Best Mattress for Couples

Finding the best bed that meets the needs of both you and your partner can be difficult, especially if you have different sleeping styles or mattress preferences.

To make your search easier, we share our favorite mattress choices and provide a comprehensive list of what to look for in the best mattress for couples.

Best Mattresses for Couples

 

	Type	Firmness	Price for Queen	Sleep Trial	Warranty
Amerisleep AS3	Open-cell poly-foam	Medium	$1349	100 nights	20 years
Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid	Open-cell poly-foam and pocketed coils	Soft	$1679	100 nights	20 years
Zoma Mattress	Open-cell poly-foam	Medium	$850	100 nights	10 years
Vaya Mattress	Open-cell poly-foam	Medium	$595	100 nights	10 years
The Purple Original	Gel-infused foam	Medium-Firm	$1099	100 nights	10 years
Nest Alexander Signature Hybrid	Copper-infused foam and pocketed coils	Plush/Medium/Luxury Firm	$1499	100 nights	Lifetime

1. Amerisleep AS3

The Amerisleep AS3 mattress is 12 inches tall and contains 3 inches of Bio-Pur®, 2 inches of Affinity, and 7 inches of Bio-Core®. The soft and breathable mattress cover wicks away moisture and enables better airflow.

Bio-Pur® is a plant-based memory foam, breathable, and more responsive than traditional memory foam. Bio-Pur®’s body-contouring properties ensure fewer aches and pains for a better night’s sleep.

Affinity incorporates HIVE® technology—hundreds of hexagonal-shaped segments form 5 zones of support; for a softer feel under the shoulders and hips, and a firmer feel under the head, back, and legs. HIVE® technology evenly relieves pressure points and keeps the body level.

Bio-Core® supports body weight without risk of sagging, evenly distributing weight across the sleep surface.

The Amerisleep AS3 mattress has a medium feel, perfect for side and combination sleepers with optimal pressure relief in the shoulders and hips. Plus, the motion isolation feature of the AS3 means you’re less likely to wake from a partner’s tossing and turning.

Amerisleep includes a 100-night sleep trial and a 20-year warranty, covering sagging greater than 0.75 inches. During the first 10 years, customers receive full coverage of their mattress. During the last 10 years, Amerisleep will choose to either repair or replace the bed at a prorated charge.

2. Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid

The Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid mattress is 14 inches tall and contains 3 inches of Bio-Pur®, 2 inches of Active Flex, 8 inches of pocketed coils, and 1 inch of base foam. The breathable mattress cover offers a soft and cool sleep surface.

Bio-Pur® is plant-based memory foam—during the manufacturing process, plant-based oils partially replace petroleum, producing material more breathable and responsive than traditional memory foam. Bio-Pur® conforms to the body’s natural curves for pressure point relief without feeling stuck.

Active Flex is a highly-responsive foam that immediately bounces back to its original shape when weight is removed. Active Flex provides extra cushioning for enhanced pressure relief.

Individually-wrapped steel coils, or pocketed coils, form a 3-zone support system—softer under the head, shoulders, and legs, and firmer under the back and hips for enhanced lumbar support. Pocketed coils evenly distribute weight and keep the body resting on top without deep sinkage.

The base foam reinforces the top layers and acts as a barrier between the pocketed coil layer and the mattress foundation or floor.

The Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid is a soft mattress, and unlike other soft mattresses, the AS5 Hybrid provides maximum softness without compromising on support. The Amerisleep AS5 Hybrid is the perfect option for side and combination sleepers who need a softer surface for pressure relief in the shoulder and hip areas.

Amerisleep includes a 100-night trial and a 20-year warranty with the purchase of the AS5 Hybrid, protecting against sagging greater than 0.75 inches. During the first 10 years, Amerisleep will repair or replace the mattress free of charge, but after and until the end of the warranty, Amerisleep will repair or replace the bed at a prorated cost.

3. Zoma Mattress

The Zoma Mattress is 11 inches tall with 2 inches of Triangulex™, 2 inches of Reactiv™, and 7 inches of Support+. The polyester blend knit cover wicks away moisture for a cooler surface.

The comfort layer is a gel memory foam incorporating Triangulex™ technology—hundreds of triangular-shaped segments form a 3-zone support system with a softer feel under the head, shoulders, and legs, and a firmer feel under the back and hips.

Reactiv™ is a latex-like transitional layer that provides extra cushion and a responsive bounce, making movement easier at night and relieving more pressure points in the shoulders and hips.

Support+ evenly supports the body without risk of sagging. This base foam layer is built to last and reinforces the top layers of the mattress.

The Zoma mattress is specifically built for athletes and those who live an active lifestyle. The breathable mattress cover combined with airflow-promoting foam layers draw heat away from the body and may improve muscle recovery. For active couples or those with chronic pain, the Zoma mattress may help relieve inflammation for a more restful sleep.

Zoma includes a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty, covering sagging greater than 0.75 inches.

4. Vaya 

The Vaya Mattress is an all-foam which comes at 10 inches in height. The two layers it’s made of are a 2-inch tall Vaya foam layer and an 8-inch tall support poly-foam layer. The mattress is then covered in a synthetic blend material that is designed to wick away moisture and help with temperature control.

The 2-inch tall Vaya foam layer is made from open-cell poly-foam. It conforms to the sleeper’s body, relieving pressure from the body parts that need it most. The open-cell structure is designed to be more breathable compared to traditional memory foam, which adds breathability and airflow. 

The 8-inch tall support layer is made from high-density poly-foam. It’s responsive, yet supportive which allows the spine to stay aligned during the night. This layer also acts as a base and provides the mattress with better stability and longevity.

The Vaya mattress is rated as a Medium, which is the most popular option of firmness in the US. A Medium mattress can comfortably accommodate most types of sleepers. This makes it a great choice for couples, as usually you and your partner won’t share the same sleeping position.

The edge support of the Vaya mattress is good, but not as effective as the Amerisleep mattresses or the Purple mattress. But what it loses in edge support it gains in great motion isolation. The foams within this mattress absorb a great amount of movement, allowing you and your partner a peaceful night. 

Vaya Sleep offers a standard 100-night sleep trial to try out their mattress risk-free. If you don’t think it works for you and your partner after 60 days, you can return it and get your money back. But if you decide that this mattress is a good match, you’ll get a 10-year warranty. This will allow you to replace it free of charge if there are any manufacturing faults.

5. Purple® Original

The Purple® Original mattress is 9.5 inches tall and contains 2 inches of Purple Grid™, 3.5 inches of poly-foam, and 4 inches of high-density poly-foam. The Lycra® blend mattress cover offers a plush, breathable sleep surface.

The Purple Grid™ is temperature-neutral, gel-like material formed into a grid system. The unique structure is different from traditional memory foam mattresses, but the air channels enable better circulation inside the bed for maximum temperature regulation.

The poly-foam transitional layer offers extra cushion while preventing sleepers from sinking too deeply into the mattress. Poly-foam also encourages spinal alignment for a more comfortable sleep.

High-density poly-foam acts as the base layer of the Purple® Original mattress, evenly supporting body weight with little risk of sagging.

The Purple® Original mattress has a medium feel—an excellent option for side and combination sleepers. Medium firmness gives enhanced pressure point relief in heavier sections of the body, like the shoulders and hips. Also, the Purple Grid™ comfort layer automatically adjusts to each sleep position without compromising on comfort and support, making it perfect for couples with differing sleep preferences.

The Purple® Original mattress comes with a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year warranty, covering sagging greater than 1 inch.

6. Nest Alexander Signature Hybrid

The Nest Alexander Signature Hybrid mattress is 13 inches tall and contains 3 inches of TitanChill Endurance Foam®, 1 inch SmartFlow support foam, 8 inches of pocketed coils, and 1 inch of base foam. The thermic phase change mattress cover includes 0.25 inches of gel memory foam as a cooling pillow top.

TitanChill Endurance Foam® is a copper-infused memory foam—copper pulls heat away from the body and may improve local blood flow. TitanChill Endurance Foam® conforms to the body, relieving pressure points without feeling stuck, ensuring a good night’s sleep.

SmartFlow support foam is a transitional foam with ventilation holes, enabling better airflow inside the mattress as an extra cooling feature. SmartFlow also keeps the spine in alignment and provides extra cushion to heavier sections of the body.

Pocketed coils reduce motion transfer, but ensures there’s a nice bounce to the bed, making it easier to switch sleep positions—you may feel your sleep partner’s movements, but it won’t be as noticeable. The pocketed coil support layer also provides excellent edge support, so sleepers won’t feel like falling off the bed. The base foam reinforces the bed’s shape.

The Nest Alexander Signature Hybrid mattress is available in three different firmness levels: plush, medium, and luxury firm—an excellent choice for any sleeper depending on sleep position. For this mattress review, we chose the medium. A medium feel is an excellent option for most sleepers with even support and plush comfort.

Nest Bedding includes a 100-night trial and a lifetime warranty—the warranty lasts as long as the original purchaser has the mattress.

What to Look for When Picking the Best Mattress for Couples

Picking a mattress for yourself is complicated, but choosing a bed for both you and your sleep partner makes finding the best mattress even more difficult. It’s rare for a couple to have the same sleep preferences, which is why it’s crucial to consider mattress type, sleeping position, body type, and available sleep trials, return policies, and warranties before buying a new mattress.

Mattress Size

Different mattress sizes are available, ranging from twin to California king. For couples, a bigger mattress gives more personal space for each side of the bed. Sizes recommended for couples include queen, king, and California king.

Queen Size Mattress

A queen size mattress measures 60 inches by 80 inches—the smallest mattress size for couples. Queen mattresses are more popular for single adults and guest rooms, but for couples on a tight budget and who prefer sleeping close to each other, a queen size may be a good choice.

King Size Mattress

A king size mattress measures 76 inches by 80 inches and is considered the prime choice of couples. King mattresses offer 38 inches of personal space and are also available in split king for couples who don’t want to compromise on sleeping preferences.

California King Size Mattress

A California king size mattress has the same area as a king mattress, except it’s longer and narrower, measuring at 72 inches by 84 inches. California king mattresses may provide 2 inches less of personal space than a king bed, but they offer 4 inches of extra length, perfect for taller couples. While not as widely available as a split king, some mattress manufacturers offer split California king options.

Mattress Type

Each type of mattress provides its own unique feel—sleepers may prefer one material over the other. For example, some want the conforming feel of memory foam, while others want a bouncier feel like an innerspring.

Memory Foam Mattress

Memory foam gained in popularity thanks to its conforming properties. Heat and pressure soften memory foam, forming around the body for pressure point relief. A drawback to memory foam is heat retention because of its dense structure.

To remedy this problem, memory foam mattress manufacturers add cooling features. Plant oils, gel, and copper or graphite regulates temperature and reduces the risk of overheating.

A memory foam mattress contains a comfort layer of memory foam and a support layer of high-density foam.

Innerspring Mattress

Innerspring mattresses are commonly found in households. Also known as the traditional bed, an innerspring mattress has a bouncy surface with better air circulation and edge support thanks to its innerspring coil base.

Drawbacks to innersprings include little pressure relief due to the thin comfort layer (easily fixed by adding a mattress topper for more cushion) and less motion transfer isolation.

An innerspring mattress contains a thin comfort layer of fiberfill or foam and a support layer of innerspring coils.

Latex Mattress

Latex foam shares the same properties as memory foam—motion isolation and conforming pressure relief. Latex, however, has a responsive bounce and sleeps cooler.

There are two types of latex—synthetic and natural. While synthetic latex is created through a chemical process, natural latex is made from rubber tree sap and goes through one of two methods: Dunlop or Talalay. Dunlop produces a denser, more durable latex. Talalay adds polyurethane fillers to achieve its signature soft feel.

Latex mattresses can be pricey, depending on how much natural latex the bed contains. They can also be heavier than the average mattress, weighing between 60 to 250 pounds.

A latex mattress contains a comfort layer of latex and a support layer of either high-density foam or latex.

Hybrid Mattress

Hybrid mattresses combine memory foam and innersprings to form the perfect bed. Memory foam has good motion isolation and relieves pressure points, while innerspring coils give the mattress some bounce and air circulation for cooling. While there are different variations of the hybrid mattress, a true hybrid will have a comfort layer at least 2 inches thick and a coiled support layer.

Drawbacks to a hybrid mattress include overheating, less pressure point relief, and motion transfer.

A hybrid mattress contains a comfort layer of either memory foam or latex and a support layer of innerspring pocketed coils.

Sleeping Position

Different sleeping positions require a certain level of comfort and support to keep the spine in alignment. Stomach sleepers, for instance, need a firmer surface to avoid sinking too profoundly and throwing off the spine.

Side Sleeping

Side sleeping is the most common sleep position, enabling better breathing, improved heart health, and reduced acid reflux. Placing a pillow between the knees prevents misalignment of the spine.

Side sleepers need a soft to medium mattress for optimal pressure relief in the shoulders and hips.

Back Sleeping

Back sleeping naturally aligns the spine because of the back’s direct contact with the surface. Elevating the legs with a pillow may reduce pressure in the lower back.

Back sleepers find the best comfort in a medium to firm mattress in cradling the hips and providing enhanced lumbar support.

Stomach Sleeping

Stomach sleeping is the least common sleep position, due to the amount of pressure placed on the spine, increasing the risk of neck strain and back pain. Placing a thin pillow under the hips reduces pressure.

Stomach sleepers need a medium-firm to firm mattress to keep the body resting on top without sinking deeply in heavier sections of the body.

Combination Sleeping

Combination sleepers, or restless sleepers, toss and turn each night. They receive the benefits of each sleep position, like better breathing, but also get the drawbacks, including back pain.

Combination sleepers feel most comfortable on a medium to medium-firm mattress for even comfort and support with consistent spinal alignment.

Body Type

Body types have different needs, making it vital to know the combined weight of you and your sleep partner before buying a new mattress. All mattresses have a weight limit, depending on the brand. Add the combined weight of you and your sleep partner to find the best support with the sag.

Light Sleepers

Light sleepers weigh less than 130 pounds. They need a softer surface to enable body contouring for pressure point relief.

Average Sleepers

Average sleepers weigh between 130 to 230 pounds. A medium feel provides a balance of comfort and support.

Plus-Size Sleepers

Plus-size sleepers weigh more than 230 pounds. They need a firmer mattress for even support without the risk of sagging.

Sleep Trials, Return Policies, and Warranties

Perks like sleep trials, return policies, and warranties are offered by mattress companies to reassure customers of a sound purchase.

Sleep Trial

A sleep trial is an in-home trial period, lasting between 90-120 nights. Customers can try a new mattress within the comfort of their own home without pressure to buy from over-eager salesmen. Some mattress companies require customers to keep the mattress at least 30 days to “break-in” the bed. If the customer doesn’t like the mattress, most mattress companies will issue a full refund.

Return Policy

A return policy is a good substitute in case a sleep trial isn’t offered. Return policies last 30 days—about the amount of time it takes to adjust to a new sleep surface. Should the customer not like the mattress, they can return it for a refund. Keep in mind that some companies will only accept an unopened package or ask customers to box the bed before they pick it up.

Warranty

Mattress warranties cover any manufacturing defects which could damage the mattress and sagging greater than 1 inch—this measurement varies, depending on the brand. Most beds come with a standard 10-year warranty and only applies to the original purchaser.

FAQs

Do mattresses have weight limits?

Mattresses typically have a weight limit, depending on size and brand. Beds built to support more than one sleeper, like a queen or larger, are designed to handle more weight. Twin, twin XL, and full can handle up to 250 pounds, while queen, king, and California king can support 500 pounds or more. Check with the mattress company and consider total body weight before purchasing a new mattress.

How long does a bed in a box mattress last?

The lifespan of a bed in a box mattress varies, depending on brand and mattress materials. Generally, a high-quality bed in a box mattress lasts between 7 to 9 years. The mattress warranty is a good indicator of how long the mattress will last—most include a standard 10-year warranty.

What is the difference between a mattress foundation and a box spring?

Mattress foundations, or bed frames, are what raises and supports the mattress. A box spring is less firm than a mattress foundation because of the thick metal coils. A mattress foundation is a better choice for a memory foam or hybrid mattress to prevent sagging.

The Best Mattress for Couples

We understand how difficult it is to find a mattress to suit not only your individual needs but your partner’s as well. We hope our guide has helped you find the most comfortable bed for both you and your partner. If you’re still undecided, feel free to check out our other guides to find the best mattress for you.