Our pick
WinkBed
A quilted cover, pocketed coils, and foamy top give this bed a pleasingly hefty hybrid feel. But there are no handles, so you’ll need help moving it up any stairs.
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*At the time of publishing, the price was $1,800.
The 13½-inch-thick WinkBed has been a consistent crowd-pleaser since we started testing it, in 2019. It’s a sturdy-feeling mattress for those who like a solid construction and muted springiness.
The Luxury Firm model has a squarely medium-firm feel; the Softer model is notably plusher, with less springiness and more of a cushy cuddle.
Coils around the perimeter provide decent edge support, and they should keep the edges from slumping over time, so you’ll be less likely to deal with sagging years from now. And because those coils are individually wrapped, you’ll have good motion isolation.
The WinkBed is heavy, and it doesn’t have handles—so make sure you have someone on hand to help you move it. You have 120 nights to try it out.
Our pick
Saatva Classic
Offering a classic innerspring bounce paired with a cushy top, this bed is for those who want to nestle in without being engulfed. But it doesn’t have the best motion isolation.
The Saatva Classic is the most affordable innerspring mattress we’ve found that still looks and feels luxurious. The Luxury Firm version’s 3-inch Euro top (a layer of padding sewn under the fabric cover) feels more plush than pillowy, so you feel nestled in.
Smaller pocketed coils make for a supportive, resilient top. But thanks to this bed’s memory-foam and cotton-blend padding, it relieves pressure just as well. For even more pressure relief, particularly if you’re a side-sleeper, consider the more-pillowy Plush Soft.
The Saatva Classic has fewer support coils and transfers a bit more motion compared with the WinkBed. The Saatva comes in thicknesses of 11½ and 14½ inches, and you have 365 nights to try it.
Our pick
Charles P. Rogers Estate SE
This flippable two-piece mattress is made with high-quality, durable materials—such as latex and extra-sturdy coils—that are rare at this price. But it’s heavy, and if you want help setting it up you’ll likely have to pay extra.
Buying Options
*At the time of publishing, the price was $2,000.
The 13-inch-thick Charles P. Rogers Estate SE combines high-quality materials, such as extra-strong coils and durable, breathable latex, in an unusual two-piece design. This mattress should last a long time, even for those who weigh more than 200 pounds.
The top comfort piece, made from supple, breathable Talalay latex and other fibers, cushions and conforms to your body with a slight springiness that doesn’t feel sinky or poufy. The bottom piece has a coil count similar to that of more expensive mattresses, as well as firmer latex, which makes the mattress particularly supportive. It’s flippable, so you can choose between medium-firm or slightly firmer support.
The mattress ships in two boxes, but it’s heavy, and setup is likely to be a two-person job (the company offers white-glove delivery for an extra $200). You can try the bed for 100 days and return it for a refund if you don’t like it (minus transportation costs).
Budget pick
IKEA Hesstun (Medium Firm)
Far from flimsy, this inexpensive mattress has features—such as curve-conforming microcoils and a plush Euro top—that are normally found in more expensive mattresses. But if you don’t like it, you have to drive it back to IKEA for an exchange.
Buying Options
*At the time of publishing, the price was $550.
It’s hard to find a decent cheap innerspring, but the IKEA Hesstun in Medium Firm wowed our testers with its combination of comfort and affordability. At just under 13 inches, it looks and feels more substantial than the price tag suggests.
Microcoils and quilted foams in its Euro top create a plush, pressure-relieving surface, and coils in the lower layers provide medium-firm support. Due to its relatively firm support, it’s best for back- and stomach-sleepers.
The white cotton-rayon cover isn’t fancy, but it feels sturdy and looks sleek. We also love that the Hesstun is available to try out at IKEA locations. You have 90 days to exchange the mattress (you may have to haul it back to the store yourself). There’s also a delivery fee.
Upgrade pick
Stearns & Foster Estate Rockwell
This lofty, upscale-looking bed updates the strong support you might expect from a classic innerspring with a memory-foam cushioning. Its prominent quilting style isn’t for everyone, though.
Buying Options
*At the time of publishing, the price was $2,200.
The lofty Stearns & Foster Estate Rockwell is the most supportive-feeling mattress we’ve tested. The extra thickness and quilted, pressure-relieving surface evoke that of a five-star hotel bed (thanks to memory foam created by Tempur-Pedic).
The 15-inch Pillow Top Firm version’s overall medium-firm feel will serve back- and stomach-sleepers best. For side-sleepers, we recommend the 14½-inch Luxury Plush, which feels just as supportive (some might describe it as firm) but offers slightly more cradling and give.
Some of our testers didn’t care for the “bumpy” texture created by the deep quilting on the surface, however. Return policies depend on where you purchase it.
