The Best Cheap Mattresses for Better Sleep, Night After Night

You’ll probably spend close to a third of your life on your mattress, and choosing the correct one can ensure that you wake up refreshed, alert, and ready to take on the day. Unfortunately, mattresses are notoriously expensive, and with so many sizes, materials, and types to choose from, purchasing one can be intimidating. To help budget-minded customers find a cost-effective mattress that will fit their specific needs, we assembled this list of popular models, all of which cost under $750.

Best Cheap Mattresses

What to Consider

The most important factor to consider when choosing a mattress is its size. If you already have a bed frame and are replacing an existing mattress, you must choose a mattress that will fit the frame. If you’re not sure of your mattress' size, take out a tape measure and double-check (this 5-minute step can save you an enormous headache down the line). This American Mattress size chart should tell you everything you need to know about the differences in measurements, and which size is best for you and your bedmate.

Next, consider the different types of mattresses out there. The most common types are memory foam and hybrid. Memory foam contours to your body as you lay down, providing all-over support and taking pressure and weight off areas like your hips and shoulders. While this creates a soft, comfortable foundation, memory does have a tendency to trap heat, and might not be ideal for sleepers that tend to overheat. Hybrid mattresses typically use a combination of both memory foam and traditional inner-springs. Hybrid mattresses tend to be more firm and “springy,” and since the springs promote air flow, are typically cooler than memory foam. These springs do make hybrid mattresses heavier, however, so they’re not as easy to move into place.

How We Selected

We’ve used both memory-foam and hybrid mattresses before, and used this experience help assemble our list of top picks. We then reviewed several trusted review sites that have performed hands-on testing with a variety of mattress brands and types, which helped narrow down our selections a bit more. Finally, we used our $750 limit to filter out expensive options, landing on the final picks you see here.

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