Early Memorial Day mattress deals have already started — here's what to buy

At a glance:

• Helix Sleep Midnight Luxe Hybrid drops to $1,824 (save $675) with code WIRED27 — WIRED's top pick for most sleepers.
• Saatva Classic is $1,779 ($400 off), the best bed for back pain with free in-room delivery and a one-year trial.
• Deals span organic mattresses (Birch, Naturepedic, My Green Mattress), bedding accessories, and specialty sleep products — all priced for queen sizes.

Why Memorial Day is the mattress sale window

Memorial Day has become one of the two anchor moments for mattress discounts each year, alongside Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The WIRED Reviews team tests mattresses long-term rather than running quick "nap tests," so when they flag a model as a favorite it has typically been in rotation for months. As of May 14, 2026, sales have already kicked off — and the editors expect to update the roundup through Memorial Day on May 26. For anyone who has been eyeing a new bed, the price signals are early enough to act, though the team notes the Helix Midnight Luxe Hybrid price could dip slightly later in the month.

Top mattress picks with Memorial Day pricing

WIRED's featured deals focus on queen-size mattresses that the team has vetted over years of testing. The standout offer is the Helix Sleep Midnight Luxe Hybrid, a 14-inch springy, medium-firm bed with individually wrapped, zoned springs that provide extra support where it matters for back pain. The mattress typically sells around $100 less at other times, but the current deal — $1,824 with code WIRED27 (27 percent off) — bundles freebies and remains strong value. It has been WIRED's favorite mattress for over eight years.

The Saatva Classic Mattress is positioned as the best option for back pain, priced at $1,779 after a $400 discount. It features a pillow top with built-in lumbar support, edge-to-edge firmness, free in-room delivery, free old-mattress removal, and a one-year trial. Reviewer Nena Farrell noted it helped relieve her sciatica pain while remaining plush enough for side-sleeping.

Additional mattress deals include:

• Birch Luxe Natural Mattress — organic, bouncy, and supportive; use code WIRED27 for a solid discount; comes with a 100-day trial.
• Naturepedic EOS Classic Organic Mattress — multiple layers can be swapped to fine-tune firmness; free layer swaps for the first 100 nights.
• My Green Mattress Kiwi Children's (Twin) — nontoxic organic kids' mattress; affordable with a two-sided option to extend its life.
• Nolah Evolution — use code WIRED50; described as "nearly perfect" and balanced, though edge support could improve.
• Bear Elite Hybrid (Firm) — use code WIRED40; a super-firm, low-spring bed for those who want intense support without sacrificing comfort.

Organic and specialty sleep options

For shoppers prioritizing materials, the roundup highlights three organic mattresses. The Birch Luxe Natural is WIRED's pick for the best organic mattress overall, offering a bouncy feel and solid support. Naturepedic's EOS Classic takes a modular approach — its layered construction lets buyers swap sections to dial in the ideal firmness level, with free adjustments for the first 100 nights. My Green Mattress' Kiwi Children's mattress rounds out the organic list as an affordable, nontoxic option for kids' rooms, available in twin size and with a two-sided design.

Bedding and sleep accessories on sale

The deals extend beyond mattresses to pillows and sheet sets. Purple's Freeform Adjustable Pillow is WIRED's top pick: adjustable, bouncy, and supportive, featuring a cooling gel grid and flexible core. For sheets, the Buffalo Supima Cotton Percale set is highlighted as the best option under $200 — soft, breathable, and frequently discounted. Both the pillow and sheet set are priced for queen configurations.

What to watch for before Memorial Day

The WIRED team cautions that mattress prices can fluctuate even within a sale window. They note the Helix Midnight Luxe Hybrid has sold for roughly $100 less at other points, so waiting could shave a small amount off the already-discounted $1,824 price. That said, the current offer is competitive for a mattress the team has endorsed for more than eight years, and the bundled freebies sweeten the deal. The roundup will be updated through May 26, so shoppers can revisit for any last-minute price drops or new codes.