Best Mattresses for Adjustable Beds (2023)

An adjustable bed frame is an automated bed foundation that can elevate your head and feet with the push of a button. Adjustable beds are a trendy choice for young and old alike. People use them to relieve pain, watch TV, and boost relaxation and comfort in bed.

To help you choose the right mattress, we’ve compiled a list of the best mattresses for adjustable beds that are compatible with adjustable bed frames. Also, you can find out how to choose the right one in our buyer’s guide.

Best Mattresses for Adjustable Beds

• Editor’s Pick – Helix Midnight Luxe
• Best Luxury Mattress – WinkBeds GravityLux
• Best Mattress for Back Pain – Saatva Solaire
• Best Firm Mattress – Awara
• Best Memory Foam Mattress – Loom & Leaf
• Best Innerspring Mattress – DreamCloud Premier
• Best Mattress for Pressure Relief – Nolah Signature 12″
• Best Mattress for Couples – Nectar
• Best Mattress for Heavy People – Titan Plus

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Helix Midnight Luxe

Not only can the Helix Midnight Luxe be used on an adjustable frame, it’s also a very well-rounded mattress that will appeal to many types of sleepers.

We give it a 9.5/10 score for cooling, a performance that signals relief for regular night sweats and hot flashes related to menopause. The Midnight Luxe’s hybrid design combines features including a built-in cooling cover and gel-infused foam in addition to an airflow-friendly layer of innerspring coils.

Medium firmness (5/10) and solid scores in spine alignment (9/10) and pressure relief (8.5/10) are promising signs for side sleepers and some back sleepers.

Read our full Helix Midnight Luxe mattress review. You might also be interested in our best cooling mattresses and best mattresses for menopause.

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WinkBeds GravityLux

The WinkBeds GravityLux’s AirCell™ Memory Foam creates an extremely luxurious, pressure-relieving mattress suitable for all sleeping positions. Its unique formula does a great job of keeping your spine properly aligned to prevent back pain.

Scoring almost all 9/10s for our 14 different testing categories, this is an editor’s dream mattress that covers all the bases—pressure relief, cooling, edge support, and more. It’s compatible with a wide range of platforms, including the Adjustable WinkBase.

WinkBeds’ GravityLux mattress comes with a full lifetime warranty and 120-night sleep trial. While it’s priced slightly more than others on this list, it comes with a ton of great features, like a Tencel cover and CertiPUR-US certified foam.

Read our full WinkBeds GravityLux mattress review. Also, see our roundup of best luxury mattresses.

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Saatva Solaire

The Saatva Solaire is a luxury adjustable airbed made using high-quality materials and designed to support many different types of sleepers, including people with back pain. The 5-zone Talalay latex layer delivers added lumbar support, encouraging proper spine alignment and healthy sleep posture. With 50 firmness levels, you can easily find the right body alignment and cushion.

While the Solaire can be paired with almost any adjustable base, Saatva designed the Lineal adjustable base with their mattress in mind. The Lineal adjustable base comes with a massage feature for head, leg, or full-body wave massage, under-bed lighting, and a one-touch remote control with customizable settings comparable to Sleep Number beds.

Read our full Saatva Solaire mattress review. Also, see our best mattresses for back pain.

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Awara

Back and stomach sleepers need a firm mattress to keep their spines aligned, even on an adjustable base. The Awara (7/10 on the firmness scale) not only fulfills that firmness requirement, but it is an eco-friendly mattress as well.

Awara is made with organic Dunlop latex (known for density and firmness) , organic cotton, and pocketed micro-coils to keep you cool, comfortable, and supported. The Awara mattress even has a compatible adjustable base, making it easier to lounge in bed or sleep with some elevation.

Read our full Awara mattress review, or see our roundup of best firm mattresses.

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Loom & Leaf

If you’re looking for a memory foam mattress to go with your adjustable base, then the Loom & Leaf by Saatva is for you. It’s premium foam layers work for all sleep positions and body types, including heavier sleepers.

Loom & Leaf is a cheaper, comparable option to a Tempur-Pedic mattress. The memory foam keeps your spine aligned while staying responsive, so it is easy to move around at night.

Plus, you don’t even have to set up your Loom & Leaf with your new adjustable bed; it comes with white glove delivery. Simply order your mattress and Saatva representatives will take care of the rest. You also get a lifetime warranty and a 365-night sleep trial, which is standard for all Saatva mattresses.

Read our full Loom & Leaf mattress review. You can also check out our roundup of best memory foam mattresses.

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DreamCloud Premier

For those of you who love a traditional innerspring mattress, the DreamCloud Premier hybrid features an 8.5″ layer of targeted-support coils complemented by multiple foam layers plus a cashmere blend cover. Placing this mattress on an adjustable base makes it even easier to sleep soundly and elevated.

Couples will enjoy the DreamCloud Premier mattress’s motion isolation and responsiveness; both of you can toss and turn without feeling each other’s movements or waking yourself up. 

This durable mattress is built to last you for years: it even comes with a lifetime warranty. Unsure if this is the bed for you? Try it out during your year-long, 365-night sleep trial. You have nothing to lose

Read our full DreamCloud Premier mattress review. Also, see our roundup of best innerspring mattresses.

Nolah Signature 12″

How well a mattress scores on our pressure relief test indicates how well it supports sensitive areas of your body, like the hips and shoulders. We gave the Nolah Signature a 9.25/10 for pressure relief, as the contouring AirFoam and high-resilience support foam did a great job of keeping our hips and shoulders nice and cushioned. 

The Nolah Signature will work with any adjustable bed, but Nolah offers several of their own if you’re looking to buy everything at once. The Nolah Adjustable Base has a massage feature, built-in USB chargers, and programmable positions, while the Nolah Ultimate Adjustable Smart Base has all of these features and also backs up towards the wall when inclined, so you can always reach the nightstand. 

Read our full Nolah Signature mattress review.

Nectar

If you and your partner are in the market for an adjustable bed, then you’ll want to make sure you purchase a mattress that’s not only compatible with the base, but also with the two of you. We highly recommend the Nectar as an affordable yet high-quality mattress that does a good job of isolating motion and responding to your movements. 

As far as isolating motion goes, we gave the Nectar an 8.5/10. This means that when your partner tosses and turns, or gets out of bed for a glass of water, you’re less likely to be disturbed by their movements on your side of the mattress. Responsiveness measures how well a mattress allows you to move around without feeling stuck. 

The Nectar mattress comes with a generous 365-night sleep trial and a lifetime warranty. 

Read our full Nectar mattress review. Also, see our best mattresses for couples.

Titan Plus

If you weigh 230 pound or more it’s very important that you find a mattress that will provide you with the right amount of support. In addition to being compatible with adjustable beds, the Titan Plus was designed and manufactured specifically with plus-size sleepers in mind.

The hybrid construction of the Titan Plus contains three foam layers, one of which is made with TitanFlex foam—a patented material that helps provide pressure relief and responsiveness. In addition to those three foam layers, the Titan Plus has a pocket coil core that helps reinforce the mattress structure and distribute your body weight evenly across the surface, so that no one area sags excessively.

The Titan Plus can support up to 1,000 pounds of weight, meaning you can comfortably sleep on it without worrying about affecting the structural integrity of the mattress.

Read our full Titan Plus mattress review. You can also see our best mattresses for heavy people.

How to Choose a Mattress for an Adjustable Bed Frame

Buying a new mattress can be a daunting process. We’ve compiled our adjustable beds guide to help you decide if an adjustable mattress is right for you and to guide you in choosing the best one for your needs. 

In this buyer’s guide, we’ll go over the following:

• Benefits of Adjustable Bed Frames
• What to Look for in the Best Adjustable Beds
• Frequently Asked Questions

Benefits of Adjustable Bed Frames

Adjustable bed frames are comfortable and handy for watching TV or getting into or out of bed. But these aren’t the only benefits of adjustable beds. 

Related: Best Adjustable Bed Frames

Good for Couples

Adjustable bed frames are a great fit for couples when you opt for a split king base and mattress. This way, each partner can find the adjustable comfort that works best for them. The one downside of adjustable bases for couples is that the noise from repositioning could wake the other partner. 

Related: Best Mattresses for Couples

Helps with Sleep Disorders

Adjustable bed frames provide relief for a variety of sleep disorders, including

• Sleep apnea: For sleep apnea patients, the soft tissue lining the back of the throat collapses when lying down. Staying somewhat elevated uses gravity to keep the breathing passage open. 
• Insomnia: Some people will find themselves more comfortable when sleeping on an adjustable mattress base, helping them sleep more easily. 
• Snoring: For some snorers, all they need to breathe easily is for their upper body to be slightly elevated. Adjustability allows you to find a position that helps you breathe better. 

Related: Best Mattresses for Sleep Apnea

Pain Relief

Older adults and those with chronic pain can use adjustable mattresses to reduce pressure at painful areas. Adjustable beds are great for those with stiff joints, arthritis, and back or neck pain. 

What to Look for in a Mattress for an Adjustable Bed

Mattress Size

While a single adult might do just fine on a twin XL mattress, queen size mattresses and larger are the most popular choice for adjustable beds. This is largely due to larger mattresses working best for couples or for those who like to spread out. A king size mattress is also a great choice for couples who toss and turn or need more space between them.

If you share your bed with a partner, you might even want to consider a split king, rather than a traditional queen, king, or California king mattress. A split king allows each side to be adjusted independently, encouraging optimal body positioning for both partners.

Cost

With many common mattresses working with adjustable bases, you do not need to spend any more money on a mattress than you would normally. You can find budget queen-size mattresses at $400 or luxury split king beds at $3,000+. 

Read More: Best Cheap Mattress for Your Budget

Adjustable bases are more advanced than a typical box spring and headboard. Because of this, they are more costly on average. While you can find budget models, most electric bed bases start at $1,000—especially if you want all of the bells and whistles, like a remote control, massage setting, and USB ports. For instance, a queen-size DreamCloud Move Adjustable Bed Frame costs $1,349.

Mattresses for Adjustable Bed FAQs

Do adjustable beds need a special mattress?

No, adjustable beds do not need a special mattress. But not all mattresses are compatible with adjustable frames. Be sure to check the mattress manufacturer’s specifications to ensure you choose a mattress that works with an adjustable frame. 

What is the best mattress for an adjustable bed?

There are four main types of mattresses that work well with adjustable beds.

1. Memory foam mattresses: Memory foam is flexible and delivers exceptional contouring and pain relief.
2. Latex mattresses: Latex beds offer impressive longevity and spinal support. Most latex mattresses work well with adjustable bases. 
3. Innerspring mattresses: Innersprings provide good responsiveness, bounce, and spine support. Only those with individually pocketed coils work with adjustable beds.
4. Hybrid mattresses: Hybrid mattresses contain innerspring coils and some combination of foam or latex layers. This combination delivers both plush contouring and reliable support. To work with an adjustable base, the coils within must be pocketed. 

How do you keep a mattress from sliding on an adjustable bed?

The best way to keep a mattress from sliding on an adjustable frame is to buy a mattress and adjustable base that are designed to work with one another. Alternatively, ensure that your mattress measurements align with those specified by the adjustable base; follow the instructions to properly secure them together.

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Recap: Our Top Picks for the Best Mattresses for Adjustable Beds

Mattress	Award	Mattress Advisor Score (Out of 10)
Helix Midnight Luxe	Editor’s Pick	8.7
WinkBeds GravityLux	Best Luxury Mattress	9.1
Saatva Solaire	Best for Back Pain	8.6
Awara	Best Firm Mattress	8.8
Loom & Leaf	Best Memory Foam Mattress	8.0
DreamCloud Premier	Best Innerspring Mattress	8.9
Nolah Signature 12″	Best for Pressure Relief	8.6
Nectar	Best Mattress for Couples	8.7
Titan Plus	Best for Heavy People	9.2

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Summary

Adjustable bed frames can relieve pain and help you get a better night’s sleep. They’re valuable for watching TV or making it easier to get in and out of bed. Not every mattress will work with an adjustable base, so be sure to check that your new mattress is compatible with a power base. 

By pairing the right mattress with an adjustable base, you can work to improve sleep and relieve pain.