I've Tested 150 Mattresses in the Past Year — These Are My Favorite Labor Day Mattress Sales (2024)

It's easy to get overwhelmed by all the sales and discounts during the holiday weekend. Luckily, I've got your back: As GH's resident mattress expert, I've spent hours and hours researching all the latest and greatest mattresses out there. I've evaluated over 150 mattresses in the past year alone. Plus, I've surveyed more than 10,000 people from our tester panel on the mattresses they own.

I've found the best Labor Day mattress deals on top-tested brands like Saatva, Avocado, Helix and more, including cooling mattresses that'll beat the heat to supportive mattresses that'll relieve back pain, and the best mattresses for side sleepers, back sleepers and more.

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Our Lab has tested hundreds of mattresses, but the Saatva Classic consistently comes out on top in our evaluations, earning the title of best overall mattress once again. Beyond its quality materials and construction, it's got top-notch edge support and exceptional breathability. And if you're looking for a supportive bed, this is one of the best you'll find. Note that it runs a bit firm, but you've got three firmness levels to choose from. Best of all, it comes with complimentary white glove delivery and mattress removal plus a generous 365-night trial (sans a $99 pickup fee if you opt to return it).

This Labor Day, Good Housekeeping readers can take 20% off their Saatva orders (with a minimum $1000 spend) by shopping through our exclusive link.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Here's Why Saatva Is Our Pick for the Best Overall Mattress

Helix's Dusk Luxe is an exceptional hybrid mattress. It has a pillowy feel and a versatile medium firmness that's earned glowing praise from all kinds of sleepers. Couples with different sleep styles and preferences gave it especially high marks for its comfortable nature, but its happy medium is also great for combination sleepers. After trying out many Helix mattresses, the Dusk Luxe remains my favorite. It uses a foam that blends memory foam and latex for a responsive yet pressure-relieving feel.

Good Housekeeping readers can take 27% off their Helix orders with code GH27 until September 2nd. Each mattress purchase includes two free pillows. Luxe and Elite mattress purchases also include one free sheet set and mattress protector.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Helix Carries Over 20 Mattresses — Here's Why We Love the Dusk Luxe Model

Amazon usually has impressive Labor Day sales, and its mattress section is no exception. Right now, you can save up to 54% off tons of top-selling mattresses in a box, including brands like Tuft & Needle, Purple and Zinus.

These discounts include the Casper Original Mattress, our pick for the best mattress in a box. Unlike other memory foam beds, this one comes with zoned support, which helps promote spinal alignment. It's a great pick for those who want the comfort of memory foam and especially anyone looking for a mattress to pair with an adjustable bed. Earlier this year, Casper updated its entire mattress assortment, but you can still purchase the Original on Amazon, which is currently up to 54% off its original price.

Certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS), you can rest assured that the Avocado Green Mattress adheres to strict standards through the entire production process. It's our pick for the best organic mattress, and you can take up to 20% off all mattresses on Avocado's site. We especially like this model for its comfort and support, proving that you don't need to compromise on quality for sustainability. It uses latex, which has a springy texture that's great for those who find memory foam too soft and dislike the "sink-in" feel, over coils for a cool sleep.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Avocado's Green Mattress Is the Best Organic Mattress on the Market

The Casper Snow is a great cooling mattress, which is essential for anyone who runs hot or suffers from night sweats. The hybrid design combines the pressure-relieving feel of memory foam with breathable coils and top-notch cooling technology, including a moisture-wicking cover, cooling gel and phase change materials (PCM), to keep you at a comfortable temperature. Side sleepers will especially appreciate the cradling foam, which leaned medium soft in our tests. For Labor Day, save 30% sitewide on all of Casper's products, including mattresses, pillows, bases, bedding and more.

The Tuft & Needle Original Mattress is one of our favorite foam mattresses. It's great for anyone who prefers a firmer, more supportive memory foam feel. Hot sleepers will appreciate the graphite infused foam, which is designed to pull away excess heat and contour to your body without overly sinking in under your weight. Plus, the DIY setup process is fairly straightforward for this one. You can take 20% off this model specifically, but Tuft & Needle is offering up to $700 off select mattresses with the option to bundle in bedding at 15% off.

Bear's Elite Hybrid Mattress is the best hybrid mattress we've tested so far. It's designed to promote spinal alignment, providing targeted comfort and support in key areas. The ergonomic design has more than paid off, earning top marks from every consumer tester who's tried it, myself included. This Labor Day, you can take 35% off and get free sleep accessories, including two pillows, a sheet set and a mattress protector with code LABORDAY.

Sealy's Posturepedic line made its debut in the 1950s and has firmly stood the test of time, even with the boxed mattress boom of the 2010s. It's a favorite of GH Associate Textiles Director Emma Seymour, who calls it "the Goldilocks of mattresses." Testers told us it felt supportive but not stiff and comfortable yet not overly soft. Mattress Firm is currently offering this hybrid model for 26% off with a free adjustable base for Queen or King sizes with code ELEVATE.

Nolah has earned consistent praise from our tester panel, particularly from those with chronic hip and back pain, shoulder pain and scoliosis, for its supportive yet cradling AirFoam. This model is our pick for the best mattress for back pain: It's got a medium level of firmness with excellent pressure relief. Not to mention, it's designed for side sleeping, the most common sleep position. Shoppers can take 35% off sitewide and get two free pillows on mattress purchases.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Sleep Testers Swear Nolah's Mattress Alleviates Back Pain

If you prefer a plush, pillowy mattress to truly sink into, the Puffy Lux Mattress is our favorite soft mattress. It's won over many of our consumer testers and panelists, who appreciate the comfortable medium-soft feel and supportive nature. Several have compared it to sleeping on a cloud and note that it doesn't sink in too much under their weight. During Puffy's Labor Day sale, you can get it for $1,350 off by using code LABORDAY along with free pillows, sheets and a mattress protector.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Puffy's Lux Hybrid Mattress Feels Like Sleeping on a Cloud, According to GH Testers

Sleep Number is a leader in smart mattresses and offers true customizable firmness. This Labor Day, you can take $1,200 off the i8, one of our favorite cooling mattresses. Not only can you adjust the firmness of each side of the bed to your preferred firmness, but this model uses foam that's infused with ceramic to draw heat away from your body. For a limited time, the brand is offering free delivery (instead of the standard $249 fee) with the any smart bed purchase that includes a base. Note that you must use a Sleep Number base for any of these mattresses, though you can pick from a standard flat base to adjustable options.

Known for its luxurious pressure-relieving foam, nothing quite compares to a Tempur-Pedic mattress. Its cooling mattress, the LuxeBreeze is thoughtfully engineered with top-of-the-line phase change technology that the brand claims can keep you up to 10 degrees cooler at night. Take $500 off the LuxeBreeze and up to $200 an adjustable base like the Ergo Smart Base plus $300 in free accessories of your choice (like pillows, sheets, protectors, blankets, sleep masks or office chairs) with code 300FREE.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Do Tempur-Pedic Mattresses Really Outperform the Rest?

I've rarely seen Parachute's Eco Mattress go on sale, but this Labor Day, you can take 25% off any size. And while I've tested many different mattresses, this innerspring model is one of my all-time favorites. It uses wool in place of foam with both zoned coils and micro coils for ergonomic comfort. Like other innerspring beds, this one has excellent breathability, and the wool can help regulate your body temperature. It's only available in medium-firm, so I'd recommend it for back and stomach sleepers over side sleepers.

If you have an adjustable bed (or you're looking to get one at some point), you'll need a compatible mattress. Amerisleep's Organica Mattress is a great option and was a favorite for couples with different schedules. Unlike other latex mattresses we've tested, the motion isolation is solid. Plus, the comfort and support are great too. This Labor Day weekend, it's $500 off with code LD500.

Note: We weren't able to validate its organic certifications. While the brand says it uses GOTS-certified cotton, GOTS only certifies complete products rather than components.

Serta's Perfect Sleeper Hybrid Mattress is one of the most popular amongst our panelists. It's got a classic hybrid look and feel at a competitive price, offering an excellent bang for your buck. Though a mattress can't cure any underlying conditions, one of our recent testers with chronic shoulder and back pain found it made a world of difference. You can take up to $200 off this model plus purchases over $1,000 will get a free classic bedding bundle (including pillows, sheets and a mattress protector) with code MATTRESSBUNDLE. Make sure to add the bundle to your cart before applying the code.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Serta's Perfect Sleeper Mattress Offers an Exceptional Value for Shoppers

• Beautyrest: Take up to $600 off select mattresses, including up to $400 off the Harmony Lux, and up to $400 off a matching adjustable base.
• Bedgear: Take up to $500 off select mattresses, like the M3, plus buy one get one 50% off on select pillows and sheets.
• Big Fig: Take $500 off your Big Fig mattress with code LABORDAY.
• Birch: Take 25% off sitewide and get two free pillows with any mattress purchase with code LDW25.
• Brooklyn Bedding: Take 30% off mattresses (including the Aurora Luxe Hybrid) as well as free pillows with code LABORDAY30.
• Layla: Take $150 to $200 off mattresses and shop sitewide discounts on bedding and sleep accessories.
• Leesa: Take 30% off select mattresses and get a free sleep bundle (two pillows and a sheet set).
• Plushbeds: Take $1,250 off mattresses and get up to $599 in free bedding, including a sheet set, mattress protector and two pillows.
• Purple: Take up to $700 off mattresses (including $200 off the original Purple Mattress) and up to $300 off a matching adjustable base.
• Stearns & Foster: Take up to $700 off, plus get a $300 visa gift card (with code 300VISA) and free pillows and sheets (for select models like the Estate Mattress).

Holiday weekends like Labor Day are some of the best times of year to save on big-ticket purchases like mattresses because retailers drastically drop prices to accommodate for the increased number of shoppers. That being said, preparation is key.

While mattress companies offer discounts and sales throughout the year, a holiday weekend is when you'll see the most consistent and competitive offers across brands. That being said, if you're not ready to take the plunge quite yet, there's always Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, July 4th and Black Friday.

The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab has been testing bedding and home products for over a century. Each year, our analysts research and review hundreds of mattresses and analyze countless data points. Rounding out our Lab evaluations, we also survey our larger testing panel and coordinate at-home consumer testing, so we can track real-life performance.

Textiles Product Reviews Analyst Grace Wu is one of GH's leading mattress experts. Since 2022, she's overseen mattress testing of nearly 200 mattresses and organized survey feedback from more than 6,000 users. At the GH Institute, she leverages her Master of Engineering in materials science & engineering and a Bachelor of Science in fiber science from Cornell University to review popular models and new innovations.