What is the Softest Most Comfortable Mattress?
Finding the most comfortable soft mattress is a personal endeavor—what feels perfect to you might not be someone else's idea of comfort.
Soft can mean cozy and cloud-like for one person, but too squishy or not quite soft enough for another. That's why comfort is indeed a subjective thing.
Shopping for a new mattress often feels a lot like Goldilocks and the Three Bears: you'll probably try a few before you find the one that's "just right" for you.
Even with all these specific preferences, some brands consistently earn rave reviews from experts at Forbes Vetted, The New York Times, and Nap Lab. Names like Helix, Avocado, and Purple often come up for awards such as best soft mattress, and take top spots for organic design and cooling comfort. And if you're looking for something truly special, artisan brands like Kluft or Aireloom might catch your eye—they're known for their artisan handcrafted quality and reputation for using the very best materials, even if they don't often make the same headlines.
So, whether you love sinking in as a side sleeper or just want a mattress with a gentler, more relieving feel, there's an ideal match out there for you. Up next, the Mattress World Northwest sleep specialists—who earn plenty of 5-Star reviews—explore some of the top choices for the softest, most comfortable mattresses you can find today.
Key Features to Look for in a Soft Mattress
- At least 11 to 12+ inches in height for adequate support and contouring. A mattress that's 13 to 15 inches is ideal.
- Premium memory foam or latex rubber (best to avoid basic polyfoams)
- Ample support system (i.e., coils or high-definition base layer)
- Zoned or lumbar support (provides targeted support for the hips and spine)
- Sturdy mattress edges (look for a mattress with a reinforced perimeter, often achieved with firmer edge coils or high-density foam)
- Look for infused-cooling layers with Phase Change Material (PCM), graphite, copper, or gel
- Opt for breathable covers made from Tencel (wood pulp fiber), modal (beechwood fiber), or organic cotton, which help keep you neither too hot nor too cold while sleeping
Best Soft Hybrid Mattress
#1: Helix Moonlight Elite
As seen on CNN Underscored 2025 · Featured in New York Times Wirecutter 2025 · Nap Lab Best Soft Mattress 2026
- 15-inch mattress height
- Helix ultra high-density Supreme Support memory foam
- Individually wrapped coils with reinforced support
- Lumbar support layer + microcoils
- Full perimeter edge coil reinforcement
- Helix's exclusive gel memory foam with GlacioTex cooling cover + optional CoolForce layer
- Adjustable bed friendly
Best For: Back and Stomach Sleepers
#2: Beautyrest Black XCS Hybrid — Series Five Plush
Forbes Vetted Top Luxury Mattress · Sleep Foundation Best Mattress for Motion Isolation
- 15-inch mattress height
- Form™ HD Max Material provides deep contouring and freedom of movement
- Triple Stranded Pocketed Coil® Support System
- 4k micro-coils
- High-density foam encasement edges
- BlackICE™ Max Cooling Layer
- SleepClimate™ Surface Fabric
- Adjustable bed friendly
- Optional Split Head Sizes
Best For: Side Sleepers
Best Soft + Organic Mattress
Avocado Luxury Organic — Ultra Plush
Forbes Vetted Best Extra Soft Mattress 2026
- 15-inch mattress height
- (GOLS) Certified Organic Pure Talalay Latex + natural Dunlop Latex Rubber
- Individual wrapped coil support system
- 7 ergonomic support zones
- Handmade in Los Angeles, USA
- 17 total layers of organic, natural latex paired with wool, silk, hemp, and cotton
- Adjustable bed friendly
Best For: Side Sleepers
Best Soft Mattress on a Budget
Casper Cloud One
Consumer Reports Top Rated · Best All-Foam Mattress 2026
- 11-inch mattress height
- Breathe Flex Foam
- Patent-pending Casper Core+: cloud-like foam pillars in the core for dynamic support and softness
- Edge-to-edge foam support for consistent feel and long-term durability
- Breathe Flex open-cell foam that enhances airflow to prevent overheating
- Adjustable bed friendly
- Bed-in-a-box
Best For: Side, back, stomach, or multi-position sleepers
Best Soft Bed-in-the-Box
#1: DreamCloud Premier Hybrid
CNET & Architectural Digest Best Mattress-in-a-Box 2026 · Sleep Foundation Best Mattress 2025 & 2026 · Forbes Vetted Best Luxury Mattress 2025 · Men's Health Editor's Choice Mattress 2025
- 13-inch mattress height
- Therapeutic memory foam
- Independent innerspring support system
- Reinforced edge coil perimeter
- CloudQuilt™ with cooling fibers for better breathability and balanced sleep temperature
- Forever Warranty™
- Adjustable bed friendly
Best For: Back and stomach sleepers
#2: Posh + Lavish Reawaken Latex Mattress
Posh + Lavish has earned glowing reviews from independent sites like GoodBed, thanks to their luxurious, high-quality latex mattresses. Sleepers love the comfort and craftsmanship that set these beds apart.
Instead of chasing awards, Posh + Lavish pours its energy into crafting all-natural latex and hybrid mattresses with quality craftsmanship. You'll only find these exceptionally made beds at independent, authorized mattress stores—like Mattress World Northwest stores—where quality, care, and sleep matter most.
- 13-inch mattress (10-inch latex mattress with a 3" True Pillowtop)
- Natural latex rubber mattress
- Tencel-faced fabric is breathable and moisture-wicking
- 20-year prorated warranty
- Optional Split Head size
- Adjustable bed friendly
Best For: Side Sleepers
Best Soft Mattresses with Cooling
#1: Casper Snow Max Hybrid
Consumer Reports Top Rated Hybrid Mattress 2026 · Endorsed by the ACA (American Chiropractic Association)
- 14-inch mattress height
- 7-layer system: memory foam layer with precisely cut channels to flex and cradle your curves
- Independently Wrapped Flex Coils
- Zoned Support Max lumbar support layer
- Foam edge perimeter
- 3-phase cooling system with HeatDelete® Bands that help remove excess heat
- QuickCool™ cooling yarn fabric cover
- Adjustable bed friendly
Best For: Side, back, or stomach sleepers
#2: Purple RestorePremier™ Hybrid Mattress
Men's Health Editors' Choice Award · Good Housekeeping Award for Best Cooling Mattress · Forbes Vetted Best Mattress for a Soft, Nontraditional Feel + Cooling · NBC Select Best Hybrid Mattress for Back Pain · Sleep Score Validated: Improved Sleep in Scientific Research
- 13-inch mattress height
- GelFlex Grid layer instantly adapts, remaining firm where you need it and soft where you want it
- CoolFlex™ independent coil + comfort foam support system
- Reinforced edge coil + high-density foam perimeter
- GelFlex Grid sleeps 4x cooler than other mattresses
- Adjustable bed friendly
Best For: Side sleepers and multi-position sleepers
Best Artisan Handmade Soft Mattress
KLUFT Divine Luxe Plush
KLUFT holds a U.S. patent for a unique mattress structure and handmade design. The company has also received "Getting Greener" awards from the Good Housekeeping Institute, and maintains certifications from organizations that test quality, such as OEKO-TEX and the eco-INSTITUT.
- 15-inch mattress height
- TerraPur™ Natural Latex
- Original Marshall® Nested Pocketed Coil Support System
- Micro-coils
- High-density latex encased perimeter
- Luxury wool, organic cotton, and horsetail for natural moisture-wicking, cooling, and breathability
- Silk, wool, alpaca, and cashmere fabric
- Adjustable bed friendly
- Optional luxury pad for extra softness
Best For: All Sleeping Positions
Mattress World Northwest: Your Go-To Place for the Softest, Most Supportive Sleep Yet
There's nothing quite like curling up on a mattress that truly feels like it was made for you—and at Mattress World Northwest, we're here to help you find it. The local mattress showrooms are filled with the softest, coziest, and, importantly, most supportive mattresses around. Each mattress is professionally vetted and handpicked to be on display in Mattress World Northwest stores, aiming to cater to all body types, personal needs, and favorite sleep positions.
One of the best parts about shopping here is the chance to try out all the best soft mattresses in person, so you can compare, test, and really feel which one gives you that "just right" sensation. Our friendly, locally owned team is always ready to answer your questions (even the silly ones) and make sure you find your ideal mattress match. While our online shop is open anytime for browsing, we'd love to welcome you in-store for the full, expert-guided experience to find the best mattress of your life!
Come visit us in person or start exploring online—your coziest, most restful nights are closer than you think! Mattress World Northwest can't wait to help you find the softest, most comfortable mattress that's just right for you.
