We Tested Over 20 Mattress Toppers to Find the Best Ones for Your Bed (2024)

Using the same popular material in the Tempur-Pedic mattresses that cost thousands of dollars, this luxury topper can totally change the feel of your bed by adding a supportive surface to increase comfort and pressure relief. It's three inches tall and has a plush feel that adapts to your body shape rather than instantly sinking. It also offers superior motion isolation, meaning you're less likely to feel your sleeping partner toss and turn throughout the night.

Besides the contouring foam, we love that it has a removable and machine-washable outer cover so you can keep it clean, straps that help it easily attach to the bed and moisture-wicking material to prevent overheating. And if you're a hot sleeper, you can upgrade to a performance cover that feels cool to the touch.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: This memory foam topper is ideal for beds that may be starting to sag, innerspring mattresses that have too much bounce or couples who want to reduce the feel of motion transfer. It's also suitable for back pain sufferers and side sleepers because it offers pressure relief and conforms to the shape of your body.

TESTER NOTES: Users confirmed it instantly improved the feel of their mattress. One tester told us, "This mattress topper made my bed significantly more comfortable," adding that the straps made it easier to get the topper onto the mattress, though it still shifted around at times. And though this specific model is a newer release from the brand (to include the straps), testers have noted that other Tempur-Pedic toppers keep their shape after years of use.

This hybrid mattress topper combines pressure-relieving support and pillowtop comfort by using both foam and fiberfill. Even better: It costs significantly less than other top-tested options and is available on Amazon with the convenience of Prime shipping. The bottom layer is gel-infused memory foam, while the top layer includes pockets of down alternative for plush padding. It goes onto your bed like a fitted sheet to help everything stay in place.

It's an impressive four inches high, made up of equal parts foam and pillowtop. Though it's sold as an individual topper, it's actually two separate pieces that you can layer together or use separately. The top layer that holds everything together is machine washable and dryer safe for easy cleaning.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Anyone on a budget that wants to improve the feel of their bed without spending several hundred dollars. It's also ideal for people that aren't sure whether to choose a pillowtop or memory foam topper since it contains both materials.

TESTER NOTES: We surveyed 30 Lucid bed owners during our extensive mattress evaluations and users gave the materials high scores for comfort and value. Plus, this topper in particular has over 4,500 reviews on Amazon with an average 4.4-star rating. "This mattress topper greatly improved the feel of the bed," reported one of our testers. "It provides added softness and support that was lacking without it." She noted that it was easy to set up and it stayed put, but it felt warm at times, despite the gel infusion in the foam.

For a subtle layer that's more affordable and discreet than other toppers, this pillowtop is more like a mattress pad, yet it still adds softness and comfort. It's filled with polyester microfiber (i.e. down alternative) in a quilted construction to keep it evenly spread out. The low cost makes it perfect for temporary living situations (like summer camp or college dorms), and it's more compact than thick foam toppers.

This one also stands out for its stretchy sides that tuck under the mattress like a fitted sheet. It's generously sized to fit tall beds up to 21 inches high. Plus, it's fully machine washable and dryer safe.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Anyone who just needs a simple pillowtop to upgrade their bed — especially those who don't want to spend a lot or drastically change the feel of their mattress.

TESTER NOTES: One GH staffer who bought two of these toppers for her kids said they both found it to be comfortable, while she appreciated the low cost. "It's now on one kid's bed at home and the other kid's bed at college," she noted. Plus, it has over 31,000 reviews on Amazon with an average 4.5-star rating. Online reviewers say it improved the feel of their beds and some even noted that it improved their sleep quality.

Most mattress toppers use materials that are known for trapping heat, but this one has ventilation in the foam that makes it more breathable. The foam also contains cooling gel that's designed to pull heat away from your body. And because it's foam, you still get the benefits of pressure relief and motion isolation.

Another perk is it comes in three heights, which lets you pick the right model for your bed depending on the depth of your existing mattress. It also has adjustable straps to help get the most secure fit, along with a slip-resistant mesh material on the bottom. The foam has a medium to medium-firm feel and its cover is removable and machine washable. Plus, this pick has over 12,000 Amazon reviews.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Hot sleepers who want the pressure relief and supportive comfort of foam, but are worried about overheating and night sweats. Its ventilation allows for more air to flow through rather than getting trapped in the foam.

TESTER NOTES: Our testers liked how it upgraded the feel of their beds and the fact that its straps helped keep it in place. While it didn't feel cool to the touch, users noticed that they didn't overheat, either. A tester of a similar Viscosoft model said, "One night I left the heat on full blast by mistake and I still didn't overheat, and that was impressive." One thing to note: Some found it to have a foam-y smell upon opening and said it took some time for the odor to dissipate.

Users of Nolah beds have told us the brand's mattresses relieve back pain, hip pain and sciatica, and this topper uses the same signature foam for superior pressure relief. It comes in two firmness levels: Luxury Firm (which is like a medium in the 5 to 7 out of 10 range) and Plush (which is a soft 3 out of 10), both of which contour to bodies.

There are also wide elastic bands at the corners that stretch to secure the topper onto your mattress, though it doesn't have a removable cover, making it spot-clean only. It also has a lower height than other foam options we recommend, so it's good for people that don't want to add too much height to their beds.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: This one's ideal for sleepers that struggle with back or hip pain as well as side sleepers thanks to its cushioning foam that contours to pressure points. It has more of a sinking-in feel than other models, but testers said this foam offered relief to their discomfort.

TESTER NOTES: “The mattress topper added a level of comfort that was lacking in my mattress," said one tester and another added, "It made my mattress ‘new’ again." Some noted that it took a few days to get used to the feel but ultimately loved how comfortable it was. They also appreciated the height, with one noting, "It feels more premium compared to a thinner topper, but it wasn't too thick." Just note that because it's a bit softer, one tester said it was harder to turn over during the night. Also, this pick is a Good Housekeeping 2024 Bedding Awards winner!

This indulgent featherbed has a two-layer design that we found adds cloud-like softness to your bed. The top layer is filled with 100% down for a fluffy feel, while the bottom layer is a down-feather blend for more support. The down has a 550 fill power, which is on par with the insulation you'd find in a fluffy down comforter or puffy winter coat.

Besides having a lofty fill, this topper stood out in our evaluations for its baffle-box construction: It has walls of fabric inside that prevent shifting and uneven spots. It also has gusseted sides to keep it taller than a typical fiberfill mattress pad, and the fill is RDS-certified to ensure the down is humanely sourced. Note that there are no straps to keep the topper secure.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: People who find their mattress to feel too hard or want a plush surface for added comfort. It's especially useful for innerspring beds that don't already have a pillowtop or firm foam options with a flat surface.

TESTER NOTES: This topper earned rave reviews from our testers, who gave feedback like "It was so cozy and made the bed feel luxurious." Several even compared it to sleeping on a cloud. Plus, it was easy to set up on their beds and users said there was no odor from the down and feathers. The one downside: It sometimes needed fluffing to stay lofty, so it's worth giving a shake when you change your sheets.

Editor's note: This mattress topper is out of stock in most sizes on Amazon at the time of this update, but is available on all sizes on the brand's website.

This topper gives you the conforming feel of memory foam without feeling too cushy. It also offers good motion isolation so you're less likely to feel your sleeping partner move, and it comes with built-in straps that help it stay in place on your bed. And though it's pricier than other models, it comes with an impressive 180-day trial period so you can get a refund if it's not a good fit. Just note that it's spot clean only, meaning you can't machine wash the cover.

The brand says this topper can be used for all sleep positions — which we found to be true in our review — but notes that it's especially good for side sleepers. It also uses graphite in the foam that's designed to pull heat away from your body for a cooling feel, but testers didn't notice this effect when they tried it out.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Anyone looking to seriously upgrade their bed without buying an entirely new mattress. It's not as plush as other foam toppers, making it especially great for people who want pressure relief without too much sinking in.

TESTER NOTES: The biggest highlights according to our testers were the pressure relief and the fact that it made their beds feel much more substantial. They also found that its straps actually worked, with one noting, "It stays put without sliding around, and I’m so impressed by it!" Another tester said, "I really felt very well supported on this mattress topper and felt like I slept more soundly and quietly." Though the brand claims it has cooling benefits, users didn't notice this and said it got just a bit warm.

While most mattress toppers are made with synthetic, non-organic materials, this topper is certified organic by the Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS). Using Dunlop latex, the mattress topper has a springy, bouncy feel for great back support. The perforated surface allows airflow throughout the topper to prevent overheating.

This topper has seven zones to properly support your head, neck, shoulders, back and hips. The brand recommends this topper for all sleeping positions because it's available in different firmness levels. Note that this topper doesn't come with a cover, which can make cleaning more challenging as you can only spot-clean the latex. You can purchase a cover from the brand for an additional cost.

WHO IT'S BEST FOR: Anyone who prefers to sleep on organic bedding. This is also a great pick for someone who likes having options to choose from because this pick is available in 2", 3" and 4" heights with soft, medium, firm and extra firm firmness levels.

TESTING NOTES: Testers appreciated how well this topper improved the feel of their mattress. "My mattress was also lumpy in some areas so having the mattress topper gave it an even feel throughout the bed," said one tester. She added, "It also felt a lot cooler than my mattress by itself." Testers especially liked the feel of this topper with one saying, "I love how the mattress topper was the perfect amount of softness and plushness." She also said, "It conformed to my body no matter what position I slept in." Another tester reported, "It’s like the bed is hugging my body."