Best Cooling Mattress Toppers

The Helix GlacioTex Premium Mattress Topper – Luxury Plush caters to sleepers who enjoy the strong contouring of foam but also need a touch of pushback. This model is more responsive than your average foam topper due to its unique microcoil design.

The topper begins with a layer of polyfoam that hugs the body closely and cradles areas that are prone to painful pressure buildup. Beneath is a thin layer of steel microcoils that enhance contouring but also generate gentle pushback to prevent too much sinkage. The bottom layer is composed of a high-density polyfoam that balances cushioning and support. The cover is composed of GlacioTex Cooling fabric, which is a blend of polyester and polyethylene.

With an overall thickness of 3.75 inches, the topper provides a substantial adjustment to your bed surface. The topper earned high marks from the side sleepers on our team, since the thick foam design is ideal for cushioning the shoulders and hips. It also felt comfortable for back sleepers up to 230 pounds and stomach sleepers under 130 pounds, offering just the right mix of support and cushioning for these groups. Foam absorbs a lot of motion, so the topper is also beneficial for people who are easily awoken by a co-sleeper’s movements.

Helix offers a 100-night sleep trial to test the topper at home. You’ll also receive a one-year warranty. Shipping is free to all 50 states.

Memory foam toppers often absorb and trap heat, causing them to feel uncomfortably warm. Viscosoft’s Active Cooling Copper Topper mitigates this issue with a copper infusion that’s meant to offset the foam’s heat-retaining properties. A cooling cover adds to the temperature-regulating design. During hands-on tests, most of our team reported little to no heat retention when lying on the surface, making it much more breathable than the average all-foam topper.

The topper is 4 inches thick. This generous profile significantly alters the feel of your sleep surface, making it a good choice for mattresses with moderate to heavy wear and tear. If your mattress is on its last leg, the topper should hold you over until you buy a replacement bed. The topper is available in six standard sizes and two color options — ivory and black.

The all-foam design is suited to sleepers prone to aches, pains, and sharp pressure points in sensitive areas along their spines. Since the memory foam is highly adaptive, you’ll notice a deep cradling effect as your body settles into the topper. Our tests also show the Active Cooling Copper Topper is a good match for couples. The foam absorbs movement and all but eliminates motion transfer when you or your partner get up during the night.

Each corner is equipped with a thick elastic strap to anchor the topper to your mattress. The base is composed of skid-free material to prevent shifting when you change sleep positions or toss and turn during the night. You may remove and machine-wash the cover whenever a cleaning is needed.

Free shipping is available to all customers in the contiguous U.S. Your order includes a sleep trial that runs for 90 nights. If you keep the topper after the return period expires, it’s further backed by a five-year warranty against material defects.

Foam toppers are prone to heat retention, but the Sleep Is the Foundation Cooling Memory Foam Mattress Topper is designed with temperature neutrality in mind. This model is a good solution for sleepers who find many other foam toppers too hot.

The topper’s core is composed entirely of memory foam, which adapts closely and provides even pressure relief throughout your body. The foam has a perforated design that allows some airflow through the interior, which helps maintain temperature neutrality. The breathable cotton cover further enhances the topper’s cooling properties.

Our testers report the topper is best suited for back sleepers up to 230 pounds and side sleepers in any weight group. The topper is also beneficial for stomach sleepers under 130 pounds. The mid-range profile allows for ample cushioning, but it’s not so thick that you’ll sink too deeply. That said, if you want a topper that drastically changes the feel of your mattress surface, you may want to opt for a thicker model. Couples will appreciate the motion isolation in this topper, due to the foam’s excellent motion absorption.

The Sleep Is the Foundation Cooling Memory Foam Mattress Topper is available through Amazon.com. You’ll receive a 30-day trial with your purchase, and Amazon Prime members qualify for free shipping.

A foam topper can greatly benefit people who struggle to maintain healthy sleep posture, helping evenly distribute weight across the sleep surface. But unfortunately, these toppers also tend to trap heat and sleep uncomfortably warm. The Nolah Mattress Topper is the best of both worlds: an all-foam design that alleviates pain, keeps the spine in proper alignment, and dissipates heat. The AirFoam core has an open-cell composition that makes the material breathable and resistant to heat buildup. A cover made of moisture-wicking organic cotton further enhances the topper’s cooling properties.

You can choose from two firmness levels. The medium soft (4) feel offers deep contouring and cushioning and that was comfortable for our side sleepers who feel pressure points in sensitive areas along the spine. Our back and stomach sleepers needing more support preferred the medium firm (6) feel. Measuring 2 inches thick, the topper is suitable for mattresses with minor to moderate wear and tear.

Elastic corner straps also make the topper compatible with mattresses measuring between 10 and 15 inches thick. The straps provide excellent stability and prevent the topper from shifting or clumping during the night – even for combination sleepers who frequently change positions or tend to toss and turn. Six sizes are available, all of which correspond to standard mattress dimensions.

Nolah provides free standard ground shipping for all customers in the contiguous U.S. You’ll receive a trial period with your purchase allowing you to test out the topper for up to 30 nights before deciding whether to return it or keep it. Should you choose the latter, the topper is also backed by a 10-year warranty against structural defects.

Many foam toppers absorb and trap heat, making them uncomfortable for sleepers who are sensitive to high temperatures. The Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper mitigates these issues with a three-layer design consisting of top and bottom foam layers separated by pocketed microcoils. Extra airflow through this middle layer, coupled with a heat-dissipating GlacioTex cover, results in above-average temperature control and minimal heat retention from the foam layers.

The topper’s medium (5) feel and thick 3.5-inch profile ensure a significant adjustment to the way your sleep surface feels, and are ideal for mattresses that have become heavily worn and indented with age. You can also benefit from using this topper if you struggle with chronic aches, pains, and pressure points in your shoulders, lower back, or hips. Thanks to even contouring from the foam layers and added microcoil support, the topper can alleviate discomfort in these areas without sinking beneath your weight.

Our hands-on tests indicate the Microcoil Mattress Topper is a good match for side sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds, and back and stomach sleepers under 130 pounds. We also recommend the topper to couples seeking more motion isolation. Despite a bit of bounce from the microcoils, the foam layers absorb movement and prevent ripples of motion transfer from traveling to other areas of the sleep surface. One thing to keep in mind is that the topper does not have corner straps, and may shift if you toss and turn or change sleep positions.

Seven sizes are available, including a split California king for couples who share an adjustable bed in this size. The sticker price is expensive, but Brooklyn Bedding softens the blow with free shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. and a 30-night sleep trial with complimentary returns if you aren’t satisfied. Should you decide to keep the Microcoil Mattress Topper, your purchase is backed by a three-year warranty.

If your current mattress sleeps too hot, then a topper that promotes airflow may be a wise investment. The Birch Organic Mattress Topper is constructed with breathable components, including a top layer of natural wool over a base of Talalay latex. The wool has moisture-wicking properties to help you stay dry at night, while the latex is ventilated to push air close to the surface. A cooling cover made of organic cotton completes the design.

The topper has a medium (5) feel, making it a good option for mattresses that feel overly firm, but the latex cushions the body without the deep hugging sensation of memory foam. Latex is also somewhat responsive, resulting in a light bounce when you get in and out of bed. We recommend this topper for mattresses with light to moderate wear and tear.

The topper should also appeal to consumers who prefer to buy and use eco-friendly goods. A certification from the Forest Stewardship Council ensures the rubber trees used to produce the latex are sustainably grown and harvested, while a Global Organic Textile Standard certification indicates the same environmentally friendly practices for the cotton. Animal-conscious individuals should also appreciate the Wool Integrity NZ certification, which recognizes humane animal treatment during every stage of the wool extraction process.

Birch offers free ground shipping to all 50 states. Each order comes with a 100-night sleep trial, giving you plenty of time to test out the Organic Mattress Topper and decide whether it’s right for you. Those who decide to keep it also receive a 10-year warranty against structural defects.

Many memory foam toppers absorb and trap heat, causing them to feel uncomfortably warm for sleepers. The Saatva Graphite Mattress Topper manages to sleep cooler than most competitors thanks to its construction. The top layer is composed of memory foam infused with graphite, which has natural cooling properties. This material is intended to draw heat away from your body and keep the surface relatively cool. A 2-inch base layer of high-density polyfoam reinforces the topper to prevent deep sinkage while you sleep.

The firmness level is medium soft (4), so you should expect close contouring from head to toe. Those who find their current mattress too firm should notice comfort improvements. The 3-inch profile also makes this topper a good option for people with older mattresses that have become uneven over time. A breathable organic cotton cover enhances the topper’s cooling properties by promoting airflow. The cover is equipped with thick elastic bands to secure the topper to your mattress, so it shouldn’t shift too much even if you toss and turn or frequently change sleep positions.

Saatva ships the Graphite Mattress Topper free of charge throughout the contiguous U.S. Each order includes a 180-night sleep trial, giving customers plenty of time to test out their topper and decide whether to return it or keep it. Those who opt for the latter also receive a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty.

The Silk & Snow Organic Mattress Topper is a highly comfortable topper with a Dunlop latex core, which offers gentle contouring to relieve pressure points without excessive sinkage. Latex is a naturally breathable material that does not retain as much heat as adaptive foams, making it a great choice for hot sleepers. Global Organic Textile Standard and Global Organic Latex Standard certifications ensure the topper’s core and cover materials are grown sustainably and processed with ecological and social criteria in mind.

A cover made from organic cotton is naturally breathable. This cover is fully removable and machine-washable for easy care, but the latex core should only be spot cleaned. The topper’s 2-inch profile is suitable for people seeking to correct the feel of a mattress with slight indentations.

Two firmness levels are available: medium (5) and firm (7). Back sleepers on our team enjoyed the medium feel, which alleviates pressure in the lower back without uncomfortable sagging. Side sleepers over 230 pounds may also appreciate the softer feel to reduce pressure buildup in the joints. Back sleepers over 230 pounds and stomach sleepers appreciated the firmer option that kept their bodies on an even plane.

Customers living in the contiguous U.S. and provincial Canada are eligible for free shipping. Silk & Snow offers a 100-night sleep trial, during which you can return a topper for a full refund. The Organic Mattress Topper is backed by two warranties: 3 years for the latex core and 1 year for the cotton cover.

Firmness preferences differ from person to person, so a topper sold in multiple firmness levels naturally accommodates more sleepers. With the PlushBeds Latex Mattress Topper, customers can choose from five different firmness options. Those who weigh less than 130 pounds and find their mattress too firm will likely prefer the soft or medium soft feels. Conversely, sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds and sink too deeply into their mattress will probably feel more comfortable with a medium firm or extra-firm topper instead. The medium feel is a solid choice for those who weigh 130 to 230 pounds and prefer moderate contouring.

Additionally, the topper is available in 2- or 3-inch profiles. The former is best suited to people who want to slightly adjust the comfort level of their mattress, whereas the latter will significantly change how the mattress feels. All versions of the topper are constructed using natural latex, which is both durable and responsive. The latex is ventilated with small holes to promote air circulation and prevent overheating. The latex should only be spot-cleaned, but PlushBeds offers an optional, machine-washable cover made of organic cotton to protect the topper. The fabric is highly breathable and won’t inhibit airflow, so the topper should sleep reasonably cool whether you use the topper or not.

The cost of this topper depends on the selected size and profile. Although the sticker price might seem high, the latex offers excellent longevity and – if properly cared for – could perform for several years before a replacement is needed. PlushBeds also offers free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. Returns are not accepted, but each topper is backed by a 5-year warranty.

The Puffy Deluxe Mattress Topper is an affordable all-foam model that closely contours evenly to relieve pressure buildup in the shoulders, hips, and lower back. Thanks to the adaptive feel, we recommend the topper for side sleepers who experience discomfort in these pressure-sensitive areas.

The topper is available in soft (3) and firm (7) designs. The latter feels exceptionally supportive with gentle cushioning for back sleepers weighing 130 pounds or more, while the former offers exceptional plushness that side sleepers up to 230 pounds should appreciate. Both toppers are made from memory foam that evenly distributes body weight, promotes even alignment, and alleviates pressure along the spine.

To help prevent overheating, the 2.5-inch topper comes encased in a cooling cover made of polyester and rayon from bamboo. The cover can be removed and machine washed. A thin anti-slip grip on the bottom helps prevent the topper from shifting along the surface of your mattress. This grip works with elastic corners, which can stretch up to 15 inches, to keep the topper in place. The topper is available in all six standard mattress sizes.

Puffy provides free shipping to customers in all 50 states. The Deluxe Mattress Topper also comes with a 101-night sleep trial and a lifetime warranty.

If your mattress is worn out and nearing retirement, you may begin to notice stiffness or soreness when you wake up in the morning. An adaptive foam topper can help alleviate these aches and pains — but foam also has a tendency to trap excessive amounts of heat. The TEMPUR-Adapt + Cooling Topper from Tempur-Pedic offers the best of both worlds, cushioning and contouring to your body for excellent pain relief while dissipating heat to ensure a comfortable temperature all night long.

Measuring 3 inches thick, the topper should significantly improve how your mattress feels — even if the surface is heavily indented from years of use. Proprietary TEMPUR memory foam is renowned for its dense composition and resistance to sinkage. The material is also much more durable than the average topper foam. Since the topper has a medium (5) feel, it’s best suited to side and back sleepers. Our hands-on tests show the TEMPUR-Adapt + Cooling is especially comfortable for side sleepers weighing up to 230 pounds, and back sleepers under 130 pounds.

The cover is made of soft knit polyester woven with phase change material, which is engineered to dissipate heat on contact and feel cool to the touch at all times. You can remove and machine wash the cover whenever it needs to be cleaned. Each corner is equipped with a thick elastic strap to secure the topper to your mattress, so it shouldn’t shift if you toss and turn or change sleep positions.

While the TEMPUR-Adapt + Cooling Topper is on the expensive side, its strong performance, above-average cooling, and lengthy expected lifespan make it a solid long-term investment. Customers in the contiguous U.S. also qualify for free ground shipping with their order. Tempur-Pedic does not allow you to return the topper at any point, so all sales are final, but your purchase is backed by a 10-year warranty against structural and material defects.