How to Find the Mattress-in-a-Box of Your Dreams
Lindsey Graham-Jones
Lindsey Graham-Jones
Lindsey is a lover of all things animal print, a surfer of knee-high waves, and a seeker of sunshine.
There are few things in our millennial lives that are more important than catching enough zzzs. Finding the right bed for our varying sleep needs can prove challenging — especially when we're talking about shelling out some serious dolla dolla bills, y'all. Enter the bed in a box, a convenience that seems to be increasing in popularity *and* affordability. Scroll on and find your way to better rest in a boxed bed without breaking the bank.
Best Eco-Friendly Option: Try going green in the bedroom with an Avocado ($1400) organic mattress that's produced using sustainably harvested latex rubber foam (instead of memory foam) for better temperature control. It's also made with moisture-wicking New Zealand wool that is both anti-microbial and dust mite resistant.
Why we love it: Safe and non-toxic, environmentally friendly, optional pillow top add-on
The downside: On the costlier side
Best for Cuddlers:If you love that sinking foam feeling when curling up with your main squeeze, then Novosbed ($1000) may just make the right impression (see what we did there?!). This mattress is also manufactured with zero waste, and the company offers a Comfort+ Kit to tailor your mattress' firmness post-purchase.
Why we love it: Three firmness options, 120-night trial, 15-year warranty, good for all sleeping positions
The downside: Heavy and bulky to move
Best Hybrid:Now you can have the best of *both* worlds with a Tomorrow Sleep ($890) mattress that has coils and foam. The company also offers a Tomorrow Sleeptracker Monitor that analyzes your cycles and makes personalized suggestions to get a more restful night.
Why we love it: 100-night trial, molds perfectly to your body, American-made
The downside: Slight new mattress smell
Best Back Support:Say goodbye to chronic back pain and rest easy with the Saatva ($1000) mattress. The Dual Perimeter Edge Support System keeps it from sagging over time (i.e. back support forevs), and individually wrapped coils contour to each unique body shape.
Why we love it: Great for back sleepers and side sleepers
The downside: Lacks the enveloping foam effect
Best for Hot Sleepers:Made with non-toxic, food-grade materials, the Purple ($1000) mattress is actually purple (which we love, obvi) and is designed to cool overall body temp. Unlike traditional memory foam, it bounces back to its original shape and is cushiony without being too soft.
Why we love it: 100-night trial, 10-year warranty, pressure relieving
The downside: Not great for side sleepers
Best Value:The Tuft & Needle ($575) mattress is hands down the best bang for your buck. Additionally, these sleep specialists engineered their very own foam that reacts to pressure and supports every body, regardless of size or weight. Affordable and innovative FTW.
Why we love it: 100-night trial, 10-year warranty, great customer service
The downside: Not great for very hot sleepers or foam lovers
Best Guarantee:If buying a new bed via mail makes you a little squeamish, then you should def check out Nectar ($670). Not only does this company offer a one-year trial, but they also guarantee their medium-firm mattress forever.
Why we love it: One-year trial, lifetime warranty, plush, *and* supportive
The downside: Long ship-out date
Best All-Around:Want the best of all worlds? We don't blame you. The Casper ($950) has been on the mattress scene for a minute to help you live your best #ladyboss life, one well-rested night at a time. Featuring a springy top layer, breathable foam, and no-interest financing, this may just be the one mattress option to fit all.
Why we love it: 100-night trial, same day delivery, free returns
The downside: Not environmentally friendly
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Lindsey Graham-Jones
Lindsey is a lover of all things animal print, a surfer of knee-high waves, and a seeker of sunshine.