Top 10 Best Twin Mattresses for Kids Reviewed for 2021

OUR #1 RATED - Ashley Furniture

The Ashley Furniture Signature Design - 12 Inch Chime Express Memory Foam Mattress is made of hypoallergenic material that will keep the dust mites, mold, pollen and pet dander out of the bed which is great for a kid with allergies.

This mattress is full of layers of memory foam that will contour to the body, give support and relieve pressure points. The support foam layer of the mattress provides a reduction in motion transfer. The stretch knit cover allows the mattress to be breathable and to move heat away from your child. 

The 8 inch core of this mattress ensures proper spinal alignment for your child’s neck and back and the 2 inch transition foam layer adds additional comfort and support. This Ashley Furniture mattress is meant for all different body types and shapes and bed frames.

RUNNER UP - Modway Aveline

The Modway Aveline 8" Gel Infused Memory Foam Twin Mattress has high quality memory foam that delivers comfort and support to the body.

The foam in the Aveline is CertiPUR US certified which means your child will be sleeping on a mattress that is better for their health and the environment, it doesn’t have any heavy metals, flame retardants or harmful chemicals.

The open cell memory foam will help to reduce pressure on your child’s head, neck and spine, plus give their body alignment. The gel infused memory foam layer of the mattress will help to reduce sweating and perspiration which will allow for a better night’s sleep.

 The mattress allows for low motion disturbance and the diamond stretch knit top will allow for better air circulation. The Aveline comes with a 10 year warranty and great customer service.

Our Most Popular - Linenspa

The Linenspa 8 Inch Memory Foam and Innerspring Hybrid Mattress is a medium firm feel mattress that is made for guest beds or kids rooms. This mattress has a low profile and it is perfect for day beds, trundle beds, bunk beds or anywhere else that you may need to save space.

This hybrid mattress is made up of 6 inches of individually encased steel coils that help to provide support and durability for your child.
Above the coils you will find 1.5 inches of comfort foam that provides the comfort in the mattress and above that is memory foam knitted cover.

It also helps to give pressure point relief, has breathability to move heat away from your child and it will conform to the body’s curves. It comes with a limited 10 year warranty that protects you against manufacturer defects.

Best Value - AmazonBasics

Weighing 18.91 lbs, the this twin-size memory-foam mattress, comes with 3 foam layers offering optimal support and softness. This soft and durable mattress adapts to your body's contours, helping you sleep comfortably. The bottom layer consists of hard foam that provides durability to the mattress.

With three layers of foam, the Amazonbasics 8-Inch Memory Foam Mattress is one of the softest mattresses available right now. It uses safe and high-quality foam with Certipur-US certification.

The memory foam on the top half of the mattress conforms to various sleeping positions. This is ideal for anyone who wants to buy a high-quality mattress without spending a lot of money.

Best Eco-Friendly - Naturepedic

The Naturepedic Verse Organic Mattress is a certified GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) which means that it is made without flame retardants, adhesives or PU foam and there aren’t any toxic materials used to make it.

Besides organic cotton this mattress is also made with organic wool and sugarcane PLA. The organic wool used in this mattress helps the mattress to be naturally breathable, wick moisture and allow for a cooler night’s sleep.

With the mattress being made with organic and non-toxic material it will be a healthier mattress for your child. This mattress can fit any kind of bed frame including bunk-bed, trundle and platform. These mattresses are made in America by Amish craftspeople in Ohio and it comes with a long warranty.

#6 - Tuft & Needle

The Tuft & Needle adaptive Foam Twin Mattress is known as a ‘just right’ mattress because of its high-grade foam that will help you sleep cool, comfortable and give you great pressure relief. The special Tuft & Needle adaptive foam which is different from memory foam and latex will also give your child low motion disturbance.

The T & N mattress is triple certified with certifications from OEKO-TEX, Greenguard Gold, and it’s Certi-PUR certified, which means it is free of harmful chemicals, materials and substances.

The graphite and cooling gel in the mattress help to provide a cooler night’s sleep. The Tuft & Needle mattress is meant for all sleep positions, body shapes and sizes. The adaptive foam mattress comes with a money back guarantee with their 100 night sleep trial but after unboxing, you will need to give the mattress 3 days to expand and return to its original size.

#7 - LUCID Gel Memory Foam Mattress

The Lucid 5 inch Gel Infusion-Hypoallergenic Bamboo Charcoal Mattress is lightweight and are built to be easily moved and placed on multiple bed frames including twin, loft and bunk-beds. It is a great fit for a kid's bedroom.

It is a firm mattress and has a low profile which means that it can work in campers, trundle beds and any other sleeping area you need to save space. This mattress's foam is CertiPUR US certified, which means it made without harmful chemicals. 

The gel infused memory foam allows for children to have a cooler nights sleep. This mattress has dual layer technology that has 1 inch of ventilated gel memory foam on top to enhance coolness and 4 inches of bamboo charcoal infused foam as the base layer that gives the firm and supportive aspects of the mattress.

The bamboo charcoal infusion helps with minimizing odors and keeping it fresh, so it is ideal for children. This LUCID mattress is designed specifically for children and is great for helping a child move from sleeping on a crib and onto a kids bed. It is also resistant to dust mites and is safe for all sleepers.

#8 - Linespa 6 Inch Innerspring Mattress

The Linespa 6 Inch Innerspring Mattress comes compressed, rolled and it’s lightweight so setup is easy and could allow for your children to help out.

The mattress is made of heavy gauge tempered steel coils and a cosy foam layer that give the bed comfort, support and durability. This mattress is meant to be on a child’s bed and suits toddlers, kids and teens as well.

This Linespa mattress is firm in support and comes with a quilted fabric cover that will add to the comfort of the mattress. This mattress has a fire resistant barrier that meets flammability standards. Its low profile design fits well in kid's trundle bed, daybed or bunk bed.

#9 - Zinus 8 Inch Hybrid Green Tea Foam & Spring Mattress

The Zinus 8 Inch Hybrid Green Tea Foam and Spring Mattress infused with Green Tea extract and natural Castor Seed Oil which naturally allow the mattress to repel odors and bacteria.

The foam in this mattress is CertiPUR US Certified which gives it a high quality of durability, performance and content. The mattress has a firm support with 6 inch heavy duty coil springs.

This hybrid mattress has a fiber quilted cover and high density support foam. With 6 different layers in this mattress and 4 of them being foam they will help to cushion your child’s body.

Give it 2 days to decompress and return to its original shape. Note though that the warmer the weather, the faster the decompression time. To get rid of all of the chemical factory smell, you will need to air out the mattress for about 2-7 days, depending on your room's ventilation.

#10 - Inofia Sleeping Eurotop Innerspring Mattress

The Inofia Sleeping 8 inch Hybrid Comfort Eurotop Innerspring Mattress is made without any ozone depleters, heavy metals, flame retardants or any other harmful chemicals.

It has individually encased pocket coils that give the mattress an orthopedic design that supports the head all the way to the legs. These coils also work to give the mattress low motion disturbance. 

Below the cover, there is the comfort foam layer which helps to give the mattress airflow that will pull the heat away from your child. It also gives support which will help their body feel relaxed.

The Inofia mattress uses high density foam that will conform to the body and give pressure relief to your child’s body. The 3D knit dual layer cover adds softness, absorbs moisture and makes the mattress very breathable. 

EXTRA - Classic Brands

The Classic Brands Emory 6-Inch Bonnel Innerspring Firm Mattress is made to go in guest, student or kids rooms. It has a medium firm feel and has a low profile which allows for it to be put in campers and trundle beds. 

Its heavy gauge Bonnell coils provide the mattress with support and durability. The stretch knit quilted cover provides a non slip surface that has tightly knitted edges that give extra edge support. The fiber layers provide low motion disturbance and a buffer from the coils.