The Top 13 Bed Sheets That Are Complete Game-Changers
These picks will have you counting down the minutes till bedtime.
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Quality sheets are the key to a good night's sleep. After all, it's impossible to get comfortable if you're wrapped up in scratchy material or a fabric that makes you feel hot. And since nothing's worse than investing in bedding that constantly needs to be replaced, you'll also want ones that are long-lasting. The good news: We've tested dozens of sheet sets to find the ones you'll love sleeping in—these 13 made the cut.
These popular sheets were top performers in our tests and have an easy-shopping platform, making them our top pick. The 100% cotton sateen fabric was strong, didn't pill easily, washed well, and was called "smooth" by our consumer testers.
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After seeing this Amazon bestseller available at a low cost, we couldn't wait to test it ourselves — and it did not disappoint! Our panel loved the soft, buttery feel of the polyester microfiber and more than 200,000 online reviewers agree. Plus, the sheets were generously sized, hardly shrunk in the wash, and wrinkled less than most cotton fabrics.
If you sleep hot, this set's sateen fabric can help keep you at a comfortable body temperature throughout the night. It's a blend of cotton and viscose with Outlast technology that stores and releases your body heat as you sweat. It was also a softness favorite among our testers, who said they wanted to keep it for themselves.
Many hotel chains offer their own line of bedding, and this set from Marriott stood out from the others. The cotton/polyester percale fabric proved strong, had an excellent fit, and felt soft according to our testers. It also laundered well with only some wrinkles and hardly shrank in the wash.
Not only do these silky soft sateen woven sheets feel great against your skin, but the affordable price tag makes this set a steal. Designed to mitigate sweat and keep you cool no matter what, you'll be able to use it year-round. Pick from nine colors, from basic neutrals to more saturated tones like lilac and teal.
It's pricey, but these sheets have the credentials to back up the price tag. Sferra's 406-thread count Egyptian percale sheets feature a hemstitch border. The iconic brand makes all their luxurious sheets in Italy dating back to 1891, and the soft fabric makes this pick well worth the splurge.
PSA: Many sheets labeled as long-staple cottons, like Egyptian or Pima, don't actually have these premium fibers that make them softer and more durable. This set, however, has the numbers to back it up, with a thread count of 800 and a 170 gsm that makes it feel ultra-luxe. The sateen weave won't pill and is smooth to the touch.
California Design Den 400-Thread Count Cotton Sheet
Swapping your sheets each season gets old, but with these super breathable cotton sheets, you'll be set for every season. You'll stay cool in the summer, but still cozy in the winter. The soft feel and medium weight create the ideal balance, and best of all, these are budget-friendly.
This percale fabric is for those who prefer an airy, crisp feel. The 100% organic cotton fabric is pill-resistant and strong, using long fibers for reinforcement that won't dull its airiness. The material is also naturally hypoallergenic and antimicrobial.
The brand can hardly keep these sheets in stock and they have hundreds of five-star reviews online. They didn’t disappoint in our test, either: Though they weren’t the softest linen sheets, they were durable and had almost no shrinkage in our laundering evaluations. We also love how the sides are labeled “long” and “short” (genius!) so there’s less struggling to make your bed. Plus, the brand offers a free return policy so you can get your money back, even if you just don’t love them.
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Whether you tend to get cold in the middle of the night or you're braving the winter months, this 100% cotton flannel sheet set is sure to keep you warm and toasty. The sheets are durably strong and yet oh so soft.
Featuring rayon that's made from bamboo, Tempur-Pedic's premium sheets are a great silky smooth option. They're breathable, making this set good for year-round usage. Our favorite feature is the color-coded strap system that comes with the fitted sheet, so making the bed will be a cinch and your sheets are guaranteed to stay put.
Made from GOTS-certified organic cotton that gets that sought-after softness after each wash, these percale sheets are built to last. Carefully woven for maximum durability (and, purportedly, moisture-wicking properties), this set is as low-maintenance as it is chic.
Lexie Sachs (she/her) is the executive director of strategy and operations at the Good Housekeeping Institute and a lead reviewer of products in the bedding, travel, lifestyle, home furnishings and apparel spaces. She has over 15 years of experience in the consumer products industry and a degree in fiber science from Cornell University. Lexie serves as an expert source both within Good Housekeeping and other media outlets, regularly appearing on national broadcast TV segments. Prior to joining GH in 2013, Lexie worked in merchandising and product development in the fashion and home industries.
