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Aug 03, 2023

Labor Day Mattress Sales 2023

What Cyber Monday is to tech, holiday weekends are to mattresses—and Labor Day is no exception. If you’ve been wanting to upgrade your sleep setup, Labor Day mattress sales are a great opportunity to

What Cyber Monday is to tech, holiday weekends are to mattresses—and Labor Day is no exception. If you’ve been wanting to upgrade your sleep setup, Labor Day mattress sales are a great opportunity to score a top-rated model for less. And you don’t even have to wait for the holiday weekend to save. Many sales are already live, featuring deals on mattresses we’ve tested firsthand.

We've rounded up the best Labor Day mattress sales you can shop right now from Nectar, DreamCloud, ... [+] Helix and more.

The holiday weekend is almost here, and it’s bringing a slew of impressive Labor Day Mattress sales with it—like 33% off sitewide at Nectar and 40% off at DreamCloud. Ahead, you’ll find the best sales at a glance, as well as some of the most impressive deals we’ve spotted so far on our top mattress picks.

Nectar

Perfect for combo sleepers, couples and hot sleepers, the Nectar Premier Copper is our favorite mattress overall. It’s lofty, supportive and comes in both memory foam and hybrid models. Nectar also offers a generous 365-day trial and lifetime warranty for a little added peace of mind. Right now, it’s 33% off—one of the better deals Nectar offers throughout the year.

Saatva

If you’re a hot sleeper, the Saatva Classic is our favorite cooling mattress. This hybrid mattress is designed to promote airflow while you sleep, and comes in three firmness levels to further customize your comfort. Saatva also offers free white glove delivery and mattress removal—a major boon for apartment dwellers.

Helix

This popular mattress comes highly rated by our editors and other shoppers alike. In fact, it’s our top mattress pick for side sleepers. It sits at a lofty 14 inches, offers medium to medium-firm support and suits a variety of sleeping styles. Its exceptional motion isolation also makes this model a great choice for couples.

DreamCloud Sleep

Firmer mattresses are great for back sleepers or anyone who experiences back or joint pain, and this hybrid model by DreamCloud is our top pick. It offers plenty of support and pressure relief, alongside a touch of plushness for added comfort.

Avocado Green Mattress

The popular brand known for its organic cotton, wool and latex mattresses is offering 10% off all mattresses, including the bestselling Green, with code LABORDAY from August 8 through September 11. Plus, enjoy free standard shipping on all mattresses (excluding the Luxury Organic Mattress).

Casper

Casper was one of the first bed-in-a-box mattresses on the scene, and it’s still one of the best memory foam models you can get. The Casper Original is backed by over 20,000 reviews praising the bed for its overall comfort and support, especially for those with back and joint pain. The mattress also comes with a 100-night trial and an ample 10-year warranty.

Helix

Many mattresses are designed to support 230 to 250 pounds per side, but that leaves some folks out. If you and your partner want a little more support and longevity from your mattress, we like the Helix Plus, which we named the best mattress for heavy people. It supports 1,000 pounds total while providing pressure relief, ample edge support and a cooling Tencel topper.

Brooklyn Bedding

This already affordable mattress is currently on sale for even less. Brooklyn Bedding’s Signature Hybrid mattress is available in three firmness levels and comes with a solid 10-year warranty. Its pocketed coils support a variety of sleeping styles and help promote airflow, so you won’t overheat while you sleep. Note: If you elect to add the Cloud Pillow Top, the price increases slightly.

Leesa

Side sleepers and hot sleepers will appreciate the Leesa Sapira’s ventilated, medium-firm foam. It provides contoured support that has a touch of cushioning, and a breathable viscose cover that helps wick away moisture.

Saatva

Our contributor tested the above model after suffering a lower back injury and noted that the Loom & Leaf’s specialized lumbar support notably improved her back pain. If you’re seeking a mattress for back pain, this Saatva model is our favorite. You can choose between a relaxed firm and standard firm option, depending on your sleep preferences.

Nest Bedding®

If you want to nestle up on a super plush mattress, we love the Sparrow from Nest. It comes in three levels of firmness, so you can customize it to your needs. It even has a swappable comfort layer that comes backed by a lifetime renewal exchange (good for one free swap) if you want to change the firmness without trading in the entire bed.

WinkBeds

This handmade memory foam mattress comes in three firmness levels. The firmest design is ideal for anyone seeking ample support. It also delivers excellent motion isolation and uses a proprietary AirCell foam that helps with heat buildup.

Big FIg

Big Fig’s design combines high-density foam, gel-infused latex foam and individually wrapped coils to deliver a supportive and breathable—if notably firm—mattress. It can also support up to 1,100 pounds (550 pounds per side).

Beautyrest

The Beautyrest Black offers the cozy, cradling sensation that classic memory foam typically delivers alongside pocketed coils for more support. For Labor Day, you can save $300 on the base model or bundle it with an adjustable base to save up to $900.

PlushBeds

If you’re looking for hip pain relief, check out this breathable latex option. It comes with a 100-night trial, a lifetime warranty and is certified by a variety of third party organizations that back its overall quality and sustainability.

With just about every mattress brand running a Labor Day sale, it can be hard to know which retailer to go with and which bed to pick. Here are some factors you should consider as you narrow down your options.

While a mattress is a worthy investment (you’ll probably use it every night for the next 7-10 years, after all), you don’t want to spend outside your means. Consider how much you’re willing to spend and stick to that number as you peruse the current sales.

How you sleep heavily influences the type of mattress best suited for your needs. Side sleepers often feel most comfortable on softer mattresses that provide pressure relief and spinal support, while back sleepers might prefer a firmer, innerspring design and stomach sleepers tend to appreciate a medium feel.

Sleeping style goes hand in hand with mattress type. You can choose from memory foam, innerspring, hybrid and latex models depending on factors like breathability, support and motion isolation. Check out our list of the Best Mattresses of 2023 for a detailed breakdown of each type and its features.

Mattresses are a big purchase, but trial periods and warranties can help give you a little added peace of mind. Most brands offer some sort of protection, but they’re not all equal. Some brands, like Nectar, come with a lifetime warranty and an ample 365-day trial period. Others offer a 10-year warranty (0r less) and a 100-day trial. Taking some time to compare all of your options will help ensure you’re happy with your purchase, even years down the road.

Although Labor Day isn’t until September 4, Labor Day sales have already started. Some of the best deals won’t go live until the holiday weekend itself, but you can still find good offers by shopping the current assortment of end-of-summer, back-to-school and early Labor Day sales.

Yes, holiday weekends are some of the best times of the year to score a top-of-the-line mattress for a lot less. The current assortment of Labor Day mattress sales are likely your best bet at scoring a good deal until Black Friday and Cyber Monday roll around, so shop accordingly.

Typically, Labor Day mattress sales and Black Friday mattress sales are fairly similar. That said, Black Friday offers will occasionally save you an additional 5 to 10% on a new bed. If you’re committed to getting the absolute lowest price possible, we recommend waiting until November to make your mattress purchase just to be safe.

Jordan Thomas is a deals writer with over four years of experience in the e-commerce space. She routinely researches deals and savings events—including mattress sales—to find the best offers available. Furthermore, Forbes Vetted’s mattress buying guides are based hours of research, extensive first-hand testing and expert advice.