Why our testers chose the Birch Natural as the Best Latex Mattress Overall

The Birch Natural earned its spot as the Best Latex Mattress Overall because it delivers the responsive support most people want in a latex bed. It's made from premium natural materials for a reasonable price. Birch uses certified organic latex that's naturally hypoallergenic and anti-microbial. 

Latex is known for its high bounce, and the Birch Natural scored a perfect 5/5 in that category. That quality helps with mobility, since you can move more easily without sinking in. “It took hardly any effort to move around,” said Chris, 66, one of our testers with a higher weight. “I’m not fighting the material to move at all. Going to the side is really easy, and rolling over to my stomach is really easy.”

According to the brand's rating, this latex hybrid mattress is a true medium-firm(6.5/10). But our testers said it felt firmer, more like an 8/10. That could be in part because of its uniform stability. Our testers were impressed with the great edge support, rating it a 4.67/5. “It’s firm on the edge,” said Chris. “When I’m lying on the edge, I don’t feel like I’m going to roll off at all.” And when sitting on the edge of the Birch Natural, he said, “The edges bounce back quickly when I stand up.”

The Birch Natural also does a nice job with pressure relief, especially for back and side sleepers. “I don’t feel any need for extra support,” said Chris about lying on his side. When he switched to his back, he noted, “My body feels equally supported all over.”

That said, this bed is not for everyone. It scored below average for motion isolation, which may be a problem for couples sharing a bed, especially if one is a light sleeper. When we had our testers try it out with another person, they could feel every movement. “Nothing felt dampened,” our tester said. “It just feels really springy.” 

If you like a bouncy mattress, the Birch Natural can be a good choice. It’s made with high-quality natural materials like organic cotton, wool, and latex, and has durable support where you need it. It’s also a good value, and the least expensive latex mattress on this list.

Who is Birch Natural right for?

The Birch Natural may be a great fit for people looking for a mattress made from natural materials and people who may be sensitive to synthetic materials. It's also a good option for back and side sleepers who want firm, responsive support. Its high bounce and stable edges may help if you have mobility issues or pain. This is likely not the best pick for couples or light sleepers, though, since it doesn’t do much to limit motion transfer.

The Birch Natural customer experience

Trial period: 120 nights

Warranty: Limited lifetime

Shipping: Free, white-glove delivery available for an extra fee

Learn about the brand's full customer experience in our Birch mattress review.

Why our testers chose the Nolah Natural as the Best Organic Latex Mattress 

We chose the Nolah Natural as the Best Organic Latex Mattress because it is made with a double layer of organic latex on top of recycled steel coils with zoned support. It is also GREENGUARD Gold certified to be low in chemical emissions. In addition to being constructed from quality organic materials, the Nolah Natural was one of the best latex mattresses we tested for temperature regulation.

A breathable organic cotton cover, perforated latex, and individually wrapped coils encourage airflow. Our testers noticed how well this mattress prevented heat buildup. “This mattress has a cozy feeling lying on it, but doesn’t feel warm,” said one tester. “I would say more temperature neutral overall. It didn’t feel hot or uncomfortable.” Our heat gun tests confirmed the Nolah Natural had the lowest temperature increase of any mattress on this list. That earned it a 4/5 cooling score without synthetic cooling materials.

The Nolah Natural also had high scores for bounce and edge support (5/5 for each). “I had to use a lot of effort to push my hand through the mattress, and it springs right back,” said one tester. “It’s not like my memory foam mattress at home, where the pressure from my hand takes a while to respond.” That responsive feel helps when getting in and out of bed or changing positions. It also led testers to rate the back and side support highly. “I feel like I am on the mattress more than in the mattress,” said one. “My body is barely sinking in. I like to feel a little more cradled in my mattress, but this mattress has great support.” 

Strong edges helped testers feel secure when sitting and lying near the edge. “When I am lying on my back, I am not tilting towards the edge at all,” said one. “This is very comfortable and I feel very supported.” When seated, a tester noted, “I am barely sinking into the mattress and I don’t feel like I am going to slide off. I can exit the bed completely without using my hands.”

Because the Nolah Natural is so bouncy, it earned its lowest scores for motion isolation. “This bed was more noticeable with motion in comparison to others,” said one tester. “Every little movement could be felt. I think the average sleeper would do fine with this mattress, but if you are a light sleeper or if you or your partner have to exit the bed a lot through the night, it might not be the best for you.”

Who is the Nolah Natural right for?

The Nolah Natural is best for people who want a certified organic mattress with a cool, breathable feel and strong support. It may work well for back and combination sleepers who like a firmer, bouncy bed. And while organic mattresses often cost more than traditional ones, this one is relatively affordable. Only our overall pick, the Birch Natural, costs less.

The Nolah Natural customer experience

• Trial period: 120 nights
• Shipping: Free white-glove delivery for orders over $1,500, $199 under $1,500
• Warranty: Limited lifetime

Customer service

You can contact Nolah customer service by:

• Phone: Call 866-403-6615, available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
• Email: support@nolahmattress.com
• Chat: Live chat via the bottom right corner of the website, available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT 

Payment options 

Nolah accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Google Pay, and PayPal. Financing is available through Affirm.

The company currently offers an additional 5% off to military members, first responders, teachers, and health care workers.

Why our testers chose the Saatva Latex Hybrid as Best Latex Hybrid Mattress

Like most mattresses on this list, the Saatva Latex Hybrid has a lot of bounce. Testers gave it a 5/5 and noted that this mattress was easier to move on than many other kinds. "It's pretty easy to switch positions,” said tester Chris, who has spinal stenosis and back pain. “I don’t have any issues moving back and forth because of the mattress, but I do have issues with mobility because of my back. I don’t feel stuck in this mattress.”

The Saatva Natural Latex Hybrid had solid support and good pressure relief (4/5), especially for back and side sleepers. Our testers liked how the zoned support of this mattress helped keep their spines aligned in every position. “I don’t typically sleep on my side, but this feels nice,” said Chris. “The mattress is pretty firm so it supports my hips nicely. It does a great job at aligning my spine.” 

When switching positions, Chris said, “I really like this on my back. It supports my lower back nicely and I have a bad back so I need a more firm mattress. I feel really well aligned and like I could fall asleep. This is one of my favorite mattresses I have tried on my back because I don’t have any pressure points.”

Our testers had mixed opinions on edge support. Sitting on the edge did not feel as stable, especially for heavier sleepers. “The edge support is not the greatest for my weight in the seated position,” said Chris. “The piping on the edge collapsed immediately, but the mattress has good bounce. I did feel like it helped me get out of bed, but it did collapse more than I was expecting for how firm it was.” Lying near the edge felt much better for our testers, with even support across the surface.

The Saatva Natural Latex Hybrid’s main drawback was motion isolation, where it scored below average. Because the mattress is so bouncy, movement can easily travel across the bed. “This mattress is very springy,” said one tester. “The latex materials, while great for responsiveness and bounce, aren’t the greatest for motion isolation. None of the movements disturbed me too much, but I am not a light sleeper. I think I would sleep fine throughout the night without any issues. If you are a light sleeper, latex may not be your best option.”

Saatva has a great reputation for quality and customer service. The brand uses organic materials where possible and includes free in-room setup and removal of old mattresses. That can be a benefit for latex mattresses, which tend to weigh more than other mattresses (a queen-size can be around 100 pounds). 

Who is the Saatva Latex Hybrid right for?

The Saatva Latex Hybrid is best for people who want a firm, bouncy mattress that is easier to move on. It may work well for back sleepers, combination sleepers, and anyone who likes a more lifted feel. We chose it based on its strong pressure relief and high-quality hybrid design. It is not ideal for couples or those who sleep very hot.

The Saatva Latex Hybrid customer experience

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

Learn about the brand's full customer experience in our Saatva Mattress Review.

Why our testers chose the WinkBeds EcoCloud as the Best Cooling Latex Mattress 

We chose the WinkBeds EcoCloud as our Best Cooling Latex Mattress because it had the coolest starting temperature of any mattress in this roundup. In our temperature tests, it rose by fewer than 10 degrees after use, one of the smallest increases we saw. 

The EcoCloud uses a four-inch layer of Talalay latex, a kind of foam that has tiny holes to allow better airflow. Beneath is a layer of individually wrapped coils. This combination helps body heat escape instead of getting trapped, which often happens with other kinds of foam. “The cover is soft and does feel breathable, like there would be some airflow to help not trap in heat,” said one of our testers. Together, these features create a sleep surface that does a good job of preventing overheating.

In our testing, the EcoCloud earned a 4/5 cooling score, the highest among the latex mattresses we tested (tied with Leesa and Nolah). In heat gun tests, it showed only an 8.5-degree temperature increase after use, which points to strong airflow and heat control. 

The EcoCloud was designed to be stable edge-to-edge, with firmer coils around its border to prevent sagging. Our testers could tell the difference and gave this mattress a 4.33/5 for edge support. “I feel safe getting in and out of bed, and don’t feel like I am going to slide off,” said one tester. When lying near the edge, she added, “It’s okay and I don't feel like I am going to fall off. I feel supported. My body is pretty even, and I don’t feel like I’m tilting.” 

The EcoCloud has a very springy feel that is common for latex mattresses. It scored a 5/5 for bounce. Testers said it can take some effort to push down, and the mattress instantly springs back, which helps support you as you move. “I feel on top of the mattress,” said one tester. “This mattress is a little firmer and has the right sinkage where I need it, but it’s not too plush. “I don't feel like I have to use a lot of effort to move around.” 

Because it is so bouncy, the EcoCloud tends to transmit a partner’s movements very easily. That’s why it scored only average for motion isolation in our tests. “I could feel every movement that my partner made, especially big, bouncy movements,” said one tester. Because latex is so responsive, it doesn’t absorb motion as well as softer foam beds. Still, for sleepers who value cooling, airflow, and ease of movement, this trade-off may be worth it.

Who is the WinkBeds EcoCloud right for?

The WinkBeds EcoCloud may be a good fit for people who sleep hot and want a mattress made with natural materials. It can also work well for side and back sleepers who like a firmer, supportive feel with some pressure relief. We chose it based on its strong cooling performance, high bounce, and steady support, which all work together to create a breathable and easier-to-move-on sleep surface.

The WinkBeds EcoCloud customer experience

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

Learn about the brand's full customer experience in our WinkBed mattress review.

Why our testers chose the Leesa Natural Hybrid as the Best Latex Mattress for Side Sleepers

We chose the Leesa Natural Hybrid as the Best Latex Mattress for Side Sleepers because of its high score for pressure relief in that position (4/5). It isn’t super firm, so it lets your shoulders and hips sink in just enough to keep your spine straight when lying on your side. 

When lying on her side, one tester noted, “My side feels really good and my spine down to my hips feels aligned. I feel like my upper half is a little more elevated. Overall I feel pretty comfortable. This mattress is soft and I like that.” The Leesa Natural was also excellent for back sleepers. “I feel amazing on my back,” said a tester. “The mattress is up in my spine and filling my lumbar area in. The pressure relief is excellent.”

The Leesa Natural is as bouncy as most other latex mattresses we tested. It earned a perfect (5/5) score, which can help with changing positions. “Going from side to back is easy,” said one tester. “I feel hugged by the mattress but not stuck or sinking too much.” But she pointed out that the Leesa Natural’s softer feel might make it harder for people of a higher weight to change positions if they sink in too much. 

The Leesa stood out for its excellent motion isolation score (4/5), which is uncommon for latex beds. “When my partner sat down on the edge of the bed, I barely felt the motion,” said one tester. ”The most movement was when my partner lay down on the bed. Changing positions wasn't as bad, but the initial lying down was what was the most noticeable.” This can be helpful for light sleepers who still want that bouncy latex feel without too much disturbance.

The Leesa Natural also stayed cool, with less than a 10-degree temperature increase during testing. “It’s not cool to the touch, but it doesn’t feel like it is heating up as I am lying here,” said a tester. “The breathable natural materials help regulate temperature.” 

The one area where this mattress came up short is edge support. Testers noticed quite a bit of sinkage when sitting or lying near the edge. “Seated, there was too much sinkage and felt like my body was not supported,” said one tester. “The edge moderately collapsed and it was hard to get up. The edge support lying down is better, but I don’t feel like I’m in the middle of the mattress. I can feel the edge and that my body is tilting. If I move a little more towards the center, about a hand’s width away, my body feels much better and equally supported.”

Who is the Leesa Natural Hybrid right for?

The Leesa Natural Hybrid is best for side sleepers who want a softer, more cushioned feel without losing support. It may also work well for combination sleepers who move between side and back. We chose it based on its strong pressure relief, high bounce score, and better-than-average motion isolation compared to other latex mattresses.

The Leesa Natural Hybrid customer experience

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

Customer service

• Phone: Call 844-335-3372, available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, and Saturday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET
• Text: Text 877-548-5145, available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, and Saturday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET
• Chat: Automated chat via the bottom left corner of the website, available 24/7. Live chat with a representative available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, and Saturday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET
• Email: support@leesa.com 
• Submit a contact form on the website

Payment options

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

The company currently offers $50 off for active and retired military members and their family members, as well as teachers, students, medical providers, nurses, and first responders.

Why our testers chose the Avocado Green as the Best Latex Mattress for Stomach Sleepers

The Avocado Green stands out for stomach sleepers because it keeps the spine supported and neutral when lying face down. In our testing, it earned a 4/5 for pressure relief in the stomach sleeping position. “This position is fairly comfortable even though it's not my preferred sleeping position,” said one tester. Stomach sleepers need enough cushioning to stay comfortable, but not so much that their hips sink down and strain the lower back. The Avocado Green provides that balance.

This mattress feels firmer than advertised, which actually helps in this sleep position. Testers rated it an 8/10 for firmness, though its brand rating is a 6/10. “I feel like my body isn’t sinking much in the mattress,” said one tester. “I feel more on top of the mattress than in the mattress. The mattress is firm but not too firm.” That “on top” feel is exactly what many stomach sleepers need.

The Avocado Green is not an innerspring hybrid like many other latex mattresses on this list. It lacks coils but still has a good bit of bounce, though slightly less than other latex beds. It earned a 4/5 in that category. “I felt like I could move around pretty easily,” said one tester. “This mattress is pretty firm and flat and makes it easy to switch positions. The mattress is kind of bouncy so it assists with moving around.” This can be helpful for combination sleepers who shift between lying on their stomach and their back.

The Avocado Green also had solid edges. “Sitting down on the edge, I felt very well supported and that I could easily exit the bed,” said one tester. “The mattress doesn’t collapse much and I don’t need to use my hands for assistance.” When she tried lying down, she said, “My body is tilting slightly, but nothing that causes concern or makes me feel like I could roll out.”

The Avocado Green was only around average at cooling and motion isolation (3/5 for both). It is also the most expensive mattress on this list by far, but that price reflects quality construction and materials. This mattress uses two kinds of certified organic latex, organic wool and cotton, and hand stitching for durability. 

Who is the Avocado Green right for?

The Avocado Green may be best for stomach sleepers who want a firm, supportive mattress that keeps their body lifted. It’s also a good option for people who like a more natural mattress with organic materials. We chose it based on its firm feel, strong edge support, and solid pressure relief for stomach sleeping, even compared to other latex options.

The Avocado Green customer experience

• Trial period: 365 nights
• Shipping: Free
• Warranty: 25 years
• Financing: Yes

Customer service

You can reach Avocado customer service by:

• Phone: Call 657-385-8849, available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET and Saturday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET
• Email: support@avocadomattress.com
• Chat: Via the bottom right corner of the website
• Zoom call: Request a free 30-minute Zoom consultation
• Visiting an Avocado store near you

Payment options

Avocado accepts MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, PayPal, Apple Pay, Amazon pay, Google Pay, and Venmo. Financing is available through Affirm.