Research suggests that the ideal temperature for sleeping is around 65 degrees Fahrenheit. While there are many factors that contribute to the temperature of your sleep environment, the importance of your mattress shouldn't be underestimated. Mattresses that don't allow room for airflow can trap body heat and lead to an uncomfortably warm night.
If you believe that your mattress could be the culprit for your sleepless nights but you're not prepared to invest in a new one, a high-tech cooling mattress topper may be the best solution. Unlike traditional gel memory foam that eventually traps body heat, advanced solutions like our Breathable Gel Cooling Pad For Chairs & Bedding utilize active thermal regulation to draw heat away from the sleeper. They are designed to lie on top of your mattress, providing a consistently cooler surface for your body to interact with.
We'll cover everything you need to know about selecting the best cooling mattress topper, including our top picks and recommendations on choosing a mattress topper based on material, body type, preferred sleep position, and more.
Our premium Active Liquid Cooling Mattress Topper caters to sleepers who enjoy strong contouring but also need reliable temperature control and a touch of pushback. This model is highly responsive and avoids the heat-trapping pitfalls of average foam toppers due to its unique high-breathability 3D spacer fabric design.
The topper begins with a breathable comfort layer that hugs the body closely without restricting airflow, cradling areas that are prone to painful pressure buildup. Beneath is a dynamic thermal-regulating core-often paired with our specialized Advanced Hybrid Cooling Mattress Protector-that enhances contouring while generating gentle pushback to prevent too much sinkage. The bottom layer is composed of a supportive base that balances cushioning and support. The cover is composed of an advanced phase-change cooling fabric that continuously manages heat transfer.
With an overall thickness designed to optimize airflow, the topper provides a substantial adjustment to your bed surface. The topper earned high marks from the side sleepers on our team, since the supportive design is ideal for cushioning the shoulders and hips without causing heat buildup. It also felt comfortable for back sleepers up to 230 pounds and stomach sleepers under 130 pounds, offering just the right mix of support and cushioning for these groups. The structure absorbs a lot of motion, so the topper is also beneficial for people who are easily awoken by a co-sleeper's movements.
We offer a 100-night sleep trial to test the topper at home. You'll also receive a one-year warranty. Shipping is free throughout the contiguous U.S.