Best Inflatable Air Mattresses in 2022

The SoundAsleep Dream Series raises you comfortably above the floor so that getting on and off is a breeze, even for older folks or those with limited mobility. This Dream Series mattress has an industry best 40 support coils inside that help absorb and distribute weight so that you don’t wind up sinking toward the middle. The patented air pump inflates the mattress to ideal firmness in just a few minutes and can be topped up in seconds if need be. The waterproof top and no-stick base along with a very attractive price point make the Dream Series a value winner and our Best Choice. You may also like some of the best futons from our list, so check them out.

When Intex says “plush” and “elevated” they mean plush and elevated. This mattress raises you 22 inches off the floor so it can actually double as a second sofa if you’re having a gang over for the big game. The built in pump inflates the mattress completely in about 4 minutes, it has a carrying capacity of 600 pounds and the bottom is made of 16 gauge vinyl so it won’t fail when that weight limit is put to the test. Impractical for outdoor use but great indoors. Check out our sleeping pads review for more great outdoor gear.

The Etekcity Camping Portable Air Mattress is a bit of an outlier in the contemporary air bed universe as it rises “only” 9 inches from the floor/ground. The good news is that those 9 inches of lift mean it’s not just a good spare bed it’s also a viable camping mattress, even if you don’t have a stand up tent. It also takes up very little room when folded. Just to add extra icing to the cake the Etekcity air mattress also has a pump that runs off a rechargeable battery so it’s genuinely portable.

While the King Koil California King Luxury Raised Air Mattress is going to put a smile on the face of your overnight guest it’s not really a camping mattress, unless you have one of those stand up tents. But that’s fine. The primary purpose of this type of mattress is to be a spare bed and it fulfills that duty flawlessly. It features a built in air pump, waterproof top, a no slip base and has a carrying capacity of an amazing 600 pounds. Make sure you also check our list of the best camping mattresses for more great sleeping options.

Many of today’s uber air mattresses have an unwieldy look about them yet InstaBed has managed to create a mattress that sits well off the ground, can carry up to 500 pounds and still retains something of a tasteful profile. It’s a substantial trick and one their designers are to be commended for. Toss in the fact that the Never Flat pump silently tops up the mattress whenever needed and you’ve got one serious inflatable bed. Be sure to combine this with a cool camping pillow from our list if you plan on going to an outdoor adventure.

There typically isn’t a whole lot separating the top mattresses of 2018. Any difference usually comes down to a matter of nuance. By adding memory foam to the top of their air mattress though Fox has dispensed with nuance and found a simple and effective way to distinguish their inflatable bed from the crowd. But there’s more to this mattress than the addition of memory foam. It also features an effective built in pump and is designed in such a way that you don’t wind up sinking toward the middle.

It should be no surprise that Coleman has an entry on this list as the company continues to produce high quality, if not exactly trend setting, outdoor equipment for the family market. Their SupportRest Elite Double High Airbed is extremely comfortable and inflates via the built in pump in around 2 minutes. All seams are firmly welded shut and there are dozens of internal coils that provide support and prevent the dreaded center sinkhole effect. Our handy guide to the memory foam mattresses features more great products like this. 

While Intex Pillow Rest Raised Airbed is undoubtedly a no-frills air bed it isn’t saddled with the shoddy quality and discomfort that usually accompanies the “no-frills” label. Instead it’s nice and high to facilitate ease of use, has an effective built in pump, sports a raised head section that provides neck relief and can handle up to 300 pounds without flinching. The only thing that prevents this from being our best value pick is that it’s too tall to be practical in most outdoor situations. Other than that it’s all good.

The BSport Car travel Mattress is a good example of what can be accomplished when imaginative engineers tackle a problem head on. The BSport tucks neatly into the back seat of most larger passenger vehicles and provides a safe, comfortable means of obtaining a quality night’s sleep. The sleep surface itself is 3 inches thick but it has pilons that fill the gaps in front of the seat where your feet would normally go. The net effect is a flat comfortable surface and a viable alternative when you can’t find a motel or campground. Love this product? Check out our review of the cool sleeping bags for our top picks. 

The Active Era Premium Queen has 35 inner coils that provide stability and help ensure proper weight distribution. It inflates in 3 minutes with the built in pump and exhibits virtually no air leakage. The head of the mattress is slightly raised to provide neck support and there’s a generous “curb” around the perimeter to prevent you from rolling off. The mattress has a carrying capacity of 500 pounds and raises occupants a comfy 19 inches off the floor.

There’s nothing wrong with sleeping in your car. Whether you prefer it to sleeping in a tent at a festival or you’re trying to make it in Hollywood and have nowhere else to stay, lots of people end up sleeping in their car at some point. The Berocia SUV Air Mattress just makes it 10X easier. It’s designed to fit into most cars and SUVs but you should measure it first (dimensions below). The mattress is made from 6P pure environment-friendly PVC material, a material chosen for its durability and comfort. It also has three air chambers, so you can fold the last one up and use it as a rear seat air mattress. If you have to sleep in your car, at least do it in style.