When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works.

Is filing for sleep divorce becoming more and more tempting?

I don’t blame you.

The image shows two women sitting on top of the DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress on a wooden bed frame in a blue bedroom

(Image credit: Future)

Luckily this year’s best mattresses for couples offers just that.

Throw in cooling materials and you’re both in for a great night’s sleep.

Best mattress for couples overall

1.

Our sleep deals writer and sleep features editor sit and chat on the Saatva Classic mattress during a testing panel session at our sleep studio

(Image credit: Future)

Since it arrives flat via free White Glove Delivery, you could sleep on it immediately.

We found it comfortable from the first night.

During our recent re-testing of the Saatva Classic, it aced all of our performance evaluations.

A reviewer places her hand on top of the Saatva Classic mattress during a temperature regulation test

(Image credit: Future)

For absolutely no movement transfer, consider asplit king.

you could even pair two twin XLs for a custom split king with different firmness levels on each side.

This makes it a good choice for hot sleepers.

A reviewer measures the amount of sinkage caused by a 56lb cast iron weight on the Saatva Classic mattress during testing

(Image credit: Future)

Saatva mattress salesrun all year long, but some deals are better than others.

So, while a queen MSRP is $2,099, it often sells for $1,699.

Just beware of the $99 returns fee if you decide to send it back.

Saatva Classic: from $1,399 at Saatva

The DreamCloud (#2) is a fantastic alternative at a more affordable price point.

Best cheap hybrid mattress for couples

2.

Edge support is its weakest area, despite its reinforced coils.

The DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress placed on a rattan bed frame in our Sleep Lab and photographed during our testing phase

(Image credit: Future)

It’s decent, but not on par with the Saatva or the Helix (#4).

At this lower price point, you’ll also compromise on customization.

The DreamCloud only comes in one feel, which can limit suitability for some sleepers.

The image shows a black cat sitting on top of the DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress

(Image credit: Future)

But inevitably, you’ll be at a much higher price point.

During major sales, you could expect some great freebies included, like $599 of free bedding.

It’s an incredible value and one of thebest hybrid mattressesyou can buy today.

The DreamCloud Hybrid:from$349 at DreamCloud

If you want maximum value for money, hold on until the Memorial Day sales.

We expect some great freebies added to your purchase, like $599 of free bedding.

And you’ll still get the premium extras of a lifetime warranty and a 365-night trial, too.

A Tom’s Guide sleep writer sat on the edge of the Nectar Classic in a clean, minimalist sleep studio

(Image credit: Future)

Best memory foam mattress for couples

3.

While the Nectar comes just beneath the DreamCloud, the quality and price points are much the same.

However, the feel differs.

A hand pressing into white surface of Nectar Classic memory foam mattress

(Image credit: Future)

Would we recommend the Nectar Classic for stomach sleepers, as well?

Meanwhile, the Nectar’s edge support has jumped from average to slightly-above average.

that means a queen is usually sold for $649.

A weight is placed in the center of the Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress to measure pressure relief

(Image credit: Future)

But if you sleep hot and don’t enjoy the hugging feel of foam, opt for the DreamCloud.

The Nectar ships free with a 365-night home trial and a lifetime warranty.

It comes with an industry leading 365-night sleep trial and forever warranty.

Nectar Classic Memory Foam: from$349 at Nectar

Best mattress for couples with back pain

4.

This ensures your joints are nicely cushioned and your spine is properly aligned.

The pillow top gives it an elevated, cloud-like feel.

nectar classic memory foam…

Meanwhile, her heavier partner felt comfortable and plenty supported on his back.

Despite the pillow top, this mattress skews firmer than advertised.

That said, stomach sleepers may still find it too soft to elevate their hips.

Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress

(Image credit: Future)

It comes with a 120-night risk-free trial and a 15-year warranty.

Helix likes to throw in freebies like pillows and sheet sets, too.

Sometimes, you’ll even get some freebies thrown in, like a couple of free pillows.

Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress

(Image credit: Future)

So, this is only a good option if you’re happy with the comfort of your existing mattress.

The Eight Sleep Pod 4 is the most advanced fitted sheet you’ll find.

Using the Eight Sleep app you might choose your desired temperature and the cover will adjust throughout the night.

Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress

(Image credit: Future)

Getting too hot or too cold?

Tap the side of the cover to change the temperature without reaching for your phone.

For couples, the Eight Sleep Pod 4 comes with another advantage: dual temperature control.

Helix Midnight Luxe: $1,436.25 $1,149 at Helix Sleep

The biggest downside to the Eight Sleep Pod 4 is that it’s not a mattress.

Not only will you control temperature on either side of the bed, but firmness, too.

Best mattress for heavy couples

6.

Helix Midnight Luxe mattress…

That’s more than double the average for a queen-sized bed.

It’s loaded with high-density poly foam and over 1,600 individually wrapped coils for a sag-resistant sleep surface.

It has a medium-firm feel that’ll suit back and stomach sleepers.

Helix Midnight Luxe mattress…

Lighter weight side sleepers might not feel enough contouring at their joints and pressure relief.

Otherwise, try the slightly softer Helix Midnight Luxe (#4).

However, consider that the Midnight Luxe is only built to support 250 lbs per side.

Helix Midnight Luxe mattress…

With over 8,000 reviews, the Big Fig has a 4.7-star rating out of 5.

Sleepers who weigh over 250lbs find it supportive, cooling, and comfortable to share with their partners.

The Big Fig mattress also comes with a 20-year warranty and a 120-night sleep trial.

Eight Sleep Pod 4 black mattress cover on bed

(Image credit: Future)

Best smart mattress for couples

7.

As the name suggests, this smart bed has built-in climate controls.

Just use the Sleep Number App to adjust your side of the bed to your preferred temperature.

Eight Sleep Pod 4 black control hub between bed and white chest of drawers

(Image credit: Future)

it’s possible for you to even ditch the socks and take advantage of the foot warming function.

Recently, Sleep Number added SmartTemp Programs developed in partnership with the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University.

The smartness doesn’t stop there.

Eight Sleep Pod 4 cover:from $2,449$2,399 at Eight Sleep

The Sleep Number Climate360 also has built-in sensors that record your breathing, heart rate, and HRV.

Then there’s the cost.

The Sleep Number Climate360 is the brand’s top-of-the-line model.

Eight Sleep Pod 4 - Full

Even when it’s on sale, it’s very expensive and in-home delivery usually adds $249.

However, the Climate360 is currently at full MSRP.

The 100-night trial and 15-year warranty are on the short side for a mattress in this price bracket.

Eight Sleep Pod 4 - Queen

However, it could benefit from stronger edges and better temperature regulation.From $1,079 at Leesa.

We also consider the overall ease of setting up the mattress, any off-gassing and expected durability.

Each mattress is reviewed by a testing panel consisting of people with different body types and sleep positions.

Eight Sleep Pod 4 - King

We also research and analyze user reviews, to get a full picture of each mattress.

it’s possible for you to learn more about our testing process with ourmattress testing methodology.

Best mattress for couples FAQs

What is the best bed size for couples?

Eight Sleep Pod 4 - Cal King

What is a split king and are they good for couples?

A split king pushes two separate twin XL mattresses together to form one big king-sized bed.

Some brands offer split California kings; split queen mattresses are extremely rare.

A couple sat on the Big Fig mattress laughing and smiling

(Image credit: Big Fig)

Split king mattresses allow couples to share a bedandindulge in their individual sleep needs.

Perhaps you like a firmer mattress for back sleeping but your partner likes a softer mattress for side sleeping.

Going with a split king is also the ultimate defense against your partner’s movements.

Big Fig mattress for heavy people

(Image credit: Big Fig)

This is particularly useful if one of you has a chronic injury, is pregnant, or snores.

Do couples sleep better in separate beds?

Over one-third of American couples claim they occasionally or consistently sleep apart according to theAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine.

Big Fig Mattress: from $1,499 $1,099 at Big Fig

Whether sleeping apart helps or hurts couples is deeply personal.

(‘Your bed or mine?')

Rightly or wrongly, there’s also a stigma attached to couples sleeping in separate beds.

Big Fig Twin XL (38" x 80" x…

This is despite bed-sharing only becoming normalized in the 1950s.

Big Fig

Big Fig Twin XL (38" x 80" x…

Big Fig Full (54" x 75" x…

Big Fig Firm Mattress - Twin…

Birds eye view of couple sleeping in Sleep Number Climate360 smart bed with different temperatures on each side

(Image credit: Sleep Number)

Sleep Number Climate360 smart bed with dual firmness and temperature control

(Image credit: Sleep Number)

A man in blue pyjamas laying on his side on Sleep Number Climate360 smart mattress

(Image credit: Sleep Number)

Sleep Number Climate360 Queen

Sleep Number Climate360 King

Sleep Number Climate360 Split…

Sleep Number Climate360 Smart Bed: from $10,249at Sleep Number

Siena Memory Foam Mattress

Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress ★★★★½

The WinkBed mattress

Bear Original mattress

GhostBed Luxe mattress

Tom’s Guide mattress testers sitting on a Helix Midnight Elite mattress in a luxurious bedroom

A couple sleeps on their split king mattress with adjustable base

Saatva Classic Mattress - Twin

Helix Midnight Luxe mattress…

Best king size mattresses: image shows the Saatva Classic hybrid mattress placed on a stylish dark wood bedframe placed in front of a log fire in a cabin

The Nectar Memory Foam mattress is the best choice for smaller budgets

Two members of our review team photographed during a pressure relief test on the Saatva Classic mattress, with one typing notes into a laptop and the other measuring the amount of sinkage caused by a 56lb cast iron weight being dropped into the middle of the Saatva Classic mattress

A couple using the Scandinavian Sleep Method

Best mattress under $1,000: The image shows Tom�s Guide�s testers unpacking the Siena Memory Foam Mattress

A split image featuring the Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress on the left and the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid on the right, leading into the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid vs Nectar Classic showdown

The image shows a woman sitting up in bed and clutching her shoulder in pain

The Avocado Green Mattress on a simple wooden bed frame in a bedroom, a Tom�s Guide price drop deals graphic (right)

The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, a man and his young sun sitting on top of it, smiling. A Tom�s Guide price drop deals graphic (right)

Bed bugs

Torras Ostand for iPhone 16e case being held in hand

PS5 Slim

Torras Pstand for Galaxy S25 propped up with kickstand

Three Galaxy S25 Ultra case options

UAG Monarch Pro Kevlar Case on black background

Woman doing the bird dog exercise on a yoga mat

(L-R) Denzel Washington as Bobby Trench and Mark Wahlberg as Michael Stigman in “2 Guns”