I’m a mattress tester with back pain — here’s the best mattress topper deal I’d buy after Prime Day

Best Prime Day deals for mattress toppers for back pain: Featuring a woman lying on her back on the BedStory Memory Foam Mattress Topper with TG Prime Day sale badge in top right corner

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I'm a mattress tester with back pain so I know first-hand how the right mattress can make a huge difference in easing discomfort. But if your bed isn't old or you aren't in a position to buy a new one, a mattress topper could be the answer.

While the sale has officially ended, there's still one amazing deal you can grab right now. We don't know how long it will last, so we recommend acting quickly. My top pick is the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt + Cooling Mattress Topper up to 50% off at Amazon, with a queen-size going for $251 (reg. $499).

These ‘mini mattresses’ can change the feel of your bed and help to soothe aches and pains. Like the best mattresses on the market, mattress toppers come in a range of materials and options. Plus, they're much more economical than buying a mattress outright, especially when they're discounted during Amazon Prime Day deals.

If your mattress is older than 10 years or showing obvious signs of wear, you should think about replacing it. Our guide to the best Amazon Prime Day mattress deals can help you grab a real bargain, even at this late hour. Meanwhile, if you want to spruce your bed up with a topper, have a look at the best Black Friday mattress topper sales, too.

Top best mattress topper for back pain in the Prime Day sales

Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt + Cooling Mattress Topper: from $419 $268 at Amazon
The top pick in our best mattress toppers round up, the Tempur-Adapt topper is an absolute dream for those suffering from aches and pains, with plenty of cushioning comfort from the three inches of Tempur Material. In our Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt mattress topper review, our tester felt it was best suited to side sleepers, who will feel plenty of pressure relief at their shoulders and hips. Memory foam is notorious for trapping heat so the upgraded cooling version of the Tempur-Adapt topper will help to keep hot sleepers comfortable at night. While the twin-size mattress topper is currently priced at $268, you can pick up a queen size for $251 (reg. $499) in the Prime Day deals. (That same size currently sells for $519 at Tempur-Pedic.)

What is the best mattress topper for back pain?

As with the best mattresses for back pain, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to finding the right mattress topper to help with any aches. It depends on your build and the way in which you sleep.

Side sleepers and those of a lighter weight will benefit from a topper with cushioning and a medium feel, whilst back sleepers and those of an average weight should look for a medium firm topper. Stomach sleepers and those of a heavier build will need a firmer topper to stop them from sinking too far into the mattress, throwing the spine out of alignment.

Remember that firmness is subjective, as well. If you have a preference for a particular firmness when it comes to your mattress, chances are you’ll want to look for something similar when it comes to your mattress topper.

Jo Plumridge is an experienced mattress reviewer with several years' experience covering all things mattresses and sleep, and who tests memory foam, hybrid and organic mattresses. What Jo doesn't know about a boxed mattress isn't worth knowing, so naturally we tasked her with producing a series of features for Tom's Guide looking at all aspects of mattresses, from how to pick between latex and memory foam (it's a tricky one), to the seven mistakes people make when buying a mattress for the first time. When testing the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid for Tom's Guide, Jo said: "I loved the back support and pressure relief it offered. Plus, it looks far more expensive than it is." When she isn’t writing about sleep, Jo also writes extensively on interior design, home products and photography.

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