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1. A soft, breathable natural latex foam topper with enough support to prevent you from feeling like you're sinking into the bed, if that's not really your thing. And the brand says it's especially great for side sleepers!
Promising reviews: "My hubby and I bought a new overpriced mattress that was supposed to help with our morning lower back pain. (We are both seniors and suffer with osteoarthritis). The mattress was a total fail. Our back pain was even worse. Decided to keep mattress and buy a topper. Did some research and decided a latex topper may be a better choice over the memory foam. So glad I did!! We have had the mattress topper for a week and my hubby and I wake up with little to no back pain! This topper feels so different from memory foam. It's soft yet firm. Weird, I know. Very supportive. Love going to bed knowing we will wake up with less to no pain." —Deb OKC
"After years of back pain and two surgeries, this latex is the answer to a good night's sleep. There is no indentation, which means everything. I love it." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $100+ (available in 1-, 2, and 3-inch thicknesses, six sizes, and with and without a cover).
2. Or the firm version of the same latex topper if you're looking for even more support. This pick has got your back — literally.
Promising review: "I looked at this latex topper many times and found it difficult to justify the cost. Well now I’m kicking myself for not buying sooner, as it is AWESOME! I love a firm topper and hate sinking in so got the 3” firm and it is outstanding! So comfortable and supportive! If you struggle with back pain and/or achy joints, this was a life-changer for me and well worth the price." —Tracy
Get it fro Amazon for $120+ (available in 1-, 2, and 3-inch thicknesses, six sizes, and with and without a cover).
3. A 2-inch Tuft & Needle mattress topper designed to keep you cool and help relieve pressure points. It's a splurge, but also a small price to pay for finally waking up feeling well-rested rather than achy and crabby.
If you order directly from the brand, you'll get a 100-night trial, a 10-year limited warranty, and free returns (from Amazon, it's a 3-year limited warranty).
Promising review: "This mattress topper has given me pain-free mornings! I replaced another name-brand topper with this Tuft & Needle topper based on a friend’s recommendation and she was so right. I have severe back pain along with adult scoliosis. I wake up pain-free with this topper." —Anonymous
Get it from Tuft & Needle for $170+ (available in five sizes) or Amazon for $144+ (available in six sizes).
4. A breathable Serta topper made with memory foam and cooling ThermaGel particles that's a tried-and-true option great for any sleeping position. Just ask the over 5,000 people who've rated it 5 stars!
Promising review: "Finally no back pain. This topper is the best thing I have ever bought!! I struggle with horrible joint and back pain even rib pain when I sleep on a bad mattress. I have tried all different ones and nothing was giving me what I needed. This purchase was my last attempt to sleep comfortably and help with noise from tossing and turning (my bed frame is metal). I have had zero back or joint pain with this topper, I sleep sounder and don’t move. I went to a friend’s to stay for a few days and was I so much pain from the bed I couldn’t wait to come home to my bed. I tell people about this topper all the time so they can get one." —Arianne Cde baca
Get it from Amazon for $49+ (available in 2- and 3-inch thicknesses and six sizes).
5. A 2-inch down alternative topper that's hypo-allergenic and machine washable 🙌 because we love convenient comfort. Yes please to making your old mattress actually fit for sleeping on again.
Promising reviews: "Bought this topper for a last-minute guest staying over the holidays for a mattress that was extremely uncomfortable (bad choice purchase) and this was literally like sleeping on a cloud. It cradles your body. I have chronic back pain and this was more comfortable than the $3,000 Tempur-Pedic mattress. I'm planning to buy more for the kids' rooms. Excellent product." —Brent Financial Group, LLC
"Have a Sleep Number bed that's 4-years-old and for the last six months have woken up with lower back ache every morning! Nothing seemed to help. Received this and a miracle....no more backache. Highly recommend. Does not move on mattress and high quality at a great price!" —Mary Kate
Get it from Amazon for $64.99+ (available in full and queen sizes).
6. A ventilated memory foam version for maximum airflow as you snooze — yes please. The bamboo-rayon cover with adjustable elastic straps will make it feel extra luxe and ensure a perfect fit with minimal slipping even as you toss and turn while you dream about Chris Evans 🤤.
The cover is machine washable!
Promising reviews: "I have spinal stenosis, which makes sleeping on my back a challenge. Two hours is usually my limit for sleeping before I have to sit up to relieve the pain, but this topper allows me to sleep for six hours before the pain starts. It's not ideal, but it's a vast improvement. I highly recommend this topper for anyone who has back, hip, or knee pain when sleeping." —Mariellen Wood
"Nothing will ever take all of my back pain away, but the ViscoSoft 3 mattress topper has certainly lessened the intensity. I haven’t had any of the problems I read in the negative reviews. There was a little bit of a chemical smell when first removing from packaging, but I was able to sleep on it the day it arrived. It fully expanded within a couple of hours. I would definitely recommended this topper." —Sarah R
Get it from Amazon for $119.95+ (available in five sizes).
7. The pressure-relieving Adapt Topper by ultimate memory foam brand Tempur-Pedic for a luxe pick that's worth it. It is super durable, comes with a 10-year warranty, is made with moisture-wicking material, and has a washable cover that helps it resist dust mites and allergens. Consider it a major investment in your comfort that's *still* way cheaper than getting a new mattress.
The secure straps fit mattresses up to 13" deep.
Promising reviews: "I was l skeptical about how well this topper would work but after a week I am glad that I bought it. Our mattress was a few years old and needed a boost because we were waking up with back pain. I was wary of getting Temper-Pedic because I had heard that it was hot to sleep on. Our topper has been cool and our back pain has been alleviated. We are sleeping very soundly. Strongly recommend." —Tempur-Pedic customer
"This purchase was the best purchase I have ever made. I have the Tempur Adapt topper and it has significantly improved my sleep and relieved my body of pains from my back, hips, and legs. For years I suffered with sciatic pain and I have not had a sciatic attack since my purchase. I thought when I bought my Sleep Number bed that it would help with the pain, but I was gravely disappointed. I unplugged my Sleep Number bed once I added my topper and found that not only did it relieve my pain, but it is very comfortable, helps me relax, and now when I get out of bed, I feel totally refreshed and well-rested." —Tempur-Pedic customer
Get it from Tempur-Pedic for $255.20+ (originally $319+; available in six sizes and with or without cooling technology).
8. A two-in-one topper that combines two inches of memory foam with two inches of pillow top for maximum squishy, cozy goodness. Because why pick just one topper style?
And the pillow top layer is machine washable and helps hold the memory foam layer in place — score!
Promising review (for "plush support" style): "Rarely do I take the time to leave a review. But this case I felt I must. I suffer from back pain, and this new topper is just simply amazing for me. I have not slept so well in a very long time. It’s very comfortable and supportive, and as I said above, I wake up without back pain. First time in years. We have a very firm mattress underneath, did this on purpose. The last topper was OK, this topper is amazing. Highly recommend it." —Sarah Machol
Get it from Amazon for $109.99+ (available in five sizes, two thicknesses, and three styles: "cool comfort," "enhanced support," or "plush support").
9. A 3-inch pillow-top pick from luxe brand Birch that's sustainably made with organic and natural materials. More deets that make it worth the splurge? It is moisture-wicking and pressure-relieving, plus comes with a 100-night trial and 10-year limited warranty!
It's spot-clean only.
Promising reviews: "Bought this because I’ve had back pain while sleeping for quite a while now. I’ve researched quite a few toppers and this one has checked off all the points for someone under 130 pounds. My husband wanted something cooling, and while this is extremely comfortable, it also does not retain heat. Very recommended!" —Aleksandra D.
"Excellent topper! Helps with back pain as it relieves pressure!" —Kimberly M.
Get it from Birch for $349+ (available in six sizes).
10. A gel-infused, swirl-pattern memory foam pick made with heat-dissipating, temperature regulating beads, a thick density, and medium-firmness. It even has some reviewers happy that they broke up with their old topper and that they didn't splurge on a whole new mattress.
Promising reviews: "I was suffering from back pain due to a bad mattress and I didn’t want to purchase a new one so I ordered this, and what a world of difference it made! My back is so thankful for this! Three-inch was perfect." —Karen B.
"I have severe back pain from congenital narrowing in the spine. I've had trouble sleeping because the pain is so intense and I can't get comfortable. This mattress cushion fixed that! I am able to sleep 6–7 hours now. It is so comfortable that I fall right to sleep when I lay down. It's a game-changer for me. Buy it." —Amazonian😍
Get it from Amazon for $56.99+ (available in 2-, 3-, and 4-inch thicknesses and six sizes).
11. A cooling-gel-infused, pressure-relieving memory foam topper that just might make anyone who even plops on your bed for a second ~gel~ous of the comfort. Another envy-worthy feature? Most sizes are under $100!
Promising reviews: "No more sleepless nights. I was starting to suffer from insomnia because I have a slightly old box spring mattress. I started waking up with extreme neck and back pain. Since I’m on a tight budget I couldn’t just go buy a new bed. So I found this and thought I’d give it a try. So far it’s been three days and I have not woken up in the middle of the night and it feels amazing." —Yarixa
"I have been having terrible hip pain for over a year, especially early in the mornings. I have been sleeping on this 2-inch pad a little over a month. My hip pain is completely gone! My partner no longer has back/shoulder pain when he sleeps at my house. He says it feels like sleeping on a cloud. If you’re on the fence, order it. You won’t regret it!" —Kathryn
Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in 2- or 3-inch depth, eight bed sizes, and with or without a cover).
12. A 3-inch topper with memory foam, cooling gel, a bamboo fiber cover, adjustable straps, and over 3,000 5-star ratings from satisfied snoozers. You can even choose between different colors for the sleekest look under your sheets. Win, win, win!
The cover is machine washable!
Promising review: "Life changing!!! This product is with no exaggeration my best purchase. Due to a back injury almost 30 years ago, I have chronic pain. I would wake up 4–5 times a night due to pain and have to shift positions to stretch my back. It's gotten worse in the last 10 years overnight and I have always been a sound sleeper. My mother (also with back injury) bought one and immediately forced me to go buy one. I have not slept this well in years. I now sleep through the night again without awaking due to pain. I have other name-brand memory foam mattresses in the house and they are nothing like this. 400 million stars. It had a slight smell but dissipated within a day or two. For reviews speaking toward longevity, instructions say to rotate it. So make sure you do. I've only had it a month now so I cant speak regarding longevity." —SG49678
Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in six sizes and three colors).
13. A 3-inch, air-circulating, memory foam topper from fan-fave brand Casper that's got a lovely plush top layer and a woven gray cover that just plain LOOKS cozy. Go ahead — in this case, it's okay to judge a topper by its cover.
Note that the cover is not meant to be removed and should be spot cleaned rather than machine washed.
Promising reviews: "Don’t hesitate to buy this topper. It is well worth the price. Back and leg pains have disappeared, and it is so comfortable." —Kindle Customer
"I'm not going to lie, I was skeptical because I've purchased other mattress toppers in the past and ended up with neck or back pain. This mattress topper is so comfortable and there is absolutely no pain sleeping on it. My sleep has improved, and when I wake up in the morning I don't feel groggy or like I didn't get enough rest. I'm considering buying one for the rest of the heads in our house and other Casper products." —Michelle Quay
Get it from Amazon for $159.20+ (available in six sizes).
14. A green-tea-infused pick that won't just make your bed extra comfy — the charcoal and green tea components can help absorb moisture and resist odors. Buh-bye, damp, icky smelling bedding and hello fresh and restful vibes.
Promising review: "I was having back pain that didn't respond to exercise or heat. I couldn't figure it out. Then I happened to see a mattress pad and thought that might be worth a try. I searched for a 4" foam pad and found this Zinus pad for sale at a price that beat most of the others. I'm sure the green tea will have some helpful effect but I am loving the pain relief that came with this pad. I didn't have to wait for it to air out as there was no odor from it. The relief arrived by the next morning. I would recommend this product for the benefits and the reasonable price." —Arjelio
Get a 4" twin size from Amazon for $60 and find more sizes, thicknesses, and even cooling versions here.
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