Written by Dan Caffrey, Editor
According to the American Medical Association, 25 percent to 50 percent of American adults snore regularly and some 90 million report snoring at one time or another. While the cause for each person can vary, one way everyone can combat it is by finding the best mattress for snoring.
“The right mattress firmness and material can help your snoring in a few ways,” says Sleepopolis Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Raj Dasgupta. “The first is that a mattress that is comfortable for you will promote healthier and better sleep, which will combat issues associated with snoring like poor sleep. It may also help you get better sleep if you are sick or temporarily experiencing a blockage to your airways. Second, a mattress that is pressure relieving, firm enough, and contouring can help promote spinal alignment and head positioning that help keep airways open, thus helping to reduce snoring.”
Sleepopolis has helped more than 12,544 people find a mattress, and I kept Dr. Dasgupta’s words in mind when choosing the best mattresses for snoring. Below, I’ll go over my top picks, then end the roundup by diving into the health effects of snoring, what might lead to it, and some other ways you can prevent it. I tried to include a variety of options here, in addition to accommodating a variety of budgets; the beds here range from $1,199 to $3,570 for a queen size before any discounts.
Our Top Pick for Snoring
Our top pick for snorers is the Helix Midnight because its combination of memory foam and coils makes it both pressure relieving and supportive.
Best Mattresses for Snoring
- Helix Midnight – Best Overall
- DreamCloud Premier Rest – Best Mattress for Back Sleepers
- Nectar Luxe – Best Mattress for Side Sleepers
- WinkBed – Best Luxury Mattress
- Titan Plus – Best Mattress for Heavy People
- Saatva Solaire – Best Airbed
- Sedona Elite – Best Mattress for Back Pain
- Bear Elite Hybrid – Best Cooling Mattress
- Layla Hybrid – Best Flippable Mattress
Compare the Best Mattresses for Snoring
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| Helix Midnight Mattress | DreamCloud Premier Rest | Nectar Luxe Mattress | WinkBed Mattress | Titan Plus | Saatva Solaire Mattress | Brooklyn Bedding Sedona Elite Mattress | Bear Elite Hybrid Mattress | Layla Hybrid Mattress | |
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| Firmness | Medium-firm: 6.5/10 | Medium-firm: 6.5/10 | Soft: 5.5/10 | Firm: 7/10 | Firm: 7.5/10 | Multiple firmness options | Soft: 5.5/10 | Multiple firmness options | Multiple firmness options |
| Material | Hybrid | Hybrid | Foam | Hybrid | Hybrid | Other | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid |
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What We Look For In the Best Mattress for Snoring
Pressure Relief
I mattress that causes pressure buildup on your body can lead to discomfort, which can worsen snoring. That’s why I only chose mattresses that scored a 4 or higher in this category.
Materials
A mattress made with cheap or lower-quality materials is more likely to sag over time. This leads to an overall lack of support, which can in turn cause poor alignment while sleeping — a contributing factor to snoring. So I made sure to only choose materials with a score of 4 or higher in the category of materials.
Trial Period
Finding a mattress that’s going to help you stop snoring might involve a little trial and error. That’s why I thought it was important to select beds with a generous trial period. All of the mattresses on this list offer at least a 100-night trial, and most of them offer 120 nights. And in some cases, there’s a full 365-night trial.
Helix Midnight – Best Overall
The Helix Midnight is amongst Helix’s line of six standard mattresses. It’s known for its more balanced feel, allowing it to accommodate a wide range of sleepers. We also recommend it for couples, as it scored well on our motion isolation, responsiveness, edge support, and cooling tests. For a plusher and more cooling version of this mattress, see the Helix Midnight Luxe. Learn more in our video review.
What our tester says:
“I would recommend this mattress for side or back sleepers because it’s supportive, without putting pressure on your joints.” – Nichole Mondshein, lead reviewer and staff writer
Expert Opinion
If you’re a back sleeper, one method you can try to combat snoring is switching to your side. This opens up your airway and can assist in easing your breathing. The Helix Midnight could be a good mattress for this, as it’s a good fit for back sleepers and side sleepers.
A medium-firm mattress, the Helix Midnight is a hybrid bed constructed with a combination of memory foam and individually wrapped coils. The mattress’ hybrid construction is a boon for hot sleepers, with the coils leaving plenty of room for airflow.
When testing this mattress, I used a pressure map to track areas of high, moderate, and low pressure. Our device maps out areas of tension by color (red and orange for high pressure, yellow for moderate, green and blue for low). While lying on the Midnight, I found the springs at the bottom of the bed create enough support to keep back sleepers’ spines in a neutral alignment, while the foams give side sleepers the pressure relief they need at their shoulders and hips. The map showed low pressure in the back sleeping position, and lower pressure while side sleeping (with just a touch of pressure at the hip). Overall, it gave me a balanced feel while laying on it, which is why the Helix Midnight can appeal to snorers of two different sleeping positions.
DreamCloud Premier Rest – Best Mattress for Back Sleepers
The DreamCloud Premier Rest is a medium-firm hybrid mattress that’s versatile enough to accommodate a wide range of sleepers. The plush pillow top and individually wrapped coils create a balanced feel that should appeal to back and side sleepers. Couples should appreciate the impressive motion isolation and responsiveness. See our full DreamCloud Premier Rest video review for additional information.
What our tester says:
“I also like that this bed offers pressure relief without sacrificing support. Its quilted pillow top layer is a great value add that I think many sleepers should appreciate. All in all, if you’re looking for durable support and pressure point relief, the Premier Rest is a great pick.” – Bridget Chapman, former Sleepopolis senior product editor
Expert Opinion
We think that the DreamCloud Premier mattress is an extremely comfortable bed for back sleepers, thanks to its layer of individually wrapped innerspring coils. These springs are supportive enough to keep you lifted, with the spine in a neutral alignment. Our pressure map test showed low pressure buildup in this sleeping position, with the map’s graphic showing almost entirely blue.
The DreamCloud Premier Rest also has these coils and a hybrid construction, but its foams are softer, especially its layer of contouring foam and a stretch of quilted memory foam up top. This makes it another mattress that’s pressure relieving enough for side sleepers. Anyone looking to switch between the two positions in order to get rid of their snoring should take note.
Nectar Luxe – Best Mattress for Side Sleepers
The Nectar Luxe is an ultra-plush yet supportive bed with a soft feel. It also provides a cool sleep experience, thanks to its cooling cover. We think it’s an especially good fit for back sleepers and side sleepers. Learn more in our video review.
What our tester says:
“I think side sleepers could really like the slow-moving, body-contouring feel of the Nectar Luxe. It should offer them plenty of pressure relief around the shoulders and hips. Back sleepers who prefer a softer mattress might also like this bed’s plush feel. It should offer these sleepers a nice balance of pressure relief and support.” – Nichole Mondshein, lead reviewer and staff writer
Expert Opinion
The Nectar Luxe is similar to the DreamCloud Premier Rest in that it’s an upgraded version of another mattress — in this case, the original Nectar.
Here, we have the Nectar’s thick memory foam, but with a lot more pressure relief and softness, which makes it an excellent choice for side sleepers who snore. They should appreciate how well the therapeutic memory foam contours their shoulders and hips, where they put the most pressure. Of course, I wouldn’t recommend this bed to side sleepers without confirming it with our pressure map. I found some stellar results (only blue and green across the board), so there should be more than enough pressure relief here. Now, while side sleepers aren’t advised to move to their backs to prevent snoring, I should note that the Nectar Luxe is a good fit for back sleepers, too — as long as they enjoy a softer feel.
Finally, I should talk about the prominent feature that gives the Nectar Luxe’s cooling ability. Despite the mattress being made entirely of foam, I found that my temperature only rose by 2 degrees after five minutes of me lying on it, indicating excellent cooling capabilities. Sleeping hot can lead to discomfort and harsher breathing, both of which may contribute to snoring. A cooler-sleeping mattress like the Nectar Luxe help with this.
WinkBed – Best Luxury Mattress
The WinkBed is a luxury hybrid mattress. It has a similarly supportive and sturdy feel to a traditional innerspring mattress, but upgrades like a Euro top and cooling Tencel cover give it a touch of modern luxury. Available in three firmness levels, there is a WinkBed for just about every sleeper. And a responsive and bouncy feel makes it a great pick for combination sleepers. Learn more in our video review.
What our tester says:
“If you like the feel of a traditional innerspring mattress, the WinkBed could work for you. Since this bed offered great pressure relief around my lumbar region, I’d also recommend it to folks who suffer from lower back pain.” – Nichole Mondshein, lead reviewer and staff writer
Expert Opinion
The WinkBed is a luxury hybrid, meaning it’s similar to a mattress you’d sleep on in a high-end hotel. The comfort layer is made of cushy memory foam for pressure relief, with an infusion of gel for cooling. Below, a layer of extra-tall coils creates a ton of support. The tall coils give the WinkBed a traditional innerspring feel, so it’s quite bouncy and responsive. If you’re a snorer looking to switch from your back to your side, this makes it easy to change positions.
The mattress is available in three different firmnesses: Softer, Luxury Firm, and Firmer. There’s also a Plus model for heavy sleepers over 250 pounds. For snorers who might want to move to their side (or already sleep on their side), I recommend the Softer. That’s because, even at its softest, the WinkBed still has a lot of support. So this is the model that will be supportive enough for back sleepers while still offering enough contouring and pressure relief up top for side sleepers.
Titan Plus – Best Mattress for Heavy People
The Titan Plus mattress is a durable mattress made with heavy sleepers in mind. It’s firm and features heavy-duty coils and Titanflex foam that makes it bouncy and easy to move around on. We think that heavy back sleepers and stomach sleepers should be especially comfortable. For more information on the Titan Plus, check out our video review.
What our tester says:
“I think the Titan Plus lives up to its name as a good mattress for heavier sleepers. It will offer them the deep compression support and durability they need.” – Nichole Mondshein, lead reviewer and staff writer
Expert Opinion
Heavy people over 250 pounds are more susceptible to snoring, and one of the most practical ways they can prevent it — or address it — is finding a comfortable, supportive mattress. This can keep them from sinking too far into the mattress, and thus promote clearer breathing. I’d like to direct these folks to the Titan Plus, a mattress from Brooklyn Bedding that’s designed for heavy sleepers. It has an extra-tall 6-inch layer of coils at the bottom of the mattress. And the comfort layer has a dense and responsive latex alternative foam called TitanFlex. This keeps you from feeling swallowed up by the bed.
I brought in Paulie, who’s a powerlifter and someone the Titan Plus was made for. He found this mattress to be on the firm side (a 7.5 out of 10), and more than supportive enough to handle his weight.
The Titan Plus is so supportive, it can even accommodate heavy stomach sleepers, who tend to need more firmness and support than other sleeping positions. While stomach sleeping can have some health drawbacks, it’s a good position for preventing snoring. So if you want to try it out, the Titan Plus could be the bed for you.
Saatva Solaire – Best Airbed
The Saatva Solaire is a truly unique mattress that should appeal to a huge number of sleepers. No matter what position you sleep in, you’re likely to find something within its 50 different firmness settings. Simply adjust the firmness and see what feels best. Learn more in our video review.
What our tester says:
“The Solaire offers personalized support, and can be set to 50 different firmness levels. So I think it should feel comfortable in almost any sleeping position.” – Nichole Mondshein, lead reviewer and staff writer
Expert Opinion
I’ve talked a lot so far about changing from back sleeping to side sleeping in order to not snore. As easy as that might sound on paper, it can be a challenge for some, as those sleeping positions each require different levels of support and pressure relief.
The Saatva Solaire addresses this by being an adjustable airbed. It’s important to remember this is different than an air mattress. Rather than a cheap sleeping surface that you would take camping, the Saatva Solaire is a luxury bed that inflates and deflates via a controller that adjusts a layer of flexible air chambers at the mattress’ base. There are a whopping 50 different settings here, so you can change the firmness of the bed as you change your style of sleeping.
As far as range goes, I found the 50 settings to span between a 6 and 7.5 on the firmness scale. While using our pressure map, I also noticed that a firmness setting of 20 is a good number to start with if you’re trying to alleviate hip pain or shoulder pain. So there’s something here for sleepers (and snorers) of all stripes.
Sedona Elite – Best Mattress for Back Pain
The Brooklyn Bedding Sedona Elite is a hybrid bed with excellent motion isolation, making it perfect for couples. The coils keep the bed cool and supportive while the foam layer makes it comfortable and pressure relieving, which may be helpful for people with hip and shoulder pain. Learn more in our video review.
What our tester says:
“I consider this a great selection for side sleepers. The foam layers provide a soft, almost quilted top portion, where you sink into the bed a little bit, but don’t get stuck.” – Logan Block, Sleepopolis former content director
Expert Opinion
While back pain isn’t believed to cause snoring (and vice versa), each condition may make the other one worse. For instance, snoring can make it harder to get a good night’s sleep, which can in turn lead to back pain.
If you’re looking for a mattress that’s comfortable for anyone experiencing back pain, look no further than the Sedona Elite from Brooklyn Bedding. I found the luxuriously soft feel of the bed’s three foam layers does wonders for pressure relief, but there’s still enough support from the pocketed coils below to keep you properly lifted. The middle foam layer also has an infusion of gel to help you sleep cool.
On our pressure map, I saw outstanding pressure relief in the back and side sleeping positions. Back sleeping, the foams should fill in the lumbar region and prevent tension from building up. Side sleeping, the hip and shoulder are properly cushioned, while the coils keep the body lifted. So, I think this mattress could be a match made in heaven for back sleepers and side sleepers who suffer from back pain. Although if you sleep on your stomach, you’ll likely need something firmer.
Bear Elite Hybrid – Best Cooling Mattress
The Bear Elite Hybrid uses foam and coils for a mix of support, cushioning, and cooling. While designed for athletes prioritizing wellness and recovery, sleepers of all activity levels can enjoy the many luxurious features. Enjoy zoned support for targeted relief, an “on top of” feel allowing for ease of movement, and cooling features throughout. For more information, watch our video review.
What our tester says:
“I’d recommend the Bear Elite Hybrid for most back and stomach sleepers.I think these sleepers will get the needed pressure relief and contouring around the lower back and hips. This mattress does a wonderful job at offering body contouring while still helping the sleeper stay elevated and lifted as well. The layers of foam should provide comfort while the coil system should offer lots of support.” – Nichole Mondshein, lead reviewer and mattress tester
Expert Opinion
A cooling mattress can lead to more restful sleep and help you breathe easier at night — both important factors in the prevention of snoring. I found the Bear Elite Hybrid, a luxury bed boasting three firmness options, to be an especially cool mattress, thanks to infusions of gel and airflow-promoting pocketed coils.
Like all Bear mattresses, the Elite Hybrid also offers a cover made of Celliant for an additional fee. Celliant is soft and breathable material that helps regulate your temperature, which can be purchased for an additional cost. Another interesting feature about Celliant is that some believe it to promote blood flow and assist with recovery. For this reason, Bear mattresses are popular among athletes and those who live an active lifestyle. I should note that while I haven’t tested the rehabilitative qualities of Celliant ourselves, you can read more about its clinical trials here.
I found the Bear Elite Hybrid (specifically the Medium model) to be supportive enough for back sleepers while having enough contouring and pressure relief for side sleepers (though strict side sleepers should opt for the Soft model). So, with that and the Elite Hybrid’s satisfactory responsiveness score in mind, snorers should easily be able to toggle between these two sleeping positions.
Layla Hybrid – Best Flippable Mattress
It’s not often you find a mattress that’s comfortable for side sleepers and stomach sleepers alike, but the Layla Hybrid is an exception to the rule. With both a Soft side and a Firm side, it features foams that are both contouring and supportive. Back sleepers should be comfortable as well. For more information, check out our video review.
What our tester says:
“Given the flippable nature of the mattress, it could work for a wide range of different sleep styles. Side sleepers will be most compatible with the plush feeling of the soft side, while back/stomach/combo sleepers will prefer the firmer one.” – Bridget Chapman, former senior product editor
Expert Opinion
If you’re trying to switch from your back to your side in order to reduce your snoring, the Layla Hybrid allows you to simply flip over the mattress. Each side of the bed has a different firmness level, with a Soft side that measures a 5 out of 10 on our firmness scale and a Firm side that measures a 7 out of 10. I recommend the Firm when you’re sleeping on your back and the Soft when you’re sleeping on your side (the optimal position for snoring).
Although the foams have a different level of firmness depending on which side you’re on, the mattress has a 6-inch tall core of pocketed coils, so you get a ton of support in the center of the bed no matter what.
Each side of this flippable mattress also has an infusion of copper, a material that helps you sleep cool. This should be welcome news for any snorers who tend to sleep hot.
How Does Snoring Affect Sleep?
Snoring may be the result of obstructed nasal pathways as a result of allergies, anatomically narrow nasal passages, or sickness. It could also be a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which causes breathing to stop for short intervals during the night. OSA also comes with its own set of health problems, including headaches, irritability, and potentially the erosion of heart and blood vessel health over time.
Regardless of its cause, snoring can affect your overall sleep quality and health, and make you feel less rested during the day. Also, if you share living space with a spouse, partner, children, roommate, friend, or sibling, they could be awoken by your snoring. If your snoring becomes a problem over time and you suspect it might be the result of chronic illness (or if you just want to figure out a way to solve it), I advise you to consult a medical professional.
Hear from the Experts:
How to Stop Snoring
“Snoring may be caused by a medical condition and some conditions have treatments that can help limit or stop snoring entirely. I recommend consulting a doctor about these issues, if your snoring is waking you up at night. Other options include a better mattress, sleeping on your side to open airways, using nasal strips to open sinuses during the night, and keeping your head elevated to increase airflow. You can read below for more mattress and sleep tips to help stop snoring.”
Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM. Quadruple-board certified in pulmonary, sleep, internal, and critical care medicine
What to Consider When Buying the Best Mattress for Snoring
Finding the best mattress for snoring is a two-tiered process. First, you’ll want to figure out your general preferences, which I’ll go over below. After that, you can hone in on which beds might be a good overall fit, then find ones that have qualities intended to improve snoring.
You can also check out our detailed breakdown on snoring and our list of oral exercises for sleep apnea for more tips on how to get a good night’s sleep. While this roundup is meant to detail mattresses that might be good for snoring, these other articles contain specific suggestions and regiments that go beyond the bed you sleep in.
Sleeping Position
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers may experience the most snoring, as their tongue falls to the back of their mouth during the night, and gravity can pull the soft tissue of the throat down, which can contribute to blocked airways. Further, the mouth can easily fall open when sleeping on your back, which may worsen the propensity to snore. For this reason, a supportive pillow gives a head-tilt, chin-lift posture. Another option for back sleepers is turning the head to one side or another. For some people, this improves snoring.
Side Sleepers
Side sleeping can be a helpful position for people who snore because the airways are not blocked as easily. This position can promote better airflow overall. Side sleepers tend to need softer mattresses with a lot of pressure relief to cradle their shoulders and hips and keep the spine in alignment.
Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleeping can be an option for snorers as well, as there tends to be less obstruction to the airways as compared to back sleeping. However, stomach sleeping is considered to be the least healthy sleeping position, as it can cause restlessness and pain in the neck, shoulders, and back. Stomach sleepers often have the hardest time finding a mattress, as they usually need a bed with firm support to keep them from sinking too far into the layers. A strong preference for stomach sleeping or sleeping upright could be a sign that obstructive sleep apnea is present.
Combination Sleepers
We use the term “combination sleepers” or “combo sleepers” to refer to folks who switch sleeping positions at night. It might be from their back to their side, side to their stomach, or some combination of all three. Depending on what position you are in, you may have an easier time breathing without snoring. Combination sleepers usually need a mattress that’s springy and responsive enough to easily move around at night.
Mattress Type
- Memory Foam: All-foam mattresses are usually the best choice for side sleepers because of their pressure relief, although there are plenty of foam beds that are good for other sleeping positions. That’s because all-foam mattresses have varying levels of feel, firmness, and construction. These may be a good choice for people who snore because they can provide the necessary support and pressure relief.
- Innerspring: This term refers to mattresses with a traditional springy feel. It’s worth noting that, while innerspring mattresses were once made primarily with coils, these days they tend to have a little bit of foam in them. But even with this added pressure relief, anything branded as an innerspring mattress is going to be responsive. These beds can be bouncy, which may not be ideal for people who snore, as they may be awoken more easily with bed partner movement.
- Hybrid: Per their name, hybrid mattresses combine substantial portions of several different materials — usually foam and coils. While they can vary regarding whether they hew closer to a foam or innerspring mattress, they tend to have a balanced feel and are often an excellent fit for back sleepers and combination sleepers. Some of them are soft and pressure-relieving enough for side sleepers, too. These can also be a good option for people who snore, as they are comfortable while still being supportive and pressure relieving, which may help promote sleeping positions that keep the airways open.
- Latex: Latex is naturally responsive and cooling, so these mattresses tend to be a good match for combination sleepers and hot sleepers. The foam is derived from either Talalay or Dunlop latex, and the construction can be either all-foam or hybrid. These beds, like innerspring, can be bouncy, and may not be a good choice for those who snore, as they could be associated with sleep disruption during the night.
What Type of Mattress is Best For Snoring?
What kind of mattress is best for snoring will depend on your sleeping position and the causes of your snoring. If you snore based on a medical condition, seeking treatment from a doctor may be the best bet. However, if you snore only when you are sick, or snore, opting for a firmer mattress, and one made of a foam that can provide pressure relief and contouring without being too hugging or soft could be helpful to stop snoring.
Company Policies
Company policies such as shipping and returns are important to consider when shopping for a mattress for snoring because you want to be sure your mattress will help with your snoring, and that you can replace it if it does not. I provide you with information on the shipping, warranty, and sleep trial of all of the mattresses in this list, but you can read more about what each of these means below.
Shipping
Shipping can be an expensive additional cost to your mattress. A lot of companies offer free shipping, but setup and handling of the mattress varies by retailer. If you are struggling with a health condition, running in poor sleep, or sick and that is causing snoring, then you may not want to move a new mattress into your home. Looking into the brands options for delivery and set up can be helpful.
For Canadian shoppers, there are several brands that ship across the border or great Canadian mattress companies. Check out our Best Mattresses in Canada for more options.
Sleep Trial
Sleep trials are exceptionally important for sleepers who are struggling with snoring. You want to be sure that your mattress can help with snoring before you fully commit to it. Some companies offer 100 to 120-night sleep trials, whereas others offer a full year. Some offer only a month. I generally recommend looking for a longer sleep trial, so you can be sure that your mattress is what you need, meets your comfort level, and actually helps your snoring. The length of the sleep trial may also impact the return policy.
Returns
Making a mattress return can be a hassle. If you are looking for a mattress to help with snoring, then you want to be sure that the mattress actually does. Being able to return a mattress that does not help your snoring is pivotal. A lot of companies offer returns after 30 days of trying the mattress, but within the sleep trial period. This is why a longer period can be helpful. However, there are some retailers that are not as easy to navigate, so I recommend being sure you can return your mattress before you purchase it.
Warranty
When shopping for a mattress online, warranties are extremely important so you can be rest assured if the mattress doesn’t fit your lifestyle or doesn’t hold its standard, you can return it. Each mattress company has different warranties so make sure to check out our reviews for the full breakdown. I recommend looking for brands offering 10-year to lifetime warranties since you want to guarantee a durable mattress.
Firmness
When we measure a mattress’ firmness, we use a firmness scale from 1 to 10. To give you some context, a 1 would feel like an extremely soft pillow and a 10 would be akin to a hardwood floor. Let’s break down the different categories of firmness.
- Soft Mattress: We classify soft mattresses as being between 3 and 6. These beds will usually appeal the most to side sleepers. Because these beds are comfortable for side sleepers and can help provide shoulder pain relief, they may be a good option for people who snore, as side sleeping may be associated with reduced snoring.
- Medium-Firm Mattress: The industry standard for medium firmness is 6.5. Any bed with this score is going to have a balanced feel that should appeal to many different types of sleepers. While softer mattresses are good for side sleepers, which is a recommended position for snoring, medium-firm mattresses are a good overall mattress option for people who snore because they offer the support needed to align the body in a way that promotes healthy airflow.
- Firm Mattress: We consider a firm mattress to be anything that’s a 7 or higher. Stomach sleepers usually need a firm mattress, although some back sleepers and combination sleepers can be comfortable on them as well. In this way, firm mattresses may also be an acceptable option for snorers
Hypoallergenic Materials
People who suffer from allergies often experience snoring or harsh breathing while they sleep. Allergies can lead to increased blockage in the airways and sinuses, which may contribute to snoring, or be a cause of it. Whether you struggle with seasonal allergies, household allergens, or both, opting for a hypoallergenic mattress may help promote better breathing overall, and contribute to reduced snoring.
Organic and hypoallergenic materials such as organic cotton, natural latex, fiberglass-free mattresses, and breathable springs can all help to promote airflow and are allergen-resistant or hypoallergenic.
How Hypoallergenic Materials Can Help
Some people snore simply because they have nasal congestion. If you struggle with allergies, you may be more prone to snoring and could benefit from a mattress made from organic and hypoallergenic materials.
If you’re looking for a hypoallergenic mattress, it’s a good idea to check if it has received third-party certifications, such as the OEKO-TEX certification and GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification. Or, check out our best hypoallergenic mattress roundup.
Flexibility
As I noted in my mattress descriptions above, one of the best ways to keep yourself from snoring is to switch sleeping positions depending on how you sleep. If you’re a back sleeper (the position most prone to snoring), try to find a mattress that will also accommodate side sleepers. This should make it easy to gradually change how you sleep if you want to try a side position to reduce snoring.
Hybrid mattresses are an excellent option for this, as they can accommodate most sleepers, and are also good for combination sleepers. So, if you are trying to transition to side sleeping from back sleeping, but still move around, hybrid mattresses can be a good choice to help you. Memory foam mattresses may also be a good choice, as they have such excellent motion isolation, and can help to improve sleep during a transition period.
Hear From the Experts:
You can attempt pillow-propping to stay positioned on your side. Neck roll can help with head-tilt, chin lift positioning and turning your head to the side while supine. Knee pillow supports knees and hips in lateral position. Wedge pillow can help improve breathing by raising head and reducing acid reflux (which may be silent)
Other Products to Consider for Snoring
In addition to finding the best mattress for snoring, you can look into some accessories that may help you achieve deep and restful sleep.
Adjustable Beds
An adjustable bed (also called an adjustable base) offers you a wide variety of angles to choose from while you sleep. If you struggle with snoring, you can keep your head elevated, which helps keep your airways open. Learn about some of our favorite recommendations on our best adjustable beds page.
Anti-Snore Pillows
As the name implies, an anti-snore pillow comes outfitted with special features to prevent you form snoring. Some of them have unique contours that can help keep the airways open, while others are designed to promote side sleeping (the best sleeping position for not snoring).
Nasal Strips
Nasal strips are placed over the bridge of the nose, and are meant to gently expand your nostrils for clearer breathing. Most brands require that you replace each strip every night, so you’ll probably go through a 30-count box in about a month. Read more about nasal strips in our article about the best snoring aids.
CPAP Machines
CPAP stands for “continuous positive airway pressure”, and CPAP therapy is really only meant for sleepers whose snoring is caused by obstructive sleep apnea. With that in mind, you’ll need to consult with a medical professional before ordering and using one.
If you do decide to go this route, you’ll receive an apparatus that you’ll wear at night (it looks similar to an oxygen mask), which filters air into your nose and helps keep your airways open. Your doctor usually works with you to settle on the exact settings of the machine. Read more in our article “Everything You Need to Know About CPAP Devices”.
FAQs
Does the type of mattress you use affect snoring?
While it might vary from person to person, I believe that a medium-firm mattress is generally best for people who snore. It helps keep the spine — and thus your airway — in a neutral position.
Regarding the mattress’ construction, hybrid, innerspring, latex, and foam mattresses are all available in medium-firm models.
What sleeping position is best for snoring?
Sleeping on your back — while considered the healthiest sleep position overall — is usually the worst for snoring, as it can cause your tongue to collapse to the back wall of your throat, which leads to harsh vibrations. Conversely, side-sleeping is generally considered the best sleeping position for snoring, since it keeps your tongue and soft palate in their regular position.
Can a higher pillow help with snoring?
It might! There’s no one magic solution that will work for everyone, but raising your head can help reduce airway compression and keep you from snoring. It’s definitely worth a try.
Is a hard or soft mattress better for snoring?
This depends on your preferences and what kind of sleeper you are. As I explained above, different kinds of sleepers require different mattresses. However, I generally recommend a medium-firm mattress to offer enough support and pressure relief to promote better breathing. With that in mind, though, a softer mattress is better for side sleeping, which is the recommended position for snoring.
Are adjustable mattresses good for snoring?
They certainly can be. Adjustable mattresses can help those who snore based on body position, as they elevate the body to promote more open airways and better overall breathing patterns.
How We Chose These Mattresses
Our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches has reviewed more than 300 products in our mattress lab, running each one through tests such as pressure-mapping and measuring motion transfer with a seismometer. From there, we give every bed an overall score based on materials, comfort, support, cooling, and edge support. We also factor in brand performance with categories such as value and warranty.
For the mattresses on this page, we considered whether they promoted proper airflow, what types of sleepers they would work for, how budget-friendly they are, and more. Click here to learn more about our methodology.
Summary – Best Mattresses for Snoring 2022
| Mattress | Best For | Price (Queen) | Coupon | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helix Midnight | Editor’s Pick | $1,199 | Helix Coupon | Read Our Review |
| DreamCloud Premier Rest | Back Sleepers | $2,598 | DreamCloud Coupon | Read Our Review |
| Nectar Luxe | Side Sleepers | $3,424 | Nectar Coupon | Read Our Review |
| WinkBed | Luxury | $1,799 | WinkBed Coupon | Read Our Review |
| Titan Plus | Heavy People | $1,249 | Brooklyn Bedding Coupon | Read Our Review |
| Saatva Solaire | Airbed | $3,570 | Saatva Coupon | Read Our Review |
| Sedona Elite | Back Pain | $2,399 | Brooklyn Bedding Coupon | Read Our Review |
| Bear Elite Hybrid | Cooling | $2,305 | Bear Coupon | Read Our Review |
| Layla Hybrid | Flippable | $1,699 | Layla Coupon | Read Our Review |
Sources
- 1. Berg S. What Doctors Wish Patients Knew about Snoring. American Medical Association. April 12, 2024. Accessed July 19, 2024. https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/public-health/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-snoring#:~:text=Advancing%20public%20health&text=Meanwhile%2C%2090%20million%20Americans%20report
- 2. Snoring – Symptoms and Causes. Mayo Clinic. 2017. Accessed July 19, 2024. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/snoring/symptoms-causes/syc-20377694
Dan Caffrey
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About Author
Dan is a Performance Editor and Certified Sleep Coach at Sleepopolis, where he writes and edits mattress roundups to give readers the most up-to-date information on sleep products. In 2020, Dan earned his MFA In Playwriting from UT Austin, and his plays have been seen around the country in Chicago, Austin, Washington D.C., and elsewhere. He’s also a pop-culture fanatic, having written for publications such as The A.V. Club, Consequence, Pitchfork, and Vox. He co-hosts two popular horror podcasts on the Bloody Disgusting Podcast Network — The Losers’ Club: A Stephen King Podcast and Halloweenies: A Horror Franchise Podcast. When he’s not catching up on the latest King novel, you can find Dan in and around Brooklyn walking his dog Hank, seeing a play with his wife, and going to way too many concerts.
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