Mattresses for stomach sleepers: our picks
We chose only mattress brands that have at least a 3.6 rating on our site (as of publication). The models we’ve selected are available with firm or medium-firm support levels and have added features for pressure and pain relief.
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Most of our picks are hybrid models, which, according to Isabella Gordan, editor of Sleepy’s Express, a publication that reviews mattresses, “offer the contouring pressure relief of foam combined with the bouncy support of innerspring coils, making them great for couples who need customizable comfort based on their individual sleeping preferences.”
What we found: Nest Robin mattresses are the best choice for pressure relief and spinal alignment. Saatva Classic is the best innerspring mattress for stomach sleepers, providing extra support with its thick comfort system. For those suffering from lower back pain, we recommend Helix Dusk Luxe mattresses for relief. If your main concern is staying cool, consider Cocoon by Sealy’s Chill Hybrid model.
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- Type: Memory foam
- Price (queen): $1,699 (as of publication)
- Warranty: Limited lifetime
- Test period: 365-night trial
Nest Bedding is one of the first direct-to-consumer companies to sell bed-in-a-box mattresses. The Robin is a medium-firm hybrid coil memory foam mattress designed to be flippable, with a medium top and firm bottom, so you can flip the mattress according to the firmness you need.
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- Type: Memory foam-innerspring hybrid
- Price (queen): $1,995 (as of publication)
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Test period: 365-night trial
The Saatva Classic is a hybrid memory foam and innerspring mattress that accommodates most stomach sleepers regardless of their weight. The support system includes memory foam and a tempered “responsive dual-coil design” for a durable but not-too-firm mattress.
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- Type: Foam
- Price (queen): $2,373.80 (as of publication)
- Warranty: 15-year limited
- Test period: 100-night trial
Each Helix customer can receive a customized mattress recommendation based on their responses to a quick online sleep quiz. For stomach sleepers with moderate back pain, the company recommends mattresses from its Helix Dusk line.
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- Type: Memory foam-coil hybrid
- Price (queen): $1,699 (as of publication)
- Warranty: 10-year limited
- Test period: 100-night trial
The Cocoon by Sealy Chill line combines memory foam with cooling technology to keep you feeling fresh. The Chill Hybrid pairs the memory foam with “premium coils” and includes a stretch-knit cover that’s infused with a “Phase Change Material” to help absorb and dissipate heat.
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FAQ
What’s a good type of mattress for stomach sleepers?
Good types of mattresses for stomach sleepers are memory foam and hybrid mattresses because they conform to the body in response to pressure, evenly distributing body weight.
What is a good mattress firmness for stomach sleepers?
Most stomach sleepers prefer a firmer mattress because it provides exceptional support, especially around the midsection. A mattress firmness between five and nine is generally recommended for stomach sleepers to provide enough comfort and support.
Is it bad to sleep on your stomach?
Many medical professionals advise against sleeping on your stomach because it causes undue strain on the neck, back and hips, which creates a higher potential for aches and pains.
Stomach sleeping is the least common sleep position, but if you’re among the stomach-sleeping minority, there are a few considerations when choosing a mattress to support your sleeping preferences. Find a mattress rigid enough to keep the spine properly aligned but soft enough to reduce pressure on the stomach and ribs. A bed that is too plush will cause you to sink in and overextend the arch of your back, while a mattress that’s too firm won’t have enough pressure relief.
