28 best sleep products for deeper rest and recovery

We asked the Business Insider Reviews team which products they swear by for deeper rest, from weighted blankets to cooling essentials.

Spring is the ideal time to reset your sleep routine, especially with daylight-saving time, Presidents' Day bedding sales, and Sleep Awareness Week putting better rest top of mind. Quality sleep is essential for mental clarity, emotional balance, and physical health, and poor sleep habits and hygiene can impair concentration, memory, and decision-making while increasing anxiety and irritability.

"Sleep is very complicated and requires many parts of your brain and body to agree," says Dr. Benjamin Smarr, a neuroscientist and assistant professor at the University of California, San Diego. Establishing a pre-sleep routine helps signal to your body that it's time to wind down, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep.

To find the best sleep products that actually improve your nightly and morning routines, I asked the Reviews team at Business Insider to share the bedding, sleep tech, and bedroom accessories they've tested and rely on for better rest.

The top 10 sleep products on sale right now

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Beckham Hotel Collection bed pillows - See at Amazon

Saatva Zenhaven Mattress - See at Saatva

Buffy Breeze Sheet Set - See at Buffy

Brooklinen Mulberry Sleep Mask - See at Brooklinen

Soundcore Sleep A20 Earbuds - See at Amazon

Cozy Earth Silk Pillow - See at Cozy Earth

Sleep Number i8 Smart Bed - See at Sleep Number

Casper Glow Light - See at Amazon

Coop Adjustable Body Pillow - See at Coop

All the products and apps the Reviews team uses to get better sleep

A viral sunrise alarm clock

hatch restore 3

The Hatch Restore 3 is the newest model from Hatch, the viral sunset alarm clock.

Hatch Restore 3

The Hatch Restore 3 is more than just a sunrise alarm clock; it's a customizable bedside sleep system designed to help you build a more consistent nighttime routine and wake up more naturally. It pairs gradual sunrise-style light with soothing soundscapes to guide you from wind-down to wake-up, supporting your circadian rhythm rather than jolting you with a harsh alarm. The latest version adds convenient on-device controls, improved sound quality, and a sleek, compact design. While the paid Hatch+ subscription unlocks an expanded content library, the device includes a solid selection of options on its own.

Read our Hatch Restore 3 review.

Breathable pajamas that keep us from overheating

A model stands in a dagsmejan slip dress

Dagsmejean Slip Dress

Dagsmejan uses patented fabric technology, including its "Nattcool" textile, which the brand says is up to eight times more breathable than cotton and designed to wick away moisture as you sleep. I put it to the test during an August heatwave without air conditioning, and it kept me noticeably cool and dry through the night. While I wake up with damp pajamas when I overheat, I felt genuinely comfortable and surprisingly refreshed in this slip dress.

A warming, lavender-scented plushie

Blue crab warmie sitting on green sheets

The green crab is just one of many adorable options in the Warmies family.

Blue Crab Warmies

Warmies combine the comfort of a plush stuffed animal with the soothing benefits of gentle heat. These lightly weighted, lavender-filled plushies can be heated in the microwave for cozy warmth, making them exceptionally soothing at bedtime or when you need a little extra relaxation.

A breathable linen quilt for even the hottest sleepers

The Parachute Linen Box Quilt on a made bed in a bedroom

Parachute Linen Box Quilt

As a hot and light sleeper, I've found that even lightweight comforters are too warm, which is why I've relied on the Parachute Linen Box Quilt for the past six years. A longtime Reviews team favorite, it features a soft, garment-dyed linen, crisp percale cotton back, and airy, baffle-box construction that feels breathable and barely there.

A heated, massaging eye mask

TheraGun SmartGoggles Sleeping Mask

Therabody SmartGoggles

Therabody's SmartGoggles combine heat, massage, and vibrations into a blackout eye mask. There are three settings for personalized relaxation, headache relief, and sleep prep. Still, you can sync it with the Therabody app to unlock an audio experience, further customize settings, and track your resting heart rate.

A cooling, plush pillow that's wallet-friendly

Two beckham hotel collection pillows stacked up

Beckham Hotel Collection Pillows are also sold as a pack of two.

Beckham Hotel Collection Down Alternative Gel Pillow

More than 250,000 Amazon shoppers agree that the Beckham Hotel Collection down-alternative pillow is an elite, budget-friendly pick. Softer and flatter than memory foam, it's more squishy than supportive, making it especially well-suited for stomach and back sleepers, and anyone who likes to hug, fold, or stack their pillows. Filled with hypoallergenic polyester fiber, they hold up well over years of use without getting flat or lumpy.

A white noise machine that uses a real fan

The SNOOZ White Noise Machine on a pink book

The Snooz White Noise Machine uses a real fan to create relaxing white noise.

Snooz White Noise Machine

During a visit back home for the holidays, my partner's grandparents urged us to try their Snooz White Noise Machine. We ended up loving it so much that we got our own. It uses a real fan to create comforting, soothing sounds that help you drift off to sleep.

Read our guide for the best white noise machines.

A luxurious sheet set

A group of people lay in Buffy sheets

Buffy's Breeze Sheet Set comes in a variety of fun colors and patterns.

Buffy Breeze Sheets

The Buffy Breeze sheets are much more breathable than classic, crispy cotton sheets, allowing you to sleep comfortably throughout the night while feeling cool and sweating less. If you want to invest in a great set of sheets, it's worth paying a little more, as it genuinely feels like a luxurious experience to get in bed every night.

A pair of sheet straps to keep the fitted sheet from slipping off

gorilla grip bed straps

Sheet straps holds your fitted sheet in place throughout the night,

Gorilla Grip Bed Sheet Straps

The Gorilla Grip Bed Sheet Straps are a lifesaver if you find yourself waking up in the middle of the night to remake your bed. They clip onto the corners and sides of your sheets to ensure that you won't have to worry about sheet creep, keeping the fitted sheet snugly secure on your mattress. The best part about this bed hack? It'll cost you less than $20.

Comfortable earplugs to keep out the city noise

A person is smiling while wearing the Loop Quiet Ear Plugs in white.

Loop Quiet Earplugs

If you sleep in a street-facing bedroom or a part of the house that gets extra noisy, pop in these Loop earplugs before you turn off the light. They drown out noise better than standard disposable foam earplugs and are way more comfortable. You can barely feel them, and they stay in all night without fail.

A box fan for subtle, gentle cooling

Genesis box fan

The Genesis Box Fan

The Genesis Box Fan is a perfect solution: powerful enough to cool a small bedroom while standing far enough from your bed so you'll feel only a gentle breeze. Plus, it's lightweight enough to move around your living space.

A body pillow to help keep your spine aligned

The Coop body pillow laying on a bed with a paisley print sheet.

It's not surprising that the same brand that makes our favorite regular pillow also made the best body pillow.

Coop Sleep Goods Memory Foam Body Pillow

The Coop Sleep Goods Memory Foam Body Pillow is the best body pillow in our guide for good reason. Made with supportive, moldable fill, it helps support proper alignment and maintains its shape over time to offer long-lasting loft and comfort.

Read our guide for the best body pillows.

A good old-fashioned crossword puzzle

A book of easy crossword puzzles from the New York Times.

The New York Times Take It Easy Crossword Puzzles: 75 Easy Puzzles

Swapping late-night doomscrolling for an analog activity like a crossword puzzle can meaningfully improve your sleep quality. It gives your mind something structured and calming to focus on without the disruptive light or notifications.

A cool, luxurious silk pillow

A person sleeps with their head resting on the Cozy Earth Silk Pillow.

While pricey, the Cozy Earth Silk Pillow is moldable to provide custom support.

Cozy Earth Silk Pillow

We've all heard that a silk pillowcase is good for your skin and hair. The jury may still be out on whether this fabric can help prevent acne and keep hair from getting frizzy as you move in your sleep, but the feel of high-quality mulberry silk in this pillow is undeniably luxurious and sleeps cool all night long.

A smart home hub with several sleep-improving features

The second-generation Google Nest Hub on a wood surface.

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

The Google Nest Hub is a smart display with built-in sleep-sensing technology that can track your rest without the need of a wearable device. It features a gradual sunrise alarm and integrates seamlessly with other smart home devices, allowing you to control lights, thermostats, and plugs from bed. You can even connect apps like Calm and Spotify to stream audio hands-free.

Read our full Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) review.

A sleep support supplement

A bottle of Natrol Melatonin is displayed with a few pills.

Check with your healthcare professional first, but melatonin may be able to help you fall asleep faster.

Natrol Melatonin Supplement (5mg, 150 count)

Melatonin is a hormone produced naturally in the body that helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle. In supplement form, it can be helpful for short-term sleep issues caused by jet lag, shift work, or adjusting to changes in daylight-saving time. Since melatonin is a supplement that authorities haven't evaluated, you should talk to your healthcare professional before taking it.

A weighted eye mask

A pink Nodpod weighted eye mask sits on a bed, one of the best sleep products in 2022.

Nodpod Weighted Eye Mask

Move over, weighted blankets. Weighted eye masks are all the rage. Sometimes described as "hugs for your head," they have gentle weights with just the right amount of pressure to lull you to sleep. For someone who's a light sleeper like me, I love how this completely blocks out light.

Earbuds that are actually comfortable to wear to sleep

woman in bed touching finger to earbuds

The Soundcore Sleep A20 Earbuds are perfect for listening to audio media while drifting off to sleep.

Soundcore Sleep A20 Earbuds

These Soundcore sleep earbuds stood out as the best we tested, thanks to their secure, comfortable fit and effective noise cancellation. They stay in place all night — even for side sleepers — and dramatically reduce ambient sound. A simple double-tap switches them from music to sleep mode, and they're the only pair we tested that offer optional active noise cancellation.

An inexpensive weighted blanket

A luna weighted blanket lays on a bed with pillows on top.

Luna Weighted Blanket

The Luna Weighted Blanket is the best budget pick in our guide to the best weighted blankets, offering the calming pressure of deep-touch stimulation at an affordable price. Designed to promote deep relaxation and reduce nighttime movement, it can help improve sleep quality for those who struggle with restlessness. While it may take a few nights to adjust to the added weight, many sleepers find the gentle pressure soothing and conducive to more consistent rest.

A silky eye mask

The Brooklinen mulberry silk eye mask sits on a bed with pink sheets, one of the best sleep products 2022.

Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Eye Mask

The Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Eye Mask is a luxe sleep accessory designed to block light while remaining smooth and gentle against the skin. Made from soft silk, it has a cooling texture that's comfortable for sensitive or acne-prone skin and doesn't put pressure or tension on the skin when worn. It's a practical option for bright bedrooms, hotels, and planes.

An e-reader with adjustable brightness settings

kindle paperwhite 2024 being used by a person on the home library page

The new Kindle Paperwhite offers better contrast than ever.

Kindle Paperwhite

The Kindle Paperwhite is a sleep-friendly alternative to scrolling through your phone in bed. Its 300 ppi glare-free display mimics real paper, reducing eye strain, while adjustable brightness and warm backlight settings let you customize the screen for nighttime reading. The lightweight, waterproof design and long battery life make it easy to keep on your nightstand.

A serene meditation app

A phone shows the Headspace app and sits next to a pair of headphones.

Headspace Meditation App

In addition to meditation and mindfulness, the Headspace app offers dedicated sleep content. The popular Sleepcasts pair calming narration with ambient background sounds, and listeners can customize the balance between the two to suit their own preferences. While the free version offers limited access, it lets you preview the content before upgrading to a paid membership.

A smart mattress that automatically adjusts as you sleep

The corner of the Sleep Number 360 i8 Smart Bed, which is the Best adjustable air mattress 2022.

Sleep Number i8 Smart Bed

The Sleep Number i8 Smart Bed is an adjustable air mattress with 20 firmness settings, allowing sleepers to fine-tune their comfort level. The "Responsive Air" technology automatically adjusts firmness throughout the night, helping maintain proper support across different sleeping positions. We chose it as the best adjustable air mattress in our best mattress guide.

Soothingly scented incense sticks

Several nag champa incense sticks on a white background.

Nag Champa Incense Sticks

Satya incense is a popular option for adding a calming scent element to your bedroom routine (while also helping to mask unwanted household odors). Available in a wide range of fragrances like Nag Champa and Romance, the sticks burn slowly to fill your room with a lingering aroma that can help conjure a more relaxing sleep environment. Just remember, incense and candles should never be left unattended, and you should extinguish them before you fall asleep.

A convenient pillow spray you can bring anywhere

A box and bottle of thisworks pillow spray on a white background.

This Works Deep Pillow Spray, 75ml

The spray is vegan and made of cruelty-free ingredients like lavender, vetivert, and chamomile to help relax busy minds as soon as they hit the pillow.

A travel pillow so you can finally fall asleep on your flight

A woman sleeps on a plane wearing the trtl travel pillow around her neck.

Trtl Pillow

The Trtl pillow reimagines the traditional travel neck pillow with a lightweight fleece wrap that conceals an internal support. Instead of cushioning your entire neck, the support rests against your shoulder or neck to hold your head in a more ergonomic position—without creating uncomfortable pressure points— when you sleep upright.

A light that slowly dims at night and brightens in the morning to mimic a sunrise

The casper glow light sits on a night table near a book and pair of glasses.

Casper Glow Light

The Casper Glow Light is a bedside lamp designed to support your natural circadian rhythm by mimicking the gradual dimming of a sunset. It begins bright enough for reading, then slowly fades over about 45 minutes, signaling it's time for sleep. The intuitive design lets you flip the light to turn it on or off, twist to adjust brightness, and shake to activate night-light mode.

Read our full Casper Glow Light review.

A reversible mattress designed for side sleepers

The Saatva Zenhaven is a dual-sided natural latex mattress with impressive eco-credentials. Designed with zoned support to promote spinal alignment, it features a breathable, vented latex core that helps regulate temperature. While the mattress is flippable, with sides labeled Luxury Plush and Gentle Firm, our testers both found both felt firmer than expected and less distinct than advertised.

Read our comparison of Saatva's mattress lineup.

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