Best Memory Foam Mattresses 2026

How To Choose Without The Hype

Memory foam changed the industry because it does one thing better than anything else: it kills pressure points. But walking into a showroom or browsing online is confusing because brands throw around terms like IFD and Density interchangeably. They are not the same thing.

If you want a mattress that actually supports your spine and lasts longer than a few years, you need to understand the mechanics under the hood. Here is the straight talk on firmness vs density.