Best Mattress For Combination Sleepers

One of the key pieces of information any potential shopper needs to know before buying a new mattress is their sleeping position, whether they’re a side sleeper, back sleeper, or stomach sleeper.

But what about people who are combination sleepers?

A combination sleeper shifts between 2 to 3 sleep positions each night— they need a mattress that can adjust to each sleep position without losing support.

In this article, we share our best mattresses for combination sleepers and include a comprehensive guide on what to look for in a mattress for combination sleepers.

The construction of the Amerisleep AS3 creates an ideal blend of comfort and support for combination sleepers. The AS3 is the medium mattress in Amerisleep’s collection. It provides a balanced response to a sleeper who shifts positions for long periods of sleep.

Amerisleep offers a 20-year warranty— the first 10 years include replacement of your mattress under covered damages. The second decade of the warranty offers a prorated replacement. The warranty also covers sagging in the mattress past an inch.

The Amerisleep AS3 offers a 100-night sleep trial. This means you can feel comfortable ordering the mattress online and trying it out for the first time at home without risk. If you’re unsatisfied with the AS3 after a month, you can contact Amerisleep for a refund.

How Lying Down Feels

The AS3 is a responsive medium mattress feel, the ideal firmness for many combination sleepers. What gives the AS3 an edge over many other medium beds is its special targeted support that creates variable firmness across the mattress. By feeling soft and firm as needed, a combo sleeper is less likely to wake up with aches and pains.

While being a combination sleeper who sleeps hot as well can be a bit much for one mattress, purchasers are still overall happy:

Jami: I’m a combo back/side sleeper, and he is a side sleeper. I could’ve lived with the firmness, but he wanted it softer. We were both waking up feeling too hot almost every night. Fortunately, AmeriSleep has wonderful customer service team that attempted to help us solve the issues

However, Tami disagreed:

As a combo sleeper, I find it easy to change positions throughout the night. In addition, I was worried about heat retention. These mattresses may be ever so slightly warmer than a conventional spring mattress, but we have no complaints or uncomfortable nights.

Laura: I talked to customer service online to figure out which one is best for us. We are combo sleepers so the AS3 was recommended and we love it! It is so comfortable! We sleep well and I rarely feel my husband tossing and turning! Thank you Amerisleep!

Inside the Mattress

The AS3’s soft, breathable cover encourages air to flow throughout the mattress so your body heat doesn’t become trapped in the mattress. Made with specialty Refresh fabric, the minerals inside the cover also take body heat and convert it into infrared energy, which can promote greater body recovery.

The 3-inch top layer of the Amerisleep AS3 is made with Amerisleep’s eco-friendly Bio-Pur® layer. This layer is plant-based, providing more breathability than traditional memory foam. Bio-Pur® is also great for sleepers sensitive to bad smells—because it’s a plant-based foam, it emits few, if any, off-gassing odors.

The advanced open-cell technology of Bio-Pur®  promotes the best airflow possible to avoid trapping body heat. Advanced open-cell technology also creates a stronger “bounce back.” This allows the Bio-Pur® layer to regain its shape quicker than traditional memory foam and assists combination sleepers who shift their bodies during sleep.

Combination sleepers need support in many areas, especially the shoulders and hips. The second layer of the AS3, the Affinity layer, features 2 inches of extra compression to balance comfort and support using HIVE® technology (Harnessing Intelligent Ventilation & Energy).

HIVE® features hexagon-shaped cutouts to provide 5-zone support, with firmer support to the head, back, and legs, and softer support to the shoulders and hips (Read more about best mattresses for hip pain here).

The 7-inch Bio-Core® is the third and final layer of the mattress. This is what supports the entire bed and ensures the mattress won’t sag.

SEE ALSO: Amerisleep Mattress Review

Read Our Full Review of the Amerisleep AS3 Mattress

Next on our list is the Zoma Start Mattress, a memory foam mattress for athletes who snore. We like the Zoma to silence snoring because it’s built with Triangulex™ technology to promote healthy sleeping positions.

The Zoma Mattress stands 11 inches tall and has three carefully-crafted layers. While the Zoma is built to feel medium, some reviews mention it feels medium-soft; so it’s on the softer side of the firmness scale.

Every Zoma mattress comes with a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty.

How Lying Down Feels

Lying down on the Zoma Start, the first thing you’ll notice is that it is highly responsive for an all-foam mattress. This is all thanks to the layer of bouncy Reactiv™ transition foam that springs back as soon as you move and offers dynamic support.

This medium mattress also offers tons of versatility for all kinds of sleepers. It is on the more supportive end of a medium feel. So it can accommodate some back sleepers and virtually all combo sleepers at once. This is perfect for combo sleepers who tend to favor their backs. It also is a good fit for those who suffer from back pain.

Some of the thousands surveyed on the Zoma Mattress had this to say:

Parth P: It is a phenomenal mattress especially for the price!

Billy K: Kind of firm waking up with shoulder pain occasionally

Xiao C: It’s of good quality overall. Came with proper packaging and easy to set up. It was a bit too soft for my back the first night, but after that I experience no back pain sleeping on it.

Inside the Mattress

The Zoma Start starts off with a cooling, ventilated cover that breathes all night to wick away heat and sweat. This cover works with the gel memory foam comfort layer to ensure your sleep surface stays cool all night. The gel memory foam also offers a high degree of compression and pressure relief to ensure you get the contouring you need.

Underneath the comfort layer, you’ll find a bouncy transition layer made of Reactiv™ foam. This layer offers buoyancy and dynamic support. It also springs back as soon as you move to ensure that the sleep surface does not have issues with body impressions or slow response time.

Finally, a layer of highly durable base foam ensures there is no sinkage in this mattress. It keeps you lifted onto the sleep surface and provides total spinal alignment. Best of all, this base foam layer increases the durability of the entire mattress.

You can expect it to fight sagging and soft spot development for at least 10 years. That means it will last just as long as many more expensive mattresses.

SEE ALSO: Zoma Mattress Review

Read Our Full Review of the Zoma Start Mattress

The Vaya Mattress is made right here in the USA with CertiPUR-US® certified foams, ensuring the highest quality for an unbeatable price. Standing at 12 inches tall and boasting a universally-appealing medium feel, the Vaya Mattress will work for almost any sleeper and any budget (Read more about the best mattresses made in the USA here).

The Vaya Mattress is backed by a 10-year warranty, plus a 100-night sleep trial so you can try out the mattress in your own home. Every mattress purchase also comes with free shipping and free returns.

How Lying Down Feels

As we noted, the Vaya officially has a medium feel. Some reviewers were surprised by just how soft this medium feel surface can be, though.

For most, it was a pleasant surprise, as they weren’t expecting such a luxurious plushness from an affordable mattress. Still, we do want to note this for combo sleepers who prefer a firmer feel.

Customers who chose the Vaya have overall been very happy. Here is what some had to say:

Karen P: Very well made mattress, and I liked the idea of the hybrid. But unfortunately, it was much to firm for me. I tried to get used to it, but my hips are just too painful.

Steven M: Mattress came right on time and is very comfortable

Lisa S: Last night was my first night sleeping on the Vaya Hybrid, and wow I’m so glad I did my research and chose this bed!!

Inside the Mattress

The top layer, called Vaya Comfort Foam, sits beneath a breathable, stretchy cover. This comfort layer is bouncy and responsive like latex, but soft and conforming like memory foam. It keeps you from sinking down and getting trapped, which can lead to pain and discomfort.

The open-cell design of the Vaya Comfort Foam also easily circulates air. So, unlike traditional memory foam, the Vaya Comfort Foam won’t trap heat.

A thick layer of Vaya Base Foam acts as a sturdy foundation. By supporting the soft layer above it, the Vaya Base Foam keeps your spine aligned and prevents pressure build-up.

SEE ALSO: Vaya Mattress Review

Combo sleepers who like to switch positions throughout the night should consider this latex hybrid from Nolah. The Natural 11 can spring back into place as soon as you move, making issues like body impressions and slow response time things of the past.

How Lying Down Feels

This mattress combines highly adaptive zoned coils and highly contouring Talalay latex to create a mattress that can conform to your body no matter which position you choose. It can also bounce right back underneath you. So if you like to change from one position to another throughout the night, you can expect it to change shape with you at your pace.

This mattress is also a great choice for hot sleepers who don’t want a bunch of synthetic infusions. Latex is naturally breathable, so it can help keep your mattress from overheating without the need for gels,  and microbeads, and other unnatural ingredients.

No matter the sleeping position, people are happy with the Vaya:

Natalie E: This Vaya mattress is amazing! It’s supportive and comfortable, just like a hug for your body! I’m looking forward to purchasing another soon!

Kristin C: This mattress is so comfortable! I had been having some pain upon waking up when using my previous mattress, but I have never experienced the pain with my new Vaya mattress.

Maxine: I have scoliosis and a job that’s very demanding on my back, and my partner has back problems from a motorcycle accident, and we both love the mattress.

Inside the Mattress

If you’re sensitive to Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) that give new mattresses that chemical smell, you need a little GOTS. The Global Organic Textile Standard covers the first two layers of this mattress: its breathable cotton cover and its natural wool fire barrier. That way, you don’t have to worry about indoor air quality or smells that can give you a headache.

The pure and natural Talalay latex layers offer you even more synthetic-free comfort. The perforated plush comfort layer provides perfect pressure relief. Meanwhile, the firmer latex transition layer balances out the comfort layer to fight sinkage and increase buoyancy.

Finally, the HDMaxTM coils bring in their own adaptability. They’re 25 percent stronger than most other coil systems. So they provide superior spinal support. They also encourage alignment because they’re arranged into three distinct zones to offer the right lift to each body area.

Combo sleepers who can’t give up the innerspring feel should check out the Saatva Classic. Unlike traditional innerspring mattresses, which are terrible for combo sleepers, this absolutely nontraditional innerspring hybrid can adapt to whatever position you choose, thanks to its adaptable dual-support core design.

How Lying Down Feels

You’ll notice the difference between the Classic and your average innerspring mattress right from the get-go. The Classic can follow the shape of your body like a regular hybrid, thanks to its combination of memory foam and pocketed coils. Yet it doesn’t lose its traditional innerspring bounce due to the open coil system underneath.

We studied hundreds of reviews of a variety of sleepers, side, back, combo sleepers and more, and most were very happy with the Nolah:

Thomas: We are both mostly side-sleepers and chose to give Nolah a trial after watching many reviews that stated it was a good match for medium to petite-build side sleepers. I dont notice too much motion when my partner moves and when I do sleep on my back its equally comfy/supportive. 

Connie H: Its bouncy compared to my old temperpedic, but in a good way. No more sitting up to turn over. It has some give when you lay down, but still feels like you are supported. Im a side sleeper, and this mattress allows me to sleep without pain on my old, rotator-cuff challenged shoulders.

Blake F: I’m an average weight side sleeper, and I could not love this bed more. Usually when I wake up, (if I wake up) the sandman is dead asleep next to me.

Inside the Mattress

The Classic starts off with a three-inch plush Euro top that provides the bulk of the pressure relief present in the mattress. Underneath, a high-density memory foam layer offers buoyancy and enhanced lumbar support. The extra support in the middle of your body can help combo sleepers alleviate back pain no matter what position they adopt.

Next, the first coil support core is made of adaptable and motion-isolating pocketed coils. This is the support layer that makes the Classic so contouring.

The open coil bottom support layer is what’s responsible for the Classic’s traditional bounce. But while innerspring mattresses that only have a single open coil support layer transfer motion, the dual-core Classic isolates it with its adaptable pocket coils.

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Spindle takes a unique approach to mattress design by shipping the mattress in layers that are then assembled at home by the customer. On the one hand, it’s more work for the customer. On the other, you get a custom-built mattress based on your comfort preferences.

Besides, many customers say that with the help of customer services and the how-to videos on Spindle’s website, it’s easy to assemble the layers to suit your preferences.

Spindle offers a 365-day comfort adjustment, which is their sleep trial period. They recommend a 60-day break-in period—if you don’t like the mattress, it can be returned. However, Spindle may also suggest changing the order of the layers to adjust the firmness level.

Spindle’s mattresses also come with a 10-year warranty that covers indentations over 0.75 inches, but it also has a 25-year comfort renewal program—you can contact Spindle and they’ll replace layers that have lost their comfort. However, the replacement layers come with a fee.

How Lying Down Feels

Because of the adjustable design to the Spindle Organic Latex Mattress, there’s no one way for the bed to feel. It can be soft or firm, depending on how you arrange the three latex layers. Regardless of firmness, the breathable latex and airy cotton and wool coverings ensure you’ll stay cool all night long.

Spindle is a medium firm mattress that has had great reviews so far as well:

Jenna H: There was no adjustment period. It was instant relief. I kept waking up, actually, because I was so comfortable.

Bassel: I am glad I have invested in this mattress. Now my back feels well supported sleeping on it after switching from a memory foam mattress. I got the medium firm mattress.

Deborah T: I love this bed. I was so worried because I couldn’t test it, but was not disappointed in anything. Lots of support with a soft top layer. Awesome.

Inside the Mattress

Spindle uses Dunlop latex that’s OEKO-TEX, GOLS, and Rainforest Alliance Certified:

• The OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification means that the entire mattress has been tested and found free of harmful levels of chemicals and emissions.
• The GOLS certification means the latex foam is at least 95 percent organic.
• The Rainforest Alliance certification has to do with the sustainability of the rubber trees where the sap for the latex is harvested.

The mattress contains three individual foam layers, with firm, medium, and soft feels. The order in which the layers are assembled affects the final firmness and feel of the mattress. In its standard order, the bed is a medium-firm mattress, but it can be firmer or softer as needed. Spindle even lets you order the layers in a certain arrangement, so the mattress arrives with your desired firmness.

Wrapped around the mattress is a zippable cotton cover with GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)-certified fibers, with wool padding underneath that’s also certified organic. These materials work to maintain a cool, cozy temperature by pulling away heat and sweat. The wool also serves as a natural flame-resistant barrier.

Sleepers who have sensitivities to microbes like mold spores and dust mites should take a look at the antimicrobial Aurora Hybrid by Brooklyn Bedding. This mattress sports copper infusions that fight tons of different microbes that cause all sorts of allergy symptoms. Copper infusions also have the added benefit of fighting overheating for a cool night’s sleep.

How Lying Down Feels

You’ll notice the contoured feel of this mattress the second you lie down on it. The copper infusions don’t mess with the adaptability of the memory foam. So you still get the full monte of contouring power.

The second thing you’ll notice is the fact that the Aurora doesn’t lose its cool feel no matter how long you sleep on it. This is because the copper infusions push heat down into the mattress and away from your body on a continuous basis.

There is nothing but praise for the Aurora by combo sleepers:

Michael P: Pretty great mattress went through a few before this all we’re med this time I got the firm and that’s what I needed combo sleeper and I run hot , this is the mattress for me.

Ryan Y: I am a combo sleeper, but primarily end up on my side. This mattress, in medium, offers the perfect level up support to relieve pressure points. Was worried the medium would be too soft, but that fear quickly went away as soon as I layed down to sleep.

Ryan D: Great pressure relief for the whole body. Wake up with less aches and pains than ever before. Very comfortable. The cooling aspect could be better… it’s cold to the touch when first entering but not much longer after that. Otherwise this is a wonderful mattress!!! Definitely recommend the softer firmness for lighter weight side/ Read more about review stating Great pressure relief for the combo sleepers.

Inside the Mattress

The first layer of the Aurora is its copper-infused comfort foam. This comfort layer is the layer that fights microbial development. The copper particles in the foam create a hostile environment for microscopic life that makes it difficult for it to thrive. So sleepers with allergies can sleep easy on this bed.

The next layer is the TitanFlexTM foam. Depending on the firmness level selected, this layer will be either soft, medium, or firm. We recommend the medium feel for combo sleepers because it will be versatile enough to handle multiple sleeping positions.

Next comes a layer of gel swirl memory foam to help increase the Aurora’s pressure relief and cooling power.

Finally, the support core of up to 1,032 AscensionTM coils is arranged into zones to ensure each body area gets the right balance of support and pressure relief to keep the spine aligned.

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Combo sleepers who want a mattress that boasts some serious durability should look into the Puffy Lux. This sturdy hybrid was built for the long haul, so you don’t have to worry about it not being able to handle your lifestyle – whether you move a lot or have kids who just won’t quit jumping on the bed.

How Lying Down Feels

Despite its toughness, the Puffy Lux offers a luxurious and comforting feel. It features multiple layers of contouring foam. So you can expect tons of pressure relief. At the same time, its robust coils and supportive transition layer keep you lifted onto the sleep surface.

The Puffy Lux also offers tons of cooling technology in the form of gel memory foam, sweat-wicking foam, and breathable pocketed coils. So you won’t ever have to worry about overheating again!

Here is what some self reported combination sleepers have to say:

T.U.: I have been sleeping on my puffy for almost a month now and it is so comfortable. I find myself wanting to go to bed early so I can just lay there enjoy the comfy feeling.

Laura B: we love our new puffy mattress! it is the second puffy we have purchased. We also love the pillows they’re the best pillows we have ever slept on.

Kelly H: We’ve had our Puffy for a month and absolutely love it! We are in our early 60’s and sleep is often challenging for various reasons. Our Puffy has helped tremendously! When one of us gets out of bed the other is not disturbed as you don’t feel their movements

Inside the Mattress

The Puffy Lux hits hard right off the bat with its zippable, stain-resistant cover. If you like to eat and drink in bed, all you have to do if you spill is unzip the cover, wash it, and slap it back on the mattress. No mess, no problem!

The next layer of the Puffy Lux is its Cooling CloudTM foam that breathes deep and pulls body heat away from you. Underneath this foam, you’ll find a plush layer of Dual Cloud foam to enhance pressure relief. The last layer of foam is the Climate ComfortTM foam. This humidity and sweat-resistant foam ensures your mattress never develops moisture buildup issues.

After all these layers of foam, you’ll find the layer of firm contour-adapt coils that keep you lifted onto the bed. These coils are surrounded on all sides by a set of high-density foam perimeter rails. These rails offer superior edge support and lasting durability. That’s why the Puffy Lux comes with a lifetime warranty!

The Bear Pro is a memory foam mattress designed to be firm, making it easier to switch sleep positions. Since every sleep position requires good back and hip support, the Bear Pro is a great choice for combination sleepers.

How Lying Down Feels

With its thermoreactive mattress cover and its dual comfort foam layers, the Bear Pro is a mattress that prioritizes coolness. The surface has a touch of pleasant firmness, so while it cushions the body it does so with minimal sinkage.

Still, some combination sleepers may prefer a softer mattress, particularly if they’re a lightweight sleeper or if they rest primarily on their sides.

Several combination sleepers have been happy with the Bear Pro, while some need the topper for help, no reviews hated it:

IA: For reference, I’m 5’7″, approx 160 lbs, and a combo side and back sleeper. It has the perfect firmness to support my back without squishing my shoulders when I’m on my side.

Anony: It is soft but firm, cool, and supportive. I had to request a mattress topper being it was too firm for my weight and I’m a side/ combination sleeper. But the topper made this amazing.

Brittany B: Perfect for back, side or stomach sleepers. I love this mattress.

Inside the Mattress

Each Bear mattress starts with a cover using FDA-determined Celliant® technology, which studies have found can promote a rejuvenating rest.

The top layer of the Bear Pro is 2 inches of copper-infused graphite memory foam, offering pressure relief and comfort with excellent cooling properties by pulling heat away from the body.

Underneath the top layer is a 1.5-inch layer of gel memory foam designed to offset heat absorption which is a problem in so many other memory foam mattresses.

The 2.5-inch transition layer is a poly-foam designed to prevent sinking and provide balanced support. Finally, the 7-inch high-density poly-foam creates a strong support structure, giving the Bear Pro its firmness— strong foam helps support sleepers as they shift their body weight.

Bear offers a 120-night sleep trial— if you aren’t satisfied with the support of the Bear Pro after a standard 30-day trial period, send it back for a full refund. They also offer a lifetime limited warranty covering physical or manufacturing flaws and any sagging of 1 inch or more.

SEE ALSO: Bear Mattress Review

The Original Purple Mattress is one of the most unique mattresses on the market today. The Purple Mattress focuses on contouring the body while creating firmness strong enough to hold up any type of weight without sagging. It’s great for combination sleepers looking to improve their sleep quality.

The Purple Mattress offers a 100-night sleep trial. This trial exists so combination sleepers can try out the mattress over a period of time without risk. If you aren’t satisfied with the mattress after 30 days, Purple® will refund you the full amount.

Purple mattresses also come with a 10-year warranty that protects against any manufacturing defects, cracking or splitting of materials, and sagging up to 1 inch.

How Lying Down Feels

The comfort layer of the Purple Mattress is a high-quality elastic foam intended to provide support while contouring to your body’s shape. By collapsing under the body’s weight and regaining its shape when weight is removed, the GelFlex Grid™ relieves pressure points without losing support.

With dozens of combo sleepers reviewing the Purple, with no major complaints:

Maricella G: Best mattress I’ve had in the US. If you want to sleep like a baby, this is the mattress for you. I would recommend it most for those who sleep on their backs. Either way it’s really comfortable and keeps you cool.

Kathleen C: I really enjoy the support of the Purple mattress. It’s alleviated some of my night time shoulder pain from sleeping on my side, and I also feel supported if I roll onto my back.

Stephanie H: Love this mattress! There were supposed to be pillows that were included but this mattress is wonderful!

Inside the Mattress

The Purple Mattress measures 9.5 inches tall and features three specific layers, starting with 2 inches of the GelFlex Grid™.

Underneath the GelFlex Grid™ are 3.5 inches of poly-foam transitional layer, providing pressure relief while aligning the spine. 4 inches of a high-density poly-foam support layer offer extra support and durability. The mattress is also covered with a durable blend of Lycra® for a soft, plush sleep surface.

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The Tuft & Needle Original mattress offers an affordable memory foam mattress for combination sleepers or anyone looking for a great mattress while on a budget. Tuft & Needle mattresses feature a special proprietary layer of foam designed specifically with pressure relief in mind. According to their official site, this special design covers the support needs of every type of sleep position.

Tuft & Needle offers a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty. This covers both manufacturing and material defects of every aspect of the mattress, including each foam layer and the mattress cover.

How Lying Down Feels

Overall, the original Tuft & Needle is considered to have a lightly firm surface. This medium to medium-firm feel can be good for combination sleepers who prefer feeling supported. However, combination sleepers who enjoy a touch more softness may want to try the Mint mattress from T & N.

Overall, people liked the Tuft & Needle, but many did note various support issues:

Molly D: Sometimes I feel it’s too firm when I’m on my side and I wish my arms/shoulders would sink into it a little more – they fall asleep if I don’t curl up just right.

Colton P: No enough support, wife and I both experienced back and neck after switching to this mattress.

Deborah B: Bought this mattress for my son, who is now having a good night’s sleep! He said it is medium firm and so far, likes the level of firmness. 

Inside the Mattress

Each mattress starts with a polyester polyamide blend cover designed for durability first and airflow second. This is great for combination sleepers who regularly shift positions throughout the night— the material holds up to tossing and turning and a sleeper’s shifting body weight over time.

The comfort layer of T&N’s Adaptive® foam includes a combination of graphite and cooling gel to dissipate heat. It’s also built to avoid the overly soft and sinking feeling of traditional memory foam. A 7-inch layer of high-density poly-foam support gives the mattress a firm base and provides the overall shape of the bed.

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Best Mattresses for Combination Sleepers Comparisons And Highlights

Considerations Before Buying A Mattress

Before choosing your best mattress, keep the following factors in mind— mattress type, sleep position, body weight, budget, and possible sleep trials, warranties, and return policies. Considering these factors beforehand will narrow down mattress options and determine the best choice.

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Types of Mattresses

Since combination sleepers switch between sleep positions, a mattress that can adjust to shifting weight for consistent comfort and support is the best choice. Each mattress type offers its own set of benefits and drawbacks— be sure to examine each type to determine which is best for you.

Memory Foam Mattresses

Memory foam mattresses offer body contouring and pressure point relief. A memory foam mattress contains a memory foam comfort layer and a high-density poly-foam support layer. The downside of memory foam is its heat retention properties; however, this can easily be avoided through cooling features incorporated into the foam, like gel, copper, and graphite.

Latex Mattresses

Latex is made from the sap of rubber trees, then whipped up into foam. Latex replicates many of the support and comfort functions of memory foam, including body contouring and pressure point relief. Unlike traditional memory foam, latex mattresses naturally sleep cooler.

Innerspring Mattresses

Innerspring mattresses contain coil springs with a thin comfort layer. These “traditional” mattresses can provide great support and very strong airflow through their open structure. However, innerspring beds are known for creating pressure points.

Hybrid Mattresses

Hybrid mattresses combine attributes of memory foam and innerspring beds, and therefore they come with both the benefits and drawbacks of each mattress type. A hybrid mattress may offer pressure relief and better cooling, but this type of bed also has a higher risk of pressure buildup and overheating. A true hybrid mattress should contain the gentle contouring of memory foam and the support of pocketed coils.

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Sleeping Position

Combination sleepers switch between two to three sleep positions each night. Because of this, it can be hard to choose a comfortable mattress. If you know you’re prone to particular positions, try to match the support features for each of these sleep styles with your mattress selection.

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Side Sleeping

Side sleeping is one of the most common and most popular sleep positions. Side sleepers typically breathe better at night and place less pressure on their vital organs, but they also face more pressure on their shoulders and hips. The best mattress for side sleepers is medium-soft to medium-firm mattresses.

Back Sleeping

Back sleepers are able to better align their spines because their backs come into direct contact with the sleep surface. Back sleepers can breathe better in this position but are at greater risk of developing sleep apnea due to the collapse of soft tissue from weakened muscles and gravity. Back sleepers need a medium to firm mattress to evenly support their bodies with a slight sinking of the hips to align the spine. “Back sleeping also puts the least amount of pressure on the shoulders, hips, and knees which may be the most comfortable position if you have had an injury or surgery,” says Dr. Bhavik Sheth, Physical Therapist.

Stomach Sleeping

Stomach sleeping is the least common sleep position and comes with the most health risks. “Sleeping on the stomach for long periods of time places more stress on the lower back from the combined force of gravity and weight forcing the spine to arch at the lower back. It can also cause neck pain from rotating the head to the end range of motion to breathe,” says Dr.Bhavik Sheth, Physical Therapist. Stomach sleepers should look for a medium-firm to extra firm mattress.

This is the best mattress for stomach sleepers because the level of firmness will help keep the body on top of the sleep surface and avoid deep sinkage, which could cause discomfort and further exacerbate any health issues.

Body Weight

Always consider your current body weight when buying a new mattress. Weight is divided into three categories:

• Lightweight: less than 130 pounds
• Average Weight: 130 to 230 pounds
• Heavyweight: 230 pounds or more

Body weight affects a bed’s support. A lightweight, side sleeper may find a medium-firm mattress too hard because it’s not soft enough to allow the body to slightly sink into the mattress to relieve pressure points.

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Budget

Setting a budget will help you in finding a quality mattress without breaking the bank. The average price of a good-quality mattress is between $1,500 to $2,000, depending on the type of mattress. Latex and hybrid beds cost more (latex because of its all-natural materials, and hybrids because of the number of materials the bed contains).

Where you buy a mattress also influences how much you pay. Generally, an online mattress is less expensive because web-based mattress brands have fewer overhead costs to meet.

Sleep Trials, Warranties, and Return Policies

Sleep trials, mattress warranties, and return policies are features offered by mattress companies as assurances to their customers that their product is high-quality and long-lasting. Always read through the fine print for each policy before committing to a mattress.

Sleep Trials

A sleep trial allows customers to try out a new mattress within the comfort of their own home, without pressure to buy. Sleep trials last between 90 to 120 nights, depending on the brand. Should a customer not be happy with their purchase, the company will issue a full refund.

Warranties

Warranties cover manufacturing defects and sagging greater than 1-inch, though this can vary depending on the brand. Most mattresses come with a standard 10-year warranty. Read through the warranty to know what to expect from the manufacturer and what the manufacturer expects of you.

Return Policies

If a sleep trial isn’t available, customers should look at the return policy. Return policies last 30 days— about the same time it takes for the body to adjust to a new mattress. If the customer isn’t satisfied with their mattress, they can receive a full refund.

Other Things to Consider

What is a combo sleeper?

Combination sleepers, or combo sleepers, switch sleeping positions throughout the night. They may start out on their stomach, switch to their side, and wake up on their back, and since most of us tend to toss and turn throughout the night, it’s safe to say the majority of us are combination sleepers.

What is the best pillow for combination sleepers?

Combination sleepers should look for a mid-loft shredded memory foam pillow because the shredded foam in these pillows can adapt to changing sleeping positions. Pillows that are 3-5 inches thick usually fit comfortably below the head even if you toss and turn. Plus, shredded foam pillows are extremely moldable, so they can be fluffed or flattened to meet your sleep needs.

What mattress is best for a combination sleeper with back pain?

When dealing with back pain as a combination sleeper, look for a mattress with extra for the spine and back. Generally, foam or hybrid mattresses with a medium medium-firm feel are best for sleepers with back pain. Several mattresses we suggest looking into include the Zoma Mattress, Bear Pro, and Original Purple®.

What mattress is best for a combination sleeper with neck pain?

Combination sleepers with neck pain should look for mattresses that keep the shoulder neutral with the spine without being overly compressed because shoulder alignment directly correlates with neck pain. Consider medium mattresses such as the Amerisleep AS3, Vaya Mattress, or Tuft & Needle Original.

Remember your pillow plays a vital role in whether or not you have neck pain. As a combo sleeper, it’s best to have a mid-loft pillow with a medium feel to support your head and neck in all different positions.

Is a soft or firm mattress best for a combination sleeper?

Soft and firm mattresses aren’t better than the other since it comes down to your personal needs. As a combination sleeper, deciding between a soft or firm mattress gets a bit tricky, so consider your primary sleeping positions.

If you generally switch between back and stomach sleeper, a firmer mattress is ideal. If you switch between side and back or stomach sleeping, a medium mattress may work better. For combo sleepers who cycle through all types of sleeping positions, medium bests are often best.

Conclusion

Look for a mattress featuring balanced support and comfort— both will help you achieve better sleep. Hybrid mattresses are a good choice, but memory foam is also an excellent mattress choice capable of providing a restful experience for combination sleepers.