If you find your mattress too hard (or soft), struggle to get the temperature right in bed or just want to avoid updating your mattress for a bit longer, a mattress topper is a great solution. They can make your bed feel more comfortable by adding firmness to a soft mattress or cloud-like cushioning to a firm mattress, help with breathability and thermoregulation and even extend the lifespan of your mattress.
These days, it truly seems like there’s a mattress topper to suit your every budget and need. So, to help you sort through the options, we’re rounding up some of the best in the market here.
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Better Homes & Gardens recommends:
After tracking down and comparing a wide variety of models, we believe that the MyHouse Hotel Collection mattress topper, Emma cooling flip topper and Eight Sleep Pod 5 are the best mattress toppers currently available for purchase in Australia.
This week’s best mattress topper deals
- Myer is offering 50% off Heritage’s Feels Like Down Mattress Topper
- Adairs has 40% off its Downtime World’s Softest Topper
- Pillow Talk has 30% off its best-selling Essentials Classic Collection Mattress Topper
If you’re shopping for a mattress topper with specific features, you can find your perfect fit by looking for our ‘best for’ endorsements, as part of our detailed mattress topper overviews.
How did we select the best mattress toppers on this list?
The Better Homes & Gardens team has collectively assessed and tried a selection of mattress toppers to develop a clear set of criteria for our top picks. We regularly review furniture and home brands, including the range of mattress toppers on the market, then narrow it down based on the following criteria:
- Ease of setup
- Support and pressure relief
- Breathability and cooling
- Durability and materials
- Stability and fit
- Maintenance and cleaning
- Design and size
- Reviews, including our own hands-on experiences when possible
- Trial periods
Finally, we integrate real-world feedback. This includes analysing thousands of customer reviews and industry awards, as well as our own hands-on testing where we assess ease of setup, secure fitment (straps vs. skirts) and ‘motion isolation’ (how much you feel a partner moving).
The best mattress toppers in Australia, 2026
A mattress topper is an efficient way to customise your sleep environment without the commitment or cost of a full furniture overhaul. By layering in a bit of extra tech and texture, you can turn a basic bed into a much more comfortable space.
BHG’s edit of the best mattress toppers by category
- Best overall: MyHouse Hotel Collection mattress topper, from $87.99 (was $219.99) at House
- Best for temperature-regulating: Emma cooling flip topper, from $409 at Emma Sleep
- Best for plushness: Ecosa Plush mattress topper, from $400 at Ecosa
- Best for sleep tracking: Eight Sleep Pod 5, from $4349 at Eight Sleep
- Best under $100: Tontine Comfortech foam underlay, from $36.46 at Amazon
So if you’re looking for that extra bit of comfort and luxury in bed, here we’ve rounded up the best mattress toppers available in Australia based on features including design, materials and customer reviews. We’ve also factored in pricing, focusing on queen-size toppers as most Australians (around 59 per cent, according to Ecosa) have queen-size beds.
01
MyHouse Hotel Collection Mattress Topper
from $87.99 (usually $219.99), House
Best overall mattress topper
Part of MyHouse’s Hotel Collection, this mattress topper has a 300 thread-count Microsoft fabric cover, quilting fabrication and satin piping trim. It’s filled with 1000gsm micropolyester fibre blend that mimics the cloud-like softness of natural down. The topper’s also hypoallergenic, making it a great option for anyone with allergies.
“Topper was as described and the most suitable one I have found after trying memory foams and other toppers,” one customer shared in a 5-star review on House, where it has a 4.9-star average from over 16 customers.
Key features:
- Sizes: Single, Double, Queen, King, Super King
- Materials: 1000gsm micropolyester fibre blend filling, 300TC Microsoft fabric cover
- Warranty: Change of mind return is within 30 days, the product must be unused
- Light and fluffy topper with a down-like feel
- Quilting and satin piping trim
- Hypoallergenic, anti-bed bug, anti-dust mite, anti-microbial and anti-viral and odour-free
- Machine washable
Also available at:
02
Emma Cooling Flip Topper
from $409, Emma Sleep
Best temperature-regulating mattress topper
Always get hot at night? This graphite-infused mattress topper can cool you down by absorbing and evaporating sweat. You can easily take it off your mattress to wash it in your home machine. And, as its name suggests, the topper can also be flipped, letting you choose between soft and firm, and basically giving you two models for the price of one.
It’s also incredibly popular with customers, with 93% positive reviews on Productreview.com.au. “Comfortable and I like the flexibility with being able to rotate the topper for the best experience,” one reviewer who gave it a five-star rating wrote.
Key features:
- Size: Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King
- Materials: Ultra-breathable and adaptive Airgocell foam, polyester side cover
- Warranty: 10 years
- Multi-layer construction
- Washable cover
- 150-night trial
- Free metro delivery and returns
03
Ecosa Plush Mattress Topper
from $330, Ecosa
Best plush mattress topper
This mattress topper is plush and movement-absorbing – a study found it’ll soften your mattress by 38% and reduce partner disturbance by 50%. Thanks to pincore holes that optimise airflow, it’ll also keep you cool and dry. The topper’s made from HD G-7 memory foam that moulds to the body, and comes with a removable Tencel cover that’s machine-washable.
“Bought a new mattress topper because my visitors said the mattress was a bit hard,” wrote one reviewer on Ecosa’s site. “I thought I’d try the topper first before considering a bigger purchase like a new mattress. They thought it was wonderful! No new mattress needed.”
Key features:
- Sizes: Single, Long Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King, Super King
- Materials: HD G-7 Memory Foam and 35% Tencel, 30% marine recycled yarn and 35% premium polyester cover with zipper
- Warranty: 10 year
- Makes mattresses 20 per cent softer
- G-7 gel memory foam to allow air flow on sweaty nights
- Elasticated straps and grippy backing material to keep it in place
- CertiPUR-US Certified foam
- Washable cover
- Free shipping
04
Eight Sleep Pod 5 Core (with 12 months standard Autopilot app)
from $4798, Eight Sleep
Best sleep tracking mattress topper
As you might’ve been able to guess from the price, this isn’t your average mattress topper. Incredibly, it can track your heart rate, even snoring and respiratory rates, and even sleep stages. But one of its most helpful features for deeper sleep is its temperature-tracking. It can sense if you’re too hot or cold, and then automatically adjust itself to what you might need. The topper’s also compatible with an immersive blanket and adjustable base for a complete smart bed system.
“The Eight Sleep Pod 4’s technology is unlike any sleep device I’ve ever tested,” Better Homes & Gardens Australia contributor Tara Lusk said when she reviewed the previous Eight Sleep Pod 4 for four weeks earlier in 2025. “It has been a game-changer for my sleep quality and is worth the steep investment for someone who loves wellness, wearables and health optimisation.”
Key features:
- Sizes: Double, Queen, King
- Material: Fabric, biometric sensors and liquid-based heating and cooling
- Warranty: 2 year
- Sleep and health tracking features
- Dual-zone heating and cooling
- Thermal and vibrational alarm
- Free shipping and returns
- Risk-free 30-night trial
05
Tontine Comfortech Foam Underlay
from $36.46 at Amazon
Best mattress topper under $100
This mattress topper is a great option if you’re on a budget. Its foam shape gently cushions muscles, while working to evenly distribute body weight across the sleep surface. It’s also non-slip so will stay in place, odour-resistant and, helpfully, comes with a removable bamboo-blend cover that’s machine-washable.
“Works very well. Made my bed a lot better,” one customer from 2024 said in a five-star review. A handful of other reviewers mentioned its thinness, so it may be better for those who don’t need a lot of extra support.
Key features:
- Sizes: Single, Double, Queen
- Material: Foam
- Warranty: 10 year
- Natural and organic materials
- 100 per cent organic cotton fabric and 100 per cent organic cotton wadding
- Built for durability
- Free shipping and returns
- Risk-free 100-night trial
Also available at:
- $55.25 from Big W
- $58.65 from Woolworths
- $55.61 from Kogan
06
Dormeo Octasmart Plus Mattress Topper
$832.85 at Amazon
Best mattress topper with breathability
Don’t let the steep price of this mattress topper put you off – once you experience a sleep on it, you’ll see it’s well worth it. It features three layers, including OCTAspring Aerospace technology that adapts to your body shape, as well as varying spring firmness for spine support and comfort for your shoulders and hips.
The topper also has over 2600 reviews on Amazon, and more than 65% of them are five-star ratings. “This mattress topper is wonderful. I didn’t need any time to adjust to it. Very comfortable the first night,” one reviewer from Canada wrote.
Key features:
- Sizes: Single, Queen, King
- Materials: Octaspring Recovery Foam, polyester
- Warranty: 10 year
- Designed with award-winning aero-space technology
- Superior spine support
- Engineered with three layers
- Made with a 50 per cent lower environmental footprint than a typical memory foam mattress
- Recyclable
07
Giselle COOL GEL Memory Foam Bamboo Mattress Topper
from $126.61 (usually $152.95), Myer
Best mattress topper to soften a firm mattress
If you’re sleeping on a mattress that’s just a bit too hard, adding this memory foam and bamboo topper with seven-zone comfort and over 1000 supporting points could be a great alternative to replacing your bed. It’s made with elastic memory foam and filled with bamboo, and features an open cell structure that allows for better heat dissipation, cooling you down quickly.
“Fantastic mattress topper. Now feels like sleeping on a cloud, but still supportive. When it arrived, I allowed it to air and ‘puff up’ for around 12 hours and I didn’t notice any smell either after that time.”
Key features:
- Sizes: Single, Double, Queen, King
- Materials: Bamboo charcoal memory foam, removable and washable bamboo cover
- Warranty: 1 year
- 7-zone contoured design
- 100 per cent Visco elastic memory foam
- Innovative open cell structure
- Over 1,000 supporting points
- Even weight distribution
- Eco-friendly bamboo fabric cover
- Removable and washable zipper cover
08
Ramesses Microfibre and Mulberry Silk Mattress Topper
from $69, Kogan
Best hypoallergenic mattress topper
Made with microfibre and Mulberry silk, this mattress topper is another wallet-friendly option that doesn’t skimp on quality. It’s temperature-regulating and breathable, suitable to use year-round. And, thanks to its hypoallergenic fill-in comfort, it’s great for anyone with allergies. Bonus: you don’t need to dry clean it – simply just toss it in the washing machine.
Key features:
- Sizes: Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King
- Materials: Microfibre/silk filling, 1000 thread count Silken Touch Microfibre Polyester cover
- Warranty: 1 year
- Breathability and temperature regulation
- Anti-mite and anti-bacterial protection
- Extra soft, durable, breathable, hygroscopic and smooth
- Cover: 1000TC silken touch microfibre polyester
- Suitable for all seasons
09
Australian Wool Underlay
from $89.95, Temple & Webster
Best mattress topper for sleepers who run cold
With a thick, Australian wool pile and elasticised fitted skirt, this underlay uses the natural thermoregulating properties of wool to retain body heat and add warmth to your bed. Though it can keep you warm, it can equally help you stay cool, too. One reviewer shared in a 5-star review on Temple & Webster, where it has a 4.8-star average from over 188 customer reviews: “Wonderful. Kept us cool in the tropics and warm in the colder climate. Three years later, it’s still awesome.”
“Beautiful, plush, warm and fluffy. Washed up well too,” another shared. “The purchase of a wool underlay is the smartest thing I have done for some time,” another customer shared.
Key features:
- Sizes: Single, Long Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King, Super King
- Materials: Australian wool, polyester
- Warranty: Returns allowed within 30 days, refund is in-store credit
- Made with thick, Australian wool pile
- Natural softness and thermoregulating properties
- 300gsm
- Fully fitted polyester skirt
10
Bedra Mattress Topper Protector Bamboo Fibre (queen)
from $68.90, Big W
Best mattress topper that works as a makeshift mattress
This mattress topper from Bedra has a pillow-top design that you can use as a makeshift mattress or tatami mat. It features a polyester covering with a blend of bamboo, microfibre and charcoal that’s soft, fluffy and won’t shift around thanks to the box-stitched design. It’s also machine-washable, making it easy to clean.
“Fantastic quality and super comfortable. Highly recommend especially for those firmer mattresses, makes you feel like you’re sleeping in a cloud,” one customer shared in a five-star review on Big W, where it has a 4.8-star average from a handful of reviews.
Key features:
- Sizes: Single, Double, Queen, King
- Materials: Bamboo, microfibre and charcoal blend
- Warranty: Returns must be arranged online via My Account
- 5cm thick
- 45cm fully fitted elastic skirt
- 1000gsm bamboo, microfibre and charcoal blend filling
- Antibacterial and dust mite resistant
- Lightweight and highly breathable
- Machine washable
Available at:
- $54.43 from Amazon
What you need to know before buying a mattress topper
Yes, a mattress topper can make a huge difference to the overall feel and comfort level of your bed, effectively letting you customise your sleep surface without having to buy a brand-new mattress. If your current mattress is structurally sound but feels too firm or lacks adequate pressure relief, adding a high-quality topper can provide that sought-after “cloud-like” luxury, significantly reducing tossing and turning. However, it is important to remember that a topper is a comfort enhancer rather than a structural fix; while it can transform a hard surface into a plush sanctuary, it won’t be able to level out a mattress that has already begun to sag or lose its core support.
Generally, a mattress topper that is 2-3 inches (5 to 8 centimetres) thick strikes a good balance between comfort and support for most sleepers. The ideal thickness really depends on your personal preference and the condition of your current mattress. If you’re looking to really change the feel of your mattress, you may want to choose a thicker topper, like one with 4 inches. If you’re after just a subtle enhancement, a thinner topper of around 1 to 2 inches might be enough.
Mattress toppers typically range from 1–6 inches, with thickness varying depending on what you’re using it for. Thinner layers refine a mattress you already enjoy, while thicker options provide a structural overhaul for aging beds. That said, material and technology often supersede physical height, as latex provides firm support without excessive bulk, and smart toppers prioritise active temperature regulation and biometric tracking over traditional padding.
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