If you’re looking for a new bed this Black Friday then you'll want a good return on your investment. Despite the sales, mattresses aren't a cheap purchase and you'll want your next bed to last. A good way to gauge the potential lifespan of any mattress is to take a look at the warranty period. The top-rated Saatva Classic has $400 off at Saatva right now, and it comes with a forever warranty, covering you for life. It's still a premium price, with a queen currently $1,695 (was $2,095), but you can rest assured knowing it'll last.
But how common is that? The best mattresses generally come with a 10-year warranty, which, in theory, covers you for the life of the mattress. However, some brands offer what’s called a forever warranty, so you’ll be covered for as long as you own the mattress. It's a perk worth looking out for.
So, with the Black Friday mattress deals now live, we’ve rounded up the five best beds that come with lifetime warranties. These beds also come with a range of other perks including at home sleep trials and free shipping.
Are lifetime warranties worth it?
All of these mattresses come with a lifetime warranty, but that doesn’t mean that the mattress will last you forever. The average mattress has a lifespan of between seven and 10 years. Although you can get some latex mattresses which may last up to 25 years.
That means there’s is no such thing as a mattress for life. However, a good warranty period does mean that your mattress will be covered in the event of defects in manufacturing, materials and workmanship. It will also cover you for visible indentations (this is usually anything over 1.5”), cracks or splits in the foam and any loss in mattress height.
It’s important with any warranty that you read the small print. There are some conditions that you need to meet in order to keep your warranty valid. These can include using a mattress protector with your bed and ensuring that you don’t damage it during misuse or accidents.
