I'm a mattress deals writer — the 5 queen beds I'd buy in this weekend's sales

1. Saatva Classic queen: was $2,095 $1,795 at Saatva
We rate the Saatva Classic as the best hybrid mattress we've tested, and this weekend you can save $300 on every size. As testers noted in our Saatva Classic mattress review, this hotel-quality bed provides lasting comfort for all sleepers, with lumbar support to ease lower back pain. It currently costs $1,795 (was $2,095) for a queen, but the best Saatva mattress sale emerges during major holidays when the Classic drops to $1,695. So if you don't need to buy now, consider waiting for this year's Black Friday mattress deals for a bigger discount of $400 off. That said, $1,795 for a queen Saatva Classic is still good value – you'd pay more for a comparable mattress in store. Your purchase also comes with a 365-night sleep trial, free installation and old bed removal, plus a lifetime warranty.

2. The DreamCloud Hybrid queen: was $1,613 now $665 at DreamCloud Sleep
If you fancy the Saatva but have a smaller budget, The DreamCloud Hybrid is a great alternative. This is our best-rated mattress in a box for most sleepers, with a queen reduced to $665 – that's $1,100 cheaper then the Saatva Classic. DreamCloud Sleep also has a lifetime warranty and year's sleep trial, but it doesn't offer free White Glove Delivery like Saatva does, just standard shipping. The 12" DreamCloud Hybrid is made from toxin-free certiPUR-US foam, gel memory foam and innerspring coils. The lead tester for our DreamCloud mattress review awarded it a near-perfect score for back support and overall comfort, but noted that it takes a few weeks to break-in. The best DreamCloud mattress sale we've seen this weekend will save you up to 50%, and we don't expect it to get cheaper this Black Friday so there's no reason to wait.

3. Nectar Classic Memory Foam queen: was $1,563 now $649 at Nectar Sleep
We rate the Nectar Classic as the best memory foam mattress for all sleepers, but especially back and stomach sleepers shopping for a firmer feeling mattress that keeps them on top of the bed to prevent dipping of their hips. Right now, you can save 58% on the Nectar Classic Memory Foam, with a queen cost $649 – that's the cheapest price we've seen it sell for since the mattress was redesigned a few months ago. In our original Nectar Memory Foam mattress review we praised how it balances support and cushioning, and this upgraded version retains everything that made the Nectar Original great – we have it on test right now and we feel it's a great improvement on the old model. This queen size mattress comes with a 365-night trial, a forever warranty, and free shipping and returns. 

4. Bear Elite Hybrid queen: was  $2,305 now $1,614 + free pillows at Bear
If you have sleepless nights due to overheating, then consider this top-rated cooling mattress from Bear. As we explain in our Bear Elite Hybrid mattress review this luxury hybrid bed is built with cooling gel, graphite and copper to draw away excess heat, mitigating the effects of overheating through the night. It's also great for those with lower back pain, easing aches with its supportive coils. This weekend's Bear mattress deal knocks 30% off the asking price, reducing a queen size to $1,614 (was $2,305). Like the Saatva Classic it's by no means cheap, but if overheating is ruining your sleep then we think it's worth the investment. You'll also get two free luxury cooling pillows with your purchase, plus a 120-night sleep trial, a lifetime warranty, and free shipping and returns.

5. Sleep Number c2 smart bed queen: was $1,299 now $1,099 at Sleep Number
Looking to give your sleep a high-tech upgrade? The Sleep Number c2 is the brand's latest entry-level smart mattress, and it's packed with AI-powered features. Just like many of this year's best smart mattresses and smart beds, the Sleep Number c2 can be adjusted to your ideal firmness, while still contouring to your body to relieve pressure points. The c2 is also a good choice for couples with different sleep preferences because each side of the mattress can be individually adjusted. It even responds to your movements throughout the night, automatically adjusting its firmness to suit whatever sleeping position you move into. For a limited time you can save $200 on this mattress, with a queen costing $1,099 (was $1,099). You'll also get free installation, a 100-night trial and a 15-year limited warranty.