Best Early Labor Day Mattress Sales of 2026: Top Deals to Consider

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid: Up to 60 percent off mattresses

DreamCloud is running an early Labor Day sale on mattresses with up to 60 percent off. That includes the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid, a bed with individually wrapped coils and layers of memory foam for cushioning. Based on its strong performance in our testing, with near-perfect or perfect ratings for spinal support and pressure relief across all sleeping positions, this bed earned the top spot in our roundup of the best hybrid mattresses. Donna, a 60-year-old tester with mild back pain, said this bed cradled her lower back and the Euro top conformed to her body.

Right now, you can get this bed for $1,099, down from the typical price of $2,630. That’s $1,531 in savings. An accessories bundle that includes a mattress protector, sheet set and two cooling pillows is available at a discounted price of $159 when you buy a mattress. It usually costs $599.

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth DreamCloud mattress review.

Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid: 25 percent off mattresses

If you’re a hot sleeper, you may be looking for one of the best cooling mattresses this Labor Day. The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid might fit the bill with its cooling cover made of specialized viscose fibers, which the company says helps dissipate heat. This may be helpful if you experience hot flashes or night sweats — or just tend to feel warm at night. With Leesa’s 25 percent off mattress sale, which applies to all of its beds, you can get this queen-size bed for $1,799, rather than the typical price of $2,399.

This mattress earned one of the strongest temperature regulation scores of any bed we’ve tested. But cooling isn’t the only area where this bed excels: It also nabbed best-in-class ratings for pressure relief and spinal alignment across all tested sleeping positions.

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth Leesa mattress review.

Silk & Snow Hybrid: Up to $500 off mattresses

Budget-conscious shoppers, take note: A queen-size Silk & Snow Hybrid is on sale for $795, which is $150 off, as part of the company’s up-to-$500-off mattress sale. In our testing, this hybrid mattress earned better-than-average ratings for the side and back sleeping positions in both spinal alignment and pressure-relief assessments. It also stood out for its stable edges. Tester Donna said she felt very level while sitting on the edge of this bed, and that she didn’t feel like she was leaning or sagging. Strong edges like these may help older adults get out of bed safely.

This bed also earned a spot on our best affordable mattresses list, though pricing varies by firmness. The firm model is the cheapest, now on sale for $795. The medium-firm is $875, and the plush is $1,095 (we tested the medium-firm model). If you decide to buy one of Silk & Snow’s discounted beds, you’ll also score a free sleep bundle, which includes cotton sheets, a microfiber duvet, microfiber pillows and a mattress protector.

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth Silk & Snow Hybrid mattress review.

Bear Elite Hybrid: 35 percent off sitewide with code EARLYDAY

Looking for a bed that works well with an adjustable base? The Bear Elite Hybrid is a solid choice. It earned a standout score during our adjustable base compatibility testing. In the “zero-gravity” setting — which raises the head and foot of the bed to help ease pressure on the spine — there was no noticeable gapping between the bed and adjustable base (or bunching of the cover). This is important because gaps can increase the risk of falling out of bed. 

The current sale gives you 35 percent off with code EARLYDAY. That means you can get this bed for around $1,670.50, down from the typical price of $2,570. 

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth Bear mattress review.

The WinkBed: 30 percent off all mattresses

The WinkBed is a hybrid mattress that’s available in four firmness levels: softer, luxury firm, firmer and plus, which is designed for higher-weight bodies. We tested the luxury-firm model, which the company rates 6.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale, with 10 being the firmest. Our assessments found that this firmness level eased pressure the most for back sleeping, earning above-average scores for spinal alignment and pressure relief. 

For the holiday, WinkBeds is running a 30 percent off sale across its entire mattress collection. That means you can currently get this bed for $1,799 for a queen, instead of the typical $2,570 price. That’s $771 in savings.

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth WinkBeds mattress review. 

Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Cooling: 25 percent off sitewide

The Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Cooling — a hybrid bed that offers cooling with its Glaciotex fabric the company says is “cool to the touch” — is on sale for 25 percent off. This bed earned a stellar score in our cooling gun test, which may make it a good choice for people who have trouble staying cool while they sleep. The queen-sized model, including the optional pillow top (which we tested), is on sale for around $1,699, down from the retail price of $2,265. Bryan, a 62-year-old tester who has a higher weight, said that his lower back felt well-supported on this bed because the pillow top filled in the gap between his back and the bed’s surface. He awarded this mattress near-perfect scores for pressure relief and spinal alignment across all tested sleeping positions.

This company’s 25 percent off sale applies sitewide, and includes beds and sleep accessories.

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth Brooklyn Bedding mattress review.

Nolah Evolution: 35 percent off sitewide

If you’re looking for a hybrid mattress with a plush pillow top, you may like the Nolah Evolution, especially if you’re a side sleeper. Tester Karin, a 54-year-old side sleeper, said she felt well-supported while lying on her side on the luxury-firm model — about 6 to 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale, with 10 being the firmest — and didn’t feel any pressure on her hips. She gave this bed near-perfect pressure relief and spinal alignment scores for all tested sleeping positions, which means it could be a solid choice for most sleepers. It also made our list of the best mattresses for neck pain as the best hybrid.

The company’s 35 percent off sitewide sale knocks the price of this bed down to $1,480, from $2,277. This price applies to all firmness options. 

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth Nolah Evolution mattress review. 

Birch Luxe Natural: 20 percent off sitewide with code LDW20

Looking for a bed that’s made with natural and organic materials? The Birch Luxe Natural is a hybrid bed that features an organic cotton cover, a layer of natural wool, organic latex and individually wrapped steel coils. 

While assessing this bed, higher-weight tester Bryan said he felt comfortable and his spine felt aligned. He gave it high marks for pressure relief and spinal alignment for side sleeping. Based on our testing, latex foam mattresses in general tend to feel highly responsive — and this mattress was no different. It earned a perfect score on our bounce test, which involves a lab tester dropping a 15-pound ball on the bed and measuring the rebound., In fact, the Birch Luxe Natural had one of the highest bounce ratings we’ve seen.

Right now, you can get this bed for 20 percent off as part of the company’s sitewide holiday sale with the code LDW20. This mattress usually costs about $2,624 for a queen, but this sale knocks the price down to $2,099.

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth Birch Luxe Natural mattress review.

Titan Plus Luxe: 25 percent off sitewide with code SCHOOL25

For higher-weight shoppers who want a bed with added support, the Titan Plus Luxe is a noteworthy option. The company says this mattress can support a combined weight of over 1,200 pounds and features up to 900 encased steel coils. Higher-weight tester Bryan said that the bed supported him and he felt “hugged” by the foam layers. He reported the bed somewhat conformed to his lower back, and he felt no pain in his hips or shoulders. The company rates this bed as a medium firmness (around a 6 out of 10, with 10 being the most firm).

The company’s mattress sale offers 25 percent off sitewide with code SCHOOL25. That promotion drops the queen Titan Plus Luxe to $1,249, from its typical price of $1,665. 

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth Titan Plus mattress review. 

Plank Firm Luxe: 25 percent off sitewide with code SCHOOL25

The Plank Firm Luxe is a flippable hybrid mattress, meaning you can sleep on either the firm or the extra-firm side. The firm side of this bed is rated between 7 and 8 out of 10 on the firmness scale, with 10 being the firmest, and the extra-firm side is rated 9 to 10. Make no mistake about how this bed feels: Both sides are extremely firm. Tester Bryan, who has a higher weight, said both sides felt firm but still relieved pressure, especially when lying on his back. He also noted this bed offered more cushioning than he was expecting for such a firm mattress. However, lighter-weight body types may not sink as far into the mattress.

If a firm bed is what you want, you can now snag this one for 25 percent off with code SCHOOL25. This drops the price of a queen-size to around $1,199 from the $1,598 retail price.

For more information on this bed, see our in-depth Plank Firm mattress review.

Best early Labor Day sales on mattress toppers, sheets, pillows and other sleep accessories

Whether you’re ready to buy a new mattress or simply want to add a little extra comfort to your existing bed, we’ve rounded up the best early Labor Day sleep accessory deals on sheets, mattress toppers pillows and other add-ons. Here are some current sales on our radar:

• Nectar: Up to 66 percent off bundles, which include mattresses purchased with bed frames, bedroom furniture or adjustable bases
• Saatva: Buy two pillows, save up to $60
• Helix: 20 percent off sitewide, including the Premium Mattress Topper with GlacioTex, other toppers, pillows and sheets
• DreamCloud: Up to 67 percent off the Premier Adjustable Bundle, which includes the DreamCloud Premier and Premier adjustable base. Other bundles (like adjustable bases and mattresses) are also discounted
• Leesa: 25 percent off bedding and furniture, such as adjustable bases and bed frames, including platform beds
• Brooklyn Bedding: 25 percent off sitewide, including pillows, toppers and sheets
• Avocado: 15 percent off mattresses, pillows and bedding
• Bear: 35 percent off sitewide, including pillows, sheets and mattress protectors with code EARLYDAY
• Brooklinen: Up to 18 percent off bedding bundles, which include sheets, pillows and blankets
• Nolah: 35 percent off sitewide, including the Nolah Mattress topper, pillows and bedding
• Casper: 25 percent off bundles of beds and adjustable bases
• Sealy: Buy two adjustable pillows and save $29
• Layla: Buy one Kapok pillow (made of soft fibers from the rainforest), get one 50 percent off

Tips for finding the best early Labor Day mattress sales 

Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the discounts? We can help. If you’re not sure where to start, consider the tips below to help you find the ideal sales for you. 

• Confirm the deal is real. In some cases, a flashy discount may not tell the whole story of the bed’s price. Some companies mark up prices ahead of holiday sales, then slash them so it looks like they’re offering big discounts. Others always have beds “on sale,” which can make it difficult to discern how much a particular mattress really costs. To combat this situation, consider using a price tracking tool like CamelCamelCamel, Keepa or Honey’s “Droplist” to examine a bed’s pricing history and determine whether you’re truly getting a good deal.
• Compare free trials and warranties. Many mattress and sleep accessory companies offer trial periods that allow you to try the bed or product for a specified time period, during which, if you decide the product is not right for you, you can return it for your money back. The exact length varies by company, so if buying online feels risky to you, you may appreciate a company that offers a longer trial period. Generally, mattresses come with a warranty that protects against manufacturing defects such as broken coils or sagging foam. However, some companies use different verbiage across their websites, which may make it hard to understand the warranty limits. We suggest that you carefully review a company’s return policy and ensure you’re comfortable with the terms before purchasing. 
• Look at financing options. If you’re not ready to pay the full price of a bed, you may want to consider financing a mattress. Financing can break the cost into more manageable monthly payments. Companies generally either offer this directly or through a third party. If you’re considering this option, keep a close eye on the interest rates to determine whether the total cost fits your budget. Some financing plans can carry rates as high as 35 percent, which would drive up the bed’s actual cost and possibly offset the savings from a Labor Day sale.
• Stack discounts. Some companies may allow you to combine additional discounts with Labor Day deals. For example, many offer coupon codes for adults ages 65 and older, first responders, health care workers, military members, veterans or teachers. Review the sale terms to see if you can use multiple coupon codes. 

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