Best Hypoallergenic Mattresses in 2023

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Navin Ramchandani, Medical Doctor/ Diagnostician and Owner of R&R Medical Centre in Barbados.

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If you suffer from seasonal or year-round allergies, it’s critical to evaluate your bedroom environment. Your bedroom should be a place where you can relax and get a restful night’s sleep, but for many people with allergies, it is a place that aggravates or worsens their symptoms.

Unfortunately, mattresses are an ideal environment for pet dander, pollen, mildew, and mold. If you experience increased allergy symptoms (coughing, wheezing, sneezing, or even snoring) during the night, it might be time to invest in one of today’s best hypoallergenic mattresses.

In this guide, our sleep experts review mattresses made from natural and organic materials with anti-allergy features. We’ll also offer tips on how to choose the best hypoallergenic mattress to address your needs.

Best Hypoallergenic Mattresses

• Best Mattress for Back Sleepers – WinkBeds EcoCloud
• Best Mattress for Pressure Relief – Zenhaven Natural Latex
• Best Organic Mattress – Awara
• Best Natural Latex Mattress – Avocado Green
• Best Mattress Cover – Puffy
• Best Budget Mattress – Nectar

These mattresses all have unique features and benefits. And here at Mattress Advisor, we pursue a rigorous testing process to help you better identify the best mattress for your sleeping needs. By examining a variety of customer reviews, conducting in-depth interviews, and following some proprietary testing methodology, we are able to assign each mattress an individualized score.

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WinkBeds EcoCloud

We love this mattress for the back sleeper due to its strong scores in spine alignment and pressure relief—this product scored an 8 out of 10 in both categories. Also, it’s medium-firm, making it not too firm for the person who prefers sleeping on their back.

We also found the EcoCloud to be particularly responsive, which is a great feature for the senior or person who tosses and turns throughout the night. Also, the EcoCloud can’t be beat for durability.

While the EcoCloud is superior for responsiveness, making it a great choice for someone who doesn’t want to feel like they are “sinking” in the bed, it did not score well in our mattress lab for motion transfer, which is a must for couples who sleep together. For that, consider the Nectar.

Read our full WinkBeds EcoCloud mattress review.

Zenhaven Natural Latex

Manufactured by Saatva, the Zenhaven Natural Latex is a top mattress for allergy sufferers who are also looking for support for pressure points. It is a dual-sided mattress made with three all-natural latex layers. It is wrapped in a cotton cover made of organic materials.

The hypoallergenic mattress has a “5-Zone” comfort layer design and provides varied support levels for different regions of the body. The firm side of the mattress helps support the torso and shoulders, promoting healthy spine alignment. On the plush side, sleepers will experience a softer contour feel while still benefiting from the same “5-Zone” design.

Additionally, Zenhaven is safe for sleepers focused on having an allergy-free experience. Organic latex mattresses like the Zenhaven are free of chemical odors and will not become a breeding ground for mildew or microbes. Plus, the mattress is dust mite resistant. All in all, this mattress offers a safe night’s sleep.

Read our full Zenhaven Natural Latex mattress review.

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Awara

The Awara mattress was designed to enhance the whole health and comfort of a sleeper. Made of organic latex and other natural materials, the mattress helps sufferers of dust mite allergies. Plus, the natural latex mattress prevents build up of dead skin cells and other microbes, helping sleepers avoid allergic reactions.

Additionally, the Awara is made up of nine inches of individually wrapped pocket coils. Coil mattresses like this help sleepers receive full body support and protect the alignment of the spine. Weight is evenly distributed and motion transfer is significantly reduced with this organic mattress.

Shoppers can also feel confident in their purchase as a one year trial run is offered. If you are unhappy, return it for a full refund. Additionally, for every purchase of this organic mattress Awara will plant a tree. Awara has partnered with ClimatePartner in support of reducing their carbon footprint and protecting the planet against climate change.

Read our full Awara mattress review.

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Avocado Green

The Avocado Green mattress is a natural latex and innerspring model that has a reputation for great durability. It features one of the longest lifespans available on the market and has been commended for its generous 25-year warranty.

Eco-conscious sleepers will be impressed by the fact that almost all of the organic materials in the mattress can be recycled, including the organic cotton cover and steel coils. Plus, the organic mattress offers great responsiveness, adjusting to your movements.

You can choose a medium-firm to firm mattress that comes standard. There is also a European pillow top option noted for its 6/10 firmness level.

Related: Best Pillow Top Mattresses

Each Avocado mattress is GREENGUARD Gold Certified by UL Environment and made in the United States. The company receives bonus points for its social responsibility and support of environmental charities.

Read our full Avocado Green mattress review.

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Puffy

The Puffy is a great memory foam mattress with a cover that’s not only hypoallergenic but also stain-resistant and easy to clean. Just unzip the Cloud Cover and put it in the washing machine to wash away dust mites and other allergens.

In our testing lab, Puffy earns top marks for motion transfer, responsiveness, and spine alignment. The Puffy mattress also performed well in edge support and provided good balance of pressure points. Also, shoppers have noted that this mattress is light and easy to unbox and set up.

The Puffy has three layers made from two proprietary types of foam called ClimateComfort™ and Cooling Cloud™. The top layer is gel infused, designed to keep a sleeper cool. Its patent pending Cooling Cloud gel-infused layer of memory foam assists in drawing heat away from the body.

Puffy offers a lifetime warranty on the mattress with a trial period spanning 101 days. Plus, the Puffy is able to be paired with any frame or foundation.

Read our full Puffy mattress review.

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Nectar

For allergy sufferers who are on a budget, it can be difficult to find a mattress that aligns with your finances and your sleeping needs. The Nectar is a memory foam mattress made of high-quality materials that alleviate allergy symptoms. It is also friendly to a shopper’s wallet.

Related: Best Cheap Mattresses for Your Budget

The Nectar mattress has received top marks in motion isolation, pressure relief, responsiveness, and edge support. It also has a generous lifetime warranty and a year-long trial period. This beats out the competition.

Customers who have purchased a Nectar mattress have been quick to sing the company’s praises. In particular, its ability to address pressure points makes it part of the conversation for the best memory foam mattress for side sleepers.

Additionally, the Nectar mattress cover has a proprietary design and is dust mite resistant. This feature greatly relieves allergy symptoms like a runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes.

Read our full Nectar mattress review.

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How to Choose the Best Mattress for Allergies

When you are searching for a new anti-allergy mattress, there are a lot of factors to consider. It is necessary to learn about the mattress materials that you should look for when shopping. You also must know what types of mattresses can help you achieve your best sleep.

Finally, learn more about important certifications and hypoallergenic accessories that can make your new mattress purchase one that inspires confidence.

In this buying guide, we’ll address topics including:

• Can Mattresses Cause Allergies?
• What to Look for When Shopping
• FAQs

Can Mattresses Cause Allergies?

Your mattress might not be the direct cause of an allergy, but it’s definitely possible for a mattress to cause an allergic reaction. Mattresses can experience a build-up of dust mites, mildew, pet dander, and even bedbugs. Allergens can trigger a runny nose, watery eyes, and many other types of reactions.

“Allergies to pet dander and mildew can interfere with your ability to breathe properly, which in turn impacts your sleep,” says Dr. Ramchandani.

He recommends a hypoallergenic mattress made from natural materials.

“Purchasing a hypoallergenic mattress can alleviate your allergy symptoms whilst sleeping and promote a more restful night’s sleep overall,” says Dr. Ramchandani.

But what about latex, a natural material that’s also a known allergen? In very rare cases, people can develop a latex allergy after prolonged exposure to natural rubber latex like the kind found in many latex foam mattresses. The good news is that only 1% of the U.S. population is believed to have latex allergies and latex typically undergoes a rigorous washing process while being manufactured.

Related: Latex Mattress Allergies: What You Need to Know

Can Bedding Cause Allergies?

Like mattresses, bedding materials can cause allergic reactions. While dust mites and pet dander are usually the culprits, a feather-filled pillow or synthetic dye in your sheets might also make your allergies flare up.

People with allergies should pay attention not only to what kind of mattress they choose but also the bedding accessories they put on top of it. Consider outfitting your sleep space with:

• Hypoallergenic sheets
• Hypoallergenic pillows
• Hypoallergenic pillowcases
• Hypoallergenic duvet covers
• Hypoallergenic duvet inserts

Look for bedding that uses hypoallergenic fibers such as cotton, wool, silk, and bamboo (rayon). Fabrics with a tight weave allow less room for allergens to penetrate.

You might also consider getting a mattress protector or mattress topper to help prevent fluids, oils, dust mites, and allergens from finding their way into your mattress. “If you are a fan of memory foam mattresses, but not allergies, consider purchasing a mattress cover with a zipper or dust mite cover that can protect against the materials used in the memory foam bed if they’re not hypoallergenic and organic,” says Dr. Ramchandani.

As for your foundation, you can regularly wipe down your bed frame with a cloth. If you have a set of box springs, put a hypoallergenic cover on them.

What to Look for When Shopping

Best Types of Mattresses for Allergies

The building blocks of your mattress can make a big difference in determining how well it prevents allergic reactions.

• Memory foam:
  Memory foam mattresses tend to top lists of best hypoallergenic mattresses because the consistency of the foam prevents dust mites and other common allergens from getting in and taking hold. Denser memory foam is the most effective at this.

  That said, some memory foam mattresses that have been vacuum-sealed for delivery contain VOCs, or volatile organic compounds, that can release when the mattress decompresses. This might not be harmful in the short term, but over an extended period, exposure to VOCs could potentially contribute to symptoms such as asthma, coughing, congestion, throat irritation, allergic reactions, fatigue, increased cancer risks, and damage of kidneys, liver, or the central nervous system. Read about mattress off-gassing here to learn more; mattresses that are Oeko-Tex or CertiPUR-US certified should keep you safe from these harmful chemicals and compounds.

• Latex:
  Latex is another excellent choice of materials for a hypoallergenic mattress because it’s inherently antibacterial, highly breathable, and resistant to dust mites, mold, and mildew. Just stick to the natural stuff like Dunlop or Talalay—synthetic latex won’t carry the same benefits. Some people are allergic to latex, but this almost never applies to natural latex mattresses because the manufacturing process scrubs them of the proteins that triggers latex allergies.
• Hybrid:
  Hybrid mattresses are most commonly constructed from a combination of memory foam and innerspring layers. They share most of the benefits of their materials with few of the cons—for example, hybrids tend to incorporate dense memory foam layers that resist dust mites and other allergens, while also maintaining the breathability and cooling of an innerspring mattress. This improved airflow helps prevent the moisture that causes mold and mildew to build up.
• Innerspring:
  Innerspring mattresses that use coil systems as a cushion—whether of the classic, bouncy spring variety or the more modern pocket coil type—can be more prone to dust mite buildup than memory foam or latex mattresses. If you’re concerned about allergies and you have an innerspring mattress, add a hypoallergenic mattress protector to offset the issue.

Certifications

• GreenGuard Gold: Products that hold this certification have been scientifically tested for prolonged exposure in environmental chambers and meet intense emissions standards related to chemical exposure and pollutants. Very few mattresses are able to achieve this gold standard. 
• CertiPUR-US: This is a certification program that allows you to purchase foam products, such as mattresses and supporting accessories, that contain flexible polyurethane foam that has undergone testing. Products that pass this certification contain no ozone depleters, no heavy metals, no formaldehyde, no BPDE (Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers) in fire retardants, low VOCs, and are made without prohibited phthalates.
• GOLS: This acronym stands for Global Organic Latex Standard and is a materials and processing standard for organic latex and finished latex foam. Products that receive the GOLS certification have environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing processes. 

Price

Unfortunately, the materials and processes that make a mattress hypoallergenic can also make it more expensive. The average price of the mattresses featured on this page is a little over $1,900 for a queen size. Don’t be surprised if you have to pay a few hundred dollars more than you would for a standard mattress. On the plus side of the financial ledger, a hypoallergenic mattress means that you’ll probably have to spend less money on doctor visits and medications.

Sleep Trial

Lengthy sleep trials are a common feature with mattresses sold online, lasting anywhere from 100 days to a full year. A sleep trial can be a particular benefit for allergy sufferers, who can use the time to make sure their new mattress doesn’t trigger any allergic responses.

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Recap: Our Top Picks for Best Hypoallergenic Mattress

Mattress	Award	MA Score
EcoCloud	Best for Back Sleepers	8.5/10
Zenhaven	Best for Pressure Relief	8.4/10
Awara	Best Organic Mattress	8.8/10
Avocado	Best Natural Latex Mattress	8.5/10
Puffy	Best Mattress Cover	9.0/10
Nectar	Best Budget Mattress	8.7/10

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Summary

There should be no reason why people with allergies can’t enjoy healthy, restorative sleep. We invite you to consider all of our recommendations and choose the one that’s best for you.

You can also take advantage of our sleep resources:

• How to Sleep Better with Allergies
• How to Get Rid of Dust Mites in Your Mattress
• How to Clean and Maintain Your Mattress