How to Choose a Mattress
We spend nearly a third of our lives in bed. With all the options out there, finding your perfect mattress match can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t need to be something that keeps you up at night. Just follow these six simple steps:
EVALUATE IF IT’S TIME FOR A NEW MATTRESS.
The first step in choosing a new mattress is deciding that the time has come for the old one to go. Waking up with aches and pains? Lumps that weren’t there when you first bought it 10 years ago? Or maybe you’re finally graduating to an apartment with enough room to upgrade to a queen-size model. If any of the above sound familiar, it might be time for an upgrade.
Not sure if you’re ready? Check out our guide to help you decide if it’s the right time.
Hint: If you’re thinking about it, it probably is!
SET YOUR BUDGET.
From a couple hundred dollars to several thousand, there seems to be a mattress for every budget. But be warned, price does not always correlate with quality. When we tested our entry level $300 mattress (The Allswell) against a $3000 mattress, the Allswell ended up being the fan favorite. Remember to be smart about your choices, and do your research to find the best quality mattress for the budget you have.
We understand that taking the financial plunge on purchasing a new mattress can be daunting, which is why we’re also proud to partner with Affirm. For purchases over $250 we offer financing options to help ease the burden. Interested in learning more? Find financing info here.
Want to see our $300 mattress go to bat against the uber expensive competitor? Watch here.
DETERMINE THE QUALITIES AND BENEFITS THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO YOU.
No two mattresses are created equal. We recommend determining which qualities and benefits you are looking for right when you start the hunt for your perfect bed. All of our Allswell Mattresses come with the premium features you dream about (at a not-so-premium price!), and we offer 3 different options that fit nearly every budget.
We believe in balance. That’s why all of our mattresses are hybrids, built with memory foam and coils. It’s the perfect blend of both comfort and support - and just the right amount of firmness, right out of the box.
If you sleep hot, you might want to consider a mattress with cooling features. All three of our mattresses are made with an innovative layer of memory foam, which absorbs heat and transfers it away from the body.
Once you have an idea of what you like and what you don’t, you’ll find that the field gets a whole lot smaller and your decision a whole lot easier.
If you want to see how our mattresses stack up against the competition, check it out here.
ASK SOMEONE YOU TRUST.
You know what they say about opinions—everyone has one. But when it comes to choosing the perfect mattress, we think that’s actually a good thing! So go ahead, ask your friends, family, and coworkers about their mattresses. Hearing what others have to say can help point you in the right direction to your dream bed. Also, don’t forget to check out online reviews to see what actual customers think of the product. You can see what people have to say about our mattresses here, here, and here. (Spoiler alert: someone might have even said our mattress was the greatest thing since sliced bread…)
TRY IT OUT!
No matter how many “Best Mattresses” articles you read or how many hours you spend scouring the web for reviews, you won’t know if a mattress is right for you until you try it. This is why at Allswell, when you purchase any of our mattresses, you’re guaranteed a 100-night risk-free trial. Sleep in the bed, read in the bed, watch movies and eat ice cream in the bed. If you’re not head over heels for your Allswell mattress, you can return it for a full refund. We’ll even come pick it up (no need to worry about getting it back in the box).
MAKE THE CHOICE THAT HELPS YOU SLEEP AT NIGHT.
As we said, you really won’t know if a mattress is right for you until sleep on it. That’s why it’s wise to purchase from a company that truly makes the experience risk-free. At Allswell, with free ground shipping and no-hassle returns within 100 days, you won’t lose a dollar if you decide it’s not the right mattress for you. But we think you’ll love it! In fact, we’re so confident in the quality of our mattresses that each one comes with a 10-year limited warranty. That’s a lot of nights of quality sleep that we’re willing to promise.
Achieve your #sleepgoals.
Choose which mattress works best in your oasis.
*Firmness scale was created by Allswell based on the subjective opinions of Allswell and its subjective team of 20 sleepers.
**Applies to mattress purchase price only. White glove delivery, mattress removal and recycling fees are nonrefundable. Return must be initiated within 100 days of mattress delivery. Not available for mattresses which would not qualify for coverage under our 10-year limited warranty available at allswellhome.com/pages/warranty.