For a lot of us, this means taking a second look at our mattress. If you’re sharing a bed with a partner (or a pet!) and don’t have space for a king-sized model, you might want to consider an Olympic queen mattress. Since quality sleep is essential to ensure you’re protecting your heart health, blood sugar3, mood4, muscle recovery5, and more, we spoke with experts to determine how to select the right mattress. We’ve also rounded up our picks for the best Olympic queen mattresses so you can add a little sleep space without taking up too much of your bedroom. “An Olympic queen mattress is good for those who need a slightly wider bed but don’t have room for a king-size mattress,” says Sarah Sponaugle, D.C., holistic chiropractor and co-owner of DRIVEN FIT in Tampa, Florida. “This is a great pick for couples who both sleep best on their backs and those who need or prefer a slightly wider bed,” she adds—as well as for parents with little ones crawling into their beds at night. The plush, quilted top prevents body impressions from forming, which gives your mattress a longer shelf life. The material is breathable and cooling, with minimal motion transfer between sleep partners. Some reviews note that the mattress is a bit too firm, but you can choose between three levels (soft, medium, and firm) to find one that’s right for you. The “soft” design is also one of our picks for the best hybrid mattresses for side sleepers. It arrives in a box, and the company states that there should be no off-gassing smells. What customers say: With 4.6 out of 5 stars overall and almost 10,000 reviews on the company’s website, customers say this is a solid mattress choice for all sleeping styles and body types. One writes, “I have to admit I was a little skeptical about a mattress that comes in a box. Wow, I was surprised at how easy it was to set up. This is the most comfortable mattress I have ever owned!” What’s really great about this flippable mattress is that each of the sides offers a different level of firmness. This is helpful if you want to test out multiple firmness options but don’t want to have to order multiple mattresses. Being flippable, this mattress also has a longer lifespan, as long as you rotate it regularly to prolong wear and tear. Shipping is free and the mattress arrives rolled up in a box and will expand once opened. Although the materials are not sustainable or organic, all products are handcrafted in the U.S., and since 2020, the company has even used a portion of its factory to produce masks for essential workers. What customers say: After receiving more than 800 reviews on the Plank website, this mattress has earned an impressive 4.7 out of 5 stars. Many reviewers report that this mattress has improved their sleep and alleviated their back pain. One reviewer says, “Sleeping on this bed feels like a healing balm for my body,” and “it is the best thing my back has felt in a long time.” A few people note that they wish the ultra-firm and firm sides were marked. Perhaps the best feature is the firmness control dial on each side of the bed. Each sleeper can choose between 50 firmness options, to adjust to their liking. The brand delivers its mattresses compressed and rolled up in a box. For an additional $499, you can get white glove delivery service to help you set it up. Because this bed is made with natural and organic materials, it won’t emit any smells upon expansion. What customers say: With 234 reviews and a 4.6 out of 5-star rating, many sleepers with back and neck pain rave about the pressure-relieving support and how soft the wool feels on their skin. One person writes, “We both have neck and back problems and since we got our new bed I don’t wake up in pain anymore.” On the downside, some reviewers found the customer service to be unreachable to solve their mattress malfunctions. If you’re searching for traditional mattress sizes, our guide to buying organic and nontoxic mattresses includes more brands that are trustworthy in this department. Sponaugle explains that she “typically recommends slightly firmer nontoxic memory foam or hybrid mattresses” for most of her patients who suffer with back and neck pain or sciatica. “This level of firmness provides good musculoskeletal support, isn’t too firm for side or stomach sleepers, and if desiring a bit more softness, one can always add a topper without sacrificing support,” she continues. The brands on this list all offer trial periods, so you can make sure your mattress is a desirable firmness level before fully committing.
