5 Best Egg-Crate Mattress Toppers for Cool and Therapeutic Sleep

Our Reviews of 5 Best Convoluted Mattress Toppers

Best Overall - Editor’s Pick - GhostBed Memory Foam Topper

Runner Up - Linenspa

The Linenspa deserves to be among the best egg-crate mattress toppers because it offers excellent value for money and uses high-quality materials. Needless to say, this topper will likely serve you for years to come, thus extending the mattress’s lifespan too.

Made of gel-infused memory foam, The Linenspa pad adapts to your body temperature during the night. This makes sure you get a cooler, more refreshing sleep. Gel particles make the foam softer and slightly hugging, so it contours to your body shape and can relieve pressure more effectively.

I was testing the 3-inch thick model, and (as a combination side and back sleeper) I felt supported in all sleeping and resting positions. The peaks of this mattress topper adjust to your body weight and evenly distribute your weight around the mattress surface, so your natural spinal curves are maintained throughout the night.

Even though the foam has a soft, plush feel, it’s also dense. So, you can expect this topper to stay durable and supportive for years.

I genuinely think the Linenspa egg-crate pad works well for any type of sleeper. Even if you or your guests are larger-than-average, you can choose the thicker option, and you’ll be all set.

Best for Cooler Sleep - Milliard

Best for Precise Support - LUCID

What Makes the Best Convoluted Topper?

Now, I may know a lot about mattresses and other sleep products, but here’s the deal:

Only you can tailor your choice to your needs.

Still, I can give you all the information I have to help you make the choice of a quality convoluted pad easier.

• Foam density. Foam density affects how your mattress topper performs in many ways, but it’s mostly tied to its weight, durability, and odor potential (the denser the foam is, the tinier its pores are and the more odor can be locked inside), so it’s one of the first things to consider when choosing an egg-crate topper. Density is measured in pounds per cubic foot, and the good numbers to look for are 4 PCF and higher for memory foam and 1.5 PCF and higher for polyfoam.
• Size. Typically, most mattress toppers come in standard mattress sizes. However, cheaper models, especially those from China-based manufacturers, might have slight size fluctuations (no more than 1–2 inches). Since this could cause certain difficulties with using the topper, be sure to check the dimensions before purchase.
• Firmness. Firmness is subjective, right? Well, only partially. In fact, you can measure the firmness of your mattress or mattress topper with the parameter called Indentation Load Deflection (ILD). ILD shows how much weight you need to compress a 4-inch thick sample of foam and is expressed in numerals corresponding to the weight applied. For regular foam with medium firmness, ILD rating that you should look for falls somewhere between 23 and 30, whereas convoluted foam of the same ILD, due to its non-flat surface, may feel softer. Also, note that most egg-crate mattress pads come compressed, which might make them lose some percentage of their initial firmness. But the same prolonged compression may contribute to better resilience and supportive properties than those found in solid mattress pads (1).
• Thickness. Thicker mattress pads may help you deal with lumps and dips on your mattress surface. The thickness of egg-crate mattress toppers generally varies from 1.5 to 4 inches. The former can be good for petite back or stomach sleepers and those who don’t want to alter the feel of their mattress. The latter can work for heavier sleepers, side sleepers, couples, and those who want more cushioning to make their bed more comfortable. 
• Maintenance. Cleaning all these dips in a convoluted mattress topper might seem a nightmare. To accelerate this process, choose models that don’t have large spikes and use a vacuum nozzle for hard-to-reach places to collect the dust. Or, you can wash your egg-crate topper in the washing machine, (2) providing the care instructions say it's safe to do so. Note: it’s better to use a laundromat for this.
• Cooling. While egg-crate mattress toppers can offer increased breathability, some of them may still sleep warm. To avoid that, shoppers might want to stick to gel-infused models. Alternatively, they can go with open-cell foam toppers. It’s also worth mentioning that softer egg-crate mattress toppers are more likely to cause overheating as they have a more hugging feel.

To check all of these parameters, you can either ask the seller’s customer support or read user comments and product reviews on the Web.

A quick note: most egg-crate mattress toppers come without a cover or a fastening system, which can be an issue for combination or restless sleepers. In this case, shoppers can use a fitted sheet to keep the topper in place. However, they need to ensure the sheet’s pockets are deep enough to accommodate both the mattress and the topper.

Contrary to popular belief, foam mattress pads, including the egg-crate ones, can be used with electric or heated blankets (3). Just be sure to check the integrity of the cord coating and watch for signs of wear and tear on the protective layer of your blanket.

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Final Word

A convoluted mattress topper can improve your sleep in many ways. Its peak-and-valley design can give you great pressure relief and enhanced air circulation. To get all of the benefits of an egg-crate mattress pad, you just need to choose the right model.

And if I had to choose a mattress topper that I would use daily, I would pick the GhostBed. It has a smart design that results in excellent pressure-alleviating properties (great for both back pain or simply enhanced comfort). The GhostBed also doesn’t sleep hot, comes with a handy fitted cover, and has a 5-year warranty. What else is there to wish for?

What about you? What things do you consider as the most important when choosing an egg-crate topper? Feel free to share your thoughts below. I’d like to get your input!