My favorite latex mattress is now $749 for a queen in Amazon's Black Friday sale —why I recommend it

Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress in a bedroom, with a Lowest Price graphic overlaid

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Amazon has an unmissable deal on a latex hybrid mattress this Black Friday. Most sizes of the Awara Natural Hybrid are 20% off at Amazon, dropping them to the lowest prices they've ever been. That means you can bring home a queen-size Awara mattress for just $749 (reg. $949).

The Awara is proof that you don't have to break the bank to bring home the best mattress for your sleep needs. It was one of the first mattresses I ever tested, and to this day, I believe it’s an excellent choice for sleepers with back and joint pain. Its 2" natural latex comfort layer subtly cradles your body, while the 8" wrapped springs offer excellent support. It also sleeps cool and has strong edges for sitting.

That said, if you're able to stretch your budget a little wider, this year's Black Friday mattress deals feature discounts on Awara's current lineup, as well. That includes the new flagship Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress, now $849 in a queen size at Awara Sleep (reg. $1,383).

Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress
Was: From $649
Now: From $519 at Amazon

Summary: The original Awara is one of my favorite mattresses for combi sleeping because of its buoyant, supportive surface. Whether I slept on my side, front, or back, I gently sank into its 2" natural latex comfort layer. Do keep in mind that this mattress may skew on the firmer side of medium for many people — but It offers such a high level of support that I consider it one of the best mattresses for back pain. (I had no issues with my nagging lower back when sleeping on it.) Edge support is very good, and the cotton-poly blend cover will wick away heat and moisture. Motion isolation is the only real area of concern here, but if you're solo or you and your partner sleep like the dead, then this is moot. Read my full Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress review to find out why I think it's one of the best values for a latex mattress.

Price history: This is a new all-time low for the Awara Natural Hybrid and a stellar price for any latex-based mattress. A queen size is now $749. which is a respectable drop from its previous sale price of $949. Since you're purchasing from Amazon, you won't avail of Awara's one-year trial, but you'll still have a 100-day return window. Learn how to return a mattress from Amazon in case it doesn't work out. You'll still get the lifetime warranty, and if you're a Prime member you'll receive free 2-day shipping.

Benefits: 100-night returns at Amazon | Lifetime warranty | Free 2-day shipping with Prime

Want the current model? Try this instead...

Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress: from $896 $549 at Awara Sleep
This is the successor to the Awara Natural Hybrid, released earlier this year. It boasts a quilted cover made from wool and rayon bamboo blend, a GOLS and FSC-certified organic latex comfort layer, and a bed of 8" wrapped springs with thick gauge coils along the perimeter. A queen-size is now $849, which is the lowest price we've tracked thus far. It's only $100 more than the original Awara above, with organic latex and a 365-night trial — so if you can stretch your budget a little further, go for this one.

Based in Philadelphia, USA, freelance writer and editor Alison Barretta has been sharing buying advice and retail news for over 15 years. Since 2020 she's been helping Tom's Guide expand its robust library of sleep content by researching the latest trends, speaking with renowned experts, and going behind the scenes at Saatva, Casper, Sleep Number, Tempur-Pedic, and 3Z Brands. Alison has reviewed everything from budget memory foam mattresses and luxurious innerspring beds to immersive sound pods and $7,000 smart beds that automatically adjust to your every move. When she isn't reviewing mattresses or searching for great deals to save you money, Alison can be found practicing yoga and martial arts, experimenting with recipes, getting too invested in the Philadelphia Flyers, and snoozing with her cat / assistant mattress tester Alex.

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