How to Compare the Best Bed Mattresses

Choose the best mattress for a perfect night's sleep.

Choosing the best mattress for your bed is an important decision, and you should compare a number of mattress styles before settling on your favorite. Choices can be overwhelming, so narrow down your options and compare the benefits and features carefully.

Style

Try out several mattress styles, including spring, connected coil, independent coil, memory foam, pillow top and waterbed mattresses, before you even consider making a purchase. Eliminate any category that you don't care for to simplify the process. Take notes about each variety so that you remember specific points, then go home and think about your next steps before moving forward.

Quality

No matter which type of mattress you choose, quality is a key deciding factor. Look for superior construction regarding coils or foam and eliminate mattresses with frayed or cheap-looking seams and edges. Use price as an indicator and analyze any deals that seem too good to be true.

Warranty

Check for warranty specifications and limits. A longer warranty will benefit you, and will indicate the company's level of confidence in a particular model.

Testing

Wear loose clothing to test mattresses, and take your time on each one. Compare your comfort level for each and make notes so that you remember which ones you liked the best. Go to more than one shop and test identical models for consistency.

References

• Spine Health: Mattress Guidelines for Sleep Comfort
• Choose a Mattress: 10 Things You Need to Know Before Buying a Mattress