Air Mattresses


Air mattresses are great to have on hand for your overnight guests or when you travel. The best air mattresses easily and quickly inflate and deflate, have stable, comfortable sleeping surfaces, and are durable.

View our ratings and reviews and browse our buying guide to find the best air mattress for you. 

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Air Mattresses Buying Guide

Whether it’s your In-laws arriving unannounced for an overnight visit or you’re hosting your child’s friends for a slumber party, you’ll need a good air mattress (or two or three) to give guests a good night’s rest. Your reputation as a host is on the line!

Air mattresses are typically made of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and can be blown up in a few minutes, either manually or by using a motorized air pump. In addition to serving as guest beds, they’re also great for camping. They can cost anywhere from $10 to several hundred dollars. Over the years, they’ve gotten a little more fancy than just a single slab of air-filled plastic. Some have features such as built-in pillow tops and ribbed sides that make it easier to pull a fitted sheet over the side and have it stay in place.

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