Sleep Number Alternatives

Written by Dan Caffrey, Senior Performance Editor

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Sleep Number really is one of the most unique mattress brands around. For decades, the company has been known for its adjustable air beds, which allow you to adjust the mattress’s firmness with the simple click of a remote control. The customization allows a single mattress to accommodate many different types of sleepers. Sleep Number mattresses also have something called SleepIQ, technology that measures factors such as heart rate and temperature while you sleep so it can adjust the bed on its own. This makes for an optimal sleeping experience.

One of the downsides, however, is that Sleep Number mattresses can be quite expensive, especially for air beds. That’s why we’ve put together this list, where we provide what we’re calling a Sleep Number alternative for nine of their mattresses. Read on to see which less expensive Sleep Number alternative might be the best fit for you and your specific needs.

Our Top Pick for a Sleep Number Alternative

We think the best example of a Sleep Number alternative would be the Nectar Premier paired with Adjustable Base. It still pressure-relieving and contouring like the Sleep Number P Series Alternative, but between Nectar’s year-round discounts and holiday deals, it’s set at a more affordable price.

Best Sleep Number Alternatives

• Nectar Premier with Adjustable Base – Best Sleep Number P Series Alternative
• Helix Sunset Luxe with Adjustable Base – Best Sleep Number c4 Alternative
• Nolah Signature with Adjustable Base – Best Sleep Number iLE Limited Edition Alternative
• Bear Star Hybrid with Adjustable Base – Best Sleep Number pSE Alternative
• Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe with Adjustable Base – Best Sleep Number i8 Alternative
• Saatva Solaire – Best Sleep Number C Series Alternative
• Titan Plus with Adjustable Base – Best Sleep Number m7 Alternative

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Expert Opinion

The mattresses in the Sleep Number P Series are known for being more pressure relieving and contouring than the brand’s other beds. While the Nectar Premier isn’t adjustable, we think it’s an excellent alternative due to its cushy layers of memory foam and soft foam. And if you do want to give the mattress some additional customization, you can add on the Nectar Adjustable Base, which has a laundry list of differently angled settings and additional bells and whistles such as a massage function and USB chargers.

When we tested out the Nectar Premier, we felt ourselves sinking into the mattress, getting that classic memory foam feel. In terms of firmness, we scored it at a 6 out of 10 on our mattress firmness scale, and think that you’ll get the same type of deep pressure relief you’d get on the mattresses in the P Series.

Even with the adjustable base, the Nectar Premier is cheaper than some of the mattresses in the Sleep Number P Series. Additionally, Nectar often runs bundled deals during Black Friday and other big shopping days, meaning you can get both the mattress and the base for as cheap as 50 percent off.

What our tester says: “My favorite thing about the Nectar Premier is its great pressure relief. This medium-soft mattress is a great fit for side sleepers looking for plush comfort. It might also be a nice fit for sleepers who deal with shoulder pain.” – Bridget Chapman, former senior product editor

Pros of the Nectar Premier Mattress

• Side sleepers usually need a soft mattress, and should appreciate the Nectar Premier’s cradling foams. It’s likely to give them plenty of relief at the shoulders and hips, where they put the most pressure.
• Back sleepers should also be comfortable on the Nectar Premier. The memory foam is meant to fill in their lumbar region, while the high-density poly foam at the bottom creates enough support for a neutral spinal alignment.
• We test motion isolation by dropping a steel ball from different heights and measuring its vibrations. If the vibrations are low, it means that movement is less likely to ripple across the mattress. The Nectar Premier had exceptional motion isolation, so couples aren’t likely to wake each other up with their tossing and turning.

Cons of the Nectar Premier Mattress

• We don’t recommend this mattress to stomach sleepers, who usually require a firmer and more supportive mattress to keep their hips lifted and in line with their shoulders.

Sleep Number P Series vs Nectar Premier

Similarities

Soft, pressure-relieving memory foam

Enough contouring for side sleepers

Cooling foams and features for hot sleepers

Differences

The Nectar Premier Mattress is less expensive than several of the Sleep Number P Series Mattresses

The Nectar Premier Mattress does not have enough support for stomach sleepers

Ready to try out the Nectar Premier? Click here to get the best deal on the mattress and here to get the best deal on the Nectar Adjustable Base. You can also learn more in our full Nectar Premier mattress review and Nectar Adjustable Base review.

Expert Opinion

While we already provided an alternative to Sleep Number’s overall C Series, what if you want an alternative to one of its individual beds, such as the c4? In addition to being adjustable, this mattress is known for containing foam that contours to your body for greater pressure relief. We think a good (and more affordable) alternative good be the Helix Sunset Luxe. Helix’s Luxe line is essentially the upgraded lineup of its original line of hybrid mattresses, and the Sunset is the softest of these beds. Its layer of Memory Plus foam should give you a lot of contouring, similar to the foam in the c4. When we lie down on the Sunset Luxe, we can feel the material hugging our shoulders and hips.

Another perk of the Helix Sunset Luxe (and all of the Luxe mattresses) is that it comes with a soft and breathable Tencel cover, and an added pillow top. The pillow top provides further pressure relief. The Sunset Luxe also pairs nicely with the brand’s Adjustable Base, whose multiple angles give you a sense of customization that’s even closer to Sleep Number. Its presets include flat, as well as zero gravity mode. There are also luxurious features such as a massage function and USB ports.

What our tester says: “A combination of soft Memory Plus foam and springy Helix Dynamic Foam create a soft yet responsive feel. Regardless of your preferred sleeping position, you won’t feel swallowed by the foam layers of this mattress.” – Bridget Chapman, former senior product editor

Pros of the Helix Sunset Luxe Mattress

• We really love this mattress for side sleepers, who should get contouring and pressure relief in all the right spots.
• It should also be comfortable for average weight back sleepers, as long as they enjoy a softer mattress.
• Hot sleepers should be very comfy on the Helix Sunset Luxe. The breathable cover and airflow-promoting coils both assist with cooling.

Cons of the Helix Sunset Luxe Mattress

• Soft mattresses like the Sunset Luxe usually aren’t the best choice for stomach sleepers or heavy sleepers over 250 pounds. They’ll need something firmer and more supportive.

Sleep Number c4 vs Helix Sunset Luxe

Similarities

Soft memory foam with plenty of contouring

Pressure-relieving enough for side sleepers

Still supportive enough for back sleepers

Differences

The Helix Sunset Lux Mattress is not supportive enough for stomach sleepers

The Helix adjustable base comes with extra tech features such as a USB port

Ready to try out the Helix Sunset Luxe? Click here to get the best deal on the mattress and here for the best deal on the base. You can also learn more in our full Helix Sunset Luxe mattress review and Helix Adjustable Base review.

Expert Opinion

With the iLE Limited Edition, Sleep Number created a mattress that treated sleepers to soft foam and a number of cooling features. The Nolah Signature has these same traits, built with a proprietary called AirFoam that’s designed to be a more breathable alternative to memory foam. And as far as firmness goes, we clocked this all-foam mattress at an ultra-plush 5.5 out 10 on our mattress firmness scale, meaning that, like the iLE, it offers plenty of contouring and deep pressure relief. 

Of course, being a Sleep Number bed, the iLe is customizable, while the Nolah Signature isn’t. But if you pair it with the brand’s adjustable base, you get a ton of different height options, in addition to other bells and whistles such as under-bed lighting, a massage function, and USB chargers.

What our tester says: “I think the Nolah Signature is a great choice for a lot of back and side sleepers. The sinkage this mattress provides should be a nice match for these sleepers and offer the pressure relief they need.” – Bridget Chapman, former senior product editor

Pros of the Nolah Signature Mattress

• Side sleepers should be very comfortable on the Nolah Signature, getting all the contouring they need at their shoulders and hips.
• Back sleepers should also find the right blend of comfort and support here, as long as they like a softer feel.
• Folks with back pain should feel the soft foam filling in their lumbar region and offering them relief.

Cons of the Nolah Signature Mattress

• We don’t think the Nolah Signature will give stomach sleepers the support they need.

Sleep Number iLE Limited Edition vs Nolah Signature

Similarities

Ultra-soft feel for side sleepers

Enough support for back sleepers to maintain a neutral spinal alignment

Both beds sleep nice and cool

Differences

Nolah uses proprietary AirFoam

Nolah’s firmness isn’t customizable

Ready to try out the Nolah Signature? Click here to get the best deal on the mattress and here to get the best deal on the Adjustable Base. You can also learn more in our full Nolah Signature mattress review and our full Nolah Adjustable Base review.

Expert Opinion

On the Sleep Number pSE, you can adjust each side of the mattress to be a different level of firmness, which is designed for couples with different preferences. While the Bear Star Hybrid isn’t adjustable on its own, it does have a medium-firm feel that should still appeal to a wide variety of folks. That’s why we chose it as a more budget-friendly alternative to the pSE. 

The Bear Star Hybrid gets its balanced feel from a construction that combines soft memory foam with highly supportive coils. And if you want to up its customizability, consider pairing it with the brand’s Adjustable Flex Bed. It’s even available in a Split King, which can give you different settings on each side of the mattress, similar to the pSE.

What our tester says: “I think the Bear Star Hybrid is reasonably priced for a hybrid mattress, especially with the sales that Bear often runs. I think it’s a good option for people looking for a luxurious feel at a lower price point.” – Bridget Chapman, former senior product editor

Pros of the Bear Star Hybrid Mattress

• As a brand, Bear caters to athletes, and offers an optional Celliant cover with the Star Hybrid for a fee. It’s a cooling material that some studies believe may promote recovery.
• A moisture-wicking cover, infusion of copper in the foam, and airflow-promoting coils all help the Bear Star Hybrid sleep cool.
• We think this mattress should be comfortable for back sleepers and side sleepers alike.

Cons of the Bear Star Hybrid Mattress

• It’s likely not going to be firm enough for stomach sleepers.
• The Celliant cover that may help in muscle recovery must be purchased separately.

Sleep Number pSE vs Bear Star Hybrid

Similarities

Medium firmness that should appeal to couples

Supportive enough for back sleepers

Still soft enough for side sleepers

Differences

Bear Star Hybrid firmness isn’t customizable (you can actually alter the firmness of each side of the bed on the pSE)

The Bear Star Hybrid has a Celliant cover available for an extra charge

Ready to try out the Bear Star Hybrid? Click here to get the best deal on the mattress and here for the best deal on the base. You can also learn more in our full Bear Star Hybrid mattress review.

Expert Opinion

The Aurora Luxe is Brooklyn Bedding’s most luxurious and most cooling model, so it’s a natural alternative to a Sleep Number bed — specifically the i8 mattress. Where the i8 is outfitted with ceramic gel to combat heat, the Aurora Luxe has a cooling feature in every layer, from springs that allow for airflow to a cooling cover and infusion of thermoregulating copper in the top layer of foam.

Like many of Brooklyn Bedding’s mattresses, the Aurora Luxe is also available in three different firmness levels, so it does give you some level of customization (though not as much as a Sleep Number mattress). And you can always pair it with the brand’s Ascension Adjustable Base for additional adjustability. 

What our tester says: “I appreciate how soft and cuddly this bed is. It feels similar to a lot of luxury hybrids on the market right now, but is a little cheaper than these beds.” – Bridget Chapman, former senior product editor

Pros of the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Mattress

• We recommend the Soft model for side sleepers, the Medium model for back sleepers, and the Firm model for stomach sleepers.
• We tested the Medium model, and scored it a 6.5 out of 10 on our mattress firmness scale — the industry standard for medium firm.
• Brooklyn Bedding owns its own factory, so it’s able to cut down on manufacturing costs and pass the savings onto the customer.

Cons of the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Mattress

• It probably isn’t supportive enough for heavy sleepers over 250 pounds.

Sleep Number i8 vs Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe

Similarities

Added cooling technology

Comfortable for all sleeping positions, as long as you buy the correct firmness for the Aurora Luxe

Sturdy support

Differences

The Aurora Luxe’s firmness isn’t customizable, although there are three different firmness models available

The Aurora Luxe is not supportive enough for heavy sleepers

Ready to try out the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe? Click here to get the best deal on the mattress and here for the best deal on the base. You can also learn more in our full Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe mattress review and our Brooklyn Bedding Ascension Luxe Adjustable Power Base Review.

Expert Opinion

Like all of Sleep Number’s mattresses, the C Series uses a network of flexible air chambers to adjust the firmness of the bed. But unlike, say, the P Series, the C Series is fairly responsive, even at its softest setting. We think a good alternative to it is the Saatva Solaire, a high-tech adjustable air bed with 50 different firmness settings (1 being the softest and 50 being the firmest). 

We tested out each of these settings and found the Saatva Solaire to be a good fit for a wide variety of sleepers. In terms of firmness, we found that it had considerable range, depending on the setting, spanning from a very soft 4 out of 10 on our mattress firmness scale to a very firm 8.

What our tester says: “My favorite thing about the Solaire is how customizable it is. Almost any sleeper should be able to find a firmness setting that works for them. And couples might especially appreciate the Solaire’s customizability, breathability, and low motion transfer.” – Logan Block, former head of content

Pros of the Saatva Solaire Mattress

• We think this mattress should work for every sleeping position. Side sleepers should opt for somewhere in the 20s, back sleepers should aim for 30–35, and stomach sleepers should hover between 40 and 50.
• For an air bed, the Saatva Solaire has fairly strong edge support, which is good news for couples or anyone who likes to spread out across the entire surface of a mattress.
• Sleepers who experience back pain should be able to find just the right setting to cushion their lumbar while also providing spinal support.

Cons of the Saatva Solaire Mattress

• This might sound like a minor complaint, but we found the buttons of the remote control to be a bit sticky when we adjusted the firmness settings.

Sleep Number C Series vs Saatva Solaire

Similarities

Customizable firmness

Fairly responsive, even at the softest setting

Comfortable for all sleeping positions

Differences

The Saatva Solaire is more expensive than the C Series

Saatva offers free white glove delivery (Sleep Number charges extra)

Ready to try out the Saatva Solaire? Click here to get the best deal. You can also learn more in our full Saatva Solaire mattress review.

Expert Opinion

As a memory foam mattress, the Sleep Number m7 would probably be a lot softer than the hybrid Titan Plus (created by Brooklyn Bedding), even if it didn’t have customizable settings. However, the two mattresses are similar in that they don’t have pillow tops, which gives them a more responsive feel. If you pair the Titan Plus with Brooklyn Bedding’s Ascension Adjustable Base, you get a little bit of customization and a suitable comparison to the m7 on its firmer settings. It comes equipped with several presets, including zero gravity, as well as a USB charging port.

Now is a good time to remind you that adjustable bases are often found at discounted bundles with mattresses during certain holidays, especially Black Friday. You may actually be able to get a mattress and an adjustable bed for a combined price that’s a less expensive Sleep Number alternative.

What our tester says: “The materials under the Titan Plus’ hood are sturdy and durable. You get just the right amount of cozy mobility on top, but the theme here is support.” – Bridget Chapman, former senior product editor

Pros of the Titan Plus Mattress

• It was designed for heavy people over 250 pounds, so larger sleepers should get all the support they need.
• The Ascension Base has a slim design that’s sturdy, but easy to move.
• The Titan Plus has exceptional edge support, allowing you to spread all the way out and utilize the entire surface of your bed.

Cons of the Titan Plus Mattress

• As a firm mattress (we gave it a 7.5 out of 10 on our mattress firmness scale), it probably isn’t going to be a great fit for average weight side sleepers looking for a contouring feel.

Sleep Number m7 vs Titan Plus

Similarities

Responsive feel with no pillow top

Exceptional edge support

Supportive enough for a neutral spinal alignment

Differences

The Titan Plus is specifically for heavy people

The Titan Plus is significantly less expensive

Ready to try out the Titan Plus? Click here to get the best deal on the mattress and here for the best deal on the base. You can also learn more in our full Titan Plus mattress review and our Brooklyn Bedding Ascension Luxe Adjustable Power Base review.

What is a Smart Bed?

A smart bed is more than surface sleep on – it’s a mattress that adjusts to your personal sleep needs, gathers health data, and includes various degrees of technology. These beds are the “choose your own adventure” option of the mattress world, as you can adjust the settings to create the perfect sleeping sanctuary.

Smart beds are able to gather data about the sleeper, such as their heart rate, body temperature, and movement. When the mattress senses something abnormal, such as the sleeper overheating, it can automatically activate cooling technology without waking the sleeper up. In addition, these beds often allow users to adjust their head and leg elevation, so you can raise or lower yourself until you find the perfect angle. If the bed detects snoring, it might automatically raise the head and place the sleeper in a more optimal breathing position. This is a great feature for anyone with sleep apnea.

While most mattresses fall somewhere between 1 to 10 on our mattress firmness scale (where 1 is the softest and 10 is the firmest), some smart beds allow you to adjust the firmness to whatever your heart – and sleep preference – desires. You may want to preset the mattress’s firmness and stick with that or set it so that the smart bed adjusts its firmness based on the data it’s collecting.

Some couples looking for a smart bed choose to purchase a split mattress. This lets each person independently control their side of the bed without affecting their partner. This is an appealing choice for couples with different sleeping positions, firmness preferences, or general sleep habits.

Things to Consider Before Buying a Sleep Number Alternative

There are a number of things to keep in mind when deciding between a Sleep Number bed and something from another brand. Let’s go over a few of them.

Firmness

Budget

You might have guessed that smart beds are generally more expensive than classic or even luxury mattresses. Because these beds contain so much technology, they won’t be great options for shoppers trying to stay within a strict budget. Most smart beds go for thousands of dollars. However, pairing one of the mattresses on this list with an adjustable base is a cheaper way to get the smart bed experience.

How much you’re willing to spend on a mattress is entirely up to you, and we can’t make that decision for you. But, we can provide you with our general rule of thumb for how mattresses are priced and how much common mattress materials typically cost.

If you’re trying to stay within a specific budget, there are ways to get these mattresses for a bit cheaper. Check out our guide to the best time to buy a mattress for some tips on when mattresses are usually on sale. We also have a page of Sleepopolis mattress coupons and promo codes to help you get the best deal. You can also check out our roundups for the best cheap mattresses and the best mattresses for the money.

Sleep-Tracking

One of the most unique traits about Sleep Number is that their mattresses track your sleeping patterns, and then adjust themselves based on the data. Some of the sleep number alternatives on this list allow you to adjust the firmness, and you can customize your sleeping angle when you pair them with an adjustable base. However, Sleep Number is currently dominating the game when it comes to mattresses that collect sleep data. If having a mattress that can collect sleep data is important to you, then you should opt for Sleep Number.

Keep in mind that a smart bed is not the only way to track your sleep data. There are a variety of gadgets on the market that are designed to track your sleep and report back to you in the morning. Some trackers are designed to be worn to bed, such as the WHOOP 4.0 bracelet and the Oura Ring. There are also specialized sleep tracking mats you can place under your mattress, like the Withings Sleep Tracking Mat, and apps you can download on your phone, like the RISE App. With devices like these, you can track your sleep without purchasing a smart bed.

Cooling

Even though it’s easy to find a cooling mattress that’s not a smart bed, a Sleep Number mattress actually has the ability to alter its temperature based on how hot and cold you are. Once again, it comes down to what level of technology if you want. If you want something that just sleeps cool on its own, a standard cooling mattress is probably fine. But if you want something that can adapt to your ever-changing needs, go for Sleep Number.

Device Compatability

Sleep Number mattresses all have the ability to connect to your smartphone or other device. Still, you’ll want to verify that the technology you’re using is compatible, so be sure to check Sleep Number’s website and the product specs before purchasing.

Trial Period

Even a non-smart bed is a big investment, so it’s important to check out a mattress’s trial period before purchasing. You may want something that you can test out for at least 100 nights (or maybe even a year), just so you can make sure it’s the right purchase for you. Most beds have this info listed right on their site.

Motion Isolation

Types of mattresses

When searching for a new mattress, there are many different materials to consider. Innerspring mattresses contain a thin layer of foam at the top but use steel coils as the main material. These beds are typically very supportive, have a bit of bounce, and are breathable. All-foam mattresses contain no coils and are constructed with layers of foam. These beds usually provide a decent amount of sinkage and pressure relief depending on the foam’s firmness. Hybrid mattresses combine layers of foam with coils to create a balance between pressure relief and support. Latex mattresses are naturally cooling, hypoallergenic, and bouncy. The best material for you is largely dependent on your sleeping position, body type, and individual feel preferences. For more information on mattress construction, check out our complete guide to the different types of mattresses.

Smart Beds vs Adjustable Base

It’s important to know that smart beds are different from adjustable bases, although you can definitely pair an adjustable base with a non-adjustable mattress to give yourself more customization. The biggest difference is that a smart bed changes its firmness, angle, and other features depending on how you’re sleeping. With an adjustable base, you can usually just change the angle of the mattress, and that often has to be done manually with a remote control.

That said, adjustable bases are still luxurious accessories. They sometimes even have posh features such as a massage function, soothing LED lights underneath, and ports for charging your devices.

Pros of Sleep Number Alternatives

• The technology is truly impressive, and many sleepers can really benefit from a bed that adapts to them.
• Sleepers struggling with chronic pain may appreciate the mattress’s ability to adjust itself depending on their preferences and health stats.
• Hot sleepers and sleepers with mobility issues should also appreciate the customizability of Sleep Number and how quickly the bed can change to fit their needs.

Cons of Sleep Number Alternatives

• In general, Sleep Number mattresses are a lot more expensive than most other beds.
• Not everyone is going to want to deal with all that technology. If you prefer to keep it simple, we recommend going with a Sleep Number bed alternative.
• A Sleep Number bed is going to be more complicated to set up. You’ll also have to sync it with your devices, plus there’s always a chance that you’ll encounter technical issues and have to troubleshoot.

Who Should Buy a Sleep Number Alternative?

• Budget-Conscious Shoppers: Sleep Number beds are often more expensive due to their adjustable technology. If you’re looking for a more affordable option that still provides good comfort and support, you might prefer high-quality memory foam or hybrid mattresses from brands like Helix, Bear, or Nectar. These options can offer significant cost savings while still meeting your comfort needs.
• Sleepers Who Prefer Memory Foam or Hybrid Mattresses: If you enjoy the contouring and pressure relief that memory foam or hybrid beds provide, a mattress from brands like Bear, Saatva, or Helix might be more to your liking. These alternatives can offer excellent support and comfort without the need for adjustability.
• Sleepers Wanting Simplicity and No Tech: If you want a straightforward, no-fuss mattress without the need for adjusting firmness settings, a traditional innerspring mattress or a bed-in-a-box option can be ideal. These mattresses are typically easier to set up and maintain, and they offer a range of comfort levels to suit different preferences. Brands like Saatva for innerspring and Casper for bed-in-a-box options are popular choices.

FAQs

Is a Sleep Number mattress worth it?

It really depends on your budget and your comfort with technology. Sleep Number beds are extremely expensive, but if you can afford it, they really do offer a wide range of customization that allows you to choose from a near endless amount of firmness levels. Having the ability to change your mattress’s firmness can also help out with issues such as back pain and getting more contouring when you need it.

However, these mattresses are not going to be within everyone’s price range. They’re also made with complex technology that isn’t going to come naturally to everybody. There may be a bit of a learning curve after purchasing.

What is a less expensive Sleep Number alternative?

A Sleep Number alternative offers some of the benefits of a Sleep Number bed, but without all of the bells and whistles and high price point. For instance, Brooklyn Bedding offers several different firmness levels for many of their mattresses. Although that’s not the same level of customization as Sleep Number, it still gives you some options. All of the mattresses on this list are going to be less expensive than most Sleep Number beds, although some may get to around the same price if you add an adjustable base for further flexibility.

We’ve also chosen a few options that do offers the same adjustability of a Sleep Number bed, such as the Emma Shift and Saatva Solaire. Although these mattresses are still expensive, they’re not as pricey as many of the Sleep Number options.

What should you look for in a Sleep Number alternative?

First, consider your sleeping position and firmness preference, then select a mattress that fulfills both of those parameters. From there, hone in on more specific factors such as price, warranty, sleep trial, etc.

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, motion isolation, support, and more. We also factor in brand performance with categories such as value and warranty.

Because side sleepers put the most pressure on their shoulders and hips, we paid special attention to our pressure map test. None of the products included here are likely to put added pressure on these areas. Click here to learn more about our methodology. And if you’re still not sure of the right mattress, you can take our mattress quiz to be shown a selection of mattresses curated to your sleep preferences.

Best Sleep Number Alternatives 2024

Mattress	Best For	Price (Queen Size)	Coupon	Review
Nectar Premier	Sleep Number P Series Alternative	$1,499	Nectar Coupon	Read Our Review
Helix Sunset Luxe	Sleep Number c4 Alternative	$2,373	Helix Coupon	Read Our Review
Nolah Signature	Sleep Number iLE Limited Edition Alternative	$1,799	Nolah Coupon	Read Our Review
Bear Star Hybrid	Sleep Number pSE Alternative	$1,998	Bear Coupon	Read Our Review
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe	Sleep Number i8 Alternative	$2,265	Brooklyn Bedding Coupon	Read Our Review
Saatva Solaire	Sleep Number C Series Alternative	$3,745	Saatva Coupon	Read Our Review
Titan Plus	Sleep Number m7 Alternative	$1,249	Brooklyn Bedding Coupon	Read Our Review

Dan Caffrey

Senior Performance Editor

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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