Twin Mattress Toppers: Quick Menu
Let’s be totes truthful: Twin mattresses aren’t exactly known for being luxurious. They don’t have the size of a king, queen, or even a full, meaning you can’t exactly stretch out. So, you do have to bougie them up a li’l to make them as comfy as poss. The best way to do that? Mattress toppers, honey.
As well as making your bed super cozy, mattress toppers can also have amazing features. They can be cooling, odor-neutralizing, and even calming. Yeah, legit! No matter what helps you get a good night’s sleep, there’s a mattress topper out there for you, bestie.
If you’ve got a mattress that could use some love, this is the place to be. We’ve rounded up a range of twin mattress toppers, that are all super budget-friendly. Oh, and we’ve also made sure that there are plenty that come in twin XL sizes, for all you college queens out there.
Keep on scrolling — sweet dreams are def made of these…
Comfy twin mattress toppers for smaller beds and dorm beds
The ones on this list range from $25 to $165, so no matter if you’re saving or don’t mind a small splurge, you’re covered.
The prices below were correct at the time of publishing this article.
Copper gel
Sizes: Twin, full, queen, king
Type: Memory foam, cooling
Care: Spot clean only
Price: From $99
You really can your bed into a luxe cocoon without paying top dollar. This Allswell topper uses open-cell memory foam to promote airflow and wick away moisture, while the antimicrobial copper gel will keep your sleep surface cool and fresh. Clever, right? It's also incredibly plush, and equal parts cushion and support. The only drawback? It's not available in Twin XL *sobs.*
Long warranty
Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king
Type: Memory foam, cooling
Care: Machine wash
Price: From $89.99
Sleep on your stomach or back? You'll def need a topper that sleeps firmer, like this one. With a cooling high-density gel foam with excellent pressure relief, a breathable (and washable) bamboo cover, and straps to keep it all in place, it’s got plenty going for it. And it comes with a 10-year warranty, so it's bound to last you throughout college, and then some.
Temp regulating
Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, full XL, queen, king
Type: Memory foam, cooling
Care: Spot clean only
Price: From $52.24
There are legit so many reasons for choosing this mattress topper. It's super comfortable and supportive, hypoallergenic, and made of gel-infused memory foam for temperature regulation. The gel material helps you keep cool throughout the night, but the cushy memory foam is also supportive AF, and will basically cradle your whole body. Dreamy, right?
Quilted cover
Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king
Type: Memory foam
Care: Spot clean only
Price: From $159.20
Imagine our surprise when we realized that Casper offers a twin-sized mattress topper that stays under $160! The 3-inch Casper mattress topper has the same characteristics as its mattresses, combining a responsive top layer with cradling memory foam. BTW, so many reviewers love it as dorm bedding.
Eco-friendly
Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king
Type: Latex
Care: Spot clean only
Price: From $100
Wanna live sustainably without sacrificing your budget? This one gives you a major bang for your buck. It's made of 100 percent natural latex, which has a springy feel without too much bounce to it. You can choose from one, two, or three-inch depths, so whether you like softness or firmness, you’re covered, bb.
Stays put
Sizes: Twin, full, queen, king, Cal king
Type: Bamboo
Care: Spot clean only
Price: From $59.95
Not into memory foam? No probs. Go for this breathable bamboo mattress topper, which is stuffed to feel like a cloud with 750 GSM. That’s a whole lotta fiberfill! Despite this, it still provides that all-important pressure relief. Ooh, and it also has a fitted skirt design to stay in place, so it won’t shift around in the night.
Bye-bye germs
Sizes: Twin, full, queen, king, Cal king
Type: Memory foam, cooling
Care: Spot clean only
Price: From $164.99
We hate to break it to you, but college dorms aren’t exactly known for being the cleanest places. FYI, it's a good idea to deep clean yours. Give yourself a li’l peace of mind with this gel foam mattress topper, which is rounded out with a cool-touch cover. This is treated with antimicrobial agents to help manage germs and is sustainably made with recycled materials.
So cheap
Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king
Type: Memory foam
Care: Spot or wipe clean
Price: From $25
Ok, this is major proof that you can make your bed bougie on a budget. While on the thinner side at 1.5," the reversible design enables you to choose between contoured and firm sleeping surfaces. As well as this, the open-cell foam will ensure you won't overheat. And, since this is a Target-owned brand, you'll have up to a year to decide if it works for you — bonus!
Scent-sational
Sizes: Twin, twin XL, full, queen, king, Cal king
Type: Memory foam
Care: Spot clean only
Price: From $44.99
NGL, life can get so stressy at times. Whether you’re a college girlie or a working queen, we all deserve the chance to chill TF out. This foam topper subtly smells of lavender, promoting relaxation and helping you drift off to sleep faster. The five textured zones reduce pressure at different points of contact, so your whole body-ody-ody can loosen up.
What to look for when choosing a twin mattress topper
Looking to pick out your own twin mattress topper? No stress. Here are a few things to look out for:
Material: Look out for a topper made from high-density foam or fiberfill. While it’s good for your wallet to find budget-friendly options, it’s good for your body to choose materials that are durable and supportive.
Thickness: Look for one with a suitable thickness and density for your needs. When browsing, keep an eye out for a thickness of 2 to 4 inches and around 2.5-3.5 pounds per cubic foot. These are common and can be budget-friendly while still offering plenty of comfort.
Reviews: Check through the ratings to get insights from other buyers, who have tested the quality and durability of the toppers themselves. All the ones in our list have plenty of ratings from people who have actually used them and loved them.
How we chose these twin mattress toppers
We have picked mattress toppers that are no more expensive than $165, meaning everything on this list is affordable, but great quality. As well as this, we have made sure they have at least four stars out of five on the retailer sites. We looked for a good range of toppers too, to suit different sleep needs. And of course, as we do when we test the best mattresses, we were looking for comfort and support.
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Jaclyn is an eCommerce editor at Future Home Interest, where she oversees sleep content including mattresses and bedding – in fact, she has passed our five-step certification process to become a verified customer advisor on mattresses. She regularly scouts out the best of the best for buying guides to help you fill your home with only the best. She joined the team in January 2021. She has previously worked with sites like Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, The Spruce, The Spruce Eats, and MyDomaine, but got her start at the trade mag Home Furnishings News, which fueled her excitement for innovation in the home category and seeing the newest launches. When Jaclyn's not working, she loves long strolls through HomeGoods, unwinding with a chilled glass of Rosé, and entertaining her Cavapoo Reese.