Best Queen Mattress for 2024
A queen-size bed is the ideal option for most people. If you’re looking for a new one, our sleep experts tested the best queen mattresses on the market so you don't have to.
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Our Picks
If you’ve been shopping for a new mattress, you know it can feel like a daunting task. With so many mattress options on the market, you might be struggling to choose the perfect one for you. Before you swipe your card, there are several aspects you’ll want to consider, including budget, firmness and sizing.
Sizing is a crucial part of picking the right mattress. While most people can get by with a full-size option, a queen-size mattress is the ideal choice for many. It fits in most rooms and comfortably sleeps two people. There are a ton of online beds you can sleep on, but only a few make our list of the best queen mattresses.
To help you pick the best queen-size mattresses while shopping online, we've rounded up our top picks. Whether you prefer a firm mattress, a hybrid mattress or maybe want a soft mattress because you're a stomach sleeper, you'll find the best mattress for a quality night's sleep below.
What is the best overall queen mattress?
Our team of sleep experts has tested over 200 of the top beds on the market. We've determined that the best queen mattress is the Brooklyn Bedding Signature. It's the type of mattress anyone will like; it accommodates all sleeping positions with its comfortable memory foam comfort layer. Thanks to the pocketed coil construction, this bed is durable enough to support any body type. A queen size retails for $1,332, although it's almost always on sale for less.
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Best queen mattresses of 2024
Brooklyn Bedding Signature
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Saatva Classic
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Other mattresses we've tested
Our CNET Sleep editors have the tumultuous task of laying on beds to find the ones that are most cozy and comfortable. Just kidding, it's a pretty great gig. Throughout hundreds of bed testing hours, they've discovered the best of the best mattresses and the average Joe's. The beds listed above were the editors' top choices, but here are a few additional beds that deserve an honorable mention.
WinkBed mattress: WinkBed is a thick, luxurious hybrid mattress with a strong pocketed coil system, several layers of coils and a fluffy pillow top for additional comfort. It comes in three different firmness levels ranging from soft to firm, so all sleeping positions can find a comfortable fit for them.
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mattress: The GhostBed queen mattress combines memory foam, latex foam and poly foam to create a mixed foam feel that's pressure-relieving and responsive at the same time. It also uses its own special latex foam, making it more affordable than organic or natural latex foam. It's great for all sleeping positions because it's rated right in the middle of the firmness scale. It's not as supportive, so it's going to be best for people who weigh under 230 pounds.
How we tested the best queen mattresses
Our team of sleep experts has years of experience rolling around on mattresses. We've established a testing process that assesses each bed on key factors like firmness, motion isolation, durability and edge support.
CNET editors pick the products and services we write about based on editorial merit. When you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Read more on how we test mattresses.
Firmness and feel
We've tested hundreds of mattresses, which means we have a deep understanding of where a mattress falls on the firmness scale. We compare it to other mattresses as we analyze how hard or soft it is.
When testing the feel of a bed, we get hands-on. We press down on it and roll around, noting how the material responds. Is it bouncy and light like latex foam? Or slow responding like some memory foam?
Durability
Durability is a top concern when recommending mattresses. We hypothesize how long a mattress will last based on the construction. A bed with steel coils inside will be more durable than an all-foam mattress.
Motion isolation
Motion isolation is how well a bed dampens movement across the surface. While this might not seem like a big deal, it matters if you share a mattress with someone who moves around a lot. To test motion isolation, we jump and bounce around on the mattress. We even place a glass of water on the edge of the bed and see if it tips over as we move across it.
Edge support
You can think of edge support as how strong the perimeter of the mattress is. This is important if you need access to the entire surface or sleep along the edge. We test edge support by sitting and lying on the edge of the mattress. If we feel like we'll fall off, the bed doesn't have good edge support.
Things to consider when shopping for a queen mattress
What you need from a bed differs from what someone else wants. That means your shopping experience will be unique and depend on key factors like your body weight, sleeping position and budget. Let's dig into how your preferences influence your chosen mattress.
Sleeping position
Your sleeping position will determine how hard or soft your mattress needs to be for you to get the best sleep.
- Side sleepers need soft to medium mattresses with plenty of pressure relief that cradles the curves of your body. This ensures that pressure points don't develop on your shoulders, hips and knees.
- Back and stomach sleepers need medium to firm mattresses that align your spine at night. That way you don't wake up with back pain.
- Combination sleepers have the most flexibility. It's best to choose your firmness based on the position you spent the most time in.
Body type
Your body type determines how much pressure you put on the mattress, influencing how firm it feels. Heavier people will experience mattresses to be softer, while petite body types will feel firmer. Your weight also affects what type of mattress you should get.
- People over 230 pounds need a mattress with plenty of support from coils, like hybrid mattresses.
- People under 230 pounds can choose between hybrid and all-foam mattresses.
Health conditions
You should also consider any medical conditions when shopping for your next mattress. For instance, if you sleep hot, you should look for beds with cooling technology or are made with breathable materials like latex foam.
If you live with joint pain or arthritis, you should seek out a soft, pressure-relieving mattress that cradles your body. People with back pain require a firmer mattress to support the spine.
Materials
When looking for a queen mattress, you should also consider the materials in your bed. The construction of your mattress will influence how you experience it and how long it lasts. Generally, there are three main categories of mattress materials: foam, innerspring or coils, and latex foam. A bed with a combination of several materials is called a hybrid mattress.
- Foam: There are several types of foam that you’ll find in mattresses, including traditional memory foam, open cell foam, gel-infused foam and poly foam. The type of foam will dictate the feel and firmness of your mattress.
- Innerspring/coils: Having an innerspring or coil system adds responsiveness and support to the bed. It also tends to make a mattress more durable over time. We generally always recommend a hybrid (a bed with coils and foams) or innerspring mattress for heavier folks.
- Latex foam: There are two types of latex foam: Organic and synthetic. Organic latex is hypoallergenic, antimicrobial and eco-friendly. It also gives mattresses a really bouncy and responsive feel. Though it does tend to be firmer than other foams.
Budget
Mattresses are significant investments, so you must identify your budget before shopping for a queen mattress. The average online mattress costs between $850 to $1,200. There are mattresses for every budget, from under $300 to hotel luxury mattresses that cost over $2,000.
Popular mattress dimensions
| Dimensions (in inches) | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Twin | 38 x 75 |
| Twin XL | 38 x 80 |
| Full | 54 x 74 |
| Queen | 60 x 80 |
| King | 76 x 80 |
| California King | 72 x 84 |
Best queen mattress FAQs
What are the dimensions of a queen size mattress?
Your standard queen-size mattress is 80 inches long and 60 inches wide. Or 6 feet, 8 inches long by 5 feet wide.
What is the best queen size mattress to buy?
The best queen-size mattress should fit your sleeping position, body type and budget. Back and stomach sleepers should look for a medium to firm mattress, while side sleepers should keep an eye out for medium to soft queen mattresses. Sleepers weighing over 250 pounds should consider a hybrid mattress made with steel coils for extra durability and support.
What is the best RV queen mattress?
Brooklyn Bedding is a reputable brand that makes an affordable, comfortable RV queen mattress called Brooklyn Bedding Signature. It's a quality bed-in-a-box mattress that's versatile enough to accommodate many different sleeping and body types, great for a family with different needs and preferences.
How thick should a queen mattress be?
How thick a mattress is will vary by brand and bed. Some are as thin as eight inches, while others can be as thick as 14 inches. Generally, we recommend around 12 inches as the optimal thickness that will fit standard sheets and provide all the comfort and durability you need.