infused bed.

It goes without saying that $218 for a king mattress is a great deal, and I doubt it will last long — even some of the best budget mattresses can cost upwards of $300 for a king. We've rounded up all the latest deals in the Labor Day mattress sales guide, but if you want a cheap bed, this Zinus deal is hard to beat. Here’s why I’d recommend acting fast.

Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress: king was $325 now $218 at Amazon
With a saving of over $100, this is the ideal time to snag one of our favorite memory foam mattresses for less. After testing this mattress, we found that it’s better suited for side sleepers, as the softer foams cushion the shoulders and hips to prevent aches and pains from pressure build-up. In our Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress review, we awarded 3.5 out of five stars, which is a good rating for such a budget option. The motion isolation in particular impressed us, meaning you should enjoy undisturbed sleep even if you share your bed with a restless sleeper or child. We wouldn’t recommend the Zinus for stomach sleepers as the soft foams won’t offer enough support, and we did find the mattress trapped heat. But these are common flaws in a cheap foam mattress, and with a king under $250, we can put up with some downsides. A queen is only $198 (was $219), which might not be quite as big a price drop, but still a good saving. A king for the price of $218 (was $325) is a deal I don’t typically see and one that’s likely to sell out fast. Plus you get a 10-year warranty.

Why you should buy it

Aside from getting a king mattress for a steal, the Zinus is a great option if you’re looking to upgrade your bedroom or even a guest bedroom on a budget.

This memory foam mattress has a simple build that includes five layers of green tea-infused memory foam that create a ‘marshmallow soft’ feel. Our lead tester found this relieved pressure especially well around the hips, shoulders and knees, making it a great choice for light weight side sleepers.

Its performance across other areas was admittedly mixed. Motion isolation as we said was excellent, but edge support felt weak. If you rely on the edges of your bed, consider one of the best hybrid mattresses which usually have a reinforced perimeter.

But ultimately, for the price, you’re getting a good mattress that feels comfortable and cozy.

If you want something firmer

Siena 8” Essential Mattress: king now $349 at Siena
A pressure-relieving foam mattress is what you’ll get from the Siena Essential Mattress. At a price point of $349 for a king and $279 for a queen, you can get a quality mattress at an affordable price. It has two layers, including a breathable top cover, to help you stay cool. It also has a much firmer feel than the Zinus, making it a better option for both stomach and back sleepers. This 8” low cost mattress is a great option for guest rooms — or kids and teens who are likely to outgrow their beds. With your purchase, you’ll get a 180-night sleep trial, free shipping and returns and a 10-year warranty.

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Alexis recently joined the Tom's Guide Sleep Team as a Deals Writer. She is passionate about helping others get better sleep and even more passionate about finding a great deal, whether that's on some of the top mattress brands out there like Saatva, Nectar and DreamCloud, or on leading sleep tech like smart trackers. She is an experienced writer and editor in the lifestyle industry and has worked on major UK and US publications, including Daily Mail, Space.com, and Black Women Rising Magazine.

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