What are the best mattresses around $300?

3

Options
Considered

22

User
Recs.

Apr 16, 2018

Last
Updated

Here’s the Deal

3 Options Considered

Best mattresses around $300	Price	Weight	Dimensions
86 Zinus Memory Foam 12 Inch Green Tea Mattress	$289+	67 pounds	80 x 60 x 12 inches
-- LUCID 10 Inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress	$239.99+	55 pounds	80 x 60 x 10 inches
-- Signature Sleep Memoir 12 Inch Memory Foam Mattress	$332.95+	68.2 pounds	80 x 60 x 12 inches

Zinus Memory Foam 12 Inch Green Tea Mattress

Top Pro

Good value for your money

This is one of the most affordable foam mattresses on the market. You get it directly from the factory so the price is low. The price starts at $149 for the twin size, and it has a lot of the same features as the more expensive options. See More

Top Con

Slow to completely expand

You need to wait 48-72 hours for the mattress to fully expand. In some cases, it will take up to a week for the mattress to completely return to its original plush shape. See More

Specs

Weight:67 pounds

Dimensions:80 x 60 x 12 inches

Sizes:Twin, Full, Queen, King, California King

Mattress Layers:3 inches Memory Foam + 3 inches of Pressure Relieving Comfort Foam + 6 inches High-density Base Support Foam

Top Pro

Good motion isolation

This is a nice option if you tend to move a lot when you sleep or you like getting up in the middle of the night. You won't disturb your partner's sleep. The memory foam will absorb your every movement. See More

Top Pro

Suitable for people who like a fresh smelling mattress

One great feature of this mattress is that it's infused with green tea extract. This is to prevent any bad smell from building up in the mattress. As a result, your bed maintains a fresh smell even after a long period of time. See More

Top Pro

Great for back and side sleepers

It has 3 inches of soft memory foam. This offers pressure relieving support and good contouring experience. It conforms to the natural shape of your body which feels like you're cradled as you sleep. Its foam is very comfortable to lie on whether you sleep on your back or on your side. See More

Top Pro

Great for medium weight people

If you weigh less than 200 pounds, you'll find this mattress comfortable to sleep on and you won't sink too much. It will also hold up and not sag even after using it for a long time. See More

LUCID 10 Inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress

Add Video or Image

Top Pro

Safe to use

This mattress passed independent testing and is CertiPur-US certified. See More

Top Con

Difficult to move

This mattress weighs 55 pounds and weighs more than traditional memory foam mattresses. It will be quite heavy when you need to arrange your mattress. See More

Specs

Weight:55 pounds

Dimensions:80 x 60 x 10 inches

Sizes:Twin, Twin XL, Full, Full XL, Queen, Olympic Queen, Short/RV Queen, King, California King

Mattress Layers:2.5 inches Gel Memory Foam +7.5 inches High Density Support Foam

Top Pro

Long 10-year warranty

You're guaranteed on getting a quality product. For any defects on materials or workmanship, they will either repair, replace, or give you a refund. See More

Top Pro

Easy to carry and unpack when delivered

This mattress will arrive at your house compressed in a box. As a result, carrying to your bedroom and unrolling it will be easy. See More

Top Pro

Great for those who want a cool memory foam bed

You will still have the benefits of a memory foam mattress but this has a gel-infused foam that will feel cooler. Also, its mattress cover is a Tencel fabric designed to improve breathability. It helps create an airy layer that brings more comfort while you sleep. See More

Top Pro

Affordable

You can buy this at a low price since this mattress comes directly from the manufacturer. There's no large retail markup. See More

Top Pro

Great in relieving body pain

It has a responsive open cell memory foam. It conforms to the shape of your body and supports your pressure points. See More

Signature Sleep Memoir 12 Inch Memory Foam Mattress

Top Pro

Great for stomach sleepers

This is a firm mattress so you'll "float" on its surface and not sink a lot. It's a good option for those who like sleeping on their stomachs since it will be able to keep your spine aligned. See More

Top Con

Strong initial smell

When you first unpack this mattress, you'll notice a strong chemical smell. You need to air it out for 72 hours for it to dissipate. See More

Specs

Weight:68.2 pounds

Dimensions:80 x 60 x 12 inches

Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King

Mattress Layers: 3.5 inches Memory Foam + 8.5 inches High Density Foam

Top Pro

Great for those who want a memory foam mattress with firm support

This mattress has 8.5 inches of 9 ILD (Indentation Load Deflection) high-density foam. In the firmness range, 10 is the most firm. See More

Top Con

Too firm for side sleepers and people of average weight

This mattress has a firm high density base foam. It can be too firm for people who are on the lighter side and for those who like to sleep on their side. See More

Request recommendations from the community

Explore Related Questions

Help millions of people make better decisions.

Each month, over 2.8 million people use Slant to find the best products and share their knowledge. Pick the tags you’re passionate about to get a personalized feed and begin contributing your knowledge.