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Two members of the Tom's Guide sleep team smile at each other while standing either side of a stack of the best mattresses we've tested in 2026, including Saatva, DreamCloud, Helix and Nectar
We’ve tested over 145 mattresses — these are the 6 best beds for most people We’ve tested over 140 mattresses and have never slept better than we have on these 6 – meet the best mattresses of 2026, from the Saatva Classic to the Helix Midnight Luxe
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.
Today's best value Labor Day mattress sales: Top deals on mattresses, bedding and sleep tech from $14 I'm tracking today's Labor Day sleep and mattress sales — these are the best mattresses, bedding and sleep tech deals to get ready for fall
Two mattress testers talk while sitting on top of a cream and gold Saatva mattress, which is a placed on a white bed frame within a neutrally decorated bedroom. Inset, a sale tag reads 'TG price drop'
The Saatva Classic is the best mattress we've ever tested, now $400 off in today's Labor Day mattress sales If you're looking for the gold standard of sleep comfort in the Labor Day sales, the Saatva Classic is the mattress we recommend to practically every type of sleeper — now $400 off all sizes with our exclusive deal access.
A split screen of the Nectar Premier and the SweetNight CoolNest mattresses being lab-tested.
Our mattress test results are in: This $360 bed beats a $999 rival at relieving pain for side sleepers Can a budget bed really out-perform a mid-range mattress? I've tested both the Nectar Premier and SweetNight CoolNest, and here's how they compare in terms of side sleeping appeal
Two women sit on top of a navy blue mattress, which is placed on a white bed frame inside a neutrally decorated bedroom. Inset, a sales ticket reads 'TG price drop'
3 luxury mattresses I've tested that are worth their premium price tag in the Labor Day sales You don't have to spend a fortune on a mattress to get a great night's sleep, but a healthy budget certainly helps. These are the 3 luxury Labor Day mattresses I've tested that are worth their premium price tag.

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A collage of images of cooling mattresses. A deals badge is seen in the bottom right foreground.

Labor Day sales are in full swing — hot sleepers can save up to $1,028 on cooling mattresses tested and approved by our expert team

By Frances Daniels Published

The Labor Day sales are here and it's your chance to grab a cooling mattress for under $400 — plus, save up to $1,028 on our all-time favorite bed for hot sleepers

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The DreamCloud Softer Topper on a mattress, with a corner lifted to show the mattress beneath

DreamCloud Softer Mattress Topper review: Soothes hip and shoulder pain, even on the firmest mattresses

By Ruth Jones Published

Recommended

I slept on the DreamCloud Softer Mattress topper — can it turn my firm bed into a mattress for side sleepers? Here's my honest review.

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Yellowing pillowcase

I brought my yellowed pillowcases back to bright white using a simple 2-ingredient soak

By Kaycee Hill Published

Restore yellowed white pillowcases with a hot water, baking soda, and vinegar soak that strips body oils for a bright, like-new finish.

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Pillows & Bedding
Helix Down & Feather Pillow on a grey couch with bright green cushions.

I slept on the Helix Down & Feather Pillow for 3 months and love its cool feel and cradling neck support, but one type of sleeper should give it a major swerve

By Frances Daniels Published

Recommended

This luxury hotel-style pillow is soft, breathable and on sale for Labor Day. Here's what I discovered during testing, and who I do and don't recommend it to

Pillows & Bedding
Mattress testers Ruth Jones and Nicola Appleton sit on the Helix Sunset Luxe mattress on a bed frame in the Tom's Guide Sleep Lab. A Tom's Guide Price Drop deals graphic in the top right corner

The Helix Sunset Luxe is the softest side sleeper mattress I’ve slept on — why I’d buy it at up to $749 off this Labor Day

By Frances Daniels Published

The Helix Sunset Luxe mattress is ideal for side sleepers who want plush cushioning, and the premium hybrid is now 25% off in the early Labor Day sales

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Two mattress testers sit on the Saatva Classic mattress on a bed frame in the TOm's Guide sleep studio

How long does a Saatva mattress last? What we've discovered from 5+ years of testing

By Ruth Jones Published

Before you buy a mattress in the Saatva Labor Day sales, read this guide to understand how long you can expect your new bed to be delivering comfort.

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A collage of a comforters being tested as per our testing methodology.

The best comforters of 2026: Rated by our bedding experts

By Frances Daniels Published

We've selected some of the best comforters to suit every sleeper, season and budget right now.

Pillows & Bedding
The Saatva Classic photographed on a white wooden bedframe in a blue bedroom surrounded by tall green house plants and a bookcase shelving unit containing pillows, blankets and books

The best mattress for back pain 2026: Reviewed and approved by sleep experts

By Nicola Appleton Last updated

Say goodbye to unpleasant evenings and tired mornings with the best mattresses for back pain, according to our hands-on testing and lab data.

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A collage of images against a blue background saying 'tested'. On the left, a Saatva Classic mattress in the Tom's Guide Sleep Lab. Top right, a hand pressing into the surface of the Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid. Bottom right, a close up of the foot of the Saatva Latex Hybrid mattress.

The best Saatva mattresses in 2026: Tested and approved by sleep experts

By Claire Davies (CSSC) Last updated

Find the bed of your dreams with our honest guide to the best Saatva mattresses, based on hands-on testing by sleep experts and data-driven results.

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A Sleep Number ComfortNext Lux mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom. A blue border surrounds the image and there's a Tom's Guide Price Drop deals graphic in the bottom right corner

'The best sleep I've ever had' — save on a smart mattress in the Sleep Number Labor Day sale

By Ruth Jones Published

Sleep Number's Labor Day sale is underway and with up to $1,239.75 off the ComfortNext Lux smart bed, it's one of the biggest sales of the year.

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