It may be surprising to learn that things like our preferred sleep position, body weight and personal health needs can determine the type of mattress that’s best for us.

More specifically, your body type and weight should be an important factor in your mattress selection process. The mattress that’s best for a smaller adult may not offer the right support and comfort for heavier individuals, and vice versa.

In this guide, we’ll discuss the key features to look for in a mattress for heavy people, as well as highlight the best mattresses for plus-size individuals available at Mattress Firm.

Why Choosing the Right Mattress Matters for Big People

The mattress you sleep on directly impacts sleep quality and comfort, no matter your body weight. For heavier individuals, proper mattress selection is crucial, with factors like firmness, material choice and mattress type being particularly important.

Choosing the right mattress helps keep the body in proper alignment and regulate temperature for a cool and restorative sleep environment. A good mattress not only prevents discomfort and disrupted sleep but also impacts your overall quality of life, helping you wake up without feeling aches, pains or stiffness.

Sleeping on a mattress that’s not meant for larger individuals can cause back pain, general discomfort and excess wear and tear. As such, you may end up needing to replace the mattress quicker than expected, which can be a costly and frustrating process.

Key Features To Look for in a Mattress for Overweight People

Heavier individuals have some unique considerations when it comes to choosing a mattress. It needs to offer proper support and be made with the right materials to prevent premature sagging and signs of wear.

Here are some of the specific characteristics of the best mattresses for heavy people:

• Firmness: Beds for heavy people should be of medium firm or firm support, which helps to prevent sinking and ensure proper spinal support.
• Thickness: The best mattress for a heavy person is at least 12 inches thick, which includes plenty of layers of support and keeps the individual from sagging into the bed.
• Edge support: The best plus-size mattress includes a firm and sturdy edge, making it easier to get in and out of bed.
• Durable materials and construction: A plus-size mattress is made with materials like high-density foam and hybrid construction with innerspring coils for longevity and durability.

What Type of Mattress Is Best for Heavy People?

Each person may have their own preferences for the type of mattress they like best. However, there are a few types that are more suitable for overweight people, as they tend to be the most supportive and durable.

Hybrid Mattresses

Mixing the supportive characteristics of innerspring coils with the comfort and pressure relief of memory foam, a hybrid mattress is often a great choice for large people. They’re also quite versatile in terms of firmness levels, motion isolation and suitability for different sleep positions, making them a good choice for couples in particular.

Innerspring Mattresses

A traditional innerspring mattress is a good option for heavy people concerned about sagging. They typically offer a firmer feel, and the coils provide even support for those at a heavier weight. However, they may not offer enough cushion for side sleepers to rest comfortably.

High-Density Memory Foam Mattresses

Heavier individuals who prefer the feel of memory foam should look for models made with high-density foam. This is a higher-quality option that is more durable than standard memory foam.

Even if you’re considering options with softer comfort layers at the surface, make sure it has a foundation of dense foam to offer adequate support.

What Mattresses Should a Heavy Person Avoid?

Certain types of mattresses may not be suitable for heavier people, lacking ample support to create a comfortable sleep environment. Here are some of the features and characteristics to avoid when looking for a mattress for a heavy person:

• Soft comfort: While a soft, plush mattress may seem appealing, it lacks sufficient support and causes heavy sleepers to sink deeply into the mattresses. This can create pressure points and put strain on the spine and other joints.
• Poor edge support: A mattress with weak edge support minimizes the usable sleep surface, giving individuals the feeling that they may fall or roll off the bed if they get too close to the edge.
• Low-quality foam: Cheap or low-density foam may not offer the support that larger individuals need, being quick to compress and lose its shape.

Our Top 10 Best Mattresses for Large & Heavy People in 2025

Continue reading for our list of recommended mattresses for heavy people, all available at Mattress Firm. Designed for optimal support, comfort and durability, we have options to cater to all firmness preferences and sleep positions.

Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt 13” Firm Mattress

What We Like

Sleeping on the Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt 13” Firm Mattress is a truly luxurious experience. It contains 20% more of the brand’s trademarked TEMPUR-Material compared to the ProAdapt series, adding extra support for heavy sleepers.

Thanks to its five-zone ergonomic support layers, this mattress effortlessly contours to the body while keeping pressure consistent across the sleep surface to alleviate aches, pains and stiffness.

Couples, in particular, will like this mattress, as it provides superior motion isolation. You won’t be disturbed by your partner’s tossing and turning or any energetic furry friends who might share a bed with you.

Features

• Firm comfort
• 13” mattress height
• 5 cm Ventilated Advanced Relief
• 7 cm TEMPUR-Material
• 8 cm Ergonomic Support Layer
• SmartClimate Cover System

What Customers Are Saying

“My husband and I love this mattress. It is the best mattress we have purchased. He doesn’t have any more back pain. It supports our body. I love the memory of the mattress. I would give it a 5 star.” – Henson

“My husband does not toss and turn at night. We both have a lot less aches and pains in the middle.” – Anonymous

“Very comfortable mattress. Soft, firm and supportive all at the same time. Perfect combination!” – Teresa

Beautyrest Silver BRS900-C 13.75” Extra Firm Mattress

What We Like

If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly mattress for big people, check out the Beautyrest Silver BRS900-C 13.75” Extra Firm Mattress. It’s specially designed to maintain its shape and comfort qualities over its lifespan, backed by a 10-year limited warranty.

This mattress is a great option for back and stomach sleepers who want to feel supported, not like they’re sinking into the bed. It’s made with dynamic response memory foam to keep you cradled as you move throughout the night, plus pocketed innerspring coils to offer the exceptional support you’re looking for.

As a bonus, this mattress includes added gel memory foam lumbar support to keep the spine in proper alignment. It’s also made with DualCool Plus Technology to help regulate temperature and wick moisture away from the body for a cool and comfortable night’s rest.

Features

• Extra firm comfort
• 13.75” mattress height
• 1” AirCool Foam
• 1.5” plus comfort foam
• 0.5” dynamic response memory foam
• 900 Series Firm Pocketed Coil
• Gel memory foam lumbar support
• DualCool Technology

What Customers Are Saying

“Love it!!! Don’t know why I waited so long to make this purchase.” – Cyndi R.

“Great mattress at a great price. Definitely on the firm side, but I don’t want a middle-saggy mattress or one that will get too soft too quickly …” – Anonymous

“It’s one of the best purchases that I have ever made. The extra firm mattress offers the support that I need. It is so very comfortable.” – CJ B.

Serta iComfort Aspire 14” Medium Mattress

What We Like

The Serta iComfort Aspire 14” Medium Mattress is a clear favorite among Mattress Firm customers, boasting only four and five-star reviews. With medium comfort, it’s suitable for all sleep positions and offers a balance of cushion and sturdy support.

The mattress is made with a five ZoneResponse Design that keeps the body in proper alignment from head to toe. This helps to alleviate common sleep problems like snoring and sleep apnea, as body weight is evenly supported across the mattress.

What makes it one of the best mattresses for big people is that it includes a layer of dense Deep Reaction Max Memory Foam to create a strong and sturdy foundation, preventing the dreaded sinking sensation.

It also includes two layers of cooling foam technology to dissipate heat and contour the body for targeted pressure relief. Plus, it has Serta’s trademarked CoolFeel Fabric, so you won’t have to worry about overheating when sleeping on this mattress.

Features

• Medium comfort
• 14” mattress height
• 1” EverCool Supreme Memory Foam
• 1.5” Deep Reaction Max Memory Foam
• 2” Perfect Conform Memory Foam
• 1” comfort foam
• 1.5” 5-ZoneResponse Foam
• 7” Serta Foam Core
• CoolFeel fabric

What Customers Are Saying

“Just buy it. You won’t regret it at all.” – Kali A.

“This mattress is like royalty. Best mattress ever owned.” – Jennifer G.

“Very comfy with good back support.” – Dennis D.

Stearns & Foster Estate 14.5” Firm Mattress

What We Like

There’s a lot to like about the Stearns & Foster Estate 14.5” Firm Mattress as a heavier individual. Its tall mattress height, hybrid construction and PrecisionEdge Support deliver a supportive sleep environment and long-lasting comfort.

A standout feature of this mattress is its AirVent system, helping to increase airflow and draw away heat from the body. Not to mention, when paired with the TEMPUR-Ergo Power Base, the bed will automatically raise the head when it senses snoring to restore your quiet and tranquil sleep environment.

Did we mention it’s hand-crafted? No detail is spared with a Stearns & Foster mattress. With sturdy support provided by the high-quality innerspring system and TEMPUR-IndulgeMemory Foam layers for comfort and pressure relief, this bed helps you sleep deep and pain-free.

Features

• Firm comfort
• 14.5” mattress height
• Sustainably-sourced Tencel Cover
• Tempur-Indulge Memory Foam
• Intellicoil Innersprings with PrecisionEdge Support
• AirVent System

What Customers Are Saying

“Very comfortable, firm but not hard. Happy with the purchase.” – JT S.

“Excellent, comfortable king bed. Firm mattress for those who prefer that over softer feels.” – GJL

"Finally a good night’s rest with minimal pain in the morning.” – Josiah

Purple RestorePremier CoolTouch 13” Hybrid Mattress

What We Like

Purple is an innovator when it comes to mattress technology, and the Purple RestorePremier CoolTouch 13” Hybrid Mattress is no exception.

Pairing the brand’s trademarked GelFlex Grid with its CoolFlex Coils system makes it one of the best beds for heavy people. Combined, these incredible features offer great pressure point relief, breathability and full-body support across the sleep surface, with a cool-to-the-touch cover that’s only available at Mattress Firm.

The GelFlex Grid conforms to each body for customized support, with a layer of Adaptive Ultra Comfort Foam for extra cradling comfort as you readjust your sleep position. For added convenience, this mattress is delivered in a box, making it easy to move and set up.

Features

• Medium comfort
• 13” mattress height
• 3” GelFlex Grid
• 3” Ultra Comfort Foam
• 7” Edge-to-Edge CoolFlex Coils
• 3” soft comfort foam top
• SoftFlex Cool Touch Cover

What Customers Are Saying

“I have had the best night’s sleep since purchasing my Purple mattress. Feels like I’m being cradled in a cloud!” – Anonymous

“I have been having some of the best sleep I have had in a long time…” – Anonymous

“For me, this is the perfect bed. It has the softness of a soft mattress, the type of comfort my body loves, with the support of a firm mattress, the type of accommodation my joints need …” – Joseph B.

Sealy Posturepedic Plus Norman II 15” Medium Euro Top Mattress

What We Like 

One of the newest Sealy models, the Sealy Posturepedic Plus Norman II 15” Medium Euro Top Mattress lives up to the brand’s reputation for offering high-quality hybrids at a value price.

The highlight of this mattress is its durability and support, which makes it a good mattress for an overweight person. It’s made with exclusive PrecisionFit Coils conveniently placed to keep the body in proper alignment throughout the night and a DuraFlex Coil Edge that maximizes the sleep surface.

This sturdy support is enhanced by a layer of SealyComfort Gel Memory Foam. This cushiony foam layer contours to the shoulders and hips and keeps body weight evenly distributed across the mattress to prevent stiffness and aches.

Features

• Medium comfort
• 15” mattress height
• 2.5” SealyComfort Gel Memory Foam
• 2” SealySupport Gel Memory Foam
• 1” base foam
• 8” PrecisionFit Coils
• DuraFlex Coil Edge
• MoistureProtect Cover with Surface-Guard Technology

What Customers Are Saying

100% 5-star reviews

Beautyrest PressureSmart 2.0 Hybrid Medium 13” Mattress

What We Like

If you’re looking for pain relief and comfort as a heavier individual, the Beautyrest PressureSmart 2.0 Hybrid Medium 13” Mattress might be just what you need. It’s one of the best mattresses for overweight side sleepers, while firmer options lack the extra cushion around the hips and shoulders in this sleep position.

In fact, customers report up to 35% more pressure relief in the hip from the exclusive CarbonBoost Memory Foam in this bed (when compared to the Firm PressureSmart model).

This is also a great mattress model for those who sleep hot. It features three layers of cooling technology in the cover, woven fibers and carbon foam for an extra refreshing feeling that helps you drift off and stay asleep.

Features

• Medium comfort
• 13” mattress height
• 1” CarbonBoost Memory Foam
• 1” Beautyrest Gel Memory Foam
• 2” GelTouch Foam
• 1000 Series Plush Pocketed Coil
• 1” Energy Foam
• BeautyEdge
• InfiniCool Plus Surface

What Customers Are Saying

93% of customers were happy with their purchase

“So far so good! The mattress feels great around my body. It’s plush but firm and I’ve slept well every night. I would highly recommend it!” – Hally

“Comfortable mattress with a true medium feel that is just right.” – John F.

“Wonderfully responsive to movement and quite comfortable.” – Nova N.

“My husband and I are sleeping very comfortably on our new mattress and are very happy with it.” – Kathy S.

Beautyrest Black Series Three 15.25” Medium Mattress

What We Like

Great for all sleepers, the Beautyrest Black Series Three 15.25” Medium Mattress is best for those seeking a balance of pressure relief and support.

It offers layers upon layers of luxurious comfort foam and temperature management technology, with support from the brand’s trademarked Triple-Stranded Pocketed Coil Technology—the brand’s most advanced support system.

For even more responsiveness and custom support, opt for the upgrade of the Self-Response Latex layer. It provides further pressure point relief, effortlessly hugging your body’s curves as you move around.

Features

• Medium comfort
• 15.25” mattress height
• 1.5” SurfaceTouch Gel Memory Foam
• 0.75” GelTouch Foam
• 0.5” Micro Diamond Memory Foam
• 1.5” Self-Response Latex
• 1.5” GelEmbrace HD Foam
• 8” Triple-Stranded Pocketed Coil Technology
• 1.5” Medium Comfort Foam Base Layer

What Customers Are Saying

“No adjustment period like with most mattresses. I was comfortable from night one.” – Denise W. 

“Great mattress, comfy and supportive. Hoping it lasts for years!” – Anthony C.

“Probably the best mattress we have ever had. It is beyond comfortable for both of us. Great night’s sleep and worth every penny!” – Donna G.

Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid High Point 14” Firm Mattress

What We Like

The Sealy Posturepedic Plus Hybrid High Point 14” Firm Mattress offers everything you’re looking for in a hybrid mattress. Its supportive and durable coil system creates the spinal support you need, with several memory foam layers for cushion and comfort.

Our Sleep Experts see it as a great option for back and stomach sleepers and highlight its top-tier coil system that’s made to last.

As Sealy’s premium hybrid model, this mattress is made with high-density encased coils, in addition to its highest-quality cooling and pressure-relieving memory foam. This is combined with the reinforced coil edge and cooling antibacterial cover for all-around comfort.

Features

• Firm comfort
• 14” mattress height
• 1.5” ComfortSense Premium Memory Foam with SealyChill
• 2” ComfortSense Premium Memory Foam
• 1.5” SealySupport Gel Foam Firm
• Duraflex Pro Edge
• 1090 Zoned Response Pro HD Encased Coil
• Response Pro HD Zoned Coil System
• 1” SealySupport Gel Foam

What Customers Are Saying

“We love our new mattress! Very comfortable. Perfect firmness for our aching backs!” – Shelley M.

“I finally found a mattress that gives me a good night’s sleep. I am very picky and didn’t think I’d ever find enough support that didn’t just feel hard …” – C. B.

“This bed is heaven on legs. Molds to your body and gives you a comfortable sleep as well as supports you.” – Anonymous

Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-ProAdapt 12” Medium Mattress

What We Like

The Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-ProAdapt 12” Medium Mattress is the more affordable, less firm alternative to the LuxeAdapt series highlighted above. Still, the ProAdapt and its layer of contouring Advanced Relief material deliver up to 20% more pressure relief compared to standard TEMPUR-Material.

What makes this bed great is that it provides advanced pressure relief for all sleep positions while also limiting motion disruptions from sleep partners. This makes it one of the best mattresses for an overweight couple, as each person can rest comfortably even if they have different preferred sleep positions.

To top it off, the mattress is made with ventilated material for optimal airflow and breathability. And, it has a machine-washable SmartClimate Cover that draws away heat from the body to create a comfortable and refreshing environment for all-night relaxation.

Features

• Medium comfort
• 12” mattress height
• 4 cm Ventilated Advanced Relief
• 5 cm TEMPUR-Material
• 82 cm base foam
• SmartClimate Cover System

What Customers Are Saying

“Nice and firm. It conforms to my figure as I lay in it.” – Chris K.

“Amazing, best sleep of my life. Don’t snore or wake my spouse up with getting in and out of bed.” – E.V.

“This mattress lives up to the hype. It is SO comfortable and a quality product. Well worth the investment.” – Anonymous

Best Mattress Accessories for Heavy People

Aside from choosing a quality mattress, the following accessories can enhance comfort and support for heavier individuals:

Mattress Toppers

Heavy individuals tend to purchase firmer mattress models that offer great support but may lack a bit of cushion. Those who prefer a softer feeling sleep surface may add a plush topper for extra comfort.

Mattress Protectors

Antimicrobial mattress protectors are a great accessory for any mattress, including those for large people. They help to keep the mattress safe from any pests, allergens and moisture, ensuring a clean and hygienic environment that promotes restful sleep.

It also works to prevent excessive wear and tear, like staining and moisture damage, helping to extend the life of the mattress.

Supportive Pillows

Another great sleep accessory for heavy sleepers is a supportive pillow. However, there’s no pillow that’s universally best for all sleepers.

Depending on your preferred sleep position, you need to find a pillow that’s the right height to keep your head and neck aligned with your spine, with enough cushion to keep you comfortable.

Adjustable Bases

If your mattress is compatible with adjustable bases, this can be a great way to enhance your sleep environment. Just make sure to look for a high-weight capacity bed base.

An adjustable base allows you to effortlessly raise your head and feet to read or watch TV more comfortably. Plus, it offers targeted support and pain relief while also helping to reduce snoring.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)