Guide
Types of Mattresses: Choose the Construction That Fits You
Understand major mattress construction types and the practical differences shoppers should compare.
Mattress categories describe construction, not guaranteed comfort. Common choices include all-foam, hybrid, innerspring and latex-based designs.
All-foam
Uses foam for comfort and support. Memory foam models often emphasize contouring and motion isolation.
Hybrid
Combines comfort layers with coils, often producing a more responsive feel.
Latex
Typically more buoyant than memory foam and available in all-latex or mixed constructions.
If your choice is primarily foam versus coils, read our direct comparison.