Best Twin Mattresses

Written by Daniel Grogan, Senior Performance Editor

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We’ll discuss our top picks for the best Twin mattresses based on testing factors like durability, support, and comfort, especially for those who use Twin beds most: kids, guests, and college students.

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There are numerous mattress sizes available, but one of the most popular is the small but mighty Twin. Although this is the smallest of the standard mattress sizes, each day, more and more people are investing in a twin mattress, whether it’s for themselves, their children, or a guest room. 

The Twin mattress has the versatility and capability to accommodate a wide range of sleep personalities. However, not all Twin mattresses pack the same punch. Below, we discuss ten of our favorite Twin mattresses for sleepers of all kinds.

Bottom Line: What’s the Best Twin Mattress?

Our expert mattress testers chose the Saatva Youth as the best Twin mattress due to its adaptable, flippable construction and zoned support layer that offers a firmer center to ensure optimal spinal alignment.

Top Twin Mattresses of 2023

• Saatva Youth – Best Twin Mattress for Kids
• WinkBed – Best Twin Mattress for Teenagers
• Helix Midnight Luxe – Best Twin Mattress for Adults
• Layla – Best Flippable Twin Mattress
• Casper Original – Best Twin Mattress-In-A-Box
• Nectar – Best Memory Foam Twin Mattress
• DreamCloud – Best Luxury Twin Mattress
• Brooklyn Bedding Signature – Best Twin Mattress for Back Pain
• Tuft & Needle – Best Twin Mattress for Bunk Beds
• GhostBed Flex – Best Firm Twin Mattress

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Saatva Youth: Best Twin Mattress for Kids

The Saatva Youth mattress is our pick for the top Twin mattress for children, specifically those between the ages of 3–12, those with allergies, and those who are dealing with early growth spurts.

The Saatva Youth is designed as “two mattresses in one,” so that it can adapt to your child as they grow. From ages 3–7, the mattress features a soft, breathable, organic, hypoallergenic cotton cover with a waterproof barrier, which is not only antimicrobial (to prevent dust mites), but also highly resistant against spills and accidents. 

Underneath that is the five zone support layer, which is anatomically designed with a firmer center to ensure optimal spinal alignment for younger children. Finally, the dual-sided coil unit features 13.75-gauge recycled steel coils that can conform to growing bodies.

Once your child turns eight, you can flip the mattress over so they can reap the benefits of the opposite side. The “8–12 side” of this mattress also starts off with an organic cotton cover, which sits on top of a layer of high-density, breathable comfort foam that promotes airflow and keeps the sleeper nice and cool. The final layer features steel coils that are positioned for spinal support for older children and teenagers.

Read our full Saatva Youth Mattress Review to learn more.

WinkBed: Best Twin Mattress for Teens

The WinkBed is a hybrid mattress that earns its spot as the best Twin mattress for teenagers and younger adolescents. It excels particularly in providing a cooling sleep experience for hot sleepers, and it’s designed for excellent support and cushioning to accommodate people with frequent pain in their hips, shoulders, and back.

The WinkBed starts off with a TENCEL cover with a silky smooth touch that’s both cooling and gentle for the skin. Underneath the cover is a Euro pillow top made of gel-infused foam. This layer provides pressure relief for your back, hips, and shoulders, while simultaneously easing muscle tension. The following layer features individually wrapped pocketed coils with multiple support zones that specifically target your back for extra comfort. 

If your teenager doesn’t quite need a Full bed but could use a Twin with a little extra support, then we highly recommend the WinkBed.

Read our full WinkBed Mattress Review to learn more.

Helix Midnight Luxe: Best Twin Mattress for Adults

Although Twin mattresses are usually associated with younger teenagers and children, they can also be great sleep options for some adults as well. That’s why we nominated the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress as the top Twin mattress for adults, especially side sleepers and hot sleepers.

The Helix Midnight Luxe starts off with a breathable premium quilted pillow top that increases airflow and allows the sleeper to stay nice and cool throughout the night. The comfort layer consists of high-density, medium-firm memory foam that offers top-of-the-line pressure relief. The support layer is made of Visco gel, which is designed to cushion your body and deliver optimum support.

Following the support layer is the transition layer, featuring high-grade polyfoam with ergonomic support and contouring, allowing your body to seamlessly mold into the mattress. Underneath that is a layer of wrapped metal coils that provide a softer feel underneath your shoulders and hips.

All of these high-quality materials make the Helix Midnight Luxe a supportive, comfortable bed for adults, even in the Twin size.

Read our full Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress Review to learn more.

Layla: Best Flippable Twin Mattress

It’s not just the convenience of the Layla that makes it such a great mattress; it’s also the versatility. Because this memory foam mattress consists of copper-infused foam, which reacts to increased pressure with a firm response, it’s soft and cushioning and yet still firm and supportive in just the right spots. In short, this mattress can provide support to a wide variety of sleep personalities. Side sleepers and smaller-framed sleepers will especially enjoy the Layla.

Also, the Layla’s dual-sided construction means that you can flip it depending on your sleep preferences; one side is firm (great for stomach sleepers and back sleepers) and the other side is soft (great for side sleepers). If you’re after a versatile, Twin bed-in-a-box, we recommend that you check out the Layla.

Read our full Layla Mattress Review to learn more.

Casper Original: Best Twin Mattress-In-A-Box

A bed-in-a-box is exactly as the name implies: it’s a mattress that comes compressed and rolled up in a box so that you can unroll it and place it right onto your bed frame or box spring. Our choice for the top Twin bed-in-a-box option is the Casper mattress.

The Casper Original’s memory foam construction features an AirScape cooling cover, which includes thousands of perforations that circulate air and repel body heat and humidity, so hot sleepers can find comfort throughout the night. The rest of the mattress features three zones of targeted support, with softer foam around the shoulders for upper body relief, and firmer foam underneath your hips, waist, and lower back so as to keep your spine aligned and your back pain-free. 

Read our full Casper Mattress Review to learn more.

Nectar: Best Memory Foam Twin Mattress

Memory foam mattresses are becoming increasingly popular, and it can be tough finding the right one for your needs. Out of all the memory foam options available out there, we’ve picked the Nectar as our favorite memory foam Twin mattress, and we’ll tell you why.

The quilted cover is made of a breathable poly-blend, which wicks away heat and prevents you from sweating at night. The top memory foam layer is cushy, pressure-relieving, and gel-infused for extra cooling. It hugs every joint and curve of your body. Next is a highly responsive memory foam layer that provides tailored bounce-back and support for extra comfort. The stable foam base layer offers support and comfort, and enables the mattress to retain its structural integrity without succumbing to sagging. 

Read our full Nectar Mattress Review to learn more.

DreamCloud: Best Luxury Twin Mattress

The DreamCloud mattress is our pick for the top luxury Twin mattress. Why? We’ll start with the cover: It’s quilted with a plush layer of comfort foam and wrapped in silky-soft cashmere. That’s right—cashmere. Next up is a pressure-relieving gel memory foam layer that contours to the unique shape of your body, giving you the perfect hug while you rest. Beneath that is the “sink-in-just-right” layer that truly lives up to its name—your body sinks in just the right amount so that you don’t feel like you’re sleeping on a table, but you’re also not throwing your spine out of alignment. 

The targeted support coil layer features hundreds of individually wrapped coils that adapt to your body and provide ample support no matter how much you toss and turn. The coils also enhance motion isolation, preventing movement from traveling across the surface whenever you get in or out of bed. 

Read our full DreamCloud Mattress Review to learn more.

Brooklyn Bedding Signature: Best Twin Mattress for Back Pain

A bad mattress can cause new back pain or make existing pain a whole lot worse. Luckily, the Brooklyn Bedding Signature, our pick for the best Twin mattress for back pain, can offer relief.

This mattress is available in three primary comfort levels: soft, medium, and firm. This means that, no matter your sleeping position or comfort preference, you’ll be able to choose the right sleeping surface for yourself. All three of these options follow a similar pattern when it comes to mattress construction. 

First, the TitanFlex comfort foam is highly responsive, so that it adjusts to your body the moment you change positions. The transition foam (only available in the soft and medium mattress options) delivers deeper compression for side and back sleepers. Last, the Ascension coil layer includes more than 900 individually wrapped coils that reduce motion transfer and minimize sleep disturbances.

Read our full Brooklyn Bedding Signature Mattress Review to learn more.

Tuft & Needle: Best Twin Mattress for Bunk Beds

The Tuft & Needle Original Mattress is our choice for the top Twin mattress for bunk beds. If you have children who sleep on a bunk bed and require mattresses that will keep them cool and comfortable, then this may be the right choice for you, especially if your children are back or stomach sleepers.

The Tuft & Needle Original Mattress is made of two layers of thick, firm foam. The exclusive Adaptive foam is highly durable and engineered to contour and offer relief to pressure points along your body. Graphite and cooling gel are infused into the foam to wick away body heat from the sleeper so they don’t have to worry about night sweats. The open-cell cooling technology allows extra air circulation along the mattress, further creating a cooling experience.

Read our full Tuft & Needle Mattress review to learn more.

GhostBed Flex: Best Medium-Firm Twin Mattress

The GhostBed Flex has medium-firm feel that’s also called the “Goldilocks firmness”—not too soft and not too hard. As such, it accommodates a wide range of sleeping styles and comfort preferences. It’s constructed of seven layers, including a quilted cover with cooling fibers, gel-infused memory foam, a responsive GhostBounce layer, and a springy coil base. Keep in mind, the Flex is considered a luxury mattress, so even a Twin size will cost you over $1,000. 

Read our full GhostBed Flex Mattress Review to learn more.

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Who Is a Twin Mattress Right For?

Children

A Twin mattress is just the right size to accommodate children and their growing bodies. Also, since children’s rooms are often smaller, a Twin mattress won’t take up too much space, leaving room for other furniture, toys, and more.

Teens

A Twin mattress is oftentimes the best sleep option for teenagers because of its accommodating size. Even as a teenager reaches their later adolescence, a Twin mattress is still a viable sleep choice for them before they graduate to a Twin XL or Full size bed.

Single Adults

Even though Twin mattresses are popular with children and teenagers, single adults can enjoy them as well. College students can use Twin mattresses in their dorm rooms or apartments, and young adults may want these smaller beds for their first apartments (especially if they live in one-room studios).

Mattress Size Comparison

Twin vs. Twin XL

A Twin mattress measures approximately 38″ wide and 75″ long, making it ideal for sleepers under 6′ tall. A Twin XL mattress is the same width, but features an extra 5″ in length, allowing it to accommodate sleepers who are taller than 6′. Want to learn more? Take a look at our article on Twin vs. Twin XL size mattresses.

Twin vs. Full

A Full mattress measures roughly 54″ wide and 75″ long, making it wider than a standard Twin mattress, but around the same length. Our Twin vs. Full mattress article has a lot of great information if you’d like to do more research.

Twin vs. Queen

A Queen mattress measures 60″ wide and 80″ long, which is both wider and longer than a standard twin. The Queen size mattress is best for larger teenagers, adults, and couples, but it may be too large for children’s bedrooms and dorm rooms.

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Best Materials for a Twin Mattress

Memory Foam Mattresses

Memory foam is soft, plush, and supportive, and it contours and molds to the shape of your body as you sleep. It generally performs well for side sleepers and couples, though when it comes to a Twin mattress you likely won’t have room to share the bed with anyone. Also, this type of mattress usually doesn’t regulate temperature as well as a hybrid or latex mattress. For more info, head over to our best memory foam mattresses page.

Latex Mattresses

Latex mattresses are usually made of organic Talalay latex, which is soft and bouncy. These mattresses are also naturally hypoallergenic and can wick away body heat as you sleep. Latex is a great option for those looking for an eco-friendly mattress that enables ease of movement. Check out our best latex mattress page if you’re interested.

Hybrid Mattresses

A hybrid mattress consists of a blend of innersprings or coils, and foam or latex. They offer exceptional support, bounciness, pressure relief, and body contouring. While hybrid mattresses make up some of the highest-quality products that we’ve tested, you’ll likely have to pay more than you would for a traditional foam mattress. But, if you do have a higher budget, we recommend looking at our best hybrid mattresses page for some great Twin options.

What to Look For in a Twin Mattress

Temperature Regulation

There are many ways that mattresses can help regulate your body temperature and keep you cool at night; a few examples include utilizing open-cell foam, adding cotton covers with high breathability, and infusing foams with cooling materials, like gel. While most mattress companies boast some sort of cooling technology, a hybrid construction will generally be cooler than an all-foam construction, simply because there is more space for airflow.

Price

The two biggest factors in mattress price are the materials used in their construction, and the mattress seller (some luxury retailers will oftentimes sell their mattress options at a mark-up). On average, a Twin mattress can range between $400–$600.

Firmness

Mattress firmness is rated on a scale of 1–10, with 1 being the softest and 10 being the most firm. A soft or medium mattress is best for side sleepers, since those firmness levels best cushion their hips and shoulders and keep their spine aligned. A medium-firm mattress is ideal for back sleepers, since it keeps their spine aligned and supports their shoulders, back, hips, and legs. For stomach sleepers, a mattress that’s higher on the firmness scale is best because it keeps your hips lifted in alignment and it supports your neck (since you’ll be sleeping with your head turned to the side at night).

Pressure Relief

If you wake up with aches and pains each morning, your mattress may be to blame. You’ll want to pick a mattress that doesn’t aggravate pressure points to keep you nice and comfortable at night. Look for mattresses that offer targeted pressure relief.

Twin Mattress FAQs

How thick should a Twin mattress be?

A high-quality Twin mattress can range between 8″–14″ in thickness, but this can vary depending on the type of materials used in its construction.

How much should a Twin mattress cost?

Since a Twin mattress is one of the smallest available mattress sizes, it is the most budget-friendly by quite a margin. You can expect an average Twin mattress to cost between $400–$600.

How much does a Twin mattress weigh?

Twin mattresses are the smallest mattress size, and therefore they’re usually the lightest. A standard Twin mattress can weigh between 45–70 lbs, depending on its materials.

What mattress size mattress fits a trundle bed?

Finding a mattress that fits a trundle bed can be quite tricky since trundle beds vary in size. In general, a Twin mattress is just the right size for most trundle beds. Make sure you look for a mattress with a loft around 6″ so you can easily tuck the trundle beneath the bed frame.

Can adults use bunk beds?

Bunk beds were designed primarily for children and teenagers. That being said, it’s possible for adults to take advantage of bunk beds if they have to share a small room. Common examples of adults using a bunk bed include starter apartments and college dorm rooms.

Daniel Grogan

Senior Performance Editor

About Author

Daniel is an editor at Mattress Nerd. He has always struggled to get a full eight hours (or even four hours, if we’re being honest), and has explored countless options in search of a solution to this problem. After many restless nights, he found what he was looking for in the perfect combination of white noise, weighted blankets, and tea. Daniel’s work involves editing Mattress Nerd content in order to give readers the best possible experience in their quest for a good night’s sleep.

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