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The Folding Mattress My Overnight Guests Love
by Christine Cyr Clisset
Ditch your air mattress for an affordable, tri-fold foam mattress that overnight guests will adore (and thank you for).
The Best Mattresses for Stomach Sleepers
by Joanne Chen
We like these six medium-firm mattresses best for stomach-sleepers because they’ll support and cushion your midsection while still aligning your spine.
The Best Mattresses for Back Pain
by Joanne Chen
There is no actual “best” mattress for back-pain sufferers, though one that feels medium-firm to you is likely to be the best choice. We have six to recommend.
The Best Innerspring Mattresses
by Joanne Chen
Shopping for mattresses can be a nightmare, and searching specifically for an innerspring model is its own special hell. Let us help.
The Best Memory Foam Mattresses You Can Buy Online
by Joanne Chen
We’ve slept on and group-tested dozens of mattresses, reported on their components, interviewed experts, and determined the best for every budget.
50(ish) Splurge-Worthy Wirecutter Picks to Upgrade Your Bedroom
by Gabriella DePinho
On the hunt for a timeless bed frame or luxe linen sheets? Here’s a selection of our favorite investment pieces to jazz up your sleeping space.
The Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers
by Joanne Chen
If you regularly sleep on your side, you’ll likely want a cushy mattress that aligns your spine and offers good support. These are our favorites.
The Best Mattresses for 2023
by Joanne Chen
The perfect mattress is highly individual. We’ve researched and tested dozens of mattresses, in a range of prices, to help you find your best night’s sleep.
I’ve Never Slept Better Than on a Japanese Futon
by Courtney Schley
One of the editors on the Wirecutter sleep team has tested dozens of mattresses, but she still misses her Japanese futon.
How to Choose a Mattress
by Joanne Chen
We’ve collected all our big-picture mattress-buying advice to help you find a bed you’ll happily sleep on for years.
Shopping for a Mattress? Avoid These 8 Sales Traps.
by Joanne Chen
We spoke to mattress sellers and business experts to learn tips to help you navigate the tricky business of buying a new bed.
The Best Cheap Mattresses (Under $500)
by Caira Blackwell
It takes some effort, but you can find a decent, comfortable mattress that won’t break the bank. Here are four we recommend.
The Best Hybrid Mattresses
by Joanne Chen
Part coil, part foam, hybrid mattresses have a range of feels. Here are our favorites, plus what you need to know to find one that’s right for you.
Sleep Number Mattresses: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
We take a real-world look at the advantages and disadvantages of owning a Sleep Number adjustable mattress, plus note our own experience sleeping on one.
The Best Mattress Toppers
by Alex Arpaia and Daniela Gorny
After 300 hours sleeping on 17 models, we’ve chosen four memory-foam, latex, and fiber-filled mattress toppers that we think will work for most sleepers.
The Best Air Mattress
by Courtney Schley and Alex Arpaia
Don’t settle for a leaky air mattress. After testing dozens, we think the SoundAsleep Dream Series is the most comfortable and durable bed for your guests.
Saatva Mattress Reviews: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
Saatva offers innerspring, memory-foam, hybrid, latex, adjustable air, and children’s mattresses. We recommend the Saatva Classic, Loom & Leaf, and Zenhaven.
Upgrades to Make a Sleeper Sofa Worth Sleeping On
by Harry Sawyers
Sleeping on a sofa bed doesn’t have to be a nightmare.
The Best Mattresses for Back Sleepers
by Joanne Chen
If you prefer to sleep on your back, you’ll probably want a medium-firm mattress to align your spine and keep your shoulders, hips, and lower back comfortable.
Leesa Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
Leesa offers four mattresses: the foam-on-coil Leesa Legend and Leesa Hybrid, and the all-foam Leesa and Leesa Studio. After testing, we like the Hybrid.
Tuft & Needle Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen and Justin Redman
If you’re considering a Tuft & Needle, here’s what you should know about its Original, Mint, and Hybrid mattresses.
Helix Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
Helix offers a large line of 14 mattresses. We think the Helix Plus is worth considering.
Nectar Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Justin Redman
Nectar’s all-foam mattresses are softer than competitors and come with a standout return policy. But durability could be a concern.
Casper Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
Casper now offers eight beds, which range in price, comfort, and construction. Here’s what you should know if you’re considering a Casper mattress.
Purple Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
Purple’s gridded, jiggly foam may feel weird to many people. We recommend trying the mattresses in person before you buy.
What to Know About Mattress Types
by Joanne Chen
Here’s what you need to know about spring, foam, and hybrid mattresses—and which type will work best for you.
Tempur-Pedic Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
Considering a Tempur-Pedic mattress? Here’s everything you should know about the brand’s hybrid and memory-foam beds (and the one we think is worth the money).
8 Ways to Avoid Buying a Bad Mattress
by Joanne Chen
If you want to take advantage of Presidents’ Day mattress sales, here are eight pitfalls to avoid so you can buy a mattress you’ll happily sleep on for years.