There’s no shame in investing in more sleeping space, especially if you like to relax completely. If that’s the case for you, investing in a good quality king-size mattress can greatly improve your sleep experience.
Measuring 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, king-size beds allow you to comfortably lie down and sleep with your partner, while also giving you space if you need to store bedding. These can be very useful if you’re a light sleeper or sleep with pets or children.
With so many options, finding the right king-size mattress can be tricky. If you’re confused, our CNET sleep experts are here to help. We’ve tested more than 300 beds from all brands and picked out our favorites for king-size mattresses that meet a variety of needs.
And if you’re worried about your budget, don’t worry — although king beds can be expensive, we’ve found some great options that won’t bust your budget either. When choosing the best king-size bed from the hundreds of beds we tested, we evaluated a variety of factors, including build quality, performance, firmness, feel, and unique features.
From the best firm mattresses to the most affordable mattresses to the best mattresses for couples or side sleepers, our curated list includes beds that will accommodate your personal firmness preference and sleeping position. Read on to find out which king-size mattress will best suit your needs.
Which is the best king-size mattress overall
Using our years of experience reviewing and comparing mattresses, we chose the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid as the best overall king-size mattress.
With its various firmness options, this hybrid mattress can accommodate all sleeping positions and has a neutral foam feel that most sleepers will love. Brooklyn Bedding often offers this bed at a discounted rate, making it one of the best value beds.
Why we picked the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid: The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid adapts to all sleeping positions and has a soft, neutral foam feel that appeals to most people. It comes in three firmness options (soft, medium and firm), making it great for individuals and couples looking for a conforming, supportive and durable mattress.
“Another thing that makes the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid an amazing bed is its price. Of all the beds I’ve tested that have multiple firmness options, this one is the most affordable — discounts can bring it down to as low as $1,200. However, the bed never compromises on comfort or value,” says Caroline Igo, CNET sleep editor.
How it sleeps: The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid is made of high-quality foam and durable steel coils. Its innerspring construction allows for increased airflow, which means it sleeps a little cooler than an all-foam bed. It’s cushioning, yet responsive, making it easy to move around and change positions.
The Soft model offers excellent pressure relief for side sleepers. Our Mattress Smasher 9000 rated the Medium model a 4.3 out of 10 on the firmness scale, so it’s on the softer side but still accommodates all sleeper types, including combinations. The Firm model is medium-firm or about a 7 out of 10—best for back and stomach sleepers.
Runner-up: If you’re a hot sleeper looking for a cooling king-size bed, check out the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe. It’s one of the coolest mattresses we’ve ever tested (literally).
If you’re looking for a mattress with that slow contouring sensation, check out the Nectar Premier. This bed comes in hybrid and all-foam construction, both of which offer a dense feel that memory foam lovers will love. If you share a bed, its excellent motion isolation capabilities will keep you and your partner from moving throughout the night.