I've tested the best hybrid mattresses on the market during my time as a Sleep Editor, and I'm always impressed by how these versatile beds combine the supportive springs of the traditional innerspring bed with the body-hugging foams found in the modern all-foam mattress.
My team of experts has slept on every mattress in this guide, and here you’ll find my top hybrid mattress recommendations for every sleep style and budget. This includes the Saatva Classic, which ranks at No 1 in this year's best mattress guide for all sleepers, as well as taking the top spot as the best hybrid mattress here. The Classic exemplifies what I expect from a hybrid: support from head to toe, a breathable feel, and comfortable cushioning across your body.
The best hybrid mattresses aren't the cheapest, but we track the latest deals in our monthly mattress sales hub, so you can save money on a comfy new spring-and-foam beds, too.
The best hybrid mattress 2024
Quick summary
The Saatva Classic is a luxury hybrid innerspring, and the best mattress we've tested. In fact, we recently re-tested the Classic to double check if it really does deserve that title...and ended up awarding it a higher rating than we initially gave it: five stars. It tops our hybrid mattress rankings thanks to its brilliant blend of luxurious comfort, sturdy support, premium build quality, and generous benefits. Yes, it's one of the pricer options here, but you get what you pay for: aside from a luxury sleeping experience, it's the only mattress in our guide that's delivered flat, with free white glove delivery and set up in the room of your choice. (The Classic's closest competitors are all mattresses in a box, which means they're rolled up and delivered to your door, so you have to move them yourself.)
The Saatva Classic is made from CertiPUR-US foams for optimal pressure relief, with recycled steel coils for boosted airflow, and a contouring three-inch Euro top that adds extra lumbar support. We like that there are three different comfort levels (plush soft, luxury firm, and firm) and two different heights (11.5 or 14.5-inches), so you can tailor it to your preferences. Our testers slept on a luxury firm version and rated it particularly highly for helping back pain, as well as its sheer comfort.
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For a more affordable innerspring hybrid mattress, try the DreamCloud at number two. But if you're looking for a luxury investment, the Saatva Classic is the best hybrid mattress we've slept on so far.
Our Review: In more detail
We found the Classic to be prone to a small amount of motion transfer, which makes it a good option for anyone who likes a little bounce. However, if you're a particularly light sleeper and share your mattress with a partner, consider the Winkbed at number nine instead, which is better at absorbing motion.
We like that the Saatva Classic comes with a generous one-year sleep trial to help you decide whether it's right, and a lifetime warranty if you keep it. Just keep in mind there's a $99 return fee if you don't.
Our reviewers slept on a luxury firm version of the Saatva Classic for a full year, and after 12 months it was still in pristine condition, with zero sagging or dips in support. With a design to keep your spine properly aligned while you sleep, we found the Saatva Classic helps you wake up free of aches and pains – and any existing issues are greatly reduced. We've had pregnant people and people with back pain test the Saatva Classic as part of our wider review panel, and they all found it to be incredibly comfortable.
We highly recommend the luxury firm version of the Saatva Classic as the best hybrid mattress for all sleep positions, and for anyone with a light to average body weight. But go for the plush option of the Saatva Classic or the Helix Midnight (#4 in our guide) if you're a side sleeper and you prefer a softer, more sink-in feel as you sleep.
This hybrid mattress has great temperature regulation, with our testers finding no heat retention. It also distributes your body weight evenly, and offers comfortable lumbar support and pressure relief. Edge support is strong, with our reviewers sleeping right up to the edge without the mattress sagging or feeling like they might roll off. There is some motion transfer, however, so keep that in mind if you share with a very restless sleeper.
What we like about it...
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✅ Three firmness options: The Saatva Classic comes in three firmness levels and two height profiles so you can tailor the mattress to your comfort preferences and level of mobility.
✅ Strong lumbar support: The center of the mattress has a layer that specifically targets your lower lumbar, ensuring healthy alignment and pain-free mornings.
✅ Great temperature regulation: With dual layers of coils, minimal foams, and a breathable organic cotton cover, the Saatva Classic should be suitable for most hot sleepers (but choose the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Hybrid mattress instead if you're a particularly hot sleeper).
What we don't like about it...
❌ Motion isolation could be better: Dual layers of coils (and very minimal foam) make this a more responsive bed than an all-foam option. .
❌ Returns fee: You get a year to trial the Saatva Classic but you'll need to pay a $99 returns fee if you decide it isn't right.
Where, when and how to buy
While you can find some of Saatva's bedding accessories on Amazon, the only place you can currently buy the Saatva Classic is the official Saatva website. When you purchase directly from the brand, you're guaranteed all their extras without any quibbling (which can sometimes happen when you buy through a third-party).
As for the best time to buy, the biggest Saatva mattress sales occur during major holidays, such as the Saatva Labor Day sale, the Black Friday mattress deals, Cyber Monday, and Presidents' Day, when we've seen the twin size drop to $895.
The Saatva Classic hybrid is an excellent all-rounder and should appeal to most people thanks to its customizable build. It isn't cheap, but it is good value for a hotel-quality, handcrafted mattress that comes with free installation, a year-long sleep trial period and lifetime warranty. If you have the budget for it, we think this is the best hybrid mattress you can buy.
Read more: Saatva Classic mattress review
The best hybrid mattress in a box
Quick Summary
We think the DreamCloud Mattress is great value for money. If you're looking for a cheaper alternative to the Saatva Classic ($665 for a queen versus $1,695 for a queen on sale), this mid-range hybrid innerspring is our top recommendation. In our tests the DreamCloud Hybrid delivered very good support and comfort, plus superb temperature regulation. Ok so it doesn't have the same luxury feel as the Saatva Classic (#1), but it performs very well given that it costs hundreds of dollars less.
The DreamCloud is one of the firmer hybrid mattresses in this guide. Although it's marketed as a 6.5/10 on the firmness scale, our reviewers felt that it was actually a little firmer (we rate it as a 7.5 out of 10). You don't get free White Glove Delivery and set-up as with the Saatva, but you do get free shipping and returns, a one-year sleep trial and a lifetime warranty. Those are great benefits for an affordable hybrid mattress.
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If you're looking for a good quality hybrid mattress for under $700 for a queen size, the DreamCloud is a brilliant choice.
Our review: in more detail
The DreamCloud Hybrid has six internal layers, including a tier of individually wrapped coils for optimal support and motion isolation, plus a breathable cashmere cover and anti-shift base cover. Our reviewers found that the mattress offers excellent hip and back support, with enough body-contouring pressure relief from the thick top layer of foam.
Temperature control is good, with the wrapped coils helping air to flow through the mattress, keeping it cool. There's also added breathability from the cashmere cover. One of the hot sleepers on our testing panel fell asleep instantly without any night sweats.
In regard to support and comfort, the DreamCloud is ideal for back and stomach sleepers who need to remain more on top of the mattress. You may find it too firm if you weigh under 130lb though. As for our side-sleeping testers, they did find that it took a few nights to get used to the mattress, but there was enough sink-in comfort once they 'broke it in'. However, if you're a lightweight side sleeper, check out the Midnight Luxe (#6) instead.
While hybrids are known to transfer motion due to their bouncy spring construction, the encased coils and motion-dampening foams mean the DreamCloud does an excellent job of isolating motion - so much so that our testers reccomend the bed to restless bed-sharing couples.
What we like about it...
✅ Great temperature regulation: Airflow-boosting wrapped coils and a breathable cashmere cover means night sweats should be kept at bay.
✅ Firm support: The DreamCloud has a firmer feel than advertised, which bodes well for dedicated back or front sleepers.
✅ Amazing value: This is one of the most affordable hybrids out there, and it's always on sale. The lifetime warranty and one-year trial are nice perks, too.
What we don't like about it...
❌ Not soft enough for some sleepers: Our side-sleeping lead tester needed time to break in the DreamCloud. Lighter bodies in particular could find it too unyielding. For dedicated side-sleepers, look at the Helix Midnight (#6).
❌ Poor edge support: Edge support wasn't as robust as we'd have liked. If you like to sprawl or sit on the edge of your bed in the morning, look at either of the Saatva models on this list.
When, where and how to buy
While you can buy some DreamCloud models from Amazon, we always recommend buying the DreamCloud Hybrid directly from the brand's website. This ensures you'll get all the extras (lifetime warranty, for example) without any room for error.
A flash 50% sale on the DreamCloud mattress turned into a permanent deal at the beginning of the year (formerly, there was a 40% evergreen discount). What that means is you don't need to wait for Black Friday to buy this mattress: if you see a queen for $665, rest assured that the DreamCloud mattress sale is unlikely to get any better.
The DreamCloud punches above its mid-range price with a sturdy, quality build and generous benefits. If you're a front or back sleeper, we think you'll enjoy the firmer-than-advertised feel of the DreamCloud Hybrid (our testers certainly did). However, lightweight side sleepers may need to be patient when breaking it in (it takes a couple of weeks) – or find something softer altogether.
Read more: DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress review
The Best affordable hybrid mattress
Quick summary
On a tight budget? Need a mattress for your growing child, guest bedroom, or dorm? Looking for a value mattress that's also an Amazon best-seller. The Linenspa 8-Inch Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress has got you covered. Most hybrid mattresses are more expensive than all-foam and innerspring beds thanks to their more complex designs, but the Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid is perfect for those on tight budgets. There are also three depths available (8", 10", and 12"), but try the 10" model for the recommended amount of support and a better investment
However, with the lower price comes lower quality, so be mindful that this budget bed won't come with all the bells and whistles that you'll get with the other entries on this list. While you will get a 10-year warranty, there's no official sleep trial. Instead, 30-day returns are included (but are not free). At Linenspa, there doesn't tend to be a discount on this mattress. However, you'll sometimes see the occasional 20% off deal, which reduces a queen size from $249.99 to $199.99
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You might also be able to find a good discount on the Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid at Amazon, Linenspa's official retail partner.
Our review: in more detail
We tested the 8" (medium-firm) variation and found it best for lightweight stomach sleepers. As expected from a mattress with a relatively thin build and super cheap price, the bed received middling scores in key areas, such as pressure relief, temperature regulation, and motion isolation.
Still, for the price, it’s worth considering if you need a new short-term mattress for a growing child, guest room, or college dorm. The Linenspa Hybrid is a bestseller on Amazon, where it comes very well-reviewed, and seems to be particularly popular for as an option for children's bedrooms and students.
While we agree with customer complaints that the edges were weak, we disagree with complaints about a strong off-gassing smell - we were actually impressed by the lack of noticeable off-gassing with the Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress. That said, set-up was a bit annoying as the Linenspa can take up to five days to expand, despite the fact that the brand says it should take no more than 48 hours.
What we like about it...
✅ Makes a perfect guest bed: If you host occasional visitors, they'll likely prefer this to an air mattress. Plus, it's perfect for low usage.
✅ Ideal for growing children: This hybrid is perfect for children who are moving from a crib to their very first big-kid bed that they'll soon outgrow.
✅ Low cost for college students: This bed is priced right for students who need a dorm or apartment mattress to get them through their college years.
What we don't like about it...
❌ Low durability and support: As a temporary solution, the Linenspa should work well – but don't depend on it if you're looking for something to last a long time and provide every day support for adult bodies.
❌ No time to test it out: You won't get a proper sleep trial, especially if you buy it from Amazon.
When, where and how to buy
While we usually reccomend buying directly from a mattress brand to get the full benefits, we advise looking around for the best deals as Linenspa's extras are not generous. Whether you buy it from a brand or another retailer (such as Linenspa's official partner Amazon) you'll pretty much get the same deal.
In terms of when to buy, the mattress usually drops to 20% off during holidays such as Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day. If you're buying from Amazon, you can also see what Prime Day has to offer (it was 30% off during Prime Day 2024).
The Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid mattress is a good budget option for temporary arrangements, such as guest or dorm rooms, and if you need a bed for a child that will soon outgrow it. However, don't expect this hybrid mattress to provide support night after night for up to 10 years – it simply isn't built for that. If you can increase your budget, choose the DreamCloud Hybrid (#2) with a lifetime warranty instead.
Read more: Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress review
The Best luxury hybrid mattress
Quick Summary
If you're a side or black sleepers that dreams of that marshmallow-soft, ultra-plush feel of a five-star hotel bed, then the Puffy Royal Hybrid is your dream mattress. While it may not have the customization options as the Saatva Classic (#1), it's a great choice if you sleep on your back or side and love sink-in softness shares Classic's breathability and lifetime warranty. Plus, good news for couples, it has better motion isolation than the Classic.
While hybrids are typically firmer than foam mattresses thanks to sturdy coils and springs, The Puffy Royal Hybrid is not only the softest mattress in this guide but one of the softest mattress we've ever tested period. We rate it as a 4-5 out of 10 (1 being the softest), so this really is a plush bed.
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So, if you're looking for a softer bed to soothe shoulders and hips, or just want to mimic the feel of that luxury hotel bed you slept in one time, the Puffy Royal fits the bill.
Our review in more detail
Our testing panel was impress with how, when lying on their sides and backs, the Puffy Royal Hybrid was able to provide cloud-like sink-in softness while keeping the spine healthily aligned and pressure points relieved. This made side and back sleeping a breeze, but the softness didn't really fit stomach sleeping.
As for motion transfer, this bed received a perfect score for motion isolation tests. During the tests, we got into pairs, with one tester lying on the bed while the other tossed and turned. The result? We never felt a thing. With all this in mind, the Puffy Royal is great for restless couples and bed-sharers.
As well as foam and springs, the Puffy Royal is also made from temperature-regulating wool, which provided cooling breathability for our testers. While it's not exactly a cooling mattress (it doesn't feature any cooling tech and the cover isn't cool to the touch) the Puffy Royal is still great at regulating temperature.
The Puffy's weakest area, however, is it's edge support. It's not designed with reinforced edges, and it showed whenever we sat on the sides. After 10 seconds, we felt ourselves dip. However, our lead tester never felt as they would roll out of bed when they slept close to the edge, which is again good news for bed-sharers.
What we like about it…
✅ Good breathability: The addition of wool and coils provides some decent temperature regulation.
✅Cloud-like softness: The unique selling point of the Puffy Royal is the incredible plushness it provides for a hybrid.
✅ Good motion isolation: During our tests, we never felt any movement as a co-sleeper tossed and turned.
What we don't like about it...
❌ Weak edge support: We constantly felt as though we were sinking too far into the mattress when sitting on its sides.
❌ Not enough support for front and heavyweight sleepers: Those in need of sturdier support should look for something firmer.
When, where and how to buy
The best place to buy a Puffy Royal Hybrid is from Puffy itself, guaranteeing you the 120-night sleep trial and its generous lifetime warranty. The brand is prone to evergreen sales, so there really is no right or wrong time to buy. Currently, a queen size is down to $2,299 (total value: $3,649), saving you over $1,350.
The Puffy Royal Hybrid is one of the softest hybrids we've ever tested, and this can be great thing if your body type and sleep position needs soothing comfort to fall asleep. The motion isolation means less disturbances if you share a bed with a restless sleeper, but you may want to check if they need or prefer a firmer bed first. Overall, if you know you like a softer mattress, the Puffy Royal Hybrid will provide the plushness you're looking for. Read more: Puffy Royal Hybrid Mattress review
Best hybrid mattress for back pain
Quick summary
The Saatva RX is billed as the first luxury mattress tailor-made for sleepers with back and joint pain, and it certainly lives up to its title. We found it provided the right balance of firm support and comforting pressure relief, with its medium-firm feel labelled as "supportive plush". The mattress is quite tall at 15" (something you should aware of if you have mobility issues) but that height is a testament to how many support and comfort layers is packed into this specialist mattress.
The Saatva RX is a premium option, with the full retail price of a queen being a hefty $3,399. However, Saatva frequently throw mattress sales throughout the year, including 15% off sales that knock the Saatva RX and its other more expensive beds down to their lowest price.
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As with all Saatva mattresses, the RX also comes with some wonderful benefits including free mattress installation and old mattress removal, a trial lasting a whole year, and a forever warranty.
Our Review: In more detail
Our main reviewer was the perfect candidate to test the Saatva RX, as she experiences mild scoliosis and long-term lower back pain. She noticed a noticed a marked improvement in her pain and felt most comfortable and supported on her back.The testing panel felt the supportive-plush feel was cushioning enough to relieve pressure but firm enough to encourage proper alignment.
However, side sleepers under 130lbs may want something a softer, as one of our smaller side sleepers who deals with chronic pain felt pressure building up in her hips in that position. However, most of our side-sleeping panelists felt perfectly comfortable on their sides and felt that their pressure points in the shoulders, hips, and knees were relieved.
For hot sleepers, the Saatva boasts breathable materials, such as an organic cotton cover, and cooling tech such as gel infusions and heat-dissipating phase change material. In fact, our lead tester, who has a tendency to run hot at night, was impressed with how the RX kept her night sweats at bay. However, bed-sharing couples should watch out for the weak motion isolation.
What we like about it...
✅ Zoned support: The RX contains a Therapeutic Support Core, which constantly adjusts itself to your body, and patented Lumbar Zone Quilting and a gel-infused memory foam to protect your spine
✅ Great temperature regulation: The airflow-boosting coils, moisture-wicking cotton cover, and cooling gel infusions and materials will help hot sleepers sleep more refreshed.
✅Balanced support and comfort: The supportive-plush firmness rating provided enough firm support for spine alignment and enough softness for relieving joints.
What we don't like about it...
❌ Weak motion isolation: Couples should be aware that the mattress is not the best at limiting motion transfer, scoring just 3 out of 5 in our motion isolation tests.
❌ Returns fee: Like investing in the Saatva Classic (#1) you'll get a generously long sleep trial but will need to pay almost $100 to return the Saatva RX.
Where, when and how to buy
The Saatva RX is only available through Saatva's website, and you won't find it any stores who third party retailers like Amazon or Mattress Firm. This means you've got to be on the look out for a good deal at Saatva, as you won't find cheaper prices anywhere else.
While an exclusive $400 discount pops up around major sales events such as Labor Day and Black Friday, this deal only saves you big if you buy the cheaper Saatva beds, such as the Classic or Memory Foam Hybrid. For more premium models like the RX, look out for the brand's pretty frequent 15% off sales.
If you suffer from chronic back or joint pain, then you're sleep will suffer, so it's well worth investing in a specialist mattress like the RX. It's got a huge price tag, but if you time it right you can get a Saatva RX at a much cheaper price. Hot sleepers should also feel cool on this mattress, but if you only deal with minor aches and pains, it's worth looking through our best mattresse for back pain guide for some cheaper, less specialist models.
Read more: Saatva RX mattress review
The best hybrid mattress for side sleepers
Quick Summary
If you're a side sleeper in need of a cushioning surface for your shoulders and hips, choose the Helix Midnight Luxe. A taller and plusher version of the original Helix Midnight, the Luxe model is made with a mix of Helix Responsive Foam, Copper Gel Memory Foam, plus DuraFoam and up to 1,000 individually wrapped coils for next-level support. Deep pressure relief makes it the top choice in our best mattress for side sleepers guide, along with excellent lumbar support to ease back pain.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a premium option, but regular Helix mattress sales usually discount it by 20% to 25% (sometimes 30%) off the model. For most of the year, Helix sticks with the 20% off deal. The Luxe comes with a 100 night sleep trial, free shipping and a 15 year warranty.
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Sometimes, the bigger discounts are exclusively reserved for the Luxe models, and you'll also get free pillows to sweeten the deal.
Our review: in more detail
During our review, our lead tester was impressed with the blissful pressure relief the Helix Midnight Luxe provides, which has been engineered specifically for those who sleep on their sides. And that’s largely down to the addition of a sewn-in pillow top cover, which weightlessly accommodates the shoulders, hips and knees.
However, this isn’t a mattress that you sink into. The combination of the layer of Helix Responsive Foam, followed by a layer of Copper Gel Memory Foam, provides body contouring support while holding you on top of the mattress. This support is underpinned by up to 1,000 individually wrapped coils for enhanced lumbar support and bolstered edge support (another upgrade on the original).
While very hot sleepers might appreciate the option to upgrade to a GlacioTex pillow top cooling cover, the Luxe comes with a breathable Tencel cover that feels cool to the touch and kept our lead tester cool and comfortable during their review. Like the original, motion isolation is excellent, which will appeal to the restless sleepers out there who share a bed.
What we like about it...
✅ Comfort engineered to side sleepers: The Midnight Luxe boasts outstanding pressure relief for side sleepers specifically, thanks to the inclusion of a plush pillow top.
✅ Great temperature regulation: The standard model comes with a breathable Tencel cover, which kept our lead tester cool and comfortable.
✅ Strong motion isolation: The Midnight Luxe boasts outstanding motion isolation, which means that restless sleepers won't be disturbed by every toss and turn elsewhere in their bed.
What we don't like about it...
❌ Not firm enough for stomach sleeping: Although the Midnight Luxe is supportive enough for back sleepers, it doesn't have enough tension to support stomach sleepers.
❌ Not easy to move: Depending on what size you buy, this mattress weighs between 95 lbs - 125 lbs. Its weight and lack of side handles makes moving this mattress a three person job.
When, where and how to buy
As with most luxury beds, it's always best to purchase straight from the brand so you know you're getting the best deal that includes all the extras.
At Helix you'll often find, at the very least, a 20% off discount, but sometimes they'll add an additional 5% off to the Luxe models. While their 25% off sale is a good time to buy, the brand has been known to knock 30% off during major holiday sales such as the most recent Memorial Day sale. This huge price drop could return this year for Labor Day and Black Friday, so keep a look out with our Helix mattress sales hub.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a luxurious upgrade on the original Midnight mattress. It's taller, plusher and uses up to 1,000 individually wrapped coils for enhanced lumbar support and edge support. Temperature regulation is good and th motion isolation is outstanding (so you'll sleep undisturbed when bed sharing), but stomach sleepers and some back sleepers should look for a firmer hybrid such as the DreamCloud (#2).
Read more: Helix Midnight Luxe mattress review
The best cooling hybrid mattress
Quick summary
There are a little to no faults with the Bear Elite Hybrid, a 14” cooling luxury bed with three different firmness options to choose from. The non-toxic premium mattress’s heat-dissipating Phase Change Material (PCM) cover and copper-infused memory foam provides advanced cooling, as does the airflow-boosting individually encased coils — which also provides deep pressure relief and excellent zoned support to the lower back.
The full retail prices of Bear’s mattresses have recently been fluctuating, while the discounts have also been ranging from 30% off to 40% off this year. Right now, a regular 30% deal takes a queen-size Elite Hybrid down to $1,326 (MSRP: $1,893), but we are expecting to see a bigger deal on this bed around Black Friday this November. Whenever you buy, you'll get free shipping and returns, a 120-nights trial, and a generous lifetime warranty.
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While these extras are great, you can find even better benefits when you buy the Saatva Classic (#1). However, there is a $99 fee when returning a Saatva mattress.
Our review: in more detail
Our testing panel was impressed with the Bear Elite Hybrid in almost all key areas.The only fault we could find was its inconsistent edge support, which was slightly weaker in the corners and at the foot of the bed. However, reviewers admitted that this drawback was minor and shouldn’t be a dealbreaker.
Otherwise, the Bear Elite Hybrid delivered in all departments. The three customisable firmness options means you can choose the feel that suits your sleep style and body type. We tested the medium version of the bed, and found it to be ultra-supportive for both back and stomach sleeping (side sleepers will want to choose the soft option for more contouring around the shoulders) delivers on its promise of spinal support and pressure relief.
Motion isolation is also strong, so bed-sharing couples should sleep undisturbed. As for temperature control, the Elite Hybrid stayed consistently cool throughout the testing period. However, our test model did feature upgraded Celliant-infused cover for additional cooling.
What we like about it...
✅ Superb temperature regulation: Upgrade to a Celliant-infused cover for outstanding temperature control that will keep you cool all night.
✅Choice of firmness: The Elite Hybrid comes in three firmness options (Soft, Medium, or Firm) for tailored support and comfort.
✅ Great for lower back pain: The zoned support of the individually encased coils provides great pressure relief to the lumbar region.
What we don't like about it...
❌ Inconsistent edge support: While the edge support on the sides of the mattress were good, they could be a lot stronger around the corners and foot of the bed.
When, where and how to buy
You can buy the Bear Elite Hybrid directly from Bear Mattress. While you can also buy the luxury bed from retailers such as Wayfair, buying directly from the brand guarantees you their 120-night sleep trial, free shipping and returns, and generous lifetime warranty.We also recommend buying the mattress around holiday sales events, such as Memorial Day or the upcoming Black Friday sales, as this is when Bear typically rolls out their biggest sales.
The Bear Elite Hybrid is an excellent luxury choice if you're looking to ease back pain and wake up feeling cool and refreshed. Available in three firmness options, there's a level for every sleep position. Low motion transfer means you're less likely to feel the movement of a restless partner, but bed-sharing couples and those with mobility issues should be aware that the edge support is inconsistent.
Read more: Bear Elite Hybrid mattress review
The best hybrid mattress for heavier people
Quick summary
For those who weigh over 250lbs and are looking for a bed to support their heavier build, the best hybrid mattress is the WinkBed Plus. This bed is specifically built for those who weigh above average and has been tested for suitability using a simulation of 20 years' of bed use by a 350lb sleeper. With a high-density foam layer to prevent sagging, top of a durable layer of latex for zoned support, the WinkBed has reinforced edges to allow sleepers to use the full surface, without fear of rolling off.
The Winkbed Plus is slightly more expensive than the other firmness models of the brand' flagship bed. In fact, this mattress sits firmly in the premium price tier (which is unfortunately the case for most plus-sized mattresses. An evergreen sale takes $300 off every size, so you'll always get a queen-size Plus for $1,699 (was $1,999), with a 120-night sleep trial and a lifetime warranty.
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Despite the luxe price tag, this is a good price for a specialist hybrid mattress and is reasonably priced compared to most good quality mattresses for heavy people.
Our review: in more detail
While we haven't reviewed the Plus model of the WinkBed, we have reviewed the mattress in a luxury firm. While the design is pretty different, the luxury firm model delivered sturdy, zoned support and strong edges, so its safe to presume that the Plus version will offer an even more supportive, sturdier feel.
The only real pain point with the WinkBed Plus is temperature regulation. While we think it'll be sufficient for typical sleepers, chronically hot sleepers may not find the relief they need, as they would with the Bear Elite (#7).
Another small complaint that you should be aware of the $49 returns fee on top of an already high price.
What we like about it...
✅ High weight capacity for heavier bodies: The WinkBed Plus supports up to 900lbs combined, or 450lbs per side. Generally, mattresses can handle up to 500lbs combined.
✅ Back support: Similar to the Saatva Classic (#1), the WinkBed Plus has specialized lumbar support to keep everything aligned so you don't wake up in pain.
✅ Strong edge support: The WinkBed Plus has superb edge support so you can use the entirety of the surface without fear of falling overboard.
What we don't like about it...
❌ So-so temperature regulation: We found the WinkBed's temperature regulation so-so. The Bear Elite (#7) is not only super cool, it's also got customizable firmness options.
❌ More expensive than other WinkBed models: Unfortunately, you have to pay extra for the Plus version of the mattress. Also, if you don't get on with the WinkBed Plus before the trial is over, you'll be on the hook for a $49 return fee.
When, where and how to buy
You can buy the WinkBed Plus directly from WinkBeds, where there's always a $300 off discount, so you never have to be strategic about when you buy. (Ignore the 'Limited time' banner.)
The WinkBed Plus is an excellent hybrid mattress for plus-sized sleepers with back pain who want to relish in the comfort of a hotel-quality bed at home. Edge support is strong so you can spread out and sleep supported across every inch. However, it may not be the best option if you overheat at night, so if you do sleep hot we recommend the Bear Elite (#7) instead.
Read more: WinkBed mattress review
The best hybrid mattress under $300
Quick summary
The Allswell Hybrid is a low-budget gem that's perfect for guest rooms, dorm rooms, and small budgets. While it may not be as durable or flashy as the more expensive hybrids on this list and doesn't have the height options of its budget rival Linenspa Hybrid (#3), its 10" height is perfect for most adult sleepers and its spring system is much more modern than the Linenspa's coils.
We rate the Allswell as a medium-firm, and found it best for front and back sleeping. Is motion isolation and edge support also scored high in our tests, but customer reviews indicate this support may wear off over time. Still, for a cheap Walmart exclusive, the Allswell is amazing value, even when there's no discounts attached.
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Still, if you feel a little uneasy about Walmart's lack of a sleep trial, you could try the DreamCloud (#2) , which may be more expensive but is incredibly affordable for a luxury hybrid.
Our review: in more detail
Our back and front sleeping testing panelists loved the medium-firm support the Allswell boasts, while our motion isolation tests found the bed to be great for restless couples who don't want to be disturbed by each other's tossing and turning. However, side sleepers may need something with more give, as our side-sleeping tests found the firmness was too unyielding.
Heavyweight sleepers (those who weigh over 200lbs, may also find that the simple three-layer design won't be enough to support their frames. On the flip side, the mattress stays cool thanks to airflow-boosting springs and a layer of copper and graphite gel-infused memory foam designed to draw away body heat. That said, chronic overheaters may need something cooler, like the Bear Elite (#7).
What we like about it...
✅ Ideal for guests and dorm rooms: If you need a cheap mattress that won't be used for an extended period of time, the Allswell is a great option.
✅ Decent temperature regulation: Airflow-boosting springs and copper-infused foam prevent the Allswell from sleeping warm.
✅ Low cost: The Allswell ticks a lot of boxes, from support to height, for such as cheap mattress.
What we don't like about it...
❌ No sleep trial: While it's cheap, you're still losing money if you find you don't like it and don't meet the standards set in Walmart's fuzzy returns policy.
❌ Too firm for side sleepers: Our side-sleeping testers, along with some customers, found this mattress to be too firm.
When, where and how to buy
The Allswell is an exclusive at Walmart, so you'll only find it there and won't need to shop around and compare prices and deals. The mattress is so cheap, it really doesn't matter all that much that it isn't always on sale. However, that doesn't means you won't find a discount every now and again, especially during major holiday events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
The Allswell is an amazing find if you're looking for a hybrid mattress on a budget. Its height will suit most sleepers, and it scored high in our temperature control, motion isolation, and edge support tests. However, this is still a cheap bed and you should probably consider buying a more expensive and durable hybrid if you're looking for a long-term mattress.
Read more: The Allswell mattress review
Also tested
We test a wide range of hybrid mattresses, so not all the beds we've tested made this guide. However, that doesn't mean they're not worth considering, and we still recommend these highly rated mattresses that all performed well in our tests.
How we test hybrid mattresses
How we test hybrid mattresses
As explained in our mattress methodology, we regularly review and rank a wide range of hybrid mattresses from the world's leading sleep brands including Purple, Casper, Nectar, Saatva and DreamCloud. The hybrid mattress is now the most popular type of mattress in America, with sleepers enjoying a better balance of support and comfort.
However not all hybrid mattresses are made equal, so we regularly select new and established hybrid beds for testing to see how they perform in the following key areas:
- Pressure relief
- Motion isolation
- Edge support
- Temperature control
- Support
- Comfort
- Durability
Our testing process starts from the moment we receive the hybrid mattress, as we evaluate off-gassing, decompression and set up. We test each hybrid bed for at least three consecutive weeks, and our review team per mattress comprises a lead mattress reviewer and a wider testing panel.
This is important because mattress comfort is subjective so we like to test each hybrid mattress with a range of body types, heights and weights, as well as with sleepers who have different health requirements such as mobility assistance or overheating at night.
We collate a specific set of testing data and use all of this, plus in-depth consumer review research, to award the hybrid mattress review scores in all key areas, with an overall test score out of 5.
Hybrid mattress buying advice from our experts
When is the best time to buy a hybrid mattress?
All of the top-rated hybrid mattress brands run regular offers that can save you hundreds of dollars on MSRP, but it can pay to be strategic about when you make your purchase. So when is the best time to buy a mattress if you want a hybrid bed for less? November when the Black Friday mattress deals arrive. These roll over into Cyber Monday mattress deals, giving you a long weekend of massive discounts, which traditionally deliver the cheapest hybrid mattress prices we see all year.
Outside of the winter holiday shopping events, national holidays are a good bet for bigger-than-usual discounts. So that's the Labor Day mattress sales in September, the Presidents' Day mattress sales in February, the end of May Memorial Day mattress sales and the 4th of July mattress sales.
Any times of year to avoid? We've been covering mattress deals for years on Tom's Guide and what we have noticed is that summer isn't generally a good time to buy a hybrid mattress, as manufacturers tend to increase prices at this time.
How to choose the right hybrid mattress
There are a few key considerations to make to help you choose the right hybrid mattress for your needs: your budget, dominant sleep position, body type, any sleep issues, and whether you share a bed or not. For instance, a medium-firm hybrid mattress will provide the right amount of support for most people.
However, firmness is relative, so lightweight side sleepers may need something softer to get the same level of support, while plus-sized stomach sleepers may need a firmer hybrid mattress.
If you're buying for an adult, make sure the mattress is at least 10 inches thick. Why? Because this is the minimum height required to ensure there's enough support and comfort to provide a good night's sleep.
Our top piece of buying advice is to make sure your hybrid mattress comes with an at-home sleep trial (or is at least returnable). It can take your body up to three weeks to adjust to a new mattress, so by taking advantage of a trial period you can sleep on a new mattress for a few weeks before deciding whether it's right or not.
The average sleep trial lasts around 100 nights, but some hybrid mattresses - such as the Saatva Classic, our best hybrid mattress of the year, and the DreamCloud Hybrid - both come with a trial that lasts a whole year. Overall hybrid mattresses can be more expensive than innerspring or all-foam beds, but you'll find a range of budget options in this guide.
Best hybrid mattress FAQ
What does 'hybrid mattress' mean?
A hybrid mattress basically means that the mattress contains both coils and foam layers. The coils (or springs) are usually topped by layers of foam (usually made out of latex or memory foam) to create a mixture of sturdy support and body-contouring comfort.
In addition to foam and coil layers, hybrid mattresses will usually have a soft top cover or pillow top. Depending on the hybrid mattress, the coil layer either has an innerspring design for better airflow or contains individually wrapped coils for motion isolation.
How long do hybrid mattresses last?
On average, hybrid mattresses tend to last up to 10 years, but it can depend on the quality and materials. First of all. hybrid mattresses contain coils or springs, which can deteriorate quickly and cause premature sagging and creaking. However, they do last a lot longer than typical innerspring beds with no foam layers.
Memory foam hybrid tend to last around eight to 10 years, but budget beds tend to last about eight years as they don't use the most durable materials and have smaller frames. Latex hybrids, however, tend to last much longer (sometimes up to 25 years) due to the long-lasting quality of natural latex.
Are hybrid mattresses good for side sleepers?
Yes, hybrid mattresses are good for side sleepers as long as you choose the right firmness level for your body type. So if you weigh under 130lb, we’d recommend looking for a softer hybrid or a medium rating at the most. The other option is a medium-firm hybrid mattress designed with a pillow top for extra cushioning, plus plenty of comfort foam.
If you’re a side sleeper of average weight, a medium-firm hybrid will offer contouring comfort and support. For sleepers that weigh over 230lb, consider a firm hybrid mattress to offer the support you need while sleeping in that position for hours at a time. Many of today's mattresses for heavy people are hybrid models, and we also have a number of hybrids in our best firm mattress roundup.
Our highest rated hybrid mattress for sleeping on your side is the Helix Midnight. It’s the only hybrid we’ve tested that has been designed specifically for this sleep position, and it’s supremely comfortable to dip your shoulders, hips and knees into.
