Whether you are saving for your first apartment or planning to move in with your significant other, one of the most important purchases you'll make is a mattress. Choosing the appropriate mattress can seem like a task that's impossible to conquer without any knowledge of what's out there. This blog post breaks down different types of mattresses and their benefits to help you find one for your needs.

Currently, innerspring mattress models are the most widely available mattress style in the United States. Compared to luxury foam mattresses, innerspring models tend to be more cost-effective. Production methods might vary widely; one option is to use a continuous coil. The S-shaped coils in this mattress are made from a single wire that has been coiled and then welded into place. The device is low-priced and durable, but it might be noisy if the user is restless in their sleep. This could be an issue for bedmates.

Foam mattress models have been on the market for some time, but that hasn't stopped their popularity from growing. Foam mattress designs are now more accessible and affordable than ever because of the growth of the mattress-in-a-box industry and the popularity of companies like Nectar. A foam mattress has several layers of foam with increasing densities from top to bottom; there are typically three layers. The downside of foam is that it is the least sensitive material. People with restricted mobility or who have problems getting in and out of bed may not enjoy sleeping on a foam mattress because of the feeling of sinking too deeply into the mattress. Plus, foam mattresses often offer less edge support than other mattress types.

A hybrid mattress is the newest offering in the bedding industry. Pocketed coils, a thick slab of base foam, and a thin layer of comfort foam make up the composition of this type of mattress. Unlike the coils in an innerspring mattress, these pocketed coils (encased or wrapped coils) do not connect. The term "pocketed coils" refers to the fact that each coil is sewn into its fabric pouch. Most hybrid designs aim to compromise the many pros and cons of both foam and innerspring mattress models. Hybrid mattresses, which commonly feature extra foam layers, are renowned for providing improved motion isolation and pressure relief compared to innerspring ones. And because of the pocketed coils inside, they offer better edge support and a more responsive sensation than foam mattress models, which may be preferred by some people.