We picked the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid as the best mattress overall, based on the feedback we got from testers and our consumer survey, as well as our analysis of factors like value and company policies. Though we think it has wide appeal, remember that there's not a one-size-fits-all mattress option; everyone has unique preferences. That's why we also highlighted options that are best for a range of specialized sleep needs.

If you can wait, the best time to buy a mattress is during a major holiday, like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Presidents' Day, or Black Friday just after Thanksgiving. Black Friday usually brings the heaviest discounts you'll see all year. You may also see smaller sales and promo codes pop up around events like Prime Day, Veterans Day, or New Year's. Pro tip: If you can't wait for a major holiday, try creating an account on the brand's website, putting a mattress in your cart, and then abandoning it. You'll likely receive an email promotion from the brand asking you to come back to your c

Whether you should buy a mattress online or in a mattress store depends mainly on your priorities, as both options have pros and cons. If convenience is your primary concern, the idea of spending hours going to a mattress store (or maybe multiple stores) and trying a bunch of different mattresses might make you immediately opt to buy online. Plus, browsing online gives you the ability to research and compare multiple mattresses across dozens of brands. On the other hand, buying in-store gives you the opportunity to actually feel a mattress before you buy it. For a product with the sole purpose of making you comfortable, there’s no comparison to trying it in person.

You don’t have to opt for just one or the other, though. Many direct-to-consumer brands have their products in brick-and-mortar mattress stores or showrooms so you can try them in person before ordering online. If you’re already researching mattresses online, you can narrow your options down and then find locations to try your shortlist in person.