From supplements to meditation apps, there are a lot of tools out there to help you get better sleep, as well as plenty of natural methods to try to relieve snoring. But if you’re someone who snores regularly, it also might be worth asking if your mattress is part of the problem. Read on to learn why. If sleeping on your side isn’t comfortable, a new mattress might be able to help. Side sleepers need more cushion in their mattresses, which helps alleviate the extra pressure put on their shoulders and hips. When a bed is too hard, it may make the thought of sleeping on your side ever more unlikely. The ability to adjust the elevation of your entire upper body is an even better antidote than a pillow, which may not be supportive enough to truly keep your head elevated. “There’s also a fancy base that senses when you’re snoring and gently raises the head of the bed to reduce snoring,” adds Harris—you’ll find it at the bottom of this list! Just note that if you sleep with someone else who doesn’t want the additional elevation, you’ll need a split king model to avoid taking your bed buddy with you. A key reason you should manage your expectations before buying a new mattress? They’re a big purchase! Luckily all of the brands we list below have reasonable trial periods and return policies. So if the bed you choose doesn’t snuff out your snoring, you can always send it back. The Birch Natural Luxe Mattress (the upgraded version!) is made of steel springs, flame-retardant organic wool and cashmere, and natural Talalay latex foam. It has additional edge support, which allows you to stretch all the way out to the edges without sagging. We think it’ll be a better bet for combating snoring than the basic version, as it has additional lumbar support to keep your body in alignment. Plus, the firmness is rated at medium-firm, which makes it a great pick for side sleeping. The Birch mattress is also compatible with all adjustable bases, so you can elevate as needed. If the price tag of the Luxe is a turn-off, the less expensive version of this mattress is still a great bed. It’s a very similar design but has fewer comfort layers (and doesn’t include the cashmere). Whether you go with the Luxe or original, the Birch mattress is a solid pick for anyone who wants to prioritize eco-friendly and nontoxic materials. But the real reason this base made this list is the Snore Response technology; when the base senses snoring from you or your partner, the bed automatically raises approximately 12 degrees to provide a slight elevation. Just note that if you don’t have a split model, you’ll be taking your non-snoring partner along for the ride! This is a newer model for TEMPUR-Pedic, but it already has plenty of rave reviews from customers, including a few who say the base has reduced snoring. A lot of folks love the “Zero Gravity” feature, which provides just enough foot and head elevation to give the sensation of—you guessed it—floating in zero gravity. The only real downsides to consider are the price, the general lack of sustainability effort from Tempur-Pedic as a brand, and the fact that they won’t accept returns if this ends up not being the right fit for you. While the Legend is compatible with most adjustable bed bases, Leesa does have a great adjustable base of its own that you can add on for an additional cost. It has a minimalist design but includes high-tech features like a wireless remote, under-bed LED lighting, and even two built-in USB charging ports. The remote raises both the foot and head of your mattress—the latter will give you some elevation to help combat snoring. The Legend Hybrid only comes in one firmness option, but, again, it’s a good pick for both existing and aspiring side sleepers. If it ends up not working out for you, you can always return it within the 100-night trial for free and Leesa will help you donate it. Like the Leesa Legend Hybrid, the Solaire is also compatible with Saatva’s adjustable bases. The Solaire king and California king mattresses come in a split-top model, which allows you to adjust the elevation of each side of the bed without disturbing the other. Just beware that the website says the mattress is “exclusively compatible” with Saatva brand bases—so you won’t be able to try a new brand if you commit. Compared to the other beds on this list, the Solaire is very expensive. But Saatva is known for its quality, as well as generous trials and a lifetime warranty. So if the customized firmness helps you get some snore-free sleep, it might just be worth the investment for you. Plus, each Saatva mattress comes with free white glove delivery and setup—including removal of your old mattress. In addition to being less expensive, Avocado says the Eco Organic is slightly less firm than the original bed, the Avocado Green Mattress. It has more of a true medium-firm feel that makes the more affordable option a nice fit for side sleepers. The organic cotton and coil system also make for a cooler sleep surface, which is good news for folks who run hot. Like the rest of Avocado’s mattresses, the Eco Organic is made with sustainably sourced materials from the company’s own farms in Guatemala. It also boasts the same organic and sustainability-based certifications, like GOTS, GOLS, and GREENGUARD Gold. We also love that Avocado is a certified B Corp and climate neutral. Worth noting: Coming in at 10 inches high, this is a thinner mattress than some other beds on this list. So just make sure that’s not a problem for you and your current bedroom setup! With the Botanical Bliss, you can choose a mattress height of 9, 10, or 12 inches, and select either medium, medium-firm, or a dual-firmness design (i.e., two different firmness options on each side of the mattress). The last option is a great choice for couples who need different levels of comfort or support. Regardless of the firmness you choose, the mattress is going to provide a more bouncy and responsive feel than memory foam, thanks to the GOLS-certified Dunlop latex. In addition to customizable firmness and quality materials, the Botanical Bliss is a good pick for snorers because it works with any adjustable base—although PlushBeds does sell a range of its own adjustable bases, too. While memory foam is not a very sustainable material, Brentwood Home uses a plant-based foam called “BioFoam” that aims to keep the desired feel of the popular material while reducing the environmental impact of traditional memory foam. And with its medium-soft feel, the Oceano gets great reviews from side sleepers. Just like parent company Avocado Green, Brentwood Home makes all of its beds in California using sustainably sourced and GOLS-certified organic materials. It’s also worth noting that Brentwood Home is Climate Neutral Certified and carbon negative, which means it measures and offsets carbon emissions. Most reviewers say this elevator relieved them of GERD symptoms, but a few also call out reduced snoring. Just note that the additional incline will add some height to your mattress, especially near the head (one reviewer even suggests using cotton sheets and pajamas versus silk to prevent sliding). There is a 5-inch option as well, if height is a concern. Note: We weren’t able to find any eco-friendly or nontoxic options for wedges or wedge-shaped toppers. Even though this is designed to sit between your mattress and frame (versus near your skin), that might still be a deal-breaker for you. In that case, check out our picks of the best anti-snore pillows, which include more nontoxic options. While there’s no guarantee that a new mattress will totally solve your snoring, switching to a softer mattress for side sleepers, or an adjustable model might be worth a shot if you’re not getting the quality sleep you need.
