The best mattresses for heavy people offer solid support without sacrificing cozy comfort layers or pressure relief. While firmer mattresses are generally recommended for heavier individuals, some Medium-Firm and Medium mattresses still offer good support and are often better for side sleeping. Mattresses specifically designed for heavier people often have a higher weight rating to ensure comfort and durability. Whether a mattress is designed for a specific weight category or not, sturdy edges and durable materials are also a consideration.
We've tested more than 45 mattresses, and these are our recommendations for the best options for heavy people. Check out the best firm mattresses, best memory foam mattresses, and best mattresses for more options.
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Best Mattress For Heavy People
Firmness LevelFirm (60 Pa/mm)Support7.7Pressure Relief7.3Longevity8.3Cooling8.6Motion Dissipation7.8See all our test resultsResponsiveness9.6The Saatva Latex Hybrid is the best mattress for heavy people that we've tested. This Firm hybrid mattress offers great durability and decent support for heavier people. It's a particularly good option for side sleepers, since it offers excellent body conformity for people in that weight category, ensuring your shoulder can sink in enough for proper pressure relief. The comfort layers are highly contouring, which also helps with pressure relief. The mattress has a springy, responsive feel, so your movements feel supported, and you don't feel stuck in place.
The comfort layer is the only foam in the mattress and is made of high-quality latex, which helps it resist forming permanent body impressions for longer than lower-quality materials. Firmer coils along each side of the mattress give it very sturdy edges, and it's cooling enough for hot sleepers. That said, while it offers satisfactory support for back and side sleepers in the heavier weight category, you may want one of the more supportive options below if you sleep on your stomach.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Mattress For Heavy People
Firmness LevelFirm (81 Pa/mm)Support8.1Pressure Relief6.2Longevity8.9Cooling8.1Motion Dissipation7.5See all our test resultsResponsiveness9.3The best upper mid-range mattress for heavy people we've tested is the Sleep On Latex Pure Green Organic. This all-foam latex mattress is very firm, even compared to other Firm mattresses, which helps it offer impressive support for people in that weight category. It's a great option for back and stomach sleepers, since it'll keep you evenly supported and help keep your spine aligned. The springy, responsive latex comfort layers seem to push back against your movements, making it feel easy to move around on. It's definitely a mattress you sleep 'on' and not 'in', but the sleeping surface is highly contouring, which helps add some pressure relief.
While it's not as cooling as the Saatva Latex Hybrid, it's still a good option for hot sleepers, and its fantastically sturdy edges provide a solid surface for getting in and out of bed. The layers are all made of high-quality latex, which will help the mattress resist sagging for longer. However, its body conformity for heavier people is just decent. If you sleep on your side, a more conforming mattress will better reduce pressure on your arm and shoulder.
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Best Mid-Range Mattress For Heavy People
Firmness LevelMedium (46 Pa/mm)Support7.6Pressure Relief7.9Longevity6.3Cooling8.4Motion Dissipation9.0See all our test resultsResponsiveness8.7The Tuft and Needle Mint is the best mid-range mattress for heavy people. This Medium mattress's polyfoam and memory foam comfort layers let you sink into it significantly, giving it a pillowy feel. This makes it a great option for side sleepers, especially if you prefer sleeping 'in' rather than 'on' your mattress. Unlike some plusher mattresses, it offers decent support for people in the heavier weight category, making it a good option for back and side sleep.
It's a good option for sleeping with a partner, since its fantastic motion dissipation performance means you won't feel most movements. It's cool enough for hot sleepers and has sturdy edges, so you can sleep comfortably near the side of the bed. That said, it's not as durable as the Sleep On Latex Pure Green Organic. It uses both good-quality and low-quality foam, which may cause it to show signs of wear sooner. Also, like the Saatva Latex Hybrid, it may not be quite supportive enough for stomach sleepers.
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Best Budget Mattress For Heavy People
Firmness LevelMedium (42 Pa/mm)Support7.5Pressure Relief7.3Longevity6.7Cooling7.9Motion Dissipation8.6See all our test resultsResponsiveness8.3If you're looking for a budget-friendly mattress, consider the Casper Cooling Select. This bed-in-a-box mattress is available at Costco (U.S.) and has a Medium overall firmness level. It offers a good balance of support and pressure relief for people in the heavier weight category, making it a good option for side, back, and stomach sleepers. You'll sink into it less overall than the Tuft and Needle Mint, but it allows your shoulder to sink in enough for comfortable side sleep. A zoned transition layer adds extra support for your hips, and it does a good job of keeping your spine aligned for back and stomach sleeping.
It offers excellent motion dissipation, so your partner's movements are less likely to wake you. While it has very good overall cooling performance, it's not quite enough for hot sleepers. Similarly, its edge support is good, but not great, so if you want sturdy edges for getting in and out of bed, it may not be ideal. Like the previous pick, its mix of good and low-quality foams makes it moderately durable.
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Best Cheap Mattress For Heavier People
Firmness LevelMedium-Firm (54 Pa/mm)Support7.5Pressure Relief6.6Longevity6.0Cooling8.3Motion Dissipation8.8See all our test resultsResponsiveness8.1The best cheap mattress for heavier people is the Allswell Hybrid. This inexpensive Medium-Firm hybrid mattress's contouring comfort layers provide pressure relief for heavier side sleepers. In contrast, its very firm coil layer offers decent support for back and stomach sleepers in that weight category. Its comfort layers are on the firmer side, and you won't sink into it as much as with the Casper Cooling Select, so you might prefer it if you like sleeping 'on' rather than 'in' your mattress. It's also bouncy and responsive, so it feels easy to move around on.
It's cooling enough for hot sleepers, and its excellent motion dissipation helps you sleep peacefully with a partner. The edges are reinforced with stiffer coils, providing excellent edge support. However, it's not as durable as the previous picks, with just one layer of good-quality foam.
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Casper Snow:
The Casper Snow is a Medium hybrid mattress that offers very good support for heavier people. However, unlike the Saatva Latex Hybrid, you'll sink into it a lot overall, which, along with its low responsiveness, may make you feel constricted. It's also much less durable. That said, if you like an enveloping feel, it's a good option.
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Big Fig Mattress:
The Big Fig Mattress is a Medium hybrid mattress designed for people in the heavier weight category. It's a good option for side sleeping, and all its foam layers are made of good or high-quality material. However, it's not cooling enough for hot sleepers, unlike the Saatva Latex Hybrid.
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The recommendations above are what we think currently represent the best mattresses for heavier people. We factor in performance, price, availability, and visitor feedback.
Of course, the best mattress for you depends on your specific needs and preferences. If you'd like more options, here's a list of all our mattress reviews to help you find the right fit.