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We’ve slept on sustainable and nontoxic mattresses for years — these are our top picks for eco-friendly, responsibly made memory foam across a range of price points.
Over a third of our lives is spent sleeping — that’s a lot of time in bed! Yet we easily forget how important a durable, supportive mattress is for our bodies to fully rest and recover until it’s too late (cue us waking up with sore backs).
Why consider memory foam?
Memory foam mattresses are a popular choice for anyone seeking a good night’s rest. They contour to your body, help distribute your weight evenly on the mattress, and offer great support and pressure relief. This is helpful if you experience aches and pains throughout your body, especially for back pain. Memory foam mattresses also come in a variety of firmness levels and are hypoallergenic, meaning you can pick the style that best suits your sleeping preferences without having to worry about any allergic reactions. An added bonus: Due to memory foam’s motion isolation properties, any movements are less likely to disturb your partner in bed meaning a more restful night for you both! A good quality memory foam mattress can last you for years without losing its durability or supportive properties.
Why is eco-friendly important?
While most memory foam mattresses are made with foam, latex, and fibers that emit odors and VOCs, more eco-friendly memory foam mattress options do exist—which is great news! Sustainable mattress manufacturing is important for overall health and the long-term well-being of the planet, as many traditional mattresses are made using non-renewable resources or emit harmful chemicals into the air. Eco-friendly memory foam mattresses use renewable resources like plant-based foams or organic cotton covers rather than petroleum-based chemicals to help reduce the environmental impact associated with production. They also are designed to be more biodegradable, breaking down easier in landfills rather than traditional mattresses which don’t carry these capabilities.
Many of these mattresses are CertiPur-US certified and GREENGUARD Gold certified, ensuring they meet strict limits on chemical emissions, VOCs, or heavy metals. Sometimes memory foam is best for pain relief and we’re just glad to know there are sustainable brands helping us with options. Best yet, these mattress brands offer payment plans, give back to their communities, and are American-made.
Our criteria:
We’ve personally tested and researched the top nontoxic mattress brands — these are our picks for memory foam mattresses that are safe, eco-friendly, and super supportive at a range of price points. This piece is regularly updated with emerging favorites that meet the following criteria:
- ECO-FRIENDLY/NONTOXIC | All of the mattresses on this list have certifications ensuring safe materials and eco-friendly production; each brand’s certifications are listed in the icon section above their feature. None of the mattresses on this list contain harsh flame retardants, and all are free from toxic chemicals, PFAS, VOCs, and fiberglass.
- COMFORT | A supportive, comfortable mattress that is suited for your needs is essential. We’ve tried all of the brands on this list ourselves and spent hours scouring online reviews to ensure these memory foam mattresses are up for the job.
- AFFORDABLE | A mattress is a big investment so we’ve prioritized brands that sell directly to you online, removing retail costs and reducing the final price. This guide includes a range of options, from budget to luxury, without compromising safety.
And for even more sustainable suggestions, check out our guide to organic and natural mattresses and the best organic cotton bedding. Get ready for your best night’s sleep yet! 😴
Behind the scenes of our testing process:
Our editors have toured mattress factories to see how nontoxic mattresses are made, tested and compared models in showrooms, and personally slept on many of the mattresses on this list for years so we can stand by our recommendations to you!
Best Overall | Most Affordable | Firmest
Best For | Hybrid foam mattresses
Certifications | CertiPur-US Certified, GREENGUARD Gold Certified
Mattress Type | Premium hybrid memory foam
Features | Made in America, 120-night trial, lifetime warranty, free shipping & returns
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, split king, California king
Price | Queen starting at $998
For those of us with chronic aches and pains when waking up, mattresses from Bear make the list for offering the most comfort and support. Their five layers are made up of breathable Celliant technology, a proprietary graphite-gel memory foam to keep you cool, while three other layers of foam to relax your spine, back, and muscle pain in just a few nights. With more than 4,000 positive reviews praising its healing abilities, and the option to pay with monthly payments, we can see why it’s universally loved. If you’re not sure, test it out for up to 120 nights, and if you’re not a fan, they’ll refund you and arrange a timely pick-up. What’s even better: Bear offers exclusive pillows, bedding, mattress protectors, and foundations all made in the USA between South Carolina and Georgia, so it can be your one-stop shop for restful sleep.
Our Editor’s Review | “ After switching from a softer mattress to the Bear Elite Hybrid in a medium firmness, I’ve noticed fewer restless nights of sleep. I find myself sleeping comfortably in positions I don’t usually sleep in, like on my back or belly, and the mattress is easy to move around on without too much motion transfer. I’ve also experienced shorter recovery times after strenuous exercise. If you’re looking for performance- and recovery-forward sleep, Bear has a variety of options at a range of price points that all offer support without sacrificing comfort!” – Emily McGowan, Editorial Director [Read the full review.]
Best For | Non-traditional sizes
Certifications | GOLS and GOTS certified, GREENGUARD Gold certified
Mattress Type | Gel memory foam
Features | Made in America, 100-night trial, 25-year warranty, free shipping, gives back
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, split queen, king, split king, California king
Price | Queen starting at $3,453
PlushBeds rank our top pick for both sustainability and luxury, with their nontoxic and eco-friendly Cool Bliss mattress. Combining gel memory foam, 100% natural latex, and several other layers, their 12” mattress will leave you feeling well-rested every morning, without the chemicals or off-gassing other mattresses have. They’re so dedicated to natural and eco-friendly living that their mattresses are GREENGUARD Gold Certified, a certification given to less than 1% of mattresses in the US. Made in the USA, it’ll arrive quickly to your door for no additional cost, too. The number one reason we’re big fans? Their special gel memory foam fights any nighttime sweating and leaves us cool and refreshed in the morning, no matter the season.
Customer Review | “We recently purchased a queen size [Cool Bliss] mattress, and have moved our queen Sleep Number to the spare bedroom. The PlushBeds mattress is consistently superior and much more comfortable, especially for pressure points that cause pain. Excellent product and we’d purchase it again.” – Gregory C. (Read all reviews.)
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Best For | Affordable memory foam mattresses
Certifications | CertiPur-US Certified
Mattress Type | Gel memory foam mattress
Features | 365-night trial, lifetime warranty, free shipping & returns, some options made in America
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, split king, California king
Price | Queen starting at $649
Nectar’s Memory Foam Mattress might be the last mattress you ever buy — especially since it comes with a lifetime warranty. Plus, they know that testing out a bed for 5 minutes in a store won’t help us make a decision that will affect us for decades to come, so that’s why they offer a 365-night trial. Don’t like it? They’ll refund you and remove the mattress free of charge, though we don’t think you’ll feel that way. They’ve developed a 5-layer mattress that comes with temperature-controlled Tencel fabric, gel memory foam for comfort, and specially designed materials that fight dust mites. And while it’s one of the more cost-effective mattresses on our list, they know hundreds of dollars can be a lot to swing at once, which is why they offer payment plans starting at $55 a month. Nectar’s thought of it all when it comes to a positive experience finding your space to rest for a lifetime.
Customer Review | “I was skeptical about ordering a mattress through the mail and not trying it out first, but from our very first night sleeping in it, we have been so happy. I don’t wake up stiff and sore like I used to. I thought that’s just how it is as you get older, but now I wake up refreshed and pain-free!” – Caroline B. (Read all reviews.)
Best For | Low-profile mattresses
Certifications | GREENGUARD Gold certified, GOTS certified, GOLS certified, UL validated, OEKO-TEX certified, Climate Neutral, FSC
Mattress Type | Organic latex foam mattress
Features | Made in America, free shipping, 25-year warranty, 1-year sleep trial
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split California king
Price | Queen starting at $2,999
Avocado makes mattresses that are a bit different than your typical memory foam mattress. Made with organic latex foam, organic cotton and organic wool, this low-profile mattress promotes proper back alignment and effortless snoozing all night long. Each mattress is handcrafted in Los Angeles using needle-tufting techniques that require no chemical adhesives, making Avocado’s mattresses more durable. With high safety and environmental standards, including GREENGUARD Gold certification, MADE SAFE standards, and Climate Neutral status, you can rest assured you’ll experience high-quality rest on a mattress that’s safe for you and the planet.
Our Editor’s Review | “Imagine yourself supported by up to 2,581 individually wrapped recycled steel micro-coils distributed throughout the mattress in seven zones of body-hugging yumminess, and it becomes clear why their Luxury Organic Ultra-Plush Mattress is a perfect fit for side sleepers looking for pressure relief for their shoulders and hips. I am primarily a side sleeper, but I also sleep on my back, and find my mattress to be perfectly supportive in both positions.
” – Trinity Wilbourn, Contributing Editor [Read the full review.]
Best For | Side sleepers
Certifications | CertiPur-US certified, GREENGUARD Gold certified
Mattress Type | Memory foam & foam hybrid mattresses
Features | Made in America, free shipping & easy returns, 120-night sleep trial, lifetime warranty
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split king
Price | Queen starting at $1,799
Nolah’s signature high-density AirFoam™ mattress boasts plush cushioning that supports pressure points and pain throughout your body. This durable and resilient mattress frees your body with its deep pressure relief, responsive bounce, and contour support for maximum support. It’s made of 5 layers both their plush and firm AirFoams™ for firmness and comfortability and their ultra-breathable active response foam that promotes airflow and is considered the most breathable foam on the market. Wrapped up in an organic cotton cool covering, will leave you with a cool, calm, and collected sleep all night long. For side sleepers who crave even more ease of movement, Nolah’s hybrid foam option will give you the cushioning you desire, with 6 layers of premium foam included.
Customer Review | “I love my Nolah. I’ve tried several different mattresses to reduce pressure point pain for side-sleepers and the Nolah was the only one to achieve this. Very grateful. I got the softest one and I love it!” – Julian A. (Read all reviews.)
Best For | Back support
Certifications | CertiPUR-US certified memory foam, Congress of Chiropractic State Assoc. Seal of Approval
Mattress Type | Memory foam mattress
Features | Made in America, free in-room delivery & setup, 365-night trial, lifetime warranty, 24/7 customer service
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, split king, California king, split California king
Price | Queen starting at $2,999
If the phrase “spinal support” is music to your ears, this might be the pick for you. Saatva is all about “pure comfort without the markups,” and its mattresses are well-known for alleviating back pain. How? With organic and memory foam mattresses, there are soft to firm options for everyone, including the Loom & Leaf memory foam mattress, which offers targeted support to back pressure points! Plus, it’s made with patented quilting and a natural latex lumbar crown to keep your spine aligned overnight. Saatva offers free delivery and setup, including taking your old mattress away. The easiest sustainable solution for back pain, once and for all.
Our Editor’s Review | “Saatva’s Classic Mattress in Luxury Firm is the gold medal standard for sleeping like you’re in a luxury hotel. The brand has a patented Lumbar Zone® Technology and responsive dual-coil design made of recycled carbon steel meaning it’s super supportive and will never sag. It helped with my lower back pain, and since I insist on a nontoxic mattress for my family, Saatva’s GREENGUARD Gold certification means this mattress ticked all the boxes.” – Trinity Wilbourn [Read the full review.]
7. Brentwood Home
Best For | Medium soft mattress
Certifications | Fair Trade Certified, GREENGUARD Gold certified, CertiPUR-US certified memory foam
Mattress Type | Memory foam mattress
Features | Made in America, optional in-room delivery & setup, 1-year trial, 25-year limited warranty
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, split king, California king, split California king
Price | Queen starting at $1,839
Brentwood Home‘s memory mattresses combine premium comfort with innovative materials for a restful night’s sleep. The Oceano Luxury Hybrid Mattress offers a plush medium-soft feel with nine layers of support, including cooling CertiPUR-US® certified gel memory foam with plant-based BioFoam®, GOTS-certified organic wool and cotton, and up to 2,697 individually pocketed coils for maximum motion isolation and spinal alignment. At 14” tall, it’s designed for all sleepers, providing breathable, pressure-relieving comfort while keeping you cool throughout the night. Handcrafted in Los Angeles, it meets top sustainability and safety standards, including GREENGUARD Gold certification for low chemical emissions. Plus, with a 1-year trial and flexible financing options, it’s never been easier to upgrade your sleep!
Our Editor’s Review | “After sleeping on firm mattresses for most of my life, I tried Brentwood’s Oceano Luxury Hybrid Mattress to ease my aches and pains. The Oceano’s hybrid construction with memory foam significantly improved my hip and neck pain, helped me to sleep cooler (no AC needed!), and was luxuriously comfortable. The brand’s ethical manufacturing and safe materials sweetened the experience.” – Ashley D’Arcy [Read the full review.]
Best For | Affordable, cooling & breathable mattresses
Certifications | CertiPur-US Certified, Fair Trade certified, FSC
Mattress Type | Latex-free Energex™ memory foam
Features | Made in America, 365-night trial, free shipping, lifetime warranty, made-to-order
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king, split California king
Price | Queen starting at $1,299
Nest Bedding’s Quail Memory Foam Mattress is changing the game when it comes to affordable and premium mattress options. CertiPur-US certified and highly breathable, these handmade mattresses come with a breathable, cooling cover and are made with a latex-free temperature response foam which helps keep you cool on those extra warm nights. Nest’s one-of-a-kind Energex™ technology also helps evenly distribute your body weight throughout the mattress for the utmost support (and roll-off prevention!). Handmade locally in the US, this mattress comes with both medium and firm options, and is an excellent choice for those looking to upgrade their sleep while staying on budget.
Customer Review | “This mattress is SO comfortable. It is so comforting knowing I am not breathing in toxic materials and can still get a great night sleep. Bonus is that my husband doesn’t sweat at night as much on this mattress as he did on our previous one!” – Amber S. (Read all reviews.)
Best For | Organic mattresses
Certifications | Fair For Life, GOTS certified, GOLS certified, OEKO-TEX certified
Mattress Type | Natural foam rubber mattress
Features | Free shipping & returns, 100-night trial, 10 year warranty, assembled in America
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Price | Queen starting at $1,099
Earthfoam is all about keeping you stable, comfy, and ache-free all throughout the night. Made with Fair Trade and organic natural rubber from independent farmers in Sri Lanka, this spring foam mattress is natural, breathable, durable, and sustainable. Organic wool and organic cotton make up the batting, backing, and face of these eco-friendly mattresses. And as you rest, Earthfoam ensures you won’t experience any sinking feeling as their mattresses support everyone of all shapes and sizes through their high-density foam. Sustainability is built right down to the packaging, with these mattresses arriving in rolled paper packing and recycled cardboard. It can’t get any better!
Customer Review | “If you’re looking for the perfect nontoxic mattress that won’t break the bank, look no further. I can’t begin to tell you how much better I’m sleeping after switching to Earthfoam! It’s a little more firm compared to our other mattress but it’s so supportive and I cannot say enough good things about it!” – Sarah M. (Read all reviews.)
Best For | Back and stomach sleepers
Certifications | GREENGUARD Gold Certified, CertiPur-US Certified
Mattress Type | T&N Adaptive® foam
Features | Made in America, 100-night trial, 10-year warranty
Product Range | Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, California king
Price | Queen starting at $895
Tuft & Needle sells one of the most popular mattresses worldwide — and it’s no surprise why. Its GREENDGUARD Gold and CertiPur-US certifications make it one of the most eco-friendly mainstream mattress around. And it packs a punch, too: in addition to being sustainable, long-lasting, and supportive, they are on the more affordable side, with a queen mattress starting at just $995. Their proprietary T&N Adaptive® Foam was developed from customer feedback and is paired with a support layer, for a good night’s sleep you won’t remember. No matter if you’re using box springs, slats, or an adjustable frame, the Tuft & Needle T&N Mattress will do wonders for your body and soul.
Customer Review | “After a year and a half of waking up with back pain, we switched to Tuft & Needle. One night’s sleep on the T & N, and my back pain is now completely gone. We love the feel of the foam mattress. It is incredibly cozy, but firm and durable. We have already recommended it to several of our friends!” – Colleen (Read all reviews.)
