If you consult mattress hobbyists or professionals, you'll often get the same advice: try a latex mattress. Latex is well-regarded in mattress communities for its excellent support, cooling, responsiveness, and durability. However, it's more difficult to produce than synthetic foams like polyfoam and memory foam, making it more expensive and, as a result, less common. Most mattress foams can be produced in large quantities at relatively low cost, but latex has to be sourced from rubber trees before it can be processed into either soft Talalay or firm Dunlop latex foam. While you can expect to pay quite a bit more for a mattress with latex components, a quality latex mattress can last up to 20 years, making it a significant investment.
Depending on your preferences, you might want an all-latex mattress, a hybrid with latex, or a blend of springs, latex, and poly- or memory foam, each with its own advantages. All-latex mattresses tend to be very supportive, making them a good choice for back and stomach sleepers; latex hybrids tend to offer an especially bouncy and responsive feel, so it's easier to shift sleeping positions; and latex mattresses with memory or polyfoam added usually offer better motion isolation, so you can sleep peacefully with a partner.
We've tested more than 55 mattresses, and below, you'll find our recommendations for the best latex mattresses. If you're looking for a latex mattress because you prefer natural materials or you're concerned about off-gassing, check out the best organic mattresses. If you're not sure what type of mattress you want, see our recommendations for the best mattresses for back pain or the best cooling mattresses.
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Best Latex Mattress
Side Sleeping7.4Back Sleeping7.6Stomach Sleeping7.7Responsiveness9.6Motion Dissipation7.8Cooling8.6Longevity8.3Mattress Type:HybridBed-In-A-Box:NoFirmness Level:Firm (60 Pa/mm)See all our test resultsUpper Comfort Foam @ Lumbar:LatexThe best latex mattress we've tested is the Saatva Latex Hybrid. It has a simple design, with pocket springs for support, topped with a layer of organic latex and an organic wool quilted top. This design delivers a versatile blend of support and pressure relief, making it a good choice for a range of people, including combination sleepers and partnered sleepers. That said, lighter side sleepers are the exception here, since they won't sink into the firm surface enough to cushion the shoulder. It's a bouncy, exceptionally responsive mattress, so moving around and shifting sleeping positions takes little effort. While you don't sink very far into it, it's also very contouring, so you feel like the surface is hugging you without holding you in place.
This mattress is an especially good choice for hot sleepers, as it's one of the most cooling options we've tested. It transfers enough heat to keep you cool as you fall asleep, but particularly excels overnight, making it ideal for sleepers who often wake up overheated. Motion isolation is also a strong point. The bouncy latex layer means that you feel movement nearby momentarily, but it doesn't travel across the mattress, so your sleeping partner can rest even while you toss and turn. The dense latex layer makes this mattress very durable, as to be expected from the material.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Latex Mattress
Side Sleeping5.0Back Sleeping8.0Stomach Sleeping8.9Responsiveness9.6Motion Dissipation9.0Cooling8.1Longevity8.6Mattress Type:HybridBed-In-A-Box:NoFirmness Level:Firm (130 Pa/mm)See all our test resultsUpper Comfort Foam @ Lumbar:LatexIf you always sleep on your back or stomach, you might prefer the upper mid-range Sleep On Latex Hybrid. This latex mattress is very firm, so it's not as versatile as the Saatva Latex Hybrid, since it won't provide enough pressure relief for side sleeping. On the other hand, it offers outstanding support. Whatever weight range you fall into, it'll do a great job of preventing your hips from sinking and keeping your spine aligned, which is important for comfortable back or stomach sleep. The springy latex comfort layer and pocket coil support layer give it a bouncy, highly responsive feel, so you can easily change positions while sleeping. Like most latex mattresses, you won't feel enveloped, but the sleeping surface is highly contouring. This helps add some cushioning for your back and hips when you sleep on your back or stomach.
This mattress is also very durable, as the only foam layer is made of very dense, high-quality latex. You can also flip the mattress, which has the same design and feel on both sides, thereby increasing its longevity. Overall, it has a durable design that will help it maintain its strong support for longer. Otherwise, it offers better motion dissipation than the Saatva, so if you sleep lightly, it'll do a better job of absorbing your partner's movements, making them less noticeable. And, while its cooling isn't as good as the previous pick's, it's still suitable for hot sleepers.
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Best Mid-Range Latex Mattress
Side Sleeping7.2Back Sleeping7.1Stomach Sleeping7.0Responsiveness9.6Motion Dissipation8.2Cooling7.3Longevity7.6Mattress Type:HybridBed-In-A-Box:YesFirmness Level:Medium (47 Pa/mm)See all our test resultsUpper Comfort Foam @ Lumbar:LatexIf you want a versatile latex mattress without spending high-end prices, consider the Big Fig Mattress. This Medium hybrid combines pocket coils with polyfoam, gel-infused latex, and quilted layers. The soft quilted layer and less bouncy gel-infused latex give it a more conforming, less contouring feel. This helps it offer enough pressure relief for average and heavier side sleepers, without making you feel enveloped or stuck. It's not as supportive as the Sleep On Latex Hybrid overall, but it's also a good option for lighter back and stomach sleepers who don't want a super firm mattress.
The blend of latex and polyfoam in the comfort layers offers benefits and drawbacks. This combo offers better motion isolation than many latex mattresses, making it ideal for couples who want the responsiveness and support of latex. Unfortunately, the polyfoam layers dissipate heat less efficiently, so while this model provides decent cooling, it's not ideal if you sleep hot or live in a hot climate. It's also less durable than the previous picks, since the mattress's polyfoam doesn't meet the standard for high-quality foam. Still, it's one of the most durable mattresses we've tested.
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Best Budget Latex Mattress
Side Sleeping6.4Back Sleeping7.6Stomach Sleeping8.0Responsiveness9.3Motion Dissipation7.5Cooling8.1Longevity8.9Mattress Type:FoamBed-In-A-Box:YesFirmness Level:Firm (81 Pa/mm)See all our test resultsUpper Comfort Foam @ Lumbar:LatexFor a high-quality latex mattress at a more budget-friendly price, check out the Sleep On Latex Pure Green Organic. Its price tag is certainly not cheap by normal standards, but since latex mattresses are among the most expensive models on the market, it's one of the most affordable you'll find. This all-latex mattress has three individual layers of organic latex, offering a very firm feel with robust support, but lacking pressure relief. This design makes it a good fit for most back sleepers and especially stomach sleepers, but most side sleepers will need a softer option. With no pocket coils, this mattress is less bouncy than the Big Fig Mattress, but it responds to movement just as quickly, so it's still very easy to move around on. You sleep more 'on' than 'in' this mattress, but the comfort layer contours your body closely, providing pressure relief.
While this mattress transfers heat a little more slowly at the beginning of the night, it picks up after the first hour, making it an excellent choice for hot sleepers. Partnered sleepers, on the other hand, may want to look elsewhere if motion transfer is a concern. Although movement doesn't travel very far, you feel even the smallest movements nearby, and they don't dissipate very quickly. If this Firm mattress fits your needs, however, you can expect it to last a long time. With latex making up every layer, it's amazingly durable, which is rare at this price point.
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The recommendations above are what we currently think are the best latex mattresses for most 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 want more options to consider, here's a list of all our mattress reviews, including latex and non-latex mattresses, so you can find the right fit.