The Best Mattresses For Kids, Tested In Our Own Homes (2025)

Whether you’re picking your child’s first big kid bed or upgrading a tween’s sleep setup, we found the best kids mattress to suit nearly every sleep style, from sweaty kiddos to restless sleepers who spin in figure eights all night. In addition to enlisting a panel of parent (and child) testers, I tried a number of these mattresses with my own trio of kids. I also got expert guidance from the Forbes Vetted sleep team, who’ve quite literally slept on hundreds of mattresses. Needless to say, I’m happy to guide you through the mattress selection process, and below, you’ll find my favorite picks that emerged after thorough review. From the Avocado Eco Organic Kids bed, my choice for the best mattress for kids overall, to the Bear Cub Kids, which makes a terrific first bed, there’s an option on here for every sleep style and budget.

Dr. Logan Greenblatt, a general pediatrician at Staten Island University Hospital, part of Northwell Health in New York, says that while infants need a firm mattress to ensure safe sleep guidance and to prevent SIDS, comfort can be prioritized with toddlers and older children. “You can start purchasing a slightly softer mattress as they become toddlers, or medium-firm,” he explains. “As they get older you start considering their own comfort and their own individual needs, so at age 8, 9, 10 and the teenage years is when a softer type mattress might feel better to them.”

To determine which mattresses to test, I leaned heavily on more natural beds and those designed for kids and families. Multiple pediatricians, including Greenblatt, told us to prioritize organic and natural materials like cotton, wool and latex in children’s beds to minimize their exposure to potential toxins and to contribute to a safer, cleaner sleep environment. None of the picks below contain fiberglass, another potential irritant that is sometimes used as a fire retardant. After determining which models meet our material standards, we sent mattresses out to a variety of parents and caregivers with kids ranging in age from 2 to 12 to see how they hold up in real life. Keep in mind that all prices below are based on twin mattresses.

This is the bed I recommend first to anyone searching for a kids mattress. It’s a hybrid bed, meaning it relies on hundreds (704) of recycled steel-spring coils for strong support and for durability. A 1-inch layer of GOLS-certified organic Dunlop latex foam provides the comfort layer instead of memory foam, and coils and latex work together to provide good edge support. The mattress uses mostly certified organic materials and is free from many potential irritants and less-than-great things for our environment, including chemical flame retardants, PFAS (forever chemicals), fiberglass and so on.

The company, Avocado, has a more transparent supply chain than is typical of the mattress industry—with practices like fully traceable latex harvesting in India and Guatemala. It’s a certified B Corp, and it has racked up numerous additional eco-bona fides like a rare EWG Verified seal and Made Safe, too.

Firm, Comfortable Support With None Of The Yucky Stuff

But how does it sleep? Because it’s a hybrid bed and relies on natural materials like latex, wool and cotton, it stays cooler than the average memory foam mattress, and the combination of coils and Dunlop latex provide a medium-firm sleeping surface that my back-sleeping, snoring son appreciates. It feels softer to me as a bigger human, but not in a bad way, and the organic cotton cover is soft to the touch. He sleeps incredibly well in this bed ever since I replaced his old (much cheaper) twin Linespa innerspring mattress with a full-size Avocado Eco Organic bed—and given his asthma and dust and mold allergies, I do appreciate its cleaner profile and use of more natural materials like wool, cotton and latex (rubber).

I do want to point out that like most kid mattresses, this is not a tall bed at 7 inches high—and it only supports up to 115 pounds, a weight many kids reach in their teen years. So this is perfectly designed to support kids, meaning those ages 2 to 10 or so. If you are shopping for an 8-year-old (and up), I recommend purchasing the adult version of the Avocado Eco Organic, which is 10 inches tall, to get more mileage out of it, or at least the 10 years expected of most mattresses. This kid bed isn’t flippable, which might not work for all families.

The Helix Kids Mattress is a true kid bed that hits all the right notes for their first big kid mattress. It’s a hybrid, combining memory foam and steel coils, for durable and firmer support that allows airflow between the layers. The Helix Kids is also flippable, with a firmer side of the mattress, which is suggested for kids ages 3 to 7, and a slightly more plush side that’s suggested for kids ages 8 to 12. This means you could truly buy this bed as soon as your tot transitions out of the crib and the toddler bed, so around age 3 and keep it until they’re ready for their teen mattress.

Excellent Comfort With Kid-Friendly Design

One of our testers used this mattress for just that purpose, and her toddler son has been sleeping well on the Helix Kids for several years now. She rates it a 10 out of 10 on the comfort scale and says he’s an incredibly restless sleeper but never jolts awake in the Helix. Despite its plant-based water-repellent finish, our tester did note that it got a potty training stain, and while the edge support is excellent at the perimeters, it’s a bit lackluster at the head where the parent slips off the bed during story time.

The Helix Kids memory foam is CertiPUR-US certified, meaning it’s free of select toxins like formaldehyde, banned phthalates and ozone depleters and that it has lower volatile organic compounds (VOCs). It also carries the Greenguard Gold certification, another sign that it has fewer off-gassing issues. But it doesn’t hold any of the organic certifications or additional certifications like a Made Safe, so natural bed fans might want to look elsewhere. The brand does state that it is fiberglass free. (Read more about what all those mattress certifications really mean from our sleep experts.)

The Birch Kids Natural Mattress is one of the more underrated beds on the market. It uses certified organic materials without any foams or questionable additions to its mattress, making it a higher-end, cleaner mattress. It has kid-focused features like the flippable design and an ideal loft for children at 8 inches, yet a higher than average weight capacity of 500 pounds.

Responsive Latex, Organic And Kid-Friendly Features

Birch relies on Talalay latex for its comfort layer on its softer side of the mattress, which my side-sleeping daughter greatly appreciated. Talalay feels a bit softer and more responsive than Dunlop latex, so it really hugs her body and cushions pressure points in a way that left her feeling less achy in the morning. (Of course, fewer aches might also be related to removing her Ikea mattress. It was fine for a few years, but expired in about six years with a literal crater in the middle of it.) The Dunlop in the Avocado mattress feels a bit firmer overall than the Birch, which works well for my son who sleeps on his back more often and needs that stronger lumbar support.

This bed is generally recommended for ages 3 to 12, so if you have an older child or tween who you know would like a softer bed, I’d suggest the Birch Natural Mattress instead. It’s a similar bed but taller and not flippable, making it better for tweens, teens and adults. I found the edge support excellent at the perimeters but too soft at the head, so you might want to place the Birch mattress on a frame with a headboard. There wasn’t any odor with this mattress upon delivery.

The Saatva Youth mattress feels like a big kid bed with its lofty height of 10 inches (most kids mattresses are 7 or 8 inches) and its polished and firm structure. It combines innerspring coils and zoned lumbar support to ensure kids feel that lifted support throughout the mattress, but particularly at the lower back. Given its height, this might not be the first bed you want to start your child off with, though our tester’s 4-year-old felt like a queen atop it—and her mom raved about it as one of the most comfortable kids beds she had tested after trying half a dozen with her four children. She did describe it as more firm than others and she could feel some pressure build up on her side at times. The brand suggests its Youth bed works for children ages 3 to 12.

This mattress is flippable, with one side softer and the other firmer. It carries only the CertiPUR-US certification, so it could leave organic fans wanting. It contains a water-resistant finish and a botanical microbial that some may like and others might prefer be left off their kid’s bed. Our tester also appreciated the complimentary white glove delivery and mattress removal and reported no odor upon setup.

This GOTS and GOLS certified organic hybrid kids mattress carries a number of additional certifications that makes it truly nontoxic and a cleaner bed than most, including the MadeSafe seal. The My Green Mattress Pure Eco Organic Kids bed is similar to the Avocado Eco Organic Kids mattress in that regard; it’s also not flippable like the Avocado and they have a similar medium-firm feel with a comfort layer of Dunlop latex.

Easier Sleeping On An Organic Mattress With Strong Support

Our tester praised the bed’s edge support and feel and called it a great choice for families who prioritize natural materials. She thought it was a good firmness for growing kids who might not want to sleep on an extra firm bed but need strong support and said that it cradled her pressure points. She also liked its higher weight limit of 400 pounds, so the whole family could enjoy story time together on it. It does lack waterproofing but a mattress protector solves that issue.

This is a high-quality, well-constructed bed with nearly 900 pocketed coils that has strong support throughout the bed, including at its perimeters—and it has a generous sleep trial and warranty, meaning families can likely pass this bed down to the next child before it expires.

The innerspring Naturepedic 2-in-1 Organic Kids Waterproof (makers of one of our favorite crib mattresses) is flippable, giving families two options. One side has a waterproof layer made from sugarcane and a firmer surface, so this side of the mattress is likely best for younger children, including those still in overnight diapers. The other side has a softer comfort layer with organic cotton and micro-coils positioned above the main innerspring unit and a quilted organic cover.

There are no polyurethane foams in this bed, no flame retardants, vinyl, polyvinyl chloride (PVC)—and it’s certified vegan. This is a clean, natural bed that’s more firm and relies on its innerspring units for support. It may not provide enough cushioning for older children or side sleepers, but it can support more than 300 pounds and has a durable build and 25-year warranty, so we expect it to last a long time.

A Few Drawbacks

Although it’s a natural bed, carrying some of the rarer and better certifications like EWG Verified and Made Safe, our tester was turned off by a strong clay odor when she unboxed it. The smell lasted longer than expected even after a fan was deployed to remove it from the room. She also found it lacked edge support, which worried her that kids would roll off the bed. Finally, she noted it was harder to carry up the stairs than some of the other kids mattresses, though this is often the case of the higher quality beds, which tend to be heavier.

This diminutive 6-inch memory foam mattress from Brooklyn Bedding makes an ideal top bunk bed mattress or a first bed for toddlers and preschoolers. Its lower height shouldn’t be too intimidating to little kids and both our panel testers report it sleeps firmer than some but remains cozy and comfortable, especially for their young children. We liked it for its overall value: its foam is CertiPUR-US verified to not contain the worst offenders, and it comes with a reasonable sleep trial and warranty, generous weight capacity and an extra affordable price.

Suitable Firmness, Size And Comfort For The Youngest Sleepers

Because it is constructed solely from memory foam, it may not last as long as a hybrid bed that relies on a combination of springs and memory foam or latex. That’s okay for a first bed, in a bunk or on a trundle used for sleepovers and other infrequent guests. It is not flippable, so there’s just one firmness level to select from but memory foam tends to be a crowd-pleaser in terms of feel and our panelists confirmed their kids slept well on it.

“I would consider buying this bed again if I had another child,” says one tester with a 3 1/2 year old. “It’s comfortable and seems like it will hold up well.” He also appreciated the fiberglass-free statement from the brand and the “reasonable cost.” A water spill was easily wiped up, according to another tester, thanks to the stain and water-resistant finish.

The Bear Cub mattress feels like that just right find when shopping for a child’s first bed and you’re not quite sure what to pick. It’s a hybrid combining two layers of comfy foam on top of 6-inch, individually wrapped springs. It’s a smidge taller than some of its competitors at 8.5 inches, though not as high as the Saatva. While it isn’t an organic bed and it does contain memory foam, the Bear Cub also carries the CertiPUR-US and Greenguard Gold certifications to ensure fewer VOCs are mixing with your child in bed. There’s a bit of a synthetic smell when first unboxing it, but it dissipated within the day.

A Starter Kids Mattress That Hits Most Of The Right Notes

It’s a bit softer than other kids mattresses, but I think this ends up working well for a variety of types of sleepers and kids who do tend to flop about a lot at night. Its motion isolation is surprisingly good and the pressure relief feels good at the hips. Our tester felt it might sink in a bit too much at their back for those who sleep exclusively on their backs.

The Bear Cub is a solid choice for a child’s first bed. It’s more affordable than the highest tier of mattresses but an ideal height, lifetime warranty and offers the winning hybrid construction.

How We Tested Kids Mattresses

The testing process included ample preliminary research and was followed by a formal testing process in which members of a testing panel evaluated each contender based on specific criteria.

Research

Before gathering mattresses to test, I embarked on a lengthy research process. I sought out mattresses made just for kids, browsed bestsellers as well as beds from top and lesser-known brands, and compared materials and features to find a pool of models I felt were worth testing.

• Materials: I scrutinized the materials used to make each bed and any certifications, and any that include fiberglass were removed from the running. In general, I favored natural mattresses with fewer synthetic materials after speaking with experts who advised us to do so.
• Weight capacity: I noted the weight capacities of each mattress to help gauge age-appropriateness as well as longevity. With some contenders on this list holding up to 500 pounds, several of my picks are suitable for kids to use well into their teenage years. Some options, including the Avocado Eco Organic Kids bed, have lower weight capacities (in this case, 115 pounds) making them a better choice for younger children.
• Sleep trials and warranties: I took sleep trials into account, as well as warranties; some sleep trials are as long as a full year, and some warranties last the lifetime of the bed, which adds to its value. Not only does this ensure that your kid (and you) is comfortable with their new bed, but it ensures some protection of your investment, should the mattress start to fall apart prematurely.

Testing And Scoring

As we rated mattresses, we considered all of these attributes during scoring, so a more natural bed with a longer warranty and extra certifications might be scored better than an all memory foam mattress with a short warranty. Whether or not a bed is flippable or has other kid-friendly features also factors into its overall rating, as well as overall value based on the price and features.

Of course, we also considered how well kids actually sleep on each mattress, based on the feedback from real-world testing in panelists’ homes with children. We asked all testers who received a bed to rate each mattress on the following:

• Moving/unboxing it
• Odor when first unboxed
• Edge support at perimeters
• Pressure relief (does pressure build up when sleeping on back, side, stomach?)
• Comfort
• Cooling (does it sleep hot?)
• Motion isolation (does your child startle themselves awake in this bed?)

How To Select The Best Mattress For Kids

If you’re just starting the selection process, I recommend to first consider your kid’s age and potentially their sleep position, and going from there. In addition to following our expert recommendations below, you can reference our extensive explainer on choosing the best mattress for children.

Your Child’s Age

If your child is young and just graduating from the crib mattress, whether on a toddler bed or in the crib, you’ll likely want to prioritize a kid mattress, meaning one that is made just for children like those on this list. It’ll likely have a lower height of between 6 and 8 inches, which can make it easier to climb onto (and hopefully reduce long falls to the floor from too high a bed).

It might also have a different level of firmness on either side of the mattress, which can extend the time your child enjoys the bed. Kids might prefer the firmer side when they’re little and more accustomed to an extra firm crib mattress, but you’ll have the option to flip to the softer side as they grow. Dr. Greenblatt suggests kids ages 8 and up might prefer the softer side—and I’ve certainly found this to be true of my children as well.

Bed Size

Most children’s mattresses come in a twin, twin XL (a longer bed) or a full size. I personally love the full size for young kids if you have the space, because it allows for story time together in the bed as they fall asleep. When we gave my 4-year-old a full mattress after graduating from her crib mattress on a toddler bed, she was very comfortable and not at all concerned about the height or size of the bed; in fact she loved sprawling out on its larger surface. My older kids also enjoy extra space to stretch their now longer limbs in as they grew up and into tweens. But a twin bed can really maximize your floor space. I had all three of my kids in one bedroom when they were young with a twin-over-twin bunk bed and a crib.

Mattress Firmness And Comfort

Many of the kids beds recommended on this list have something unique to children’s mattresses: They’re flippable with different firmness levels on either side of the bed. This gives children an opportunity to select the firmness they prefer—and the flexibility to change their minds as they grow.

Many mattress brands also like to suggest their beds have the right support for “spinal health,” but Greenblatt points out that this isn’t really a factor in growth for children. “I don't think there’s data out there that shows an increased risk of scoliosis because of a too soft a mattress…They’re growing and so a healthy diet, the right nutrition and exercise is just as important as sleep,” he says.

Only infants need an extra firm bed for safe sleep. Instead, he says kids ages 3 to 7 are ready for a bed that’s softer than the extra firm crib mattress, and tweens and teens can let parents know what’s most comfortable for them. “For ages 3 to 7, I would recommend a slightly softer mattress but on the firmer side,” he explains. “And then after 7 and into their adolescence is when you can start prioritizing their own comfort needs because nothing’s worse than a teenager who doesn't get a good night's sleep.”

The other thing to consider when trying to select the right firmness in a kids mattress is your child’s sleep position. Side sleepers often prefer a more plush, soft bed that cradles their hips and shoulders while back and stomach sleepers need a firmer bed that supports them in the lumbar spine and other areas.

Mattress Type

Mattresses typically fall into one of three categories: memory foam, innerspring and hybrid beds. Each is made with different materials, which means each type of bed might feel differently during sleep and behave differently. For example, an innerspring mattress is going to feel bouncier than a memory foam bed that sinks in a bit more. Memory foam mattresses are known to sleep a bit hotter, because there is less space for airflow whereas innerspring and hybrid mattresses sleep cooler, in general. However, each individual brand’s mattress is going to feel unique depending on its specific construction, design and the materials used. Some hybrid beds rely on foam for their comfort layer while others rely on natural materials like latex or rubber and wool and cotton—all three of the latter offer natural cooling properties.

Materials

Based on my research (and experience), I would look for organic materials and lower VOC certifications. I included a breakdown of finding nontoxic kids mattresses below, but in a nutshell, Greenblatt recommends “sticking with organic cottons and natural rubbers” to “limit exposure” to things like phthalates and lead and other potentially damaging toxins. “There’s concern that an increased concentration of phthalates in certain products can possibly make it into our own system and could be, say, endocrine disruptors or could have complications with reproduction later in life or development as well...[so] doing our best to limit our exposure and, therefore, purchasing products that are, say, 100% organic cotton, et. cetera are something to be prioritized.”

Delivery

It’s worth considering how easily you can move a new mattress into the room of your choice. Does the brand offer white glove delivery? Removal of your old bed? These are convenient features worth considering even if it costs you a fee. Personally, I happily pay an additional fee if it means I don’t need to injure myself getting a bed from the bottom of my driveway and onto a frame on the second floor of my house. Consider how heavy the bed is if you’ll need to move it into place yourself, but also in terms of changing your child’s sheets or moving rooms.

Sleep Trial And Warranty

A longer sleep trial and a longer (and more encompassing) warranty are important to consider. The brands offering longer warranties tend to deliver on more durable mattresses. A longer sleep trial means your little one has more time to consider whether or not it’s the right bed for them, too. Take a closer look at details on the sleep trial. Some brands do accept your bed return but may charge a flat return fee and others only let you swap out your mattress for another one time per address.

Cost

Mattresses made with higher quality materials, such as organic cotton, wool and latex, and those made in the U.S. are likely to cost more than the average bed. I fully admit to searching for the cheapest mattress before I knew what it takes to build a durable, cleaner and nontoxic mattress (we are now a family of five, so that’s a lot of beds to buy). But now, I’d advise families to purchase the mattress in the upper tier of their budget, whatever that is—and that meets their individual child’s needs. I wouldn’t skimp on the mattress purchase in my children’s rooms if I could to it all again.

An all-memory foam mattress is typically the least expensive kind, because it’s a manmade material that’s less costly to manufacture. An innerspring kids mattress is likely to cost a little less than a hybrid, which has more components with innersprings plus a layer of either memory foam or latex. Organic mattresses tend to cost the most.

Greenblatt also cautions against relying on hand-me-down beds to save on costs, particularly with children, because older ones may not meet current safety standards. “I know there’s going to be a financial component to all of this. It can be hard to prioritize a more expensive mattress over another when it comes down to cost,” he explains. “When it comes to cost and buying used items or getting hand-me-downs from relatives or older siblings, you want to make sure that they’re still compliant with the current regulations because regulations change.”

How To Find A Nontoxic Kids Mattress

Sydney Swanson, a healthy living science analyst on consumer safety science at the Environmental Working Group (EWG) with a speciality in baby and consumer products, prefers parents avoid certain materials in kids mattresses given the amount of time children spend sleeping. For more guidance, you can also peruse the EWG guide to shopping nontoxic mattresses.

Chemicals To Avoid

“We do recommend consumers try to find companies that are transparent with their ingredients and materials,” shares Swanson. “PVCs and vinyl chloride, which contain phthalates and other chemicals linked to asthma and hormone disruption, are commonly used in mattress covers.”

Those chemicals can be easily avoided if the company discloses the cover composition, she says. She also recommends looking for a mattress without any added fragrance or chemical flame retardants, especially something like fiberglass. ​“These flame retardants can cause respiratory irritation damaging the lungs and can irritate the skin and eyes if released into the air if the mattress cover is removed or damaged,” she says.

Be Careful With Foams

Swanson also prefers to avoid polyurethane foam, the common material that makes up comfort layers and memory foam beds. “It’s a petroleum-derived synthetic material that can emit VOCs [volatile organic compounds],” she says. Swanson suggests latex as an alternative material if parents are looking for that same soft, comforting memory foam feel.

Some of the memory foam beds in this list have earned certifications like CertiPUR-US and Greenguard Gold that require foams and beds to be free of the most concerning toxins like formaldehyde, banned phthalates and heavy metals.

Check For Certifications

For peace of mind, check for certifications that are earned through third-party testing (we have a short breakdown below). Not only can these seals help you narrow down a kids mattress based on your priorities—whether its nontoxic substances, organic materials, environmental impact or a combination of the three—they can help you pinpoint the best bed choice for your family that’s also within your budget.

Kids Mattress Certifications At A Glance

To make the cut, each of the beds on this list holds at least one certification, if not several (and they’re ones I’d prioritize). Here, you’ll find a snippet of what each certification mentioned in this story means. For more in-depth information, check out our mattress certification explainer.

• Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS): Certifies that the product is made with 70% to 95% organic fibers, that they were sustainably harvested, and that it is free of harmful substances.
• Oeko-Tex 100: Products are rigorously tested against over 1,000 harmful substances across 100(ish) parameters.
• Greenguard Gold: Checks against over 11,000 chemicals and 360 VOCs, ensuring that emission (also known as off-gassing) levels are safe.
• Certipur-US: Foams with this certification are tested against toxins like formaldehyde, banned phthalates and heavy metals, and they contain low levels of VOCs.
• EWG Verified: Meets strict safety standards put in place by the Environmental Working Group, which include being free of fiberglass, flame retardants, PVCs and PFAS chemicals.
• Made Safe: Ensures products are devoid of over 6,500 banned or restricted substances, and also focuses on protecting natural ecosystems.
• Formaldehyde-Free Claim Verified: Another emission-focused verification, as formaldehyde is a common toxin that pollutes the air.
• Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS): Products must contain at least 95% sustainably sourced raw organic latex—with traceable sourcing—to earn this seal.
• Eco-Institut Certified: Represents testing against toxic chemicals, pollutants and low emissions; the latex certification (mentioned on this list) is for 100% natural latex deemed safe from toxic hazards.
• Forest Stewardship Council (FSC): An environmental seal that represents sustainable, responsible material sourcing.
• Certified B Corp: Another ethical certification that stands for social and environmentally-conscious business practices.
• Certified Climate Neutral: Awarded to companies that work to offset their carbon footprint.

My Expertise

I’m a journalist with 20 years of experience reporting and researching a number of subjects, including consumer safety and products. I have a particular interest and passion for kids and baby gear, toys and sleep products—and have covered the parenting space for the last decade.

As the former baby and kids gear editor at Forbes Vetted and current deputy editor, I’ve spent the last several years closely testing and learning about products that parents and children use daily, from smartwatches to their beds, as well as reviewing and evaluating a wide range of lifestyle products like the WinkBed, a robot vacuum and LED masks.

For this story, I thoroughly researched the marketplace, interviewed pediatric and consumer product experts, dove deep into the meaning behind specific mattress certifications and examined mattress materials and manufacturers closely. I also tested several mattresses in my own home and asked my children for their feedback, and also gathered insights from other kid and parent testers, including other editors on the Forbes Vetted staff.

Why Trust Forbes Vetted

In addition to my background with kids and baby products, the experts on the Forbes Vetted team—as well as two other professionals I reached out to—shared insights to help guide this piece.

• Forbes Vetted’s library of sleep content includes thoroughly researched and tested product recommendations that helped inform this story.
• Senior sleep editor Bridget Chapman, who oversees the mattress and sleep vertical, was also consulted; she’s a certified sleep science coach and prolific mattress tester, having tested and reported on dozens of mattresses in her career.
• Each mattress selection carries at least one safety certification, with our top pick, the Avocado Eco Organic Kids bed, boasting 10 safety and sustainability certifications.
• Every pick on this list was chosen and described based on firsthand insights from Forbes Vetted team members and colleagues.
• Two additional experts were tapped to share their unbiased insights for this story: Dr. Logan Greenblatt, a general pediatrician at Staten Island University Hospital, part of Northwell Health in New York; and Sydney Swanson, a healthy living science analyst on consumer safety science at the Environmental Working Group (EWG) with a speciality in baby and consumer products.
• We regularly revisit this article to update it for accuracy, reevaluate product selections and add testing insights. It was last updated in April 2025 by senior updates editor Karen Tietjen, who’s been updating Forbes Vetted content—including its mattress stories—for over three years. For this round, she added original photography, a section on buying nontoxic mattresses and a certification breakdown.