The 8 Best Cooling Mattress Toppers To Regulate Your Sleep Temperature

Material: Graphite-infused memory foam | Height: 3 inches | Trial: 180 nights | Cooling features: Graphite-infused foam, cotton cover

Pros:

• Cooling and breathable materials
• Antimicrobial treatment
• Longer at-home trial than most options

Cons:

• Only one-year warranty

This memory foam mattress topper from Saatva is infused with graphite, which helps pull heat away from your body to keep you cool, according to the brand. Its cover is made from organic cotton, which is more breathable than other fabrics for a bit of extra cooling-oomph.

It’s CertiPUR-US-certified, meaning the materials used are low in potentially harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other compounds that could be detrimental to your health. The certification also means that there should be minimal “new bed smell” with this mattress topper.

The whole topper is treated with antimicrobial botanicals—making it a great fit for hot, sweaty sleepers—even though we still recommend using a mattress protector. At 3 inches tall, it’s a decent additional cushion and is designed to offer body-hugging comfort. Saatva also offers a latex topper and a high-density foam option.

What the reviews say: Reviewers say this topper is plush and particularly great for making firm mattresses feel a little softer. They also say it stays cool. One reviewer says, “It does not generate heat at all.” Another adds it’s a “wonderful” cooling topper, saying, “My body gets hot, and then the heat dissipates. Other cooling toppers didn’t work because the foam would retain the heat—not this one. I highly recommend.”

Material: Memory foam | Height: 2 or 3 inches | Trial: N/A | Cooling features: Gel-infused memory foam

Pros:

• Budget-friendly cost 
• Two thickness options for different sleep preferences

Cons:

• Needs 72 hours to fully expand

This mattress topper from Amazon Basics is significantly less expensive than the other options on this list, with most sizes clocking in at less than $100. It’s fairly no-frills, with just a single layer of CertiPUR-US gel-infused memory foam. It can make your bed feel softer, and the gel is supposed to provide cooling. However, reviewers say it can still be a little warm. Still, for around $75, this topper is tough to beat in terms of price. 

You can choose between a 2- or 3-inch version depending on how much extra pressure relief you’re wanting.

What the reviews say: “It’s very comfortable, especially for the price,” says one reviewer. “The topper is very porous, thus allowing air circulation,” writes another reviewer. “I am delighted at how well this design works. I’m hot-natured and miserable on a ‘body-heated’ mattress. Thanks to the porous topper, I’m repositioning less and sleep more soundly.”

Material: Organic latex and wool | Height: 2 inches | Trial: 100 nights | Cooling features: Latex, wool layer, cotton topper

Pros:

• Made from high-quality materials
• Two firmness options for different sleep positions
• Backed by a 10-year warranty

Cons:

• Bigger investment than many other options

Avocado is known for its organic offerings, and this topper is no exception. The topper is completely organic and made from natural latex, which is known for its cool sensation. However, this option is significantly more expensive than most. It’s crafted from Global Organic Latex Standards (GOLS)-certified latex and Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS)-certified wool and cotton. It’s also Greenguard Gold-certified. These certifications demonstrate that the Avocado topper is truly eco-friendly and also extremely low in potentially harmful chemicals. You can choose between plush or firm options. The brand recommends the plush for side sleepers and the firm for back and stomach sleepers.

The cotton cover is breathable, and the wool layer is naturally moisture-wicking, which can help you stay dry at night. Latex itself can also help keep you from overheating since its less-dense cell structure makes it more breathable than synthetic foams.  

What the reviews say: “The latex topper is of excellent quality and adds a nice touch of firmness to the mattress,” says one reviewer, with another adding, “I love that it’s naturally cool on your skin.” Many also comment on the high-quality materials: “I am very sensitive to the chemicals in mattress material,” says one buyer. “The mattress topper is so nice and is completely safe for me to sleep on.”

Material: Gel-infused memory foam | Height: 3 inches | Trial: No | Cooling features: Grooved memory foam, cooling cover

Pros:

• Grooved surface for extra air circulation
• Covered with cool-touch fabric
• Includes deep-pocket mattress cover

Cons:

• Returns subject to restocking fee

The GhostBed Memory Foam Topper is made from 3 inches of CertiPUR-US-certified gel-infused memory foam, which is designed to help dissipate body heat. Additionally, it contains grooves in several different patterns, based on natural weight distribution. This can help the memory foam better contour to your body and also keep air circulating.

This mattress topper has a deep pocket cover to help it stay on taller mattresses, and the top of the cover is made from GhostBed’s cool-to-the-touch “Ghost Ice” fabric, which is made from a blend of cooling synthetic fibers. However, there’s no trial period, so if you return this topper, shipping costs and a restocking fee would be deducted from your refund.

What the reviews say: One customer says, “The foam is not too firm nor too squishy, and the cover is very cool to the touch.” Another reviewer says, “In addition to the support it gives me, I don’t get too hot during the night.”

Material: Memory foam | Height: 2 inches | Trial: 100 nights | Cooling features: Vented foam

Pros:

• Adds cushion while still being supportive
• Cover helps prevent sheets from bunching
• Three-year warranty
• Greenguard Gold-certified

Cons:

• May not be as cooling as other options

If you appreciate a firm mattress but still find it a little uncomfortable for pressure points like your shoulders and hips, this topper may be a good fit. It adds a little softness, but not so much that you feel like you’re sinking into it—thanks to Tuft & Needle’s structured memory foam. One Forbes Vetted editor who’s slept on a Tuft & Needle Mattress says the brand’s foams are quite firm and offer a great option for folks who prefer that sensation to a soft one. This memory foam is also less dense than other foams, making it more breathable and cooling.

Additionally, the topper is made from CertiPUR-US-certified foam, and the entire topper is Greenguard Gold-certified—so it’s low in potentially harmful chemicals and VOCs. All in all, we think it’s a great choice for anyone who wants a bit more cushion without making their mattress feel like a marshmallow.

What the reviews say: Reviewers confirm that this topper is ideal for firm mattresses: “Adds a nice soft top layer to our firm, supportive mattress. This mattress topper was exactly what we were looking for.” Another reviewer says, “I think it helps keep you cool and provides additional comfort and cushioning.”

Material: Memory foam and microfiber | Height: 5 inches | Trial: 100 nights | Cooling features: Cross-cut foam

Pros:

• Plush, breathable construction
• Thick straps keep topper in place
• Shredded memory foam prevents clumping

Cons:

• No special cooling features
• Shipping isn’t free

This mattress topper from Coop Sleep Goods has a baffle box construction, making it look like an extra thick quilted blanket. Coop describes it as “lots of tiny pillows.” Each compartment contains a blend of cross-cut memory foam and microfiber, which provides more airflow than a solid piece of dense memory foam—especially paired with the baffle box format.

Although there’s nothing uniquely “cooling” about this topper, it provides 5 inches of plushness and features good ventilation to help keep you from overheating. The foam is also CertiPUR-US and Greenguard Gold-certified.

What the reviews say: “I immediately noticed that I don’t get as hot when I sleep,” says one reviewer. Another says, “My husband always complains about hot pillows, and I was afraid that the mattress topper would be hot—but not one complaint.” People also mention that it maintains its thick, fluffy feel: “We rotate it every couple of months to make sure it wears evenly, but honestly it holds its shape really well. Even after a few years it stays nice and thick.”

Material: Steel microcoils and foam | Height: 3.8 inches | Trial: 100 n