This year's Memorial Day mattress sales take place on Monday 26 May but I expect deals will start arriving early next month. Last year's prices matched what I saw during Black Friday (traditionally the cheapest time of the year to buy a good mattress for less), with the biggest price cuts coming from Saatva, Helix, Tempur-Pedic, Casper, and Bear Mattress.
I'll be tracking all of this year's Memorial Day mattress sales as they start and will be updating this guide regularly with the best deals. A comfy new mattress makes a big difference to your quality of sleep so if you're unsure which one to choose I'd recommend looking at our best mattress guide to read our top recommendations and expert buying advice.
If you can't wait until May and need a new mattress now, I've also rounded-up below all the best mattress sales to shop this week with options for every budget. Most of these are unlikely to get any cheaper in the Memorial Day sales so you won't be missing out by buying them now.
Top 5 mattress sales ahead of Memorial Day
If you can't wait until Memorial Day to buy a new mattress you're in luck as there are some good sales running right now. I consider the Nectar and DreamCloud deals to be good value for money year-round and would be surprised if they dropped to a cheaper price this Memorial Day, so you won't miss a cent by buying them now versus waiting until late May. I predict cheaper prices will come for Saatva and Helix, but if you need to buy now then they are still good value at the current sale prices – just be aware that you can probably save $84-$150 more if you wait for Memorial Day.
More mattress sales to shop ahead of Memorial Day
Above we've highlighted our top mattress sales ahead of Memorial Day, including deals on some of our highest rated mattresses. We also expect to see sales from our favorite third-party retailers, including Amazon, Macy's and Best Buy. If you're after a budget mattress and you don't mind a bit of browsing, these are great places to find a deal.
Memorial Day mattress sales 2025: FAQs
When do the Memorial Day mattress sales start this year?
This year Memorial Day falls on the 26th of May 2025 — but we're expecting the Memorial Day mattress sales to start long before that.
Based on the 2024 Memorial Day sales, we're expecting the earliest deals to trickle in around late April with more discounts dropping at the start of May.
The earliest deals might include short-lived flash savings, to whet the appetite of shoppers looking to avoid a rush.
However, watch out for brands that promise Memorial Day sales without actually introducing a price change. These brands often announce a sale in early May, before increasing the discount the closer we get to Memorial Day (don't worry, if we notice this happening, we'll alert you here.)
In the week leading up to Memorial Day, we predict that most sleep brands will have announced their sales.
After Memorial Day, some sales will end immediately while others will hang around until the end of the week. By the start of June, most deals will have come to an end. After that, the next big sales event is the 4th of July, but we don't expect to see the same level of savings.
We'll be closely analyzing the Memorial Day mattress deals as they roll in and updating this guide to reflect the best and latest offers.
Is Memorial Day a good time to buy a mattress?
Memorial Day is one of the best times of year to buy a mattress, with deals comparable to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. If you've been waiting to upgrade your bed, now is the time to shop.
Traditionally, the Black Friday mattress sales were the best time to find a discount mattress. The deals were bigger, more brands took part and third-party retailers offered major savings on cheap beds.
But last year the Memorial Day mattress sales we're huge. We track mattress deals throughout the year and last May we were blown away by the sheer number of discounted mattresses — including some of the best prices of the year.
We're hoping to see something similar in 2025 and based on the discounts we spotted over Presidents' Day, we're feeling hopeful.
It's also worth noting that mattress prices traditionally rise over the summer months before dropping again in winter. Shopping the Memorial Day sales doesn't just mean enjoying the deals; it's also a chance to avoid the price hike.
Where to find the best Memorial Day mattress sales
Shopping online will often get you the best Memorial Day mattress sales, as online retailers don't have the same associated costs of brick and mortar stores. These savings are then passed on to the consumer — that's why the best mattresses in a box tend to be excellent value for money.
Another advantage to shopping online is the sheer breadth of deals. You can find discounts on everything from budget memory foam mattresses to the latest sleep tech, and you can browse them all from the comfort of your own home.
This can, however, be overwhelming, which is why we aim to make the mattress shopping process as easy as possible. We track the mattress sales year-round, so we've learned to differentiate between the top savings, the deals we see regularly that are still good value, and the sales that aren't worth your time.
How to avoid a bad deal – red flags to look for
Our number one piece of advice when buying a mattress is to choose a bed with a sleep trial. A sleep trial is a set period of time (100 nights is standard) in which you can test the mattress at home. If it isn't right for your sleep needs, you can return it either for free or a small charge.
If a mattress doesn't have a sleep trial, you lose this testing period and you might end up with a bad mattress (or a mattress that isn't right for you.)
There are a few times you can overlook the trial. If a mattress is incredibly cheap, you're less likely to mind the risk. And if you're opting for a clearance bed, you might feel the discount is good enough to sacrifice the testing period.
Don't forget to check the mattress warranty, as well. A 10-year warranty is standard and should cover factory defaults and imperfections beyond the usual wear and tear.
Our second piece of advice is to ignore the flashy countdown banners and promised discounts. Focus on the final sale price, instead.
Some mattress brands like to raise the MSRP before a sale day so they can then promise a bigger discount. However, the actual cost of the mattress remains the same. In some rare cases, it might even be more expensive than before.
Will there be Memorial Day sales on mattress topper too?
We're expecting to see sales on the best mattress toppers this Memorial Day, including deals from our favorite sleep brands and offers from third-party retailers.
Mattress toppers are padded layers of material that sit on top of your bed to change the feel. They're often used to soften a firm mattress and due to the small build, they're significantly cheaper than a mattress of comparable quality.
If you're not quite happy with your bed but you don't have the budget for a new mattress, a topper can be an excellent solution. And in the Memorial Day sales, we expect to see high-quality toppers on sale for around $100-$200.
A topper can also extend the lifespan of your mattress. So you can buy a topper now, add some comfort to your bed... and start saving for a new mattress in the Black Friday sales.
We'll be tracking all the Memorial Day mattress topper sales as they arrive, to help you find the right deal for your sleep needs (and your budget.)
Memorial Day mattress sales: Last year's top 7 deals
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