Best memory foam mattresses for side sleepers

Top pick: Nectar Classic Memory Foam — a medium-feel gel memory foam that lets shoulders and hips sink in without bottoming out, and it's the most-reviewed of the bunch by a wide margin, so you know what you're getting.

Who the others suit:

• Nectar Luxe — same family, plusher medium-plush feel if you want more cushioning at the shoulder.
• Novilla Bliss 12" — a straightforward medium gel foam at the lowest end of the range; good first memory foam.
• Green Tea & Charcoal 12" — medium feel with cooling gel and charcoal, for hot sleepers.
• Bear Original — slightly firmer, more responsive foam if you toss and turn.
• Helix Midnight Luxe — hybrid with coils, if you want more bounce and edge support.

Skip the firm and topper-style listings here; they fight side-sleeping pressure points.