Searching for the perfect mattress? The good news is that there are more options now than ever. The bad news? There are more options now than ever, and shopping around for the right mattress that's both comfortable and affordable can be pretty daunting. It's all thanks to the rise of specialty mattress companies as well as both online and in-store retailers, increasing shoppers' choices and convenience. While advertisements for sales and special financing deals seem to be everywhere, certain places are better than others for shoppers who want to get their hands on a real deal. Currently, three of the best places to find sales on mattresses are US-Mattress.com, Mattress Firm, and IKEA. 

Since many of today's shoppers prefer the convenience of shopping online, it only makes sense to include one of the biggest online mattress sellers with the best deals. US-Mattress.com has regular seasonal sales of up to 60 percent off on major brands like Serta, Sealy, Tempur-Pedic, Beautyrest, Simmons and more. For example, all Beautyrest Silver and Platinum mattresses are currently between 20 and 30 percent off, like the Queen Beautyrest Platinum Phillipsburg III Extra Firm now for $899, down from $1,299. Unlike the vast majority of mattress retailers, US-Mattress also offers free in-home delivery, free setup and free removal of old mattresses on most sales, which of course saves more time and money. 

Mattress Firm is a brick-and-mortar store chain that also has a full-service website. They too offer seasonal sales of up to $400 off on major mattress brands like Sealy, Purple, Serta, Beautyrest, Sleepy's, Tulo, and more, as well as free shipping on all mattresses over $499. Mattress Firm also has one of the biggest inventories to choose from, with more than 2,600 different mattresses at any given time. The real savings can be found online under Mattress Firm's Sale section, specifically under Clearance and Overstock. For example, there's the Sleepy's King-size Slumber 12" Plush Encased Coil Mattress now for $909.30, down from $1,299. In fact, most sales items are between 10 and 30 percent off! Users should be sure to enter their zip code so they can view the sales items available for free express shipping. Additionally, they may be able to try the mattress out in a store nearby.

Last but not least is IKEA, which has a surprisingly good selection (and sales to boot). While all IKEA stores do have a sizeable mattress section where shoppers can try out each mattress for free, their website offers even more options. For example, there's the Full-size HIDRASUND Pocket Spring mattress now being offered for $629, down from $779, and the MATRAND Twin-size memory foam mattress for $249, down from $300. Shoppers can also find a wide range of bed frames and mattress accessories at IKEA as well. For shoppers who can wait a bit, even further savings can be found at the retailer's annual Bedroom Sale. Usually offered for the month of February, the Bedroom Sale offers an astonishing array of mattresses for between 15 and 20 percent off. IKEA offers free in-store delivery and home delivery services starting at $59. 

Selecting the right mattress is an important decision that affects sleep for years to come. If possible, it is always best to try out the mattress in person first (for a trial period at home or simply laying on it in a store). It is also wise to not jump on the first sale that comes along, as it may not be the right mattress. Each brand and style comes with its own pros and cons, but the right mattress really comes down to the individual sleeper and their personal preferences. That said, the biggest mattress sales at most stores usually occur in winter, specifically between December and January, when stores are trying to clear out their old inventory to make way for the new year's designs.