Memory foam mattresses serve up a bit more cushioning, ideal for those who like to sink in and feel cocooned. The top layer of memory foam provides pressure relief to your pressure points, ideal if you're a side sleeper or suffer with lower back pain, painful hips, shoulders or knees. Memory foam mattresses conform to body contours, slowly responding to the user's shape. They tend to last longer than pocket sprung mattresses.3.
Hybrid mattresses are constructed with both foam and coils. They give you the comfort of foam or latex mattresses, but the spring of something with springs. Hybrid mattresses also tend to give good edge support .The level of support you choose depends on your body weight and personal preference. "Generally speaking, the lighter the person the softer the mattress you will need," Angela said. "Sleeping position makes a difference, too.