(Top 4) Best Gel Memory Foam Mattress Toppers: Tested & Reviewed

Our favorite gel memory foam mattress toppers on the market

In this post we have compiled our favorite gel memory foam mattress toppers on the market. We have included options for all budgets as well as all comfort preferences.

Why a "GEL"Memory Foam Topper?

Memory foam has been a revolutionary technology when it comes to sleep and comfort. The unique pressure relief capabilities combined with the support and spinal alignment make it a great option for utilizing within your mattress. However, as more people began to sleep on memory foam, it was a common complaint that it slept too hot. Memory foam would absorb the body heat and gradually sleep warmer and warmer throughout the night. The solution to this was the creation of gel memory foam.

Gel memory foam infuses memory foam with tiny gel beads in order to keep the memory foam cooler and ultimately keep you sleeping cooler. Gel memory foam has become extremely popular and most companies have used it to replace their ordinary memory foam altogether.

(Top 4) Best Gel Memory Foam Mattress Toppers

The Gel Foam Topper
by Sleepyhead

GREAT OVERALL VALUE
The Sleepyhead Gel Topper takes advantage of the power of gel properties to bring you a cooler and more restful night's sleep. Sleepyhead's 100% gel-infused memory foam mattress topper helps regulate temperature while conforming to your body to ease pressure points, promote spinal alignment, and provide an all-around more comfortable sleeping experience.
What we love:
Sleeps cool
Breathable
Removable/Washable cover
2-inch or 3-inch thickness options
Made in the USA
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The Gel Memory Foam Topper
by GhostBed

BEST PRESSURE RELIEF
The Ghostbed memory foam mattress topper takes the memory foam mattress topper to the next level. Not only is it 3″ thick but it also comes with built in zones to naturally conform and support the curves of the body. This topper also comes with a washable cover that holds the topper in place and keeps it from shifting throughout the night. At a price point starting at $229 for a twin, this is a great mattress topper option at a great value. Ghostbed is also one of the earliest manufacturers in the online mattress industry and makes a quality product that you can trust.
What we love:
5 zoned support
Built in cover to hold in place
Waterproof
Sleeps cool
Made in the USA
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The Gel Swirl Memory Foam Topper
by MattressTopper.com

BUDGET FRIENDLY
A patented 2.5-lb layer of gel memory foam pairs ultimate optimal pressure point relief with just the right amount of responsiveness. The cooling gel swirl provides a temperature neutral sleeping environment and is available in 2” and 3” options, offered in an ultra-plush comfort level. The CertiPUR-US certification means that foam is made without ozone depleters, PBDEs, TDCPP or TCEP (“Tris”) flame retardants, mercury, lead, heavy metals, formaldehyde, or phthalates.
What we love:
Sleeps cool
2 or 3 inch thickness options
Made in the USA
CertiPUR-US certified
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The Cooling Gel Memory Foam Topper
by Plushbeds

BEST FOR SOFTENING A MATTRESS
This patented Cooling Gel Memory Foam Topper keeps you sleeping cool and comfortable every night. The cooling infused gel adds softness, with no loss of support, and soothing pressure relief. It is made in the USA, and CertiPUR-US® and GreenGuard Gold certified for a healthy night's sleep.
What we love:
Sleeps cool
Made in the USA
2 or 3 inch thickness
CertiPUR-US
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Things to consider when buying a gel memory foam mattress topper:

When you are looking to buy a gel memory foam mattress topper there are a few important factors to keep in mind in order to make sure you make the right decision for you and your needs:

How will it be used? Will this topper be used as an every night sleeper or on a guest room mattress? For kids or adults? If you are buying the topper for a guest room or a small child you could get away with an entry level memory foam mattress topper and probably get many years of life out of it. However, if the topper will be slept on every night by an adult or two then you will want to purchase a quality product that will last.

Have you tried memory foam or gel memory foam before? Memory foam can have a unique feel that is unlike any other foam on the market. Many people love the cradling effect it has but others do not. If you have never tried a memory foam mattress before it may be worthwhile to lay on one before buying. The good news is that any dealer will offer a free trial period so if you really don’t enjoy it you can always return it.

What is your price range? We have included budget friendly options as well as luxury options on this list. Decide what features and what price point are most important to you and buy a topper that fits those requirements. In general you get what you pay for so we always recommend that if you can you buy a higher quality topper as it will generally hold up longer, support your body better and ultimately save you money in the long run.

Which is better? Memory foam or Gel foam?

In general, memory foam and gel memory foam are going to have the same feel in terms of comfort. Where gel memory foam beats out standard memory foam is in the temperature category. Gel memory foam is infused with tiny beads of gel in order to keep the foam cooler throughout the night. A major complaint with standard memory foam is that it traps body heat and sleeps too hot, gel memory foam was the solution to this problem. In a sense gel memory foam is an evolution of standard memory foam.

Are gel memory foam mattress toppers any good?

A quality gel memory foam mattress topper can be a great addition to any mattress. The unique pressure relief and conformity to the curves of the body is unlike any other mattress on the market. It is important to note that memory foams come in a wide variety of qualities and price points. A low quality gel memory foam topper imported from Asia and bought for fifty dollars on Amazon is not going to give the same support or have the same lifespan as a quality gel memory foam mattress topper bought from a reputable US made manufacturer. A good quality gel foam will be a product that you can be confident in purchasing and that will give you a quality nights sleep for many years to come. Where gel memory foam beats out competitors is in its pressure relief capabilities, especially in its unique ability to conform to the bodies curves.

How long do gel memory foam mattress toppers last?

A quality gel memory foam mattress topper will last anywhere from 2-5 years depending on how often it is used and the amount of pressure it is under. In general 3 years is a good rule of thumb for the average lifespan of a gel memory foam topper. You can also ensure that you get the most life out of your topper by using a quality support system, spinning/rotating your mattress every few months and using a mattress protector to keep it clean.

Is gel memory foam hot to sleep on?

Gel memory foam can still be slightly warm to sleep on but is much cooler than the original memory foam competitors. The gel infused beads in the memory foam act as cooling agents to keep the foam at a lower temperature throughout the night.

Can you flip a gel memory foam mattress topper?

Whether you can flip your gel memory foam mattress topper over depends solely on the manufacturer. Some manufacturers make their toppers flippable while others do not.

What are the main problems with gel memory foam toppers?

The main issues that customers complain about when it comes to memory foam and gel memory foam relate to the feel and the temperature. Some customers are used to traditional innerspring mattresses and do not like the “unique” feel that memory foam offers. Memory foam cradles your bodies curves and to some can feel like they are sinking (others love this feeling). Another complaint about the memory foam family of foam is that they sleep too hot. Gel memory foam was made to sleep cooler than standard memory foam but some sleepers still say that it is too warm for their liking.

Is gel foam cold in winter?

Gel foam is not going to feel any colder in winter than any other foam topper you purchase. They may not be as warm as in the summer but that is typical of any mattress throughout the change in seasons.

How much does a gel memory foam topper cost?

Gel Memory foam mattress toppers vary greatly in price and quality. You can get a cheap one on Amazon for a under a hundred dollars that probably won’t last more than a year. You can also purchase a luxury gel topper for $300+. In general you can get a quality gel memory foam topper for around $200-$400 for a queen size option.

Getting rid of your old mattress

After purchasing a new mattress you may be wondering how to get rid of your old one. The online companies do not offer mattress disposal services so you are on your own finding a way to get rid of it. Luckily, A Bedder World offers mattress disposal and recycling throughout the country. We have recycle dover 500K mattresses to date. Simply book a pick up online, put your items outside and POOF let us come take them off your hands. A single mattress costs around $80 to dispose of.