Having one of the best cooling mattresses is essential if you suffer from night sweats, hot flashes, or struggle to sleep in the summer heat. You can invest in some of the top cooling sheets, pillows, and comforters, but you'll still swelter if you're sleeping on the wrong mattress.
As the resident Sleep Editor at Homes & Gardens, I lead a team of expert testers in the search to find the world's best mattress. We assess each mattress against the same criteria: pressure relief, thermoregulation, motion isolation, and edge support. The Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt is our reigning champion for thermoregulation, but you might find that another mattress better meets your needs.
I've combed through our back catalog of reviews from our expert team to bring you six of the best options for hot sleepers. Tested through heat waves and hot summer nights, these are the best cooling mattresses that helped us sleep in the heat.
Best cooling mattresses 2025 − at a glance
Below, you'll find a bite-size summary of each mattress, including how it feels, who it suits, and any key pros and cons. If you come across any unfamiliar terms, don't panic: just cross-check against my mattress jargon buster. If you want to find out more about a particular mattress, skip straight to that section by hitting 'read more below', where you'll find deep detail about our testing experience.
Our expert tester, Jaclyn, sampled the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt in her heat bubble of a bedroom in Atlanta, Georgia, but she never once woke up in a sweat. She attributes that to the SmartClimate Dual Cover System, which kept her cool and comfortable.
This mattress is lined with supportive springs and topped with latex in an open-cell structure to optimize airflow. It's an ideal fit for any hot sleeper, but in particular for those who sleep on their side, and need a mattress with a bit of give to cushion their joints and support their spine.
Early iterations of memory foam tended to trap heat, and some of the more budget-friendly foam mattresses we've tested still fail to deliver thermoregulation. The Saatva Contour5 Mattress is proof that, when it comes to cooling, you get what you pay for.
This hybrid mattress marries the contouring comfort and motion isolation of memory foam with the airflow and support of an innerspring. It's one of the few mattresses we've sampled that genuinely feels cool to the touch.
This wool mattress would make a great fit for hot sleepers and eco-conscious shoppers alike. Wool is naturally moisture-wicking and antimicrobial, able to hold up to 33% of its weight in water, so it's a great choice for sleepers who suffer from night sweats.
Technically, the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress retails for $1,332 for a Queen, but I've never seen it selling for anything more than $700. For just a few hundred dollars, you get top-quality cooling and excellent edge support to suit every sleep position.
The best cooling mattress overall
'I'd recommend the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Medium Hybrid Mattress for just about anybody,' says expert tester Jaclyn Turner. 'Whether you're a hot sleeper in search of the best cooling mattress or a side sleeper in need of pressure relief, this bed should cover all your bases. It's just a shame it's so expensive.'
Jaclyn lives and sleeps in Atlanta, Georgia, where it's always relatively warm and seriously hot in the summer. She needs a cooling mattress to dissipate excess body heat and wick away moisture, so that she can sleep comfortably.
'My bedroom is a bit of a heat trap, but the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Medium Hybrid Mattress helped to keep me cool,' says Jaclyn. 'What sets this bed apart from similar models is the SmartClimate Dual Cover system. This stretch-knit cooling cover is crafted to channel heat away from your body to keep you feeling fresh.'
Thermoregulation aside, the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Mattress offers great motion isolation, which is ideal for couples and light sleepers, as well as sturdy edge support to get into and out of bed. Admittedly, the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt is expensive, but you might be able to save some money in the mattress sales.
Attribute | Notes | Score (out of 5) |
|---|---|---|
Pressure relief | Multiple firmness levels to suit all sleepers | 5 |
Thermo-regulation | SmartClimate cover is cool to the touch | 5 |
Motion isolation | Best in class | 5 |
Edge support | Solid support around the sides | 4 |
Jaclyn is our former Sleep Editor, who now works at Business Insider. Living in Atlanta, Georgia, Jaclyn needs a cooling mattress to help her sleep through the summer. Read the full review: Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Mattress
The best cooling mattress for side sleepers
If you've read any of our mattress buying guides, you'll know we talk a lot about sleep positions. How you tend to lie on the bed informs which mattress type feels most comfortable for you. As a general rule, side sleepers appreciate a medium mattress firmness to cushion their joints while keeping their spine straight.
'The Saatva Latex Hybrid Mattress couldn't have arrived at a better time,' says expert tester Alex Frost. 'I'd just spent a few months testing an overly firm, inflexible mattress that wasn't doing my back ache any favors. I need something soft, yet supportive, to relieve pressure from my joints and realign my spine. The Saatva Latex Hybrid Mattress fit the bill: it's one of the best mattresses for side sleepers.'
Compared to back sleepers, side sleepers put their faces into close proximity with their mattress, so they appreciate breathability more than most. Luckily, 'the Saatva Latex Hybrid Mattress features an open-cell structure,' explains Alex, 'which just means that the foam has plenty of air pockets to boost breathability throughout the bed.'
Still the Saatva Latex Hybrid Mattress isn't perfect. The edge support is inconsistent, and you might find it harder to get into and out of bed, especially if you struggle with mobility. For a similar look and feel with superior edge support, I recommend the Saatva Zenhaven Natural Latex Mattress.
Attribute | Notes | Score (out of 5) |
|---|---|---|
Pressure relief | Alleviated Alex's back pain | 5 |
Thermo-regulation | Combines natural breathability of latex with airy coils | 5 |
Motion isolation | Minimal motion transfer | 5 |
Edge support | Inconsistent around the sides | 2 |
Alex is one of our most prolific mattress testers, with eight reviews under her belt. Read the full review: Saatva Latex Hybrid Mattress
The best cooling memory foam mattress
Early iterations of memory foam were not known for their cooling properties. There wasn't much room for air to flow through the dense foam. In recent years, however, the mattress industry has made major strides towards thermoregulation. You can buy your foams infused with cooling gels or perforated with countless little bubbles to enhance airflow.
As our most prolific mattress tester, Alex Frost has sampled her fair share of memory foam mattresses, and she says the Saatva Contour5 is her favorite. 'As a stomach sleeper who gets the night sweats, especially over the summer, I need a cooling mattress more than most. I'd read about the airflow channels through the middle of the mattress, but I wanted to be convinced that it was more than marketing jargon. After a whole summer testing, I'd put the Saatva Contour5 up there with the best cooling mattresses.'
Even the best memory foam mattresses aren't perfect, but Alex could only find a few flaws in the Saatva Contour5. For one, it's heavy, weighing in at 93 lbs for a Queen. If I were you, I'd take advantage of Saatva's white glove delivery policy: they'll remove your old mattress and help you set up your new one, free of charge.
Attribute | Notes | Score (out of 5) |
|---|---|---|
Pressure relief | Alleviates Alex's back pain | 5 |
Thermo-regulation | Features airflow channels | 4 |
Motion isolation | Minimal motion transfer | 5 |
Edge support | Exceptional | 5 |
Sleeping in Cincinnati, Ohio, Alex needs a cooling mattress to weather the worst of the summer heat. Read the full review: Saatva Contour5 Mattress
The best cooling hybrid mattress
A hybrid mattress combines the airflow and support of an innerspring system with the contouring comfort and motion isolation of memory foam. As mattress types go, hybrids tend to be on the more expensive side, but they're versatile and durable.
'The Leesa Legend Chill Hybrid Mattress might be an investment, but I think it's worth it to finally find something that actually keeps me cool throughout the whole night,' says tester Hebe Hatton. 'I've slept on the Leesa Legend Chill Hybrid Mattress for almost a year now – through the tail end of a hot summer, into a freezing winter, and now into the unpredictable temperatures of spring – and I've stayed just the right side of cool and dry'.
'The Leesa Legend Chill Hybrid Mattress hits the perfect balance of comfortable yet supportive,' Hebe continues. 'It gets the sweet spot between soft enough so you feel cradled, but firm enough so you don't feel like the mattress is rising up around you.'
The Leesa Legend Chill Hybrid Mattress excels in certain areas, but its overall score is dragged down by moderate motion transfer. As a light sleeper, Hebe could feel it when her husband and dog moved around in the night. Also, the edge support is a little inconsistent: you'll find more solid support with the Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Mattress.
Attribute | Notes | Score (out of 5) |
|---|---|---|
Pressure relief | Supportive without feeling sinky | 4 |
Thermo-regulation | Actually feels cool to the touch | 5 |
Motion isolation | Some motion transfer | 3 |
Edge support | Inconsistent around the sides | 3 |
Hebe is our Head of Interiors. She's slept on the Leesa Legend Chill Hybrid Mattress for almost a year, and she still loves how cool it keeps her. Read the full review: Leesa Legend Chill Hybrid Mattress
The best organic cooling mattress
As a general rule, natural fibers are more breathable than synthetic substances: cotton, wool, and latex over artificial foams. It follows that the best organic mattress is a good option for hot sleepers as well as eco-conscious shoppers.
The Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress is a natural innerspring, founded on a support layer of steel coils and topped with thick layers organic cotton and wool. According to the Woolroom Clean Sleep Report 2024, wool is one of nature's moisture-wickers, able to hold up to 33% of its weight in water, keeping your bed and your body cool and dry. It's the perfect material for anyone who suffers from night sweats or hot flashes.
'The Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress is a chemical-free product, made from hand-picked natural materials,' explains tester Sophie Edwards. 'It's a great option for anyone who's concerned about the environment or the products they use near their body. Word to the wise: since the Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress is filled with wool, it might not be suitable for vegan shoppers. I'd recommend the Avocado Vegan Mattress, instead.'
Attribute | Notes | Score (out of 5) |
|---|---|---|
Pressure relief | Firm support for your spine | 4 |
Thermo-regulation | Wool makes a great moisture-wicker | 5 |
Motion isolation | Minimal motion transfer | 5 |
Edge support | Solid around the sides | 5 |
Sophie writes for our Celebrity Style section. Before she started at Homes & Gardens, she wrote for a luxury bedding company. Read the full review: Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress
The best affordable cooling mattress
Making this list got me thinking: specialist mattresses can be seriously expensive. If you're a hot sleeper, but you're working with a tighter budget, then you should narrow the search to our best affordable mattress buying guide. Skip the dense foam options in favor of the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress.
'I sleep hot, whereas my partner sleeps cold,' explains expert tester Camryn Rabideau. 'We've struggled to find a mattress that meets both of our needs, but we were pretty satisfied with the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress. This bed is infused with a cooling gel to dissipate heat, wick moisture, and regulate body temperature.'
'When you first lay down on the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress, you're welcomed with a thin layer of plush foam,' Camryn continues. 'Underneath, I found the mattress to feel quite firm. There's enough give that my hip and shoulder can sink in while sleeping on my side, but I never felt like I was being swallowed up.'
There's a little bit of motion transfer through the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress, which might prove problematic for light sleepers, but it also makes it easier to change positions in the night. Still, the edge support is excellent, and you get a 365-night mattress sleep trial to test for yourself.
Attribute | Notes | Score (out of 5) |
|---|---|---|
Pressure relief | Suitable for all sleep positions | 5 |
Thermo-regulation | Airflow of an innerspring | 4 |
Motion isolation | Some motion transfer | 3 |
Edge support | Excellent | 5 |
Camryn is one of our freelance mattress reviewers. Living in Rhode Island, she appreciates a cooling mattress, especially in the summer. Read the full review: DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress
Best cooling mattress 2025 – Side by side
| Header Cell - Column 0 | Price | Firmness | Type | Sizes | Sleep trial | Warranty | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt Mattress | $2,899 - $5,789 | Soft, Medium, Medium Hybrid, Firm | Hybrid | Twin, Twin Long, Full, Queen, King, Split King, California King, Split California King | 90 nights | 10 years | Free shipping |
Saatva Latex Hybrid Mattress | $1,395 - $3,040 | Medium | Latex hybrid | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Split King, California King | 365 nights | Lifetime | Free white glove delivery |
Saatva Contour5 Mattress | $1,895 - $3,990 | Medium, Firm | Memory foam | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King | 365 nights | Lifetime | Free white glove delivery |
Leesa Legend Chill Hybrid Mattress | $2,099 - $3,399 | Medium | Hybrid | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King | 100 nights | Lifetime | Free delivery |
Woolroom Hebridean 3000 Mattress | $844.52 - $1,762.95 | Medium-firm | Innerspring | Single, Double, King, Super King, Single XL, Small Double, Euro Double, Euro King | 100 nights | 10 years | Free delivery |
DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid | $399 - $1,098 | Medium-firm | Hybrid | Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King | 365 nights | Lifetime | Free shipping and returns |
Best cooling mattress 2025 − Honorable mentions
- Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Cooling Mattress: I've been sleeping on this mattress for a little under a year. The combination of the cooling cover and the gel-infused foam helps to keep my night sweats under control. If it weren't for the motion transfer through the mattress, the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Cooling Mattress could well have made the main buying guide.
- TEMPUR-Cloud Mattress: 'I tend to sleep hot, especially when there's memory foam involved,' says expert tester Jamie Davis Smith. 'However, I slept much cooler on the TEMPUR-Cloud than on other mattresses I've tried, likely because of its cooling cover. The weather is warming up here in Washington, D.C., and I'm still sleeping comfortably without AC.' Unfortunately, this mattress is only available in one firmness and doesn't come with white glove delivery, which is a shame, since it's so heavy.
- PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress: 'Talalay latex is more porous, and, ergo, more breathable than Dunlop latex, so I'd rate this bed better than any other latex mattress I've tested,' says expert tester Alex Temblador. 'Since I sleep with a tracker, I can confirm that my body temperature stayed pretty constant overnight.' This mattress is heavy and expensive, but Alex thinks it's worth the price.
How we test mattresses
As the resident Sleep Editor at Homes & Gardens, I lead a team of expert testers in the search to find the world's best mattress. Together, we represent a wide range of ages, sleep styles and body types and we live right across the country. We sleep on a mattress for a minimum of 30 nights to get a good indication of long-term performance before we write our reviews. To learn more about how we test mattresses, consult our guide.
We assess each mattress against the same criteria: pressure relief; thermoregulation; motion isolation; and edge support. To assess pressure relief, we lie down on the mattress and flip between our stomachs, backs, and sides, considering how comfortable the mattress feels in each position. To assess thermoregulation, we switch off our AC to sleep through all weathers, making note of any night where we wake up in a sweat.
To assess motion isolation, we fill a glass with water and set it in the middle of the mattress. Then, we take a weight and place it on the mattress, moving incrementally closer to the glass. The more the glass moves, and the more water spills, the worse the motion isolation, and the less suitable the mattress for couples and light sleepers. To assess edge support, we sit on the side of the mattress and measure how far we fall. The further we sink, the worse the edge support, and the harder it might be to get into and out of bed.
We also consider the practical aspects of mattress shopping, including sleep trials, warranties, and delivery. We like to compare our findings against verified customer reviews before bringing it back to the price of the mattress to help you determine value for money.
FAQs
How does a cooling mattress work?
It all depends on the mattress type. A cooling hybrid mattress relies on the compression and depression of innerspring coils to optimize airflow and boost breathability. In other words, there is more air in a hybrid mattress than a memory foam mattress, which makes it that much easier to dissipate heat and wick moisture.
With that said, you do get cooling memory foam mattresses, too, although they're few and far between. Thick, dense memory foam tends to trap heat, but gel memory foam does a better job at heat dissipation. When you're shopping for the best cooling mattress, keep an eye out for memory foam models with copper or graphite infusions.
Is a cooling mattress worth it?
In certain cases, yes. If you've tried everything, and you're still struggling to sleep in the heat, then switching to a cooling mattress might be your best bet − and last resort. I would suggest a cooling mattress for seriously hot sleepers, as well as anyone who lives in a warmer climate.
If you're buying on a budget, and you can't justify the cost of a cooling mattress, then I would recommend one of the best cooling mattress protectors or the best cooling mattress toppers and pads, instead. Any of these should keep your bed and body cool for a fraction of the price of a new mattress.
If you're a seriously hot sleeper, then you needn't stop at a cooling mattress. The best cooling sheets would lie closer to your skin, keeping you cool from the outside in, while the best cooling comforter is ideal for hot sleepers who still like a layer.
Now that you've cooled down your bed, it's time to tackle the rest of the bedroom. It's worth learning how to keep a bedroom cool and getting rid of all the things making your bedroom too hot.
