Top 7 Full Mattress for 2025, Approved by CNET Sleep Experts

Why we chose the Brooklyn Bedding Signature mattress: The Brooklyn Bedding Signature mattress is the best overall full-size mattress because everyone will like it. It’s made well, with a hybrid construction that’s plenty supportive. It’s one of the best beds you can get for the money.

How it sleeps: When you look at the Brooklyn Bedding Signature mattress, it doesn’t look as fancy as other beds. But don’t let that fool you. The second you lie down on this bed, you’ll feel how comfortable it is. I’d describe it as a neutral hybrid feel that’s widely accommodating. 

“The soft, responsive top layers of foams combined with the coils provide gentle bounce with plenty of pressure relief and give the Brooklyn Bedding Signature an almost universally comfortable feel,” says Owen Poole, senior video producer. 

The Brooklyn Bedding Signature has three firmness levels, meaning everyone can sleep on it. It’s available in soft (medium-soft or 3), medium (medium or 5) and firm (medium-firm or 7). Besides how almost universally appealing it is in feel and firmness, the Signature mattress is also a fantastic price for the quality. At only $999 for a full bed, I think it’s one of the best values. Sure, cheaper beds are out there, but I don’t think any of them are as dependable and comfortable as the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress.

Why we chose the Nectar Premier mattress: If you’re a memory foam lover who wants a dependable bed, the Nectar Premier fits the bill. It’s available in an all-foam and hybrid constitution, though the retail is pretty high.

How it sleeps: People love memory foam because it slowly conforms to the shape of the body like a full-body hug. The best full-size memory foam bed is the Nectar Premier. It’s a tad firmer than a medium, more like a medium to medium-firm or 6. That level of firmness accommodates just about anyone, though there’s a chance it could be a bit too firm for some petite side sleepers. However, I don’t see that being a problem for the average person.

“You get a nice body-conforming sink-in sensation when you lay down on it, but compared to a Tempur-Pedic mattress, it's slightly less viscous,” says JD Christison. While it’s lighter and more responsive than Tempur-Pedic, I still think it’s considered dense, just not as syrupy.

The Nectar Premier mattress is pretty expensive, though Nectar runs some of the most generous sales around holidays. I’ve seen it drop up to 50% off, meaning you can get a full-size bed for under $1,000. If you’re a heavier person or just want a bed with a coil layer for support, the Nectar Premier is also available in a hybrid construction.

Runner-up: If you’re looking for a budget memory foam mattress, check out the Bear Original. It’s about as firm as the Nectar Premier, though it has a more straightforward memory foam feel. It’s slow to respond and conforms to your body for less money.

Why we chose the Helix Midnight Luxe: This bed's traditional pillow top and accommodating firmness make it the best full bed you can get. The Midnight Luxe is great for couples and anyone who wants a supportive hybrid bed. You just have to be willing to spend more.

How it sleeps: The Helix Midnight Luxe is one of those beds that almost everyone will agree is comfortable. It has a plush pillow top with layers of foam to ensure you get plenty of pressure relief if you sleep on your side. I’d describe it as a neutral foam almost cushiony feel from the pillow top. But don’t worry, the durable coil layer ensures you have plenty of support on your back and stomach. 

The middle-of-the-road firmness level means that everyone can sleep on this bed -- side, stomach, back and combination sleepers will all get what they need. It’s one of the first beds I recommend for couples if they have different sleeping needs. Helix is quickly becoming one of my favorite brands because of how comfortable their beds are. Nothing is polarizing like the hyper-elastic grid or dense like Tempur-Pedic’s memory foam. The Midnight Luxe is a comfy pillow-top bed with a hefty construction that will stand up to the test of time.

Runner-up: I also recommend the DreamCloud mattress. Its memory foam pillow top blends what you expect from traditional pillow tops with the sink-in sensation of memory foam. I recently recommended this bed to my brother, who loves it. However, I’d recommend the DreamCloud hybrid over the flagship DreamCloud if you want a softer mattress.

Why we chose the Saatva Rx mattress: Living with back pain? You need a bed that was designed with your needs in mind. The Saatva Rx mattress is a premium mattress that can alleviate back pain from conditions like scoliosis and sciatica. However, it’s softer, so those who want a firm bed will need to look elsewhere.

How it sleeps: The Saatva Rx is a premium mattress with a unique construction targeting back pain. It has six layers (not including the cover), including gel memory foam, high-density foam and durable coils. The base layer of coils has what Saatva calls the “Rx foam module,” which is essentially a foam tip for each coil for extra cushion. Add a layer of microcoils, and the Saatva Rx mattress is the best full-size mattress for back pain.

Besides being exceptionally supportive, I like this bed's accommodating firmness level. At around medium, the average person will be happy with this bed, except maybe those looking for a truly firm mattress. Everyone else will like the classic innerspring feel of this luxury bed.

Runner-up: The Saatva Classic is a luxury bed good for back pain because it’s so supportive. It’s much firmer than the Saatva Rx, so I can’t recommend this bed enough if you like a firm mattress.

Why we chose the Layla Hybrid mattress: The Layla Hybrid is one of the best flippable mattresses you can get. It’s also my choice for side sleepers. You get the choice between two firmness options in one bed, though they’re both on the softer side.

How it sleeps: You might not have ever considered getting a flippable bed, which is designed with the support layer (in this case, coils) at the center of the bed so both sides are sleepable. But even if you never actually flip the Layla Hybrid mattress, I still recommend it for side sleepers. It’s incredibly comfortable and provides plenty of pressure relief, though that coil center makes sure it’s still supportive, too.

We rate the soft side of the Layla Hybrid mattress around medium-soft; the firmer side is just a hair past medium firm. Both are great for side sleepers; you just have to decide how soft you want your bed to be. Besides how firm it is, the Layla Hybrid mattress snags my spot for the best full bed for side sleepers because it’s also really comfortable. I’m not a huge fan of dense memory foam, so it’s nice to experience a foam bed that’s different. I’d describe it as a light, airy memory foam feel. It’s plenty responsive, and I never felt like I was getting sucked into the mattress. It’s a nice feeling for people who like foam but don’t want to feel stuck in the bed.

Runner-up: If you’re on a tighter budget, the Nolah Original mattress is another full bed for side sleepers. It has a blended foam feel that balances the sink-in sensation with a bit of bounce and responsiveness. A full bed costs $1,349, though with sales, I’ve seen it as low as $875, which is a fantastic value for this quality bed.

Why we chose the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe mattress: When it comes to cooling mattresses, the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe is the coldest bed I’ve tested. The second you touch it, you can feel the cooling properties. That said, I only recommend it if you genuinely sleep hot. Otherwise, it’s a little expensive.

How it sleeps: I love Brooklyn Bedding’s mattresses because they are dependable and comfortable. They’re a safe choice for everyone, which can be hard to find in the bedding space. The Aurora Luxe is Brooklyn Bedding’s cooling mattress and certainly lives up to the claims. It’s easily the coolest bed I've ever tested.

Besides the cooling tech in this bed, it’s also widely appealing. It has a neutral hybrid feel that’s similar to the Signature mattress. The Aurora Luxe gets extra points because it’s available in three firmness levels: soft (medium-soft or three), medium (medium or five) and firm (medium-firm or seven). Most people will find their ideal firmness, though if you’re looking for a truly firm bed, you might be a little disappointed by the top option of the Aurora Luxe. I don’t see this being a problem for the average person, though if you want to sleep on a board, it’s not this bed.

Runner-up: If you’re on a budget but need to sleep cool, check out the Cocoon Chill mattress. It has a dense, viscous memory foam feel, though it doesn’t rise to the level of Tempur-Pedic. You can get it in an all-foam or hybrid construction. The hybrid is a little more expensive but also a little softer.

Why we chose the Avocado Green mattress: When it comes to organic beds, no one does it quite like Avocado. With several certifications for natural and organic elements, you can rest assured there are no harmful chemicals or glues in your bed. However, unless you spend an extra $680 to get the additional pillow top, it’s a very firm bed. 

How it sleeps: The Avocado Green has natural materials like GOTS organic wool and cotton. It also has organic Dunlop latex, which drives the feel and firmness of this bed. Latex foam tends to be naturally firmer, which I found to be true for the Avocado Green, which is around a firm or 9 on our scale. However, it’s highly responsive and snaps back quickly as you move around. The base Avocado bed is best suited for back and stomach sleepers. Side sleepers will need to spend up to get one of the two pillow top options.

Unfortunately, like many organic beds, the Avocado Green mattress is pretty expensive, though worth it if you can afford it. At $1,899 for the base, that’s out of many people’s budget, especially if you want to add the pillow top for $680 or the premium box top for $1,360 more. I can’t see side sleepers wanting the base model, so the pillow tops are basically essential.

Runner-up: If you want an organic bed on a budget, check out the Awara Natural Hybrid mattress. It’s $1,238 for a full, though with sales, I’ve seen it drop to around $800. It’s a responsive bed that’s around a medium-firm or 7, making it best for back and stomach sleepers. Side sleepers should check out the EcoCloud from WinkBeds. It’s a medium, though a little more expensive than Awara at $1,699 for a full.

Why we chose the Allswell mattress: Budget shoppers have long loved the Allswell mattress from retail giant Walmart. It’s a straightforward bed that doesn’t have all the bells and whistles other beds do, but it’s not trying to. The only thing is that it’s on the firmer side.

How it sleeps: The Allswell is a great full-size bed for people on a tight budget. It’s extremely affordable, at only $224. In the online space, budget beds often leave much to be desired, but that’s not the case with the Allswell bed. You won’t see the advanced features like cooling covers or zoned support coils, but Allswell isn’t trying to be something it’s not. It’s both cheap and comfortable.

The Allswell mattress is a supportive, bouncy hybrid bed with a neutral foam feel. It’s nothing like the syrupy feel you’ll get from Tempur-Pedic, but neutral is more appealing to the average person looking for a bed. The only thing about this bed that might narrow down who will want it is the firmness. I found it to be a medium-firm or 7 on our scale when testing it. I’d only recommend it for back and stomach sleepers. Maybe heavy side sleepers who want a firmer bed, but I think the vast majority of side sleepers will find it too firm to sleep comfortably. 

Runner-up: The Allswell Luxe is a slightly softer bed, around a medium. It’s slightly more expensive, at $347 for a full, but it’s a much better option for side sleepers. You’re still getting a neutral foam feel and hybrid construction.