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Nobody wants a flat, saggy mattress. Not only do they not feel good, but an unsupportive mattress can cause pain. There are plenty of better mattresses out there for those who are plus size, promising you a longer, healthier sleep. However, you should also consider other factors before purchasing: Are you a side sleeper? Do you experience back pain? Or do you get too hot at night and want a cooling mattress to avoid overheating? I leveraged my extensive industry knowledge to handpick the best mattresses for heavier individuals, guaranteeing they deliver the comfort and support you need for a restorative night’s sleep.
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What is the best mattress for heavy people overall?
The Big Fig mattress is an all-around supportive mattress for heavier body types. Jonathan Gomez/CNET
There’s no question that the Big Fig mattress is the best overall mattress for heavy people. It’s in the name -- Big Fig is short for “bigger figures.” With ultra-durable individually wrapped coils and layers of foam, the brand delivers on its promise to make a bed with heavy body types in mind.
The Big Fig mattress has the highest reported weight rating, at 1,100 pounds, compared to most other beds in this category, which are only 1,000 pounds. When put to the test of CNET's Mattress Smasher 9000, we found that the Big Fig mattress has an objective firmness score of 6 out of 10, although the pillow-top mattresses tend to read a little softer than they actually are.
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