11 Best Cheap Mattresses That Won’t Break the Bank (or Your Back)

This just in: You don’t have to drop a ton of cash to get a hybrid mattress, and this v affordable option is proof. It’s topped with a layer of copper- and charcoal-infused memory foam, underneath which you’ll find a base layer of pocketed coils—which give the mattress bounce and support—and a high-density foam base. It’s not the cushiest mattress out there, but for those who like firmer support, this is a very solid choice.

• Type: Hybrid
• Height: 10 inches
• Firmness: 7/10 or slightly firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
• Trial Period: 100 nights
  

THE REVIEW: One reviewer writes, “I bought my first Allswell right out of college when I was on a hunt for an affordable mattress. Five years later, I bought four more—one for each guest bedroom. Every person who stays at my house is obsessed with this mattress and is shocked when I tell them that it’s this affordable/from a box. Genuinely cannot rave about it enough!!!”

For an affordable mattress that doesn’t sacrifice quality for price, go with this all-foam option from Nectar. This fan-fave mattress boasts a thick 12-inch profile, which is made up of a gel-infused memory foam comfort layer, polyfoam transitional and support layers, and a cooling cover made from polyester, nylon, and polyethylene. And thanks to its medium-firm feel, this bb provides both body-cradling sinkage and pressure-relieving support.

• Mattress Type: Foam
• Height: 12 inches
• Firmness: 6/10 or medium firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
• Trial Period: 365 nights

THE REVIEW: “I am 59 years old and have to say this is the best mattress I’ve slept on,” writes one tester. “I have back, hip, and shoulder pain and am a side sleeper (because of chronic tonsil and sinus issues), but this mattress gives me a fantastic night sleep! I love it!”

Looking for a high-profile mattress that won’t set ya back too much cash? Go with this very luxe hybrid mattress from DreamCloud, which boasts a 14-inch profile (!!) made up of memory foam, polyfoam, and pocketed coils. Thanks to its thicker comfort system, this mattress offers an A+ blend of contouring and support—and it even comes topped with a quilted cashmere cover for an extra touch of luxury.

• Mattress Type: Hybrid
• Height: 14 inches
• Firmness: 6.5/10, or medium firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King, Split King
• Trial Period: 365 nights

THE REVIEW: “I love this bed!” one review reads. “I was hesitant about getting a bed in a box, but it exceeded all expectations. It’s soooo comfortable. It’s soft at the top but a sturdy medium firmness. My boyfriend’s a back sleeper and I’m a side/stomach sleeper. We both get a great night’s sleep. It also keeps us cool at night. It’s such a great feeling to get in bed on top of a cool mattress. 5 stars!”

People tired of waking up in a puddle of sweat should turn their attention to this cooling mattress from Novilla. Made up of a gel-infused foam layer, polyfoam, and pocket coils to optimize airflow, this option sleeps amazingly cool—and it even comes topped with a bamboo rayon cover to help regulate your temp. Best of all, it is WAY cheaper than your average hybrid mattress but will still give you the responsiveness you’d expect. Oh, and side note: It’s also available in a 12-inch model.

• Type: Hybrid
• Height: 10 inches
• Firmness: 6.5/10 or medium firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
• Trial Period: 30 nights

THE REVIEW: “This hybrid mattress is phenomenal!” one buyer raves. “The gel memory foam enhanced cooling feature is really amazing. It keeps your body temperature stable, so you don’t get hot when sleeping. The motion isolation is another feature that we love. Highly recommend this Novilla mattress. We are so impressed, and it has exceeded our expectations!”

If you’re someone who likes the feel of a springy, supportive bed, then you should try one with a latex layer, like this hybrid mattress from Lucid. This pick features two comfort layers—one made of buoyant and the other of moldable, gel-infused memory foam—as well as a support layer of pocketed coils, giving the mattress a fab balance of comfy pressure relief and responsiveness. Need a lil more cushion? This mattress also comes in a 12-inch model.

• Type: Hybrid
• Height: 10 inches
• Firmness: 7/10 or slightly firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
• Trial Period: 30 nights
  

THE REVIEW: “I spent many hours researching different brands and this was the best bang for the buck. Best decision ever,” one review reads. “We wanted a firm bed. This is the one! It is very firm but seems to cradle your curves without too much give. The latex allows a nice recoil, yet allows for movement without disturbing your partner. Love our bed!!!”

Lovers of plush, slow-sinking foam mattresses will wanna check out this bestseller from Zinus. With three inches of memory foam and two inches of transitional polyfoam, this 12-inch model lets ya sink right in for ah-mazing pressure relief. What’s especially cool about this mattress is the unique memory foam, which has green tea extract and charcoal infusions designed to absorb moisture and fight odor buildup. Don’t need as much cushion? You can always opt for the 6-, 8-, or 10-inch version of this mattress instead.

• Type: Foam
• Height: 12 inches
• Firmness: 5/10 or medium soft
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, Short Queen, King
• Trial Period: 100 nights

THE REVIEW: According to one buyer, “This mattress is like lying on a cloud that hugs you in all the right places. You sink right in but not too much. I’m a side sleeper, and this works perfectly for me. If you need a budget mattress, this is fantastic.”

Another great all-foam pick, this mattress from Nectar’s sister company Siena is seriously high quality (and so, so affordable). The tri-layer design includes a layer of gel-infused memory foam followed by two layers of polyfoam, all topped with a cooling poly-blend cover. Reviewers love how it provides amazing motion isolation and cushy pressure relief—and you’d never guess that it costs a mere $400.

• Mattress Type: Foam
• Height: 10 inches
• Firmness: 6/10 or medium firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
• Trial Period: 180 nights

THE REVIEW: “I loved this mattress straight out of the box,” one reviewer notes. “There was no funky smell—it was instantly comfortable and easy to unbox. I did want to add some height to it, so I got a 4-inch mattress topper to put on top of it, but it wasn’t necessary for the comfort. Highly recommend!! This is better than any of our other memory foam mattresses we’ve purchased.”

If you’re someone who often changes positions in the night, then a springy, highly responsive mattress is a must. That’s why combo sleepers love this mattress from Awara, which provides a thin layer of bouncy natural latex over firm pocketed coils. Reviewers also love how this eco-friendly option is topped with moisture-wicking wool and encased in a cotton-blend cover, both of which work to keep you from experiencing those dreaded night sweats. And JSYK, finding an organic mattress under $1,000 is srsly rare.

• Mattress Type: Hybrid
• Height: 10 inches
• Firmness: 6.5/10 or medium firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
• Trial Period: 365 nights

THE REVIEW: “This bed was a dream from the first night’s sleep,” raves one tester. “I am delighted with it. No aches and pains when I wake up and equally comfortable when I sleep on my back or side. This is miraculous to me after what I went through with another more expensive brand that left me in pain.”

If you share a bed, then having a mattress with decent motion isolation is key—and this bed from Canadian company Silk & Snow is specifically designed to absorb motion transfer. This hybrid model is composed of an antimicrobial cover, a top layer of quilted cooling polyfoam, a comfort layer gel memory foam, and a zoned pocketed coil core, all of which help to keep you from feeling your partner’s every move during the night.

• Mattress Type: Hybrid
• Height: 12 inches
• Firmness: 6/10, or medium firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King, Split King
• Trial Period: 100 nights

THE REVIEW: According to one tester, “My husband and I were incredibly nervous about ordering a mattress online without trying it out. We finally settled on this one based on reviews and cost and we are so happy we did! The delivery was seamless, and the mattress regained its shape within a few hours after unpacking it. No funky odors. Sleeps relatively cool as advertised. Firm but the top is cushiony. Minimal movement transfer. We’re sleeping much better than we did with our previous mattress as well!”

Calling all back sleepers: This firmer-than-average all-foam mattress is calling your name. Designed by German engineers, this bed combines a mix of Airgocell foam, memory foam, and dense poly foam for deep pressure relief as well as zoned support sections to give it some structure. If you want a supportive foam mattress that still gives you some contouring, then this is the one for you.

• Type: Foam
• Height: 10 inches
• Firmness: 7/10 or slightly soft
• Available Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King
• Trial Period: 100 nights

THE REVIEW: As one customer writes, “As someone who works a 9-to-5 job sitting at a desk all day and lifts heavy weights frequently, I have developed serious lower back issues over time. As such, it was important for me to find a mattress that would conform to my spine and enhance my sleep quality. Luckily, I stumbled upon Emma’s memory foam mattress, and I could not be happier with my purchase. Getting out of bed in the morning, I feel refreshed and ready to start my day.”

Hi, did you know that Leesa has a budget-friendly all-foam mattress? Made with a knit polyester cover, a layer of contouring memory foam, and two layers of stabilizing polyurethane foam, you should’'t expect a classic memory foam feel from this bb. Instead, it provides impressive support and pressure relief with a firmer-than-average feel, which both back and stomach sleepers will <3.

• Mattress Type: Foam
• Height: 10 inches
• Firmness: 7.5/10 or slightly firm
• Available Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
• Trial Period: 100 nights

THE REVIEW: “This Leesa mattress is amazing!” one review reads. “It is SO comfy. We’ve been sleeping on it for a few months now and we sleep great—I don’t feel my partner moving around or getting up as much as I used to, and when I lie down, I can feel the pain in my back being relieved. Definitely worth the money and so easy it get into an apartment or upstairs.”