Best Mattress for Teenagers (2024): Reviews and Buyer’s Guide

The Zoma Start is available in one firmness and its reviews say it has a medium, almost medium-soft feel. With that in mind, we can safely recommend Zoma to back and side sleepers. Do note, it may feel too soft for most stomach sleepers.

Customer reviews also state how, despite the bed being softer and having lots of cushioning, it still provides excellent spinal support so they don’t wake up with back soreness or pain.

For the price, the Zoma Start is highly regarded, but not without flaws. Reviewers we spoke with had mixed thoughts:

Zachary B: Perfect level of support, breathable, and we don’t wake each other up if one of us gets out of bed. We have been sleeping better than ever. Not to mention the incredible customer support. 

Christie C: Comfiest mattress I’ve ever had. my only issue is that i seem to wake up a bit sweaty. i’m looking into a breathable mattress cover. otherwise, i love my mattress.

Billy K: Kind of firm waking up with shoulder pain occasionally.

Zoma has a stretchy, breathable airCloth breathable cover so body heat can escape out of the mattress. The first layer of the bed is gel-infused memory foam. The cooling mattress gel within the memory foam combats body heat to keep your temperature cool. Meanwhile, the memory foam itself molds to your body and relieves pressure.

The second layer of the Zoma Start is responsive Reactiv™ foam. Zoma designs this Reactiv™ layer to feel bouncier than traditional memory foam. It keeps you lifted in the bed, serving as a nice buffer between the soft memory foam and the durable base layer.

Last but not least, is the core of Support+ foam, a durable poly-foam. Support+ reinforces the layers and sleepers above it. Most importantly, though, it prevents premature wear and tear. Gel memory foam mattresses last, usually, just as long as regular viscoelastic memory foam.

The Vaya Mattress is an excellent option for teenagers not only because of its price but because of its unique feel, as well. Teenagers may tend to toss and turn as their sleep needs change and they develop their sleep style, and the Vaya is perfect to accommodate changing sleeping habits.

The Vaya contains responsive yet contouring foams, so it’ll mold to your body without causing you to sink. Due to its cushioning bounciness, it suits side, back, stomach, and combo sleepers comfortably. The Vaya can adapt with your child’s sleep needs to ensure healthy, comfortable sleep for a long time to come.

People are overall happy with the Vaya, including children!

Joan C: It was time to replace my son’s mattress so I ordered a Twin XL for him. He is very happy with his new mattress and slept well from the first night

Jack: Incredibly comfortable, but still supportive. It’s a little more on the soft side.

Ryan M: This is one of the most comfortable beds that I have ever slept on. Shocked at the quality for the price. 10/10 recommend. I am a slide sleeper and always woke up hurting in multiple places, I have not woken up hurting since sleeping on my vaya mattress.

A medium in firmness, the Vaya contains two layers: a 3-inch top layer of Vaya Comfort Foam and a 9-inch sturdy base layer. Vaya’s foams offer a unique blend of comfort and support while promoting a cooler night’s sleep, so we recommend this mattress for hot sleepers, as well.

Vaya Sleep sells their mattresses online-only and offer free shipping, a 100-night sleep trial, and if needed, free returns with every mattress purchase.

As a mattress built to be firm but not too much, the AS2 is not the hardest bed around, but few want to sleep on a rock and the AS2 has that needed bit of give for the body to lightly sink in. This model is  supportive and just conforming enough to mold to my back’s muscles and spine.

Families are loving the AS2 for their children and teens. Some reviewers told us about it:

Teen mom: This purchase is for my teenage son. Knowing the high environmental standards, I can sleep better knowing my son is not sleeping with all of the chemical and off gases that most traditional mattresses have.

Mom: Great mattress for both my kids room. Very happy with the purchase.

Designer: This is the second mattress we have purchased for our home. Our teen age son is very happy with it and we are still loving the bed we bought 4 years ago!

Under the cover of the AS2 is the Bio-Pur®, a plant-based memory foam designed to be more breathable than traditional memory foam to keep teenagers cool at night. Castor oil partially replaces petroleum during the manufacturing process, resulting in little to no off-gassing odor. Unlike traditional memory foam, Bio-Pur® does not break down and instead holds its shape to provide consistent pressure relief.

Below the Bio-Pur® layer is the Affinity layer incorporating HIVE® technology. HIVE® (Harnessing Intelligent Ventilation and Energy) contains hundreds of hexagon-shaped cutouts grouped into five comfort zones— the head, shoulders, back, hips, and feet.

The Amerisleep AS2 mattress also stands out because of the 20-year warranty. The first 10 years of the warranty provide full coverage against manufacturer defects. If there are any defects in structure or workmanship, the company will replace your bed for free. The next 10 years are prorated— if any manufacturer defects arise during this time, you can buy a new mattress at a discounted cost.

Amerisleep offers a 100-night sleep trial with the purchase of the AS2 mattress. If your teenager is not satisfied with the bed after an adjustment period, you can return it for a full refund. The company will arrange to donate the mattress or recycle it. Amerisleep asks customers to try the mattress for at least 30 days before determining whether to keep it.

Nolah’s special AirFoam™ has a cushioning, responsive feel—similar to traditional memory foam, AirFoam™ conforms to the body, relieving pressure points without trapping heat or making the sleeper feel stuck inside the mattress. The mattress is also encased in soft, natural viscose material to wick away moisture.

Based on customer feedback, the Original 10” helped relieve their bodily pain and made it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep.

While overall reviews some have issues with firmness, those with kids love it.

James D: My daughter has back issues going from a standard bed to this has made a world of difference. For the price this beats the other big brands.

Nicole D: The Nolan mattress was a gift to my daughter,and she loves it no more back pain! Shipping was easy and great thank you!

Elizabeth P: I purchased the twin Nolah mattress for my pre-teen daughter and so far she is loving it! The free pillows were also very nice. My daughter wakes up rested and has no complaints so far. We are very happy with our purchase!

The original Nolah 10 has a simple design that takes full advantage of its cleverly engineered materials. As the name suggests, the mattress stands 10 inches tall.

The mattress cover is white Tencel™ fabric, a material made with natural fibers for a breathable surface. Tencel™ is often favorably compared to cotton when it comes to coolness, comfort, and durability.

The top layer is 2 inches of Nolah AirFoam™, created to offer great amounts of pressure relief than traditional memory foam.

The next layer is an inch of resilient transition foam. The responsive bounce of high-resilience foam is more durable than latex, and makes it easier to move at night.

The high-density base foam evenly supports the body across the sleep surface and reinforces the top layers.

Side sleepers may find the Bear Mattress too firm, but back and stomach sleepers will find this mattress greatly rejuvenating. For a softer bed, consider Bear’s Hybrid mattress or Pro models.

The Bear Mattress’s cover is woven from with FDA-determined Celliant® technology, which turns your body heat into infrared energy to help your body recover.

While Bear Mattress does not have as much of a long of a track record of reviews as some of our other mattresses, we found plenty with something to say, here are a few:

Doug D: I’ve slept on BEAR’S Original — Hybrid for a month. I’ve got my aches and pains, but some are now less. I don’t toss & turn nearly as much. I’ll never looking back on my number bed – ugh! This bear gets more rest in my new “den.” I’m very glad I didn’t get a mattress thicker than the 10″ this comes in.

Kelly A: Bed was of good quality, but more firm than medium-firm for my partner and I (back/side sleeper; side/stomach sleeper). Return process went pretty smoothly. Would recommend for those looking for a nice firm mattress!

Cynthis S: Great for growing athletic teenager! My growing son loves and he’s sleeping much better

The first layer is 2 inches of graphite-infused gel memory foam. Graphite and gel effectively pull heat away from the body, providing a cooler, more comfortable sleep for your teen.

Beneath the gel foam is a 3-inch responsive transition foam, offering pressure relief and balanced support. Finally, there is a 5-inch layer of high-density support foam, making the mattress more durable and reinforcing the top layers. The multi-layer foam system provides edge support, meaning your teenager will be comfortable no matter where they sleep on the bed. Your teen also won’t have to worry about the mattress sagging or collapsing.

Bear offers a 10-year warranty on this bed. The warranty protects against any visible and lasting indentations greater than 1 inch, along with physical flaws in the mattress, which would cause the foam to split or crack. All warranties are contingent on the customer using a proper support base with the bed. The warranty does not cover any decrease in the recovery features of the mattress, such as those offered by the Celliant® cover.

The Tuft & Needle Mint mattress is optimal for side sleepers. It’s supportive and promotes healthy spinal alignment, but still a plush mattress. The mattress is a lofty 12 inches and has decent edge support, meaning you can sit at the edge of the mattress without feeling like you’re going to fall off.

People who bought the Tuft and Needle have loved the mattress because of how much their kids enjoy the mattress, here is what some had to say:

Madlibs75: My son has slept soundly on the bed for the past two weeks and he’s really happy. The only part I don’t like is that he’s so much more comfortable that he’s harder to get out of bed on school days!

Sjoo: I sleep with my little son and he loves it more than I do. Its super!

Jessicat: Amazing! All around. My kids are always trying to sleep in my room now too!

The top layer of the Tuft & Needle Hybrid mattress has a 1-inch quilted poly-foam pillow top, which cradles the body without sagging. Next, is a 2-inch layer T&N Adaptive® foam to relieve pressure points and offer even support. A 1-inch layer of microcoils and 1-inch layer of polyfoam act as transitional layers to align the spine.

For support, 6 inches of pocketed coils provide even weight distribution and reduce motion transfer. Pocketed coils also reinforce the sides of the bed for excellent edge support. A 1-inch layer of high-density poly-foam maintains the shape of the mattress.

Features Up to 1,459 individually wrapped support coils placed in 7 ergonomic zones, GOTS-certified organic wool and cotton, and organic latex with the GOLS certification. Soft FSC-certified Talalay latex has been added to the New Box-Top Plush variant.

Parents and teenagers absolutely love the Avocado. Here are just some of the many rave reviews:

Monica S: Very comfortable for my teen son. He says he’s never slept this good.

Rita T: We got two twins for our teens and love them!

Christie G: This is my second mattress purchase, we renovated my teen‘s room and he needed a bigger bed. I upgraded and got him the plush mattress topper, he loves it and I’m jealous, lol

The Avocado Mattress is covered with a 100% organic cotton cover. The company uses GOTS certified cotton, which is soft, breathable, and moisture-wicking. Next is a 2-inch layer of Dunlop latex to conform to the body and relieve pressure points. Dunlop latex also sleeps cooler than traditional memory foam, so your teenager will keep cool at night.

8 inches of individually-wrapped recycled steel coils feature three different gauges, organized into five distinct ergonomic zones to provide pressure relief. These coils reduce motion transfer and distribute weight more evenly across the entire mattress.

Laying down on the mattress with the Unique Contouring Curve design is a distinctive experience. The mattress offers a versatile choice of three firmness options within a single design, allowing for a customizable level of comfort.

The heat dissipation and cooling mattress features are notable, ensuring a consistently cool sleeping surface. The Grand Canyon inspired anti-slip cover adds an extra layer of functionality and aesthetic appeal, providing a secure and visually appealing surface for rest.

Overall, the mattress combines innovative design elements for a comfortable and temperature-regulated sleep experience.

Several people have purchased the Sweet Night Dreamy for their children. Here are some of the rave reviews:

Leonora M: Bought the bed for my son and he loves it so much. His bed is his favorite place in the house LOL!

Teresa T: Bought for my son who is a side & back sleeper. He wanted something soft – but I knew from research he needed something a bit firmer. Great compromise – he is VERY happy.

Elizabeth B: I bought a 12′ Twilight mattress a couple of years ago and it is the best I’ve ever slept on so when my son asked for a new one, I bought him a 12′ mattress that gives you 3 different types of firmnesses to choose from in one mattress. He absolutely loves his mattress!!

This bed is constructed with high-quality materials, including CertiPUR-US Certified Foams, ensuring they meet rigorous standards for safety and environmental performance. Additionally, it is STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX certified, indicating that all components, including fabrics and foams, have been tested for harmful substances.

The breathable Jacquard Cover enhances airflow and adds a comfortable surface for sleep. Notably, this bed is fiberglass-free, providing peace of mind and an extra layer of safety. The combination of these materials ensures a comfortable and health-conscious sleeping environment.