If you sleep on your side, run warm, or just prefer to sink into your bed rather than sleep on top of it, a soft mattress can make a serious difference in how you feel in the morning. But "soft" covers a wide range — and not all plush mattresses are created equal.
This guide covers six of the best soft mattresses available at LA Mattress Store, each tested and evaluated for real-world comfort, pressure relief, support, and durability. Whether you want natural latex, memory foam, or a luxury hybrid, there's an option here worth considering.
A soft mattress works well for you if:
Who should skip soft mattresses: Stomach sleepers and heavier back sleepers typically need firmer support to keep the hips from sinking and throwing the spine out of alignment. If you wake up with lower back pain on a soft bed, it may be time to go medium or firm.
The Lois Plush is a natural latex hybrid — meaning it combines a buoyant latex comfort layer with individually pocketed coils beneath. The result is a soft mattress that doesn't feel like you're sinking into quicksand. Latex has a responsive, floaty feel that memory foam doesn't replicate.
It's also one of the more eco-conscious picks on this list. Natural latex is sourced from rubber trees and tends to be more breathable than synthetic foam, which matters if you run warm at night.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Responsive, buoyant feel — doesn't trap you | Higher price due to natural materials |
| Excellent temperature regulation | Not ideal for those wanting deep memory foam contouring |
| Eco-friendly natural latex construction | Latex feel takes adjustment for some sleepers |
| Good for side and combination sleepers |
Best for: Side sleepers who want plush comfort without the stuck-in-foam feeling. Hot sleepers who need airflow.
The Rally Sleep Plush is built for people who want the classic memory foam experience: deep body contouring, pressure relief at the hips and shoulders, and a slow-recovery feel that absorbs motion beautifully. It includes a cooling gel infusion to address one of memory foam's biggest complaints — heat retention.
Made in the USA, this mattress holds up well over time and represents solid value for the price.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Deep contouring pressure relief | Heavier than average — harder to rotate |
| Excellent motion isolation | May feel too soft for back or stomach sleepers |
| Cooling gel helps with temperature | Slower response than latex or hybrid |
| Made in the USA |
Best for: Side sleepers with joint pain or sensitivity. Couples where one partner moves around frequently at night.
Technically a medium, the ProAdapt Hybrid leans soft in practice — especially for lighter sleepers. The TEMPUR-APR material is TEMPUR's most pressure-relieving foam, and the pocketed coil base gives it more bounce and edge support than a pure foam model. The cool-to-touch cover is a notable feature for warm sleepers.
This is a good choice for couples with different preferences — the hybrid design splits the difference between the contouring feel of foam and the responsiveness of springs.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| TEMPUR-APR material — premium pressure relief | Higher price point |
| Responsive hybrid construction | Medium feel — not the softest option on this list |
| Strong motion isolation | |
| Cool-to-touch cover |
Best for: Couples who want a premium hybrid with exceptional pressure relief. Medium-to-soft preference sleepers.
The LuxeBreeze Soft is TEMPUR's flagship cooling mattress — and it shows. It uses their TEMPUR-CM+ material that actively increases airflow, plus a PureCool+ phase change cover that absorbs and disperses body heat. If you've ever avoided memory foam because it sleeps hot, this is the model that addresses that concern directly.
The soft feel is genuine — it envelops the body without the "stuck" feeling of older memory foam designs.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Best-in-class cooling technology | Premium pricing — this is a luxury mattress |
| Genuinely soft without excessive sinkage | May be too soft for back sleepers or heavier individuals |
| Excellent pressure relief | |
| Ideal for hot sleepers who want plush comfort |
Best for: Hot sleepers who want the soft memory foam feel. Side sleepers in warmer climates — like LA.
The Reserve Soft Pillow Top is a traditional luxury innerspring mattress with a cloud-soft pillow top layer. Stearns & Foster's Intellicoil HD system provides zoned support underneath, so the plush surface doesn't compromise spinal alignment. The AirVent system and quality fabrics help with breathability.
If you grew up on a pillow-top mattress and want that classic feel elevated to a luxury level, this is the one.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Classic pillow-top feel, refined and premium | High price point |
| Adaptive innerspring support system | Some may find the pillow top compresses over time |
| Strong edge support | |
| Good breathability |
Best for: Sleepers who want traditional innerspring bounce with plush surface comfort. Those who prefer not to feel "in" the mattress.
The LuxeAdapt Soft is TEMPUR's most advanced all-foam soft mattress. The TEMPUR-ES material offers a cloud-like feel that conforms precisely to your body, and the SmartClimate Dual Cover System provides a cool-to-touch outer layer with a stretchy inner layer that allows the foam to fully adapt underneath you.
This mattress is built for sleepers who want total-body contouring and aren't willing to compromise on either softness or cooling.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| TEMPUR's most conforming soft foam | Top-tier pricing |
| SmartClimate dual cover for cooling | Very soft — not for stomach sleepers or those needing firm support |
| Durable — maintains plush feel over time | |
| Excellent pressure relief and motion isolation |
Best for: Side sleepers who want maximum contouring. Anyone seeking the premium end of the soft mattress spectrum.
| Mattress | Type | Best For | Cooling | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lois Plush Natural Latex Hybrid | Latex Hybrid | Eco-conscious side sleepers | Excellent | Mid-High |
| Rally Sleep Memory Foam Plush | Memory Foam | Pressure relief, motion isolation | Good (gel) | Mid |
| TEMPUR-ProAdapt Medium Hybrid | Foam Hybrid | Couples, medium-soft preference | Good | High |
| TEMPUR-LuxeBreeze Soft 13" | Memory Foam | Hot sleepers wanting soft feel | Best-in-class | Premium |
| Reserve Soft Pillow Top (S&F) | Innerspring Pillow Top | Traditional plush feel | Good | High |
| TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt Soft | Memory Foam | Maximum contouring | Very Good | Premium |
Side sleepers benefit most from soft mattresses. Back sleepers generally do better with medium firmness. Stomach sleepers should usually avoid very soft beds.
LA is warm, and memory foam naturally retains heat. If you sleep hot, prioritize models with active cooling — the LuxeBreeze and LuxeAdapt both address this directly. The Lois Latex Hybrid also sleeps noticeably cooler than all-foam options.
Soft mattresses feel very different from person to person depending on body weight and sleep position. If possible, test a few options in person. LA Mattress Store has 5 showrooms across Los Angeles where you can lie down on any of these mattresses before committing. Our sleep experts can also help narrow down the right option based on your specific needs.
Every purchase comes with our free 120-night comfort guarantee, so you're not locked in if the mattress doesn't feel right at home.
Not necessarily. Soft mattresses can be excellent for back health when they're properly supportive underneath the comfort layer. The issue arises when a mattress is so soft that the hips sink out of alignment. All six mattresses on this list have support cores designed to maintain spinal alignment even with a plush surface. Side sleepers with hip or shoulder pain often sleep better on a soft mattress than a firm one.
Quality soft mattresses typically last 7–10 years. Higher-end options like TEMPUR-Pedic are engineered to hold their shape longer than budget foam mattresses. Natural latex also tends to be very durable. Signs of replacement: visible sagging, waking up sore, or the mattress no longer feeling as supportive as it once did.
Most do, yes. Foam and latex mattresses are the most flexible and work well on adjustable bases. Check with the specific model for compatibility. LA Mattress Store carries a full range of adjustable beds if you're interested in pairing one with your new mattress.
These are marketing terms with no universal standard. "Plush" typically means a noticeable softness at the surface. "Soft" is similar — often a 3–4 on a 1–10 scale. "Ultra-plush" is even softer, usually a 1–2. The TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt and LuxeBreeze fall into this ultra-soft category. The ProAdapt Medium Hybrid is more of a true medium with a soft feel.
Yes. All of the mattresses listed here can be tested in person at our LA showrooms. We recommend spending at least 10–15 minutes on each in your actual sleep position to get a realistic feel.
Whether you want the responsive feel of latex, the deep contour of memory foam, or the classic luxury of a pillow top, there's an option here for you. Browse our full mattress collection or stop into any of our five Los Angeles showrooms to try them in person. Our team is here to help — no pressure, just good guidance.
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