The Best Mattress for Allergies

Why We Like It

Constructed from natural and organic materials, the Birch Mattress is ideal for eco-conscious shoppers with allergies who also tend to sleep hot. Our testers found that the layers of cotton, wool, and latex increased the mattress’ breathability while resisting allergen buildup. The hybrid model merges pocketed coils with Talalay latex for responsive support, and a medium firm (6) feel made the mattress suitable for all of our testers, regardless of weight.

A stretchy and breathable GOTS-certified organic cotton cover encases the mattress. A blend of organic wool and rayon below serves as a natural fire barrier, while an additional wool layer cushions sleepers. Our testing team liked that the layer of natural Talalay latex balanced contouring with responsiveness. The latex is certified by the eco-INSTITUT, indicating that it meets rigorous standards concerning chemical emissions.

How Does It Feel?

We noticed that the pocketed coil core gave the mattress bounce without generating significant motion transfer. The individually wrapped coils promote airflow, which our testers found helped the mattress stay cool. Sturdier coils reinforce the perimeter, providing robust edge support that allowed our testers to use more of the mattress’ surface. A wool-rayon blend layer completes the mattress, acting as an additional flame barrier.

With organic materials and a medium firm (6) feel, the Birch suits a wide range of sleepers looking for a sustainably made mattress designed to minimize allergens.

Why We Like It

The Naturepedic EOS Classic is a latex hybrid mattress with standout customizability features. You can configure the bed into five different firmness options and may also customize different configurations for each side of the bed.

The mattress contains a cotton cover quilted with wool batting and a plant-based PLA material, a 3-inch organic latex layer, an 8-inch layer of pocketed coils, and organic cotton batting. The latex and coil layers each come in different firmness levels and you can place these layers in whichever order feels most comfortable. Depending on which firmness layers you choose and how you order the layers, your firmness options are medium soft (4), medium (5), medium firm (6), firm (7), and firm (8).

How Does It Feel?

Thanks to the excellent customization options, the EOS Classic is suitable for a wide variety of sleep positions and body weights. During testing, stomach sleepers felt most comfortable on firmer configurations. Side sleepers preferred options with more cushioning to help relieve pressure in the shoulders and hips, and back sleepers were most satisfied with medium firm to firm options. Those over 230 pounds felt more comfortable on the firm configurations.

Our tests showed that the EOS Classic sleeps exceptionally cool. This is due in large part to the natural cooling properties of latex and strong ventilation through the coils. The mattress has GREENGUARD certification to ensure low chemical emissions and the latex and cotton are GOLS- and GOTS-certified, respectively, to show that the bed has organic sourcing.

Why We Like It

Saatva’s Zenhaven is a natural latex mattress designed to repel everyday allergens like dust mites, mold, and dander. The latex undergoes a special process to remove proteins that typically trigger symptoms. The Zenhaven is also free of harsh chemicals and dyes.

Latex is known to be resilient, and our testing indicated the Zenhaven is a durable mattress. Additionally, our testers noticed the mattress had minimal off-gassing, meaning it doesn’t produce much of the smell commonly associated with memory foam mattresses right after unboxing.

The mattress also has Rainforest Alliance certification, showing that the latex used in its construction was sourced according to strict environmental and social standards.

How Does It Feel

The flippable design offers two different firmness levels: medium soft (4) and firm (7). A GOTS-certified organic cotton cover is designed to draw heat away from your body. The cover is treated with Saatva’s Guardin, a nontoxic treatment intended to reduce microbial growth. A 1-inch layer of organic wool on each side functions as a natural fire barrier.

Both sides use Dunlop latex with small perforations designed to promote airflow. The comfort layers are divided into five zones, which our testers noticed offered targeted support to their backs and midsections. The medium soft side offers deeper contouring, which suited most of our side-sleeping testers. An additional layer of firm Dunlop latex on the reverse side creates a sturdier feel that better suited our back and stomach sleepers.

Why We Like It

Blending responsive latex with a pocketed coil core, the Nolah Natural 11 addresses vulnerable pressure points on the spine, hips, and shoulders. The Talalay latex comfort system contours your body while still providing a responsive feel. With an 11-inch profile and a balanced medium firm (6) feel, the hybrid mattress performed well for all of our testers regardless of body size or sleep position.

The mattress is topped with breathable layers of GOTS-certified organic wool and cotton. This means that an official body has reviewed the supply chain to make sure the process is actually organic, according to professional standards. The mattress also has Rainforest Alliance certifications, indicating that it meets strict content and environmental guidelines.

How Does It Feel?

Our testers reported that the 2-inch layer of natural Talalay latex conformed to their bodies, providing standout pressure relief. A 1-inch layer of transitional Talalay latex supported spinal alignment, helping to prevent aches and pains.

Nolah’s HDMax Tri-Zone coiled core is zoned, which gave our testers targeted support and minimized sinkage. The coils are individually wrapped and lined with cotton and wool to increase breathability.

With excellent pressure-relieving abilities and a medium firm (6) feel, the Nolah Mattress suits a wide range of sleepers looking for a foam bed that contours to the body and sleeps cool. Its certified materials also make it less likely to collect allergens and exacerbate allergy symptoms.

Why We Like It

During our hands-on tests, we found that the medium soft (4) Aurora Luxe is a great match for side sleepers and back sleepers under 130 pounds. These sleepers often benefit from extra cushioning around the shoulders and hips. Those between 130 and 230 pounds may prefer the medium firm (6) for its gentler contour and stronger core support. If you weigh more than 230 pounds or sleep on your stomach, the firm (7) design should provide the reinforcement you need to sleep comfortably without sinking too deeply into the mattress.

Temperature control is one of the Aurora Luxe's defining strengths. A mix of copper, gel, and phase change material help the mattress minimize heat absorption on the surface, while the coils promote air circulation to help the interior maintain a cool temperature. Motion isolation is another performance area where the Aurora Luxe shines. This can be attributed to the thick foam layers. All three designs also excel at pressure relief, though choosing the right firmness for your body type and sleep position is key.

How Does It Feel?

With more than 4 inches of foam padding in its Euro-top comfort system, the Aurora Luxe feels invitingly plush when you get into bed. You'll feel the adaptive polyfoam and memory foam layers molding to your figure as your body settles, and this cradling effect can help promote even alignment and reduce pressure in sensitive areas along your spine. Cooling materials in these layers also reduce heat retention, so you shouldn't feel overly warm.

Dense transitional foam pushes back against your weight to form a buffer between your body and the support core. The pocketed coils are divided into three zones with thicker springs resting beneath your torso and hips – this ensures the heaviest parts of your body won't compress the mattress more than your head and legs.