9 Memory Foam Mattresses for Unparalleled Comfort

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When it comes to finding the perfect mattress, we all have our preferences. If you're someone who loves to literally sink into your bed, then a plush foam mattresses is definitely the way to go. Being surrounded by all that foam that's comfy, cozy, and soft makes getting a good night's sleep that much easier. So, now you know what you want, which mattress do you actually buy?

While memory foam mattresses are nothing new, some of their most recent technology is. Gone are the days of lumpy, way-too-squishy mattresses, and in are the days of breathable, ventilated, and perfectly spongy mattresses that provide optimal comfort and support. The memory foam mattresses of today are the ideal blend of plush and firm, offering even the snobbiest of sleepers of a wide variety of options when it comes to the firmness of their future bed. Now, you can find foam choices that are ultra-plush, plush, medium-firm, firm, and extra-firm, depending on what you like. Plus, you can also find ones that are affordable (we're talking well under $1,000) as well as organic and non-toxic. Not to mention, hot sleepers can also find memory foam mattresses that cool them off in the night so they won't have to worry about waking up in a sweat.

Whether you like to be quite literally as snug as a bug in a rug or you just like a comfortable mattress that won't make you achy, these are the game-changers to try. There's even a few Esquire tested and approved picks too.

Arctic Mattress

To be honest: Finding a memory foam mattress that caters to everyone is hard. (C'mon, some people are picky when it comes to this stuff.) However, we would never say no to a challenge, which means we took it upon ourselves to find the best one. And guess what? We did. The Serta Arctic Mattress has tons of rave reviews, and for good reason. This mattress goes above in beyond in the categories of comfort, durability, and coziness. It offers just the right amount of support that's not too firm yet not too squishy, and it's made to last which means you won't have to worry about it sinking in over the years. Plus, it has a unique three-part cooling system that actively pulls heat away from your body, meaning you'll stay cool even on toasty nights. Allow Esquire's Fashion Associate Rashad Minnick to break it down. "When it comes to comfort, I can say that the firmness was just right," he noted in this piece. "It's not too soft, and offers a medium firm level of support I can really feel. I typically sleep in one spot during the night, and this memory foam is consistent. I never feel like I'm sinking too far in or making a dent, I actually feel like I'm floating on the mattress as if it was a cloud. In the end, I realized this mattress was all I needed. It's comfy, supportive, and now I'm a full believer in cooling technology."

Loom & Leaf Mattress

Made with five plush pounds of memory foam, it doesn't get more comfortable than this Saatva mattress. Filled with eco-friendly foams that are made with renewable oils and produce fewer greenhouse gases during manufacturing, this mattress will feel like you're basically sinking into a cloud. It comes in a wide range of sizes so you can find the perfect fit for your room as well as two different comfort levels—Relaxed Firm and Firm—which allows you to pick out the squishiness you want. (If you like to sink deeper into a mattress, opt for Relaxed Firm, but if you like to stay adequately supported, choose Firm). What makes this mattress stand out is that it features a hypoallergenic, antimicrobial organic cotton cover as well as a nontoxic natural thistle flame barrier, and CertiPUR-US certified foam that's safe for you and the planet. Need we say more?

Chime 12-Inch Memory Foam Mattress

If you're the kind of person who wants to literally sink into your bed, we've got just the thing for you. This 12-inch mattress is basically just a cloud. It features one full foot of ultra-plush memory foam that'll embrace you like a nice, cozy hug. What's more, it'll instantly contour to your body and keep you quite simply as snug as a bug. Since it's so plush, it also helps reduce motion transfer so you won't be bothered by anyone that's tossing and turning. Additionally, the plushness helps relieve muscle tension and soreness, which means you'll wake up feeling as good as new. Pro tip: Pair this mattress with memory foam pillows if you really want to be at peak comfort.

S&S Mattress

Honestly, it's surprising to find a mattress this good for this cheap. But, leave it to Silk & Snow to nail it. The S&S Mattress is the brand's beloved gem for a few reasons. For starters, it's well under $1,000 and is usually on sale. (FYI, most mattresses are over $2,000.) On top of that, it's made with medium-firm high-density memory foam that provides major pressure relief for muscles as well as overall support for your body. It's ideal for those who like a bed that's relatively firm, however, it can be broken in over time if someone wants something squishier. And, thanks to the firm foam, it has very little motion transfer, which means if you're sharing the bed with some who's prone to moving around, you won't be disturbed. Last but not least, it uses open-cell memory foam that's infused with cooling gel, which promotes air circulation that'll keep you cool and dry. Pair this with lightweight sheets, and you'll find out what dreams are made of.

Wave Hybrid Mattress

If you're looking for the Goldilocks of mattresses, meet this Casper bestseller. The Wave Hybrid Mattress combines both memory foam and springs to deliver a unique sleeping experience that's all about comfort and support. The innovative combination of the two offers targeted spinal support and pressure relief that'll make you wake up feeling as good as new. (You can thank the advanced zoned support system—which ensures proper alignment for your spine—for that.) Plus, this mattress is ideal for hot sleepers since it has a cooling, breathable gel that channels heat and humidity away from the body.

Jonathan Evans, Esquire's Style Director explained it best when he rated it as his favorite mattress for back support. "The cooling is a game-changer," he says. "But what really sold me on the mattress was something I wasn’t expected: The extremely pleasant mixture of support, softness, and bounce it delivers. You know that feeling of springiness you get from a bed in a really nice hotel? The kind that makes climbing into bed on your hands and knees way more fun than just…sitting on the damn thing? That’s what you get with this mattress. And yet, you don’t feel your partner’s every minute twitch. And there’s still enough of that foamy, sink-on-into-it feeling that it wasn’t a shock to the system and remains entirely comfortable for my side-sleeping self."

Memory Foam Mattress

As a back sleeper myself, I know the importance of finding a mattress that doesn't make me feel stiff and old when I wake up. Luckily, this top-rated Nectar find does the opposite—making me feel young, spry, and usually not exhausted when I wake up. (Although, I usually only wake up feeling exhausted if I've been out all night, so the mattress might not be to blame.) Anyway, what I like about this mattress is that it has multiple layers of memory foam that work to effortlessly contour to my body. However, it doesn't feel like I'm sleeping in a vat of sticky, spongy oatmeal. Rather, these layers—which include a 2-inch therapeutic gel memory foam topper that helps with pressure relief, a 3-inch transition layer that minimizes motion transfer, and a 7-inch supportive base layer for stability—work together to provide optimal comfort in all the right places. Not to mention, the gel foam helps control my body's temperature, which means I rarely ever wake up covered in sweat. (Trust me, it used to be a nightly occurrence.)

Original Mattress

Sleepin' on your side, eh? How about you try sleepin' on your side on the Leesa Original Mattress? Trust us, it's a game changer. This memory foam mattress provides extra pressure relief and a little more bounce than the typical mattress. Due to the medium firmness, you won't exactly sink into it, which is ideal since you wouldn't want your shoulders to get sucked into the mattress. It has two inches of cooling foam on the top, three inches of contouring memory foam in the middle, and six inches of core support foam on the bottom. Not to mention, the cooling foam on the top layer is extremely breathable and aids in ventilation so you won't overheat at night (even when you're having a bad dream). Finally, it's made with CertiPUR-US certified foam, which means it doesn't have t mercury, lead, and other heavy metals inside of it (which is always a good thing.)

Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress

Listen, sometimes paying a ton for a mattress is just not it. We get it. The solution? Don't pay a ton. This Amazon bestseller will get you through every night, including long nights, cold nights, lonely nights, wild nights, and everything in between. Here's the scoop: It's made with green tea and charcoal-infused memory foam, which helps keep it fresh and clean. Plus, the charcoal traps and eliminates sweat, so hot sleepers won't have to worry about a smelly mattress. On top of that, it's crafted with plush, certified foams that works the night shift to cradle your achiest joints and align your spine. It also has open-air pockets in the middle layer that work to enhance airflow so you don’t overheat. (When paired with microfiber sheets, you won't feel hot and sticky at all.) Not to mention, it comes with a 10-year warranty, so you can rest assured that if your mattress gets too squishy for your liking, you can swap it out.

Original Mattress

Plain and simple, Bear has the affordable, eco-friendly mattress of your dreams. The brand's top-rated Original Mattress is thoughtfully crafted with sustainable materials (including CertiPUR-US certified foams) and is free from toxins and other harmful junk, making it both comfortable and safe. On top of that, it's made without fiberglass, which, why aren't all mattresses? Anyway, the supportive, medium-firm foam is designed to adapt to your body as well as your unique sleeping positions, which means you'll be able to break it right in. Plus, it provides relief from pressure on your back, hips, and shoulders, thanks to its nice, gel base. As for the cherry on top: It has cooling abilities that ensure you stay at a comfortable temperature all night long.

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