True to their name, organic mattresses are made with certified organic and natural materials that are free of harmful substances. Oftentimes, they’re produced with eco-friendly business practices, as well. We sought out to find the best organic mattresses to consider in 2025, and after testing more than 20 options (plus over 120 traditional mattresses), we found that the Avocado Green mattress is the best organic bed for most people. It holds an impressive lineup of sustainability and safety certifications, plus it excels at providing pressure relief, support and durability for an array of different sleep needs.
Organic mattresses like the Avocado Green and the Amerisleep Organica are made with nontoxic ... [+] materials for a cleaner night's rest.
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While the demand for cleaner sleep continues to grow, it’s still equally important to keep your sleep style front of mind. Whether you’re a side sleeper or someone with back pain concerns, we included nine other organic mattresses that our experts recommend. Just note that natural material isn’t organic unless it meets select criteria, so be on the lookout for key mattress certifications. For more clean, green bedding, check out our guides to the best organic pillows and the best organic sheets.
Type: Latex hybrid | Organic certifications: GOTS and GOLS | Firmness: Firm (7), medium (6) or plush (4) | Trial: 365 nights | Warranty: 25 years
Pros:
Holds a dozen eco-conscious certifications
Made with certified organic latex, wool and cotton
Available in three comfort levels
Cons:
Heavy and difficult to move
Medium and plush models cost more than the firm
The Avocado Green earned our title for the best organic mattress overall because every detail is made with sustainability in mind. The mattress sports an impressive number of eco-conscious certifications, including ones from Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS), Made Safe and Greenguard Gold, indicating that all the materials used are free of harmful substances. Not to mention, it’s Fair Trade certified, meaning that the factories used to assemble the mattress promote sustainable practices, safe working conditions and livable wages.
The best part: These organic and eco-friendly certifications don’t come at the expense of comfort. During testing, we found that the Avocado Green is supportive with a lifted feel. The standard firm model is a good choice for stomach sleepers, while the medium and plush varieties are a better pick for back and side sleepers who need a bit more pressure relief. One of our mattress testers, who slept on the plush version of the Avocado Green, said “it’s extremely soft and has a cloud-like feel. It’s easy to move around on the mattress and change positions without the feeling of getting ‘stuck,’ like you might with memory foam.” That said, the medium and plush models do come at an additional cost at $2,099 and $2,899, respectively, when not on sale.
What our writers say: “I tested the standard firm version of the Avocado Green, and I was immediately impressed with the bed’s buoyant feel,” says mattress updates writer Alexandra Garrett. “Whether I laid on my stomach, back or side, I felt comfortable, lifted and supported.” For further insights, read our Avocado Green Mattress review.
Best Organic Mattress For Combination Sleepers
Medium-Firm And Comfortable In Most Positions
Birch
Birch Natural (Queen)
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Combination sleepers need a mattress that can support most sleeping positions and lets you comfortably shift from one position to the next. Of all the organic mattresses we’ve considered for this list, the Birch Natural mattress impressed us most for combination sleepers because of its versatile medium-firm feel and buoyant support. Plus, it’s made with Greenguard Gold and Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS) certified materials, meaning it’s free of harmful chemicals and substances. Its cotton cover and wool layers add a touch of comfort and breathability, while its organic latex and core of 1,000 individually wrapped coils offer substantial support and pressure relief. If you’re a strict side sleeper though, the Birch Natural Luxe is a better choice due to its softer feel.
What our editors say: “Birch delivers a true latex foam feel that makes you feel lifted and supported with just enough cushion from the wool batting to provide ample comfort and pressure relief,” says sleep and mattress editor McKenzie Dillon. “As a stomach sleeper I find the mattress supportive and comfortable, but it’s likely too firm for those who favor their side.”
Best Organic Mattress For Side Sleepers
Pressure-Relieving Yet Supportive
Amerisleep
Amerisleep Organica (Queen)
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Type: Latex hybrid | Organic certifications: None | Firmness: Medium (6) | Trial: 100 nights | Warranty: 20 years
Pros:
Ample pressure relief
Medium feel to cushion joints
Rainforest Alliance and Eco-Institut certified latex
Cons:
No GOTS or GOLS certification
Motion isolation is just okay
As a diehard side sleeper, I can’t stress enough the importance of a pressure-relieving bed. By cushioning sensitive joints, a side sleeper-friendly mattress eliminates much of the stress felt on the hips and shoulders, which minimizes morning aches and pains. Speaking of which, we found that the Amerisleep Organica is the most ideal organic option for avid side sleepers because it combines coils with wool and Talalay latex comfort layers to provide more pressure relief than you’d expect from a latex hybrid bed. It’s soft enough to cradle your knees, hips and shoulders but supportive enough to keep you in proper alignment. Plus, the latex used inside the mattress is certified by the Rainforest Alliance and Eco-Institut, meaning that it’s sustainably produced, while the wool holds an OEKO-Tex Standard 100 certification, indicating that it’s been tested for harmful substances. Unlike other mattresses in this guide though, the Amerisleep Organica doesn’t currently hold a GOTS or GOLS certification.
According to our sleep experts, a good mattress for back pain needs to provide a balance of pressure relief and support to keep the spine comfortable while in a neutral alignment. Of all the organic mattresses on our list, we felt that the Nolah Natural mattress does this best. The bed is made with pressure-relieving organic Talalay latex, which is great for sleepers with chronic back and joint pain. It also features zoned steel coils at the base of the mattress to deliver targeted support to high-pressure areas along the spine. The mattress excels at regulating body temperature, as well, thanks to its cotton cover and hole-punched latex layers, meaning it’s a good pick for hot sleepers.
What our editors say: “The Nolah Natural reminds me of one of my favorite beds that no longer exists. It offers a bouncy, supportive latex foam feel with more pressure relief and cushion than other models I’ve tested—almost like it’s a blend of memory foam and latex foam,” says Dillon. “It’s also softer than most latex foam mattresses I’ve tested, making it a good option for side and combination sleepers who need a little more give for the hips and shoulders.”
Medium-firm feel accommodates a variety of sleepers
GOLS-certified Dunlop latex
Cons:
Sleeps warmer than Talalay latex beds
While most of the beds on our list are hybrid mattresses, we especially appreciate the balanced all-around feel of the My Green Mattress Kiwi Organic, making it our pick for the best organic hybrid mattress. In particular, we like how it’s both supportive and comfortable with a 7-zone pocketed coil innerspring system and GOLS- and Oeko-Tex-certified Dunlop latex comfort layer. (To note: Dunlop latex tends to be firmer and can sleep warmer than Talalay.) The coils ensure that the body stays in neutral alignment, while the latex layer provides pressure relief for a “best-of-both-worlds” feel that caters to a variety of sleepers. It’s also topped with a quilted GOTS-certified organic cotton and wool mattress cover that lends a touch of breathability.
Best Organic Mattress For Hot Sleepers
Breathable And Naturally Cooling
Saatva
Saatva Latex Hybrid (Queen)
Type: Latex hybrid | Organic certifications: GOTS and GOLS | Firmness: Medium (6) | Trial: 365 nights | Warranty: Lifetime
Pros:
Supportive, buoyant feel
Breathable coil base
Organic latex, cotton and wool sleeps cool
Cons:
Returns cost $99
Made to order; takes longer to ship
Hot sleepers need a mattress that keeps them cool and curbs the dreaded night sweats. While most latex mattresses naturally sleep cooler than their memory foam counterparts, our favorite organic mattress for hot sleepers is the Saatva Latex Hybrid. It’s almost made entirely of sustainable materials that are certified organic, natural and recycled. In fact, the mattress holds certifications from GOTS, GOLS, Eco-Institut and Greenguard Gold. Its zoned pocketed coils are made with recycled steel, while its comfort layers are made of certified organic latex, cotton and wool. The combination of the bed’s moisture-wicking, eco-friendly materials and breathable coil base makes the Saatva Latex Hybrid among the coolest organic mattresses on the market.
What our editors say: “The Saatva Latex Hybrid tested well for responsiveness—its buoyant feel makes it easy to move around on,” says senior mattress editor Bridget Chapman. “I found it to have a slightly firmer feel, which is most comfortable while back or stomach sleeping. It also showed strong edge support, so you can sit or sleep near the edge of the bed without issue.”
Not a huge difference between medium-firm and firm sides
The regular Plank Firm is our all-around favorite firm mattress of 2025, and the natural version of this bed adds a few eco-conscious touches to appeal to sustainable-mined sleepers. The mattress features organic cotton and wool at the very top and bottom of the bed, while the middle has layers of natural latex and a core of encased coils. Like the Plank Firm, the Plank Firm Natural mattress is supportive and durable. It also features a flippable design that allows you to choose between a medium-firm feel, which the brand rates a 6 out of 10 on its firmness scale, and a firmer feel that’s rated an 8 out of 10. The medium-firm side is best for back sleepers who need both lift and cushioning, while the firm side is best for stomach sleepers who need optimal support.
What our editors say: “Both sides of the Plank Firm Natural had a similar firm feel—with the extra-firm side being just a touch firmer,” says Chapman. “It’s a really bouncy bed, so combination sleepers can move around with ease. It also tested well for edge support, so you can use the full surface of the mattress. And to my surprise, it did a good job isolating motion, too.”
Best Value Organic Mattress
Organic Certifications For A Fraction Of The Cost
Eco Terra Beds
Eco Terra Hybrid Latex (Queen)
Type: Latex hybrid | Organic certifications: GOLS and GOTS | Firmness: Medium (5) or medium-firm (6) | Trial: 90 nights | Warranty: 15 years
Pros:
Affordable at under $1,000 (when on sale)
Available in two firmness levels
Made of organic and eco-friendly materials
Cons:
Relatively short trial period
Because organic mattresses are made with high-quality, sustainable materials, they can be a little pricy. However, there are more affordable beds that are still worth considering, like the Eco Terra Hybrid Latex mattress. It has similar certifications to the Avocado Green, our favorite organic mattress overall, but it’s considerably less expensive. It’s also completely free of synthetic foams, as well as any chemical flame retardants or adhesives. Additionally, it earned certifications from GOLS, GOTS and Oeko-Tex Standard 100, meaning it’s made with organic latex, cotton and wool that’s been tested for harmful substances. The Eco Terra Hybrid Latex mattress comes in two comfort levels, medium or medium-firm. Generally, we recommend the medium model to sleepers who prefer a softer, plusher bed and the medium-firm model to those who appreciate a bit more support.
What our editors say: Senior baby gear editor Margaret Badore has been sleeping on the medium-firm Eco Terra Mattress with her husband for about three years. “Our sleep immediately improved when we got this mattress,” she says. “It has that nice balance of support and plushness you want from a hybrid mattress, but without any worry about the chemicals found in memory foam. I spent a lot of time researching sustainably made mattresses before picking this one. Compared to other mattresses made with the same organic materials, it’s also a great value.”
Best Luxury Organic Mattress
Lavish And Available In Multiple Firmnesses
PlushBeds
PlushBeds Botanical Bliss (Queen)
Type: Latex | Organic certifications: GOLS and GOTS | Firmness: Medium (5.5) or medium-firm (8) | Trial: 100 nights | Warranty: Lifetime
Pros:
Balance of support and pressure relief
Features a thick organic latex core
Available in multiple heights and firmnesses
Cons:
Trial is short for the price
Taller and softer models cost more
If you’re searching for a more lavish sleep experience, we recommend the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss mattress. Made with a thick GOLS-certified latex core instead of coils, the bed provides a good amount of pressure relief and support that makes falling asleep a little more luxurious. It comes in two comfort levels and three heights to cater to a variety of sleep preferences. According to PlushBeds, the medium option is ideal for side sleepers, who need ample cushioning to relieve pressure around the hips and shoulders, and the medium-firm model is ideal for back or stomach sleepers, who both need more support. Similar to our top pick, the Avocado Green, the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss holds a host of organic and eco-conscious certifications, including ones from GOLS, GOTS, Greengaurd Gold, Eco-Institut and Control Union.
What our editors say: “I found the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss in the medium model to have a true medium-firm feel,” said Chapman. “It felt a little firmer at first, but as I settled into the bed, the layers cradled my joints—this mix of support and pressure relief felt especially comfortable back sleeping. Combination sleepers should also like this bed since you don’t feel stuck in any given position.”
Best Organic Mattress For Kids
Flippable Firmness For Your Growing Child
Birch
Birch Kids Natural (Twin)
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Type: Latex hybrid | Organic certifications: GOLS | Firmness: Soft and firm | Trial: 100 nights | Warranty: 25 years
Pros:
Flippable to accommodate different ages
Made without harsh chemicals or fiberglass
Cons:
Only available in twin and full sizes
The Birch Kids Natural mattress is one of our favorite beds for children overall. Named the “most comfortable mattress for kids” in our guide to the best children’s mattresses, the Birch Kids Natural features a flippable, dual-sided design to provide the appropriate combination of comfort and support for children of all ages. One side of the mattress is firmer for kids ages 3 to 7. For 8- to 12-year-old kids, the mattress can be flipped to the other side, which has a softer feel. Both sides of the bed are fitted with a hypoallergenic cotton mattress cover and layers of wool, which acts as a natural flame retardant, so there’s no need for harsh chemicals or fiberglass as a fire barrier.
What our editors say:Rose Gordon Sala, deputy editor at Forbes Vetted (who has an extensive resume as a parenting editor), selected this mattress for her daughter. “She loves the responsiveness of the Talalay latex, which has provided the best comfort for her side sleeping position,” Sala says. “She’s a tween athlete and growing fast, and we both noticed that she wakes up with fewer aches and pains after we switched to a natural Birch mattress.”
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We routinely update all our mattress guides, including this one, to reevaluate our recommendations and make sure we’re providing the most up-to-date advice.
How We Chose The Best Organic Mattresses
When putting together this list, we researched products from trusted mattress brands. Our initial filter was to ensure every mattress held the proper organic certifications, but that was just the beginning.
We thoroughly examined each mattress, assessing specific criteria such as organic mattresses for back pain, hot sleepers and more. To do this, we evaluated the height and firmness of the mattresses, as well as its organic certifications and materials used to make sure each bed was designed for key characteristics like pressure relief, spine alignment and temperature control.
As seasoned mattress testers, we’ve reviewed hundreds of mattresses and over 20 certified organic beds. While compiling this list, we tapped into our sleep team’s personal experiences with these organic mattresses and compared their insights to customer reviews to determine which ones should make the final cut.
Because sleep needs are unique, we made sure to recommend a variety of organic beds to suit different sleep positions, preferences and budgets. We also considered a company’s trial period and warranty policies to make sure you have ample time to test the mattress in your home, worry-free.
What To Consider When Shopping For The Best Organic Mattress
An organic mattress is manufactured with natural materials that are produced in a way that meets reputable certification standards. This oftentimes means without the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, among other criteria. They’re also more sustainable and renewable than conventional mattresses. Below, see the most important aspects to consider when choosing the right organic mattress for you.
Organic And Environmental Certifications
There are two main types of organic certifications that you see on organic mattresses: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS). Both certifications use third parties to verify that a mattress is responsibly produced without using synthetic pesticides, herbicides and other harmful chemicals.
Global Organic Textile Standard: This certification is the benchmark for organic cotton, wool and other fabrics. It ensures that mattresses labeled as “organic” have a minimum of 95% certified organic fibers.
Global Organic Latex Standard: This certification applies to latex. It ensures that an organic mattress contains at least 95% certified organic latex. Like GOTS, it also requires that the bed is produced consciously from start to finish.
Outside of GOLS and GOTS, there are a handful of other certifications you may come across when shopping for an organic mattress.
Made Safe: This certification covers everything from skincare to mattresses and bedding and certifies that a product avoids or limits the use of over 6,500 harmful substances.
Eco-Institut: This certification is awarded to products that are free of toxic chemicals. They’re also laboratory-tested for low pollutants and emissions.
Greenguard Gold: To make sure a mattress is safe for schools and healthcare settings, this certification checks for more than 11,000 chemicals and over 360 volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Oeko-Tex Standard 100: Mattresses with this certification are rigorously tested for harmful substances. Because Oeko-Tex updates its standards each year, certificates must be renewed annually.
Rainforest Alliance: This certification checks that the latex used to make a mattress is harvested from trees in a way that doesn’t contribute to deforestation and ecosystem loss.
Organic Mattress Types
Mattresses come in an array of constructions, including hybrid, memory foam, innerspring and latex. That said, the most common type of constuction for organic mattresses is hybrid and latex.
Hybrid: When shopping for organic mattresses, hybrid mattresses tend to be the most popular. Unlike regular beds that generally use memory foam as a comfort layer, organic hybrid mattresses often use natural latex. An organic hybrid typically consists of a cotton cover with layers of wool, latex and a base made of coils or latex. These layers provide varying levels of pressure relief, comfort and support.
Latex: It’s common to see an 100% natural latex mattress with an organic label. Natural latex comes from a rubber tree and can be produced to meet organic standards. Different types of latex provide different firmness levels. Dunlop latex tends to be firmer than Talalay latex, so depending on your firmness preference, you may want to steer toward one or the other.
Organic Mattress Materials
There are several materials you’ll encounter most while shopping for an organic bed. Below, we break down the three most common categories.
Cotton: Cotton is mostly used as a material for the mattress cover. It’s a popular fabric since it’s soft and breathable. Look for certifications like GOTS or similar third-party certifications to ensure it’s organic.
Wool: In an organic mattress, wool is another popular fiber because it acts as a natural flame retardant. Mattresses are required to pass flammability standards, and wool is a good choice for a natural option instead of chemical sprays or fiberglass. Wool is also breathable and helps regulate body temperature, making it a good choice for bedding. Like cotton, look for organic certifications if that’s something of importance because not all wool is organic.
Latex: Latex is often used in place of memory foam as a natural option in organic mattresses. However, synthetic latex does exist. If you’re set on buying an organic mattress, be sure the manufacturer is using natural or (even better) certified organic latex. Latex labeled “natural” means it came from a rubber tree, but it may not be organic.
Firmness
Organic mattresses usually use latex, a natural material that’s harvested from trees. Latex mattresses tend to be medium-firm to firm, but you can still find a wide range of soft to firm options to suit your preferences. If you want a softer organic mattress, look for pillow top options. These usually have a wool layer that adds additional padding on top of the latex.
Sleep Position
How you lie at night influences the type of mattress you should buy. Side sleepers do best with a softer mattress to cushion their joints (especially their shoulders and hips). Meanwhile, stomach sleepers benefit from a firmer feel to keep their pelvis level with the rest of their body. Back sleepers should try a medium-firm mattress for a balance of comfort and support, a firmness that also suits combination sleepers. As far as latex mattresses go, Dunlop is generally firmer and more supportive than Talalay, although there are beds that use softer variations of Dunlop latex, too.
Price
Due to the high quality of materials used and the complex process of following compliance standards for third-party certifications, organic mattresses are more expensive than memory foam or innerspring beds. Even the least costly options fall into the upper mid-range price brackets. However, you can often save during mattress sales, which occur year-round. In particular, keep an eye out for markdowns during Cyber Week and long holiday weekends like those surrounding Labor Day, Memorial Day and Martin Luther King Day.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What Is The Healthiest Type Of Mattress?
The healthiest mattresses are made without harmful chemicals. We’ve found that latex mattresses made with either Dunlop or Talalay latex are typically the least toxic. Talalay latex is the chief material found in our best overall pick, the Avocado Green mattress.
Whne shopping, look for certifications such as Greenguard Gold and Oeko-Tex Standard 100, which guarantees the absence of thousands of toxic substances. To go a step further, consider shopping for organic mattresses with Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS) certifications.
Are Organic Mattresses Better?
Organic mattresses are the best option for those looking to eliminate as many toxins from their homes and daily lives as possible. They are also a better choice for sleepers with allergies, as well as for children. Organic mattresses rely on naturally-derived and organically-produced materials, which means they don’t have many of the chemicals that can be associated with certain health risks like asthma. They also reduce your exposure to the off-gassing that comes with many foam products.
Are Organic Mattresses Good For Allergies?
Organic latex mattresses are generally a good option for people with allergies. The materials used are naturally hypoallergenic, and common allergens like dust are less likely to get trapped inside the bed.
