This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Guide to Sleep, a weeklong focus on everything you need to sleep better. We’ll be featuring new products, tips and exclusive deals all week, so check in every morning to see what’s new.
CNN Underscored is constantly testing products — be it mattresses, cotton sheets or silk pillowcases — to find the absolute best in each respective category.
Our testing process is rigorous, consisting of hours of research — consulting experts, reading editorial reviews and perusing user ratings — to find the top products in each category. Once we settle on a testing pool, we spend weeks — if not months — testing and retesting each product multiple times in real-world settings. All this in an effort to settle on the absolute best products.
Getting consistently good sleep is an integral part of maintaining good health. We’ve tested several hundred products for a good night’s sleep — from mattress toppers to alarm clocks to sleep masks — to find the best products you need to get the rest you require. Here are 61 of our top-rated sleep products we’ve tested.
Mattresses
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Saatva Classic Mattress
Best mattress for back sleepers
The hybrid Saatva Classic Mattress uses a combination of coils and memory foam with a pillow top that provides solid back support. It feels closer to a traditional mattress than a memory foam mattress, so you lie on top rather than sinking in. We also found it doesn’t overheat. It’s available in three firmness levels which are plush soft, luxury firm and firm. Through March 11, CNN Underscored readers who use the link below get an additional $500 off sitewide on orders of $1,000 or more.
$2,095 $1,595 (queen) at Saatva
Helix Sunset Elite Mattress
Best mattress for side sleepers
With a quilted foam pillow top, layers of foam and microcoils on top of a zoned coil base, the Helix Sunset Elite Mattress allowed our body to sink in, relieving pressure points while still being supportive. We found we could sleep on our side longer too, thanks to the soft support.
$3,748 $2,999 (queen) at Helix
Nectar Premier Mattress
Best mattress for stomach sleepers
Stomach sleepers who need a firmer mattress will like the Nectar Premier Memory Foam mattress. Even though the mattress is labeled medium-firm, we found it on the firmer side, which can help stomach sleepers keep their spine aligned. Not to mention this mattress is a great value, coming in at under $1,000 for a queen.
Mattress toppers
Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Mattress Topper
Best mattress topper for pressure relief
The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Mattress Topper provides personalized pressure relief, thanks to its squishy memory foam. It molded to our body while we slept and didn’t cause overheating.
$419 $335 (queen) at Tempur-Pedic
Helix Cool Mattress Topper
Best mattress topper for back pain
The Helix Cool Mattress Topper feels more like a mini mattress with its foam and microcoils. It offered extra-firm support while we slept on it, keeping our back from dipping into the topper and helping prevent backaches.
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Mood Pod Moon Cloud Cover Mattress Topper
Best pillow-top mattress topper
Pillow-top fans will appreciate the unique feel of the Mood Pod Moon Cloud Cover Mattress Topper’s memory foam cluster and microfiber fill. We enjoyed the soft and cushy feel while we slept. Use the CNN-exclusive code CNNSLEEP18 through March 10 to save an additional 18% at Moon Pod.
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Casper Comfy Mattress Topper
Best firm mattress topper
The Casper Comfy Mattress Topper is for those who want a firm feel. Rather than sinking into the foam, we felt like we were lying on top of it, thanks to the firm foam. Through March 10, you can take an additional 5% off sitewide at Casper when you use the CNN-exclusive code CNNSLEEP at checkout.
Lift by Amerisleep Mattress Topper
Best cooling mattress topper
The Lift by Amerisleep Mattress Topper excels in heat dissipation, providing a cool-to-the-touch cover and open-cell memory foam construction. It effectively kept us cool while we slept and prevented heat buildup.
$429 $322 (queen) at Amerisleep
Cotton sheets
L.L.Bean 280-Thread-Count Pima Cotton Percale Sheet Set
Best cotton sheets
The L.L.Bean 280-Thread-Count Pima Cotton Percale Sheet Set is the nicest-feeling sheet set we tried. Breathable and crisp, they’re great at regulating your temperature throughout the night. And the eyelet hem along the top sheet and pillowcases made these sheets feel straight out of a hotel.
Casper Percale Sheets
Best cooling percale sheets
The crispest set we tested, the Casper Percale Sheets are the best we tried for hot sleepers. They are light and airy while wicking away sweat and feel ultra smooth to slip into at night. Through March 10, you can take an additional 5% off sitewide at Casper when you use the CNN-exclusive code CNNSLEEP at checkout.
Brooklinen Classic Core Sheet Set
Best gauzy percale sheets
The Brooklinen Classic Core Sheet Set’s gauzy percale material manages to be softer than others we tried while still effectively cooling. Available in more fun patterns and colors than any other set we tested, they’re ideal for people tired of neutrals or who want to take their bedroom decor up a notch.
$179 $152 (queen) at Brooklinen
Boll & Branch Signature Hemmed Sheet Set
Best luxury sateen sheets
Our hotel-ready recommendation for sateen lovers, the Boll & Branch Signature Hemmed Sheet Set is silky and sumptuous. The sheets are soft to slip into at night and impart a sense of luxury we didn’t get from others we tested. Only available in a broad array of tasteful neutrals, the Boll & Branch sheets are chic and guaranteed to impress.
JCPenney Wrinkle Guard 400-Thread-Count Cotton Sheet Set
Best budget cotton sheets
JCPenney’s Wrinkle Guard cotton sheets are the silkiest sateen we tested. They always look crisp but don’t require ironing, coming out of the laundry completely smooth each time we washed them. With the queen size we tested coming in under $150, the JCPenney sheets offer serious quality for the price.
Linen sheets
Parachute Linen Sheet Set
Best linen sheets
Among the most luxe-feeling sheets we tested, the Parachute Linen Sheet Set has a pleasant weight in hand and a unique texture. These linen sheets come in a broad range of colors and sizes, and each piece in the bedding set is available individually for replacements or to mix and match with other fabrics.
From $209 (queen) at Parachute
The Citizenry Stonewashed Linen Sheet Set
Runner-up for best linen sheets
Light and gauzy but durable, The Citizenry Stonewashed Linen Sheet Set is a master class in stylish rest. Woven in a mill in Portugal from French flax, these linen sheets have deep pockets and an ample top sheet to fit beds of any depth.
Brooklinen Washed Linen Core Sheets
Softest linen sheets
The Brooklinen Washed Linen Core Sheets are soft and light, wicking heat away effectively for people who sleep warm but still regulating heat nicely in cooler climates. Simultaneously high-end and already perfectly worn-in, these linen sheets were delightful from the first touch.
$299 $254 (queen) at Brooklinen
Simple & Opulence 100% Washed Linen Sheet Set
Most affordable linen sheets
The sheets in the Simple & Opulence 100% Washed Linen Sheet Set held their own in comfort and design, with a soft feel out of the box. These linen sheets have a lovely satin-stitched piping along the edge of the top sheet. The set has the weight and hand of much more expensive sheets but come at nearly half the cost.
$137 From $118 (queen) at Amazon
Cultiver Linen Sheet Set
Best luxury linen sheets
Offering the best of all worlds, the Cultiver Linen Sheet Set feels elegant straight out of the box. The sheets’ fit on the bed is impeccable, and they only got softer with repeated washings. Available in more colors than any other linen sheets we tested, these sheets are sure to satisfy nearly any taste or style.
Flannel sheets
Garnet Hill Hemstitched Supima Flannel Bedding
Best flannel sheets
Luxurious without feeling overly thick or too weighty, Garnet Hill offers a delectably comfortable flannel sheet at a mid- to high-end price for queen size (which we tested). These flannels come in a wide variety of colors and sizes, and you can be confident you’re getting a quality product that’ll last for years to come.
L.L.Bean Ultra-Soft Comfort Flannel Sheet Set
Best heavyweight flannel sheets
If you’re sleeping in really cold weather and you want to feel positively bundled, then L.L.Bean makes a weighty flannel sheet for you — and at a competitive price for the level of craftsmanship.
Silk pillowcases
Fishers Finery 25mm 100% Pure Mulberry Silk
Best silk pillowcase
The Fishers Finery pillowcase felt luxuriously silky, fit our pillows perfectly, offered beautiful nights of sleep and were easy to wash and dry, both by hand and in the machine.
$52 $50 at Amazon $65 $50 at Fishers Finery
MYK Silk Natural Silk Pillowcase
Best affordable silk pillowcase
The MYK Silk Natural Silk Pillowcase, featuring silk on one side and white cotton on the other, offered a good fit and restful sleep for about half the price of the Fishers Finery option — though it feels notably less luxurious.
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Lunya Washable Silk Good in Bed Pillowcase
Best luxury silk pillowcase
We couldn’t get enough nights of sleep on the Lunya Washable Silk Pillowcase, it was so pleasant. Lunya’s silk surface case was lavish to the touch, and design details made it feel significantly elevated. And through March 10, CNN readers can score an exclusive 15% sitewide at Lunya with code FOR-CNNSLEEP15.
$78 $66 at Lunya $78 at Nordstrom
The Company Store Company Essentials Silk Pillowcase
A great luxury alternative
The Company Store’s silk pillowcase was the smoothest we tried, with a shiny, satiny feel, and it left our hair the smoothest in the morning. It’s a great alternative to the Lunya, though it is only available in a standard size.
Travel pillows
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Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Neck Pillow
Best travel pillow
The Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Neck Pillow is the Goldilocks of travel pillows: We found it firm enough to support our head and neck, soft enough to fall asleep on and perfectly portable, thanks to its springy memory foam that lets you compress it to half its size. Through March 10, CNN readers can take 20% off Cabeau products priced $19.95 and up sitewide with code CNNSLEEP.
$40 at Amazon $40 $32 at Cabeau
Ostrichpillow Go Neck Pillow
Best splurge travel pillow
The Ostrichpillow Go Neck Pillow will give you a truly luxurious travel experience if you’re a frequent traveler who’s willing to spend a bit more. Unlike traditional U-shaped travel neck pillows, it has full 360-degree memory foam neck support so your head and neck won’t bounce around, and it still compresses down to 60% of its expanded size for easy transport.
$60 at Ostrichpillow $60 at Amazon
Air mattresses
King Koil Luxury Air Mattress
Best air mattress
In addition to providing the most comfortable night’s sleep during testing, the King Koil Luxury Air Mattress uses a built-in pump for quick and convenient inflation and features a raised pillow that helps mimic the feel of a real bed.
$170 $150 (20-inch queen) at Amazon
Body pillows
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Coop Sleep Goods Original Body Pillow
Best body pillow
The Coop Sleep Goods Body Pillow ticked all our boxes for comfort, support, washability, returns and warranty. It was the only body pillow we tested with customizable firmness, which made it a crowd-pleasing winner. The filling can easily be removed or added for personal preference. Take an extra 15% off sitewide at Coop Sleep Goods with exclusive code CNNSLEEP through March 10.
Snuggle-Pedic Body Pillow
Best budget body pillow
The Snuggle-Pedic Body Pillow was the most affordable body pillow we tested, with the shredded memory foam fill giving it a similar feel to the more expensive Bearaby products we tested. The main downside is its slightly lumpy feel and appearance.
Back Support Systems Body Pillow
Best body pillow for back pain
The Back Support Systems Body Pillow wasn’t the most perfect pillow we tried — more on that in our review — but as the name suggests, it was highly effective for easing lower back pain and comfortable enough to sleep with through the night. The only downside is that it doesn’t come with a pillow cover and the matching one will set you back another $40.
From $80 at Back Support Systems From $50 at Amazon
Pillows for back sleepers
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Coop Sleep Goods The Eden
Best pillow for back sleepers
Soft and supportive without feeling too firm, The Eden pillow from Coop Sleep Goods was one of our favorite pillows in testing. The fill can be added or removed to suit different body types and preferences, meaning it should suit almost any back sleeper. Use the CNN-exclusive code CNNSLEEP at checkout to take an extra 15% off sitewide at Coop Sleep Goods through March 10.
$96 From $82 at Coop Sleep Goods $96 at Amazon
Parachute Down-Alternative Pillow
Best down-alternative pillow for back sleepers
Even after many nights of sleeping and multiple washes, the Parachute Down-Alternative Pillow never got lumpy like some other pillows we tested. The fill is soft and squishy, which we found supportive for back sleeping. It also comes in soft, medium and firm densities for those who need more or less support.
Garnet Hill Heirloom European White Goose Down Pillow
Best down pillow for back sleepers
The plush Garnet Hill Heirloom pillow is filled with 100% down, without any crunchy feathers, so it’s quiet and cradles your head with cloudlike comfort, which helps prevent your head from falling to the side. It’s filled with plenty of down, so it doesn’t fall flat during the night, and it comes in soft, medium and firm densities.
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Casper Hybrid Pillow
Best memory foam pillow for back sleepers
With a foam-fill core surrounded by well-ventilated memory foam, the Casper Hybrid Pillow struck a perfect balance between plush and firm. It kept its shape during testing while retaining a soft feel, and we never felt overheated. It comes in low and regular loft to accommodate different preferences. Through March 10, you can take an additional 5% off sitewide at Casper when you use the CNN exclusive code CNNSLEEP at checkout.
$99 From $94 at Casper From $99 at Amazon
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Beckham Hotel Collection
Best budget pillow for back sleepers
The gel-filled Beckham Hotel Collection pillow offers dense, squishy support that we found among the most comfortable in this price range. We loved that it didn’t flatten out during the night, keeping our head supported. Through March 10, you can take 20% off the Memory Foam pillows from Beckham Hotel Collection with code 20CNNSLEEPS at checkout.
Pillows for side sleepers
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Eli & Elm Cooling Side Sleeper
Best pillow for side sleepers
The supportive Eli & Elm Cooling Side Sleeper pillow has a U-shaped cutout that makes room for your shoulder when sleeping on your side. It also cradled our necks well when we slept on our backs, so it’s great for anyone who shifts positions. Take an additional 5% off sitewide at Eli & Elm with code CNNSLEEP through March 10.
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Casper Hybrid Pillow
Best memory foam pillow for side sleepers
The squishy yet supportive Casper Hybrid Pillow offers a better balance between softness and support than other memory foam pillows we tested, and it is well ventilated so you won’t overheat. Through March 10, you can take an additional 5% off sitewide at Casper when you use the CNN exclusive code CNNSLEEP at checkout.
$99 From $94 at Casper From $99 at Amazon
Beckham Hotel Collection
Best pillow for side sleepers on a budget
The affordable Beckham Hotel Collection pillow is just right — not too soft or too firm. The dense fill kept our heads and necks supported through the night. It’s also one of the least expensive pillows we tested. Through March 10, you can take 20% off the Memory Foam pillows from Beckham Hotel Collection with code 20CNNSLEEPS at checkout.
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Coop Sleep Goods Original Body Pillow
A great body pillow for side sleepers
The plush Coop Home Goods Original Body Pillow is long and narrow, giving side sleepers something to hold on to with their arms or legs, and the adjustable fill lets you customize it to your proportions. Use the CNN exclusive code CNNSLEEP at checkout to take an extra 15% off sitewide at Coop Sleep Goods through March 10.
$99 $84 at Coop Sleep Goods $99 at Amazon
Pillows for stomach sleepers
Saatva Latex Pillow
Best pillow for stomach sleepers
The Saatva Latex Pillow was a favorite during testing — supportive enough while squishy and malleable, in the best way. The outer layer is filled with down-alternative fibers, and a removable inner core made of shredded latex is completely encased so the fill doesn’t spill out.
Brooklinen Marlow Pillow
Best firm pillow for stomach sleepers
For stomach sleepers who prefer a firm pillow, the Brooklinen Marlow Pillow has a dense yet light feel with plenty of support.
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Casper Hybrid Pillow
Best soft pillow for stomach sleepers
While a firm pillow is recommended for stomach sleeping, if you like a slightly softer feel, then you’ll love the Casper Hybrid Pillow. The rectangular shape was our favorite in testing, and it comes in low or regular loft to suit different preferences and body frames. Take an additional 5% off sitewide at Casper through March 10 with the CNN-exclusive code CNNSLEEP.
Layla Kapok Pillow
Best adjustable pillow for stomach sleepers
The firm yet bouncy Layla Kapok Pillow is made with shredded memory foam and kapok fiber. With firm support and a soft feel, it is adjustable so you can make it as soft or firm as you like.
Down comforters
Brooklinen Down Comforter
Best down comforter
With the Brooklinen Down Comforter, we truly felt like we were sleeping on a cloud and never wanted to get out of bed. Between the softness of the outer material and the fluffiness of the fill, it’s one of those comforters that makes you want to stay in bed all day.
$269 $215 (queen) at Brooklinen
The Company Store Legends Hotel Alberta Down Comforter
Best down comforter for warmth
If you’re looking for a down comforter to give you that extra warmth, The Company Store Legends Hotel Alberta Down Comforter is on the heavier end and can give you the extra weight you need during colder months.
$439 (queen) at The Company Store
Buffy Cloud Comforter
Best down-alternative comforter
Not a fan of down and feathers in your comforter? Then the Buffy Cloud Comforter is the best down-alternative option. This quality-made comforter will give you a great night’s sleep, thanks to its soft, lightweight build that provides plenty of warmth.
Duvet covers
Brooklinen Classic Duvet Cover
Best duvet cover
Made from crisp, luxe percale, the Brooklinen Classic Duvet Cover is light and airy, with large, easy-to-fasten buttons, and comes in tons of colors to suit any style.
$149 $127 for queen at Brooklinen
L.L.Bean Ultrasoft Comfort Flannel Comforter Cover
Best duvet cover for warmth
If you’re looking for a cover that’s ultra-soft and adds warmth, you’ll absolutely love the feel of the L.L.Bean Ultrasoft Comfort Flannel Comforter Cover.
Boll & Branch Signature Eyelet Duvet Cover
Best luxury duvet cover
The Boll & Branch Signature Eyelet Duvet Cover offers a combination of smooth comfort with unparalleled craftsmanship that puts it above anything else we tested, and it even includes shams, making it easy to ensure that your bedding will match.
$369 for queen at Boll & Branch
Mellanni Microfiber
Best budget duvet cover
With hidden button covers and matching shams and pillowcases, the Mellanni Microfiber Duvet Cover will lend an elegant vibe to your bedroom, and it’s affordable enough for kids rooms or if you’re just trying to protect your bedding from pets.
Quince European Linen Duvet Cover
Best linen duvet cover
For a classic crinkly linen look and soft feel that’s sure to improve with time and satisfy for years to come, the Quince European Linen Duvet Cover is comfy, cool in summer, and deeply restful in any weather.
Sleep masks
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Mavogel Sleep Mask
Best sleep mask
The Mavogel Sleep Mask features a genius nose wire so it blocks all — and we mean all — the light. The mask is soft on the eyes and comfortable on the head, and it never so much as budged during the night, no matter our sleep position. Through March 10, get an extra 20% off the Mavogel Cotton Sleep Mask with exclusive code 20CNNSLEEP.
Headphones for sleeping
Soundcore by Anker Sleep A10
Best headphones for sleeping
The Soundcore by Anker Sleep A10 are the best headphones for sleeping. They were the most comfortable for all-night wear, they seal out external noise (even snoring) and have a large library of different sound and white noise options to help you fall asleep and stay that way. They also include sleep tracking and the ability to listen to your own audio using Bluetooth.
$130 at Soundcore $170 $130 at Amazon
Alarm clocks
Jall Wooden Digital Alarm Clock
Best alarm clock
The Jall Wooden Digital Alarm Clock looks great and has everything you need in an alarm clock. It’s simple to set, read and use, and it can wake you dependably with multiple alarms.
DreamSky Compact Digital Alarm Clock
Runner-up for best alarm clock
An easy-to-use alarm clock without any bells and whistles to get in the way, the DreamSky is simple, durable and features a highly visible screen that is easilyi readable. It also will get you out of bed in the morning with a loud beep that isn’t too startling.
Loftie Alarm Clock
Best luxury clock with a non-sunrise alarm
The Loftie Alarm Clock is well worth the money, thanks to its simple design, easy-to-navigate interface, soundscapes that lull you to sleep and a gradual two-tone alarm. It’s a thoughtful product that makes the sleep experience feel like self-care.
$199 $149 at Loftie $149 $145 at Amazon
Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light HF3520
Best sunrise alarm clock and best alarm clock with radio
Able to wake you gently with lights that gradually brighten to mimic the dawn, the Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light HF3520 is a great sunrise alarm clock and the best alarm clock with a radio we tested. It offers intuitive programming and a wide range of alarm tones.
Sonic Bomb Dual Extra-Loud Alarm Clock With Bed Shaker
Best alarm clock for heavy sleepers
With the most intense, abrasive sound of any alarm we tested, a strobe light and a vibrating puck that you place under your pillow, the Sonic Bomb Dual Extra-Loud Alarm Clock With Bed Shaker can awaken even the heaviest sleepers.
$40 at Walmart $43 at The Home Depot
White noise machines and apps
White noise machines
Hatch Restore 2
Best splurge white noise machine
The Hatch Restore 2 white noise machine is an all-encompassing sleep machine that uses light and sound to help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Its app gives you access to a library full of colored lights, white noise, sleep stories and guided meditation, though you’ll need a paid subscription to Hatch+ to unlock its full potential.
White noise apps
White Noise
Best white noise app
We liked the White Noise app for its ease of use, handy timers and alarms, and large selection of sounds. You can download additional white noise sounds in its marketplaces.
$1 at Google Play Store $1 at Apple App Store
Calm App
Best splurge white noise app
The Calm app offers white noise and other sounds, as well as meditation and breathing exercises, daily movement videos, music, motivational talks and tons of sleep options. The app offers a free trial period (up to 14 days) so you can try it out before committing the full year.
$70 per year at Apple App Store $70 per year at Google Play Store