The Best Mattresses for Stomach Sleepers

People who don’t sleep on their stomach may look at a stomach sleeper and wonder how this position could possibly be comfortable.

I should know—I'm a former stomach sleeper who can speak to what to look for when shopping for a mattress. I'm also a professional mattress tester with nearly six years of testing experience. I'm also a certified Sleep Science coach, which is basically a personal trainer who helps you sleep better. All to say, I know my stuff and have lived experience with stomach sleeping as well. The main pain point for stomach sleepers is spinal alignment, so a mattress for them should prioritize this feature.

For most stomach sleepers, their head is twisted to the side, putting some strain on the neck and upper back. The lower back has a natural S curve, and if a mattress lacks firmness and/or lumbar ...