The Loom & Leaf Mattress from Saatva is an all-foam bed with above-average support. With higher quality construction than many competing foam beds, the durability of this model justifies the higher price tag. The Layla Memory Foam Mattress has an innovative flippable design, quality construction, and competitive price-point compared to other foam beds we’ve tested. The two-sided construction offers a medium (4 out of 10) firmness on one side and a firm (7) feel on the other. We recommend the bed, especially the softer side, for people who need ample pressure relief for sensitive joints.

All that knowledge has come through, because this is a really excellent mattress. Our lead tester found it made their body feel light, comfortable, and supported from head to toe, and that it left them feeling refreshed in the morning. At 20cm tall, the Levitex mattress is on the thin side, but it feels feel is far more luxurious than it looks – the sleep surface is soothingly soft and plush. Unlike the Emma, it doesn't trap body heat, either.

Most of the best memory foam mattresses isolate motion well, but the Hypnia Supreme Memory mattress really stands out in this area. In our review, all the members of our review panel commented on how well this mattress absorbed movements, which makes it a great choice for couples, and especially if one of you is a light sleeper or you have different wake-sleep schedules. There's a lot to be said for memory foam mattresses, and most sleepers will get on perfectly well with them. Certainly if you're used to traditional sprung mattresses, the gently enveloping hug of memory foam can feel a little disconcerting at first, but it's worth getting used to; you'll get much better pressure relief and body contouring, and if you suffer from sore joints or other aches and pains you should soon feel the benefits.

A breathable cover made from a Celliant and polyester blend encases the mattress. During testing, the top memory foam layer evenly contoured to our testers’ bodies to relieve pressure-prone areas. The graphite and gel infusions in this layer are meant to conduct heat away from the body and dissipate it to keep you cool. Underneath is a layer of responsive polyfoam that evenly distributed weight and kept the spine aligned during our tests. The support core features high-density polyfoam, providing stability and limiting excessive sinkage. There's also minimal motion transfer, which is good news for couples, and while the Nectar isn't specifically a cooling mattress it nevertheless provides decent temperature regulation thanks to a cooling cover and gel memory foam. The only real disappointments were its strong off-gassing smell that took a few days to clear completely, and poor edge support that could be problematic if you're sharing a bed. The GravityLux by WinkBeds is a memory foam mattress that comes in three firmness levels: medium soft (4), medium (5), and firm (8). Our testers found that the bed optimizes comfort for many body types and sleep positions regardless of firmness level, which should suit couples with different preferences. All-foam mattresses have an adaptive feel that’s often great at relieving pressure, but they can also retain too much heat for some people. The Silk & Snow Mattress uses cooling infusions meant to absorb and dissipate excess body heat, earning it higher-than-average marks in our temperature neutrality tests. Most online mattress brands offer free ground delivery, where the mattress is vacuum-sealed in a box and shipped directly to your doorstep. Foam beds tend to be the lightest, but in our experience it’s best to have at least one other person or moving equipment to help you move the box.Once it’s inside, you’ll need to unbox and unwrap the mattress, then allow it to fully expand — this may take up to 24 hours. Your memory foam mattress may give off a “foamy” odor for the first few days after unboxing, but the smells eventually dissipate. If you’re sensitive to smells, adding airflow with windows and fans can usually help the smell dissipate faster. Some brands offer White Glove delivery for an extra fee, which includes full setup and removal of your old mattress. What Does a Memory Foam Mattress Feel Like? Beyond the heat issue, there are other reasons why memory foam might not be the right choice for everyone. If you sleep on your stomach, many memory foam mattresses won't give you enough support, while if you're a combination sleeper who changes position a lot in the night, you may find that memory foam hug to be just a little too restrictive. And if you're of heavier weight, you could find that you sink too deeply into the foam and end up with too much pressure on your joints. If you’re a fan of memory foam mattresses, you have plenty of options to choose from when shopping for a new bed. Based on our in-house testing, we found that the Nectar Premier stands apart from the competition for its balance of support and contouring, quality construction, and approachable price-point.