The 11 Best Mattress Toppers of 2024, According to Our Tests

Best Overall

Casper Comfy Mattress Topper

$250 at Amazon $120 at Target View on Nordstrom

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Support
  5/5
• Breathability
  5/5
• Quality
  4.5/5

This mattress topper by Casper is our top pick because it is comfortable in every sleeping position. Whether you sleep on your back, side, or stomach, it does a great job of toeing the line between plush and supportive. It also feels high quality — it always returns to its original shape when you get up from the bed.

Another detail we appreciated was the plastic-like fabric on the bottom that serves as a protective waterproof layer for your mattress. This will not only keep you comfortable but also prolong the life of your mattress. Because it is so dense, it also stays in place under your bed sheets, so you don’t have to worry about unmaking your bed to adjust its positioning. 

However, its density does make it difficult to handle. If you want to move or clean it, you’ll probably need help maneuvering it. It’s also fairly pricey and more of an investment. But if you want a super comfortable topper, you can’t go wrong here.

Material: 65% perforated fabric, 21% polyester, 10% recycled cotton, 2% rayon, 2% spandex | Height: 3 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king

Best Overall (Cheaper)

ViscoSoft Serene Hybrid Mattress Topper

$190 at Amazon View on Viscosoft.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Durability
  4/5
• Support
  5/5
• Breathability
  5/5
• Quality
  4.5/5

If the Casper mattress topper sounds like what you’re looking for but you don’t want to spend quite that much, this one by Visco is another option we love. It’s a bit softer than the Casper — we were impressed by its plushness and how you feel completely surrounded and supported when you lay on it. This is about as good as it gets when it comes to memory foam — it feels like you’re laying on a cloud.

Even though memory foam is fairly dense (which you might expect would lead to overheating), this one is surprisingly good at helping you regulate your temperature, so it’s a good pick for those who sleep hot. But full transparency: the foam has an almost sticky feel to it. The upside of this is that it doesn’t shift at all on the bed, but the downside is that the foam shed quite a bit and stuck to the mattress when we took it off. It's cheaper than the Casper, though, so if you want to save money, this is a great alternative.

Material: Memory foam | Height: 3, 4 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, short queen, king, California king

Best Budget

Linenspa Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper

$60 at Amazon $58 at Bed Bath & Beyond View on Linenspa.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Support
  4.5/5
• Breathability
  5/5
• Quality
  5/5

If your mattress isn’t very comfortable and you want something affordable that will give it an extra boost, you’ll love this topper from Linenspa. We were so impressed at how soft and plush it was, considering the price.

It’s made of memory foam and infused with gel, which allows you to feel like you’re sinking into it when you’re lying down. This would be a great topper for stomach sleepers or people who don’t like the firmness of their mattress. The memory foam is also fairly breathable, and although it isn’t marketed as having cooling properties, we noticed that it stayed cool all night long, which is essential for anyone who overheats at night and wants a topper to pair with cooling sheets. Throughout all of our testing, it created a level of friction with the mattress that prevented it from slipping or sliding, and it stayed secure the entire time, so we didn’t have to adjust it at all.

If you are a side sleeper or need a little extra support, this topper is not for you. Because it's quite plush, it has the kind of foamy feel that you’ll sink into, which is best suited for stomach sleepers. But for those working with a tight budget who like a softer bed, it’s a great choice.

Material: Memory foam | Height: 2, 3 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, full XL, queen, short queen, king, California king, small single

Most Comfortable

Tempur-Pedic Tempur Adapt+ Mattress Topper

$283 at Amazon $309 at Wayfair $519 at Tempurpedic.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Support
  5/5
• Breathability
  5/5
• Quality
  4.8/5

This topper by Tempur-Pedic is the most comfortable because of its high-quality memory foam. As soon as you lay on it, you’ll immediately feel cradled in all the right places. And if you change positions, it does an excellent job of moving with you so that you feel adequately supported, whether you’re on your back, side, or stomach.

When we took it out of the packaging, it was very heavy, so you’d probably need someone to help you put it on your bed. But its density also means that it won’t shift or move on the bed when you’re tossing and turning throughout the night.

A nice touch that we also appreciated was the removable, machine-washable cover. The one thing you should note with this one is that while it wasn’t necessarily warm, it didn’t stay cool either (despite its name). If you struggle with overheating at night and want something specifically designed to keep you cool, this isn’t the right fit, as it's not quite breathable. But if you’re looking to prioritize comfort and have a lumpy mattress you want to spruce up, this is worth the investment.

Material: Memory foam | Height: 3 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king

Softest

Zinus Cooling Memory Foam Mattress Topper

$113 at Amazon $97 at Walmart View on Zinus.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Durability
  4/5
• Support
  5/5
• Breathability
  5/5
• Quality
  5/5

If you like a plush feel, you’ll love this mattress topper for its luxurious and thick memory foam material.

From the minute we took it out of the packaging, we could tell just how high quality this topper was. It’s three inches thick, which means it’ll mask firm or lumpy mattresses that either aren’t comfortable or just need a little boost. Although it’s very dense, the cooling gel infused with the foam still manages to keep you cool, so this would be a great fit for anyone who tends to sleep hot.

Because it is so soft, there isn’t much support here — you won’t find this topper comfortable if you struggle with joint pain or just prefer a firmer mattress. Another thing to keep in mind is that during testing, we noticed it shifted underneath the sheets and slid over the edge of the mattress. However, for the quality and softness of this one, especially considering the price, it’s a great value and the perfect choice for anyone who wants to soften up their mattress.

Material: Gel-infused memory foam | Height: 1.5, 2, 3, 4 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king

Most Supportive

Lucid Down Alternative and Gel Foam Mattress Topper

$160 at Amazon $210 at Kohls.com $160 at Lucidmattress.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Support
  5/5
• Breathability
  4.5/5
• Quality
  4.8/5

We were very impressed by this topper because of how many features it has: the first layer is made of a two-inch down alternative, and the bottom is made of two-inch gel memory foam, so it combines two very different types of mattress toppers into one. It manages to have both a firm and plush feel, which is ideal for all sleepers, whether you prefer soft or firm mattresses.

It's our most supportive pick because the gel memory foam does a great job of keeping you supported, while the down alternative lets you feel cradled by its softness. Although it has multiple layered components, it stays secure on top of the mattress and maintains its cloud-like feel no matter how long you lay on it.

The one thing we didn’t love about this mattress topper was the ridge at the edge of the mattress where the gel memory foam base and poly-fill meet. If you sleep closer to the edge of the bed, you’ll definitely feel this, and it could be irritating after a while. We wish the poly-fill covered the entirety of the surface, but all in all, we find that it’s still worth the price because of its high-quality material.

Material: Memory foam, down alternative fill | Height: 4 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king

Best Memory Foam

Subrtex 3-Inch Gel-Infused Memory Foam Bed Mattress Topper

$100 at Amazon View on Bed Bath & Beyond View on Subrtex.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Durability
  4.4/5
• Support
  5/5
• Breathability
  5/5
• Quality
  5/5

We loved this memory foam mattress topper by Subrtex and could immediately tell how thick and substantial it felt. It has a sinking quality when you lay on it, but you still feel cradled in all of the right places.

It has a level of buoyancy that you’ll appreciate. During testing, as soon as we got up from the spot we were lying on, it bounced back to its original shape with no change in volume or loft. This could change with more long-term use, but the foam, which is infused with gel that keeps it feeling airy and soft, feels well made. On a similar note, the outer casing is stitched with a porous, ventilated design that doesn’t exactly feel cool to the touch but will help prevent overheating.

The removable rayon/bamboo cover has reinforcement straps attached to it that hook underneath the mattress and are meant to keep it in place. We did notice, however, that these tended to slip off. Because of its dense and plush feel, this is worth the price and is an excellent choice for anyone who wants the feeling of a memory foam mattress but doesn’t want to make the full investment yet.

Material: Gel-infused memory foam | Height: 2, 3, 4 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king

Best Gel

Amazon Basics Cooling Gel Mattress Topper

$54 at Amazon

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Durability
  4.5/5
• Support
  5/5
• Breathability
  4.5/5
• Quality
  4.8/5

Gel mattress toppers are ideal for people who need extra support for their backs and joints, and this one from Amazon Basics surprised us with its quality, especially considering the price. This would also be a great fit for side and back sleepers because of its firmer feel. The gel material provides a level of friction with the mattress that keeps it in place, so you don’t have to worry about it shifting under your sheets at night. 

One thing that disappointed us was that it didn’t do a great job of staying cool, which is something you’d expect from a gel mattress topper. But we did notice that it absorbed quite a bit of body heat. Also, it was thicker and heavier than you may expect, so confirm your sheets’ pocket depth before you order to make sure they’ll fit. If your main priority is added support, though, this topper is a great deal.

Material: Polyurethane foam | Height: 2, 3 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king

Best Cooling

Sleep On Latex Pure Green Mattress Topper

$165 at Amazon $100 at Sleeponlatex.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Durability
  2/5
• Support
  5/5
• Breathability
  5/5
• Quality
  5/5

If you’re prone to overheating, you may find that your mattress is an absolute hotbed (literally) as soon as you lay on it. This topper from Sleep On was our favorite cooling pick because it’s made of latex foam that’s designed to be heat-neutral. We were very impressed at how well it kept cool — even when you’re laying in one spot for a long time, as soon as you pull away, you won’t be able to feel a major difference in temperature from one side to the other. 

It also has a level of softness and comfort we wouldn’t typically expect from latex — it immediately adjusts to your body as soon as you lay on it, and it feels soft yet supportive. However, because it’s latex, it is fairly heavy and cumbersome to handle, so you’ll probably need another person to help you put it on or if you want to rearrange your furniture in the future.

Material: Organic latex | Height: 1, 2, 3 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king

Best Down

Southern Living Ultra Feather Mattress Topper

$189 at Dillards.com

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  4.5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Support
  3/5
• Breathability
  5/5
• Quality
  4.3/5

Editor’s note: Southern Living is owned by PEOPLE’s parent company, Dotdash Meredith.

Down is popular because it’s not only breathable and cool when you’re hot, but it's warm and comforting when you’re cold. This down topper by Southern Living is our favorite — we love how breathable it is and could feel just how cool it was as soon as we laid on it. It’s also incredibly lightweight, and placing it on the bed felt almost like throwing on a comforter. This is ideal for when you want to unzip its casing and throw it in the washing machine (yes, it’s machine washable!). Aside from that, when it comes to its feel, it’s absolutely the cream of the crop of down toppers — you’ll feel like you’re sinking into a cloud as soon as you lay on it. 

While it does look very thick, it’s ultimately pretty airy, which means there isn’t much added support. We could foresee this being an issue for anyone who has a lumpier mattress — you’ll definitely be able to feel your mattress underneath in spite of the topper. This is a better pick for someone who loves the feel of down and wants an extra boost on an already comfortable mattress.

Material: Quilt-free down and feather fill | Height: 18-inch pocket depth | Sizes: Queen, king, California king

Best Waterproof

GhostBed Memory Foam Topper

$577 at Amazon $449 at Ghostbed.com $492 at Best Buy

Our Ratings

• Comfort
  5/5
• Durability
  5/5
• Support
  4.5/5
• Breathability
  4.5/5
• Quality
  5/5

If you want something protective and comfortable, you’ll love this mattress topper by GhostBed. We were absolutely amazed at how comfortable it was — it completely transformed the mattress we laid on.

Although not remarkably voluminous, it is incredibly soft and plush, so you feel supported and cradled. It never flattens out, either; if you change positions or sides or get up from the bed, it snaps right back to its original position. But the real reason we loved it was for its waterproof qualities. It has a layer of waterproof backing on the bottom that kept moisture from our spill tests from making it to the mattress. 

You should keep in mind that, although you can spot-clean this topper as needed, it will need to be taken to the dry cleaner for a real deep cleaning. This is inconvenient, especially if you want to keep it for the long term. However, it feels high quality and plush, and the waterproof feature would be great if you have kids or just want to take extra good care of your mattress.

Material: Memory foam | Height: 3 inches | Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king