Mattress prices extend along a very wide spectrum --- you can get a bare-bones full size mattress for less than $200 or an extremely lush model for $200,000, the choice is yours. Don’t be shocked if you see extremely expensive mattress models, you can get a quality, comfortable, and long-lasting mattress for very much less.
Brand, material, dimensions, and extras can make a mattress more expensive. The key determinants of the price of a mattress are its size and mattress type. So, how do you choose the best value full size mattress for your budget? Let’s find out!
The Dimensions of a Full Size (Double) Mattress
A full size bed is the same as a double bed and many mattress companies use the term interchangeably. A full size bed is 54 inches wide and 75 inches long. This makes it wider than a twin but shorter and narrower than a queen.
Although the length and breadth are standardized, full size mattresses come in various thicknesses, usually ranging from 8 to 14 inches. Thicker mattresses offer more comfort and durability, but may also need sheets with deeper pockets to fit around the taller edges.
How Much Does a Good Full Size Mattress Cost?
So, it’s time to get a new mattress and let the old one go. It can be exciting being in the market for a new mattress because you get to check out different models and tackle issues you might have had with your old mattress. It’s easy to lose yourself in all the bells and whistles in some mattresses (some of which you don’t really need); if you want great value for money, you should focus on the important stuff.
Mattress Price by Mattress Type
Different materials have different properties and they also make mattresses of the same size more expensive or cheaper than each other. As mentioned above, the key determinants of mattress price are mattress type and mattress size. Let’s go through some common materials and the effect they might have on the price of your mattress.
- Memory Foam
Memory foam mattresses are most popular among people with bodily pain, or people who want a mattress that hugs them. Created by NASA to absorb shock on space shuttle seats, memory foam is very soft and it conforms to the shape of your body. The foam type and foam density are important determinants of quality (and price).
High-density foams are firm and they last longer while low-density foams are softer but get deteriorated quicker. Good quality memory foam mattresses, like the ones from Egohome, combine layers of different densities to get the best of both worlds. Some people find memory foam hot, so there are gel- and copper-infused models that cost more than ordinary models.
Good quality memory foam mattresses range in price from $400 to $1,200. Check out Egohome’s memory foam mattress catalog for various options to suit your budget.
- Innerspring Mattress
These are the more traditional mattress options. It is great for durability and support, making it the most compatible with heavy sleepers. These mattresses have coil springs sandwiched between a layer of foam to provide comfort.
The number of coils used or the coil count, determines how expensive the mattress will be. A higher coil count means a more expensive mattress, but that is not the whole picture. A high-gauge coil is thin and less durable than a thicker, low-gauge coil.
You can get a top innerspring mattress anywhere between $600 and $1,400.
- Latex Mattress
Latex mattresses are supportive and responsive, making them excellent for pressure relief, just like memory foam. However, latex mattresses are bouncier, naturally cool, resistant to dust mites, and they are hypoallergenic. The price point depends on whether natural or synthetic latex was used, with natural latex being the more expensive option.
They can also undergo two processes: the Dunlop or the Talalay process. Dunlop is more supportive and denser, while Talalay is less dense, more comfortable, and more expensive.
Top latex mattresses range from $1,500 and $2,500.
- Hybrid Mattress
Hybrid mattresses combine at least 2 inches of latex or memory foam for comfort and pocketed coils for durability and support. Hybrid beds often have anywhere between 5 and 7 layers. Because of their hybrid nature, these mattresses are good for most people. The price point depends on cooling layers, micro coil quality, coil construction, and the number of layers.
The average price of hybrid mattresses ranges between $1,200 and $2,500.
- Airbed Mattress
Airbed mattresses use pressurized air to support you as you sleep, instead of foam, latex, or coils in other mattresses. Good quality mattresses let you control the firmness by changing the air pressure. The price tag depends on the number of layers, number of air chambers, remote controls and height.
They typically range in price from $1,500 to $2,500.
Mattress Price by Mattress Height
Full size mattresses have standardized lengths and widths, but they come in various thicknesses. These range from 8 inches to 14 inches. Thick mattresses can accommodate more layers and they are more durable.
Thick mattresses are more expensive than their relatively thin counterparts. Check Egohome’s mattress catalog to check our expansive collection of mattresses of different thicknesses. Find out more about mattress thickness in this article.
Other Factors Influencing Mattress Price
There are many other factors that can add to (or reduce) the initial cost of a new mattress. Some of those factors are:
- In-Person vs. Online Shopping
- Bedding Extras
- Shipping Fees
- Warranty
- Ongoing Sales
Conclusion
Buying a new mattress can be fun, but you have to make sure that you’re investing in a good mattress from a good brand like Egohome. A good mattress will last you 7+ years, irrespective of the price. We are confident about the quality of our products, and that’s why our mattresses come with a 10-year warranty while still keeping low price tags to fit comfortably into your budget.
