These Are the 8 Best Cooling Mattresses for Hot Sleepers After Testing 250

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Side sleepers and those who want the plush comfort of memory foam with an instantly icy feel

HOW IT COOLS: Under the cool-to-the-touch cover, the mattress has layers of copper-infused foam over breathable coils for added air flow. The optional cloud pillow-top uses foam infused with Phase Change Material (PCM).

Most soft mattresses use memory foam, which is known to retain heat, but this one is designed with cooling technology that pulls heat away from your body. It's a hybrid, which combines cushy foam with breathable coils and feels cool to the touch.

How it performed in our tests:

✔️ Temperature control: Many hybrid beds claim to sleep cool, but our consumer testers noticed a real difference with this one. GH Home Reviews Analyst Amanda Constantine, who has slept on several cooling mattresses, calls this one of her favorites. “There’s an initial icy feel when I lie down, which fades while I sleep, but I rarely wake up too warm. If I do, adjusting my position brings instant relief,” she said.

✔️ Plush comfort: Other users praised the soft feel, comparing it to a cloud. Constantine shared, “I’ve never slept on a more comfortable mattress—whether at home, in a hotel, or elsewhere.” This bed ran slightly soft in our tests, so if you prefer a medium-soft feel, I'd recommend the Medium option.

✔️ Pressure relief: Our side-sleeper testers were impressed with how the bed contoured to their hips and shoulders. One shared, "You melt into the mattress, and it conforms to your body." Others reported less hip and lower back pain.

✔️ Pillow-top upgrade: Brooklyn Bedding recently upgraded the optional pillow-top (which costs extra) with cushy PCM-infused foam. The cooling tech has performed well in our tests when used in other mattresses, but we haven't seen it infused directly in the foam. We're currently in the process of testing the newest iteration.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Anyone willing and able to invest in a top-quality mattress with innovative and proven cooling capabilities

HOW IT COOLS: Under its cool-to-the-touch cover, various layers are designed to absorb, diffuse, and disperse heat, thanks to its Phase Change Technology. The popular Medium Hybrid style also adds coils for more breathability.

While most cooling mattresses simply feel cool to the touch, this innovative mattress uses unique Phase Change Technology that's been proven to keep you feeling up to 10 degrees cooler than usual all night. It's expensive, but if you're willing to invest in a premium mattress with proven cooling capabilities, the LuxeBreeze is one of the best. Plus, it's made with Tempur-Pedic's famous high-quality foam.

The brand also offers the ProBreeze mattress, which keeps you up to 5 degrees cooler instead of 10 at a lower price.

How it performed in our tests:

✔️ Temperature control: In our tests, the brand's cooling technology paid off with unanimous praise. One tester said, "I’m not overheating throughout the night as often (if ever!), which used to happen pretty frequently [on my old mattress]." I was also impressed by the brand's robust testing data, which proved how cool the mattress sleeps compared to a standard foam bed.

✔️ Precise support: What sets Tempur-Pedic's foam apart is how it slowly adapts to your body for precise support. As one tester said, "It contours to the body like no other." This is great for maintaining a neutral spinal alignment, which is key for alleviating back and hip pain. Still, as a result, the dense foam can feel a bit firmer than you'd initially expect.

✔️ Quality motion isolation: The brand's all-foam models excel when it comes to motion isolation, which is great for couples with different schedules. The hybrid variation also fares well, but isn't as impressive due to the coils.

RELATED: Tempur-Pedic Mattresses Review

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Sleepers looking for breathability and firm support above all else, and those who need full-service delivery

HOW IT COOLS: It doesn't have any added cooling features like the other mattresses in our round-up, but it's made with two layers of coils, which are inherently more breathable than foam-forward styles.

For anyone who prefers the feel of a traditional innerspring over foam, I'd recommend the Saatva Classic. It's one of the best mattresses we've tested and is designed for maximum breathability and support. It's available in three firmness levels: Plush Soft, Luxury Firm, and Firm. We also like that the brand offers free white-glove delivery and removal with a generous year-long sleep trial (minus a pick-up fee for returns).

How it performed in our tests:

✔️ Temperature control: Over 100 Saatva owners on our panel—including many hot sleepers—agreed that they slept at a comfortable temperature throughout the night. Several brought up its cool nature and told us it was an improvement over other foam and innerspring beds they've owned. "I love how comfortable this mattress is," shared one tester. "It keeps us at the right temperature, especially not too hot."

✔️ Top-notch support: In our surveys, respondents consistently highlighted its supportive feel; several consumer testers even found it helped ease their chronic back pain. Others praised the edge support, which they said made it easier to get in and out of bed. "I appreciate the support this mattress has provided with alleviating my back and neck pain," said a tester. The caveat is that the mattress tends to run a bit firm as a result, so it's not ideal for those who want a plush bed.

✔️ Excellent customer service: Saatva also stands out for its top-notch service. Some users were surprised by how quickly they got through when calling the customer support hotline, receiving near-instant attention compared to the all-too-common long wait times many expect.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Saatva Classic Mattress

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Sleepers who like the classic feel of coils and the sink-in pressure relief found in foam. It's also great for couples due to its top-notch motion isolation.

HOW IT COOLS: The mattress is wrapped in a cool-to-the-touch cover that's designed to wick away moisture over a top layer of foam infused with carbon fiber over pressure-relieving foam plus airy zoned coils.

A recent GH Bedding Awards winner, this hybrid mattress from Serta combines foam and coils to support your whole body for ultimate comfort to help reduce soreness. The foam is ventilated to allow more airflow, and the individually wrapped coils offer firm support and improved motion isolation. It's available in a variety of firmness levels and heights, though price will vary: The higher "levels" are taller, having more comfort layers for extra pressure relief.

How it performed in our tests:

✔️ Temperature control: Whether it was hot or cold outside, testers found that they maintained a comfortable body temperature when sleeping on this mattress. "The surface feels mysteriously icy in a pleasant way," noted a tester. "The mattress is not too cool in the wintertime, so it is comfortable year-round." Some testers rated the dark navy cooling mattress cover lower for appearance, while others liked that it camouflaged stains.

✔️ Just-right firmness: Testers highlighted that the Medium firmness offered spot-on support and plushness. They all gave perfect scores across the board for support, comfort and overall satisfaction. One tester shared, "I like that it is not too firm but still conforms to my body without pressure."

✔️ Superior motion isolation: When sharing a bed with a partner, a mattress that doesn't move even when one person is tossing and turning is crucial. The individually wrapped coils help enhance motion isolation. "I like the fact that I can't feel my husband moving in the night if he does flop over or when the dogs jump on the bed," shared one tester.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: People with chronic joint pain who need a pressure-relieving bed that won't compromise on long-term support

HOW IT COOLS: The brand's foam is injected with microscopic pockets of air to maximize ventilation. This means that the foam is inherently more breathable than memory foam with perforations.

For those who suffer from pain in their shoulders, hips, or lower back, maintaining a neutral spinal alignment while sleeping is key. Our top-tested recommendation is Nolah's Original Mattress, which comes backed by dozens of positive reviews from our consumer testers and panelists, who swore it made all the difference for their back and hip pain.

How it performed in our tests:

✔️ Temperature control: While foam is known for trapping heat, our testers told us this one sleeps surprisingly cool compared to others they've owned, despite the lack of cooling technology.

✔️ Pressure-relieving and responsive foam: The specialized foam contours well to your body without sinking in too much, for a more balanced feel. Many users who've suffered from back, hip, and shoulder pain told us this bed notably eased their discomfort. One praised the model for its comfort, and shared that it "offers support while still cradling pressure points." Another told us, "[This mattress was] significantly helpful in relieving back pain for my husband, who has scoliosis."

✔️ Shorter height: Our reviewers were surprised by how comfortable this slim mattress felt, and one liked how well it slotted into her sleigh-style bed. The caveat is that the 10-inch height may be too low for those with mobility issues, depending on the height of your bed frame.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Nolah Original Mattress

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Shoppers who aren't sure what level of firmness or cooling they prefer and want the ability to change it as they please

HOW IT COOLS: A fan inside the bed works with layers of ceramic-gel-infused foam to actively pull heat away from the body.

Sleep Number beds are famous for their air-filled chambers that let you pick your perfect firmness level so you can get comfortable whether you're a side, stomach, or back sleeper. The Climate Cool offers even more adjustability: You can pick from various levels of cooling for each side of the bed.

How it performed in our tests:

✔️ Temperature control: Testers were impressed by the cooling controls, which they compared to a "built-in air conditioner." One liked being able to decide when she wanted to use the cooling fan and how cool she wanted her side of the bed to be, but noted that the fan isn't completely silent.

✔️ Customizable firmness: Being able to choose your firmness level (or your 'number') is great for those who aren't sure what level of firmness is right for them, as well as for couples with different firmness preferences. This functionality comes at a premium, but reviewers on our panel said it was well worth the cost. The price also includes the compatible base.

✔️ Smart sensors: One of our experts said, "I was really impressed with how it learned and reacted to my body. It didn't feel gimmicky, seemed really intelligent, and actually worked."

✔️ Optional sleep tracking: If you want to know more about your sleep quality and habits, the brand's app has it all. Our most recent tester commented, "The app is super informative and has given me a lot of insights into my sleep patterns and even my circadian rhythm."