Why we chose the Helix Midnight Luxe as the Best Overall Cooling Mattress

We chose the Helix Midnight Luxe as the Best Overall Cooling Mattress because it regulates temperature well while maintaining comfort and support. Its hybrid design layers plush memory foam between breathable coils and a heat-wicking Tencel cover. The optional GlacioTex cooling cover conducts heat away from the body for even more cooling comfort, earning the Midnight Luxe a 4/5 for cooling in our tests. Helix also offers an optional CoolForce layer made with graphite ribbons embedded in the mattress to pull more heat away from your body, an important feature for exceptionally hot sleepers. “Graphite is a great conductor of thermal energy,” said Bailey. The Midnight Luxe also earned top scores for pressure relief and edge support, making it an all-around supportive, comfortable mattress for hot sleepers. 

Our testing experience with the Helix Midnight Luxe

Testers confirmed that the GlacioTex cover felt cool to the touch. “When I run my hands over the top, the quilted part on the top especially feels cool,” said one of our testers. We measured the mattress's surface temperature after our testers lay on it, and the Midnight Luxe registered just under 72 degrees, which was cooler than roughly two-thirds of the mattresses we tested. 

In addition to staying cool, the Midnight Luxe had even support (4/5), no matter what sleeping position our testers preferred. “My body feels equally supported all over,” said Chris, a 66-year-old back sleeper with a higher body weight. Pressure mapping showed the Helix Midnight Luxe had one of the top scores for back pressure relief (4/5). It also had strong edge support, which can make getting in and out of bed safer and easier for older adults. “I don’t need to use my hands for balance or support,” said Chris. “The support feels even throughout, not like I have more support on the edge versus the center of the bed.”

Between the GlacioTex cooling cover, breathable layers, and responsive coils, the Midnight Luxe stood out as one of the best cooling mattresses for maintaining a comfortable sleeping temperature.

Who is the Helix Midnight Luxe right for?

The Helix Midnight Luxe is a great option for hot sleepers who want a cooling mattress that still feels plush and supportive in any sleeping position. It has responsive support and strong edges, important for people with chronic pain or those with mobility issues. If you sleep with a partner, you may feel their movements on this mattress, so one with better motion isolation may be a better choice. 

The Helix Midnight Luxe customer experience

• Trial period: 120 nights
• Shipping: Free
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Customer service

You can reach Helix customer service by:

• Phone: Call 831-777-5976, available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
• Text: Texting HELIX to 67069, available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
• Chat: Live chat via the bottom right corner of the website, available seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET
• Email: help@helixsleep.com
• Website: Submit a contact form

Payment options

Credit card payment options include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Other options include Shop Pay, Amazon Pay, PayPal, and Google Pay. Helix offers financing through Affirm and Katapult.

The company currently offers 30% off for military members, first responders, students, and teachers. The discount code can’t be combined with other promotional codes.

Why we chose the Nectar Premier Hybrid as the Best Cooling Mattress for Side Sleepers

We chose the Nectar Premier Hybrid as the Best Cooling Mattress for Side Sleepers because it delivers the plush, contouring support side sleepers need while staying cool all night. Sleeping on your side naturally helps with cooling because your body has less contact with the mattress surface than when sleeping on your stomach or back, said Bailey. The Nectar Premier Hybrid was named our best overall mattress for side sleepers because of its high scores (4.5/5) for support in that position. And it does double duty when it comes to cooling with a combination of phase-change foam that helps conduct heat away from the body and coils that maximize airflow. As a result, the Nectar Premier Hybrid earned a 4/5 score for cooling in our tests. This balance of cooling and support makes it one of the best mattresses for hot sleepers who prefer sleeping on their sides.

Our testing experience with the Nectar Premier Hybrid

In our lab tests, the Nectar Premier Hybrid rose only 7.5 degrees after our tester lay on it for five minutes, reaching just under 72 degrees. This makes it one of the best cooling beds we tested. One tester said, “I can feel a slight air pocket, a space you can feel where there’s more airflow, so when I lie down, I can really feel the cooling at work. This is definitely one of the better mattresses I’ve tested for cooling.” 

The Nectar Premier Hybrid’s combination of coils and cooling foam didn't just help prevent heat buildup. It also helped relieve pressure buildup under the shoulders, hips, knees, and other joints, where pressure is concentrated in side sleepers. When lying on his side, one tester noted, “My spine feels aligned. There is no pressure at all on my hips and shoulders. This is the most comfortable mattress.”  

The Nectar Premier Hybrid scored somewhat lower for motion isolation, a 3.5/5. While it didn’t completely absorb the initial movement of a partner, it kept ripples from spreading across the bed, minimizing nighttime disruptions. If you’re looking for a mattress with better motion isolation, you can read about Nectar’s cooling memory foam mattresses in our Nectar mattress review. Nectar also offers one of the longest trial periods in the industry—a full 365 nights—and a lifetime warranty on all its mattresses for lasting peace of mind.

Who is the Nectar Premier Hybrid right for?

The Nectar Premier Hybrid works well for hot sleepers who prefer to sleep on their side and want both cooling comfort and pressure relief. It may be a good choice for someone with chronic pain or mobility issues. It’s also good for couples as long as neither is a light sleeper. 

The Nectar customer experience

• Trial period: 365 nights
• Shipping: Free, white-glove delivery extra
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Customer service

You can reach Nectar customer service by:

• Phone: Call 888-863-2827, available seven days a week, 24/7
• Email: support@nectarsleep.com
• Chat: Live chat available seven days a week, 24/7

Payment options

Payment options for Nectar include American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, Google Play, PayPal, and Amazon Pay. Nectar offers financing through Affirm and Splitit and offers a lease-to-own option through Acima.

Military members, first responders, and health care professionals take note: you can get an extra 5% discount.

Why we chose the DreamCloud Hybrid as the Best Value Cooling Mattress

We chose the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid because it combines cooling performance, comfort, and quality better than almost any other bed we tested, at a significantly lower cost (a queen size starts at $700). ​​The brand is owned by the same company that makes Nectar, which also made this list, so you’ll get quality for a competitive price, as we discuss in our DreamCloud mattress review. 

The DreamCloud features a cashmere-blend cover that is breathable and soft, and gel-infused cooling foam. Its hybrid coil-and-foam design helps prevent heat buildup and adds responsive support wherever you need it most. In our tests, the DreamCloud earned a 4/5 or higher score for relieving pressure and easing pain, staying cool, and limiting motion transfer. It was also supportive across all sleeping positions, though it could have been stronger in edge support (3.7/5). The DreamCloud Premier Hybrid has similar stats but significantly better edge support (4/5), and it starts at $1,099 for a queen-size. 

Our testing experience with the DreamCloud Hybrid

In our lab tests, the DreamCloud Hybrid mattress had one of the smallest increases of any mattress we tested, just over 6 degrees. That makes it one of the best mattresses for hot sleepers who want a steady, cool surface. One tester said, “The mattress feels temperature neutral when touching it.” After lying on it for five minutes, she went on: “I couldn’t feel it heating up in a way that would cause concern.” This consistent temperature control helped it earn a 4/5 score for cooling.

Beyond its cooling, testers liked the DreamCloud’s mix of bounce, breathability, and comfort. The hybrid design—with both springs and foam—creates airflow through the coils, while the plush top layers provide gentle contouring. The result is a cooling mattress that still feels buoyant and easier to move on. “The mattress is a little more bouncy so it helped me switch positions,” said Ruth, a 70-year-old tester. “I didn't feel like the mattress was fighting me in any way.” She also noted that the back support was excellent. “I don't have any pressure at all,” she said. “I feel like I’m sitting on a cloud. The name checks out!"

Who is the DreamCloud Hybrid right for?

The DreamCloud Classic Hybrid is a good fit for hot sleepers who want a cooling mattress that feels luxurious but costs under $1,000. It’s great for anyone who enjoys a soft, breathable, and slightly bouncy feel, and equally suited for stomach, back, and side sleepers.

The DreamCloud customer experience

• Trial period: 365 nights
• Shipping: White-glove delivery is $199
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Customer service

You can reach DreamCloud customer service by:

• Phone: Call 833-237-3269, available seven days a week
• Chat: Live chat via the bottom right corner of the website, available seven days a week
• Email: support@dreamcloudsleep.com

Payment options 

• Ways to pay
  • American Express
  • Discover 
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • Amazon Pay
  • PayPal
• Discounts? DreamCloud offers an extra 5% off the best on-site offer to military members and their dependents, health care professionals, and first responders. DreamCloud uses SheerID to verify your status.
• Financing? Yes, Affirm, PayPal Credit, Splitit, and Acima

Why we chose the WinkBed Luxury Firm as the Best Cooling Mattress for Pain Relief

We picked the WinkBed Luxury Firm as the Best Cooling Mattress for Pain Relief because it combines cooling comfort with strong, stable support. It has a zoned support system, which means it's firmer where your body needs more alignment, and softer where you need extra pressure relief for the low back and joints. And its high bounce (a perfect 5/5) makes it easier to move around on the bed. Living with chronic pain can affect joints and make movement more difficult, so a mattress that supports joints can be useful. Based on these factors, the Winkbed earned a 4.2/5 for pain relief in our tests, and a 4/5 for accessibility. 

The coils of this hybrid mattress also promote airflow to disperse body heat, and a breathable Tencel cover keeps the surface feeling cool. People with chronic pain or aches often find a cool-feeling mattress soothing for inflammation. Based on our testing, the WinkBed’s exceptional cooling and pain-relief abilities make it a good choice for people living with chronic pain conditions like arthritis, sciatica, or nerve pain. WinkBed was named a winner in both our roundups for these conditions.   

Our testing experience with the WinkBed Luxury Firm

In our tests, the WinkBed Luxury Firm stayed impressively cool, registering a less than 10-degree increase in our heat gun tests. Testers gave it a 4/5 rating for temperature control. “I like how fluffy and cool the top is,” said one of our older adult testers. “It is definitely one of the top ones I’ve tested based on how cool it feels when I immediately touch it. When I lie down, I can feel the cushion and airflow keeping my back a little cooler. This is a solid cooling mattress—definitely above average.” 

Testers noted that the WinkBed gently supported sore joints like memory foam. But because it is a hybrid mattress, it doesn’t trap heat the way foam tends to, and is easier to move around on. Testers gave it a perfect score (5/5) for bounce, which helps with movement. “Although there’s extra quilted fabric on top, I don’t feel like it’s hugging me or making me feel hotter,” said one tester. “I definitely feel more ‘on top’ of this mattress than in, and I think that helps.” 

Testers were also impressed by the WinkBed's even support and gave it 4/5 scores or higher for pressure relief in every sleeping position. “I don’t feel any pressure building at the shoulders and hips, but I still feel support,” said one tester. Our pressure map tests backed this up with equal scores for back and side sleeping, and a 5/5 for stomach sleeping. The one area our testers felt could be improved was edge support. Getting in and out of bed can be more challenging when you have pain, and strong edges can help. But with the WinkBed, “I feel like I can slide easily if I sit close to the edge,” said one of our testers. “There’s too much sinkage to use my hands to get up and down.” The WinkBed Plus had higher marks in this category, and you can read more about it in our  WinkBed mattress review.

Who is the WinkBed Luxury Firm right for?

The WinkBed Luxury Firm is a good choice for people looking for a cool, comfortable bed that may help support sore and achy joints in any sleeping position. For couples looking to shield themselves from being disturbed by a partner’s movement, the WinkBed Plus may be a better choice. But if you appreciate a luxury-style mattress that stays cool, relieves pain, and makes movement easier, this hybrid mattress checks every box.

The WinkBeds customer experience

• Trial period: 120 nights
• Shipping: Free 
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Customer service

You can reach WinkBeds customer service by:

• Phone: Call 855-946-5233, available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET
• Chat: Live chat via the bottom right corner of the website, available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET
• Email: info@winkbeds.com

Payment options

Credit card payment options include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Other options include Shop Pay and Google Pay. WinkBeds offers financing through Bread and Katapult. 

The company currently offers an additional $50 off for military members and their families, first responders, law enforcement, and health care workers. 

Why we chose the Bear Original as the Best Cooling Memory Foam Mattress

We chose the Bear Original as the Best Cooling Memory Foam Mattress because it breaks the mold of traditional memory foam beds that trap body heat. In fact, it earned one of the only perfect 5/5 scores for cooling in our testing, beating many hybrid mattresses. The key is its Celliant cover and graphite-infused cooling gel foam. Celliant is a high-tech fiber that converts body heat into infrared energy, keeping you cool. Some research even found that using celliant fibers in clothing helped improve local circulation and oxygen levels in the body and supported recovery after exercise. Sleeping on Celliant could have a similar effect.¹ 

Combined with graphite-gel foam that conducts heat away from the body, this makes the Bear Original a top pick for active people and hot sleepers alike. “Heat always goes from hot to cold. A good conductor can pull heat really quickly, and graphite is a much better conductor of thermal energy than [traditional] foam,” said Baily. The Bear Original was one of our top picks for the best memory foam mattresses.

Our testing experience with the Bear Original

Our tests found that the Bear Original stayed consistently cool. We noted only about a 3-degree temperature increase in our heat gun tests, one of the smallest changes we’ve ever seen. That’s

why it earned a 5/5 rating for cooling. One tester said, “The cover is cool to the touch and light—there’s not a lot of fabric. I think that helps the cover stay cool.” For an all-foam design, it felt surprisingly breathable and refreshing throughout the night. 

This performance stands out because memory foam is usually known to trap heat. “Because memory foam mattresses contour to the shape of your body, they have a lot more contact with it, and less breathability," Bailey said. "And they are typically made with closed-cell foam, which retains more heat, so sleeping on memory foam tends to be warmer in general.” The Bear Original’s graphite-infused foam and Celliant cover solve that problem by pulling heat away instead of trapping it.

The Bear Original had great motion isolation (4/5), which is more typical of memory foam, making sleeping with a partner disruption-free. It was also surprisingly firm for a foam mattress. Our testers rated it a 9/10 on the firmness scale, compared to the brand's 7.1/10 rating. That makes it easier to move on than softer mattresses. “I don't feel like I'm going to roll off,” said one tester. “I feel really stable. It's comfortable and firm. The top layer feels like it's giving me some comfort, and then the bottom layer is firmer. It's a nice combination. I don't feel an incline or decline or anything. I feel equally supported throughout my whole body.” Testers gave the Bear Original the same marks for support in every sleeping position, but our pressure map tests showed it was best for side sleeping.

Who is the Bear Original right for?

The Bear Original is a good choice for hot sleepers who prefer a foam bed but want to avoid overheating. It is well-suited for couples because of its motion isolation, and is fairly firm and stable for a foam mattress. People with chronic pain might prefer a mattress with greater pressure relief, such as the Bear Elite Hybrid. But the Bear Original can be a smart choice for couples or budget-minded shoppers looking for the best cooling bed that won’t trap heat.

The Bear customer experience

• Trial period: 120 nights
• Shipping: Free, white-glove delivery $175
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Customer service

You can reach Bear customer service by:

• Phone: Call 844-311-0035, available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
• Email: support@bearmattress.com
• Chat: Live chat via the bottom right corner of the website, available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET

Payment options

Bear accepts MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, PayPal, Venmo, and Google Pay. Financing is available through Affirm and ShopPay.

The brand currently offers a 40% discount for military members, first responders, law enforcement, health care workers, and teachers. This discount can’t be combined with other promotional codes.

Why we chose the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe as the Best Cooling Gel Mattress

We chose the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe as the Best Cooling Gel Mattress because of its high-tech cooling design. The bed’s TitanCool gel system uses copper-infused fibers to conduct heat away from the body. The Aurora Luxe also uses phase-change materials, which absorb body heat and convert it into other forms of energy to prevent overheating. This combination keeps the mattress surface cool to the touch, even after hours of sleep. 

We also liked how the Aurora Luxe combines the contouring comfort of a cooling memory foam mattress with the airflow of a hybrid coil base. The bed’s responsive support, especially for back and combination sleepers, assisted with movement, which can benefit people with chronic pain or mobility issues. It also comes in three firmness levels so you can choose the comfort and support that best fit your body. 

Our testing experience with the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe

The Aurora Luxe earned a 4/5 cooling rating in our lab, showing a temperature change of less than 10 degrees during our heat gun tests. Our testers were impressed. “The top feels really cool—probably the coolest one I’ve touched so far,” said one tester. “There’s no extra fabric or any heavy quilting on the top, which I think helps it not feel so bulky and like it’ll retain heat. The top actually feels several degrees colder than everything around it, as if it’s been purposely cooled by 5 degrees. When I lie down on the mattress, I don’t feel heat building up at all, and like I said, every part of my body that’s touching the mattress feels a few degrees cooler than everything else.”

Beyond cooling, testers appreciated the bed’s responsive feel and strong support. The coils made it easier to move around, while the foams provided solid pressure relief for the lower back and hips. One tester said the mattress “comes back up pretty quickly,” which made switching positions smooth. 

The Aurora Luxe’s cooling and comfort come with a few trade-offs. Our testers noted weaker edge support when sitting on the side of the mattress, so it may not be a good option for those who struggle getting in and out of bed. Still, the overall temperature regulation and full-body comfort make this model stand out in our Brooklyn Bedding mattress review.

Who is the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe right for?

The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is a good choice for hot sleepers who want a bed that feels cool from the moment they lie down. It’s especially good for people who overheat easily or need strong back support from a firmer hybrid mattress. With its TitanCool gel system and phase-change surface, this best cooling bed keeps you comfortably cool and supported all night long.

The Brooklyn Bedding customer experience

While mystery shopping, our team found Brooklyn Bedding to be inconsistent with its support hours. The website currently lists the following customer service avenues:

• Phone: Call 623-624-1222, available Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, and Saturday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET 
• Chat: Live chat via the bottom right corner of the website, available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET and Saturday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET
• Email: support@brooklynbedding.com 
• Website: Submit a contact form

Payment options

Accepted credit card payments include: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, Amazon Pay, Shop Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal. Financing through Brooklyn Bedding is available through Affirm.

The company currently offers 5% off for military members, first responders, medical providers, students, and teachers. The discount code can’t be combined with other promotional codes.

Why we chose the Saatva Classic as the Best Cooling Hybrid Mattress

We picked the Saatva Classic Luxury Firm as the Best Cooling Hybrid Mattress because it blends comfort and cooling better than most beds we tested. Its dual coil system boosts airflow to help regulate body temperature. It also features an organic cotton cover with a plush Euro pillow top. The natural materials help wick away heat. In our heat gun tests, the Saatva had barely a 10-degree rise in temperature.

Saatva’s best-selling hybrid mattress also has some of the best all-around support we’ve seen. It earned high marks in our pressure-relief testing across every position. Its combination of bounce and stable edges provides responsive support, making it easier to move around in bed. This can be helpful for people with chronic pain or mobility issues. Saatva also includes free in-room setup, old mattress removal, and one of the longest trial periods in the industry, adding even more value to this premium cooling bed.

Our testing experience with the Saatva Classic

During our tests, the Saatva Classic showed great temperature regulation, staying below a 10-degree change and earning a 4/5 rating for cooling. Our testers noticed how much more airflow this mattress had right away. “The extra quilting on the top is making it a bit more breathable,” said one tester. “I can feel my back against the mattress, but a little bit of air circulation underneath it. I don’t feel like I’m being sucked in by the mattress, which helps breathability.” This design lets warm air escape, helping make the Saatva Classic one of the best cooling beds for all types of sleepers.

Beyond its cooling power, testers also praised its bounce, strong edge support, and pressure relief. The Saatva received no score lower than a 4.5/5 for pressure relief in any position for any of our tests, making it a top performer. The two layers of coils evenly distribute weight, and testers found it easier to change positions due to the springs' responsiveness. The foam layers cushioned pressure points around the shoulders, hips, and other joints. “I feel like the mattress helps move my body,” said one tester. “It springs me and moves with me. When I rolled over, the bed felt supportive, and I didn’t feel like I would fall. I didn’t feel the need to use extra effort.” Another tester commented on its solid edge support, saying, “I feel a hard piping to the edge of the mattress. This has good support, like it helps my body when getting out of bed.” 

Like many hybrids, this mattress was not great at motion isolation, so it may not be a good fit if you sleep with a partner. But Saatva has a great reputation, service, and durability, as you can read more about in our Saatva mattress review. Every mattress has free in-room setup and a lifetime warranty. 

Who is the Saatva Classic right for?

The Saatva Classic Luxury Firm is great for people who prefer a hybrid mattress that stays cool and breathable. It offers excellent support for any sleeping position and cushioning comfort for achy or stiff joints. It may not be the best choice for couples if either one is a light sleeper, but it excelled in every other area of our testing. 

The Saatva customer experience

• Trial period: 365 nights
• Shipping: Free white-glove delivery
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Customer service

You can contact Saatva customer service by:

• Phone: 860-452-3977, available 24/7
• Email: info@saatvamattress.com
• Live chat: Available via the chat icon on the website, 24/7
• Calling or visiting a viewing room

Payment options 

• Ways to pay
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Discover
  • American Express
  • Google Pay
  • PayPal
• Discounts? Yes, find more information here
• Financing: Yes, Affirm