Best Soft Mattresses: Hybrid, Memory and Latex Reviewed

Our pick for the best soft mattress is the premium 6-layer hybrid design of the DreamCloud Premier Soft Mattresses which ensures that you get the pressure relief you’d expect from a memory foam mattress with the stability offered by innerspring coils resulting in restful sleep. Holder of the Best Hybrid Mattress Award from the Mattress Advisor, the top layer of this plush mattress is provided by Mongolian cashmere which offers a natural, lightweight and ultrasoft wicking that keeps you cool. Beneath this are a premium high‑loft memory foam for pressure relief, high-density gel-infused memory foam, and a low transfer motion foam so that you are not disturbed by your sleeping partner. At the base of the soft mattress, there is a layer of heavy-duty encased coils and finally, a porous foam base that increases airflow and re‑distributes coil vibrations.

To safeguard your investment, these plush mattresses come with a 365 day trial period and a lifetime warranty as well as free shipping and returns. You even get a free cooling pillow, a sheet set, and a mattress protector with the mattress.

If you are looking for a soft mattress but are worried that a firm mattress would suit you better, this mattress is for you. Two mattresses in one and arriving in a convenient box, the Layla Memory Foam Mattress is especially loved by side sleepers and was the Forbes Best Memory Foam Mattresses 2019. Its memory foam is infused with copper which is antimicrobial and condenses under pressure leaving you feeling energized. Meanwhile, the mattress stays looking and smelling fresh.

Especially suitable for side sleepers, you can choose to use the soft layer at the top of the mattress – this uses thermo gel technology to cool you and can be removed by the zipper for cleaning. By flipping the mattress over, you can have the firm layer uppermost which is a dark color so that you can tell which layer you are using. Back sleepers may prefer the firmer layer. In between the two outer layers, there is the copper gel memory foam layer for rapid cooling and odor-control. Following this is the max airflow support layer with Surface Modification Technology and deep channeling to keep you cool and for pressure relief. The four-inch core of support foam prevents motion transfer and this is followed by another copper gel memory foam layer. The mattress comes with a 120-night money-back guarantee for your peace of mind, a lifetime warranty, and free shipping. You also get two free Layla Memory Foam Pillows with the mattress.

The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Hybrid Mattress offers advanced cooling technology and everything you need to get a good night’s sleep. It’s available as soft, medium, and firm so you can customize the mattress to suit your posture and sleeping style. Side sleepers often prefer a softer mattress.

On the top of this plush mattress, there is an advanced cooling fabric that covers the patented CopperFlex and TitanCool layer that offers responsive contouring and pressure point relief where you need it as well as maintaining skin temperature at 88 degrees which is the optimum temperature for sleep. The copper has antimicrobial properties to keep you and your mattress fresh. Beneath this is the 2-inch thick Titanflex layer which is a hyperelastic foam that adjusts when you move. The fourth layer is a one-inch thick transition layer that provides deep compression support and pressure relief. The final layer is a one-inch thick high-density foam layer with individually encased coils. These ultra-plush mattresses are delivered boxed for free and have a 120 night trial period as well as a 10 year Brooklyn Bedding warranty.

The Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress provides plenty of support, relieves pressure, and helps to keep you cool. It places supportive gel pods under the waist and lower back which provides additional support to the foam and keeps the spine aligned. These are complemented by the softer foam around the shoulder area. It also features breathable foam that is perforated with air channels that allow the heat to escape and keep you feeling fresh as you sleep.

The five layers comprise a top thin coating of cooling gel that sits on the AirScape™ foam that is breathable and relieves pressure. The second AirScape™ layer has small holes to let heat escape. The third layer contains the softer ergonomic zones for the shoulders and the fourth contains the gel pods. The final layer contains springs that provide support at the edge of the mattress and makes it easier to get out of bed. These foam mattresses come with free shipping and a 100-night risk-free trial as well as a 10-year limited warranty for your peace of mind.

Zenhaven Latex Mattress is flippable to give you two possible comfort options and the best sleeping experience. The luxury plush version contours to your body and relieves pressure points whatever your sleeping position. The gentle firm version is 18% firmer and gives stomach sleepers and back sleepers more uplift and support whilst maintaining the pressure-free characteristics.

It is manufactured using 100% natural latex to provide a naturally hypoallergenic area to rest and to get some quality sleep. The natural materials include breathable organic cotton and New Zealand wool that meet organic certification standards and naturally resist dust mites and bacteria.

The top layer is made from quilted organic cotton that is both soft and breathable as well as being hypoallergenic. It has been treated with a Guardin® botanical antimicrobial treatment. Under this, is the organic wool layer that is breathable and naturally regulates body temperature. The latex core has five zones to offer superior lower back support and pressure relief for side sleepers. Under this is a 100% natural latex base layer which is highly resilient and durable to offer maximum support. You get delivery to the room of your choice, a 180-night trial, and a 20-year warranty for risk-free mattress purchasing.

The Casper Original All Foam Mattress provides both support and cooling for a restful night’s sleep. Support is provided in three zones, placing the shoulders and hips in the correct position for maximum spinal support. Soft foam is placed at shoulder level to give pressure relief to the upper body whilst firmer foam is positioned under the lower back, hips, and waist so that spinal alignment is achieved. The cooling effect is provided by AirScape™ technology that has tiny holes to allow heat to move away from the body.

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There are three layers of foam: a pressure-relieving and breathable layer to increase airflow and prevent overheating, the zoned support layer for ergonomic support and spinal alignment, and the durable base that prevents sagging and supports the whole body. You get free shipping, a 100-night commitment-free trial, and a 10-year limited warranty for complete peace of mind when purchasing.

The Alexander Signature Hybrid Mattress from Nest Bedding combines innovative titanium infused foam with high-quality coils that are individually pocketed and give extra stable edge support. You get a memory foam feel but with the added comfort and support of coils.

It is available as a Plush option for those who like a soft mattress, are a side sleeper, weigh under 140 pounds, and need pressure point relief with gentle support. If you are not sure which to choose, the medium mattress would be the best option – it suits people of average weight who like to feel supported by the mattress but also want some give. It will suit combination sleepers, back sleepers, and side sleepers. The Lux Firm option is mainly for those who like to sleep on their back or stomach and who like lumbar support.

To protect the environment and to save money, this mattress has a zipper that allows you to exchange the inside for another layer and to rotate or flip it to evenly distribute wear and triple the lifespan. There are six layers: a reinforced polyester encasement, a 1-inch base support foam, an 8-inch Quantum edge pocketed support coils, a 1-inch SmartFlow support foam, a 3-inch TitanChil Endurance Foam® and a 1/2 inch luxury memory foam, quilted thermic phase change top. It comes with a 100-night trial, free shipping, and a lifetime warranty for peace of mind when purchasing.

Brooklyn Bedding DreamFoam Copper Dreams Mattress offers exceptional comfort at a reasonable price. They come as firm or medium options to keep you cool, comfortable, and rested. In all, there are four layers of foam with a top weave. The top layer is a premium smooth weave that keeps you cool and the second layer is 1.5-inch thick copper-graphite infusion memory foam that draws excess heat away from the body. The third memory foam layer is 2.5 inches thick and contours to your body so that it provides pressure point relief. The fourth layer is 2 inches of transition foam which provides a gradual transition to the final 6-inch thick structurally firm layer with a durable core. The mattress has free delivery, a 10-year warranty, and a 120-night risk-free trial for peace of mind.