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Enter: the best king-size mattresses, which offer more space than any other standard option.
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One couple with very different schedules also praised the motion-isolating abilities.
I get up earlier than he does and he shifts very often, the shopper wrote.
Just so you know:The Midnight Luxe may not be ideal for seniors or those with mobility issues.
One of our testers called the edge support not great, which can make getting out of bed challenging.
This mattress is also heavy, and our testers found it difficult to move around without a buddy.
Thankfully, you could add on in-home setup and old mattress removal for an extra fee.
Another tester, who sleeps on her side, also loves the sinkage-support balance the memory foam provides.
Our fave features:The price of thisaffordable mattressis hard to beat.
Our testers say this tracks with their experience on the Nectar.
They also loved its high level of bounce (thanks to those springs!
), which makes it easy to move around and change positions.
One tester summed it up best: It’s probably one of the most luxurious mattresses Ive tried.
I really don’t want to get off of it."
Our fave features:The customization options are abundant with this luxe number.
First, you could pick between three firmness options to best fit your preferences and sleeping position.
Just so you know:Our testers didnt think the bouncy Saatva Classic was great at absorbing movements.
Its also heavy, with the 11.5-inch model weighing 130 pounds and the 14.5-inch height weighing 145 pounds.
Its also one of the pricier king-size mattresses on our list.
The WinkBeds construction includes gel-infused foam and coils so you dont overheat.
This self-proclaimed night sweater stayed comfortable on the Aurora Luxe even when her air conditioning broke.
Our fave features:The dense gel foam and strong steel coil layers keep things pretty cool.
On our scale, thats great news.
If you know you run hot, you might also add the GlacioTex Cooling cover to your purchase.
Dr. Rasouli also recommends firm mattresses like this one for stomach sleepers who need the back support.
So the best advice is to go with the most firm mattress you could tolerate, she recommends.
But ultimately, how youchoose a mattresswill come down to preferences.
The four main types of mattressesinnerspring, foam, latex, and hybridhave different strengths.
Heres what to know about each jot down.
If your concern is back pain, innerspring mattresses can offer sturdy support, Dr. Rasouli adds.
However, these may lack pressure relief.
Memory Foam
Memory foam beds mold to the body and can offer a lot of pressure relief.
They are also generally great at isolating motion because foam tends to absorb impact well.
Latex
Latex mattressesuse natural or synthetic latex foam to serve as their support system.
Mattress firmnessesdescribes how a bed feels when you get into it.
Your sleep position could direct your firmness choice, too.
Pressure relief refers to how well a mattress can distribute weight across the surface of the bed.
Dr. Petkus adds that many side sleepers and those with achy joints benefit from a pressure-relieving mattress too.
Research has found that [this] makes us sleep deeper and possibly longer.
Who is a king-size mattress best for?
But there are some people who might be especially suited to a king over a smaller mattress.
Tall people would probably sleep better in a king-size mattress with a partner, says Dr. Hanke.
The idea is that you don’t want to be sleeping in an awkward condensed position.
What you choose depends on your needs and those of your partner.
You cansee our full mattress testing methodology here.
In the meantime, check out these three key elements that apply to testing king mattresses.
FAQs
Still have some lingering questions about the best king-size mattresses?
Heights vary among modelsand sometimes even within the same model.
Take the Saatva Classic, available at both 11.5 inches and 14.5 inches.
Our picks range from the Titan Pluss 11 inches to the Nolah Evolution, which is 15 inches.
The bigger the mattress, the more it will cost.
But as with any mattress, prices vary for king sizes from different brands.
If budget is your number-one concern, check out our list ofbest affordable mattresses.
Choosing a king or a California king depends on your unique needs.
However, if you are looking for width and you share the bed, the standard king definitely wins.
Dr. Rasouli says the bed size has implications for back pain relief, too.
The extra width also helps accommodate sleeping with additional pillows for lumbar support.
Even though it has king in the name, this bedding phenomenon can affect queens as well.
The retailer recommends flipping your mattress to avoid this lumpy situation.
