12 Best Mattresses Reviewed (2021): Casper, Nectar, and More

A mattress purchase is a big deal: It’s an investment, and it’s the foundation of your sleep for years—which is why familiarizing yourself with the best mattresses (and mattress brands) should be the first step when picking out a new mattress. We’ve started the legwork for you. AD staffers have put several leading mattress brands to the test, and ahead, they’ll report on their experiences. There’s a different model out there for everyone, as these pro mattress-testing editors have noted. Find out what they loved about these mattresses, and what (if anything) they were still left wanting.

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Leesa

Reviewer: Audrey Lee, commerce writer

What stands out about this mattress brand to you?

Leesa is one of the original pioneers of the bed-in-box movement, and you can tell being in the mattress space for so long has allowed the brand to really hone its craft and create a genuinely great product. My Leesa mattress still feels as nice as the day I got it (I’ve been sleeping on it for a little over a year), and it’s definitely a testament to the brand’s commitment to quality. I also appreciate that the company contributes to charity and recognizes the importance of giving back, outlined in its One-Ten initiative which provides one mattress to a family in need for every 10 sold.

What mattress do you have?

Leesa Studio Mattress.

What do you love about this mattress?

The Studio is Leesa’s quote-unquote budget-friendly option, though you would never know because it certainly doesn’t feel like it. The mattress has three layers of foam that hug your body in a way that’s ultra-supportive while providing excellent pressure relief to boot. I tend to move around in my sleep, ultimately landing on my side, so in addition to solid motion isolation, the Studio’s all-foam construction supplies a nice amount of give without being too soft for my taste.

If you could change anything about it, what would it be?

One thing the Leesa does lack is edge support—you can’t exactly sit on any of the corners or edges without sinking down. But that being said, I’ve been able to roll comfortably from one end to the other without feeling like I was about to fall off.

How does this mattress compare to other mattresses you’ve slept on?

Before the Studio I slept on mainly spring mattresses, but it’s safe to say I’m a foam convert now—it's one of the best mattresses I've ever had the pleasure of sleeping on.

Would you buy from this mattress brand again?