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Wirecutter's latex pick: springy, buoyant pressure relief in three firmnesses, a removable organic cotton cover and the breathability of latex, which suits hot sleepers. But it costs about as much as a cheap mattress, smelled like a rubber glove for days, and has no straps, so it creeps out of place.
Top complaints
- Expensive
Wirecutter notes it costs about as much as a cheap mattress (listed at $587 for a queen). One reviewer on the brand's site wrote that for $600 they expected it to be heavenly but were disappointed.
- Latex odor that takes days to clear
Wirecutter says it took a long time to air out and kept a distinct rubber-glove odor; removing the cover for a day or two helps. A 1-star reviewer on the brand's site said it smells terrible.
- No straps, so it shifts
Wirecutter's four-month long-term tester has to readjust it about once a week. A reviewer on the brand's site says it slides down a few inches each night.
What owners love
- Buoyant pressure relief
Many Wirecutter testers loved its balance of pressure relief and buoyancy; you rest on top of it rather than sinking in.
Source: Wirecutter - Durable and breathable
Talalay latex is more durable and breathable than memory foam, and it has a three-year warranty, longer than most Wirecutter picks.
- Choice of firmness and a washable cover
Soft, medium or firm, with a removable, zippered organic cotton cover (Wirecutter, Brooklyn Bedding).
- You're on a budget
- You dislike a bouncy, jiggly feel
- You're sensitive to smells
- Hot sleepers who want a supportive topper
- Sleeping on top of the bed rather than in it
- All sleep positions (choose your firmness)
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What experts say
- Wirecutter: Top pick for latex (updated 2026-03-02): supportive yet soft and springy, ideal for hot sleepers; expensive, polarizing feel, slow off-gassing, no straps.