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Say goodbye to memory foam for the perfect balance of breathability, contouring and support.

Shopping for mattresses is hard enough as it is, with endless options to choose from and more materials than you've ever noticed, especially if you're a hot sleeper but don't like the sinking-in, conforming feeling of foam or the firmness of a breathable, traditional mattress. Whether you tend to overheat or prefer feeling like you're sleeping "on top of" your mattress rather than inside it, latex mattresses provide that perfect balance of breathability, contouring and support.

The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab evaluates mattresses of all kinds, including hybrid mattresses, mattresses-in-a-box, cooling mattresses, mattresses for back pain, affordable mattresses, mattresses for side sleepers and more, to find the best-performing options available. Our analysts and product experts extensively research top brands, materials and features in addition to working with a diverse group of consumer testers to try out mattresses and evaluate how each model performs for different types of sleepers. We survey our tester panel to get in-depth feedback from a broad range of real users. Our latest surveys alone had responses from more than 10,000 mattress owners, including both quantitative scores and qualitative feedback on aspects like ease of ordering, set up, comfort, support and performance over time. You can read on for more tips on how to choose the perfect mattress at the end of this article but first, here are the best latex mattresses of 2022.

With quality materials and craftsmanship, the Avocado Green Mattress is one of the best mattresses available. It's certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS), ensuring that the entire manufacturing process adheres to strict standards and a favorite amongst our tester panel. Avocado also provides an incredibly generous trial period compared to other brands, offering a year-long return policy. And while the mattress can be on the firm side (as the brand rates it a 7 out of 10), you can opt for an additional pillow-top for a more plush feel. The brand also offers a vegan version without wool and a more affordable eco version that still checks all the boxes for a great latex mattress.

What it's made of: This latex hybrid mattress uses organic cotton, wool, latex and coils for a balance of support and comfort. The organic cotton outer cover binds the layers without using glue, followed by a layer of organic wool to provide natural temperature regulation with 3 inches of resilient organic Dunlop latex, ergonomically-placed pocketed coils and a final layer of organic latex. The resulting mattress provides proper alignment and edge support for a good night's rest.

Tester notes: Our panel raved about Avocado's mattresses, particularly appreciating how they've managed to be sustainable without sacrificing quality or comfort. Testers were impressed with the comfort and proper alignment, commenting on how well-rested they feel each morning, even after years of use. One told us, "It is unbelievably comfortable. I love that it's super soft but also very supportive." Users also reported that overall, their mattresses felt springy and supportive.

• Height: 11" (or 13" with pillowtop) • Firmness levels: Gentle Firm • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King • Trial Period: 365 nights • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S. or $249 for white glove delivery

This latex hybrid from My Green Mattress is more affordable, starting at $749 for a twin, while still being certified organic, so you can be confident that the entire manufacturing process follows strict standards. This style is perfect for both children and adults with a firm feel that still contours to your body using a mix of coils, latex, wool and cotton. You can also upgrade to a two-sided mattress for an extra $125, allowing you to flip to the other side for longer use. And if you're willing to spend a little more for extra support, the brand also offers the Natural Escape mattress, which has a more ergonomic layout with additional coils.

What it's made of: Like our best overall pick, it uses certified organic cotton, wool and 1 1/4 inches of Dunlop latex along with 8-inch pocketed coils. It doesn't have ergonomically placed zoned areas of support, but this allows you to rotate the mattress to prevent any indents from developing over time. It's also button-tufted to hold everything together without the use of glue and features good edge support.

Tester notes: Users from our panel were thrilled with the high quality at a lower price point. The mattress earned high scores from parents who bought it for their children as well as adults who used it themselves. Many called it supportive yet comfortable with one user telling us, "It's not too firm or too soft. Both my husband and I sleep very well on it."

• Height: 9.5" (or 10.75" for two-sided version) • Firmness levels: Firm • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Full XL, Queen, King, California King • Trial Period: 120 nights • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S.

Nolah's mattresses are loved by our testers and panel, receiving especially glowing reviews from those who suffer from back pain. While most mattresses for pressure relief are made of memory foam, this latex hybrid mattress offers the ergonomic placement of coils for targeted comfort and relief.

What it's made of: Like other latex hybrid mattresses, this pick features cotton, wool, 3 inches of Talalay latex and coils for a supportive and contouring feel with targeted zones for extra pressure relief. Just note that while Nolah claims the cotton and wool layers are certified by GOTS, GOTS only certifies whole products and not individual components, so we weren’t able to validate these claims in our research. The latex layer is certified by eco-INSTITUT, which means it's been tested for indoor air quality but doesn't mean it's certified organic.

Tester notes: Users particularly appreciated the support and cushioned feel around pressure points. Our testers also noticed how well it contoured to bodies and loved the handles on the side for easy transport. Plus, our experts noticed that this model offers good pressure relief that's ideal for both lightweight body types and side sleepers.

• Height: 11" • Firmness levels: Medium • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King • Trial Period: 120 nights • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S or $125-$225 for mattress removal and/or setup

If you're looking for a convenient mattress in a box option, the Happsy Organic Mattress is a great choice. Setting up your own mattress might sound like additional work, but many of our testers preferred being able to set up their mattresses whenever they wanted instead of waiting for a delivery service. The mattress on its own can be firm, so if you prefer a more plush feel, consider adding a pillowtop made with two inches of soft latex.

What it's made of: This option is certified by GOTS and GOLS for its entirely organic materials, including 2 inches of latex, wool and cotton with 8-inch pocketed coils. Like our other picks, it's also made without additional flame retardants or glue.

Tester notes: This option received glowing reviews from owners on our panel. One even told us, "I like that it doesn't have toxic chemicals and is organic. But the best part is that it is so comfortable! This is the best mattress I have ever owned!" Our testers noticed that it had more of a sinking-in, contouring feel compared to other latex mattresses. One tester also said, "the plush, contouring, pressure-relieving feel was really comfortable, especially with the topper. It felt really good for side sleeping."

• Height: 10" (or 12" with pillowtop) • Firmness levels: Medium Firm • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King • Trial Period: 120 nights when purchased through the Happsy site • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S.

Amerisleep is known for its soft memory foam mattresses but this latex mattress is a total game-changer. It's both supportive and comfortable, featuring materials that check all the boxes for a great latex hybrid mattress. It also has exceptional motion isolation, making it a great choice for couples who wake up at different times in the morning or toss and turn at night.

What it's made of: This latex hybrid consists of a cotton cover with layers of wool, 3 inches of Talalay latex and 8-inch pocketed coils with targeted support and added motion isolation.

Tester notes: Our testers reported that this mattress is very comfortable and contours in all the right places. One tester immediately noticed how it conformed to her body with perfect support, finding herself waking up well-rested and no longer tossing and turning through the night. Another user told us, "I'm not disrupted by any of my husband's movements as I was in the past."

• Height: 13" • Firmness levels: Medium • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King • Trial Period: 100 nights • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S.

Pressure-relieving mattresses help reduce hotspots in certain areas, including your shoulders or hips, to help alleviate back pain and provide cushioning that's ideal for side sleepers. Unlike memory foam options, this pick from Birch is a latex hybrid with an ergonomic design for targeted cushioning around pressure points.

What it's made of: Similar to our other picks, this mattress uses a combination of latex, wool, cotton and coils for a bouncy, supportive feel. Just note that it's not exactly 100% natural or organic as the flame retardant wool layers also use rayon, which is chemically processed even though it originates from a natural material. Its latex layer is also certified by eco-INSTITUT, meaning it's been tested for indoor air quality but is not necessarily organic.

Tester notes: Our testers appreciated the comfortable, bouncy feel, a common characteristic with latex mattresses, with one calling it "not too firm or too soft." Another tester called the mattress great for preventing overheating saying, " it helps me maintain an even temperature, which in turn makes for a great night's sleep!"

• Height: 11" (or 14" with plush topper) • Firmness levels: Medium Firm • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King • Trial Period: 100 nights • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S.

This luxury mattress has five different customizable firmness levels for each side of the bed, making it the perfect option for couples with different preferences. You can also exchange any firmness layer during the first 90 days to make sure you love the level you choose. Naturepedic is known in the organic bedding industry for its personalized features for every age group. The company makes mattresses for babies, kids and adults. The brand also offers a version without the pillow top and an all-latex option for extra customization. They also offer the option to contact Naturepedic anytime to order a vegan version made without wool.

What it's made of: This tall 15-inch latex mattress uses a quilted organic cover that's made with wool and polylactic acid (PLA) over an organic cotton pillowtop. It also features two 3-inch layers of organic latex over a unique coil system, all of which can be swapped out for a different firmness level. Just keep in mind that smaller sizes (twin, twin XL and full) only offer one firmness for the entire mattress.

Tester notes: This model received rave reviews from our testers in almost every category. Testers particularly loved the contouring feel around their shoulders and hips along with the back support and gave this mattress high scores for comfort. The only complaints were that the mattress can be heavy when putting on fitted sheets and testers found the setup cumbersome since each layer is sent in a separate box, but they said it was well worth the end result.

• Height: 15" • Firmness levels: Customizable from ultra-plush to firm • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King • Trial Period: 100 nights • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S.

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For the ultimate, luxurious mattress, this spring-free model comes in nine different sizes, two firmness levels and two heights. Made with several layers of latex, this mattress offers pressure-relieving comfort with durability and resilience for a great night's rest.

What it's made of: With an organic cotton cover and layer of temperature-regulating wool, this mattress features three to four layers of latex with varying levels of firmness so you can personalize your bed at your own convenience.

Tester notes: Our panel of consumers and experts alike love how supportive this mattress feels. One tester noticed less "bounce" with this model, making it great for reducing motion transfer. They appreciated how it contoured without sinking in too much, calling it, "a do not disturb feeling." Another noted that the model with the pillow-top felt "both soft and supportive" saying he "didn't wake up sore like he used to."

• Height: 9" (or 12" with pillowtop) • Firmness levels: Medium or Medium Firm • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split Queen, Split King, Split California King • Trial Period: 100 nights • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S.

Known for offering high-quality mattresses directly to consumers, Saatva's mattresses continue to impress members of our tester panel and experts alike. This latex hybrid is a great option for those looking for a more ergonomic option, with enhanced support in targeted areas for pressure relief and minimal motion transfer.

What it's made of: This mattress is made of a cotton cover, wool, a 3-inch layer of latex and pocketed coils for targeted support to help promote spinal alignment all night long. Just keep in mind that although Saatva lists this model as an organic mattress, we weren't able to fully verify that claim with certifications during our review.

Tester notes: Our panel respondents continuously rave about the edge support on Saatva mattresses, which makes it easier to get in and out of bed. Users of this mattress appreciated the supportive feel without it being too firm, with one commenting, "there is more support in the right places." Another user also told us it's "the best I’ve ever slept."

• Height: 12" • Firmness levels: Medium Firm • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King • Trial Period: 365 days (with a $99 return pick-up fee) • Delivery: Free white glove delivery within the continental U.S.

Avocado makes our list again for their spring-free, all latex mattress that's firmer than any other recommendation on our list, including the Green Mattress. In fact, the brand rates it a 7.5 on a firmness scale of 1 to 10, making it one of the firmest you can find and a great choice for back and stomach sleepers, as well as heavier folks thanks to the additional support.

What it's made of: An organic cotton outer cover with needle tufting for binding the layers without glue, a layer of naturally temperature-regulating organic wool and three layers of organic Dunlop latex. The mattress also incorporates proprietary wave cutouts to reduce motion transfer and provide contouring benefits for proper spine alignment in the 9 inches of latex.

Tester notes: Avocado continues to impress both our consumer tester panel and product experts with its initiatives to offset carbon emissions and commitment to sustainability without compromising on quality. This particular mattress earned perfect scores for comfort from our testers, who raved about how easy it was to change positions and fall asleep without sinking into the mattress. They also appreciated that the bed doesn't feel too firm, calling it supportive. Others praised the edge support and how the mattress "contours to your body just the right amount."

• Height: 9" • Firmness levels: Firm • Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King • Trial Period: 365 nights • Delivery: Free shipping within the continental U.S. or $249 for white glove delivery

The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab tests all sorts of mattresses and begins by researching the materials, specifications, features and claims of each mattress. Then, both product experts and consumer testers evaluate the mattresses firsthand for setup and sleep testing. We collect feedback for sleep testing first after several weeks and then again after longer periods of time to check in on how the mattresses perform over time. Additionally, we survey Good Housekeeping readers and our tester panel for additional feedback on the mattresses they own. Here's what we look at when we evaluate the best latex mattresses:

✔️Ordering & delivery: Users tell us how easy the mattress was to order and how quickly it arrived. They also have the chance to share any potential problems that came up in this process and explain if those issues were resolved.

✔️Set up: Whether DIY or delivery service, users inform us of their opinions on the process and how long it took the mattress to take proper shape once unwrapped.

✔️Firmness level: Testers rate the mattress on its firmness and our analysts compare this information to claims from the brands.

✔️Edge support: Reviewers sit on the edge of the bed and relay how it performs under their weight or other pressure.

✔️Comfort and support: Our testers rate the mattresses for comfort and support, as well as how well they personally liked sleeping on them, both initially and over an extended period.

✔️Temperature regulation: We also ask reviewers to rate how comfortable their body temperature remained while sleeping on the mattress.

✔️Sleep quality: Final scores check whether the mattress impacted sleep quality and whether or not users woke up feeling sore over time. Our respondents then give the mattress an overall satisfaction score and can compare the mattress to any previous beds they've slept on.

✔️Additional feedback: Testers inform us of any specific likes, dislikes and additional comments concerning their user experience.

Here, a textiles product analyst assembles a mattress with a visible latex layer to gauge ease of setup.

Here are some important things to keep in mind when shopping for your next latex mattress:

✔️ Sleep position: The goal is to keep your spine in neutral alignment, so factoring how you sleep can help narrow down your search.

✔️ Body type: Heavy people often need a firmer bed for support, while lightweight frames are better suited to softer mattresses. Take into account both your weight and preferred sleep position when choosing the right firmness level for your next.

✔️ Back pain: If you suffer from back pain, look for a pressure-relieving mattress with a medium firmness for a balance of cushioning and support.

✔️ Trial period: It's difficult to know whether a mattress is a good fit for you without sleeping on it. Luckily, most mattress companies offer an any-reason return period of at least 100 nights as part of a sleep trial guarantee. So before you buy, check whether there are any hidden return fees and the steps for returning to avoid any surprises.

✔️Certifications: It's important to know the difference between the various emblems you see when you shop since meanings can often be twisted by misleading advertisements. Here's a breakdown of the most common certifications when shopping for latex mattresses:

Latex and memory foam are common materials in both pillows and mattresses. Here are the main similarities and differences between the two fills:

✔️ Material: Latex can be organic or inorganic. Natural latex is made from rubber tree sap while synthetic latex is a type of manufactured rubber with similar properties. Memory foam, however, cannot be organic. It's made from a synthetic foam called polyurethane.

✔️ Firmness: Latex is much more resilient compared to memory foam, having a firmer, bouncier feel that contours to your body. Memory foam feels softer, quickly responds to pressure and will easily conform to the shape of your head to promote alignment.

✔️ Temperature regulation: While memory foam has a tendency to easily trap air and body heat, latex doesn't share this quality, making it preferable for hot sleepers.

✔️ Price: Because polyurethane, the material used in memory foam, is more affordable, memory foam mattresses are often cheaper than those made of natural latex.

Dunlop and Talalay refer to the two main processes used to create latex foam. Both processes involve vulcanization, which involves hardening liquid latex using cross-linking methods, heat and other chemical agents.

Grace Wu is a textiles product review analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute and has evaluated many bedding products including sheets, mattresses, mattress toppers and more using specialized laboratory equipment and feedback from hundreds of consumer testers. Prior to joining Good Housekeeping, Grace earned a Masters of Engineering in Materials Science & Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Fiber Science from Cornell University. With extensive coursework in textile engineering and chemistry, Grace has worked on performance apparel, smart clothing and adaptive wear within various academic laboratories and non-profits.