Good Housekeeping

8 Best Cooling Mattress Pads and Toppers, According to Bedding Experts

If your mattress is not feeling as comfy as it used to, a mattress pad or mattress topper is an easy fix. For many, mattresses can trap in heat and feel super hot once the summer starts. Cooling mattress pads can make your mattress feel cooler and comfier. Mattress pads add a cozy top layer, while mattress toppers are usually thicker and offer more cushioning.
At the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab, we want to make it easy to build your dream summer bed to get your best sleep. These mattress pads and toppers are from brands we love, and have innovative features for ultimate cooling. For your ideal, cool bed, make sure to have a cooling mattress protector, blanket, and sheets, along your new cooling mattress pad.
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Best Overall Cooling Mattress Pad
Nacreous Mattress Pad


SlumberCloud
SlumberCloud slumbercloud.com
$139.00
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SlumberCloud offers a traditional style mattress pad that goes on your mattress like a fitted sheet, but also uses Outlast technology to keep you cool. Outlast absorbs heat when you get overheated and releases it when you are too cold, preventing night sweats in the first place.
Using a mix of Outlast viscose and cotton fabric on the top, it has a soft feel while the pad is made of Lyocell to wick away moisture for extra cooling. We love that this style comes in multiple colors, too.
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Best Value Cooling Mattress Topper
Mattress Topper


Amazon
RUUF amazon.com
$38.89
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Most mattress pads will cost at least $100, but this topper style is less than half that. Made of gel infused memory foam, this mattress topper is designed to give you the feel of memory foam without storing the heat like traditional styles can. With lots of open cells throughout, this pick is meant to be super breathable.
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Best Value Cooling Mattress Topper
Mattress Topper


Amazon
RUUF amazon.com
$38.89
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Most mattress pads will cost at least $100, but this topper style is less than half that. Made of gel infused memory foam, this mattress topper is designed to give you the feel of memory foam without storing the heat like traditional styles can. With lots of open cells throughout, this pick is meant to be super breathable.
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Best Pillowtop Cooling Mattress Pad
Future Textiles Outlast Pillowtop Mattress Pad


Amazon
Design Weave amazon.com
$79.99
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Pillowtop mattress pads offer soft cushioning with a similar feel to a thicker comforter. This mattress pad from Design Weave uses Outlast technology to keep you cool all night. The outside is made from 350 thread count cotton fabric and the fill is 100% polyester – great if you have allergies and cannot use traditional down!
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Best Foam Cooling Mattress Pad
Iso-Cool Memory Foam Outlast Mattress Topper


Amazon
SleepBetter amazon.com
$176.64
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This mattress pad uses Outlast technology to prevent you from over heating at night. The topper is made from low density memory foam, so it is softer than traditional memory foam for a more plush feel. There’s also a polyester fiberfill top and a cotton cover for extra plush. Reviewers love that the stretchy fabric on the sides make it super easy to secure this topper to your mattress.
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Best Cooling Mattress Pad For Couples
DualTemp Individual Layer Mattress Pad


Sleep Number
Sleep Number sleepnumber.com
$899.99
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This mattress topper lets you control the temperature of your side of the bed while your sleeping partner can control theirs. With both cool and warm settings set from a remote, airflow technology changes the temperature of the pad. You can also set automatic shutoff if you do not want it running all night. Note that each side is sold separately, so to cover the entire mattress, you would need to purchase two.
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Best Waterproof Cooling Mattress Pad
SleepSmart 37.5 Waterproof Mattress Pad


Pottery Barn
Pottery Barn potterybarn.com
$119.00
$89.00 (25% off)
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When looking for a mattress topper, you want the added comfort, but keeping your mattress safe from wear and tear is a bonus. This mattress pad from Pottery Barn is waterproof, protecting your mattress from spills and leaks. Made with 37.5 technology, this pick is designed to prevent night sweats. If you want more protection, check our top mattress protectors too!
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Best Smart Cooling Mattress Pad
OOLER Sleep System


Chili Technology
Chili Technology chilitechnology.com
$699.00
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Finally you can bring your AC into your bed… well, almost. The OOLER Sleep System has a control unit that attaches to the mattress pad where water flows through to actually cool your bed to a specified temperature. The system is controlled from an application on your smartphone for super easy use. The pad has 1/8 inch tubes throughout with a waterproof polyester backing to keep everything in place. Check out its first generation ChillPad for a more affordable option.
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Best Deep Pocket Mattress Pad
37.5 Performance Mattress Pad


Bed, Bath & Beyond
SHEEX bedbathandbeyond.com
$89.99
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If you have a deep mattress, it can be tough to find a mattress pad that fits. This cooling mattress pad from SHEEX fits mattress up to 22” deep with its secure, stretch sides, easily staying in place. Made with 37.5 technology, this plush pick is designed to store and release heat to keep your body temperature stable.